Go with the Flow

The Justice League - Lovettsville Parade

Dear Market Goers,

 I hate feeling unorganized and frustrated.  And you know what frustrates me to no end?  MOVING!  I just moved to a larger place (a good thing) and have the most wonderful, generous, caring landords (a great thing). They even come to the market (how smart are they?) and I’m still frustrated and crazy.  Now that I’m writing this, I’m trying to become all “zen-like” and not get aggravated that everything is out of place and that there is no art on the walls (ugh) and I can’t remember which drawer or cabinet anything is in the kitchen (where’s the sledgehammer?) and now have concluded that I have Alzheimer’s (panic). 

The worst part is, when I’m stressed, that’s exactly when my body needs to exercise and eat right and that’s when I start doing the opposite.  So I’m trying to get back on track.  Lately, there have been too many french fries and home fries in my life and not enough exercise!  It feels so good when I do things that are good for my body and mind.  This week, I’m going to check my referigerator and make a list so I have the best, local, fresh, healthy food available for me and my kids all week long! 

And those frustrating thoughts seque right into my favorite thought from Hazleden this week: 

Going with the Flow

Go with the flow.

Let go of fear and your need to control. Relinquish anxiety. Let it slip away, as you dive into the river of the present moment, the river of your life, your place in the universe.

Stop trying to force the direction. Try not to swim against the current, unless it is necessary for your survival. If you’ve been clinging to a branch at the riverside, let go.

Let yourself move forward. Let yourself be moved forward.

Avoid the rapids when possible. If you can’t, stay relaxed. Staying relaxed can take your safely through fierce currents. If you go under for a moment, allow yourself to surface naturally. You will.

Appreciate the beauty of the scenery, as it is. See things with freshness, with newness. You shall never pass by today’s scenery again!

Don’t think too hard about things. The flow is meant to be experienced. Within it, care for yourself. You are part of the flow, an important part. Work with the flow. Work within the flow. Thrashing about isn’t necessary. Let the flow help you care for yourself. Let it help you set boundaries, make decisions, and get you where you need to be when it is time. You can trust the flow, and your part in it.

But one thing I’ve been doing lately is taking advantage of the young, sweet zucchini offered by Gonzales Produce.  Joaquin, the owner of Gonzales Produce will be at the market this week to meet his customers and to answer any questions you may have about his fantastic farm out in Montross, VA…..  Here’s my breakfast recipe: 

Cut up some of Lothar’s bacon or part of your favorite Lothar’s sausage and put it in a frying pan along with a sweet, young zucchini from Gonzales.  This morning I added some leftover onion and tomato I had from the night before and add salt and pepper.  Cook it on med low and cover.  Go take a shower and check on it when you’re done!  Stir it around, and cook until you like the texture.  Then put two or three eggs in a bowl and scramble them and pour it over the zucchini-sausage mixture.  Put the cover back on and cook until the eggs is cooked through.  It is DEELISH! 

Purcellville Parade

Here’s some random market thoughts:  Weren’t Kilmer’s plums and peaches to die for?  My tastebuds were so happy that Everona Dairy is back.  That cheese is some of the best on the planet!  Micaela is taking a rest after some difficult family issues and will be at the market in a couple of weeks.  In the meantime, South Street Under will be providing baquettes and ciabbatta for our customers….

Ellen James and Jake and the Burtones will be at the market this week.  I love having music at the market…feed your soul with some great, down-to-earth, traditional music and feed your body with some great, down-to-earth, local foods! 

Many of you take photos of the market…here’s a contest you might be interested in…

Virginia Grown Farmers’ Market Week Photo Contest

 Virginia Farmers’ Market Week is more than a month away but to begin the celebration of the splendor and bounty available at Virginia’s Farmers’ Markets, VDACS will again host the Virginia Grown Farmers’ Market Photo Contest.  Last year we receive close to 80 entries from markets throughout the state and we hope to see even more participation this year!  

 Starting today – July 1, 2011 – your customers can submit their favorite photo taken at your market.  There are 4 prize categories including a special prize for the market with the most entries.  Not only will they see their photos online at VirginiaGrown.com, but winners in four categories, from children to adults will receive a Virginia Grown/Virginia’s Finest prize package worth approximately $100.

 For contest information, rules and a submission form, go to www.virginiagrown.com and click on “photo contest details.” The contest runs through August 17, 2011. See information about  America’s Favorite Farmers’ Market contest on the site also. 

 For highlights to inspire you from last year’s contest click on

http://www.flickr.com/photos/vdacs/sets/72157624527998351/

Pamela Schmidt!

