We've been doing an artificial tree for about 10 years now. Will probably put it up next weekend.

Christmas 2001 we got it halfway up - then our newest kitten, Reese, decided she would take over. I would find her napping amongst the branches.

2002 she was older and heavier, but not any wiser. We did put it up completely, but did not decorate. Finally in 2003 we managed to get it up, and decorated. To this day she still considers it her tree, and will attempt to climb it at least once while it's up.

November 30, 2002 -