I am so excited I just can't stand it.

After thinking and thinking about this tree - and looking at it carefully..........and "listening"............................

I made the decision to NOT remove this tree. I just talked to the Tree Surgeon and next week he will severely trim the tree back and treat it.

Then he will return in November to take a look at it and treat it again.

He said it may be several years before I see good solid growth - but we could be surprised.

The tree does not seem to have suffered any shock and the remaining branches and leaves look very healthy.

A huge thank you to all of you who expressed concern and advice. You cannot believe how making this decision has lifted my spirits.

♥♥♥ from my tree and me!