Kinda sad

Well, this was kinda sad.

New Year’s Day always means (unless there is a torrential downpour and gale force winds) a walk at my favourite place on the island.

This is where, many years ago, I first came across the “dancing” Arbutus trees.  

Over the years, unfortunately, the tree in the background slowly died – yet somehow managed to maintain its position.

I haven’t been down there since the summer. Like everywhere else on the island, a lot of trees had been taken out by the recent bomb cyclone. I had a bad feeling and I was right.

More than slightly whimsical I know, but I can’t help wondering if the tree left standing misses its dance partner.

Sad, yes, but starting a new New Year’s Day tradition – taking this beautiful walk with someone else – was not.

And so, be it resolved…