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| joyfulmama |
Posted - Feb 24 2008 : 2:45:56 PM
This summer. Due to the fact that my baby sister is going through a terrible divorce and my fil is having some major health issues- he won't be with us for many more years. We have decided that since we don't own a house we should move back for a season. Are there any farm girls here from Northern California? We have family in Lodi, Valley Springs, Lockeford, Jackson.. We will be looking in Lockeford, Linden, Acampo, Lodi (in the country).
I am sad to leave the 2 farm girls I have met locally: Ronna and Theresa, but so hope to meet some local farm girls once we get there.. I am sure looking forward to some authentic mexican food! Lockeford and Lodi both have lots of Mexican farm workers.. Lodi has a huge Mexican food store- they have a salsa bar, guacamole bar, homemade tortillas etc.. yum!
Blessings, Debra
Psalms 23:1 "The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want."
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| joyfulmama |
Posted - Feb 26 2008 : 11:38:14 AM
Nannie, Thank you. Where exactly are you? I enjoyed your blog..
Blessings, Debra
Psalms 23:1 "The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want."
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| ACountryGirl |
Posted - Feb 26 2008 : 11:29:53 AM
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Originally posted by joyfulmama
This summer. Due to the fact that my baby sister is going through a terrible divorce and my fil is having some major health issues- he won't be with us for many more years. We have decided that since we don't own a house we should move back for a season. Are there any farm girls here from Northern California? We have family in Lodi, Valley Springs, Lockeford, Jackson.. We will be looking in Lockeford, Linden, Acampo, Lodi (in the country).
I am sad to leave the 2 farm girls I have met locally: Ronna and Theresa, but so hope to meet some local farm girls once we get there.. I am sure looking forward to some authentic mexican food! Lockeford and Lodi both have lots of Mexican farm workers.. Lodi has a huge Mexican food store- they have a salsa bar, guacamole bar, homemade tortillas etc.. yum!
Blessings, Debra
Psalms 23:1 "The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want."
http://myvintagehome.blogspot.com
http://woolieacres.net
Hi Debra I'm from Northern Cal.From the Outskirts of the Bay Area. Welcome home!
Nannie
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| joyfulmama |
Posted - Feb 26 2008 : 11:22:08 AM
I would love to go Santa Barbara, someday :-) not with 6 kiddos in tow... so I have a while before I attempt a vacation..
Blessings, Debra
Psalms 23:1 "The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want."
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| mima |
Posted - Feb 26 2008 : 11:20:01 AM
Okay! We went to Sacramento last winter I think it was about a 6 hour drive at least!!! But if you ever need a little vacation......
"No pessimist ever discovered the secrets of the stars,or sailed to an uncharted land or opened a new heaven to the human spirit." Helen Keller |
| joyfulmama |
Posted - Feb 26 2008 : 09:51:19 AM
Do you know where Sacramento is?? We will be about 40 minutes from there. Santa Barbara is a ways away isn't it? :-(
Blessings, Debra
Psalms 23:1 "The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want."
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http://woolieacres.net |
| mima |
Posted - Feb 26 2008 : 09:45:58 AM
Hey Debra!!!!I live right on the coast of California-between Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo!!! I'm not sure where Lodi is! But you are welcome to come over and hang out at the beach with me anytime!!! Hugs! There is such amazing beauty here!!!!!
"No pessimist ever discovered the secrets of the stars,or sailed to an uncharted land or opened a new heaven to the human spirit." Helen Keller |
| joyfulmama |
Posted - Feb 26 2008 : 08:39:11 AM
That sounds wonderful! You all know the area better than I- is there something really wonderful we can do? A tea house, antique stores etc... it would be fun! Should get Ronna in on this!
Blessings, Debra
Psalms 23:1 "The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want."
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| farmgrlchick |
Posted - Feb 25 2008 : 9:42:13 PM
YES! Let's plan on something, ok girls!
Farmgirl Blessings,
Theresa
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| joyfulmama |
Posted - Feb 25 2008 : 1:27:11 PM
We will definitely get together before I move! I promise!
Blessings, Debra
Psalms 23:1 "The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want."
http://myvintagehome.blogspot.com
http://woolieacres.net |
| Cindy Lee |
Posted - Feb 25 2008 : 1:13:41 PM
Debra, When you and Theresa get together, can I come? That way I can meet you both!
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| joyfulmama |
Posted - Feb 25 2008 : 07:29:48 AM
Probably no snow- but Idaho is still on our list. We know (unless God provides a miracle) that we won't be settling in CA forever. This is just a season.
Theresa, divorce is so hard on the children.. my heart is breaking for them.. I am glad we are in this position so we can be there for them.
Blessings, Debra
Psalms 23:1 "The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want."
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http://woolieacres.net |
| lisamarie508 |
Posted - Feb 25 2008 : 06:31:21 AM
Sorry you're family is suffering right now. Too bad that you won't make it up this way. Hopefully, you'll get SOME snow in N. Cal.!
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| farmgrlchick |
Posted - Feb 24 2008 : 8:24:38 PM
Oh Debra, I am so sorry for your sister and her children. Divorce isn't easy. To have family support is a must. Nice that you have the freedom to move and be there for you family.
Farmgirl Blessings,
Theresa
http://theresaslavenderbox.blogspot.com/ |
| joyfulmama |
Posted - Feb 24 2008 : 5:54:26 PM
Amanda, I grew up in Manteca- I am very familiar with Modesto. I also lived in Ceres for awhile. Before we moved to Nevada we lived in Pine Grove- it was just too far from my family- I hardly ever saw them. And we were far from good shopping. That's why we are sticking with areas close to Lodi/Stockton..
Our families just need us right now- California is not our first choice, nor is it where we want to settle down for good- but... since we are only renters we just feel we ought to be there for our families right now.
Blessings, Debra
Psalms 23:1 "The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want."
http://myvintagehome.blogspot.com
http://woolieacres.net |
| Firemama |
Posted - Feb 24 2008 : 4:42:09 PM
Debra I grew up on Modesto, so I know the area. I also have family up in Valley Springs, Clements area. Goodluck!!
Mama to 2
FarmGirl# 20
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| chessie |
Posted - Feb 24 2008 : 4:13:25 PM
Oh man Debra I wish you were coming to southern calif! I know there must be northern calif farmgirls out there. they are so lucky your coming...
love, karen
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| joyfulmama |
Posted - Feb 24 2008 : 4:02:54 PM
Theresa, We definitely have to get together! As many times as possible. We don't know if we will move the beginning or the end of the summer. We have to find the right house- that will be the deciding factor. I just got off the phone with my sister who is going through the divorce.. Her girls are having a hard time of it. And they aren't showing mom any affection or compassion.. I can't wait to get there and give them girls some love and a good talking to! :-)
Blessings, Debra
Psalms 23:1 "The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want."
http://myvintagehome.blogspot.com
http://woolieacres.net |
| farmgrlchick |
Posted - Feb 24 2008 : 3:07:45 PM
Debra! Hate to loose you to california. Summer is a few months off, hopefully we can get together before you go....I am so thankful for computers and emailing. We can still keep in touch. May the California state welcome you with sunshine, grace and mercy!
Farmgirl Blessings,
Theresa
http://theresaslavenderbox.blogspot.com/ |
