This tree-hugger sure loves the quotes presented by a true tree-guy, very nice, Don! How do you like this oak? Named "The Hangman's tree"
in front of Joann's house

Don, you and agnespuffin are must be on the same wave length, today. Your quotes are about trees and the picture she posted of the tree (I'm not sure what kind) is incredible.

Lilo, do you have any idea why the tree is called "the hangman's tree"? That conjures up some scary images.

Mwheel, it's actually sort of a joke. When we purchased the property in the late seventies, undeveloped, this oak was sort of a totem already, not near as tall, but substantial. From the trunk stuck out a dead branch that reminded us of the old Westerns, when the ranchers caught the rustler , sat him on a horse, his neck in the noose, slapped the horse, it took off and he dangled. That dead branch was just about that height, so we named the tree the Hangman's tree. Tree is much taller and the dead branch has fallen off, but the name sticks.

Don, great quotes about trees. I share them with DD who lives in tree country, and she says that the quotes hits the spot with her.

Lilo, when I wrote "scary images", I was remembering all the Westerns I've seen over the years. Good to know your tree wasn't really used that way. :)

Looking forward to seeing your oak someday soon. Must be a tree day for some reason. Say hi to the daughters too.