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Across the Fence:  The Lost Art of Letter Writing  |
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Gaelic Gardener
True Blue Farmgirl
61 Posts
Kelly
Providence
Rhode Island
USA
61 Posts |
 Posted - Feb 24 2009 : 10:06:32 AM
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I love this discussion board and I love hearing form everyone electronically, but I miss actual written letters. Would anyone else like to be pen pals? I propose that we post little blurbs about ourselves here and then if others have similar interests they can email you and ask for your snail mail address. Wouldn't it be nice to get something pleasant and personal (and not a bill!) in the mail?
“We can complain because rose bushes have thorns,
or rejoice because thorn bushes have roses.”
Abraham Lincoln |
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mellaisbella
True Blue Farmgirl
1862 Posts
melanie
living on Anne of Green
Gables land
Canada
1862 Posts |
Posted - Feb 24 2009 : 10:52:03 AM
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Hi Kelly
I would gladly write letters with you. I LOVE writing and it sure is great getting something in the mail. I'll e-mail you now with my address:)
"we must be the change we wish to see in the world"
farmgal #150 |
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Old Spirit
True Blue Farmgirl
1498 Posts
Rae
MN
1498 Posts |
Posted - Feb 24 2009 : 10:54:34 AM
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I would love to join in the letter writing! Let me know how to get my address to you if you want.
Rae
...those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles:...
Isaiah 40:31 |
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janiee
True Blue Farmgirl
820 Posts
Janie
Shawnee
Oklahoma
USA
820 Posts |
Posted - Feb 24 2009 : 10:58:59 AM
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i would love to write letters too! will send you my addy
janiee
farmgirl #390 |
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Gaelic Gardener
True Blue Farmgirl
61 Posts
Kelly
Providence
Rhode Island
USA
61 Posts |
Posted - Feb 24 2009 : 11:03:36 AM
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My name is Kelly. I live in Providence, RI. In one short month I will be the big 4-O. I am single, no children. I have 2 cats, Frida and Diego (named after the Mexican artists). I am an Early Childhood Educator -- currently without a classroom. I substitute and am always looking for a classroom of my own. I just sent my application in to teach in New Orleans for the 2009-2010 school year, so I have to wait and see... a new home and job may be in my future!
My dream is to have a school of my own -- PreK and Kindergarten -- that is farm-based, organic, of course. The children would grow food and interact with animals, learn about caring for the earth and keeping it healthy. I just need to win Powerball....
I love to travel. I read a lot. I read a lot of series, like Janet Evanovich's Stephanie Plum series, Kim Harrison, Laurell K Hamilton, and Elizabeth Peters. I also like historical fiction and biographies. Plus I have a magazine fetish -- I'm trying to cut down -- really!
I knit -- I used to run a charity knitting group called "The Warm Fuzzies" -- we would knit premie caps, lap blankets for veterans, mats for animals in shelters, etc. I'm a novice quilter; I took a few classes, but the math freaks me out a bit, so I stick to simple stuff. I'm a raging stashaholic, though... I'm trying the hexagon quilt in the latest MJF issue, we'll see! I like to paint with acrylics and I love to take photos. I like to scrapbook, when I have time, space and money to do it -- boy, it's an expensive hobby! I sell stuff on eBay, so that I have money to buy stuff on eBay. I collect vintage hankies, vintage jewelry (especially art deco), vintage perfume bottles and vanity items, McCoy and Bauer pottery, Fiestaware, and Delphite Cherry Blossom depression glass. (ya... I live on eBay...)
I have a house-sized lot behind my little 1932 bungalow where I grow mostly roses with some perennials. I grow vegetables and herbs in containers on my patio. The teeny tiny front yard is crammed with roses, too. I do everything organically. I collect rainwater and I compost -- yard waste outside, kitchen scraps inside with worms -- I have a special bin called a Worm Factory with hundreds of hungry worms.
So if you'd like to exchange letters just email me and we can get each other's address.
take care,
Kelly
“We can complain because rose bushes have thorns,
or rejoice because thorn bushes have roses.”
