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| CarpentersDau |
Posted - Jan 30 2013 : 07:37:47 AM
Howdy gals! This is my first post. I moved from Missouri to Iowa about 4 1/2 years ago to marry my dh. Been a country gal all of my life. Mary Jane's Farm has really helped me feel "at home" --especially love reading "what's for dinner tonight"!
Are there any gals out there from my neck o' the woods? Would love to compare gardening notes/rural life here in southern Iowa.
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| CarpentersDau |
Posted - Jan 31 2013 : 08:15:53 AM
Hi Joy,
Yes! We had quite a bunch of snow! Seems unusual now though, since it's been such a mild winter.
I am from northern Missouri -- not too far from Bethany, MO., which sets on I-35 about halfway between Kansas City, Missouri, and Des Moines. I only moved about 100 miles from MO. to where I live now, so the climate is very similar, but the growing season is a bit shorter here. We are anxious to start gardening too! One thing we struggle with is onions. We usually plant sets (I have planted seedlings too), but it seems hard to end up with big onions...how early do you set them out?
Beautiful  day here today, but COLD!
Nancy
[quote]Originally posted by JoyIowa
Hey Nancy,
Welcome to Iowa! I live about an hour north of you in Toledo. Right on 63! A friend of ours from college lives in Ottumwa. You certainly have gotten in on quite a storm the last two days. Where are you from in Missouri. My husband is originally from near Golden City, although he has lived here since he was five. Let me know what questions you have. I was born and raised in Iowa, but in the Northeast corner by Decorah. I have lived here in central Iowa for about 20 years, so I have adapted to the milder winter temps! Just started my seedlings last weekend, so am looking forward to having salad greens and radishes in a few weeks.
Joy
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| CarpentersDau |
Posted - Jan 31 2013 : 07:56:08 AM
Hi Terri,
Well, DH (if I am understanding the lingo right) means "dear hubby" for me. I believe DD means "dear daughter", etc. Correct me if I'm wrong gals!
IReckonSo |
| HemetGardener |
Posted - Jan 31 2013 : 07:19:20 AM
Can I ask a question? What does "DH" mean?
Terri
Farmgirl # 4720 |
| JoyIowa |
Posted - Jan 31 2013 : 05:33:07 AM
Hey Nancy,
Welcome to Iowa! I live about an hour north of you in Toledo. Right on 63! A friend of ours from college lives in Ottumwa. You certainly have gotten in on quite a storm the last two days. Where are you from in Missouri. My husband is originally from near Golden City, although he has lived here since he was five. Let me know what questions you have. I was born and raised in Iowa, but in the Northeast corner by Decorah. I have lived here in central Iowa for about 20 years, so I have adapted to the milder winter temps! Just started my seedlings last weekend, so am looking forward to having salad greens and radishes in a few weeks.
Joy
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Originally posted by CarpentersDau
Howdy gals! This is my first post. I moved from Missouri to Iowa about 4 1/2 years ago to marry my dh. Been a country gal all of my life. Mary Jane's Farm has really helped me feel "at home" --especially love reading "what's for dinner tonight"!
Are there any gals out there from my neck o' the woods? Would love to compare gardening notes/rural life here in southern Iowa.
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| CarpentersDau |
Posted - Jan 30 2013 : 8:31:18 PM
Thanks again to all you farm gals! I simply love being close to the land, and having kinship with other gals who feel the same way makes it all that much better!
Dh and I raise cattle, chickens, row crops and feed for the animals. We like being as self-sufficient as possible. MJF is a great resource!
I've always wanted to make my own braided rug, and I'm doing that this winter. It's made out of old socks and sweatshirt material!
Thanks again for welcoming me "to the farm"!
IReckonSo |
| Bonnie Ellis |
Posted - Jan 30 2013 : 8:02:41 PM
Welcome Nancy: I live in Minnesota but my grandfather lived in Ottumwa. I've been there a lot. I love Iowa. You'll love the gals there. Hope you can find some sisters in your area. Good luck.
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| HemetGardener |
Posted - Jan 30 2013 : 5:57:46 PM
Welcome,
I was born in Fort Dodge Iowa, Mom was born in Terrell and I can remember my grandma talking about friends in Ottumwa. I am in California now but we can always share about how our crops and families are growing.
Terri
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| buzzn bee |
Posted - Jan 30 2013 : 3:40:27 PM
Nancy,
A big hello and welcome from Muncie Indiana. Welcome to the sisterhood of farmsisters. A true place of inspiration, wisdom, and
love.
Nice to have another new farmsister!
Blessings and Hugs, Smiles and lots of Giggles!
Debbie H.
Buzzn Bee
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| laurentany |
Posted - Jan 30 2013 : 1:24:16 PM
Welcome Nancy from here on Long Island, NY!
You will find this to be a WONDERFUL place! Many, many warm and caring farmgirl sisters here!
Hop right in!
Hugs,
~Laurie
"Little Hen House on the Island"
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| marlee |
Posted - Jan 30 2013 : 1:17:03 PM
Hi Nancy, welcome to the farm!
Marlee
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| sjmjgirl |
Posted - Jan 30 2013 : 12:18:30 PM
Hi Nancy and welcome! This is such a great place, I think you'll really love it. Always good to meet another Iowa Farmgirl. I live about 20 minutes from Cedar Rapids and am currently sitting and watching the snow fall ( I think I'll be here awhile! LOL!). Again, welcome!
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| ceejay48 |
Posted - Jan 30 2013 : 10:46:12 AM
Hi Nancy,
WELCOME!
WELCOME!
WELCOME!
From this farmgirl in the Colorado Rocky Mountains!
You'll enjoy it here!
CJ
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| shanda |
Posted - Jan 30 2013 : 09:43:39 AM
Welcome Nancy, glad you found us! Enjoy your time here.
Shanda
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| CarpentersDau |
Posted - Jan 30 2013 : 08:39:35 AM
Thanks so much for all of the warm welcomes!! |
| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Jan 30 2013 : 08:35:17 AM
Welcome to the Farm Nancy, you are going to love it here.
Hugs,
Deborah
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| Bear5 |
Posted - Jan 30 2013 : 08:25:37 AM
Welcome, Nancy. I agree with the other girls; you will love it here on the MJF forum! Enjoy your time with us.
Marly
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| forgetmenot |
Posted - Jan 30 2013 : 08:25:11 AM
Hi, Nancy! Great to hear from another Iowa girl! You will love MJ's farm girl sisters. I live close to Mason City in north central Iowa. Can't wait to hear more about your interests!
Farmgirl sister #3926
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| crafter |
Posted - Jan 30 2013 : 08:16:45 AM
Welcome Nancy! You will love it here- so much support and love- ALL THE TIME!!!! So glad you are here- and I'm sure you will have lots to share with us too!!
Lori
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| jan49829 |
Posted - Jan 30 2013 : 08:09:42 AM
Welcome Nancy!!!! I know you will love it here and get lots of ideas, support, love, hugs and prayers.
Janet
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| Emily Anna |
Posted - Jan 30 2013 : 08:04:59 AM
Hi Nancy! Welcome! Once you start getting to know us farmgirls, you will feel even more at home! :)
Emily |
