There’s something sweet about our local year-round farmers market held in the heart of Santa Cruz, Ca. Theres nothing I love more than to hand choose freshly harvested fruits and vegetables strait from the farmer’s weekly harvest.

The people interlaced within our weekly Wednesday market are a part of something greater than just shopping for groceries. These people are supporting small businesses and choosing to eat the season’s offerings.

Despite the hustle and bustle feeling characteristic of the twenty-first century, the smiles, conversations, and the act of mindfully choosing produce perfectly capture a feeling of calmness and gratitude.

I gather the day’s treasures in reusable cloth bags, pack up, and head home to make a delicious salad from today’s picks.

With every bite, my husband and I internally thank the farmers for giving us the nutrition they grew for us from seed.

Thank you to all the organic family farmers out there who put the care and love into their harvest.

I can’t wait until next week’s market.