"it was an article in itself. If I could figure the best way to do it, I'd get it published some way for her."
Yep, I felt like I was reading an article, too. A very first-hand account on a wonderful topic. And it is right in there keeping with ATP topics. Heck, just think...
... "Trees are perennials. Trees offer fruit. Some trees could be considered vegetables. More importantly, trees offer themselves as the most important vertebrae in the backbone of cultures and they have done so for thousands of years...."
And then you use your magic, Sharon, to introduce the perspective of Vic and the wisdom and craft of Hankster, and of course, the power of trees.
Shoe (always causing trouble, eh?) :>)