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| Audra Rose |
Posted - Oct 31 2016 : 11:45:11 AM
We went to Kentucky for a church homecoming, and took some time to check out properties near Irvine that we saw on Zillow. Somehow our GPS got confused in the mountains, but we found the property I had my eye on purely by accident. It is everything that I want - a view, quiet, and a small house. The only problem is that we aren't ready to retire for anot her couple years, and can't afford two mortgages. I hope the LORD will keep it for us!  
Farmgirl Sister #6754
Doxie Mom - Everyone loves a Weiner!
Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle. |
| 25 L A T E S T R E P L I E S (Newest First) |
| nndairy |
Posted - Apr 13 2026 : 12:11:40 PM
Can't wait to see what your first project is!
~Heather
“I would rather be on my farm than be emperor of the world.” — George Washington
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| StitchinWitch |
Posted - Apr 12 2026 : 6:28:26 PM
I sew my treadle belts together. It's quieter than the click click click of the sound of the staple. If, after time, your belt stretches you can just trim the end and sew together again. Poking the hole with an awl first helps.
Judith
7932 FGOTM 6/21 6/24 12/25
I'm old and I wear purple |
| Audra Rose |
Posted - Apr 12 2026 : 5:09:58 PM
Just an update on Chantal (the singer). I've been fiddling with the belt, and it's almost tight enough, but the staple that's supposed to hold both ends together broke with all the on and off adjustments. So now I'll either sew the ends together with upholstery thread or drive to the sewing machine shop to see if the owner has extra staples. I've also looked up how to thread it, and am ready to go.
Vanessa
Farmgirl Sister #6754
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| MaryJanesNiece |
Posted - Apr 03 2026 : 3:57:55 PM
Vanessa, I bet Rose is going to love her new expanded fence line! Hopefully she doesn't find any weakness.
Krista
Farmgirl Sister #528
Farmgirl Of The Year 2025 |
| Audra Rose |
Posted - Apr 02 2026 : 5:06:23 PM
I've ordered the leather belt and looked up a couple tutorials on how to install it.
In the meantime, I used our excess fencing to expand the dogs yard. There's a slight jog in the fence line, so I may use extras to smooth it out.
Rose is exploring and checking for weaknesses.
Vanessa
Farmgirl Sister #6754
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| nndairy |
Posted - Apr 01 2026 : 6:37:47 PM
What wonderful additions to your sewing room! I can't wait to see what you stitch up on your new machine.
~Heather
“I would rather be on my farm than be emperor of the world.” — George Washington
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| MaryJanesNiece |
Posted - Apr 01 2026 : 4:28:26 PM
Vanessa, your treasures are beautiful! That expanding box is so neat! There is so much room for amazing things. Enjoy your new treasures.
Krista
Farmgirl Sister #528
Farmgirl Of The Year 2025 |
| Wanda Sue |
Posted - Mar 31 2026 : 12:55:59 AM
Beautiful treasures Vanessa! My grandmas had one of those expanding boxes and I loved looking through all of the things.
A day hemmed in prayer is less likely to unravel.
Farm Girl #3677
Farmgirl of the Month: Aug/2022
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| StitchinWitch |
Posted - Mar 30 2026 : 8:32:12 PM
Vanessa you are going to have so much fun sewing with your new machine. I have several treadle machines and love sewing with them. I also have one of those little expanding sewing boxes that my sister found at a thrift store. It's perfect for keeping patterns and spools.
Judith
7932 FGOTM 6/21 6/24 12/25
I'm old and I wear purple |
| Jokamartell |
Posted - Mar 30 2026 : 6:37:25 PM
I love this so much!! :) What amazing goodies! Thanks for sharing!
Karen :)
To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha |
| Audra Rose |
Posted - Mar 30 2026 : 6:05:27 PM
W hoa Nelly, it has been a while since I have posted any news, although February and March are the most boring months in these parts. Last Saturday my sweetie got me a 1898 Singer treadle sewing machine. It needs a new belt, and also had the accessory instruction book and the accessories.
