oh christmas tree..

a pine tree, never changing. no transformations in hue as the seasons change and not a thought in minds for 11 months of a 12 month annum. the 12th month brings appreciation and a recognized purpose of a simple pine tree. each year my family ventures out to select the perfect christmas tree; a tree to bring home and decorate, to guard our presents. its comforting to have it here, it creates a warmth not present in the absence of the tree, and it brings excitement and wills kindness and sharing. 
we personalize our christmas trees. my family and i place an angel at the top, wrap the tree in gold ribbon and each year place less and less homemade childhood ornaments on its branches (even though my parents most likely have saved them). some ornaments were purchased and others were gifts, still others were passed down. some place a cross or a star on top, some have no ribbon, some load the branches with candy canes and last years favourite christmas cards. others place pictures in hanging ornaments from the tree, some place coloured lights and some place white lights. they are personalized to each family, each house hold. 
this tree will be a huge part of my christmas season..

tis the season.

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