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The Sweetgum Tree

May 31, 2011 By Stanton Lanier Leave a Comment

It was a boy’s dream climbing tree – a 100-foot tall sweetgum right across the street from my childhood home in North Carolina. By the time I was nine or ten I was able to climb all the way to the top and look out over the neighborhood. There was an element of risk and recklessness in getting that high above the ground, but the trunk and branches made you feel safe. I can still remember swaying in the breeze and taking in the wonder of the birds, blue sky and sun shining through the leaves. This prompted a question in my mind this morning – what risks do I need to take, how should I be more reckless . . . in pursuing moments of wonder? The rewards can be noticing more beauty, experiencing more adventure, or enriching a relationship. What was one of your “sweetgum tree” moments in life that can lift your spirit today?

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