There is nothing more satisfying than preparing and eating a meal that you've sourced completely from your own garden/home/farm. I remember the first meal we made from the 'fruits of our labours'.... eggs and freshly-grown veg. It was spectacular. And tasted amazing. And yes, so much more gratitude for what was in my plate, knowing what had gone into its production.

I don't have a garden anymore, or chickens or livestock. However I have never really lost that sense, and so still feel very grateful for all the farmers and producers involved in creating what's on my plate today.