Several years ago, we ditched our artificial tree in favor of the real thing. Candidly, I hate fake-ness (no offense to artificial tree lovers), and the box also occupied an enormous amount of precious storage space in the garage – the real reason I despised the fake tree. For the last several years we’ve been venturing to our local Home Depot for a real tree. However, all is not bliss in the land of Christmas trees. I have found myself bordering on Scrooge-like grumpiness with three frustrations, all of which have now been solved. Save yourself from turning into the Grinch with these three inexpensive but essential live Christmas tree accessories. Read More