I think it was in the 80's, I got a little pine tree from McDonald's. Must have been a promotion or part of a Happy Meal, I honestly don't recall. I planted it in my parents yard, where it is still growing today (and its huge).

We had a live Christmas tree another year that is still growing in the yard too.

Save your money from over-priced clocks, plant a tree yourself and enjoy it for a long time.