Touch a Tree Every Day

I have been given a class assignment to touch a tree every day and then to write about this experience. The honest truth-I thought to myself....what a silly assignment. Something I have grown to appreciate from this experience is the feel of the different textures of bark under my hand. I have always enjoyed sitting under the trees and listening to their leaves speak to one another, but I can say that I have now grown to appreciate the feel of tree trunks under my hand as well. I have been reminded of the beauty, elegance, and the complexity of the Lord's creations and of the blessings that surround me daily. For these daily reminders and blessings I am very grateful!