When I still existed (meaning that I still was on facebook), I encountered a saying that went something like: If you don't like it where you are, move! You are not a tree.
When I saw this tree going on a ride, I could not help thinking of that saying.
One of the main streets in our town is being re-worked and the authorities decided to re-plant some of the trees on the side of the road. I don't know where they are being replanted. I hope they have plenty of water to recover.
l.e. I shall tag this for the weekly theme of Gratitude. I really am grateful for the people who have decided to use this machinery and thus to avoid chopping trees.
@ludwigsdiana The theory is that that machinery is cutting out around the tree, so they move them with some roots. At least that's what I hope as well. I guess they would chop them down into pieces otherwise. That cone end makes a small crater in the ground.
Always freaks me out to see one of these tree movers. What is the tree thinking when it gets pulled from its environment and carted off? (Not "thinking" exactly but...")
@milestonevisualmedia You are right: it is a bit disturbing. But it is so much worse to hear the machinery that shreds the wood trunks. :| Someone asked once: What if we are actually grown by trees so that they can feed on us?
@evgeniamsk Yes, that should be. The information is as trustworthy as a local newspaper can be. But if the machine is put to good use, it is invaluable. Thank you
I hope the tree does well in its new spot
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