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Victory Gardens

Victory gardens of the past are the incentive of community gardens today, during the first and second world wars, vegetables and fruits were scare so communities got together and grew what was needed and happily traded, people living in the city were persuaded. Tomatoes, carrots, lettuce beets and peas, planted by families to prevent food shortages, a way to make sure there was enough food for the soldiers fighting around the world, the idea spread to Australia, Canada, England and other countries where needed the most, a way to be part of the cause and help upmost. Public lands and private yards had gardens, all for helping the world-wide cause for food, soils were tilled and seeds were planted, ending upon the tables for consumption, transportation was not needed only hands to carry the food to homes or short distances, communities helping as coexistences. Today the need for victory gardens is important, a practical way to fill up empty urban lots, people learn to grow their own food by saving money and encouraging children a new skill, an opportunity for families' well-being, and learning the gift of sharing for everyone, being grateful when the earthly project is done. June 8, 2020

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Date: 6/18/2020 5:34:00 PM
Sonia, congratulations on your win in my garden contest _Constance
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Sonia Walker
Date: 6/18/2020 5:45:00 PM
Constance, thank you for the placement of my poem, "Victory Gardens." I appreciate the opportunity you provided. ~ Sonia
Date: 6/13/2020 7:03:00 PM
This is such a thought provoking gem Sonia! Wish the world thinks more like you do. Gracious intentions are what we need right now. Congratulations on your win. Much love :)
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Sonia Walker
Date: 6/13/2020 9:30:00 PM
Aditi, thank you so much for your sincere comment and congratulations. Hugs, Sonia.

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