There are a number of "survivor trees" in the world. Perhaps the most well-known in the US is the 120 year old (est.) American elm that survived the Oklahoma City bombing in 1995 and became part of the memorial that honors the victims, survivors, and rescuers of that tragic event. For me, trees like this also serve as a source of inspiration, as demonstrations of resilience and luck. They are also messengers, delivering an expectation of perseverance and tenacity for those who have survived after things have gone sideways.
The Survivor Tree
The Survivor Tree
The Survivor Tree
There are a number of "survivor trees" in the world. Perhaps the most well-known in the US is the 120 year old (est.) American elm that survived the Oklahoma City bombing in 1995 and became part of the memorial that honors the victims, survivors, and rescuers of that tragic event. For me, trees like this also serve as a source of inspiration, as demonstrations of resilience and luck. They are also messengers, delivering an expectation of perseverance and tenacity for those who have survived after things have gone sideways.