It seems to be something that retired people love, to keep them active and give them something to do (a sense of purpose besides grandchildren?). I don't mind yardwork myself, but I don't feel like it's virtuous or something. I also understand that a chemical-sodden monoculture isn't really the best for humans and wildlife.

My mother used to try to get us... oh, she still does... to come "PULL WEEDS". As kids it made sense, like okay, she wants us to get away from the video games and be outside and do whatever she's saying, but at this point...