It has been a pleasure working with you too. As an fyi...I have requested to extend the contest by three days. I'm guessing you will be notified with that happens.
So, here's the deal. At first, when I started down this logo road, the idea I had in my head was very similar to what you produced. That's why you were ranked so highly toward the beginning and middle of the contest. However, what happened, is I started shifting my thinking to wanting a logo that was stronger and more simple. Yours are simple (In a GOOD way), airy, and light. Now, I'm leaning more toward bold...with the thought that it will be remembered more easily. Honestly, that's why I like so many entries by Eternal Light (I'm guessing you can see his/hers). I like them more than my #1 pick, but I have a few very close friends in marketing that are steering me to my top pick...for now.
I'm not sure why I'm telling you all of this. Basically, I want you to understand why I took a 180. I like your work very much, and when the contest continues, I'd love to see more of your ideas. However, I understand if you're not up for heading back to the drawing board.
i still think a strong, abstract tree with branches on the left and leaves on the right would be awesome. And if someone could figure out how to work in a unique TL that fits with the feel I'm looking for, more power to them...I'm not sure how to steer anyone in that direction.
Again, thank you for your continued work, effort, and patience.