[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 99 (Wednesday, July 6, 2011)]
[Senate]
[Page S4391]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                RECOGNIZING MORNING GLORY NATURAL FOODS

 Ms. SNOWE. Mr. President, our economy relies on small 
businesses, particularly small, family-owned firms that have been in 
operation for generation after generation. One such small business, 
Morning Glory Natural Foods in Brunswick, will be celebrating its ``30 
Years on Maine Street'' on July 15, complete with festivities for the 
whole community. Today I wish to commend Morning Glory Natural Foods 
for its remarkable achievement.
  Morning Glory Natural Foods opened its doors in May of 1981, proudly 
serving the mid-coast community of Brunswick with fresh, local, and 
organic products--from delicious local produce to organic cotton 
clothing, and everything in between. Since then, the firm has grown to 
incorporate dozens of other Maine-made products in its catalogue of 
goods that truly exemplify the virtues of a local economic leader.
  Like so many small Maine businesses, Morning Glory is rooted in 
family tradition. The Tarpinian family has continually operated the 
store since its opening 30 years ago. It is particularly pleasing to 
acknowledge the successes of small, family-owned businesses, because 
these companies help maintain the strong, community-oriented character 
of Main Street America. And certainly Brunswick's Maine Street is a 
shining example of this uniquely American proposition.
  The long-term success and longevity of Morning Glory Natural Foods 
and the Tarpinian family is a byproduct of the strong work ethic, 
customer service, and decision to sell quality, local products at 
affordable prices. Indeed, this business serves the local community on 
two levels: by providing fresh, environmentally responsible products to 
Maine citizens, while also supporting other local businesses by 
electing to sell their products. Morning Glory Natural Foods and the 
Tarpinians are a true testament to the rewards of hard work and 
perseverance.
  On Friday, July 15, Morning Glory Natural Foods will be holding a 
celebration of ``30 Years on Maine Street,'' a storewide celebration 
being held at their location in the middle of Brunswick. Events include 
free food and drink, raffles, and sampling throughout the day, a way to 
say thanks to the community and the store's loyal customers. Morning 
Glory also plans to have an abundance of local food vendors and farmers 
lining the street, another wonderful way to promote and encourage 
growth in the local economy.
  Small businesses like Morning Glory Natural Foods are the heart and 
soul of our Nation's communities. Main Streets across America are chock 
full of restaurants, grocery stores, and shopping boutiques which 
provide citizens with the goods and wares they need in a friendly and 
convenient location and deserve our recognition. Indeed, Morning Glory 
Natural Foods is a prime example of a small business that has 
persevered through a turbulent economy time and again, and has come out 
on top each time. I congratulate everyone at Morning Glory for this 
incredible milestone and wish them many more years of success.

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