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| BlueEggBabe |
Posted - Oct 05 2005 : 08:32:32 AM
Dear farmgirls,
I am feeling more functional today and finally able to share some photos from Saturday in NYC with the MJFarmgirls. It truly was a blast.
I'll just send you right to them at :
url]www.feedsackfarmgirls.blogspot.com[/url]
More to come there with pics from my booth at the farmer's market, chickens, etc.
BTW, if any of you are considering a blog or just posting photos,
Blogspot is a breeze, even for computer handicaps like me.
BEB Sue
"If more of us valued good food, cheer and song above hoarded gold,the world would be a merrier place."
J.J.R.Tolkien |
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| BlueEggBabe |
Posted - Oct 08 2005 : 5:05:14 PM
Meadowlark,
The recent scare at Penn Station is unsettling, for sure.GULP!
Even last weekend, however, there were many more uniformed police officers than I have seen in the past and also many camoflauged guys carrying(in their hands!!) wicked looking machine guns. Their presence was both comforting and scary, too.I will never forget my day in the big city, but I was very happy to be home.
Thanks for thinkin' of me  .
"If more of us valued good food, cheer and song above hoarded gold,the world would be a merrier place."
J.J.R.Tolkien |
| MeadowLark |
Posted - Oct 08 2005 : 4:39:37 PM
As I have been watching the news on the terror threat to NYC subways I can't help but think of you Sue...and traveling last weekend. Part of Penn station has been shut down. Knowing that someone I care for and consider a good friend in harms way gave me pause... I am glad you are safe, and that the people in charge of guarding the transportation system there are doing a wonderful job keeping these precious souls safe. That includes the air industry and the crew from Idaho! We all live in a fabulous country!!!
If I keep a green bough in my heart, the singing bird will come. |
| Utahfarmgirl |
Posted - Oct 06 2005 : 8:32:26 PM
Susan and Julie ~ what wonderful accounts of your NYC adventure! Wish I could have been there, but Jenny and I had to settle for Provo in the rain, lol! I'm so glad you had this experience!
Happy Wishes! |
| BlueEggBabe |
Posted - Oct 06 2005 : 7:31:54 PM
Hi Meadowlark,
Wondered where you were today!
a size 6??  Honey, you need to be sitting down there to the right with those other two boot birds...and maybe bring along Lucinda with her 22 inch waist. This purebred German stock hasn't seen a size 6 since before my first child was born!
Those are Durango boots, maybe the same holds true as the Fryes.
Ive got my toes crossed!
"If more of us valued good food, cheer and song above hoarded gold,the world would be a merrier place."
J.J.R.Tolkien |
| BlueEggBabe |
Posted - Oct 06 2005 : 7:20:47 PM
Bramble,
My giant basket was put behind the MJF booth for the day as they took pity on me and invited me to quit dragging it around 
The woman I met on the train was from Washington, DC and her name was Angie.She brought her nephew on his first trip to NYC. They had to split up on the train because it was pretty full, so she sat with me and he sat a few rows ahead.
After a few minutes of small talk, she began to unfold, piece by piece, a personal story that was remarkably similiar to something that I experienced about 10 years ago. So similiar were the unusual circumstances that we knew instantly why she "chose" to sit with me.
The next two hours flew by, but it was simply a healing encounter for both of us. Serendipity, they call it, right?
Oh yes, MCC did sing the bug song 
"If more of us valued good food, cheer and song above hoarded gold,the world would be a merrier place."
J.J.R.Tolkien |
| bramble |
Posted - Oct 06 2005 : 6:31:16 PM
Sue and all-- What fun , what fun! I had hoped to be able to go and was holding out for a last minute change of plans but was committed elsewhere. I am so glad you all got to meet and have a wonderful day.
Did Mary sing that song "Sometimes you're the windshield, sometimes you're the bug..."? That was one of my son's favorite songs in the car when he was little! And Little Feats "Mighty Rad Gumbo" but I digress...).
Sue was the woman on the train's name Rachel? My college roomate was in NYC this past weekend and she emailed me she met a woman she thought I would have liked to have met! Wouldn't that be the absolute weirdest thing if that was who YOU met?!Stranger things have happened for sure! Anyway... thanks for sharing your pictures they were great. I have one question: Where is the picture of the giant basket?!
with a happy heart |
| MeadowLark |
Posted - Oct 06 2005 : 5:32:39 PM
Sue, Love those pics of the feet...it's just the angle of the camera sweetie, not the size of your feet! Your boots look like Fryes...I had a pair of Fryes in college back in the 70's...they made my feet look big. I wear a size 6! You all look so pretty and sweet in your outfits! What a wonderful day it must have been for all of you! Great memories! Thanks for sharing with us!
If I keep a green bough in my heart, the singing bird will come. |
| BlueEggBabe |
Posted - Oct 06 2005 : 12:09:51 PM
Gosh, I JUST put it up!!
