Northshore magazine showcases the best that the North Shore of Boston, MA has to offer.
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E v e r y o n e has his or her own approach to Christmas trees. Some of us like twin- kling colored lights, while others prefer the clas- sic simplicity of white bulbs. Some deck the branches with shimmering tinsel, and others go for old-fashioned garlands of pop- corn and cranberries. There are those whose ornaments coordinate perfectly with each other and those who collect what- ever baubles strike their fancy. And should the tree be topped with an angel or a star? The firs step, regardless of your decorating preferences, is finding just the right tree. And for a true immersion in the holiday spirit, it is hard to top a visit to a local farm, where you can wander rows of growing trees and pick the one that will best fit your home. It's a delightful seasonal outing with a practical benefit: Buying direct from the field yields the fresh- est possible tree. Have we convinced you yet? Excellent. Now head to the website of the Massachuset ts Christmas Tree Association (christmas-trees.org) to find a farm near you, or check out one of the fol- lowing destinations. 217