So this tree will soon be gone after 60 years, hopefully leaving behind plenty of seeds? Is sad in a way, but a striking example of the circle of life, too. How amazing to be privileged to witness this event. Good to see it's replacement is well under way.

Another beautiful example of the life cycle is that bottom left photo of the pink lotus flower, where we still see the flower as it approaches its conclusion, but also that lovely seed pod forming.