As usual, if you have been following my blog, you would have noticed that most weekends, if not all, are dedicated to updates about my garden. I have decided to devote my weekends to working in the garden, where I tend to my livestock, farm produce, and plantations.
I strongly believe that producing at least 50% of what we consume is highly beneficial, especially in this era of fake drugs and counterfeit medicines that have plagued our society. It is becoming increasingly difficult to purchase genuine medication, as even supermarkets and large pharmacies are not spared from this menace. I often wonder what people gain from endangering others' lives just to acquire ill-gotten wealth. What amazes me most is that no matter how much wealth we accumulate, none of it will follow us to the grave. That said, this does not mean we shouldn’t strive for financial success, but rather that we should do so with the aim of adding value and living a meaningful life.
Beyond fake medicine, there is also the issue of artificial and chemically modified fruits, crops, and plantations, which pose significant health risks. This is one of the reasons why people today struggle to reach old age. In the past, our forefathers consumed natural, organic food, free from harmful chemicals used today in the name of increasing harvest yields. Some farmers advocate for chemical fertilizers, claiming that they guarantee abundant harvests. Can they really be blamed, though? Many believe that without modern agricultural chemicals, it is nearly impossible to make a substantial profit.
Given these concerns, the need to produce our own food has become more urgent than ever. If one can cultivate vegetables and rear livestock for personal consumption, it is a much healthier choice. There is nothing more valuable than maintaining a healthy lifestyle. However, one major challenge we currently face is water scarcity during the dry season. Even the well we dug last year has dried up. We are exploring options to dig a borehole so that watering our plantations and vegetables will no longer be a struggle, regardless of the season.
Regarding our livestock, I recently had to deal with our stubborn goats. Despite feeding them well, they constantly roam around, disturbing the peace of our neighbors. Eventually, I got tired of their mischief and decided to confine them to their enclosure. However, I was advised that restricting their movement could hinder their growth, as grazing freely contributes significantly to their well-being. Unlike the goats, I have no major issues with the rabbits and hens—except for the hens frequently entering the house and messing up the entryway with their droppings. The rabbits, on the other hand, are easier to manage. All I need to do is feed them, provide water, and clean their enclosure.
Wow so you have a farm where you rear livestock, so I guess it's for consumption purposes right?
Yes, brother. Maybe with time, I may decide to commercialize it on a small scale. I can't work for the government forever. Thanks for the support always.
Indeed, can't always work for the government, someday one's gotta fall back to something
Of course. It is good, at least for the fact that one goes to school. I work in a government secondary school, though. I don't think you would like to work in that capacity.
I was a secondary school teacher for over five years. I taught literature in English. However I stopped because of my health conditions
Oh, sorry about that. I hope you have overcome the health challenges now. If you still use medication, I pray God grants you divine healing.
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