Christmas Trees

This morning we talked about Christmas trees...real or artificial. We took an informal WCQR poll and by 60 to 40 percent you prefer artificial trees. We also gave some pros and cons of each.

Real Christmas Trees:

Pros:
Fresh scent
Many different varieties to choose from
The "traditional" choice
Real trees are renewable and recyclable
Absorb carbon dioxide and emit oxygen
Christmas Tree farms support the economy and provide jobs

Cons:
Require continual maintenance
Can become a fire hazard if not properly maintained
Shed needles
Can only be left up for a limited time
Less economical (it's a yearly expense)
Transporting the tree and disposing of it later

Artificial Christmas Trees:

Pros:
More economical (usually a one time cost)
Flame retardant
No maintenance required
Can be left up as long as you want
No mess from needles
Large variety to choose from

Cons:
Can look fake and plastic
Made from nonrenewable petroleum
Artificial trees are not recyclable or biodegradable
Many artificial trees are made overseas, so there is no benefit to the local economy
Time needed to assemble the tree
Requires storage space in the home
If not packed-up correctly, creepy crawlies may get into the box while it is stored

From the website:http://www.christmaslightsanddecorations.com/real-V-artificial-trees.aspx

Blessings...brian