The Community Farm Store Staff:

Deanna:

DEANNA: I became a vegetarian at the age of eight, because of my love of animals, which lead to a long and committed study of alternative health treatments and food (although I am no longer a vegetarian). The birth of my son Darcy, almost 22 years, ago propelled me into even more in-depth study; as I wanted to provide him with the very best. As it turned out, he had a sensitivity to wheat and dairy so the door to alternative health was opened even wider. Once you open that door, I think there is no turning back. It was no easy task back then finding alternative foods -- even in Southern California which is known to be progressive. When my daughter was born, 11 years ago, I was fully committed to providing her the best food possible. This led to my movement towards organic and sustainable agriculture and, in so doing, I have met many like minded people and have made the greatest of friends. When I moved to the valley, I was happy to discover the Community Farm Store in Glenora. It was exciting to see the store make the big move downtown. I knew as a shopper I was doing my part and participating in an important cause but now, as one of the staff I enjoy the chance to share and serve those in the community that are either providing their children with more natural choices or just simply wanting the best. I have been with the store almost four years now and according to Cindy and Nicolette, we are all going still going to be there when we are granny’s! We’ll see!

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