Rising temperatures due to climate change made it harder for tropical forests in Australia to absorb carbon dioxide. https://www.margaretcheasebro.com/blog/posts/47564
Margaret Cheasebro
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I am an author and a Reiki Master. As a retired journalist and counselor, I enjoy writing, ping pong, photography, and helping people with alternative healing methods. I have written books about trees and Reiki. Learn more at my websites, https://www.margaretcheasebro.com/ and https://www.ifiwereatreewhatwouldibe.com/
Scientific studies have shown that microbes in the bark of some trees feast on hydrogen, methane, and carbon monoxide. Trees also absorb carbon dioxide, helping to keep our planet healthier. https://www.margaretcheasebro.com/blog/posts/47500
How do you save a juniper tree attacked by beetles? I'm following the recommendations of a plant nursery in an effort to save my tree. https://www.margaretcheasebro.com/blog/posts/47444
In early February there are weeds growing in my yard. The ground never froze. What happened to winter? https://www.ifiwereatreewhatwouldibe.com/2026/02/04/weeds-in-the-middle-of-winter/
Baobab trees are among some of the oldest trees in the world. The only remaining baobab in Kinshasa is under threat of being cut down. https://www.margaretcheasebro.com/blog/posts/47363
Winters in past decades seemed to be snowier than they are today. When snow falls, I love to see the way it coats trees in winter beauty. https://www.margaretcheasebro.com/blog/posts/47341
Sycamore trees know how to let go of old bark so new healthier bark underneath can flourish. Letting go can be a powerful way to enter the new year free of old fears, grudges, and disappointments. https://www.margaretcheasebro.com/blog/posts/47264
A traffic jam showed me where pigeons roosted when no trees were available. It made me think of many ways we improvise to fill a need, even when it comes to Christmas trees. https://www.margaretcheasebro.com/blog/posts/47210
German WW I prisoner of war in Japan, Karl Juchheim, baked tree ring cakes that became popular in Japan. It was his way of expressing his desire for peace. https://www.margaretcheasebro.com/blog/posts/47145
I took a walk around my yard and neighborhood looking for signs of autumn. I found many things - but no ants. They've all gone underground. https://www.ifiwereatreewhatwouldibe.com/2025/11/19/signs-of-autumn/