A Sense of Connection

The Old Oak at Pleasant Grove

Our best research suggests that plants and trees may be conscious on some level. I’ve been returning to this same spot to photograph this old oak for over ten years now, and I can’t help wondering if it recognizes me in some way—not as I recognize it, but in its own quieter language. It’s a comforting thought. To me, there’s certainly a sense of connection here, like greeting an old friend.