Christmas season is upon us and we are so excited! This is my favorite time of year. Before I get started I would like to thank all those who have sponsored Henry's bike project, it is much appreciated. It's not too late to join in, as we still could use a sponsor for the paint. (See Post Below)
One of my most favorite traditions is Christmas tree hunting. I think that I would like to rename it White Friday though, as a contrast to the oh-so-popular Black Friday (It's called Black Friday because it is a stain on the Christmas season)
Anyway, the day after Thanksgiving, we all load up and head out into the mountains above Leavenworth,WA to find The Perfect Tree. It is an all-day event, with mom bringing a picnic complete with Champagne glasses for our ginger ale. Usual it is so much fun, but this year was spectacular. The weather was amazing, the surroundings were beautiful, and I had such a great time. I found some time by myself as I was hunting and I laid back in the snow, and let eh sun warm my face. I felt so at peace. I almost felt as if I was a child curled up with my mother. It reminds me of one of my favorite quotes (one that incidentally my company was founded on) "Thousands of tired, nerve-shaken, over-civilized people are beginning to find out that going to the mountain is going home; that wildness is necessity".
Anyhow, I digress. So it was a fun day. We had a great time, and found the perfect tree. Check out the photos and I'll write more at the bottom.
It was that pretty!
cousins
Wow! Huh?!
(Isn't she a cutie?)
So that is what it all looked like.
Tree permits are only $5 from the USFS, for any tree under 12foot. Although you do have to add in $ for gas, It is a wonderful and inexpensive family tradition that beats fighting off mean crowds in a Mega-mart just to get a good deal on some cheap junk that you probably don't need anyhow. Take your children to the mountains, let them feel the peace and beauty that is there.
Anyhow, Merry Christmas to all.
2 comments:
This is one of our favorite Christmas traditions as well. Although this year we went on Saturday instead of Friday, and we were in the Olympics, not the Cascades. But it was beautiful, we found the "perfect" tree, the kids had a blast sledding, and we have lots of great memories to share.
Hello
I was not able to leave a comment under the picture of your fridge. It is a great fidge. I have one like it that needs a little love. I was wondering if you have an owners manual or a part number for the door gasket. I have looked all over, but can't find anything. As clearly yours is well cared for I thought maybe you would have some care instructions that you couls share.
Thanks
Sarah
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