It is no secret I love new construction, so on the way back from dropping Eric at work, I took a few pictures of these particular houses. But more importantly the obstacle the contractors faced.
I don't know the diameter of the stump remaining, but I can imagine this tree was spectacular in its height and dimension. Ironically, I've traveled this road in downtown Athens many times. But I can't remember the tree, or even the timeworn house or houses that were likely torn down. But in their place are two very tidy attractive homes. I can hear the builders talking about this tree, the headache of it's removal will cause. The possible protests from naturalists that abound. But for better or for worse, he moved forward anyway, made the necessary calls, and planned the demolition and the tree's removal.
"But in our lives, when our worst instincts are in control, we dally. We don't act like Demosthenes, we act frail and are powerless to make ourselves better. We may be able to articulate a problem, even potential solutions, but then weeks, months, or sometimes years later, the problem is still there. Or it's gotten worse. As though we expect someone else to handle it, as though we honestly believe that there is a chance of obstacles unobstacle-ing themselves.
We've all done it. Said: "I am so [overwhelmed, tired, stressed, busy, blocked, outmatched]."
And then what do we do about it? Go out and party. Or treat ourselves. Or sleep in. Or wait.
It feels better to ignore or pretned. But you know deep down that that isn't going to truly make it any better.
You've got to act. And you've got to start now."
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Standing at Poplar and Mulberry ~ Athens, GA
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