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Let's start a Gad Circle

 What is a   Gad Circle © ? A Gad Circle [1.0] ©   starts out as a safe place where we learn to listen and learn to speak.  We wander together in conversation, look at different subjects, and share our perspective in a respectful, equal, diverse setting.  We share our horizon with others.  A horizon is a term that assumes our point of view has limits (we can only see up to the horizon around us)     Merriam-Webster says: to Gad about is to be on the go without a specific aim or purpose. It is hoped that the Gad Circle will grow and develop (from 1.0 to 2.0) to a place where we can be open to the possibility that the other may be right... or have a better perspective... or contribute something to our own perspective.  A Gad Circle [2.0] ©  invites questions and challenge to our limited perspectives.  This can be achieved after a level of trust is established.     Merriam-Webster also says: a gad is a chisel or poin...

First post in 2026 (Getting my art growing again)

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My work place here in Thunder Bay has invited us to share a piece of art that represents our family. This unfinished work shows a tree growing in a harsh winter wind.  The bitter cold kills a number of the branches - all facing the wind.  The branches flowing with the wind continue, shaping the bent nature of the tree. The work is on a rock of Calcite - with visible crystals.  The roots of the tree hug the rock, anchored and stable.  The tree also seems to cherish this foundation. The Bonsai style for this type of tree is called Fukinagashi - or winswept.  Submitting to the windy blast (accepting one's reality an situation) enables a prospering and healthy growth.  

TAE Trees: Tree Stories - a Homeschooling Art Workshop

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New works to appreciate.

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 New pics! Neil Fox, a professional photographer here in Orillia, helped me with getting these shots.   Here are a bunch of new pictures of new trees.

Tree Story Workshop

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 Hi all, I'm looking forward to offering a Tree Story workshop with TAE trees.  Space is limited, dates for the workshop are to be announced. Contact me for more details. Sincerely, David.

Lots of newbies

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 Here are some new tree works.  Enjoy.

TAE Tree: "Cave of Wonders"

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 Here is the first in a forest of new trees! Enjoy them.