Okra And Shrimp Soup

"Okra soup brings fond memories of my dad's home garden where he planted okra, waterleaves, and other native vegetables. He obsessed over the okra, which require a bit of work. I loved watching him go to at it during the summer and see the young plants transform into these majestic stalks, about 7 to 9 feet tall. And the harvest Always so fresh and vibrant! Nothing like today's grocery store finds. I guess you know where I get my love for okra, fresh food, and green things "