I forget what part of the Apache Trail we were on when we stopped at this restaurant to eat. I went outside to look at the patio and the volleyball area and could just imagine how hopping the place would be in a few months and no one would be wearing jackets like we were. I had to stand in the sun and just let the warmth (mid 60’s at the time) wash over me. I was drawn to this tree because it had green leaves on it and such a smooth bark. I thanked it for letting me lean against it to take this photo so that when I was back home, where it would be cold and all of the trees would be bare, I could look at this image and feel like I was there again.
But I have no idea what kind of tree this is…any ideas?
(PS. The new system is about at 90% now – woohoo!)
Images by T.Dashfield Photography 
Ah, waiting for warm weather. A lovely the, though I’ve no idea the kind. The system is almost up! Great news!
It’s moving all of the actions and presets that’s driving me bonkers!
What a stately fellow. Nice shot, Teri! 🙂 Willows are related to birches. This one looks like both.
Thanks 🙂 It was a lovely tree to lean against.
No idea what type of tree it is but it is sure making me wish Spring would hurry up and come!
I think it might be peeking it’s head around the corner but we know how weather can toy with us.
No idea… what your tree is. I have a tree in the back yard that I have no idea what it is. It’s a normal tree, meaning it loses it’s leaves. HA HA HA We think it is an Ash. But never took the time to figure it out. I do like it for it’s shade… but dislike it for it’s falling leaves to pick up!!
And here I was counting on you to know since you’re in its neck of the woods and all…. 😉
Great perspective and I know exactly what you mean, Teri. When I take a winter vacation to a warmer spot, it’s the trees that get my attention and I always photograph at least one of them. They’re both a fitting reminder of the warm vacation, as well as a promise of things to come back home.
You said it so well – thank you!