To all, here is the new addition to the blog:
www.feedsackfarmgirls.blogspot.com
snort??? Cool!HA!
"If more of us valued good food, cheer and song above hoarded gold,the world would be a merrier place."
J.J.R.Tolkien |
| Julie |
Posted - Oct 06 2005 : 12:05:48 PM
Sue, you just kill me!!!!!! Just pulled up your site and saw the photo of our feet. I'm still laughing. Good thing I'm in the bunkhouse alone, otherwise someone would think I'm nuts........Red Footed Moscow Mini...more laughter, even a snort.... I love you!!!!!!
Julie
Food Stylin' & Fancy Free |
| Clare |
Posted - Oct 06 2005 : 11:51:01 AM
Ohhh, my, too much fun!!! (NOT!!) Great pics everyone!
May the sun bring you new energy by day, may the moon softly restore you by night, may the rain wash away your worries, may the breeze blow new strength into your being, may you walk gently through the world and know its beauty all the days of your life. ~~Apache Blessing
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| Julie |
Posted - Oct 06 2005 : 11:43:06 AM
Pictures from NYC have arrived!!!!!!!! Carol was so gracious to load them for us. Farmgirls in a city of adventure and happiness……..Love to all, Julie
http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/new-york.asp
Food Stylin' & Fancy Free |
| Cindylou |
Posted - Oct 06 2005 : 09:22:41 AM
BEB Sue ! Thanks for the tip! I didn't scroll all the way down the first time, just clicked on the links to the pictures. I LOVE the picture of you in the pink farmgirl hat! Your smile is contagious, I grinned right back at ya! I had dinner at Julie Bell's last night ~ she just bubbled over with nice things to say about you. She absolutely knew from the moment she met you that there was an instant connection! You are a true blue farmgirl friend! Julie and MaryJane loved getting to know you!! Thanks for being YOU!!
love ya,
MaryJane's Left-Hand Farmgirl
Cindylou
cindylou@maryjanesfarm.org |
| Shirley |
Posted - Oct 05 2005 : 11:48:28 PM
WOW , it looks like loads of fun.
Thanks for the pics and all the info.
I like the Amish ladies story to.
FUN FUN
shirley |
| The Handmaiden |
Posted - Oct 05 2005 : 7:43:14 PM
Blueeggbabe...you are true blue thru and thru, the real deal!!! Thank you for sharing all the smiles and fun!
The collective creative talent and energy in this group boggles the mind!
"Faith shall finish all that Hope begins."
joan walsh anglund |
| westernhorse51 |
Posted - Oct 05 2005 : 7:32:49 PM
wow, you gals had a great time! Sue your pictures were great, love the amish story. Isn't NYC the greatest city in the world? Big as it is, it's full of warm spots. Michele
she selects wool and flax and works with eager hands Prov.31:13 |
| BlueEggBabe |
Posted - Oct 05 2005 : 7:00:18 PM
CindyLou,
I am there on the blog, Hon.....look again!
If you scroll all the way down to the very bottom of the page, that would be me in the pink cowgirl hat.Then, if you scroll up from there,
there is a photo of Kate, MJ & BlueEggBabe.
Okay,now I am going to have to post the pic showing our 3 pairs of farmgirl boots......but I send a disclaimer with this one:
Those Idaho farmgirls grow real small feet!! My feet are average size ...but is it the angle or what?? MY FEET LOOK ENORMOUS!!
Ha! Watch for the new pics tomorrow......
"If more of us valued good food, cheer and song above hoarded gold,the world would be a merrier place."
J.J.R.Tolkien |
| Clare |
Posted - Oct 05 2005 : 4:55:26 PM
Julie Belle, you're gonna win a writin' award too! Can't wait to see your pics and glad you had a wuuunnnderful time!
May the sun bring you new energy by day, may the moon softly restore you by night, may the rain wash away your worries, may the breeze blow new strength into your being, may you walk gently through the world and know its beauty all the days of your life. ~~Apache Blessing
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| MeadowLark |
Posted - Oct 05 2005 : 4:51:05 PM
Oh Julie, All I can say is WOW and GOLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLYYYYYYYYYY!!!! Beautiful visuals!
If I keep a green bough in my heart, the singing bird will come. |
| Julie |
Posted - Oct 05 2005 : 4:42:34 PM
If I am able to come down to earth from our NYC trip, I just may be able to breath again….Picture this, farmgirls and boys hovering over NYC with our noses pressed as close to the plane windows as possible. “Look, it’s the statue of Liberty”, says Kate. “Oh my God, I can’t believe we are really here”, says Anna. For the next 5 days, not a one of us felt our feet touch the ground. Our bags where packed with MJ foods, aprons, marshmallow tins, yellow enamel pans, cowgirl boots, vintage jewelry and our best party outfits. I can only imagine what the airline crew thought about all of this as our luggage was being scanned.
