'Tis the season for lighting that everlasting Yuletide symbol that is the Christmas tree. Everywhere you go, there's bound to be one looming as a centerpiece display in every store, every establishment.

Winter celebrations used to be associated with the use of evergreens and greenery that were believed to protect the home from bad spirits, witches, ghosts and diseases.

Although its roots come from pagan traditions, the Christmas tree became a Christian symbol in the 16th century as a representation of the tree in the Garden of Eden. It serves as a reminder that we are all children of God who should love one another.

We all adore Christmas as the most wonderful time of the year. And among the various representations of the season, the Christmas tree, arguably is the most popular and well-loved as it lightens up the season and brings smiles to children.