Originally on the path to becoming a British sprinter, the author’s varied career has included encounters with fascinating people, diverse places, and unique roles. Notably, during the Covid-19 pandemic, he served with the UK Emergency Services as an ambulance crew member. This experience inspired the development of the ‘ribbon tree,’ a symbol of hope for patients and their families. The tree, which he often passed, was bare of leaves but adorned with brightly colored ribbons tied to its branches.
In the heart of a lost valley stands a gnarled, ancient tree that has never bloomed. Legend has it that tying a ribbon to its branches grants your deepest desires. From the darkest corners of despair to the brightest dreams of hope, generations of souls are drawn to The Ribbon Tree, seeking solace a...