Wednesday, August 15, 2012

The Event ~ The Tree

This is a tree.  The reflections are the event. . .

When my Dad died in 1998 (14 years ago now, already), we came home from the funeral in Montana and found a small two-foot potted tree on our back steps.  The attached card reflected the tree was a gift from my work place, Farmers Irrigation District, in honor of my Dad.  In the years since, the tree has grown into a magnificent, stately, living memorial.  It's a beautiful tree, and everyday when walking past it, I think of my Dad.  If this tree were not here, my thoughts and reflections of life with Dad would be few and far between. I appreciate the significance of this tree and the memories within its branches!





2 comments:

Unknown said...

What a wonderful gift and a great way to remember your dad:-)

Melissa Amateis said...

That is a gorgeous tree and a wonderful tribute to your dad. :)