One of the most cherished holiday traditions in the United States is the annual lighting of the Rockefeller Center tree in New York City. Each year, trees from across the nation are nominated, and experts seek out one that is tall, sturdy, and powerful enough to represent the spirit of Christmas. This year’s selection was a striking 75-foot Norway Spruce from Oneonta, New York.
The journey of this tree was well-documented, and many were eager to see it standing majestically in NYC, symbolizing the joy that many of us have struggled to find in such a challenging year. However, when the tree arrived at Rockefeller Center, its unveiling did not go as smoothly as hoped.
In typical 2020 fashion, the tree looked quite different in person than in the photos. To make matters worse, it appeared somewhat sparse. The resemblance to the forlorn tree from A Charlie Brown Christmas was so uncanny that “Charlie Brown” began trending on Twitter shortly after the reveal. If that doesn’t encapsulate the essence of 2020, what does? Even the iconic Rockefeller Christmas tree has not been spared from this tumultuous year.
But fear not, Christmas enthusiasts! While the Rockefeller tree may look a bit rough around the edges now, aren’t we all feeling a bit worn after this year? A glimpse of that forlorn tree led me down a rabbit hole of research on the history and traditions surrounding the Rockefeller Christmas decorations. I discovered that the journey to NYC is usually tough on these trees, and they often need some branches added before they can be fully decorated.
By the time the lights are turned on, the tree will be transformed into a stunning spectacle. In the meantime, we can all embrace this tree as a cathartic representation of the year we’ve endured. As the tree humorously pointed out in a blog post directed at critics, “Look… I JUST GOT HERE. I traveled nearly 200 miles on the back of a flatbed truck. I bet you look fabulous the moment you get up from the middle seat on a long flight. No one is camera ready the moment they wake up.”
Just as the presidential election offered a glimmer of hope for 2020, decorators are poised to rescue the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree. This year isn’t over yet, and Christmas will not become yet another casualty of 2020.
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In summary, this year’s Rockefeller Christmas tree reflects the challenges and surprises of 2020, reminding us that even the most iconic symbols can experience their own struggles. As we await the tree’s transformation, it’s a reminder of resilience and hope in a year filled with uncertainty.
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