After almost a year with Groundwork San Diego, it’s time for me to say goodbye and move to my next big challenge. When I was originally tasked with building a farm on the east end of the property, I was overwhelmed by the opportunity and the support that the Groundwork staff afforded me. I will never forget the openness and kindness with which I was received, and how unstoppable the Groundwork team is in their mission to improve southeast San Diego.
As I move on to a new position as a browse horticulturalist at the San Diego Zoo, I appreciate that Groundwork took a chance on me, and became the springboard from which I could launch into my chosen career. I’ll miss working at the farm site (and will be checking on it regularly) and I have the utmost faith that the project we started will continue on, and ultimately serve the Chollas Creek area with education, nutrition and urban agriculture.
When you start getting discouraged and question whether or not you’re making a difference, take a moment to step back and look at all you’ve accomplished. Chances are you’ll be surprised at how far you’ve come.