Christmas trees, in France?

So on Wednesday once we returned from the north of France, we had a mission to get a Christmas tree. April's mother, Nancy, said it would be a shame if we did not have a tree. Knowing that we are tight on cash and that a Christmas tree wasn't so much in our budget, she told us that she would fund the effort. Thank you Nance!

So off we went to find a tree, and of course, all the accoutrements for a minimal price. We were in luck and soon we were home listening to fine music, and of course enjoying all the French have to offer - breads, cheeses, and wine (but keep in mind, not too much). Please enjoy, via video, the loveliness that is our tree:

It IS beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Apes' 'n Ju's place

We added many photos from our evening, if you take a look at the Flickr page (linked in the top right). Chances are, we upload photos faster than we write blog postings, so keep an eye up there if notice a change. In addition, comments are appreciated as much as possible - either on the blog postings, or on the photos themselves (through Flickr). If you do not have an account, just say you are posting under "anonymous" and then leave your name at the bottom so we know who it is (unless the whole point is that you don't want us to know). Keep in touch!