989-character version (out of 1000 character limit): U of Rochester
Although most of us neglect to notice a single tree when we visit the woods, content only to enjoy the panoramic view, I pondered about the existence of a single tree...

266-word version: U of Virginia
Although most of us neglect to notice a single tree when we visit the woods, content only to enjoy the panoramic view, I pondered about the existence of a single tree. As the proverb “united we stand, divided we fall” insinuates, it also applies to arboreal existence...

273-word version: Bates & Lehigh
Although most of us neglect to notice a single tree when we visit the woods, content only to enjoy the panoramic view, I pondered about the existence of a single tree. As the proverb “united we stand, divided we fall” insinuates, it also applies to arboreal existence. It is almost impossible for a tree to exist by itself...