Warmer weather continues to be kind to us, extending our growing season, and making it pleasant to be outdoors. We've transplanted starters from the greenhouse into freed up raised beds. This year our broccoli, cabbage, and Brussels have survived typical pests, thanks to the expertise Horticultural Assistant. We have worked on saving seeds from some of our favorite flowers this year, cosmos, zinnias, and strawflower. Click here to watch a video posted on our Instagram and learn how to do this at home! Indoors trainees have been focused on getting ready for the Christmas market. We've dried lots of peppers that have been used in salt blends and packaged for purchase to be put into soups or baked goods. We were excited to put together a new item for the Market this year, Onion Soup & Onion Dip Mix using ingredients we grew. We also bottled new all natural cleaners in two scents, Lavender Lemon Balm and a 4 Thieves Blend that were infused with fresh herbs also from the garden. For the weeks leading up until our Holiday Market, we'll be giving our followers on social media a sneak peek at some of the products that will be available for purchase. Follow along by visiting our Instagram or Facebook!
Lastly, as we find ourselves in a season of reflecting on gratitude we'd like to tell you how grateful we are for you. Our staff is grateful to be able to be a part of the Center and do the work we do, both in Residential and Vocational Programs. We are grateful for the support of the families, friends, financial supporters, and volunteers that make the Center such a special place for people to heal, grow, and thrive. We find this quote by Julie Parker very fitting:
"Plant seeds of gratitude. Cultivate a garden of love. Nourish with sprinklings of grace."
If you or someone you know are looking for simple ways to support the Vocational Program, we have put together an Amazon wish list for items we use and/or need in our day to day programming. It can be found here. We appreciate you!
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