Almost everyone who grows things enjoys gardening books no matter how old-fashioned, for over and above the specific information they contain, they provide glimpses into a way of life that is not only gone forever but already in danger of being forgotten.   - Thalassa Cruso

Regular size CSA items: Haas avocado (2), pink grapefruit,  Valencia oranges, bananas,  summer squash or cucumbers or beans or tomatoes,  scallions,  lettuce , salad, sprouts, carrots or bok choi or Swiss chard, eggplant, Italian parsley, shallots, Anaheim peppers and bouquet of flowers. 

 Substitutions may occur.      

Dear Friends,

Never a Labor Day goes by when I don't remember selling vegetables on the streets of San Diego at the farmer's markets on the Saturday before and well intended customers would ask "What are your plans for Labor Day?"  If there ever was a reminder that most people have no idea what it takes to run a farm, that was would be it.  Picnic, manicure, family and friends get together, a little rest?  O what a sense of humor.  My first concern on this day is my long suffering work force..holidays or weather show no mercy. 

So this is a short and sweet note to let you know what will be in your delivery this week.  Kendall and I are headed back out to the gardens to help harvest and hopeful the men can leave a few hours earlier to be with their families.  Kendall and I will pick up the rest of the undone chores and look forward to watching the sun net knowing we'll feed our 'families' well, one more time.

Well, except I have to tell you what was for dinner last night..quick and easy Eggplant Parmegain.  Just about everyone should know how to make this..the main trick is to peel the eggplant, slice into 1/4" slices, dip in beaten egg and then breadcrumbs and

Julie's last blog is very good, highlighting her reluctance to turn on her stove!  Good recipes and suggestions.  If any one needs cooking tips, please remember we now have Julie on board (we're trading deliveries for cooking and recipe support) and she'll be happy to help you.  Her blog is posted on our website or you may reach her and view her recipes here: http://nourishcommunity.com/blog/

Here is a link to see the pictures and to sign up if you'd like notifications of coming events:   http://www.meetup.com/Seabreeze-Organic-Farm-San-Diego-Meetup-Group/.

Please keep your notes and comments coming.  I read them all.

Enjoy in good health. 

Stephenie Caughlin

Seabreeze Organic Farm

Seabreeze Green Store