How exciting!!! I just received word that we scored prime space at a local community garden. I am thrilled to learn the ropes and get busy growing my first edible garden. I will take great pride in being able to say, “I grew it myself!” I am already daydreaming about my first meal. Hmmm, who to invite??

Did you know the National Gardening Association expects 43 million American households to grow their own fruits, vegetables, herbs and berries this year. That’s up 19 percent over last year, according to a 2,559-household survey. Mike Metallo, spokesman for the National Gardening Association, says a $70 investment in a garden will yield $600 in produce for the year. That is a pretty awesome savings!! I would think this is truer for someone who really knows what he or she is doing. My team and I will be learning as we go. I am confident we will turn something out that can be shared by all. It will be two very dear friends, my hubby and I sharing the responsibilities.

My goal to grow an edible garden is to teach myself a life skill that I really should know. You never know when it might come in handy! I think community gardens can strengthen bonds and create recreational and therapeutic opportunities for us, and hopefully provide some really great food to be shared with family and friends.

So welcome to my edible garden journey! I look forward to sharing my knowledge and growth with you all. Oh, and recipes too!!

Thank you Harold, Mary, Jodi & Jeremiah for making this happen!!