Exercise 1
Adopting a tree
Tools required: - Finding a special tree
For this exercise we are to befriend a tree which hitherto has not had a special significance for us. This is to be a new tree to us, although preferably one which has been in the world for at least forty years or so.
When you have identified a tree that you should like to be your special tree, go to it on the first day and count the main boughs which stem from the trunk.
Acknowledge the tree by exclaiming something complimentary to it.
Upon your second visit count the number of branches which stem from the boughs. Before leaving the tree, pronounce to it again, that which you think best describes your appreciation for its presence.
On the third visit you can count the leaves. This does not have to be the entire amount of leaves, but upon any given branch you can summarize. If there are no leaves you may count the twigs. Before you depart tell the tree of your admirations. You can sing them if you wish. If you have difficulty bringing some compliments to mind to voice ... it would be best if you went in search of another tree.
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