“The senses can become tools of choice, defense, and pleasure; they give new ‘sense’ to our actions in the field.” – Carlos Petrini, from his book Slow Food Nation.
Call me a sun-worshipper I have always been fascinated by the photosynthetic intelligence of plants, turning light into life. I wouldn’t have a job if it weren’t for this amazing miracle of nature. Plants capture the energy transmitted by the sun, add water, minerals, and CO2 and – viola, we have the fundamental ingredients to live another day – food and oxygen.
I like the nourishing abundance that comes with long, warm summer days. This morning when I dropped off my daughter, Elisa, for her first day back to school, I noticed a hint of sadness knowing a seasonal transition is just around the corner – shorter days, shifts in weather patterns, the leaves turning colors. I am sure the foggy, overcast, drizzly morning didn’t help. As I head back to the farm I inspect the last planting of a new block of tomatoes and peppers just starting to mature. Secretly I wish for a warm and dry Fall to stretch late into November. I am torn – I know we desperately need the rain.
Don’t Miss it! Last Tomato U-Pick of the season!
Before the change in seasons get’s us by surprise, this Saturday is a great opportunity for all who haven’t yet made it out to the farm to load up on sweet, delicious dry-farmed tomatoes. Just think of the pleasure of opening a jar of tomato sauce when you prepare a meal this upcoming winter season.
Hope to see you all here this Saturday, picking and having fun on the farm.
