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| MaryJane |
Posted - Mar 25 2014 : 4:07:33 PM
We are so sad to hear that farmgirl Brandy Ogle Ward (bducky55) is one of the people missing in the Washington state mudslide. The Oso mudslide is one of the worst disasters ever in Washington state, with
14 people now known to be dead and 176 listed as missing. Brandy's husband, Timothy Ward, is one of five people being treated for injuries from the slide at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle. He's listed in serious condition, and Brandy is listed as missing. Their home, which was directly in the path of the slide, was swept away.
Brandy took great pride in being a farmgirl, as you can see from this photo that she posted in January on my Facebook page with the following message:
MJ~look what my neighbor surprised me with!!!!
Our thoughts and prayers are with Brandy and husband Timothy and family.
MaryJane, Farmgirl #1 Plowin' Thru ~ giving aprons a good wrap for 45 years and counting ~
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| katmom |
Posted - Jun 25 2014 : 9:56:12 PM
MB, thank you for sharing about your post on your blog.
hugz
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| mrssarahhall |
Posted - Jun 24 2014 : 11:50:13 AM
I am so sorry to hear this terrible news about Brandy, I hope her family can find comfort and closure. They are all in my thoughts.
Sarah
Farmgirl # 5223
"For beautiful eyes, look for the good in others; for beautiful lips, speak only words of kindness; and for poise, walk with the knowledge that you are never alone." - Audrey Hepburn
All good things are wild and free- Henry David Thoreau
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| Marybeth |
Posted - Jun 23 2014 : 11:00:36 PM
I went to the Darrington Rodeo Saturday. A memorial for the Oso slide was included. I posted some of it on my blog.
www.smallcityscene.blogspot.com
MB
http://www.smallcityscenes.blogspot.com
www.day4plus.blogspot.com
"Life may not be the party we hoped for...but while we are here we might as well dance!" |
| Nana Shirl |
Posted - Jun 23 2014 : 9:49:54 PM
Oh my goodness..my heart is so heavy for the loss of this awesome farm girl..I had not heard..you all will help her family heal...in time...blessings all ...Nana Shirl
You can't get a cup of tea big enough or a book long enough to suit me. ~C.S. Lewis |
| hoosiercountry |
Posted - Jun 13 2014 : 4:53:09 PM
I mailed the chickens, they will get there Wednesday. Karla
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| Beth Jones |
Posted - Jun 03 2014 : 05:42:39 AM
It is so sad to hear this about Brandy...."Those that we hold in our hearts, never die". Rest in Peace.............
You can never be to kind! |
| Bear5 |
Posted - Jun 02 2014 : 12:52:41 PM
Thanks for the updates.
Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
| laurzgot |
Posted - Jun 02 2014 : 10:44:23 AM
Sending my soap bottle apron.
Laurie
"Smile and be yourself everyday"
Country girl at heart
Laurie
Aprons and More by Laurie is on my FB page. www.facebook.com Aprons and More by Laurie/2487022
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| naturemaiden |
Posted - Jun 01 2014 : 12:08:12 PM
I knew about the mudslide, but I just read about Brandy today in the sister issue. (I haven't been online much). This is so sad! My heart goes out to her family.
Brandy sounded like a wonderful person! What a loss!
Connie
http://www.naturemaiden.com/ Handcrafted Soap & Candles
http://saratoga-rose.blogspot.com/ My published books & other writing.
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http://www.thriftyfarmgirl.com/ Vintage Sewing Machine Parts
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| knittingmom |
Posted - May 31 2014 : 11:44:01 AM
Praying for this family and all those affected by the slides.
Farmgirl Sister #3759
"There is no foot so small that it cannot leave an imprint on this world"
"The things that matter most are not really things after all" |
| laurzgot |
Posted - May 30 2014 : 5:17:00 PM
I'll be sending a apron for a large soap bottle. I'll be glad to help one of our farm girls family.
Laurie
"Smile and be yourself everyday"
Country girl at heart
Laurie
Aprons and More by Laurie is on my FB page. www.facebook.com Aprons and More by Laurie/2487022
www.etsy.com/people/Aprons And Home Decor |
| Killarney |
Posted - May 30 2014 : 4:53:19 PM
I am sending a garden style wood block art. I was so sad when I read this. MJF brought her so much joy ! as it does to 1000's of us Farm Girls! I am honored to send something to her family!
