The true meaning of life is to plant trees, under whose shade you do not expect to sit. —Nelson Henderson
“The true meaning of life is to plant trees, under whose shade you do not expect to sit.”

Nelson Henderson

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David Marcus Strawn from Jacksonville,Illinois  APRIL 18, 2023
Perfect on the farm
Benjusutuima from Florida MAY 25, 2020
Good example
Bina from Seff MAY 19, 2020
Understanding that you are just a bunch of atoms travelling through space, assembling and disassembling.
Bev Milne from Lalor Park, NSW, Australia JULY 29, 2019
I'd heard this vaguely, so googled it. I have just helped our school of a little less that 150 children take part in Tree Day. Tomorrow I am going to ask my class what they think this means and ask other teachers t do the same. I'm hoping for some thoughtful conversations.
Anonymous MAY 10, 2019
It's called leaving a legacy of unselfishness, where others will benefit from what you have left behind.
Clara miller from Florida MAY 28, 2018
So very true.....always thinking of the next generation.
Pamela from Pennsylvania DECEMBER 21, 2016
Perfect example of life!!!
craig from texas NOVEMBER 27, 2016
Well said my friend, well said
Amy Elizabeth from Texas NOVEMBER 24, 2016
I love this quote!

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