Maple Seeds in Abundance
We have a large maple tree in our backyard. Each Spring it
produces tons of seeds that offer food to the wildlife and promises of new trees.
This year the tree seems to have exceeded its seed production. We have maple
seeds all over our yard. It speaks of a burgeoning of life, an opening up of the
season of growth and expansion.
And yet, things happen. This morning one of the branches was
ripped from the tree trunk by an incredibly strong wind. It lays upon the grass,
the seeds still clinging on. But now it has me thinking about the strength of
the parent tree. Is this a harbinger of its decline?
It’s a short step from tree-worry to people-worry. Is our
tree of life starting to weaken? We seemed strong until the corona virus began playing
havoc with us. It is hard to see the bright side of things right now but I try
to focus on the positives: a neighbor offering to shop for me, fellow walkers saying
hello but carefully avoiding close contact, having a snack virtually with my
grandchildren. Small things but they help to keep the positive in view.
I’m looking forward to a season of healing, whenever that
comes about. I hope the squirrels enjoy the feast Nature has offered. I hope you find whatever is positive around
you and that you stay safe and healthy.
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