Simple solution will help keep your Christmas tree healthy

Buy your Christmas tree as soon as possible so you can give itthe "water treatment," a tried-and-true process that will make yourtree last a lot longer.

Ask the seller to cut a slice off the bottom off the bottom ofthe trunk. When you bring the tree home, plunge it into a pail ofwater and add a cup of sugar. The fresh cut will allow the tree todrink up the water.

Keep the tree outdoors, if possible. Don't worry if we have afreeze. The tree is used to that.Add water and sugar for two weeks. You'll be surprised to seehow much water your tree will drink, and you'll be amazed how longyour tree will last. It makes all that decorating and devotionworthwhile.TRAVEL …