“If someone 50 years ago planted a row of oaks or a chestnut tree on your plot of land, you have something that no amount of money or effort can replicate. The only way is to wait.” https://lucumr.pocoo.org/2026/3/20/some-things-just-take-time/
Some Things Just Take Time

On friction, patience, and planting trees.

Armin Ronacher's Thoughts and Writings
@mitsuhiko We have no time for trees to grow; Our furniture is made from compressed sawdust, woodchips, and glue.
@djh That too is happening, there however I think the motivation has more to do with the economics around shipping and CO2 emissions.