food: The Real Estate and Food Connection
- 01/21/10 04:49 AM
"We still (sometimes) remember that we cannot be free if our minds and voices are controlled by someone else. But we have neglected to understand that we cannot be free if our food and its sources are controlled by someone else. The condition of the passive consumer of food is not a democratic condition. One reason to eat responsibly is to live free." Wendell Berry, "Bringing it to the Table, On Farming and Food" , page 229 What does this quote have to do with real estate? I am going to write about that question. My goal is to help … (2 comments)
Our Christmas dinner yesterday was cooked by all the women of the family. Everything, even the desserts were prepared in the kitchen of our homes.
I have been at numerous social gatherings where most of the foods were purchased ready to eat. Have you noticed how much those foods all look and taste similar? Even when ready made foods taste great the fact there is no story with the food makes it less enjoyable.
I will share just a couple of stories to help make my point.
Helping seller and buyers understand the value of the land they buy or sell is my passion. My work as a real estate agent is fulfilling because I am passionate about negotiating value. Sellers, let me help you maximize the value of your land even if it is just a small front yard. Buyers I will help you find a place even in the middle of Lexington that can help your family build a wonderful home. Give me a chance to look at your home, your land, your garden and I will give you some great ideas on how you can enhance the presentation of your home with a very small budget.
"We still (sometimes) remember that we cannot be free if our minds and voices are controlled by someone else. But we have neglected to understand that we cannot be free if our food and its sources are controlled by someone else. The condition of the passive consumer of food is not a democratic condition. One reason to eat responsibly is to live free." Wendell Berry, "Bringing it to the Table, On Farming and Food" , page 229 
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