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Taylor Gilmore's avatar

Badiana, I can't tell you how much I enjoyed reading this. I've been talking to trees for decades and was never able to explain why - not even to myself. You gave me the words: " In their company, I feel grounded, connected, and whole." Thank you. ❤️

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Badiana Badio Eckstrom's avatar

Wow, thank you so much for sharing this with me!!

🌿 It means the world to know the words resonated with your own beautiful practice of connecting with trees. I love that you’ve been in conversation with them for decades, what a gift.

I feel so honored that my writing could give language to something you’ve always known in your heart. 💚

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Carta GianCarlo's avatar

Me too, me too. It is my first time reading someone write about it.

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Badiana Badio Eckstrom's avatar

I am literally so excited that more people do this than just me 😆. Like thank you for this.

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Scarlet Ibis James's avatar

When a tree's trunk is especially expansive/rough/unusual, I cast a silent compliment toward it, my gaze drifting up its rough bark. I like to think they feel the warmth of my admiration.

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Badiana Badio Eckstrom's avatar

I think that act is wonderfully heart full, Scarlet! I most definitely think they feel the warmth of your admiration!

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Scarlet Ibis James's avatar

🌳 🙏🏾 ❤️

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