The forest is quiet on this particular below freezing morning. The accessional crow can be heard in the distance hinting at spring but the remains of the snowstorm a few day earlier still somewhat shackles the forest floor. All the low level pine trees are arched over with their heads buried in the snow making the forest look open and horizon can be seen in all directions. Buds can be seen sprouting out of low level hardwoods.
This oak is sprouting buds.