CSA Week 1
Community-sponsored agriculture seems like a solid next step in our evolution. While the individuals who inhabit our home are all at different stages of personal and global awareness, we the parents have tried to encourage our kids to think before they consume. I imagine every family takes the easy steps first, as we’ve done. The clothesline, compost pile, and compact fluorescent bulbs have been around our house for years. Recycling paper, plastic, and glass has always been part of our routine. More recently, we’ve installed a low-flow showerhead and non-PVC liner, eliminated all plastic water bottles (disposable and reusable), and replaced our cleaning products with safer ones. I want us to keep moving forward, no matter how small the steps.
So, subscribing to purchase produce from a local organic farm this season seemed like a good way to keep the momentum going. As the Mom/Head Chef, I’ve put the carnivores and fast-food lovers in the house on notice: “Lucky you! This summer, you will be provided the opportunity to consume more real food grown by almost-neighbors. Your body and the local economy and Earth will all benefit! Feel free to help with the preparation of the beautiful fruits and vegetables at any time.”
–Maria Brandis
Maria Brandis teaches English in middle school and is always looking for a new food adventure.