Tag Archives: Thoughts

An oak’s memories

Looking up from the trunk of a large oak tree with long thick branches reaching out at the top

I love looking at large, old trees. This beautiful oak tree in Vilas Park has to be 150-200 years old. When I see trees like this, I imagine scenes from days-gone-by the tree was a part of, and the memories it might have. If only it could speak…

Thanksgiving 2020

A fat squirrel standing next to a half eaten pumpkin

Like this rather plump squirrel I saw on a walk today, I ate Thanksgiving dinner alone (a first for me). But after a family video-chat and some phone calls, I realize I have much to be grateful for today, despite everything that 2020 has thrown at us. Happy Thanksgiving!