Abraham Lincoln |
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mellaisbella
True Blue Farmgirl
1862 Posts
melanie
living on Anne of Green
Gables land
Canada
1862 Posts |
Posted - Feb 24 2009 : 11:04:21 AM
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I would like to have some pen-pals too....anyone interested ....just e-mail me:)
"we must be the change we wish to see in the world"
farmgal #150 |
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mellaisbella
True Blue Farmgirl
1862 Posts
melanie
living on Anne of Green
Gables land
Canada
1862 Posts |
Posted - Feb 24 2009 : 11:06:29 AM
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Oh Kelly....I LOVE Fiesta Ware!!
"we must be the change we wish to see in the world"
farmgal #150 |
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mellaisbella
True Blue Farmgirl
1862 Posts
melanie
living on Anne of Green
Gables land
Canada
1862 Posts |
Posted - Feb 24 2009 : 11:13:10 AM
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A bit about me...
I grew up in Canada's largest province and now i live in Canada's smallest province. i live with my husband and our son on my husbands families dairy farm. The farm has been here for 200years and is an absolute dream! WE have 100 ares on the water and I do believe that this is heaven.
For those who love Anne of Green Gables...I live 1 hour away from her house and it is every bit a breathtaking as she describes it.
I am at home now with our baby, but my job outside of the house is taking care of Alzheimer patients and cognitively challenged adults. I love my job, but I sure am enjoying being home too.
in the warmer weather, I love to dig in the woods and un-earth old treasures or just walk along the beach. I also have just started scrapbooking as I love everything to do with it..the stickers, paper, stamps, pens and especially taking photos...
that is just a wee bit about me:)
"we must be the change we wish to see in the world"
farmgal #150 |
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janiee
True Blue Farmgirl
820 Posts
Janie
Shawnee
Oklahoma
USA
820 Posts |
Posted - Feb 24 2009 : 11:43:38 AM
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my name is janie. I have been married to my best friend for almost 30 years (next may). We do not have any children but we have 2 inside cats, blanco and blackie (guess their coloring ?)both named by my dh and one inside dog named Sally. I work for a school district, full time, as the inventory specialist. I orderd all textbooks used by the district, most of the supplies used in the classrooms and keep up with any capital equipment needs (computers, printers, desk, etc) but I love to do art work. I crochet,quilt, tat, knit, embroidery, tole painting. My husband is unable to work so he is home most of the time with the "kids" and tries to take care of me. I am learning how to can and preserve food, am starting on my garden. I have started on the honeycomb quilt in MaryJanes last mag and so far have 7 flowers made ..and they all look good...I am so happy with that. We live in a 3 bedroom house in the middle of the city and I am trying to get parts of it remodeled --the kitchen is microscopic , I have one counter that is not as wide as a computer desk--no space to do any work..but it is very slow. Still, being on the forum has helped my outlook greatly and my husband has told me that I cannot ever stop being a farmgirl! :)
So that is a little about me....just email me if you want to write and we can exchange addresses too.
janiee
farmgirl #390 |
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melody
True Blue Farmgirl
3329 Posts
Melody
The Great North Woods in the Land of Hiawatha
USA
3329 Posts |
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melody
True Blue Farmgirl
3329 Posts
Melody
The Great North Woods in the Land of Hiawatha
USA
3329 Posts |
Posted - Feb 24 2009 : 3:17:31 PM
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Thanks Gals!! |
Edited by - melody on Sep 13 2009 8:15:25 PM |
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Old Spirit
True Blue Farmgirl
1498 Posts
Rae
MN
1498 Posts |
Posted - Feb 24 2009 : 4:24:11 PM
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Well Melody I am old too, 52 to be exact. I would love to, and will write, to any who write.
Our children are grown, youngest a senior in college. My husband and I have 5 grandchildren, 4 boys, 1 girl and number 5 boy due on March 4.
I work with EBD students, K-6 for the last 4 years, about 9 years I spent doing the same but grades 7-12. EBD is Emotional/Behavior Disorder.
I knit and crochet some and am hopeful of learning more. I can in the fall and actually love it. Reading is my passion, especially the Christian fiction.
We live on 120 acres of my husbands family farm as of a year ago. We currently live in our garage and will do so for a while as economy just too shaky and we want farm stuff going anyway. Set up pretty comfortable so won't complain, much :-)
I do love Anne of Green Gables!!
email me if you would like to write.
