LAND: What we’re losing
People talk about progress like it’s a promise, not a trade. But we are giving up something irreplaceable. The rich, loamy fields that shaped this region aren’t just background scenery. They are the root of a way of life — one grounded in self-sufficiency, hard work, and connection to the land. And once they’re gone, they’re gone forever.
I recently had to give up my beloved fainting goats. I loved them, but I couldn’t afford the hay anymore. The prices are sky-high and the supply is scarce. That’s not just the economy — it’s a direct result of bulldozers pushing out pastures in favor of developments.
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