Quote from Hal in Christmas Trees
Hal: Okay. You're all set. Girl: Mister, is this tree dead? Hal: Well, of course not. We made sure we cut a fresh wound in the bottom of your tree so it could suck up water. That way, your tree is suspended in a netherworld between life and death, just waiting for you to open your presents. [chuckles] [bops her on the noise]