My first Christmas tree showed up in my life already mounted ... and had begun stringing beads and silver ornaments. She bought blue and silver tinsel, a nod to the colors of Hanukkah.

Ruby red, emerald green, and sapphire blue are a few of the hues ... spruce tree that sparkles with tinsel. Related: The 8 Best Artificial Christmas Trees of 2024 to Deck the Halls This Season ...