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Fascinating read. Thank you!

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Dec 8, 2022Liked by Modern Discontent

Oh! For the mighty hemlock! Though I've never seen hemlock as Christmas tree commercially, I have harvested them from the forest. A droopy top is the main feature, so not good for a heavy top star, but a unique aromatic blend.

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Dec 8, 2022Liked by Modern Discontent

I have never NOT had a live Christmas tree. Our preference tends to be the Fraser Fir (single flat needles). I am especially pleased that the aroma of pine needles has overtaken the unpleasant wet dog odor in my vacuum cleaner!

I also really enjoy the natural aromas over the manufactured scents. The natural scents of Hyacinths, Lilac and fresh cut grass are so much more pleasing than those found in candles ... many of which make me nauseous.

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