Tall trees

AVENUE OF THE GIANTS

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May 11th 2011
The Avenue of The Giants...and they weren't kidding!! Words can not describe this experience...so enjoy the pics..... Ok, I can't help myself...it was amazing! These trees make a person feel like a speck of dust in a sandstorm! It was an experience I will never forget, the forest air was slightly sweet and earthy, here and there a ray of sunlight pierced through the heavy canopy and lit ... read more

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more