Farewell, Christmas Tree!

So it was time to get rid of our fragrant but almost dead Christmas tree after having enjoyed its aromatic scent for the past three weeks, everytime we open the door when we come home.
It's a messy, strenuous and challenging affair!
Let's just say I'm going to think three times before getting another one in the future...an important tip for all of you future live Christmas tree buyers is to make sure the tree can go through your doorway when it's in its full, spread out position. Getting it through your front door when you first bring it home is a breeze, 'cos it's packed and compressed in netting which keeps it compact and tight. It's when you have to get it OUT of your apartment that's trying. Have a broom and dustpan ready cos it involves LOTS of sweeping up as the tree sheds its pines like the remnants of hair found on the barber shop floor at the end of the day!
You've been warned...