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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
5769 Posts
Debbie Fischer
Coos Bay
OR
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 Posted - Sep 21 2013 : 3:32:16 PM
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Gals, when I was talking to Julie this morning we had a thought about Michele we thought we would share with you.
She loves Fall and Halloween, so instead of Christmas gifts if you wanted to send her goodies in October for Fall, Halloween and even Thanksgiving, we know she would love it! Fall, Halloween and Thanksgiving things to hang around her trailer, like cards, banners, hand towels, washcloths with fall, Halloween or Thanksgiving themes any wonderful things like that you could think of. Halloweeny socks, Fall Sweatshirt (size L-ExLarge) to keep her warm in the winter, just a few ideas for you and of course chocolates, tea and coffee, y'all know Michele and her coffee.
Any other things you could think of she would love and as always if you have questions just email Julie or I and we will try to answer your questions.
Thanks Gals as always for your kind hearts, all of us together help to ease Michele's loneliness and let her know she is in our thoughts and hearts.
Hugs,
Debbie
Proud Mama Hen of SPG
"LIFE IS 10% WHAT HAPPENS TO YOU AND 90% WHAT YOU DO WITH WHAT HAPPENS TO YOU." ~ANONYMOUS"
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Edited by - Blessed in Colorado on Sep 21 2013 3:33:11 PM |
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treelady
True Blue Farmgirl
1305 Posts
Julie
medina
ND
USA
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Posted - Sep 21 2013 : 4:09:41 PM
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Thank You Debbie!
A little rain can straighten a flower stem. A little love can change a life.
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tammyc
True Blue Farmgirl
481 Posts
Tammy
Danville
California
USA
481 Posts |
Posted - Sep 21 2013 : 4:57:36 PM
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I've got a Halloween package started for her :)
"Be who you are and say what you like because the people who mind don't matter and the people who matter don't mind" - Dr. Seuss |
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marlee
True Blue Farmgirl
871 Posts
Marlene
DeRidder
Louisiana
871 Posts |
Posted - Sep 21 2013 : 5:57:59 PM
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Oh I would love to!
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Killarney
True Blue Farmgirl
2115 Posts
Connie
Arlington
TN
USA
2115 Posts |
Posted - Sep 21 2013 : 7:25:43 PM
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I have started a Fall-Halloween box for her also. I crocheted her a warm fuzzy Turquoise Scarf for the New York Winter. I got a sweet card form her thanking me for the coffee and books. I so admire her ! Debbie is right! That girl loves coffee! I will add more coffee too.
Connie
Imagine....#3392 |
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Killarney
True Blue Farmgirl
2115 Posts
Connie
Arlington
TN
USA
2115 Posts |
Posted - Sep 21 2013 : 7:27:39 PM
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She loves mystery books, I sent her a Vintage hardback Columbo mystery stories, with Peter Falk on the front, she loved it!!
Connie
Imagine....#3392 |
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tammyc
True Blue Farmgirl
481 Posts
Tammy
Danville
California
USA
481 Posts |
Posted - Sep 21 2013 : 7:50:50 PM
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Does she like flavored or unflavored coffee....whole beans or ground???
"Be who you are and say what you like because the people who mind don't matter and the people who matter don't mind" - Dr. Seuss |
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darlenelovesart
True Blue Farmgirl
6194 Posts
darlene
Loleta
California
USA
6194 Posts |
Posted - Sep 21 2013 : 9:38:58 PM
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Thanks for the ideas of what to send Michelle.
hugs
darlene
Farmgirl # 4943
Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything.
Tell God what you need, and thank him for what he has done.
Philippians 4:6
Just follow God unquestioningly.
Because you love Him so, for if you trust His judgment there is nothing you need to know.
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treelady
True Blue Farmgirl
1305 Posts
Julie
medina
ND
USA
1305 Posts |
Posted - Sep 22 2013 : 04:58:49 AM
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Tammy she likes Dunkin donut coffee, I am not sure if she has a grinder. I sent her pumpkin spice last year for fall and she loved it. She also likes flavored creamer. Connie she will love the scarf. I have also done dry soup mixes, meals in a box I.e. for Thanksgiving last year I sent her a little canned ham, instant mashed potatoes, a pkt. Of gravy, a can of olives and cranberry sauce, a can of yams and pumpkin pie pudding mix. Sometimes I just look in my cabinets and pull out something and toss in there to help fill a box up. She is on such a limited income so most of it is a treat to her. I know this sounds silly, but if you are sending her something breakable, nestle it in a couple rolls of toilet paper, who doesn't use and need that and it works better than bubble wrap!
