Need something to be glad about? This is the story of one tree that had had enough. It is not fiction. Trees are not powerless. Keywords: Other-than-human, tree language, human hubris, plant communication
Many times, as I've walked by newly cleared land being readied for development, I've taken time to be with the stumps, pray with them, and ask their forgiveness. One action I am most proud of from my younger days was finding an area marked off to be cleared and moving one of the flags forward 20 feet or so. It resulted in saving one big fir tree that I still visit now and then to check in and say thank you.
As always, my friend, it is poignant and beautiful writing. Thank you.
Many times, as I've walked by newly cleared land being readied for development, I've taken time to be with the stumps, pray with them, and ask their forgiveness. One action I am most proud of from my younger days was finding an area marked off to be cleared and moving one of the flags forward 20 feet or so. It resulted in saving one big fir tree that I still visit now and then to check in and say thank you.
As always, my friend, it is poignant and beautiful writing. Thank you.
Wow! I can't believe you moved that flag and it worked! Let's pass that one on!!!