The next generation is estimated to be the first to have a shorter life span than their parents. With the growing problem of childhood obesity and diabetes, I think it's great that the first lady is talking about the importance of outdoor activity and nurturing good eating habits at an early age. Kids in America today spend an average of 7.5 hours a day in front of some sort of screen.
One of the first things Michelle Obama did as first lady was to dig up part of the manicured lawn at the White House and plant a garden. You can read more about the story here on the NPR site. I support her efforts. As the ancient Chinese proverb goes: "A Book Is Like A Garden". I can lose myself in both.
4 comments:
I hadn't heard about the White House Garden - what a wonderful idea! Encouraging kids to eat and be healthier is our most improtant mission!
Thanks Jemi. I think it's pretty neat and sets such a good example.
I grew up eating fresh veggies from my parents' massive garden. Sadly, in central London, it's not possible. Boo! Some people do have allotments in the suburbs, though.
Talli,
There is a growing interest in urban gardening, which I think is terrific. Maybe London needs to get its act together!
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