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| ruralfarmgirl |
Posted - Jan 19 2009 : 11:45:28 AM
while it is hard to say what I love the most.. I think I have narrowed it down to how much I really love how they have themes. For me it makes it so much easier to find what I am looking for since I keep them like "collector pieces". It seems that every conversation I have these days leads to me saying "Oh I saw that in MaryJanes magazine" ....I also love how other farmgirls are highlighted, and the photos are so amazing,and how unlike some magazines on the shelves, it contains content not just mindless ads. I always walk away learning something new, knowing more about someone, or something or feeling as I have expanded my own purpose and meaning. I feel more equipped somehow to go out and live the life I desire to live and be the person I want to be...while my list of WHY I love it so much can go on and on.. I do think that the fact that the themes of the magazines help me to quickly find the things that I want to share with others is one of the most charished features.. What about you?
Rene~Prosser Farmgirl #185
http://farmchicksfarm.blogspot.com/
Circumstances made us FRIENDS; MaryJane's has made us SISTERS :) |
| 25 L A T E S T R E P L I E S (Newest First) |
| tinarie |
Posted - Feb 14 2010 : 12:54:37 PM
Nana Shirl I just love what you wrote and I love your quote by C.S. Lewis. I love the smell of burning leaves and days gone by. I have a big Walton's fan for that very reason. My second name is Olivia Walton:) I love my aprons and in my mind enjoying days like in those tough but simpler times.
...When one flower blooms,spring awakens everywhere....
- John O'Donohue
Sweet B Papers My Etsy Shop
tinarie21.etsy.com |
| Nana Shirl |
Posted - Feb 14 2010 : 11:44:37 AM
I was soo happy to find MJF this person I have had inside me waiting to get out has found a place to BE...I am a lover of things past..a keeper of the flame..Long for bygone days..quiet times on grandmas lap...the scent of lilacs by the bedroom window...Lace curtains fluttering in the breeze..cinnamon rolls and fall leaves burning..once upon a time I think we had more time to live loving life even tho times were hard..there was a connection...I can go back to some of that when I leaf thru my MJFM..I tie on an apron and step back with the rest of the farmgirls to a place I can BE ME..Blessings..Nana Shirl
You can't get a cup of tea big enough or a book long enough to suit me. ~C.S. Lewis |
| tinarie |
Posted - Feb 13 2010 : 5:22:19 PM
I purchased my first issue of MJF in Vermont. We were vacationing there and it was our first time to such a beautiful place. I needed something to read at night and fell in love with the magazine. It's perfect for someone like me wanting a farm but not having one. I like to pretend. I have the old house and wrap around porches. I have a lemon tree, blueberries and thornless blackberries. So that's a start:) I hope to have a clothes line this summer. I will have to enclose my backyard first because of restrictions in the historic district. But I can't wait. The magazine is a joy to look at. I never glance through it I always save it for the porch swing. What a wonderful read. I'm so happy I found it and love to share copies with my mother.
...When one flower blooms,spring awakens everywhere....
- John O'Donohue |
| remembrance farmgirl |
Posted - Feb 13 2010 : 3:11:43 PM
I got my first issue this month & I love it!
C
I will work harder! |
| dandelionhouse |
Posted - Feb 01 2010 : 4:54:59 PM
I love how MJF is filled with rich content from " real lives" of all sorts of people with very little advertising. My mom and I counted over 50 adds in a REAL SIMPLE magazine once..not exagerating. There was nothing to read! I love how the magazine is laid out in sections.. sort of like a binder so you always know where to go to find that something special...I love the recycled paper feel and touch and how pretty the magazine is with the scrap book paper backgrounds, quotes, and curly cue font style's here and there... mostly I love how inspired I have become since finding MJF and how much of my self I have uncovered since reading it. Plain and simple.. I think the magazine will have a huge effect on the healing of our country... with all of us farmgirls scattered about but " together in spirit" passing out good will, good ideas, and sharing our creative talents. Lastly, Mary Janes Farm brings out the patriot in me! It reminds me of the America I grew up in and pine for all at the same time. One issue at a time Mary Janes Farm brings us all a little closer to home...The blogs are great too! They offer a wonderful way to keep the farmgirl spirit alive between issues! I try not to read my entire magazine in one sitting... but it is hard!!!
I think that just about says it all for this farmgirl!
