I first learned about the Arb as a child visiting the science museum. They have a big map of Boston on the wall and a push-button board where you can light up the landmarks. I was really fascinated by the one that was really far away from all the others, so I asked what it was and was told it was a special garden for trees. I was so intrigued. I finally went there for my 18th birthday — I had a picnic with my partner and it was truly amazing. Since then I have always loved visiting, and I treasured the Arb when I lived within easy walking distance. My partner and I called it ‘the demesne’, implying that it was our ‘estate’ and we walked there often after dinner. I miss it very much now that I have moved overseas.