Hello, old friend. It’s been a while.

Is something wrong? I see sap tears rolling down your trunk.

It’s the logging, isn’t it? You’ve lost most of your ancestors and family members disappear daily.

We will make them stop. It’s the least we can do, considering all you’ve given us.

Debra Kuzbik lives on Vancouver Island where, in addition to writing, she enjoys painting, photography, gardening, and beach walks.