Surprisingly, this includes what is known as the Christmas spider ... them they turn silver and gold making it look like the family has a magically decorated tree after all.

With little money for presents and decorations, the father cuts down a small tree ... to try to make all of our lives better.

For the best timing to purchase your Christmas tree and tips to make it last longer, per Hicks' suggestions, read on! See Photos of the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree from 1931 to Now (the Size ...