My wife and I make a point to visit Longwood Gardens during the holidays. It's not only a tradition, but a glimpse into the magic of professional Christmas decorating. There's a month and a half devoted to glistening lights, glowing baubles, shimering ornaments, and the natural beauty of the gardens both inside and outside. It is a crowded time often filled with wide eyed children and slow moving grandparents but with paitience and endurance capturing some special moments is worth the wait.