Corrie's... uhh, I mean, Rockefeller Center's Christmas Tree

For those of you who don't know, the tree that is annually put up in Rockefeller Center, well that is my tree <3  I've been in love with this tree since I was a little girl.  Last night they had the official tree lighting event in New York City.  The last time I saw the tree in person I was small ~ real small...

Rockefeller Center, NYC

circa 1986

© Corrie M Avila

This photo is special to me not only because of the tree but also because it includes my dad, my brother, and myself.  Since my dad passed away when I was young, the absence of him in my life is only illuminated by his absence in photographs.  So when I see a photo of something special, and he is in it too, it puts such a smile in my heart.  I also love the fact that it looks like my dad has a death grip on my jacket ~ he was probably trying to keep me from climbing on an angel or something :)

This year we figured it was time to go as a family and see New York City in all it's holiday splendor.  We get to spend five glorious days in Manhattan and guess what is number one on my list?  Yep, my tree <3

I will be blogging about my "must-see" holiday list for New York City.  If you haven't been, you must go... 

Happy Shooting!

Corrie <3