First started journeying into the countryside to cut down a Christmas tree back when I lived in Richmond, mid-80s. For a number of years recently we drove out to Milltown Creek Tree Farm to fetch a tree. Didn't do it this year, though. Without a young child or a holiday party, I just can't seem to put all that much effort into the festooning. But it's a good excuse to show off my MINI with the tree right on top.