Surrounded by Life

Surrounded by Life -- by Patty

August Topic:  Tree(s)
Taken with:  Sony NEX F3

Pillars

Pillars by Karen

Canon Rebel 2

Just like the large-trunked oaks in this yard, these sturdy pillars offer a base that supports its inhabitants with shade, shelter and a home for many... not as gorgeous as trees but still beautiful. 

Deep South - Lisa Hackman

I can hear harmonica music & the buzzing of bugs when I look at this picture

Taken on 7/29/2013 near Citra, FL with a Nikon Coolpix P510

Cathedral

"Cathedral trees are a group of redwoods which grow in a circle around a host stump or tree, from which they sprouted. Redwood stumps have "suckers" which emerge from all sides, creating a circle of trees sometimes known as a "fairy ring" or "sprouting ring." 

Taken on July 20, 2013 in the Humboldt Redwoods State Park, California, with a Canon 5d Mark II at 24mm. It's always been a dream of mine to sleep in the Redwoods, so we called a couple of our best friends and asked them to join us. It was an incredible trip.  
 

Best Eaten Outdoors

Best eaten outdoors by Karen

taken in a back yard in Arkansas
wide angle lens on Canon Rebel 2

American (Central) maize cultured for maximum enjoyment!  Best rolled.