The Pickle tradition

Aunt Lynn wrote:

I noticed your write up about the pickle. There are some German roots to that ornament. There are some questions to when and where it started, in Germany or from Germans living in America. None the less, the pickles are made in Germany. It might be a fun tradition to start with your little ones!
LEGEND OF THE CHRISTMAS PICKLE

A pickle is used as decoration on the Christmas tree seems odd at first, but it is an old German tradition. When decorating the Christmas tree, it is traditional to hang the pickle last, hidden among the branches. The first child on Christmas Day to find the Christmas pickle receives a special blessing for the year and an extra gift! Great tradition to share with your family this year and for years to come!