Rae
...those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles:...
Isaiah 40:31 |
Edited by - Old Spirit on Jan 27 2010 2:49:03 PM |
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mellaisbella
True Blue Farmgirl
1862 Posts
melanie
living on Anne of Green
Gables land
Canada
1862 Posts |
Posted - Feb 24 2009 : 4:31:39 PM
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Melody...I can send you photos...I'm not computer savy and don't know how to post them on here :(
"we must be the change we wish to see in the world"
farmgal #150 |
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melody
True Blue Farmgirl
3329 Posts
Melody
The Great North Woods in the Land of Hiawatha
USA
3329 Posts |
Posted - Feb 24 2009 : 4:36:38 PM
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Rae,
Kettle River MN sounds wonderful. I have a sister who lives in Chaska and has the towns oldest tree in her back yard!
I can't wait to start corresponding, but first some stationary. Finally, I have an excuse to buy some stationary!! |
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mellaisbella
True Blue Farmgirl
1862 Posts
melanie
living on Anne of Green
Gables land
Canada
1862 Posts |
Posted - Feb 25 2009 : 08:28:22 AM
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Kelly...this was a great idea to start this...thanks!
"we must be the change we wish to see in the world"
farmgal #150 |
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peggysue
True Blue Farmgirl
267 Posts
Peggy
Tulsa
Oklahoma
267 Posts |
Posted - Feb 26 2009 : 06:42:06 AM
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I'd love to exchange letters.. My name is Peggy I am 40.. love to crochet, garden, take care of my dog and to just enjoy life to it's fullest.
visit me at my blog
mousiesmom.wordpress.com
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Gaelic Gardener
True Blue Farmgirl
61 Posts
Kelly
Providence
Rhode Island
USA
61 Posts |
Posted - Feb 26 2009 : 3:38:30 PM
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Hello Ladies!
I'm so pleased with the response to my post! I'm going to sit down and write letters to you all this weekend. I look forward to getting to know all of you through honest-to-goodness, old-fashioned, put a stamp on it, letters!
slainte!
--Kelly
“We can complain because rose bushes have thorns,
or rejoice because thorn bushes have roses.”
Abraham Lincoln |
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K-Falls Farmgirl
Chapter Leader
2096 Posts
Cheryl
Klamath Falls
Oregon
USA
2096 Posts |
Posted - Feb 26 2009 : 3:45:24 PM
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Just so you newer ladies know..there is a penpal exchange done here on this forum.. I think one started a few months ago, I have two pen pals now from here. It looks like you all have started another..Iknow you will have a great response. They are fun to be involved with..
Cheryl
Farmgirl #309
Almost daily posts at:
http://www.k-fallsfarmgirl.blogspot.com/
Come visit the barn at http://barndoorcreations.blogspot.com/
Every time I hear the dirty word 'exercise',
I wash my mouth out with chocolate.
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Gaelic Gardener
True Blue Farmgirl
61 Posts
Kelly
Providence
Rhode Island
USA
61 Posts |
Posted - Feb 26 2009 : 3:59:09 PM
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Cheryl,
Where is the other post? I did a search before I wrote mine, but it didn't bring up anything...
thanks,
Kelly
“We can complain because rose bushes have thorns,
or rejoice because thorn bushes have roses.”
Abraham Lincoln |
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Contrary Wife
True Blue Farmgirl
2164 Posts
Teresa Sue
Tekoa
WA
USA
2164 Posts |
Posted - Feb 26 2009 : 4:20:50 PM
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Originally posted by melody
I would love to exchange letters...there is something about actually touching a letter and holding it in your hands. There is nothing to compare to it.
I am relatively old (50  ) and active with many things; quilting, knitting, redwork, and most definately hand-crafted SOAP
I have lived in the country and now we are living in a quaint little lakeside city in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. We have a rather large home (100-year-old plus) Victorian that we are constantly upkeeping and restoring. We have a BIG back yard and I am planning on more raised beds for gardening since our soil is pretty sandy so close to the bay.
I am currently unemployed 9-months now, but am hopeful. I went back to school several years ago and found out that I love medical transcription and I happen to be very good at it, but still no luck in finding work 
Anyone wanting to exhchange letters can do so by sending letters to;
Melody Neece
800 14th Avenue
Menominee, Michigan 49858
Thanks Gals!!
