The Christmas tree

The Christmas tree was invented in 1520s Germany and was popularized in England by Prince Albert.

However: the practice of bringing greenery into the house does date back to ancient pagan practices. Source: Stations of the Sun by Ronald Hutton.

Photo: our 2022 Yule tree

“Shall we liken Christmas to the web in a loom?  There are many weavers, who work into the pattern the experience of their lives. When one generation goes, another comes to take up the weft where it has been dr...