This past Weds. guest speaker was Jason Abate from Abate Floral & Landscaping right here in Chesterland.  The Abate Family has been operating their farm and floral/landscaping business for 5 generations!  Jason gave us a very nice overview of the many challenges he and his family face trying to maintain their family farm and business each year due to a myriad of seen and unforeseen circumstances.  It is very apparent when you meet Jason that his great grandparents, grandparents and parents had a profound influence on him that molded his strong work ethic he is trying to instill in his two sons age 19 & 14. There is no substitute for having your own family operation and the benefit of working together to build the American Dream. Thank you, Jason, for sharing your story with us!