The event of going out into your own garden and gathering vegetables you've grown yourself, is nothing short of magical. And the value of our children being a part of this process, well, I believe it is huge. I think there is a very healthy sort of logic in being this close to it, I think it's good for both body and soul. I hope it will teach our kids respect for nature, and that they will have a love for the cycle of soil, sun, water, seed & food, which they will keep in their hearts throughout life.
And ideology aside; the taste of homegrown veg is AMAZING. It's so crunchy, so fresh.
The best of it all is that it's easy, I actually think anyone can do it. You don't need a farm, all you need is an outside area with a fair amount of sun, or even a sunny spot in a window. There's loads of vegetables you can plant in pots with great success!
Today, we picked some radishes, baby salad leaves, and ruccola.
The luxury of home made was topped with a slice of my own baked bread (not flat!), with my own made hummus, tomatoes (shop bought, but ours are coming!), home grown ruccola & basil, salt & pepper. Yummy.
Wishing you all a lovely weekend!