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Planting Trees

What are the best small trees to plant beside my home? A: Trees planted near the home are considered foundational plantings. Trees and shrubs soften harsh architectural lines and can provide shade and insulation which promotes energy efficiency. Trees or … Continue reading

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Beauty Hunter

Be a Beauty Hunter – beauty hunting means looking around and counting as many gorgeous miracles as you can possibly absorb in that moment. The sound of rain on the roof. Clouds parting in the sky. Puppies. Baby feet. The … Continue reading

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The Wonders of Nature

Of all the wonders of nature , a tree in summer is perhaps the most remarkable…consider the leaves , so green and leafy (if not, something is wrong).Behold how the branches reach up to heaven as if to say ,”Though … Continue reading

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What does it take to grow a tree?

What does it take to grow a tree? Faith that the roots will sink deep, clear vision to plan for seasons bend the horizon of time, and trust that the future generation will care for the tree you tended.- Fence … Continue reading

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Planting a Tree

Several years ago THOSE neighbors moved in. We quickly realized we wanted instant privacy. We also quickly learned you can have it cheap, fast, or good (Pick any two). It’s so true, as rarely, if ever, do you get the … Continue reading

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