it looked warm and friendly.
the man dragged the tree up to the front porch and dropped it. he walked up and opened the door and disappeared inside for a few minutes. the tree waited eagerly for his return. the old man dragged the tree inside, and the little tree could feel the warmth of the fire as they entered through the door. the old man had set up a corner in his living room next to the front door, opposite a small fireplace, which was where the little tree was to go. the old man set down his cane and picked up the tree, slightly leaning on it for support. 