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| Veggies at the 2010 West Show Jersey (byMan Vyi) |
It takes a lot of energy to create a community garden. Not
the “Oh, gosh, the power bill is sky high!” energy, but the physical type.
Weeding, planting, watering, harvesting, and sharing. Learning is another part of the event. What
plants thrive in a certain area and when should seeds be planted? Can I
transplant a certain fruit tree from one area to another?
I saw a video on FB today that made me smile from ear to
ear. It’s about an Ag (agriculture) instructor and students at Sylmar High
School, located in Southern California’s Los Angeles County. Students pitch in
to grow vegetables and fruit trees to share with their neighbors. Organic
vegetables are donated not only to feed the hungry, but to show others that food
is accessible to anyone willing to grow it.
A friend once told me that he was proud to have fulfilled
the purpose of his life by teaching his children how to survive well, including
growing their own food. Years later, his kids now teach their kids the same
skills.
Do you want a break from the dismal highlights of today’s
news? Treat yourself to the seldom recognized effort of
teachers and students to make a positive difference in today’s world.
Everyone in the south learns about gardening and hunting, too. It's a nice feeling to know that everything on your plate was provided through your own effort.
ReplyDeleteI don't know of any towns around here that have a community garden. I like the idea of it, though.
ReplyDeleteCommunity gardens are such a nice thing. I love seeing them in areas around me.
ReplyDeleteI love this idea! Wish we had one here. This would be pretty awesome! I would love to see about doing this here!
ReplyDeleteThose vegetables look amazing. I wish I had that idea as well.
ReplyDeleteWe have some community gardens in our area, but they are a little different. Each person has their own section of garden for their own use, but there is shared watering equipment, etc.
ReplyDeleteWe certainly need some positive news! God knows this country is self destructing
ReplyDeleteThat's wonderful! I would love to be able to support students who are working towards improving their communities and the world.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a wonderful post. I am a huge advocate for gardening. I would love to see more community gardens. Education is also key. A lot of people don't realize they can buy a $1 packet of seeds and grow their own food right in their backyard.
ReplyDeleteDon't you just love when things come full circle like that? Your happy brought a smile to my face too. :)
ReplyDeleteI love your quote that food is accessible to anyone willing to grow it! That is powerful and I do aspire to grow my own garden one day when I have my own place!
ReplyDeleteCommunity gardens are really cool. We have one in our neighbourhood and its such a great idea.
ReplyDeleteI wish we had a community garden! How fun is that!
ReplyDeleteI love that they are sharing with the community and teaching the next generations to do the same. My little garden and chickens are hard work. I couldn't imagine a community garden. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI love the idea of having a community garden. Young and old have the opportunity to share and develop a wonderful experience.
ReplyDeleteA community garden seems like such a wonderful thing. I love hearing about the positive things teachers are doing.
ReplyDeleteMy kids are enjoying growing a tomato plant. I never thought about how much they would enjoy it.
ReplyDeleteI love the idea of a community garden. I wish I had a green thumb to be able to help out
ReplyDeleteI love that we have three community gardens in my town. It's really nice for those who love in condos or having very little space to plant.
ReplyDeleteI should find a community garden. I have the space in my own yard but find my time to spread so thing to maintan such a big space
ReplyDeleteWe are determined to teach our kids to grow/raise their own food. We already have our own garden and we are trying to buy a house that's zones to allow for chickens and maybe a cow! I am SO exited!
ReplyDeleteWe too have a community garden in our town and there is a sign "Plots Available" but unfortunately, it is located next to the cemetery! LOL
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