April 23, 2009
I love trees. They are one of nature's constants; beautiful in all seasons. Their beauty, regardless of the month, is what gets me through the vegetatively colorless season of winter. It's no coincidence that my outdoor photos from the last 4 months were mostly... trees. There's nothing else growing!
Next to their timeless, all-season beauty I love how trees mark the passage of time. People generally don't buy a new car or cow to mark a special event but they will plant a tree. And reading the growth rings on a fallen tree or coming across a twisted, gnarly trunk never fails to fascinate me. Trees tell stories and I like stories.
So it was with great interest that I picked up the book"WOMAN WHO SPEAKS TREE: Confessions of a Tree Hugger" by Maine author Linda Tatelbaum.
I came across a review in the winter publication of the The Maine Organic Famer and Gardener, found the book at my local library and enjoyed it this winter as a good read. Although I think it would be delightful in all seasons, just like trees are!
But I'm putting all that aside so you can have a chance to own this lovely book. To participate in the giveaway please leave a comment. And I would appreciate it if you would spread the word, and not for FIMBY's sake. I think we should do our best to advertise for independent authors and publishers, (Linda self-published this book). To that end, I'd be grateful if you'd tweet or otherwise promote this giveaway. Let's get out the word for quality writing and publishing.
{Kathy D. is the randomly chosen winner for this book, thanks all for commenting, hope you all can find it at your local library or bookstore}
I love reading books by Maine authors. And I, too, have a passion for trees, and am so thankful for the 2 huge beauties on my little city house-lot! We have even named the area under the big maple tree out back, where the kids spend so much of their outside time, The Maple Room! :) This tree holds swings, ropes for being Tarzan, and a "sand" box, is great for climbing, and provides delicious shade in the summer.
We had a wonderful time time exploring the trees in the Walden Woods in January. And this post reminded me that I never posted our pics of those trees... The Guardians, The Philosopher, and others. (We like naming things). :) I need to find those pics!
Thanks for the tip on this book! I'm looking forward to reading it, even if I have to buy it. :)
Trees are amazing things, especially ancient, massive trees that have lived for hundreds or even thousands of years. I always find it inspiring to walk amidst an old growth forest, with towering trees that have witnessed life long before we humans spread out in such huge numbers. I'm fortunate in that I live just an hour's drive from some of the largest trees on the planet, the giant sequoias. Now those are amazing in size, color, and age. One of my goals is to visit as many groves of these massive trees as I can during my life. Why? Because they are there, and they are so huge, and beautiful, and it feels me with awe every time I walk beneath such trees.
The book sounds intriguing. I'll have to find a copy to read. Can't really post a review until I read the thing. Your review is well written and makes me want to find a copy.
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what a well written post. i feel similarly about trees and nature, but couldn't have written as perfectly as you do. thanks for the links and the give-away. i would love to win a copy and will link to this post from my blog. happy friday. may you spend it with your favorite people and favorite trees. nicola http://whichname.blogspot.com
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What a lovely post. And I would love the chance to win Woman Who Speaks Tree. Ever since I was a child, trees have held a deep fascination for me . . . what they've lived through, how they stand and protect us. Thanks for the great post, your lovely blog and this chance to share a great book.
Hi renee, I was delighted to visit your blog tonight after not having done so for a long time and find it about trees (close to my heart) also even more delighted to see these images. Beautiful. Your work has grown so much!
I actually logged on to find the recipe for the lotion/cream :-)
This sounds like just the book I've been looking for! Nothing has been hitting home lately and I have a feeling that I've been waiting for this one. Thanks for the opportunity!
Hello, This is Mollykate's sister-in-law! Thanks for your fun blog. Please sign me up for your book give-away! Blessings!
Hi, I have been following for a little while, and have enjoyed your photos and snippets of life. The unschooling/homeschooling has interested me, as I have kids in public school - where we aren't always happy... I, too, have been looking at your recipes for lotions, etc! I love trees, too, and have found such pleasure and restoration in looking at trees throughout the year. I would love to read this book!
Trees are good benchmarks of seasons, the passing of time and a change in our view. It would be an interesting study to compare peoples of the world in relation to the trees of their environment. Today in my yard, I'm thrilled for tiny bright blossoms, bursting buds, and cautious tender leaves.
Sounds like a really good book,I love to sit under a nice shade tree and enjoy a great write. Thanks for the giveaway
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WHAT A GREAT BOOK...... I WOULD LOVE TO SPEND THE WEEKEND DOING NOTHING BUT SITTING UNDER A TREE AND READ READ READ THIS IS MY DREAM WEEKEND
Looks like a lovely book. I have finally learned to embrace the Texas trees for what they are (short, spindly, prickly...) and it's made a big difference in my outlook on life here! Heh.
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This looks like a wonderful book. Thanks for the chance
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sounds like an interesting read. please count me in.
I love trees. I remember as a child in the summer sitting under a big old maple reading away my summers.
Count me in!
I was glad to see your Tweet about this, I almost forgot to comment! The book sounds lovely, I have always been attached to trees and often have a favorite wherever we happen to be living. I think they are such an important connection to the natural world.
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I also love trees. Here in northern Minnesota I am surrounded by old growth trees which escaped the local fires of 1918. The fires decimated many homesteads and towns in the area, but my little corner of the world escaped, and the trees are living proof. I marvel at their height, resilience in storms, and numerous cones which are piled up on the ground. The provide cover for birds and small animals, protect my tiny cottage from storms and winds, and are a daily visual delight. Thanks for the blog.
I love the way that this book ispresented. You did a great job to make it sound interesting and inviting and I am sure the author would be proud!
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I share your feeling about trees. I love to watch the world around me awaken in the Spring, mature through the summer and then relax in the Fall and sleep in the winter.
Thank you it came in the mail today.... I have forward you blog to a friend who is a Vegan and always looking for new things too cook
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Lynn on April 24, 2009, 11:59 a.m.
Oh what a lovely sounding book! Kudos to the author for embracing trees as the subject in her book. There is something so magical about a big old tree. I always wonder what stories they would tell if they could. I would love to comment further but I am off to pass the word! In the chance that I win, I would like to thank FIMBY and Linda. If I don't win, thanks for the opportunity and I will be looking the book up! :)