I am a member of the local food taskforce. I would love to sit here and tell you that I have some special skill or knowledge that qualifies me for this distinction. Truth is, they have me because I show up for the meetings.

Food is an important part everyday life. Greater minds than mine have gone on in length about the spiritual nature of food, the economic and ecological value, the nutritional value, the danger of losing control. I am not qualified to comment. I do see that all of these different levels need to be addressed.

Meanwhile, back at the meeting, there is certainly much work to be done. We have much brainstorming and discussion. Intermediate goals are identified. It turns out that I have the connections around town to bring about the graphic representation of our food system as it exists. Children photographing their idea of food. I can't wait to see what they show me.