Every morning, when Maria goes into the barn to feed or check on the White Hen, they talk to one another, which has fascinated me from the beginning of this experience. The White Hen has something to say to Maria, and Maria speaks back. I can’t say I know what either of them is saying, but it feels warm and loving to me, and the White Hen has something to say to her. It might be about food or the moon in the sky. I don’t know. But I love to hear it. Maria posted this wondrous video this morning, I’m happy to share it.
Bedlam Farm Blog Journal by Jon Katz
5 March
Walking To Work, Best Friends Zinnia And Zip
by Jon Katz
Zip often waits for me to come out and walks with me while I take pictures. It was raining hard this morning, and Maria caught this
Photo of these two friends walking to the pasture, Zinnia to eat gross things, Zip to get in every picture. This photo touched me; animals are simple, pure, and much nicer than many humans.
4 March
Flower Art, Tuesday, March 4. Are Flowers Elitism? I Don’t Think So
by Jon Katz
“I don’t believe in elitism. I don’t think the audience is this dumb or lower than me. I am the audience” – Quentin Trantino.
Being slim is the new elitism. Thinness today says that you are more prosperous, smarter and successful than the overweight masses” – David Zinczenko.
I do believe in elitism, and I think it’s at the center of the bitter struggle for the country’s soul. I want to write about it later in the week, perhaps tomorrow. Have a good night, and I’ll see you in the morning. Flowers take no positions.
4 March
Big News For Good: A Special Day For The Cambridge Food Pantry: Sarah Is Asking For Two Of The Healthiest Breakfast Cereals And Food Support For The Dog And Cats. They Need Help Too.
by Jon Katz
It’s a special day for the Cambridge Food Pantry requests for humans and animals. The two healthiest breakfasts requested are Oat Bran and Life cereal (see below).
(Above, three remarkable women unpacking the boxes you and the food bank sent: Lori, Barbara, Maria.)
Thanks for all you do for the Food Pantry. Sarah showed me the shelves filled because of you, which stirred the heart and soul.
Above: Yesterday’s Amazon Delivery. The Army of Good keeps on giving and giving. Thank you so much.
My research shows that oat bran has 50% more fiber than oatmeal. Fiber decreases blood pressure and bad cholesterol, manages blood sugar, and aids digestive health.
More research: Life cereal is an excellent option for the entire family because it is high in nutrition, low in sugar, and contains good fiber and protein.
The special request for the day is dog and cat food (below) for the new dog and cat shelter. We are out of both, and the family dogs need support and a permanent place on a pantry shelf. This is a very popular item for the families and the Army of Good, a nest of animal lovers.
Sarah is seeking help with two of the healthiest breakfasts the kids need badly:
Life Breakfast Cereal, Original, 13 Oz Boxes (3 Pack), $11.97.
Thanks for sending these messages through Amazon. They are a but and affirming gift among the pantry volunteers.
SPECIAL Requests: Dog And Cat Foor the new animal shelf:
The newest trend in the Army of Good Pantry Support is people browsing the Amazon Pantry Support Wish List and making their own choices—often in a large box or two. This is great fun for me, wonderful for the pantry, and feels good in times of stress and confusion. We thank you.
I hope you feel good about yourselves; you are angels to me and others.
Look at what we have sent in the past few days, a partial list (about half):
Thanks for your messages to the volunteers; they love them.
The Amazon drivers love the food pantry; the workers know them all by name. “They’re like family,” said one volunteer. We love them so much.”These boxes arrived yesterday.
4 March
Two Images That Will Lift You Up And Make You Smile. Free Of Charge
by Jon Katz
Above Zip is my assistant when I take my flower photos. The Finnch is one of my morning meditation companions. She is no longer afraid of me.
