Standing in the silent strength of the Giant Forest. These trees have done well this year, being watered deeply by a record-breaking winter with the most snow the Southern Sierra has seen in decades. I feel wonderfully blessed to be able to walk in the company of these great trees which have stood many tests of time. Photo captured by me in June 2023.
Another photo from today's visit to Redwood Regional Park. This park is just minutes from Oakland, and a short drive from the inland East Bay.
It was 98 degrees inland today; at Redwood, it was 83. Talk about relief from the heat!
Its amazing how short (or long) the winters can be in Northern California. Its mid February, and many trees are blooming, including at least two different types of magnolia. Not only are trees blooming, but some are leafing out. The California buckeye trees, (photo on right), had their buds swell about two weeks ago, and now new leaves are emerging fast. My banana plant has woken up because of our recent warm weather and is now starting to grow. My California pipevines are showing signs of growth, and so is my pygmy date palm.
