My family embraces our traditions, especially during the holiday season. Our most favorite, however, is TREE Day which is always the day following Thanksgiving!
Since my daughter, Natalie, was a baby, our family has made the trek south to the town of Holland's tree farm. Complete with picnic lunch: thermos of hot cocoa, homemade cookies and overstuffed turkey sandwiches... yummy and listening to our favorite Christmas music!
Living in Western New York, you never know what the weather will be ... it has run the gamut from a 60 degree day and no snow (like this year) to below zero with four feet of snow! Each year is an adventure!
My daughter always loved getting a small tree for her room and when she moved to her own place continued this tradition. Tree day has held so much meaning to her, so much so, that two years ago her husband proposed on tree day whilst her overjoyed mother could not contain her excitement!!
As you can see that year was very snowy! We were all surprised by the engagement and it made for a special tree day we will never forget!
Over the years there have been many stories: once we locked the keys in the car, the time we assisted another couple who lost their tree on the highway and the year I wanted a "Charlie Brown" tree that I had seen in a magazine with few branches and wide open spaces (I have a thing about wanting spaces to hang my ornaments), they indulged me but never let me forget it!
When we find the "perfect" tree we take family pictures, hold hands and sing our own rendition of "O Christmas Tree"... corny... oh yes! This year Natalie decided we should all wear flannel shirts for our photo op and since the weather was mild, the shirts looked cozy!
Making memories, sharing love and celebrating the most beautiful season! We love tree day! xo
