This week I took a little trip to Bennett’s Farm Store. It is one of my favorite local stops for fresh food. It also offers a cozy community. As part of my 100 Mile Life journey, I’m taking on a new challenge. I’m buying what I can from within a hundred miles of home. Each purchase is more than just groceries. It’s a connection to the land and the seasons. It also connects us to the farmers who care for both.

🌽 The Fresh Finds

Walking into the store, I was greeted by baskets overflowing with late-summer abundance:

• Crisp apples, ready for snacking or baking.
• Sweet corn on the cob, the taste of summer itself.
• Juicy tomatoes, perfect for salads or sauces.
• Tender green beans, a favorite side dish in our home.

These simple foods are grown just down the road. They remind me that local eating doesn’t need to be complicated. It’s about savoring what’s already around us.

🍁 A Taste of Tradition

I also picked up a bottle of maple syrup, one of those pantry staples I never skip. It’s more than just a sweetener. It’s a taste of our forests. It serves as a reminder of the hard work of local producers.

🥮 A Little Treat

And yes, I treated myself to a cinnamon bun from the bakery. The 100 Mile Life isn’t about strict rules. It’s about slowing down. It’s about celebrating the small things and finding joy in what’s close to home.

🌿 Reflections on the 100 Mile Life

Every trip like this deepens my appreciation for simple living. Supporting local farmers keeps resources in our community. It reduces the miles our food travels. It also invites us to reconnect with the rhythms of the seasons.

The 100 Mile Life is about more than groceries—it’s about gratitude, stewardship, and living with intention.

✨ A Gentle Invitation

If you’re curious about starting your own 100 Mile Life, try this. Visit a farm store or farmers’ market near you this week. Choose just one or two items that were grown close to home. Notice how it feels to bring that goodness into your kitchen.

Together, small choices add up to a slower, more meaningful way of life.

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🌿 Thanks for keeping up along on this journey. You can also watch my Bennett’s Farm Store Visit for a closer look at the sights (and the cinnamon bun!). Check them out here: https://bennettsapples.com/

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