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"I delivered the produce to CAC in Lakeville. When I arrived, there was a
family receiving assistance and they were very excited to have fresh
produce. A teenage girl laughed her head off when she saw some of the
cucumbers (which were about 20 inches long). It was more fun than I have had
in a very long time!" Cyndi, garden volunteer
"Today I dropped another batch of vegetables at the Lakeville CAC building.
Just after I handed the produce over to be brought down to the food shelf
area, a woman, accompanied by three little children, asked me excitedly,
"Were those fresh radishes?" I told her they were and she expressed regret
that because she had already received her food, she was unable to have fresh
radishes. I offered to try to get some back for her and she declined, saying
"That's okay, but thanks. It's just so rare that we get fresh vegetables
now." Hearing this, someone at CAC did go down and get her green beans,
radishes and a green pepper from our batch. She was so grateful and pleased
that she and her kids may come help at the Project FoodPatch garden and take
some produce home with them."
Shari, Project FoodPatch Garden Coordinator
"We brought the first pint of raspberries and the first bunches of radishes
to CAC today and can see much more to come. We were able to give that
produce directly to a person in need who declared them a "real treat" for
her and in her gratitude insisted on reciprocating by giving a pair of used
flip flops she had in her bag to our little Henry. It was a heartwarming and
dignified exchange." Liz, garden volunteer
"I would like to share a little about an amazing person and skilled
professional I met today... One of our volunteers, Wendy, contacted Paul
Danner, a connection through her kids' school, and asked if he would
consider helping out with our water issue at the garden.
Paul Danner contacted me the next day and we met at the garden so he could
evaluate the problem. The plumbing issue is huge and probably insurmountable
at this time but Paul investigated, replaced the outside house connection
(after being saturated by water springing from existing leaks) and donated
over 500 feet of house which he hooked up to the house and nozzled at a
connecting point so that we can reach and water both gardens. He gave us not
only his day and skill but also donated a lot of hose (we all know how
expensive that is) and nozzles, and a new spiggot and nozzle.
Paul's attitude from beginning to end was "we can work this out." His
assesment skill and willingness to get some very "messy" things done as well
as his kindness and generosity are truly amazing. If any of you, or someone
you know, needs a plumber now or in the future, please pass Paul's name and
information along. I know we will be keeping it in a handy place for future
use. Even on short acquaintance I can testify to his integrity, skill and
professionalism. Paul did not ask for this recommendation but I am delighted
to pass his information along to all of you. Paul Danner, Danner Plumbing
and Restoration, 651-263-3623." anonymous garden volunteer
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