Connie
Imagine....#3392
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| MaryJane |
Posted - May 30 2014 : 06:03:31 AM
Great ideas so far.
MaryJane, Farmgirl #1 Plowin' Thru ~ giving aprons a good wrap for 45 years and counting ~
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| katmom |
Posted - May 29 2014 : 4:22:40 PM
Farm girls taking care of Farm girls and their families...
Love this place!
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| hoosiercountry |
Posted - May 29 2014 : 3:42:47 PM
I will be sending 3 life size carved chickens for stand in's of "her girls". Karla |
| Cissik |
Posted - May 29 2014 : 3:41:10 PM
Thanks Brian and Mary Jane for keeping us updated. I have a quilt ready to send her.
Sylvia
Kent, WA
Farm Girl #5389
http://vintagehousegoods.blogspot.com |
| Brian |
Posted - May 29 2014 : 10:47:23 AM
I went ahead and deleted all the references to Tiffany's old address in this thread to hopefully avoid confusion. |
| gramadinah |
Posted - May 29 2014 : 10:34:42 AM
Quilt squares on the way.
Diana
Farmgirl Sister #273 |
| Dirtduchess |
Posted - May 29 2014 : 10:17:48 AM
I will be so glad to participate. My daughter-in-law make the most beautiful organic soap from her milk goats. I will send a bar of that soap. This is such a good idea. Bless her family.
Patsy
Farmgirl 4678
Leave room in your garden for the fairies to dance. |
| MaryJane |
Posted - May 29 2014 : 10:10:49 AM
I'm sending a few issues of my magazine, my newest book, Milk Cow Kitchen, and a handmade July 4th patriotic pillow that Brandy would have loved for her front porch.
MaryJane, Farmgirl #1 Plowin' Thru ~ giving aprons a good wrap for 45 years and counting ~
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| MaryJane |
Posted - May 29 2014 : 10:08:29 AM
Brandy's daughter, Tiffany, is planning a celebration of Brandy Ogle Ward's life for June 22.
She's trying to put together a table presentation of the things Brandy cherished most. Since all of her worldly possessions were destroyed in the mud slide, Tiffany asked if I could send a few farmgirl things her way.
For sure, I told her I can send a few things, but I asked her if farmgirls could lend a hand and help FILL that table. She was thrilled with the idea of us sending small farmgirl items--the kinds of things that meant so much to Brandy. Things like canned goods, quilt squares, mail art, chicken décor, vintage clothing, etc.
Please send your items well in advance of June 22. Don't use earlier addresses you may have for Tiffany because she's moved closer to her dad to help him recover from his injuries.
Address to use:
Tiffany Burdette
19719 Dry Slough Road
Mt. Vernon, Washington 98273
Post here what it is you plan on sending. I’m sure it will boost their spirits to see what’s coming their way! Let’s rally!!!!
MaryJane, Farmgirl #1 Plowin' Thru ~ giving aprons a good wrap for 45 years and counting ~
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| Bear5 |
Posted - Apr 16 2014 : 11:11:21 AM
My deepest sympathy to the family.
Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
| prayin granny |
Posted - Apr 12 2014 : 05:07:45 AM
Thank you, Maryjane, for sharing and posting the letter for us.
There are no words for the tragedy that happened there.
Hugs,
Linda
http://grannysbirds.blogspot.com/
Country at Heart
'For I know the plans I have for you......'
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| Rosemary |
Posted - Apr 11 2014 : 6:37:55 PM
I am so touched by Tiffany's letter; I know we all are. Thank you, MaryJane, for sharing it with us, and also posting how those of us who are able to do so can contribute something to the help the family. I think it would deb lovely if Tiffany had a lifetime subscription to the magazine in her mother's memory. |
| Logan Landing Chick |
Posted - Apr 11 2014 : 06:55:21 AM
How awful. So sad to hear this. Prayers . Logan Landing Chick
Happy glamping!!! |
