The Tree Year~ Following Majestic

 

Dear Friends,

Thank you so much for coming by and visiting today; your comments and well wishes always mean so much to us!

We were invited by a friend to participate in "The Tree Year" this year, sponsored by this blog. To participate, one has to choose a tree that they would like to "follow" throughout the year, and share with others.

I thought this would be a wonderful thing to do with our Osage Orange (whom I named Majestic), since I have felt very drawn to her while living here. I purchased a journal at the dollar store, labeled it, and have made it a goal to write in it at least once a week. The first week went well (with great plans of making bark rubbings, sketches, etc.), but now I'm realizing I'm two weeks behind, so I'd though I'd do a blog post to at least keep track of all the photos I've taken!

I have found journaling about something to be an incredible experience in examination, both for things observed on the outside, and that which we observe inwardly about ourselves. There is something magical about taking the time to center ourselves and put our thoughts onto paper. The thoughts become tangible things that help us see things in a clearer light. "Following" a tree has been no exception, and I am looking forward to seeing how the year unfolds for my special tree.

I'd like to invite all of you, too, to choose a special tree or plant that grows nearby you, and keep a special journal just for it, for at least a few months. You could also share your findings at "The Tree Year", and see what others have done.

Till next time,

Love,

Marqueta

p.s. My father wrote an article about Osage Oranges here.