Trees. Where would we be without them?

Probably on the ground, or at least not in the woods. Obviously.

Climb them, lean against them, eat lunch under them, carve your name in them, build a home out of them or just stand back and admire them. Trees are one of those special things that all outdoor enthusiasts--or anyone for that matter--can appreciate. There's millions, and much like people, no one tree is the same.

Maybe you recall the red maple in your front yard that you spent countless hours tangled in the branches thinking about the world as you sat on top of it. Back then, that maple was the top of the world. Maybe it still is. Maybe it's gone now, and the closest you'll get to the top again is in that memory.

Does that dogwood still sit at the front of your driveway, shading the mailbox? It's fall now, but you can't wait for those vibrant white flowers in March. A fresh start. A fresh reminder that even trees start over.



Trees are memories (aside from being complex vascular systems). More importantly though, trees are fun.



So if you see one feeling down, do your best to pick it up and help it out. It'd do the same for you.