I have very fond, vivid memories of climbing trees as a child. Working my way from branch to branch, edging closer to the canopy overhead. My feet all roughened and grubby. Excitement and anticipation surging through my veins. At times, my brother or a friend would be right there with me, sharing in the thrill. And other times, it would just be me. Alone with my thoughts and dreams. But whether I had company or was on my own, there were always imaginative games played out. From vast castles to great ships, from kings & queens to happy families. So many stories unveiled way up high in the tree tops.
There is this magnificent tree in a park near us. It occupies a good two thirds of the park... and it is so loved. It's root structure is a work of art in itself and it is upon this that the children in the neighbourhood play. Angus is into all things magic at the moment. Spells and tricks and make believe. Yesterday at the park, I overheard he and Felix conversing by the trunk of the spectacular tree. Angus doing all the talking. Felix just happy to be a part of the magic. And for a moment, it took me right back in time.
I'm with you. I loved climbing trees when I was a kid, my brothers climbing along with me (usually higher!) I had my favourites, one being a tree very similar to the one in your photos. I used to think they could tell magnificent stories... if they could talk. Like the trees in The Wizard of Oz, but nicer!
ReplyDeleteLovely post, and great pics :-)
I used to love creating worlds in the roots of old dig trees. You're right, it's pure magic x
ReplyDeleteI meat 'fig' tree!
DeleteGreat post!! I loved climbing the two mango trees in our back yard when I was a kid...my dad even built a tree house for us. I used to do a lot of thinking up there...even now I like to go to a high place when I need to do some serious thinking!
ReplyDeleteI used to escape into the local trees with my recorder, camera or a book!!
ReplyDeleteMassive trees are the very best playgrounds.
Gorgeous!
:-) xx
LOvely! I also have great memories of tree climbing as a kid. We had a tall gum tree in our front yard and the branches were nicely arranged so that we could climb quite high! Hours of fun.
ReplyDeleteMorton Bay Fig trees are the MOST amazing trees. Their just so magical. Happy climbing xx
ReplyDeleteOh J, so, so, special.
ReplyDeleteMaybe it's the faraway tree... my children are always on the hunt for it!
ReplyDeleteI was a big climber as a kid. My brother & I hauled each other up the gum tree in an old cane washing basket from my nan, pretty dangerous but loads of fun! Brings back fond memories!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy the WE Julie
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Melissah
That tree is spectacular ... my son would love it.
ReplyDeleteI dont remember being much of a tree climber but that was more because I was frightened of getting up but not being able to get down. Reckon I would have a good crack at it now though!
Gorgeous. Happy mothers day lovely, hope you get spoilt. xx
ReplyDeleteHappy mothers day, enjoy the day with your gorgeous boys.x
ReplyDeleteThat tree is magic. A giant reaching down to your boys! Hope you had a wonderful monthers day. xx
ReplyDeleteAhhh the joys of boys. I love watching them have the most amazing adventures in trees :) xx
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