Brave Fall Sapling

Thank goodness for all our blessing arrows tossed to this brave young sapling, for our hardy optimist stayed strong all through his second summer.

Hardy is preparing for his winter sleep, as his fall sap sinks deep into his chilly roots for safekeeping. 

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South Reservoir Blockhouse, Eastside (2010 November)

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