Lots of you already know about this, but here are some links in case you hadn’t heard!
Last week the NYTimes wrote about the plan for the garden.
Starting a few months ago, though, a group called the White House Organic Farm project (WHOFarm) started petitioning the White House to plan to plant a garden this year. They are thrilled, as you can imagine! If you look on their website, you can find lots of articles and videos.
My perennials have started to bloom — I’ve got daffodils and hyacinths in my tiny front yard. But I’m looking forward to planting herbs and tomatoes — and getting to know some of my neighbors who are doing the same thing.
I did hear something about first lady Michelle Obama, getting involved with creating a white house garden, in which they will be growing foods. I think this is an excellent follow-up to show that this presidency is indeed an agent of real “change” and they practice what they preach.
I love the fact that the first family actually LISTENS to the people and try to make their stay at the White House more involved with the public. It’s definitely great that they stand by eating locally and want to start a garden. I agree with Alicia… “they practice what they preach”!
Not to many’s surprise, this first family at the White House has been bringing more change than ever before. Giving great attention to the smallest of things to bring pleasure. Hearing about Michelle Obama planning on creating a white house garden was showing that they do follow what they believe in.
It seems that there is an increasing need to raise public awareness on the benefits of supporting locally grown food. Not only is it healthier, it tastes better, but is also good for the environment. I am glad to know that the new administration has taken an interest in this matter because it may get people to listen and follow their example.