Our collective farming unit has begun, in ernest, our weekly planned work parties. The Potter St. location launched the beginning of the farming season projects with a task list including:
+ Prune: Pear trees, Apple tree, Tamarisk tree
+ Prune: Ornamentals; Forsythia, Roses, Clematis, Fennel, Thornless Blackberry
+ Seed out Arugula, Spinach, Hardy Salad Greens
The weather was beautifully mild for mid winter, so we were able to spend most of the day outside learning about the various pruning techniques from Lauren. I came to realize a deep internal satisfaction with control and organization as i snipped away at the overgrown branches, limbs, and vines. Essentially that is what pruning symbolizes, the imposition of human control over seemingly chaotic, organic and feral organisms. This self realization made me want to get more in touch with my Wild Woman side, embrace more chaos.
If this inaugural work party is any indication as to how the rest of the farming season will transpire, 2014 should be a phenomenal year. The day was spent outdoors, conquering meaningful tasks, hanging out with friends, and of course we ended with a delicious meal shared together.
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