Chopped it right out of the forest! I figure, I live in Northern BC Canada, where we have nothing but trees as far as the eye can see. I'm going to take one of them into my livingroom! And so, I did. Here I am, carrying the tree to the truck, about 30 seconds after cutting it down.
It's about 8 feet tall, and smells amazing! It reminds me of the Christmases of my childhood. I hope it's the start of some great traditions and memories for my little ones, who are currently 5 and almost-3.
Sadly, I don't know the species name and subtype of this particular tree. There are dozens of evergreen tree species in this region. It's not a lodgepole pine, I know that much! I used to know a lot more about trees, but I haven't used that knowledge in decades, and it has faded.
But did I mention that it smells incredible? Ahhhhhh!! Invigorating but calming at the same time.
Nice base, eh? That should hold it up properly, and seems like it will last many years. The start of a tradition for my kids.
I got busy adding some lights to get things started!
Wow, that's trippy... sorry about that. : ))
But it does show you the overall idea, and what colours were used. Not sure about the bright blue up top, but it looks kinda cool.
There it is after some decorations were added.
And with the flash on, to show the placement of various baubles, trinkets, and other aesthetic objects:
My son and daughter went to bed vibrating with excitement about waking up and seeing the tree again. I'm happy I could give them that joy! I remember it well, and it's something I'm really pleased to be able to provide for them. It really brings a focus to the Christmas season and Wintertime, somewhere to gather, something to think about and look forward to.
Next, I hope to add some tinsel (if I can find any), a star up top, and then some presents underneath!
My best wishes to everyone during this holiday month. Family, love, health, freedom, joy, and peace on Earth.
DRutter
Looking awesome! 😍🎄 Wishing you and your family a lovely christmas time! ☃️❄️
That's a beautiful tree.
Are you allowed to cut a tree like that from the forest without any permissions. Here we are not allowed to.
Now that it's already cut how will it last for a long time, will you plant it in your garden?
Traditionally, people here just go into the forest and harvest a tree to take home and decorate. Similar to how people might chop down a tree to take home for firewood. We have trillions of trees, so the number used as decorations (or firewood) is relatively small. Some people still do it that way. I don't know what the law would say about that, but if there is a law against it, most likely it is rarely enforced.
Myself, I went to a private tree farm, where these trees were planted (about 10 to 15 years ago) as a crop, for this very purpose. It's basically just a hillside with a creek running through it, and trees of various sizes spaced about 8 feet apart. You can pay someone to chop a tree for you, or you can chop your own. I chopped my own. The cost was 55 Canadian dollars.
That's interesting but I am wondering now that it's cut how will it stay alive for many years, will it now wither away in sometime. Sorry I have no idea about this hence I am asking.
The problem here in my side is that when people cut down trees they do not plant them again and majorly the trees are cut down to do construction work, which is destroying the nature.
Oh I see. Trees are like most plants, they die as soon as they are cut, but can be kept fresh longer with water.
Wow lovely my parents got me a Norfolk pine last year it’s still too small to decorate rly but maybe in a few years !
That's really awesome of you! I've always wondered... Is there anything special you have to do with them to take care of it? My family only bought plastic ones. Lol
Norfolk pine are relatively popular I got a baby one last years and it’s a bit bigger you can just keep them growing in the pots and decorate:) they don’t shed
They normally only stay good a couple weeks, but with some effort, but you can keep them green and fresh until well into the new year. The stand I have this one in keeps the tree upright, and also holds water for the tree to drink. It takes at least a few cups of water every day.
I think there are pros and cons to real/fake trees, sometimes a real tree isn't suitable, or there isn't a good supply nearby, or you don't want to water it, etc : P
Brings back lovely memories of Christmas in the Appalachian Mountains when I was a kid, good job Papa 🖖
Oh wow, beautiful tree. Building great Christmas memories with your children is amazing. Merry Christmas in advance :}
Looking awesome wishing you and your family a very togetherness and loving Christmas event and yeah, I agree there is nothing better than the smell of a real Christmas Pine tree.