I’ve often said that my favorite blog ideas come from my readers. Today’s tidbit is a really good example of that.
It comes from my Webster Rec workout buddy Beth, who told me the other day about an unusual little Christmas tree that someone has erected along the eastbound Five Mile Line exit ramp off Rt. 104. It’s on the north side of the ramp, just before you get to the light at Five Mile Line.
I had a chance to drive by it this morning and snap a photo (fortunately there was no one behind me). It’s a scraggly little thing (think Charlie Brown), adorned with some blue garland and a few ornaments. Beth tells me it’s been there for a while and the decorations keep being updated. I think she also said there were lights on it, but I was wondering how that could be. But then I looked more closely at the photo I took and saw some wires which seemed to lead to a miniature solar panel attached to the railing. Someone has really put some effort into this.
Thank you to the playful soul who came up with this little bit of whimsy. If it makes even one person smile when they’re having a tough day, it’s well worth it.
Thanks for the idea, Beth.
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(posted 2/21/2026)
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