I have this crazy love of growing as much of my own food as possible. There are many reasons for this love.

One is the soil. When I pick up a handful of dirt, I feel its texture, smell its freshness, and see its color. Somehow, I can tell how happy it is and what it wants to grow for me.

Am I at the crazy part yet.

Food that has grown in living soil; soil rich with micro-nutrients and free of yucky chemicals is full of yummy nutrients that keep me healthy.

And the taste is so much better.

As I end my day, I’m thankful for all the food I grew to feed myself all year. I’m thankful I’m fortunate enough to have extra to share.

Day 10 of Ellie Jacobson’s challenge about being thankful at the end of our day.