A deer has just arrived at the edge of a pond to drink water. A father is taking pictures of his family, lying on his belly over a rock. People are talking and walking. Children are smiling. The pond quietly mirrors the peaceful scene. Over them, soaring up to the sky is a dawn redwood, turning reddish-brown and watching people. It looks like a natural Christmas tree.
When I encountered the tranquil and soothing scene, I could not help murmuring,
" Merry Christmas !."


