Plan & Model

The Food Journal template is for capturing the current state (what you eat today). This may seem like a step you can skip, afterall don't you already know what you eat? But don't skip it. You will be surprised at what you eat and the frequency with which you eat it.

The GROW Model Food System, designed to enhance our connection to our food and source and elevate our nutritional well-being, outlines four distinct pillars: Plan & Model, Produce & Source, Manage & Improve, and Scale & Expand

In the face of growing social and economic distress, stretched supply lines, and fiat currency inflation, it is critical that we rethink our food systems. To this end, a sustainable self directed food model is vital.

Understanding your family's current eating habits. In this blog post, we'll dive into why this step is so crucial and how it paves the way for a successful and satisfying meal plan.

Creating a family meal plan may initially seem like an intimidating process, especially if you're stepping into the realm of planned and home-cooked meals for the first time. But don't be deterred by the unfamiliarity. With a bit of guidance and preparation, you'll find that meal planning can become a manageable, even enjoyable, part of your family...

And in full disclosure I want you to know that my goal in writing this series is not simply to have you embrace and practice meal planning, though that would be a great step forward. My goal is to empower you with the knowledge and tools required to produce and locally source all of your food requirements