Recession Garden

I think nothing taste better than biting into a fresh, juicy, sun warmed ,tomato picked right off of the vine. The juice and seeds run down my chin and I do a little dance maneuver to avoid having it all pool onto the front of my shirt. It tastes even better when the vine is in my own yard.
One of my favorite things (gardening) has become a necessity for many as a direct result of our current economy. The term “recession garden” has sprouted and is growing across the US. People are planting gardens in pots on balconies, amongst their flower beds, and along their fences. Even those with very limited space have vegetables growing upside down from pots hanging on hooks.
Lines to buy dirt, seeds, and seedlings are long and optimism is high as people plant vegetable and fruit gardens wherever possible. Many are planting gardens for the very first time. No, you do not need to have a green thumb to plant a garden. Mine is partially green and partially brown. But, what you do need is a little bit of money, plenty of patience, good soil, sunlight and water.
Growing organic is easy when it’s your own garden, and no need to worry about salmonella when you’re the one who planted the seeds. It is hard work and can bring on back aches and blisters. But, the end result is both frugal and delicious.
I encourage you to dig in, get dirt under your nails, and share your harvest this season.

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Current Economy

There are a great many challenges facing people during the current recession. Large established businesses are forced to cut back and lay off. Small business owners are shutting their doors and many of us are finding ourselves without employment for the first time after many years. The straining economy is forcing us to find creative new ways to make money, and more and more adults are changing career paths or attending school.

For those of you not effected by the current shift in the economy.

Please reach out to those you can help.

Make frequent purchases from small businesses whenever possible.

Buy handmade items instead of mass produced items from overseas.

Find a way to bring joy to someone who is feeling lost

Donate to your local food bank.

Hire new employees or provide job sharing programs if your business is still thriving.

All of us must look inward and upward for strength and patience. Possibilities are all around us. Try and stay positive. New challenges provide us with new opportunities.

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