Well, I have researched some holiday tree options in and around St. Petersburg and I found a farm in Ruskin, FL, about 36 miles from home. I am getting ready to load up the car and head over to see what I can find out about eco-friendly practices and holiday trees. I imagine that I will use extra fuel this year figuring it out, so by next year, I will have a good plan and won't have to do so much leg work. I tried calling to speak to John, the farmer, but he was out on the farm.

I figure the worst that will happen is I will get to pick some fresh strawberries to bring home. I am really on the fence about whether to pick Anna, 5, up from Kindergarten early to ride along...

Will post details of our day later!!