On top of that, we got a sewing box chock full of vintage spools, buttons, and other sewing items.
My sewing room is getting a bit crowded!
Vanessa
Farmgirl Sister #6754
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| Nancy Joplin |
Posted - Feb 03 2026 : 6:46:05 PM
So sorry for the loss of your sweet baby! It is hard to lose a good friend.
Nancy 8352
FGOTM Oct 2024 |
| Red Tractor Girl |
Posted - Feb 03 2026 : 08:00:15 AM
Tina, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your sweet and much loved dog. Oh how it makes one's heart ache to lose such a friend. Hugs to you today!
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015
FGOTM- October 2018 |
| Audra Rose |
Posted - Jan 31 2026 : 12:56:52 PM
It's been one of those days. I had low tires and was adding air to them, but one tire had a valve cap stuck on. I'm leery of forcing it or applying heat in case I mess up the tire.
Then there was a "pop" in the toilet tank and the water started running. We got a new set of innards and put them in. Now just checking that there's no drips.
And we're still married.
Vanessa
Farmgirl Sister #6754
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| nndairy |
Posted - Jan 24 2026 : 08:54:08 AM
Sorry to hear you lost Tina! You can see how happy she was in that picture. Big hug to you!!!
~Heather
“I would rather be on my farm than be emperor of the world.” — George Washington
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| MaryJanesNiece |
Posted - Jan 23 2026 : 1:04:34 PM
Vanessa, I am so very sorry for your loss. This breaks my heart and I wish we could keep our fur babies forever.
Krista
Farmgirl Sister #528
Farmgirl Of The Year 2025 |
| Audra Rose |
Posted - Jan 23 2026 : 04:04:40 AM
Thank you, sisters. Things are settling in a new rhythm, but I anticipate there will be days when I'll be reminded of her. I don't need to mop up puddles as much though.
Vanessa
Farmgirl Sister #6754
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| Wanda Sue |
Posted - Jan 22 2026 : 09:00:34 AM
So sorry Vanessa, love and (((hugs)))
A day hemmed in prayer is less likely to unravel.
Farm Girl #3677
Farmgirl of the Month: Aug/2022
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| Killarney |
Posted - Jan 22 2026 : 07:10:02 AM
Vanessa, so sorry, I know she had a happy life with you! I love your comforter!
Connie sue |
| ddmashayekhi |
Posted - Jan 22 2026 : 05:43:12 AM
I'm so sorry for your loss Vanessa. Tina looked like a very happy girl. I'm sure she had a wonderful long life with you and your family.
Dawn in IL
“It seems like everything sleeps in winter, but it’s really a time of renewal and reflection.” — Elizabeth Camden |
| StitchinWitch |
Posted - Jan 21 2026 : 11:38:32 PM
(((Hugs Vanessa))) It's so hard to lose our fur babies.
Judith
7932 FGOTM 6/21 6/24 12/25
I'm old and I wear purple |
| Jokamartell |
Posted - Jan 21 2026 : 7:50:35 PM
Vanessa, I’m so sorry that you lost your fur baby. Hugs to you.
Karen :)
To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha |
| churunga |
Posted - Jan 21 2026 : 4:58:01 PM
Dad told me about this. Tina was the boss dog in the house. She kept everyone in line and had the humans trained to give her carrots.
Marie
Sister #5142
Farmgirl of the Month May 2014 and August 2024
Try everything once and the fun things twice. |
| Audra Rose |
Posted - Jan 21 2026 : 3:14:48 PM
Cold weather is here and colder weather is coming this weekend, so it's time for the feather bed.
My sweetie gave me this dachshund duvet cover a year or so ago.
Sadly, my little old Tina passed away last Friday. She was in her high teens and had a full life.
Vanessa
Farmgirl Sister #6754
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| Killarney |
Posted - Jan 12 2026 : 8:13:23 PM
Awww Rose is s pretty girl, found herself a treasure.
Connie Sue |