Saturday, October 1, “Be Creative New York” explodes in Central Park. Tents, vintage cloths, old bicycles, baskets, yarn, apples, women in aprons with their bags filled to the top! ‘The Dish’, outdoor kitchen set up by KitchenAid, not quite our plum pit kitchen, but who would complain with all the modern equipment. MJ and I start the day off with a cooking demo of our Cauliflower and Garlic BakeOver. The smell was incredible. Garlic for breakfast PLEAZZZZZ. Later in the afternoon, we made smores’. What a sticky, yummy mess of chocolate, homemade marshmallows, and graham crackers. After the demo, we served the crowd. It was so cute, all these women with marshmallow cream all over their faces. You just have to laugh and we did. Excitement was in the air. Women and men, searching for that prized position to carry home. I wondered over to our little booth, standing quiet for the first time today, I looked up and there she was, BlueEggBabe. As soon as I looked into her sparkling eyes, I knew it was she. Hugs, squeals, kisses, and arms flying in the air!!! It was as though we have always been best of friends, we just needed the right moment to touch. She even came baring gifts. A beautiful cigar box, covered in mail art deco, and filled with her famous apothecary goods. Thanks from all of us for keeping us healthy Sue. Of course, there was the white vintage blouse and freshly made apron. You know the routine, just like the night before Christmas when we are finishing the last stitch of that special project before the children awake. We talked of our families, Sue’s beautiful farm and laughed all day. The concert was so inspiring as Mary sang her heart out in the bright sunlight. There was a pool of women sitting on the ground, soaking in her every note. MARY, I want to have you over for dinner!!!! You too, BlueEggBabe. And then, ever so slowly, the day came to an end. We had to say goodbye. I walked Sue to the door (front gate) just as if she had been a visitor in my home. ‘Be safe Sue’, I said as she walked away. It was as though I was leaving my child on the street corner alone. So glad you made in back to your little nest BlueEggBabe. What a pleasure to have met you.
It feels good to be home. The leaves are turning a golden yellow and the smell of coolness is in the air. New York is wonderful, but there’s no place like home. Thank you NYC for having us as your guest and showing us what an exciting city, full of beautiful people you have. I look forward to our next adventure together.
I'll post my pictures tomorrow.
Food Stylin' & Fancy Free |
| Aunt Jenny |
Posted - Oct 05 2005 : 3:52:02 PM
I even feel out of place (like a big old cow shopping hillbilly) going to Provo...NYC ..wow that would be surreal for me! SOunds and looks like you had so much fun Sue!! Thanks so much for posting the pics!!
Jenny in Utah
Put all your eggs in one basket..and then watch that basket!! Mark Twain |
| MeadowLark |
Posted - Oct 05 2005 : 3:16:51 PM
BEB, I'm just teasin ya bout the men scooping...but I am sure THEY were doin the scoopin on you!!!! Love the Amish ladies story...did your big basket get searched by security? It is wondrous how people respond to one another in all situations...and most often so reassuring and heartwarming! That is what I love most about travel...WE are just one big family! I have never been "back east"...I would love to though... talk about a deer in the headlights look! I would look like I just fell off a turnip truck! NYC would be the consumate big city trip for me! Oh well, some day...
If I keep a green bough in my heart, the singing bird will come. |
| Cindylou |
Posted - Oct 05 2005 : 1:54:53 PM
Oh my goodness! Julie Bell is back! She showed us her NYC pictures ~ BlueEggBabe Sue, it is wonderful to see your beautiful smiling face! Your apron is gorgeous! Your farmgirl style is admirable! Julie enjoyed your company so much!! The photos of you, Julie and MaryJane's cowboy boots are just too cute!! Your apothecary box of herbal remedies and teas reflects another one of your creative sides! You are a multi-faceted and very talented farmgirl!! It is an honor to have you here on the Farmgirl Connection!!!!
love ya!
MaryJane's Left-Hand Farmgirl
Cindylou
cindylou@maryjanesfarm.org |
| TheSoapMaven |
Posted - Oct 05 2005 : 11:37:13 AM
Oh....so so....lovely. What a great blog - THANK YOU for sharing. From one Susan to another!!!
Susan
Proprietress of Dahlem's Soapworks http://www.thesoapmaven.com
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| Cindylou |
Posted - Oct 05 2005 : 11:34:37 AM
Sue ~ I didn't see a picture of you on the blog?? What am I missing? I'd love to see your smiling face!!
Would you mind if I share your blog link in the Chapter Leader Newsletter?? MaryJane won't be home until late Friday night and I'm itching to let the Chapter Leaders in on the NYC event. I think they would love to read your story and see the pictures. Please let me know what you think!
love ya,
MaryJane's Left-Hand Farmgirl
Cindylou
cindylou@maryjanesfarm.org |
| BlueApple |
Posted - Oct 05 2005 : 11:29:33 AM
Thank you much! These are just great! What a wonderful trip for all of you!
Julia
BlueApple Farm |
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