End of Class

As Im nearing the end of my college education Im thinking back on some of the most memorable classes. I would have to say that in addition to my archaeological field experience this class will rank right up in the top. Throughout the semester I always looked forward to going to this class and felt that all of the readings were so easy to get into that it never felt like homework. I enjoyed the guest speakers, our class book discussions and seeing our garden take shape. The field trip to Ambrose was an awesome way to end the class and tie in material to a functioning farm. I had always done the upick farms with my family but to be able to talk to the actual farmer and see how he thought was more than I ever expected. It was nice to take the time and see the different crops and methods that Mr. Ambrose was trying. Gardenening was a hobby that I had always shared with my father. But since his death I had just stuck to flowers. So for me personally this class took me back full circle and rejuvenated my love and interests in gardening/farming. I liked the comment Dr. Burkett had made as we sat at the bogarden for one class. It was something to the effect that she had grown up with a basis of environmentalism but it was her hope to add on to that experience and teach her little ones even more. I liked that because it sums up what this class has given me-a beginning and future additions to my love of the environment. The impact of this class is undeniable-one cant help but to view products in the grocery differently, and its a good thing. I find myself constantly talking to people around me about agriculture and food choices. I can see the impact it has made on those around me as they strive to become more aware and make better choices. The experiences of this class have not only affected me but those close to me as well. Its great to watch things grow!