Ho, Ho, Ho...that's the Holiday Spirit! The windows were judged according to creativity and spirit. The Drummer window was far more than *just* ornaments, placed on dishes. There were many fine windows displayed and the real winner was Wickford and all of its residents and shoppers. Sorry if you feel that *any* part of this was "disgraceful" Domenica. Sounds like a mental readjustment for the Season is order if that's your attitude...

The effort that was put into each and every window was in the spirit of our true love of Wickford! It's not about hours put in it's about the overall effect it has on people when it's completed!

In the spirit of the season and for the love of Wickford, I think we all did a fantastic job. It is not about who wins, but the love we all put into our windows. We are all in this together and are happy to share this with our customers and the people who love Wickford.

Oh, and in case you don't know, I am the owner of Shaggy Chic. ;) Happy Holidays everyone!

Please! This is silly. Why be so mean-spirited? Different Drummer is my neighbor and it made me sad to read what you wrote about all the effort they put in. Beauty and the Bath (my store) and my neighbors do this for fun and to see the reaction on our customer's faces. The judges were a group of local women who took the time to do a great job. It's a friendly competition for bragging rights with no ill will intended. Merry Christmas!

Nicely said Lori. :)

I think the main cause is to keep wickford alive. i grew up as a child in the wickford/hamilton area. i cannot express the great memories i have of this area.

Every Window is a winner in my eyes. It takes year round creativity to entice a shopper.

"spirit of the season, use of space, creativity and eye appeal"

YUP...the WHOLE VILLAGE wins....lucky for us who get to enjoy these great shops.

AGREED!