I got the tree in the house. It smells nice – That’s the sign of a fresh tree. I like my trees to be less symmetrical and more natural. Because there was so much snow on the ground, I took the first tree that was close to the right size. Countless others had passed it by because it leaned and one side was a little bare. This is a lumpy guy, but he’ll look good with lights and ornaments.

I bought a cat Santa hat, but Ollie absolutely hates it. I have to find a cat who is less frenetic.