sideways.

we found the most amazing thing.

so we got all geared up with our "cowberry" boots

and green horn 
to scope it out.

as you can see,

it was incredible.

we learned the importance of growing our roots down deep.

They will be like a tree planted by the water
   that sends out its roots by the stream.
It does not fear when heat comes;
   its leaves are always green.
It has no worries in a year of drought
   and never fails to bear fruit.

Jeremiah 17:8

and we all got to touch the tip top of the tree.

it's always a good idea to have your helmet 

around your neck whenever climbing trees. 

just so you know.

the angle of the branches and the trunk 

were mind boggling. 

the joy was infectious.

and the beauty

was awe-inspiring

and simply incredible.

we got to experience 
all of this while safely climbing a tree. 

(one of my most favorite shots from the day.)

even though it's been chopped down
 and shredded to pieces by now.

891. the orange wildflowers scattered about

892. the little white flowers peeking out from the brown paper bag

893. being alone

894. scheduled time to read

895. naps

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