Beating back the forest primeval
Beating back the forest primeval
I told Al the other day that to live here, you must have to beat the forest back with a stick on a daily basis.
I’m going to be 100% honest with you guys, because I think I should be. Some of you will scoff, some will think I’m crazy, others will not understand at all.
But, there are WAY too many trees here for my liking. I love an open landscape, a wide vista and points far off to gaze at. Not here. No way, no how, There is nothing but trees. Tall, thick, dark jungles of them. I expect to hear banjo music in these dark jungles. (some of you will get that reference)
The trees are covered in vines, ferns, and moss.
It’s like every tree is a host, for other more aggressive plant life.
Remember when I said the other day it was all very Jurassic park like? It really is. And it’s spooky as hell to walk through these jungle forests.
These photos are the perfect example of what I’m talking about. I found these greenhouses along the road I have been walking the dogs on. They have been completely over taken by the forest. I thought they had been like this for years and years. But no, I found out that as recent as 10 years ago these green houses were clear, and operating. That is crazy.
My first thought when I saw these was, hey cool, what a neat photo op. Then the more I looked, the more I could see how the forest primeval had just reclaimed all this.
All these photos were taken from the street, I thought about getting in there to take photos. But there are no trespassing signs, and probably that banjo music again.
I saw this place the other day as I was driving around. Clearly these guys had a win over the forest primeval. There were acres of lawn. Then what did they do….plant trees in rows. Go figure.
What to you guys like? A deep dark forest, or a wide open sunny landscape?
I agree… I wouldn’t wonder to see Mr. T-Rex luring behind a tree :o)
Yes, and those fast little raptor guys with the big teeth.
Good morning, wonderful collection of images. I like both the forest and the wide open spaces. My favorite would beaches..Great post! Happy Tuesday!
LOL! Love this post — I actually also prefer the wide vista, the blue sky — but, I find creativity comes alive in the woods for me. Fabulous photos btw.
What I wouldn’t give for a wide vista, and blue skies right now.
I love lush green BUT I need big vistas. Dense forest is for visiting, not living (unless there are nearby wide open vistas. I think the perfect forest is one with a little bit of understory that often opens up to meadows!
I love trees too. But I have to open space, and just visit the trees.
Let’s just say, if you hadn’t told us where you are at, we would think you were in a jungle. We love a good forest, but that stuff where you are is way too thick!
Yes. That’s it exactly.
Well you probably know that I am a forest girl, I do love me some trees! BUT you do have to stay on top of them and trim them and keep the land clear.
The rows of trees look like they could be fruit trees, they are typically planted in rows.
I don’t think they were fruit trees, maybe maples or something. And do you carry a big forest beating stick? LOL
I enjoy both.
wonderful images to express your feelings!
I certainly understand your preference and perspective, but for me it’s the mysterious dark jungle every time. I feel safe in there, almost cozy (just like I prefer small houses and small rooms, I guess. The whole “open floor plan” trend sets my teeth on edge and beaches have always bored me after several minutes…unless, of course, I’m digging up a wreck with my archaeology buddies!) and like there’s always something new to discover. I like that the forest reclaims its space, I’m so done with humans chopping or burning down forests for greedy reasons and then just laying it all to waste, destroying ecosystems. For me, wide open vistas are lovely for a photo op or to “ooo” and “aahhh” over the view, but then there’s nothing left to discover and I’m heading back to the woods. :) A cabin in the woods near a lake surrounded by trees – that’s one of my dreams.
And that is what makes life great, we all love different things. I do love my small house, and when we build, it will be small too. But I need an extension of the house on the outside. I need skies, and a view far off.
I like hiking into the overgrown forest to discover what it has hidden, but I do love the sweeping vistas.
Too dark and scary for me. LOL
I’m with you and can totally relate…. give me wide open vistas any day. Too many trees and dense vegetation was one of the reasons (there were others) that we cut our Midwestern sojourn short. And we just found out one of our skylights is cracked and we’re pretty sure it was caused by a tree…grrr!
See, it’s those damn trees!
The grass is always greener, Mary. Let’s trade places. I love your trees and the idea of nature reclaiming man’sdetritus. You can have our desert! :)
It IS a little spooky looking there Mary! I would feel the same way as you! I suppose it takes some getting used to if you are going to live there. Doesn’t it rain a lot there too? I much prefer the beautiful vistas you usually post!
It rains ALL THE TIME. Not a fan.
Well, at least you are taking a variety of photos! We like the forests, when mom was in Vancouver the smell of pine was like a Christmas tree, but suppose there are benefits of open landscape too. Then you can see the monsters coming. Love Dolly
Yes, I prefer to see what’s out there. From way off.
Hi. Jan at Wag and Woof Pets told me about your blog. I’m new to blogging and posted about heart rocks and she said you collect them too :) Love your pictures. What an adventure you are living!! And I prefer being able to see the sunlight :)
I do collect them! Love them. Your collection is great too. And thanks for liking the pics. I’m glad you stopped by. Welcome to blogging!
I like the beach and the ocean!
I’m with you – wide open vistas are what I love. I’ve never been to the pacific northwest but I found the forests in New England to be way too dense for my liking. So, I understand your feelings. The greenhouses are incredible… just 10 years. Hell, we have old mining buildings from 100 years ago with nothing growing on them!
I know right, 100 year old buildings…still visible. I’m pretty much treed out.
Hahaha about the banjo music. The photos are really cool, but yeah… definitely getting a creepy vibe! I prefer open vistas! We like to hike in the forest… but thinking about hikes we’ve done, we like to do trails that are along a mountain ridge where you have a view.
I agree with you that the area is mostly too much of a jungle for my tastes. I do like some trees but the vines would overwhelm me. I love moss though, ;)
Lovely shots. I love both kinds of landscapes.
I love trees and green shades. These images are just beautiful, Mary. The second and third are my favorite. :)
I feel you…and that is some weird stuff going on there! I love trees, but bring in the sunshine for me! I like to enjoy the trees more from a distance. When we first had our house built, we cleared a lot of trees and had a big open area. Of course over the years the forest kept creeping back in on us. Finally, last summer I told my hubby that I was starting to feel claustrophobic…so he headed out with the chainsaw and I feel better now! :)