Molly and Socks Christmas Tree Farm, Bristow, OK
A Tale of the
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Christmas Tree
THREE TREE FARMS ALONG THE OKLAHOMA CORRIDOR
by ALANA OWEN
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hristmas is a time of gathering, gift giving, celebrating and decorating. The way we celebrate can vary culturally and geographically, but one thing that tends to stay the same is the importance of the decorated Christmas tree. As a kid I recall being saddened to see the Christmas tree we had so proudly displayed and decorated kicked to the curb like trash. As I got older, I more readily
accepted the tradition, and hesitated to transition to a “fake” tree. In time we all learn to accept the normal traditions of our country. Currently, I am in awe of the effort, time, and money put into the growing of Christmas trees. It is common to see a Christmas tree lot as much more than just a place to get your tree on a corner, as it was in my youth. It is now a magical destination for families to share in the tradition over a movie, hot chocolate,
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