Christmas is filled with traditions, from gifts wrapped under the tree to mistletoe hung in doorways; there is a story behind most of our Christmas traditions. For centuries the Christmas tree has become eponymous as symbol of Christmas throughout the world. In the majority of households that display a Christmas tree each year the majority will be displayed upright, as it would be found in nature. But have you ever considered displaying your Christmas tree upside down? According to the history
Christmas is a wonderful time of year filled with decorations, cookies, Christmas lights and a huge Christmas tree. As I was growing up the Christmas tree was the biggest thing to have in our family. It was the very first thing we would beg to be put up so we could decorate it however we wanted it. We had a nine foot tall Christmas tree that would sit right as you walked in to our living room. My brothers and I was always so excited to have it brought up the steps and set up to where we could decorate
can start to see the emergence of Christmas decorations. The Christmas decorations signal to the public that Christmas is near. And during this time there tends to be many discounts and promotions but out of all the sales hat are offering, there is one major purchase that everyone must face each year, and that is the Christmas tree. But purchasing a Christmas tree can harm the environment, can be high maintenance, and become a fire hazard, an artificial tree is a much better alternative. The first
The symbol of the Christmas Tree parallels Nora, which also reflects to the larger meaning regarding women’s place in society. The Christmas Tree displays that women are meant to be something pretty to be admired by the men of the household and the outside world, this reinforces the idea that women are merely accessories for men and not actual, thinking beings. Looking specifically at Nora, however, the tree mirrors her actions, feelings, and how she is viewed by the other characters in the play
According to William Muir Auld’s book Christmas Traditions, the Christmas tree found its way into the hearts and homes of Christian people with their thoughts and sentiment. Auld writes, “On the night in which Christ was born, all the trees in the forest, despite snow and ice, bloomed and bore fruit” (Auld 138). This story was first told by a geographer of the tenth century named Georg Jacob. This story was as highly believed as the birth of Christ. Christmas trees can be dated back through writing
The Christmas Tree Tightly squashed like sardines my family and I travel back to my childhood in thirty simple minutes. The sunshine tickles my eyelids through the salt- stained window. Bing Crosby chimes in his monotone voice singing, "I'm Dreaming of a White Christmas", setting the mood. His voice is like a familiar calling that Christmas is near. Bundled in our scratchy layers of insulation reminds me of deep sea diving. Pine sap and burning wood greet my nose, as we reach our destination
Not all cats are Christmas tree climbers. On the other hand, some think of the Christmas tree as their personal playground. There are many ideas for keeping the cat out of the Christmas tree and not all of them will work with every cat or fit every lifestyle, but there is sure to be one that will discourage the cat and make you happy. When keeping the cat out of the Christmas tree, make sure what you use will not harm the cat. Many people use there own combinations of smells for keeping the cat out
The tradition of celebrating Christmas with a decorated tree began long ago in pagan cultures in order to honor their gods (All About the Christmas Tree) and in some cases to worship the tree itself, but the purpose of the evergreen in festivities today is not rooted in paganism. People all over the world take part in Christmas celebrations (Christmas Around the World) and love to set up and decorate evergreen trees purely for aesthetic and reminiscent reasons. The majority of celebrants give no
The evolution of the Christmas tree is one brimming with a legend. With notices of everything from Norse Gods to Martin Luther, from the Tree of Life to the Garden of Eden, it is a legacy rich with history and shading. It is likewise a legacy that has turned out to be synonymous with finishing for Christmas. In today's world, decorating for Christmas regularly starts when the containers of Christmas beautifications are pulled up from the storm cellar, unloaded, and cleared off for another round of
Christmas was over and done with, and I couldn’t be happier. The gigantic tree that we picked out at the Christmas tree farm had been stripped of our precious glass ornaments and thrown outside. With the decorations put in the boxes and placed back on the top shelf in the garage, the living room was almost back to normal. The smell of the tree lingered in the living area until Trent opened the windows and let in some fresh air. I couldn’t stand the smell anymore; it was crazy that it happened all