29 Jul 2023

Living Together, Growing Together

Small tree growing near a giant tree
Small tree growing near a giant tree

— I suppose we have all read and/or heard the saying about “can’t see the forest for the trees.” We sometimes get so bogged down with details that we miss what is around us. That was not the case during this hike of the North Tenmile Creek in Frisco, Colorado.

Deep inside Eagles Nest Wilderness in the White River NF, we were nearly isolated from the rest of the world. We felt at times we were the only hikers in that area. We could absorb all the sounds and smells that the forest provided. While taking a break by the North Tenmile Creek, we began to explore our surroundings. We could see the forest as well as the trees, even the small ones. Nothing was overlooked, as we had all the time to immerse ourselves in nature.

There, surrounded by giant Douglas Fir pines, I spotted this small tree growing in the shadows of other pines. Against the dark tree bark of another pine, the small tree was a testament to the power nature has to generate new life in adverse and unexpected locations. Yes, I could see the forest and the trees.

This post was inspired by Denzil Nature’s photo challenge about tree bark as well as Janet’s call in her blog This, That and the Other Thing for the Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #260: Overlooked.

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22 Responses

  1. sustainabilitea
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    That’s just perfect, Egidio! There are so many possibilities for symbolism in this beautiful shot. Thanks for sharing. I’m happy you made it back in time to participate.

    janet

  2. Egídio Leitão
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    Thank you kindly for the feedback, Janet. I appreciate your compliment.

  3. nesfelicio
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    Beautiful photo of this little tree under the big tree.
    The title of your post reminds me of the Burt Bacharach song, with some lyrics quite apt:
    “It’s just like a tree
    Where each branch becomes a family that’s
    Living Together, Growing Together, just being together,”

  4. Wind Kisses
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    Yes. A testament to the powers of nature. Sounds like a great trip.

  5. Egídio Leitão
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    Nes, first of all, thank you for your feedback. Yes, when I saw that little tree, I immediately thought of Bacharach’s song. I’m glad it also evoked that song with. Although the movie where the song came from was not successful, I simply love its soundtrack. Thanks, again.

  6. Egídio Leitão
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    Thanks, Donna, for your feedback. Yes, Colorado was wonderful, and so were the temperatures.

  7. Wind Kisses
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    I’m sure!!!

  8. Tina Schell
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    Superb choice for the week Egidio, loved your little tree. A great testament to nature’s ability to adapt and continue to thrive.

  9. Egídio Leitão
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    Thanks for writing, Tina. As always, I appreciate your feedback.

  10. JohnRH
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    Great great photo. I get it!

  11. Egídio Leitão
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    Thanks for writing and commenting, John.

  12. margaret21
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    Well spotted, that doughty little tree!

  13. Egídio Leitão
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    Thank you so much!

  14. Denzil
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    That is a beautiful image Egidio.

  15. Egídio Leitão
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    Thanks, Denzil, for your feedback.

  16. Denzil
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    It’s a pleasure Egidio

  17. Philo
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    Fantastic click!

  18. Egídio Leitão
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    Many thanks, Philo. I appreciate your feedback.

  19. Leya
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    A beautiful tribute to trees, life and living. A great hike I would guess, your description of it went straight to my heart. Love your take on.

  20. Egídio Leitão
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    Thanks for your compliment and feedback. Yes, it was a great hike.

  21. Toonsarah
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    Denzil said this was a must-see photo and he was right – a perfect capture of new life just beginning 🙂

  22. Egídio Leitão
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    Many thanks, Sarah. That’s very kind of you and Denzil.

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