Tuesday, November 10, 2009

ARBOREAL PROJECT, the sheltering tree, part 2






This week, those of us participating in the Arboreal Project (organized by Julie @ LAND OF LOST LUGGAGE) will post photos of our chosen tree/trees...the first posting was in August. . .and here's MY playground tree, outside my former classroom at Winchell School, hugged and loved by thousands, photographed TODAY, and last week with a few leaves left, and in August.
It too seems to be a unit of
two or more trees,
gathered together for the good of all.
to nestle, hide, protect.
shelter.
dream.

25 comments:

  1. I have a strong connection to trees. Lovely shots.

    And I really like "art is a verb"!!

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  2. WOW! What a transformation you have here! A fantastic fall display! Will we see some snow in April?

    Thank you for playing a long with us!

    xo

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  3. This is a beauty Nancy! So full and green in the summer and a lovely yellow now. I love the skirt of leaves below her!

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  4. I love that it's a "playground" tree .... easily accessed by those who WOULD hug a tree for the sheer joy of it :)

    p.s. I love your new header too

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  5. your tree is beautiful even now without her green halo! nestle hide protect....perfect description!

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  6. what a carpet...what a tree...what great photos you take. thanks for sharing. wanda

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  7. Your tree is gorgeous! Love the shot of the golden leaves and the one at the top that shows the bare branches.

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  8. did I tell you how much I like your banner? love the rocks of course! in black, white and shades of gray!

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  9. Your tree looks great in all seasons. And I agree with Donna... your new banner is fantastic!!

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  10. I am especially drawn to the bare tree photos. I love the delicate silhouettes they create. Somewhere I have heard it said that tree branches look like the human lung and of course, trees are great breathers and cleaners of the air for mother earth.

    Love that shot with the autumn leaves as well.

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  11. All the shots are beautiful but I think most of us are drawn to the delicate autumn view...the lovely ring of yellow leaves.
    I too like your banner!
    Mary Ann

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  12. a wonder filled project ..your tree outdid itself in beauty and grace

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  13. Love your banner, Nancy!
    Gorgeous tree to climb ....though maybe not so easy to get down.

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  14. Doncha Love those trees that have multiple trunks at their base? I know the tree growers advise us to remove them but it seems like they want to be together. :)Bea

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  15. That tree is just filled with character ... and you captured it well.

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  16. i love the carpet of yellow leaves and the dramatic difference...we don't get quite the season changes here in san diego though i still enjoyed this collaboration...i appreciate your artistic and poetic writing style, too...

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  17. THAT is one HUGE tree! huge. I'll bet it is quite happy living on a playground.

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  18. you have a beautiful blog here. so glad to visit.
    xo

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  19. Lovely majestic tree, I really like your Autumn photo! t's nice to document a process in nature as much as it is in our own art, good on you for taking part.

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  20. The tree series if breath taking!

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  21. Hi Neva - LOVE the banner and format of your blog! Very YOU - elegant in an uderstated, earthy way. Your tree is wonderful and I love seeing it in all it's seasons and changes. Patient and loving to have had so many visitors. So many years you were in it's embrace. Take care! xo frannie

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  22. Scenery of the Nature is wonderful.

    Thank you for visiting my blog.
    Greetings.
    ruma

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  23. Think about how may kids made out under that tree! :-)
    This is a neat project Julie has started isn't it?

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  24. It's the final arboreal week...stop by so we can see your tree!

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