This isn't going to be a huge rant against Monsanto or Dupont, although there may be one growing in me. I will not get on my soap box to protest the amount of carcinogens that our bodies are subjected to every day with our food, perfumes, soaps, etc... If you would like to make up your own mind concerning these issues I encourage you to read up on the subjects. Two books that I find interesting are:
Animal Vegetable Miracle and Homegrown and Handmade.
I will admit that words like "sustainable", "locavore", and "homesteading" are still quite foreign to me. But I get it. I've had an "Ah ha" moment. I believe the world is a changin, and it is my duty to my children (adult and dependent) to open their minds and teach them to the best of my abilities. And so, Garden Project 2012 begins.
Yesterday was a typical early March Sunday in Michigan. Cold, gray, and wet. Not much to do, and Faith was bouncing off the walls. Although one of my main goals with a garden is to plant it from heirloom seeds rather than genetically altered seeds, we were bored and needed a project. So, we went to the store and bought what was available. Now, this is the perfect way to lift the spirits on a cold March day!
First, we eagerly picked out the veggie and flower seeds as we imagined them
growing this summer in our garden...
Next, we prepared our planting surface and accepted the extra help from our
"volunteers" Oscar and Minnie...
Finally, let the planting begin...
Now, the wait begins.
Soon we will see those little seedlings sprouting out of the dirt.
Stay tuned for Part 2. I know we have a lot to learn. But, that's what it's all about...right? :)
No comments:
Post a Comment