In llinois, Arbor Day is celebrated the last week of April. In honor of Arbor Day, three of our preschool board members joined the National Arbor Day Foundation just so they could each get 10 free saplings - enough that each of our students could take one home to plant. We hope that all of you have planted those tiny saplings that were sent home with your child recently. They may just look like little sticks, but within each of them is amazing potential (kind of like us, in a way, when we start out!)
I also wanted to share this poem by Ilan Shamir with you as well, Enjoy!
Advice from a Tree
Dear Friend,
Stand Tall and Proud
Sink your roots deeply into the Earth
Reflect the light of a greater source
Think long term
Go out on a limb
Remember your place among all living beings
Embrace with joy the changing seasons
For each yields its own abundance
The Energy and Birth of Spring
The Growth and Contentment of Summer
The Wisdom to let go of leaves in the Fall
The Rest and Quiet Renewal of Winter
Feel the wind and the sun
And delight in their presence
Look up at the moon that shines down upon you
And the mystery of the stars at night.
Seek nourishment from the good things in life
Simple pleasures
Earth, fresh air, light
Be content with your natural beauty
Drink plenty of water
Let your limbs sway and dance in the breezes
Be flexible
Remember your roots
Enjoy the view!
Click HERE if you'd like some history on Arbor Day!
