Christmas Tree...Real or Fake?

The Christmas tree is the iconic symbol of Christmas.  Today Christmas trees are not just green, as they are in a variety of colors ranging from white to pink.  No matter what type or color of Christmas tree you have, it is still the symbol of Christmas.

For 25 years, I have always grown up with a real Christmas tree in the house.  On Black Friday, it was a tradition to pick out the perfect tree and decorate it with the family.  The smell of the freshly cut tree filled the house, along with the needles, which fell off, due to the tree drying up.  Having a real tree is a lot of work, as you must make sure it has adequate water, etc. 

When I got engaged and purchased a new home with my then fiance, we had the discussion on whether or not to buy a real or artificial tree. After weighing out the pros and cons, we decided to purchase a fake tree.

Since I enjoy the smell of a real tree, I purchased fresh balsam scented candles and oil, which were placed throughout our home.  After having an artificial tree for two years, it is a lot less maintenance than a real tree.  In addition, you save money with an artificial tree, as it is a one-time purchase, unlike a real tree, which must be purchased every year. 

There is nothing like walking through the front door and having the scent of a real Christmas tree.  This is my favorite time of the year and I have a total of 4 trees in the house.  Three of those trees are miniatures, which are located in the bedrooms and living room, but I would not have it any other way. 

If you are deciding what type of tree to purchase, I would suggest an artificial tree.  The pros outweigh the cons, but there are alternatives to having the scent of a real Christmas tree.

Happy Holidays!!