Life on the Limb

Two mushrooms stand tall on a dead tree limb, growing from what the forest has already let go of. The wood is still, weathered, and lifeless, but the mushrooms rise anyway, turning decay into something new. Nature doesn’t draw hard lines between ending and beginning. It reuses, rebuilds, and keeps moving forward. This image captures that quiet process, life continuing in the most unexpected places. Perfect for anyone drawn to forest details, resilience, and photographs that reflect growth without needing perfection.