Have you ever noticed, when you are
outside this time of year, how far sounds travels? It’s because the deciduous
trees have lost their leaves and are no longer acting as sound dampeners. There
are many benefits provided by trees, most of which we take for granted. Trees
provide shade in the summer and warmth, through firewood and pellets, in the
winter. Evergreen trees make a great wind-break in the winter as well as
protection for birds and animals. Trees provide us with the very air that we
breathe, and they absorb carbon dioxide in the process. They give us lumber to
build our homes as well as fruit and nuts for sustenance. The list goes on and
on. It’s hard to imagine a world without trees. I’m not sure the earth could
survive without trees. Luckily, we don’t need to worry about that as Mother
Nature is constantly trying to reclaim any open space. I’ve noticed that it
happens regardless of the economy or other outside factors. And, that’s job
security for people like me.
The author is general manager of Q-Team
Tree Service in Naples and is also a licensed Arborist.
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