  Finally, here’s the vendors that are comin’ to market!  

1st AVE Bakery - 1ST AVE Bakery will be at the Purcellville Community Market this week with our Nationally recognized Champion Peanut Supreme Pie, Blueberry Pie, Custard Pie, Lemon Chess Pie, Peach Pie and Plum Pie. We will also have a few of our Chocolate Hazelnut Cakes. Check out our Pie Page www.1stavebakery.com for more information and pictures of our Pies. This week we will also have some of our Petite 5″ Pies along with a selection of items by the slice for our customers.  

Look for our tent and sign for “HOME MADE PIES” at the Market this week.

 Kilmer Orchards – TONS O’BERRIES, peaches and plums…

Herban Avenues - Herban Avenues is bringingteas, LOTIONS & CREAMS in chamomile, mint, lavender and we also have all our Bug Bite and Poison Ivy Remedies.  

Local Fare:  Local Fare is a family owned food vendor whose mission is to introduce innovative cuisine concepts of California to Western Loudoun. Local Fare accomplishes this by using a variety of local ingredients that gives traditional market foods a healthy and fresh twist. As a result, all of our menu items are one of a kind for this area.  

 Brothers Old Fashioned Bakery – Peaches.  Just saying the word makes you smile.  White flesh peaches have an extra special flavor that makes the whole day seem sweeter and better.  The only thing better would be a peach pie using white flesh peaches.  And it just so happens that’s what we’re bringing to market this weekend   We’ll have two whole peach pies with a Gluten Free crust and one peach pie (GF crust) cut into slices.  We’ll also have our regular selection of Gluten Free goodies available. 

Community Gardens - Come and say hi to Rob, the cutie farmer and his beautiful assistant Kelly and get some of those tasty carrots and greens and dressing and…   

 Gonzales Produce - Beautiful produce from the Northern Neck of VA…  

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Holy Cow Delivery - We have a flavored cream cheese special this week.  Buy 1 for $4.75 or 2 for $8.50.  We have Cajun Crab, Horseradish Cheddar and Gourmet Vegetable, Apple Raisin and Cinnamon and smoked cinnamon.  

Liberty Hill Farms - Liberty Hill Farm provides pasture-raised chicken, free-range eggs, and freshly ground whole wheat products.  Our meat chickens live on fresh pasture and are supplemented with non GMO feed.  We process the chickens here at the farm.   Our eggs are from chickens living on fresh pasture and are fed non-GMO feed. For our whole wheat products, we use organic wheat and grind it ourselves!  For more information about us, visit our website:  www.LibertyHillFarmva.com.   We look forward to seeing you at the Market.   

Betty’s Salsa and Chips - Betty’s will have fresh guacamole along with the normal chips and salsa   

Lothar’s Gourmet Sausages - They will be at the market with all their sausages, bacons and fine meat cuts on Saturday market. Please stop by to select your favorites for this weekend. 

The Magnolia Girls - The Magnolia Girls will be back this weekend with a variety of cookies and Scones this week, too! Banana Coconut Pecan Bread and Pumpkin Bread will be available, too! These are just a few of the products we will have to offer this week.

Tarts from Harvest Marklet

Harvest Market DC - Don’t forget to check out Chris’ blog… http://www.harvestmarketdc.blogspot.com/  

North Gate Vineyard - fantastic wines from Purcellville.   

  Liz Handcrafted Soaps - Liz Handcrafted Soaps has two new scents to present to you on Saturday–Lavender & Cedar and Coconut, Lime & Verbena. Very nice! We’ll also have a fresh supply of Orange Clove for those of you who have inquired about it. Egyptian Musk is now ready for those sultry summer evenings!  Finally, we also have a new supply of Scruffy’s Bath Bar for your favorite dog!  

 Wildwood Hickory Syrup - Try Hickory syrup on your cakes and more…Wildwood has lots of ideas on how to use your syrup.  Ask for some of their unique recipes…  

 Singing Frog Farms - Our annual field flowers are starting to come in. We’ll have lots of beautiful bouquets and herbs
this week.  

 NOT Here This Week  

Fabbioli Cellars   ~ Our Raspberry Merlot is a customer favorite, but try our Aperitif Pear Wine, our light and delightful rose, the Rosa Luna, Cabernet Franc, Chamborcin, and our all new refreshing white, the Something White. Come on out the the winery–see www.fabbioliwines.com  for info! You can find us every other Saturday, next on July 2nd. Tel: 703-771-1197 E-mail: vinofab@aol.com mailto:vinofab@aol.com  

Linna the Locavore  

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