Deb~ www.deborahjeansdandelionhouse.com
home is where we all craft the life of our dreams. |
| Nana Shirl |
Posted - Jan 28 2010 : 9:13:32 PM
I too have found a sense of self..if that makes sense to anyone...It feels so good to know there are girls out there like me...in some ways way..As I read and peruse the magazine I feel at home with others like me...The aprons really did it for me..I love them...and hankies and a spot of tea..cinnamon rolls hot from the oven..nostalgia..I feel alive when I read about all I long for..from days gone by spent with my Grandma Gladys Oney and Auntie Mary...Blessings to all that make mj what it is..I would love to come play...Nana Shirl
You can't get a cup of tea big enough or a book long enough to suit me. ~C.S. Lewis |
| MeadowCrone |
Posted - Jan 28 2010 : 4:53:46 PM
Brenda, when my mother saw my magazine, she got so excited too. Now it is fun to see my daughters enjoy it too.
www.muckingbootsandmagic.blogspot.com
www.meadowcrone.blogspot.com |
| cntry@heart |
Posted - Jan 28 2010 : 4:33:59 PM
This magazine is an answer to what I have been searching for! All the things that run through my mind or ever wondered about or had questions, or ideas are on the pages of this magazine. I received my first copy as a gift subscription because the person knew I was "into that sort of thing" and I can't thank them enough for giving me this wonderful magazine!! |
| classygram |
Posted - Jan 28 2010 : 05:25:54 AM
I just love it! It was the first magazine that I have read front to back. I don't want to miss any of the information. I just makes me remember how life was so much calmer when I was growing up. Moms were at home, always something cooking in the kitchen. All the important things in life were being lived out. I really enjoy all the receipe's, and helpful ideas. I,m always sharing ideas with my friends about what I got from the magazine. My mother is 85 and really likes to read through them. But she knows she is to always give them back. I also go back for information that I remember reading. It is the Best read out there. Just like the web site. Can't miss stopping in to see what everyone has to post. Always new ideas. |
| Annika |
Posted - Jan 27 2010 : 10:32:24 AM
I just adore the magazine! It says often, what my heart is needing. Thank you MJ!
Annika
Farmgirl & sister #13
Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication. ~Leonardo DaVinci
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| Sweet Cakes |
Posted - Jan 27 2010 : 10:29:36 AM
I just got my first copy of MJF. I'm blown away by everything in it. "Cool" just doesn't cover it. |
| Maggiemoo |
Posted - Jan 27 2010 : 09:02:57 AM
I love the MJF magazines for many reasons, but one is that I feel comforted by the simple fact that there are so many other people out there like me. The way "farmgirls" are featured, not in a way as an "expert", but just as regular people. They may be an expert on a particular topic, but it's not done in a way that makes you feel inferior. That combined with the wealth of very useful information and pictures that have the ability to take you to another place and time, it's just awesome. Many of the pictures make me think of my grandparents farm or my own place at different times. It promotes very good memories or very good ideas, both leaving you feeling good. I live in a rural area and have some wonderful people around me. I also have found that some rural people are hardened and not always willing to offer advice. Your magazine fills in those gaps. I don't feel any judgement from other farmgirls if I don't know how to do something. I am just very appreciative for MJF!
Cowgirls are forever. |
| ruralfarmgirl |
Posted - Jan 25 2010 : 5:23:42 PM
Bernadine,
That is really great.... you are right there is always something that inspires.
Circumstances made us FRIENDS; MaryJanesFarm made us SISTERS :)
Rene'Groom~
Sisterhood Coordinator
Farmgirl Sister #185
www.MaryJanesFarm.com/RFBlog/
www.Twitter.com/ReneGroom
www.Prosserfarmgirls.ning.com
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| MeadowCrone |
Posted - Jan 25 2010 : 3:52:28 PM
I love reading the success stories of women entrepreneurs. It inspires me. I was afraid to get a cow until I read that article. I bought my cow, Sugar, and have not regretted it.
www.muckingbootsandmagic.blogspot.com
www.meadowcrone.blogspot.com |
| ruralfarmgirl |
Posted - Jan 20 2010 : 9:27:11 PM
I am enjoying re-reading through this. There are so many things to love about the magazines aren't there?
