Posted on July 10, 2009 by Tonia Bendickson
Thanks to our friends, Tanya and Jason – we’ve had a beautiful bounty of fresh produce right in our backyard this year.
I love being able to pop outside my door to pluck a few fresh basil leaves, a fresh tomato or cucumber for dinner. Making efforts to eat food grown locally makes you a “locavore.” [...]
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Posted on March 21, 2009 by Tonia Bendickson
Michelle Obama today broke ground on the new White House vegetable garden. It’s the first one since World War II.
With obesity and diabetes in this nation becoming epidemic, Mrs. Obama’s new organic garden sends a powerful message about eating healthier and more delicious food grown locally.
Read more here from the New York Times.
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