How many people does it take to get a banana from a farm in Costa Rica to a table in Cleveland?
I wear this t-shirt to start that conversation. It is an important conversation because it shows that we all are vital to getting on in this world
. However, the first thing that most people say when they see me wearing this shirt is…”Is that a banana on your shirt or are you just happy to see me.”
So how many people? Would you believe over one million.
Sure, think about it. The bananas must be harvested by farmers. And those farmers need food and shelter themselves. They need to rely on other people to give them food and build their houses. They need machinery to harvest the bananas and transport them to market. People and companies need to organize to make those things and offer those services. The bananas go on ships and into ports before the go to your store. Think of the thousands of people involved in making a grocery store run. When you add up all the people necessary to get your food on your table it is amazing. It is really something to be thankful for.
So if you dont think your job is important or if you dont think someone else’s job is important, think again and be grateful for someone doing a job well-done.
You make make a tshirt like this, that can start a conversation and make a connection at mikons.com. Or you can make a set of stickers for a gathering to start other conversations at mikonmixers.com.
