The House that wasn't ready for Christmas

The snow fell gently outside, blanketing the ground in a pristine white layer. Inside the house, however, things were far from serene. The Smith family was in a flurry of activity, trying to get their home ready for Christmas.
"Where are the lights?" Mrs. Smith called from the living room, her hands full of tangled tinsel.
"In the attic, I think," Mr. Smith replied, balancing precariously on a ladder as he tried to hang a wreath on the front door.
Meanwhile, the kids were in the kitchen, attempting to bake cookies. Flour was everywhere, and the smell of slightly burnt sugar filled the air.
"Mom, the cookies are burning!" shouted little Timmy, waving a spatula wildly.
As the chaos continued, the snow outside kept falling, adding a magical touch to the scene. Despite the mess and the rush, there was something heartwarming about the family’s efforts to create a perfect Christmas.
Finally, as the evening drew near, the last of the lights were hung, the cookies were saved (somewhat), and the Smith family gathered around their Christmas tree, laughing at the day’s mishaps. The house might not have been perfectly ready, but the warmth and love inside made it feel like Christmas already.