Christmas Trees

Even during the holiday season, people still seem to argue about whether a real Christmas tree or an artificial tree is better. Based on an interview with 30 of Creekview’s students, 53% voted for artificial Christmas trees leaving 47% who like real Christmas trees better.

To start off the holiday spirits, some people like to go out and find the perfect Christmas tree, while others just fish around in their attics for their artificial one.

One student, Ally B., said, “Going out every year to get a tree is too much of a hassle. Plus, my neighbor’s dog peed on their real Christmas tree.”

While another student, Damani S., argued, “You can’t get that Christmas Tree smell from plastic.”

So why do Pine Trees symbolize Christmas anyways? It has been said that before Christmas even existed, people used plants that would stay green (Ever Greens/Pine Trees) all year to decorate their homes during the winter. By doing this, it reminded people of springtime during cold, dark winters. The first documented use of a tree during Christmas was in Northern Europe during the year of 1510. The first artificial Christmas tree was used in Germany during the 19th century.

Whether you like real Christmas trees for their authentic smell and historical background or artificial trees for their easy convenience, it all serves the same purpose. So, to get into the holiday spirit, put up your Christmas tree, whether they be rel or artificial, and count down the days until the 25th of Decemeber.
Written by: Sammi Urban