She is worried about the winter-farmers almanac says it is supposed to be bitter cold and a lot of snow so extra batteries for little CD player and her flashlights would be good before it gets to cold to ship them and cd books that you find at the thrift store would help pass the time. A large piece of wool fabric for a new warm skirt would be perfect for her if you can find it somewhere cheap. Leg Warner's for those of you who knit and crochet would always be welcome. Debbie, if you think I am missing the boat on anything, please let me know.
A little rain can straighten a flower stem. A little love can change a life.
Max Lucado |
Edited by - treelady on Sep 22 2013 05:31:05 AM |
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Killarney
True Blue Farmgirl
2115 Posts
Connie
Arlington
TN
USA
2115 Posts |
Posted - Sep 22 2013 : 06:14:10 AM
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Tammy, I sent ground coffee, Pumpkin spice also this past time, and Annie
Organic mac and cheese. Julie what size batteries?
Connie
Imagine....#3392 |
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treelady
True Blue Farmgirl
1305 Posts
Julie
medina
ND
USA
1305 Posts |
Posted - Sep 22 2013 : 06:43:14 AM
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C, D and Double A Connie. Medical teas are also good for her, last winter I sent her a few boxes for sore throat and chest congestion that she said really helped.
A little rain can straighten a flower stem. A little love can change a life.
Max Lucado |
Edited by - treelady on Sep 22 2013 06:46:54 AM |
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
5769 Posts
Debbie Fischer
Coos Bay
OR
5769 Posts |
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
5769 Posts
Debbie Fischer
Coos Bay
OR
5769 Posts |
Posted - Sep 22 2013 : 08:29:47 AM
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Peanut Butter and Crackers with lots of seeds in them like sunflower and all the good for you seeds. Michele loves peanut butter and crackers it is her go to food when she needs protein or just too darn tired at the end of a day to fix a meal this is what she will eat.
Hugs,
Debbie
Proud Mama Hen of SPG
"LIFE IS 10% WHAT HAPPENS TO YOU AND 90% WHAT YOU DO WITH WHAT HAPPENS TO YOU." ~ANONYMOUS"
www.etsy.com/shop/CollectThisTreasures
http://debbielynnf.blogspot.com
http://myworld.ebay.com/debbt |
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tammyc
True Blue Farmgirl
481 Posts
Tammy
Danville
California
USA
481 Posts |
Posted - Sep 22 2013 : 09:37:36 AM
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Peanut Butter and Crackers...I can do that! Thanks for all the great suggestions Julie, Debbie, Connie! I can't even imagine living her life...she's quite the inspiration! Question...where would you find Dunkin Donuts Coffee? I don't think I've ever seen it. Is it at grocery stores? I'm an unflavored Starbucks coffee person, so maybe I've just never looked :/ Medicinal teas...that is a great idea too. I'm looking forward to putting a box together for her!
Hugs, Tammy
"Be who you are and say what you like because the people who mind don't matter and the people who matter don't mind" - Dr. Seuss |
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treelady
True Blue Farmgirl
1305 Posts
Julie
medina
ND
USA
1305 Posts |
Posted - Sep 22 2013 : 09:51:26 AM
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I find Dunkin Donuts at my grocery store Tammy. It is a chain bakery and coffee shop, but not sure where all there stores are. I am a unflavored Caribou fresh coffee bean girl myself, preferably pressed and not brewed, but hubby is the old fashioned folgers guy, so we compromise, he gets his brewed folgers in the morning and if it is a chilly day I will make my caribou in the afternoon. I have recently made him a iced caribou coffee convert on hot days though, so maybe someday I can get him on board with the rest of my coffee addictions.
A little rain can straighten a flower stem. A little love can change a life.
Max Lucado |
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treelady
True Blue Farmgirl
1305 Posts
Julie
medina
ND
USA
1305 Posts |
Posted - Sep 22 2013 : 09:53:57 AM
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M' also loves beef jerky and pepperoni sticks. I haven't sent those to her in a long time.
