Apologies for not writing in a while. I haven't had much time lately to sit down and post pics and write recpies. I have still tried my best to maintain the localvore lifestyle. I must admit that I have changed and have become more flexible with my food choices. I think deciding to become a localvore in October, at the end of the season was very difficult. I have to say though that I am impressed with myself and my husband who most of the time although sometimes unwillingly went along with it. I haven't changed the way I eat so much since I became a vegetarian 15 years ago.
I started my garden in March and it has turned out wonderfully! I got my seeds from the Southern Exposure Seed Exchange which is a wonderful company. I grew peas, green beans, carrots, squash, zucchini, brocoli, lettuce, bell peppers, jalapeno peppers, tomatillos, 4 different kinds of tomatoes, and pie pumpkins. I will post a pic soon!
When our first seasonal farmers market opened the first week in May was a wonderful thing. I was so excited about the strawberries! I had been eating mostly apples for the last 6 months! Asparagus and peas too! I really didn't know what to do with myself! It was also nice going and seeing the same vendors that were there last year and having them remember us. There is something to be said for that. :)
I have also made it a point to visit farmers markets to wherever I am traveling. Three weekends ago I took a business trip to Charlottesville, VA and I was able to go to the Saturday farmers market there which was wonderful. It is pretty large and they have a variety of vendors. Charlottesville also has a wonderful "live local" movement. Many of their restaurants and stores are big supporters of that which is always nice to see.
I will try to keep this updated more often! Hope you are having a wonderful summer!
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