Growing a Farmer Post #1

The title of this book initially sounded boring as I don't find any kind of farming relevant with my life. But, Growing a Farmer vividly depicts one man's journey of becoming a farmer while experiencing failures and sometimes enjoying triumphs. Started as a restaurant owner, Kurt's transition into a farmer and his discussions of different eclectic aspects of the his farm resonates to anyone who has an experience of embarking a completely new journey. 

As a graduating senior, I found the first half of this book a lot relevant than I expected. My mindset as a senior is now the total opposite of that of my freshman year. I constantly worry about possible failures after graduation and sometimes doubt if the decisions I've made throughout college will be worth it at the end. Because the responsibilities that come with my choices from now on will weigh a ton more than it used to, I have to be resilient and bounce back from my failures sometimes in a stoic manner. Also, Kurt's story somehow reminded me of my parents who came to America without much knowledge of how to survive in a foreign country. This book is great if you endeavor to become a farmer, but is even greater for some who wish to truly know the process of self-sufficiency and find satisfaction.

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