it's been awhile.

 

Much has changed, much has changed for everyone.  We moved, a house was bought, our jobs evolved or fell by the wayside.    COVID crept in, Aotearoa went into lockdown for 48 days.  My home country didn't take such decisive action and is still suffering for it.

I spent a lot of time thinking about the future we are building.  Examining whether my actions further my values and the world I hope to leave for future generations. 

Ever since I've been brainstorming ways I will foster community, dismantle inequality and the power structures that allow it to thrive, and become more sustainable. Some changes are big, others small.   I believe they all have value.

Though it may seem tiny, one of the largest ways I hope to have an impact is through gardening.  Already most of the produce we consume is grown within a 30 minute drive from our house, but I want to our food to be hyper-local.  

I imagine these positive outcomes from the project:

• Less food miles
• Less packaging
  
• Money saved
  
• Surplus plants, seeds, and food go into the community
• Surplus food can be designated to benefit families who are struggling to put fresh food on the table
• Better health from time spent tending the garden and eating fresh, in-season produce
  

I am so incredibly excited about our new adventure and hope to share more of our journey as the weather warms.

I’m certain I'm not the only one thinking about our post-COVID future, let’s inspire each other.  Share one thing you are changing to create a better world!