Wow! Look at YOU, Little Tree! Just look at all those blossoms! But I wonder why they call you a dogwood. Is it because dogs do something on your wood? Terrible thing to do to a beautiful tree.No, that’s not why they call me a dogwood. But something has stunted my growth. Would you believe I’m the same age as Big Tree across the street? That’s how it is to grow up on the wrong side of the tracks. I’ve missed out. Big Tree has spent his whole life in the sunshine near a water tap, while I’ve been thirsty for years, shivering in the shade. You’d think that Big Tree would share his food and water since I have so little, but he doesn’t make a move to help me – I mean social distancing is one thing, but he’s downright unfriendly – won’t even talk to me. Well, it’s not my fault if I was born with a fertilizer spoon in my mouth. My caregivers are simply smarter than yours. I show them my thanks for the food they gave me. And you’re wrong. I would share with you, but I can’t leave. I’m kind of rooted to the ground.I see what you mean, Little Tree. He’s twice your size. Does that mean you’re the poor relation? Would you feel better if I tickled your bark to make you smile. I could scratch any itch you might have. All I have to do is run up and down your trunk a few times. Make you feel better…. You think about it and let me know, okay?
I had never seen a dogwood when we lived in northern BC. Moving to Vancouver Island in my teens, that’s when I first saw them. They’re kind of unique. Have a great weekend, Jill.
I always thought dogwoods were special and it was a struggle to get this one to grow. Too much shade, I think. They do like a bit of sun. But it seems to be doing better now that it’s more established. Have a good weekend, Pit.
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May 6, 2020 at 11:35 pm
Those photos are adorable! 🙂
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May 7, 2020 at 8:55 am
That’s my Lincoln – always wanting to get in on the action.
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May 6, 2020 at 11:55 pm
Lovely pictures with a lovely story!
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May 7, 2020 at 8:56 am
Thank you, Ursula. Isn’t it amazing how much the plants and animals talk to each other?
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May 7, 2020 at 2:17 am
Hello.
I cannot enough praise your photos. They are stunning.
Have a good day!
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May 7, 2020 at 8:57 am
Hi Matti! It’s been a long time! So nice to see you here again. Thanks for the kind words. Hope you’re keeping well.
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May 7, 2020 at 3:03 am
The dogwoods have always been one of my favorites. Beautiful!
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May 7, 2020 at 8:59 am
I had never seen a dogwood when we lived in northern BC. Moving to Vancouver Island in my teens, that’s when I first saw them. They’re kind of unique. Have a great weekend, Jill.
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May 7, 2020 at 4:46 pm
We had a lot where I grew up.
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May 7, 2020 at 4:47 pm
You have a great weekend too!
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May 7, 2020 at 6:01 am
Ah, the kindness of strangers (ie-squirrel).
🙂
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May 7, 2020 at 9:00 am
That’s the way Lincoln is (except the time he bit my finger when I tried to feed him). 😉
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May 7, 2020 at 7:43 am
That is pretty darn cute and probably exactly what those critters are saying.
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May 7, 2020 at 9:00 am
Of course it is, Jacqui. I heard him, plain as day!
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May 7, 2020 at 8:04 am
He’s such a cutie! Too bad little tree can’t be moved. 🤔
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May 7, 2020 at 9:01 am
I wondered about that, but he’s too big now and seems to be doing better.
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May 7, 2020 at 8:25 am
What a beautiful tree, even if it’s small.
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May 7, 2020 at 9:02 am
I always thought dogwoods were special and it was a struggle to get this one to grow. Too much shade, I think. They do like a bit of sun. But it seems to be doing better now that it’s more established. Have a good weekend, Pit.
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May 7, 2020 at 10:14 am
Stunning pics and a nice little conversation there… 🙂
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May 7, 2020 at 4:24 pm
Thanks, Deepa. The squirrels and trees chatter all the time, but I only listen in once in a while. I’m always surprised at what they say!
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May 7, 2020 at 10:58 am
Dogwoods are one of my favorite trees. So pretty!
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May 7, 2020 at 4:25 pm
Their blossoms are quite different from those of most trees.
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May 7, 2020 at 4:53 pm
Thoughtful little guy.😊
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May 7, 2020 at 8:33 pm
He sure looks that way.
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