Trees

I just finished reading a book about trees and their energies. Since I have been working from home and going for walks in the woods behind the house, I have reacquainted myself with trees. And, after our adventures making maple syrup, I have been even more intrigued by them.
Since reading the book, I tend to look more at individual trees, instead of as part of the woods. I have been trying to write a children's book about trees and was looking for descriptions of how different species "behave" so as not to write impossible stuff...
This book deals with trees in relation to humans - how we can benefit from their presence and what they can teach us. The author uses tree essences in therapies to help people. He takes 9 types of trees and assigns them characteristics that can help heal us at different stages during the resolution of a problem. He also suggests exercises to feel their vibrations and so on. Pretty New Agey stuff. I haven't tried any of the exercises yet but I will - and will keep you posted on all the wonderful things I learn about myself ; )
Actually, walking in and around trees has proven to have mesurable health benefits. It's just that the writing in that book put me off... the pictures in the book are quite beautiful though so all in all, it was a pleasant read.