Christmas Tree Traditions

I grew up with artificial Christmas trees. It was pretty traditional though, considering I grew up in the 70's. I think until I convinced my mom that the lights she has are a fire hazard last year, my mom still used those huge Christmas tree lights. You know, the kind that were the size of eggs?!? The kind you can sear body parts on. Ow! I do not like those lights. Hubs grew up with real trees, so for the last few years we have had a 'real' tree. It doesn't matter to me much one way or another, as long as we have a tree of some sort.

I have heard some reports that real Christmas trees are going to be more expensive this year, due to the drought. Have you heard this? I guess it makes sense. Even last year, I think we got a "deal" on a tree for about $60. I still thought that was pretty high for something we would use one time. Then, when I was lifting it out of the base to get rid of it, I ended up hitting our ceiling fan/light with the tree. The ceiling fan has never been the same since. Wow, what a deal that tree was, huh? I think I can pass on any more deals like that. But now we can be comforted by the "wub-wub-wub" noise the fan makes as it wobbles.

So once again, I am considering the value of an artificial Christmas tree. For one, they are so much lighter than a real tree. I found that out firsthand last year during the ceiling fan incident! It's also convenient to know you already have a tree, and where it is. No more remembering to water the dang thing, either - or when you do inevitably forget to water it, those sharp pine needles all over the floor. Wait, it seems like that happens whether I watered or not!

So ever on the prowl for stuff, I did find some trees at Buy.com
I really like to have stuff brought right to my door whenever possible. No hassle of tying anything to the car. No more mess being tracked all over the house.

I also like that once it's paid for, you can use it for several years, so it is more cost effective than a cut real tree.

Everlasting Evergreen Pre-lit Christmas Tree, 4 1/2-ft. Clear
This one's great if you just want a smallish one

Blue Spruce Prelit Christmas Tree
I think this one is my favorite of these artificial Christmas trees. I like Blue Spruce and this looks pretty realistic.

Christmas Tree Storage Bag
Finally, a way to keep it nice and dirt/dust free, and the carry handle makes it even more convenient.

36" Pre-lit Wall Hanging Christmas Tree
This one hangs on your wall, to add a little more festive flair to your house, or those with small spaces or grabby little kids and devilish pets might find this a very useful tree to have. It comes already lit and decorated. Ah yes.