I think this has to be one of my favorite days of the year. There is just something about going out and choosing the perfect tree, cutting it down, and bringing it home to decorate.
When we left yesterday afternoon, we were bundled up to the hilt. Even though it hasn't snowed yet, it has been cold, and standing outside for what could be several hours can be chilly. So, I was thoroughly prepared. It took us 45 minutes to do it, but we had snow pants, boots, gloves, hats, and jackets on...we were ready to go.
As we were driving, we happened to pass one of those billboard signs that shows the temperature, and it declared that it was 48 degrees. Okay, so we might have overdone it just a bit, but better safe than sorry, right?
After arriving at our favorite tree farm, we chose a saw from the barn, and surveyed the different types of trees available this year. We love long-needled trees, especially the Concolor. When you break open the needles, it smells like tangerines, and makes the house smell so yummy. This year, however, only the short-needled pines were ready for cutting, and we finally settled on the Douglas Fir.
We hopped on the hay wagon to take us where we needed to be, and talked about what kind of tree we would look for. Kate wanted a tall & skinny one, while Miss Emma was hoping for a short & fat tree.
According to Rick, the decision was made in record time--only 30 minutes! He cut it down, and we dragged it back to the path to be picked up again by the hay wagon. Emma insisted on keeping one of the branches, and called it her "tree". That girl carried that branch all the way to the car--how could I not let her keep it?
After getting it shaken, baled, and on top of the truck, we were ready to go. Tradition stated that we stop for hot chocolate afterward, but everyone wanted ice cream this year. Maybe it was the unseasonably warm weather?
Despite the lack of snow, I am definitely feeling the Christmas spirit. Lights are up on the outside of our house, Christmas music is playing almost non-stop, and today the tree will be trimmed. I love it!!
This is the one!
Miss Kate
Ryan carried Jack most of the time, while Rick got the tree down.
Henry missed the whole thing!
Emma, and her tree.
The girls found the tree they wanted to bring home...just their size!
When we left yesterday afternoon, we were bundled up to the hilt. Even though it hasn't snowed yet, it has been cold, and standing outside for what could be several hours can be chilly. So, I was thoroughly prepared. It took us 45 minutes to do it, but we had snow pants, boots, gloves, hats, and jackets on...we were ready to go.
As we were driving, we happened to pass one of those billboard signs that shows the temperature, and it declared that it was 48 degrees. Okay, so we might have overdone it just a bit, but better safe than sorry, right?
After arriving at our favorite tree farm, we chose a saw from the barn, and surveyed the different types of trees available this year. We love long-needled trees, especially the Concolor. When you break open the needles, it smells like tangerines, and makes the house smell so yummy. This year, however, only the short-needled pines were ready for cutting, and we finally settled on the Douglas Fir.
We hopped on the hay wagon to take us where we needed to be, and talked about what kind of tree we would look for. Kate wanted a tall & skinny one, while Miss Emma was hoping for a short & fat tree.
According to Rick, the decision was made in record time--only 30 minutes! He cut it down, and we dragged it back to the path to be picked up again by the hay wagon. Emma insisted on keeping one of the branches, and called it her "tree". That girl carried that branch all the way to the car--how could I not let her keep it?
After getting it shaken, baled, and on top of the truck, we were ready to go. Tradition stated that we stop for hot chocolate afterward, but everyone wanted ice cream this year. Maybe it was the unseasonably warm weather?
Despite the lack of snow, I am definitely feeling the Christmas spirit. Lights are up on the outside of our house, Christmas music is playing almost non-stop, and today the tree will be trimmed. I love it!!
This is the one!
Miss Kate
Ryan carried Jack most of the time, while Rick got the tree down.
Henry missed the whole thing!
Emma, and her tree.
The girls found the tree they wanted to bring home...just their size!
12 comments:
Yeah! Merry Christmas!
Looks like a fun day. The tree is beautiful. Christmas traditions are the best!
I wish we could go to a farm to get our tree but they don't have that here.
too cute - what a fun tradition to have! maybe one day we'll venture out and attempt getting a real tree :)
I love how bundled up you all were! I'm sure ice cream was a great treat! I can't wait to see all the trimmings...it's going to look fabulous :)
Looks like so much fun!
I have only had a REAL Christmas tree one time when I was in 6th grade! I grew up in Az and the fake ones were just easier and so that what I have now! The thought of trying to keep a real one alive freaks me out!
Oh, Christmas is here. Yeah!! Your tree is awesome.
OOOOOHHHHHH! LOVE the pics!!!!!! Your kids are so so so cute!!!! And you guys look great! :) And what a fantastic tree! I sure do miss going out and cutting my tree down!!! There were so many choices and places to do so in Michigan, and I would have thought Utah would offer that as well, but noooooooo! The whole experience, wagon ride, cool crisp air, hot chocolate (or ICE CREAM!? lolllll).... just wonderful. mmmm :)
I am so jealous. I hope to have my stuff up this week, but we'll see. You're so on top of it all.
Searching for the "perfect" tree is always so fun.
I agree when you live in cold climates it is always better to be safe than sorry.
Love all the pictures.
What a fantastic tradition! So much fun and your children will cherish those memories. Your little guys are super cute!
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