Me and #3715: A Cork woman on her relationship with a tree at the Marina

In exploring a field of trees by her Blackrock home, Patsy Atkinson kindled an understanding with one tree in particular - recording its life and getting to grips with its presence
Me and #3715: A Cork woman on her relationship with a tree at the Marina

Tree #3715, at 'The Meadow', near the Marina in Cork, through the seasons.

I hugged a tree, and I liked it.

When I say ‘hug’, It was probably more of a quick embrace as I wrapped my arms around its slim trunk, with a measuring tape in hand.

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