O National Tree

O National Tree, O National Tree,

How unprecedented are Thy branches,

You are so green, and oh so bright;
Your GE LED bulbs light up the night.
O National Tree, O National Tree,
You are a big blue spru-uce.

Last night we decided to make our first, unprecedented appearance at the National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. Here at TBATC we believe it is important to go see history in the making, whenever we are given the opportunity (in this case courtesy free tickets from a friend).

The crowds were cheery and anxious for their first glimpse of the First Family, and we were excited to learn all sorts of fun facts about the National Tree (thus inspiring my verses above).

If you haven't heard how energy efficient this White House Christmas will be, don't worry, you will. Rather than regurgitate glowing reports of the tree's wonders, we send you to the good people at the National Park Service where you too can learn the history of this holiday treasure and check out the schedule for nightly performances at the Ellipse.