Currently, I have been working at an unexpected
establishment. Fortunately, it has opened up a whole new way of seeing society.
In short, I really enjoy working at Tolmachoff Farms and I happily support the
company’s cause. The people who manage it are outstanding to not only their
customers, but also the people who volunteer their time there as well.
Additionally, the employees are marvelous and the positive environment is a refreshing
contribute too. Most important is the valuably to our community that is within
my position.
I am a “field trip” farmer at Tolmachoff Farms. While on the
clock, my duties allow me to share a glimpse of the tremendous amount of work
load endured by all our local farmers. The best part is that I have the privilege
to actively engage children (most of Maricopa County) in such activity. Like, walking
out to an ongoing stretch of field, underneath the flaming hot sun, to hand
pick fresh beautiful cucumbers, zucchini, swiss chard spin age, and radishes.
Then, making way to the corn crops to learn how an entire stock (from root to tassel)
is used to make everyday products (glue, soap, tires).
It is surprising how excited everyone reacts to the notice
of a lady bug running along a turnip leaf. Even more mind blowing is, how many
of the students have no idea what a farm is or their purposes. In fact, to me
that is a “big red flag” stating to the public that farming has been pushed so
far back, that educators are able to utilize such establishments as museums.
Eventually, they may only be heard of through history books.
What could that be implying about society’s
future?
It appears that the way people are taught to rise their
children is so very limited. Even worse, is that the younger generations are an
era of boredom, lethargic actives, and complete obsession with the quickly
advancing world of technology. This is the reason that “family time” has been significantly
reduced in most households. After while I believe, parents do not intend to lose
their family activity hours with their children; Instead, they experience a “burn
out”, or they give up. This can be seen when parents become unable to generate
fresh ideas for initiating family involvement. Not to mention it becomes more
of a hassle, as the year in age rises, since teenagers tend to resists such occasions
due to social conflicts. Inevitably, family distance for one another. Often people
do not realize, that by going back to a more “simple” (actually harder working)
way of life, they can experience family fun as it should be.
NOT THIS HOLIDAY SEASON!
(So, I am obviously doing a bit of blog marketing in order to voice the importance link to supporting our local farmer’s markets!)
From now through November, Tolmachoff Farms can designate
that long-over-due family event! Open tonight for Halloween at noon until
eleven! Below I have provided a glimpse into “The Field of Screams” [video below (for older audiences)].
Be sure to check it out this weekend. As well as, tonight for the Halloween hunted
corn maze. Opens at seven until closing (pm).
