I LOVE me some trees! If you happen by my house, don’t see my van and wonder where I am? Check the park first because I am most likely hanging out with the trees. They are the perfect company for me as we don’t have to be concerned about how we are dressed, how much $$ we have in the bank or our social media stats (hey now). By merely sharing some space, we give each other what we need, I offer carbon dioxide and the trees return plenty of oxygen. When I need to talk, they are great listeners and when I am in need of sage, wisdom, trees are happy to share.
Of course, I found, looking through the calendars of special days on the internet that May 16th is LOVE a TREE DAY! When I found out that this day existed, I almost jumped for joy because it creates a reason for people all around the world to connect with trees wherever they are. Naturally I found nothing about how this special day started, or no particular group who takes responsibility for it’s creation however there was a suggestion that we use the hashtag #LoveATreeDay all over social media to promote the love!
I did find a couple thoughts about what we can do in celebration. The most classic activity would be to plant a tree! Now, I must say, there are plenty of trees, saplings, seedlings, etc. to chose from but what you may want to do it check with a local nursery about what would work best in your area. Certain trees need specific soil conditions, so these requirements will need to be considered. Also, you want to look at the location. Roots from trees can grow d-e-e-p. Make sure you inquire about the space the tree needs before choosing a tree.
If planting is not something you can do, then just go hang with some trees. I mentioned the park but if you have trees in your yard, grab a chair and get comfy. Maybe you have a botanical gardens near by and you can take a field trip. Grab a friend or two and make a day of it.
Sure, it’s fun to have a special day to celebrate anything and trees are such an integral part of our lives. Perhaps we might want to enjoy and show gratitude for trees every day. Just sayin’
HAPPY LOVE a TREE DAY, MAY 16th
I love me some trees
They are always there for me
Asking for nothing
Sometimes we will talk
Other times I just listen
They always listen
When winds blow their leaves
I imagine they’re waving
So I will wave back
No matter the time
They’re ready for visitors
From top to bottom
Yes, I’ll hang with birds
Celebrate with the squirrels
And watch where dogs go
Part of the ‘in’ crowd
I am outside, under leaves
I love me some trees
©2016 Annette Rochelle Aben
What a beautiful idea Annette 😀
I love trees too and they show us their beauty all the year.
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Isn’t this cool? Glad I found out about it too!! Enjoy your day, in beautiful Spain, with your trees, my friend. ❤
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Reblogged this on Chris The Story Reading Ape's Blog.
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Thank you, Chris! ❤
Of all of us out there in blog land, I would imagine YOU appreciate a good, sturdy tree, eh? 😉
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ABSOLUTELY – There’s nothing worse than a toppling tree half way through a good swing! 😀 😀 😀
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I love trees too. I am going to tell everyone its love a tree day.
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Awesome! #LoveATreeDay is so special because, really, it’s everyday, right? ❤
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Reblogged this on firefly465 and commented:
from annetterochelleaben.wordpress.com It`s love a tree day pass it on.
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Thank you for sharing the TREE LOVE! #loveATreeDay is in full swing. ❤
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Lovely post, thanks for alerting me to the day, so I could put my own post up too! https://thelastkrystallos.wordpress.com/2016/05/16/loveatree-day-the-old-oak/
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Absolutely Lisa! This is a beautiful reason for a special day. Enjoy! ❤
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Awesome!
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Thanks! Isn’t this cool? Trees have their OWN special day. ❤
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Happy love a tree day to you too!!
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Thank you! Getting ready to head to the park!
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Love the poem. I love trees too. Happy Love a Tree Day! 😀 ❤
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Thank you, lady lady! With such a beautiful day here, I know the trees are calling me out! 🙂
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Happy Tuesday already. I hear they are calling again. Go!
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Reblogged this on ravenhawks' magazine.
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Thank you for the reblog!
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Reblogged this on Random Ramblings; Myriad Musings and commented:
This is perfect…I was unaware!
Hug a tree today – just be careful of yew, poison oak, poison sumac, and poison ivy! You can hug a cactus, as well…to me, they’re a tree of a sort…
😉
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Isn’t it great to find out really cool days like this? I will be most aware of the trees to simply wave at from a distance, thanks!! ❤
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