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g NU 4 / : ad The Lasting Beaut of A Live Christmas Tree There are many reasons for choosing a live tree for the holidays. They are beautiful and fragrant. They are ecologically acceptable, They are a wise investment in that they can be planted outside your house once Christmas has become a beautiful memory. Some simple observations when choosing and buying your tree will eliminate the ~ possibility of having it dry out quickly and the danger of fire. : : The height of your ceiling and the width of the space the tree will occupy are important measurements to keep in mind when making your purchase. Plan to stand the tree-away from a TV:set, radiator, heating unit or duct. When selecting the tree test the needles for freshness by bending them back gently. If they spring back they're fresh... if not, beware! - Live trees consume a lot of water so choose a holder with at least a two quart capacity and keep it filled to within an inch of the rim at all times. The stand should have a collar several inches in diameter and screws td hold the tree firmly in place. Chop about an inch off the stump before putting the tree in water. Trimming the Christmas tree is a celebration all itself! Many families have tree trimming parties for close friends and relatives. But before you get to all the fun make sure you inspect the light strings so there are no frayed ends or exposed wires. Lights can be strung at random or in any pattern your imagination conjures up. Keep larger and heavier lights and trimmings on the lower half of the tree, tapering toward the top. That added bonus of being able to plant your tree out- side your house will keep the spirit of the holidays alive all through the year. The tree can be planted outdoors in either of two ways. Keeping the root ball moist, carefully put the tree in a spot protected from the wind, to be planted in the Spring. If you've had the foresight to dig a hole for your tree before the ground froze, you can plant your tree right after the holidays are over, The dirt from the hole must be kept covered to keep it from freezing also. Once firmly set in the ground you'll be able to enjoy your Christmas tree every season of the year! ARAL ah da CRYSIS 2S AEP everything \ this wonderful season has to offer. Thank you, friends. CARL THE BUTCHER Port Perry Star Christmas Edition - Wednesday, Dec. 21, 1977 - 13 A CHRISTMAS STORY Once upon a time there was a baby called Santa. He grew and grew. Santa start- "ed bringing toys and one day" he found a sleigh and eight reindeer. By this time he was up in the air and going from house to house bringing presents to good children. One night it was foggy, so, they put Rudolf in front of the reindeer and there they went into tlie air on Christ- mas Eve. Michael Vandermeer, Grade 3, Prince Albert P.S. THE OTHER SIDE OF CHRISTMAS Have you ever stopped to think about the other side of Christmas? Well, I'll tell you it's not very enjoyable. All th&pushing and shoving. Do you know what they do for Christmas sales? They raise the price $10.00 then knock off $10.00 and call it a sale. So take my advise. Watch yourself while you're Chrit- mas shopping. Bye now, see you next Christmas. "Ho-ho- ho, Merry Christmas! Roger Morris. Grade 6 SANTA CLAUS One night Joe and Jane heard a funny noise. They jumped out of bed walked down the stairs slowly. The stairs squeaked. They were scared. Slowly they tip toed over to the fire place. Sud- denly a puff of soot. Quickly and quietly they hid. Jane hid behind the couch. Joe hid behind the tree. It wasn't a very good place. Santa came down. He saw some green and red pajamas shaking. Santa ran and hid beind the couch. Jane jumped up. She was scared. Jane yelled "Help, Help". Dad came down with the shot gun. Santa touched his nose and up the chimney he rose. Joe and jane still got the gifts. Dad was angry and sent them to bed. But they don't know who he was. Do you know? Melissa Berry, Grade 4, Prince Albert P.S. Happy New Year a> mee" DOUG'S CLEANING i Christmas Stories | CHRISTMAS Cis for Christ who is very nice H is for happiness all the year through Ris for Rodoff the Red nosed reindeer I is for ice in the icy land S is for Santa who is Santa Claus. T is for toys in toy land M is for Mary in the Bible A is for Aduets who by us toys on Christmas Sis for stockings hung on the chimney. Jacqueline, Grade 3 MY BEST CHRISTMAS Last year was my best Christmas because 1 got some clothes and toys. We didn't have a very nice Christmas tree but it was better than nothing. Last year I got what I wanted. It was a typewriter. We had a lot of Christmas presents under the tree. Also my sisters and I got an organ. My brother got a six million dollar man. 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