The Tree

We went out on Sunday and bought our Christmas tree! It's amazing how much they are now compared to when I was little. I don't think my dad would've spent over $15.00 on a tree back then. That's probably one reason why he would wait til the week before Christmas to buy one. I never really knew why he did it until last year, when we didn't think we were getting a tree and then a week before Christmas we were able to find one at $25.00. That was a bargain!!

I even remember when I was little, going to the convienent store with a dollar and getting a whole bunch of candy! Sammie and I went in the other day for some m&m's (or smarties) and it was 91 cents for the small bag. What a rip.

Oh, that brings me back to whether Christmas trees are something that's proper for a Christian to have in their home. I know they have pagan roots, but they are just so darn beautiful. But I'm sure some people make that same excuse about Halloween. I have a friend who adheres strickly to Christian practice and they put up a cross to decorate at Christmas. I think it's a great idea, but I just love seeing that Christmas tree in the room with all the lights and the smell of pine.

What do you think?