Daniel "Dan" Kerubin Fallorina interviewed by Meleia Simon-Reynolds Part 3 of 3

In this interview, originally conducted in person, Daniel “Dan” Kerubin Fallorina speaks with, Watsonville is in the Heart team members, Meleia Simon-Reynolds and Christina Ayson Plank. Dan reflects on his parents’, Mariano Doctor Fallorina Sr. and Angelina Nicolas Fallorina, home gardening practices. He describes the produce Mariano grew at home using the skills he honed as an agricultural laborer and the flower gardens Angelina tended throughout her life. Dan explains that gardening was a way his parents relaxed after long days working in Watsonville agricultural fields and canneries. He also discusses how his parents shared the products of their gardens with friends and members of their community. This interview is part three of a series of three interviews conducted by the Watsonville is in the Heart team with Dan Fallorina.

Daniel "Dan" Kerubin Fallorina

Meleia Simon-Reynolds

July 5, 2023

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Oral History

Meleia Simon-Reynolds

Daniel "Dan" Kerubin Fallorina

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