After a decade of hunting Christmas trees, I’ve learned to cherish many gifts from the forest

After a decade of hunting Christmas trees, I’ve learned to cherish many gifts from the forest

Kristine Thoreson’s partner hauls this year’s Christmas tree back to their truck in November just outside of Calgary. (Kristine Thoreson)This First Person article is the experience of Kristine Thoreson, who lives in Calgary. For more information about CBC's First Person

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