My dad always made a big deal about Christmas trees. The scene in A Christmas Story where the dad picks out the tree was clearly modeled on my dad. Every year we wound up with “the best tree ever.” My dad always saw things in the best possible light.
So here it is: a picture of the best tree ever. 
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Great post Ernie! Hope all is well- Happy Holidays!