For the love of Trees
- Tamara Williams
- May 19, 2020
- 1 min read
Updated: Jul 24, 2021
This weekend saw social media light up with references to “Hug a tree day” - apparently this is an actual national day in the US calendar that takes place annually on May 16th and encourages us all to care for our trees and plant trees. Whilst it’s great to build awareness, our appreciation of trees (and woodland in general) should be a constant, not just aligned to one day.
And I think for most of us, it is.
Nature is definitely my safe place - long walks clear my head and provide perspective. Nature makes sense of things - it allows you to think outside your own small world and appreciate the beauty in the simplest of things. Trees are the majestic Kings; giants with stories to tell, some of which are shared through their wondrous rings. Each one is unique, like a finger print. The beauty of the curved lines with their fine textures and uneven edges is hard to capture as a drawing. Tree rubbings work well but etching plates are perhaps the best way to capture the intricacies of the lines - the carved graphic lines and inky burrs work really well.
More importantly though, beyond their obvious beauty, trees (especially very old ones) can offer clues about what the climate was like long before measurements were recorded. But that’s another story.
For now, trees are my natural constant - to be appreciated and loved EVERY day.
Your love for trees is truly inspiring! The insights we gain from tree rings about the climate remind me of how journal publication services in the USA play a crucial role in sharing environmental research, revealing the important stories that nature has to tell. Have you ever tried capturing the textures of trees in photographs? With the right lighting, those intricate patterns can look absolutely stunning. I completely agree with your point about appreciating them every day, not just on a special occasion—they're our quiet allies in providing clean air and supporting our mental well-being.