Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Redbuds in the Woods

Early settlers found the blossoms of the redbud a delicious addition to their salads. Early folk healers used the bark to treat common maladies and sometimes even leukemia. And many Native Americans chose the wood of the California redbud for their bows. A beautiful sight in the springtime.

Friday, April 19, 2013

Wednesday, April 17, 2013