A little rain can straighten a flower stem. A little love can change a life.
Max Lucado |
Edited by - treelady on Sep 22 2013 09:56:08 AM |
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tammyc
True Blue Farmgirl
481 Posts
Tammy
Danville
California
USA
481 Posts |
Posted - Sep 22 2013 : 09:57:52 AM
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Thanks Julie! Will add those to my shopping list! I guess I just never shop for coffee in the grocery store (yes I know..I'm a coffee snob), so I will check our Safeway. I love my coffee pressed like you ! Usually Peets or Starbucks or if I can find it Blue Bottle organic...YUMMY. Has to be unflavored with 1/2 and 1/2 not milk! Another question, you said Michele likes flavored creamers...can you find them unrefrigerated?
"Be who you are and say what you like because the people who mind don't matter and the people who matter don't mind" - Dr. Seuss |
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treelady
True Blue Farmgirl
1305 Posts
Julie
medina
ND
USA
1305 Posts |
Posted - Sep 22 2013 : 10:35:24 AM
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Yes you can Tammy. They come in little single serving pots. Next to the coffee. Usually in a pkg. of 24. Same varieties as in the refrigerated selection. Just don't make the same mistake I did last time I sent them. To save space, I opened the box and just tucked them into all the little empty crooks and crannies. Well during shipping some of them popped open and attracted some ants along the way. But M' is a good sport so when she wrote to thank me, she even thanked me for the extra passengers.
A little rain can straighten a flower stem. A little love can change a life.
Max Lucado |
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Rain K
True Blue Farmgirl
150 Posts
Rain
Paonia
CO
150 Posts |
Posted - Sep 22 2013 : 10:45:12 AM
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Not to sound totally behind the curve here, but I gather from this thread and the info sheet on Michele is living in upstate NY off the grid? Do you think she would enjoy some homemade jam, raspberry or blackberry? I just finished apple butter also. I have some mystery books I can send as I echo her love of a good mystery.
Thanks for the leg up!
Rain
Farmgirl #3381
The Ninth Wave
Earth Meat farms |
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
5769 Posts
Debbie Fischer
Coos Bay
OR
5769 Posts |
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tammyc
True Blue Farmgirl
481 Posts
Tammy
Danville
California
USA
481 Posts |
Posted - Sep 22 2013 : 11:22:19 AM
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Julie, that is too funny!!!! Of course, Michele would be a good sport...she is awesome! I will be careful when I pack :)
"Be who you are and say what you like because the people who mind don't matter and the people who matter don't mind" - Dr. Seuss |
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darlenelovesart
True Blue Farmgirl
6194 Posts
darlene
Loleta
California
USA
6194 Posts |
Posted - Sep 22 2013 : 5:16:19 PM
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I never thought of using TP for packing what a neat idea and useful later as well.
Thanks for all the good ideas to send Michele too.
Thanks
Darlene
Farmgirl # 4943
Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything.
Tell God what you need, and thank him for what he has done.
Philippians 4:6
Just follow God unquestioningly.
Because you love Him so, for if you trust His judgment there is nothing you need to know.
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LadyInRed
True Blue Farmgirl
296 Posts
PeggyAnn
Vancouver
WA
USA
296 Posts |
Posted - Sep 22 2013 : 8:16:48 PM
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Wow...all FABULOUS IDEAS GIRLS! Will keep those suggestions in mind when I send her
my next pkg. She is so much FUN to send to because she is so appreciative...and It must
feel nice to receive all our different boxes and pkgs and letters.
Hugs and Blessings,
Peggy
Farmgirl #1326
http://ladyinredsite.blogspot.com
"Leave Your Cares Behind...Join Us On The Porch"
"I'm only as strong as the caffeine I drink, the hair-spray I use and the Girlfriends that I have."
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darlenelovesart
True Blue Farmgirl
6194 Posts
darlene
Loleta
California
USA
6194 Posts |
Posted - Sep 23 2013 : 7:19:25 PM
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Great ideas, Thanks.
Farmgirl # 4943
Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything.
Tell God what you need, and thank him for what he has done.
Philippians 4:6
Just follow God unquestioningly.
Because you love Him so, for if you trust His judgment there is nothing you need to know.
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