Man, what a day! Seriously, I’m still buzzing from it. So, I’m an arborist, right? Just your average tree geek, but today was anything but average. Highworth, UK, you’ve got my heart racing and my blood boiling all at once!
I started my day on Swindon Road. You know, the one that’s always busy with cars zooming past like they’re in a race? I swear, if I had a quid for every time I nearly got run over, I’d be rich! Anyway, I was checking out this massive oak tree. I mean, it was a beast! Gnarled branches, leaves like hands waving at me. I was in my element, feeling all zen and stuff.
Then, bam! Outta nowhere, this kid on a bike zooms past, nearly takes my leg off. I’m like, “Oi! Watch it, mate!” But he just laughs and speeds off. Kids these days, right? No respect for trees or the people who love ‘em.
After that little heart attack, I headed over to the Highworth Cemetery. Yeah, I know, sounds morbid, but hear me out. There’s this ancient yew tree there, and it’s got stories to tell. I was just about to start my inspection when I spotted this old bloke, Mr. Jenkins, who’s like the unofficial historian of Highworth. He’s always got a tale or two about the town.
So, I’m chatting with him, and he’s going on about how Highworth used to be a market town back in the day. I’m thinking, “Wow, this place has seen some stuff!” But then, outta nowhere, he starts ranting about the council’s plans to chop down some trees for a new parking lot. I mean, seriously? Who does that? I was fuming!
I told him, “No way, man! We can’t let that happen!” I was ready to rally the troops, get a petition going. Trees are life! But Mr. Jenkins just chuckled and said, “Good luck with that, lad.” Thanks for the vote of confidence, right?
So, I’m all fired up, and I head over to the Highworth Town Centre. It’s buzzing with people, and I’m thinking, “This is it! Time to spread the word!” I start chatting with folks, trying to get them on board. But most of them are more interested in grabbing a coffee from the café on the corner of The Square. I mean, I get it, caffeine is life, but come on!
Then, I spot this group of teenagers hanging out by the old post office. I thought, “Perfect! They’ll care about the trees!” But nope. They were too busy filming TikToks. I mean, I get it, but really? Trees are cooler than your dance moves!
Just when I thought the day couldn’t get any crazier, I get a call from my mate, Dave. He’s like, “Dude, you won’t believe this! There’s a squirrel in my garden, and it’s acting like a total nutcase!” I’m laughing so hard, I nearly drop my phone. I mean, who knew squirrels could be so entertaining?
By the time I got home, I was exhausted but buzzing. I plopped down on my couch, and all I could think about was that yew tree and how I’m gonna save it. Highworth’s got a charm, you know? The streets, the people, the trees. It’s all connected.
So, yeah, that was my day. Full of ups and downs, but I wouldn’t trade it for anything. Highworth, you’ve got my heart, even if you drive me a bit mad sometimes! Here’s to more adventures, more trees, and hopefully fewer kids on bikes!