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The Ancient

The Ancient

This ancient native mamane tree, bent and twisted by untold years of harsh winds, bright, sparkling sunshine, freezing nights and winter snowstorms, has borne w...
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This ancient native mamane tree, bent and twisted by untold years of harsh winds, bright, sparkling sunshine, freezing nights and winter snowstorms, has borne witness to countless natural events. On this cold night, the mamane seems to dance under the diamond sparkle of countless stars, while at its feet, golden grasses ripple in the wind blowing down from the summit of Mauna Kea.
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Jan, 2019

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