Hey farmgirl, don't cha know 50 is the new 30, hehehe....trust me, I should know, I'm 54, er... I mean 34, lol
Teresa Sue
Farmgirl Sister #316
Planting Zone 3
"Learn the rules so you know how to break them properly." The Dalai Lama |
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K-Falls Farmgirl
Chapter Leader
2096 Posts
Cheryl
Klamath Falls
Oregon
USA
2096 Posts |
Posted - Feb 26 2009 : 5:12:20 PM
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Well Teresa if that is true which I do believe it is.. then the old 60 is 40something.,, & I am now 61 I mean 40 something and loving my life...
Cheryl
Farmgirl #309
Almost daily posts at:
http://www.k-fallsfarmgirl.blogspot.com/
Come visit the barn at http://barndoorcreations.blogspot.com/
Every time I hear the dirty word 'exercise',
I wash my mouth out with chocolate.
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K-Falls Farmgirl
Chapter Leader
2096 Posts
Cheryl
Klamath Falls
Oregon
USA
2096 Posts |
Posted - Feb 26 2009 : 6:06:42 PM
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Kelly it was a few months ago. I do not remember exactly where it was posted...Jessie & I are pen pals. She may know better than I .. I will email her & ask..
Cheryl
Farmgirl #309
Almost daily posts at:
http://www.k-fallsfarmgirl.blogspot.com/
Come visit the barn at http://barndoorcreations.blogspot.com/
Every time I hear the dirty word 'exercise',
I wash my mouth out with chocolate.
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vintagediva1
True Blue Farmgirl
1251 Posts
Michele
Brighton
Michigan
USA
1251 Posts |
Posted - Feb 27 2009 : 07:20:56 AM
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Wow, that means in april I'll be 40. Now I can actually look forward to that milestone birthday.
I'd love a penpal, also.
I live in a small town in Southeast Michigan.
My kids are grown and aout on their own (Most of the time)
I have been a widow for 9 years after 32 years of bliss with my high school sweetheart.
3 years ago my sister was uprooted by the hurricanes in Folrida and came to stay with me temporarily. We were having so much fun that she never left.
We go junking and traveling toether and have a great time.
I love to cook & bake, knit, quilt and am an avid reader.
Wish I had room for my own veg garden but currently have to make do with farmer's market and CSA.
Michele
Love that good ole vintage junk |
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Old Spirit
True Blue Farmgirl
1498 Posts
Rae
MN
1498 Posts |
Posted - Feb 27 2009 : 08:17:27 AM
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As I said before I promise to write to anyone who writes. I am looking forward to writing and getting fun mail again, instead of BILLS ;-( This was a great idea!!!
Rae
...those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles:...
Isaiah 40:31 |
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antoinette
True Blue Farmgirl
826 Posts
Toni
East Freedom
PA
USA
826 Posts |
Posted - Mar 01 2009 : 8:07:22 PM
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Hi,
I also love letters, and enjoy sending them out. I have two going out tomarrow and if anyone would like to write just email me and I will send you my address in exchange for yours. A little about me I live in a little house with my honey and two cats, two dogs, I like to sew, read,and garden, and collect. I have 6 grandchildren and 3 children. Toni |
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farmmommy
True Blue Farmgirl
500 Posts
Kelley
Texas
USA
500 Posts |
Posted - Mar 02 2009 : 05:47:37 AM
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| Hello Pen Pally's!! i also love the idea of a Snail mail pen pal....Would it be ok for me to join in??? My name is Kelley, I live about 12 miles outside of a little bity town in East Texas..on 10 acres, with chickens, 2 dogs a cat, and a pet turkey that we ADORE....Her name id Mildred McGobbleSticks...then there are the 3 Loves of My life, My DH, and my 3 YO daughter and 2 YO son.....I am fortunate enough to be a stay at home mommy, and I must admit that I LOVE IT!!....99.9% of the time....lol....there are those occassions I want Calgon to Take Me AWAY!!!...I love gardening, sewing, reading, camping, and lots of other stuff....anyhow, would love to be a part of this if it would be ok...thanks, Kelley |
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