Wabi-sabi (侘寂)
The Japanese concept of appreciating both natural objects and the forces of nature. That imperfections in nature, as all things of the natural world are impermanent, and thus beautiful
Ireland's native Rowan trees are at the peak of their beauty bedecked in countless red berries awaiting the arrival of flock upon flock of migrating birds who will strip the trees on days as they seek to refuel 🪶🍒
But this is just one of many of the Rowan trees gifts to wildlife and, indeed, ourselves.
For the arrival of the great flocks of birds coincides with the darkening of days and the thinning of the veil between world and The Other 🌙
Not only does the red of the Rowans berries deter all forms of evil magic but they also stop a vampire in its tracks.
For as Sesame Street taught us as children a Vampire stalking our homes at night is compelled to count 🦇
Confronted by a Rowan planted outside a home the creature of the night finds itself rooted to the spot counting the thousands and thousands of berries until, finally, the rising sun forces them to retreat keeping us safe and the blood untouched within our veins ⚰️
A single living tree can host up to ONE TRILLION microbes inside its wood alone. Distinct communities thrive in the heartwood and sapwood—tiny ecosystems powering the forest from within. Nature’s secret cities, one trunk at a time. 🌳
It is slander to even suggest my youngest son’s choice of university has anything to do with it being an acorn’s throw away from the most beautiful oak tree on the planet
The Arbour Oak, Wollaton Park
Nottingham, England
Old hollow trees are nature’s ultimate climate bunkers. Their cavities stay 3-4°C (38°F) cooler than the outside air on average shielding birds, bats, and critters from deadly heatwaves. While we use AC, the forest already built free emergency shelters. Protect the old ones.
The power and beauty of nature. This ancient olive tree, called "the thinking tree" by the locals, is located in Puglia in the southern region of Italy. Its age is estimated to be at least 2,000 years.💚☘️🌿🌱🌳🌲🍀💚