Happy New Year!

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Originally uploaded by gsb954

As you can see, the tree is really taking on a different look altogether as the New Year approaches. Ready for a long, snowy winter.

Early snow

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Originally uploaded by gsb954

I snapped this picture today in the cold morning air. You can really see the branches beneath the leaves. Still holding on, but settled in for a long winter.

Another Snow

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Originally uploaded by gsb954

As the days move on, you can see the tree getting ready for winter. The sky is gray, possibility of more snow tonight.

Winter has begun...

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Originally uploaded by gsb954

I have been out of the country, and I returned to shorter and colder days. It has been hard to get pictures recently because by the time I go out it has been too dark. I did get home early from work today, so I was able to snap a few pictures. You can see that leaves are starting to drop and the branches are beginning to show through. The cycle continues...

Beautiful November day, great angle

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Originally uploaded by gsb954

Here is a great angle taken today with the gorgeous sky. The tree is still looking good but I expect it to start losing leaves pretty soon. You can see from this angle that it is cut away from the house, with the trunk off to the right side just a bit.

Howard St. Willow 10/30

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Originally uploaded by gsbogage

I snapped a good shot at this angle today. It is better because there are no wires in the shot, but you see a few gaps that don't show in other pictures. Almost every time I walk by this tree on the bike path behind Davis Sq, someone is looking at it and remarking on it. For some reason, it just stops people in their tracks.

October 28th

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Originally uploaded by gsbogage

Today was really beautiful, so I wanted to try to get a nice picture of the tree. I can't quite get an angle without any of the wires, but will keep trying.

Wellesley Clock Tower

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Originally uploaded by gsbogage

OK, so this tree is not in Somerville. I was in Wellesley and saw this beautiful tree, so I snapped a photo. Comment if you know anything about this tree, and as always keep sharing favorite trees!

Howard St. Willow 10/6

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Originally uploaded by gsbogage

I am going to try to take pictures of this tree a few times a week or so if I can. That way you can see it change throughout the winter months. It might be difficult since it gets dark early, but I'll do my best. Please comment if you have seen this tree or have other trees that stop you in your tracks in Somerville.

Howard St. Willow near Davis Square

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Originally uploaded by gsbogage

This tree has inspired me to start up this blog. If you take the bike path out of Davis Square towards Mass Ave, you will see this tree on your right side as you walk along. It is a beautiful and proud tree, and I plan on taking pictures of it throughout the year and posting them here. I also welcome leads on other magnificent trees in the Somerville area, especially if you can get a good view of them.

Post and comment on your favorite trees

Since I moved to Somerville, I have been struck by some of the amazing and old trees that I encounter around town. If I can get a pretty clear view, I will take pictures of some of these proud trees and post them here. Feel free to comment and leave your own thoughts and inspirations. Also, if you have other trees that you love in Somerville let me know. Thanks!