Value is not made of money, but a tender balance of expectation and longing.
Barbara Kingsolver
42 Days Of Yes!
Day 39: Visit The Farmers’ Market
On Day 39, my daughter and I visited our local farmers’ market. From the beautiful locally-grown produce to the heavenly-smelling baked goods to the live music, the experience made for a wonderful Saturday morning!
As a small business owner myself, I buy local whenever possible. I find this especially rewarding when it’s food: I grew up on a farm and love the philosophy of shaking the hand of the farmer that feeds you. The farmers’ market brings the community together – mind, body, and spirit – in a way few other events can.
As much as I enjoyed the market, the best part of this YES was spending time with my lovely daughter! Time passes so quickly; it seems like I’ve blinked and she’s grown from a curious toddler to an amazing and inspiring young woman. I treated her to a gigantic zucchini, from which she has created several meals and snacks. Amazing how far $1.50 can go with the right purchase. 🙂
By the way, the quote above comes from Barbara Kingsolver’s outstanding book, Animal, Vegetable, Miracle. If you’re looking for a unique memoir of one family’s experience of “living locally” for a year, you’ll find this book both informative and inspiring.
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Dr. Christi Hegstad helps you successfully do what you love! As a Certified Executive and Leadership Coach and the President of MAP Professional Development Inc., she coaches executives and leaders who need to get unstuck – whether in your leadership ability, income level, or from spinning your wheels in the day-to-day. Christi helps you flourish towards your purposeful vision with clarity, confidence, and meaningful action.
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