Nature’s Bounty
Hello, Weeds & Wildflowers,
Summer is waning. The season of homegrown vegetables ended long ago here in Florida, although some farmers and gardeners are gearing up for fall crops. But, in our northern states, it’s harvest time!
Dan Pfeifer writes abundantly about gardening in upstate New York. I’m grateful that he used his photography skills to provide our September banner, a picture of his luscious tomatoes. Makes you crave a tomato sandwich, doesn’t it? Thank you, Dan!
I don’t grow vegetables. My gardening space is limited and with only Captain Argentina and me to feed, buying local produce is more economical than growing our own. But, I admire those who, like Dan, have gardens that feed their families.
As we say goodbye to summer, let’s be mindful and grateful for what nature provides, whether or not we are the planters and reapers. I am not religious and don’t have a habit of saying grace before meals, but I believe strongly in being grateful for the bounties of nature that we consume. The end of summer is the perfect time to express that gratitude.
I also want to say thank you to everyone who participated in the Road Trip! August prompt. If you haven’t submitted your road trip story yet, it’s never too late. Our prompts have no deadlines.
The September writing prompt is twofold. First, if Dan’s photo inspires you to cook with fresh tomatoes, please share your favorite tomato recipes with us. Perhaps, a salad or marinara sauce or some other tomato creation. How do you like to use fresh tomatoes? Adding photos to your recipe is an excellent way to show how the preparations should progress and how the finished product should look. Grab your pots, pans, salad bowls, and cameras, and impress us with your tomato skills!
For those who aren’t cooks or aren’t fond of tomatoes, the second prompt is nature’s bounty. What does nature’s bounty mean to you? Perhaps, the vegetables on your plate or the flowers in a vase in the center of your table. Perhaps, a park in your town or a favorite lake or river. How do you enjoy nature’s bounty? Stories, poems, photos.
Please use Writing Prompt Response as one of your tags.
As always, I am grateful for each and every one of you and for the wonderful creations that you allow me to host on Weeds & Wildflowers. You helped me create a special and sacred space here and for that, I will always be thankful.
