"He who is aching in every limb, worn out by the effort of a day of work - that is, a day when he has been subject to matter - bears the reality of the universe in his flesh like a thorn. The difficulty for him is to look and to love. If he succeeds, he loves the Real." -Simone Weil
The above quote came across our facebook page from Polyface Farm's Blog, THE HEN HOUSE. Polyface is home of the ever present and well spoken advocate for local food, Joel Salatin. You may remember him from Food, Inc. and other assorted documentaries.
As of late, the "aching in every limb, worn out by the effort of a day of work" is very true and AS we fight the tiredness we reflect on why we do what we do. Simone Weil sums it up completely -"If he succeeds, he loves the Real."
When we succeed our tenacity and ability to work with the natural elements has allowed us to grow along with our veg! We have been able to find the place between worry and joy that brings peace of mind. Anyone who relies on the earth, the sky and the elements she creates, to make a living, finds a gentle space in their inner being to patiently wait for the ripening of the harvest!
We hope your inner being finds a gentle space too.
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