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Oh Christmas Tree, Oh Christmas Tree - How Lovely are Thy Branches

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Industry Observer with Nature As Neighbors

As promised, as a follow up from our post about live trees in the Pacific Northwest, and specifically, Clark County, our 2017 Christmas Tree.

 

The twist this year is the light dusting of snow (flocking) on the branches. I really had to twist Bernie's arm to get his approval since he is a traditionalist when it comes to trees.  The natural and uncultivated shape of this 9 foot Nordmann fir won him over. 

 

 

Other good news, the flocking material used by Joe's Place Farms is non-toxic and fully biodegradable. Both were important considerations for us. We also wanted our live tree to look natural, so we asked for a light dusting, with most of the material concentrated on the ends of the branches.  We think it looks similar to one of our outdoor trees after a light snowfall. 

  

 

Last night, we built a cozy fire and finished decorating. We are delighted with the results, and at night, this year's Christmas tree positively glows. 

 

 

Posted by


Debb Janes  Bernie Stea
Brokers/REALTORS®
Call or Text 360-608-4900

We help buyers and sellers in Camas, Washougal, Brush Prairie/Hockinson, Salmon Creek, Felida, and other Vancouver, Washington Areas. 


We bring our passion for nature and beautiful environments to Real Estate. Multigenerational and family estates, country land and homes, and small farmsteads are our speciality.


We agree with our clients, "The true luxury of rural living is having elbowroom for the soul.

 

Comments(23)

Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Debb,

Love the cozy feel of your home, and how well everything glows.  I do like the light flocking.  Wish we could transport ourselves for an afternoon.  We could use down time.  A

Dec 07, 2017 11:53 AM
Debb Janes

I wish you could too. We'd love it - it is just gorgeous around here right now. Can't get enough of it. We built a fire in the new woodstove early this morning and drank coffee while we basked in the glow of the Christmas lights. 

Dec 07, 2017 12:06 PM
Doug Dawes
Keller Williams Evolution - 447 Boston Street, Suite #5, Topsfield, MA - Topsfield, MA
Your Personal Realtor®

Good Afternoon Debb Janes EcoBroker and Bernie Stea JD 

Great looking decorations and not over the top

Dec 07, 2017 12:49 PM
Debb Janes
Nature As Neighbors - Camas, WA
Put My Love of Nature At Work for You

Thanks Doug - that's a huge compliment. There's a fine line between festive and garish. :) I generally believe less is more - and quality over quantity. D 

Dec 07, 2017 01:04 PM
Amanda S. Davidson
Amanda Davidson Real Estate Group Brokered By Real - Alexandria, VA
Alexandria Virginia Homes For Sale

Debb and Bernie, it's absolutely perfect! I can feel the cozy vibe in your home and this just adds to the ambiance. Well done!

Dec 07, 2017 01:37 PM
Curtis Van Carter
Better Homes & Gardens Wine Country Group - Yountville, CA
Your Napa Valley Broker Extraordinaire

Have to admit, the fuzzy white thing in the second photo intrigues me as to what it is??? cheers cvc

Dec 07, 2017 02:02 PM
Debb Janes

Curtis Van Carter Hahaha - that's a baby snowy white owl? Should I send one flying your way? 

Dec 07, 2017 03:02 PM
Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

Debb, it sure does look good, and like the bit of flocking.  It does light up that corner! 

Dec 07, 2017 02:12 PM
William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

My wife and I are pretty traditional also.  It does look very nice.

Dec 07, 2017 02:43 PM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Hi Debb and Bernie

What a beautiful tree - love how open the branches are which is good for ornaments. I have to agree with Bernie, not being a big fan of flocking. Traditional all the way. And they won’t recycle flocked trees here

Jeff

Dec 07, 2017 04:23 PM
Debb Janes

That is a bummer, Jeff. It would be a major problem for us too. D 

Dec 08, 2017 09:49 AM
MichelleCherie Carr Crowe .Just Call. 408-252-8900
Get Results Team...Just Call (408) 252-8900! . DRE #00901962 . Licensed to Sell since 1985 . Altas Realty - San Jose, CA
Family Helping Families Buy & Sell Homes 40+ Years

What a beautiful tree you have and also decorated! I can feel the holiday spirit of it from here.

Dec 07, 2017 05:07 PM
Debb Janes

Thanks Michelle. D 

Dec 09, 2017 09:11 AM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

That's a gorgeous tree, especially with the light flocking and decorations.  I hope you enjoy your holidays.

Dec 07, 2017 05:48 PM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

I can honestly say that you really did the tree from Joe's Place Farms justice in your home Debb Janes EcoBroker and Bernie Stea JD 

Dec 07, 2017 10:12 PM
Debb Janes

Thanks so much Paul. D 

Dec 08, 2017 09:49 AM
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

Good morning Debb and Bernie.  I hope you enjoy this beautiful tree throughout the holiday season.

Dec 08, 2017 04:03 AM
Debb Janes

We intend to Gabe. Thanks. D 

Dec 08, 2017 10:00 AM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

What a beautiful Christmas tree! Lights on, lights off, it's gorgeous! As the days go by and the snow is gently falling outdoors, that Christmas Tree set between the two windows, near the fireplace will continue to transform, radiating with all its beauty. 

Your home is truly beautiful and you make every effort to make it a  home that looks terrific and comfortable. 

Enjoy all the magic of the Christmas season and thanks for sharing your beautiful room with us. Your tree sparkles with joy too!

Dec 08, 2017 08:31 AM
Debb Janes

Thanks so much Patricia Feager. We have been slowly remodeling our home, but due to dad's health we take it very slow - don't want to upset the order of things too much. D 

Dec 08, 2017 10:00 AM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten
HomeSmart Real Estate - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Your tree and setting is absolutely perfect! I love it!  I saw it on FB and thought...I can just imagine sitting there with you guys enjoying a glass of wine and being warmed by the fire.  You have captured Christmas Magic!

Dec 08, 2017 09:44 AM
Debb Janes

Thanks Anna. We enjoy it exactly the way you describe. ;) 

Dec 08, 2017 09:50 AM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good morning Debb. I think your tree is lovely and the room beautiful.

Dec 08, 2017 09:55 AM
Debb Janes

Thank you Sheila. We are still slowly remodeling our house - built in 1996, but are enjoying every moment. D 

Dec 08, 2017 09:59 AM
Grant Schneider
Performance Development Strategies - Armonk, NY
Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes

Good afternoon Debb and Bernie - your tree is really beautiful.  We are having a party to do ours tonight.

Dec 08, 2017 10:19 AM
Lou Ludwig
Ludwig & Associates - Boca Raton, FL
Designations Earned CRB, CRS, CIPS, GRI, SRES, TRC

Debb

The Christmas season being out the best in a Christmas tree.

Good luck and success.

Lou Ludwig

Dec 08, 2017 06:23 PM
Gita Bantwal
RE/MAX Centre Realtors - Warwick, PA
REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel

Thank you for sharing the photos. You have a beautiful tree . Happy holidays

Dec 09, 2017 03:25 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Beautiful! I wish we could join you with a glass of wine in  hand.

Dec 09, 2017 02:08 PM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Debb & Bernie I love your Christmas Trees, reminds me of about 20 plus years ago before we had three cats and it was safe to put up a tree, we tried a few years ,but it translated to Christmas Ornament Ping Pong:))Endre

Dec 09, 2017 10:22 PM