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One hedge, two families, 50 years of friendship
In a world of walls, fences and increasing division, a simple hedge has helped to join people.
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We live in disturbing times consumed by walls - both literal and metaphorical, says the writer.
PHOTO ILLUSTRATION: PIXABAY
The most meaningful things can appear the most unremarkable. This one is roughly 50m long, nearly 2m high, over 1m thick and requires a trim. Chameleons live in its uneven spaces and tiny birds wander in it. The sun darts through it and so does the sound of laughter.
This thing is a hedge.
