the perfect tree

So... Our Christmas tree is absolutely perfect. I seriously think it's the most beautiful tree I have ever had. It took us less than two minutes to find it and it's the only one I lifted out of the pile at Home Depot to look at. It's a "noble fir" and after this one, I think it's the only tree for me.

I have to talk about how great our tree is because the whole "getting the tree" story is far from Norman Rockwell material. Instead of writing ALL of the details, just imagine a few things... 1. pouring rain, blustery winds, and freezing temperatures 2. Me slipping on the deck while carrying the tree inside, bruising my hip, arm, and shoulders so badly I had difficulty walking for three days. 3. And a child who screamed "I want to play playdoh, Mommy!" the entire time we trimmed said beautiful tree. Ah, anyway, I love it, but this is why this post does not contain a single decorating photo.