Circumstances made us FRIENDS; MaryJanesFarm made us SISTERS :)
Rene'Groom~
Sisterhood Coordinator
Farmgirl Sister #185
www.MaryJanesFarm.com/RFBlog/
www.Twitter.com/ReneGroom
www.Prosserfarmgirls.ning.com
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| Leelee |
Posted - Jan 20 2010 : 4:55:49 PM
I simply love getting MJ's farm! My Mom in Southern Utah usually gets her's on the same day as I do...we rush to call each other so we can thumb thru and pick out which articles we'll read first! She always sees something I may have missed on the first couple reads, and vice versa. Her favorite thing to read in MJ's farm is anything related to sheep and wool. My favorite thing is the artwork that accompanies every wonderful article, handy hint, and delicious recipe.
Feeling down? Saddle up!
www.quiltcropandcabbage.blogspot.com |
| CherryPie |
Posted - Jan 20 2010 : 2:31:20 PM
I've been putting different back issues of MJF magazine on my nightstand each week so at night I can re-read and savor the farm fresh flavor of each one. It's a great way to have sweet thoughts before I go to sleep.
Kimberly Ann
Farmgirl Sister #225
Crochet Geek, Newbie Fiddler, Would-be Farmer, Backyard Chicken Rancher, Eager Podcaster
http://beesinourbonnetsintheburbs.blogspot.com/
Podcasts at http://thefannyfarm.blogspot.com/ |
| Candy C. |
Posted - Jan 20 2010 : 11:52:27 AM
I love reading every magazine from cover to cover and then sharing it with my girlfriends!
I have my very own sprouting container in the kitchen window and am eagerly waiting for the little beet sprouts to get big enough to harvest for a sandwich!
Candy C. #977
Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. |
| queenofadventure |
Posted - Jan 05 2010 : 11:03:14 AM
Thanks so much Rene! I am psyched about being a part of this divine sisterhood. I have already signed up for the Valentine exchange...i am already pondering different ideas!
best wishes and with gratitude,
Jess |
| ruralfarmgirl |
Posted - Jan 05 2010 : 08:36:54 AM
Hey Jessica, Welcome. Glad that you are enjoying the farmgirl connection. We do have a lot of fun here and are always learning and teaching new things. Again welcome!!!
Circumstances made us FRIENDS; MaryJanesFarm made us SISTERS :)
Rene'Groom~
Sisterhood Coordinator
Farmgirl Sister #185
www.MaryJanesFarm.com/RFBlog/
www.Twitter.com/ReneGroom
www.FarmGirlsFarm.blogspot.com
www.renenaturallyspeaking.blogspot.com
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| queenofadventure |
Posted - Jan 04 2010 : 7:40:32 PM
I'm new here and I am so excited to a part of this community. I found this through the magazine which my mom is a subscriber to...believe me I want to snagaroo all of her mags!! I love how the information is so applicable as I have already used the onion idea....as of now I have an onion in a jar in my room...though it makes my boyfriend and I think we both have onion breath...somehow the air is feeling more well breathable in there...I love the idea that it can prevent the seasonal flu...how cool is that!! I just love the tips from the past that can be applied to the present. Yahooo MJF Magazine! |
| TansyShy |
Posted - Dec 26 2009 : 12:01:50 PM
I've just finally read through the newest issue and it's the third one I've read. I have to say how much I love this magazine. I love the stories, the recipes, the tips and to do things. I love the colorful pictures and especially the craft ideas. My dad has read the magazines and love them and so does my Grandma! Thanks Mary Jane for putting out a magazine that I can relate too and opening up a world, that I not only love, but can meet other people who love it too. :)
Joanna
Music is a higher revelation than all wisdom and philosophy...
~Ludwig van Beethoven |
| ruralfarmgirl |
Posted - Oct 16 2009 : 07:57:25 AM
Shari,
That sounds perfect!
Circumstances made us FRIENDS; MaryJanesFarm made us SISTERS :)
Rene'Groom~
Sisterhood Coordinator
Farmgirl Sister #185
www.MaryJanesFarm.com/RFBlog/
www.Twitter.com/RuralFarmgirl
www.FarmGirlsFarm.blogspot.com
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| sharikrsna |
Posted - Oct 12 2009 : 6:14:55 PM
I love the sewing projects, and crafts, and the recipes, which always seem to be for whatever we have ripe at that moment. I have already created a semi open air bedroom in the loft of our barn and I love it!!!!! Go MaryJane!
Shari
Farmgirl Sister #607 |
| Julia |
Posted - Sep 19 2009 : 07:30:59 AM
I love the mags and the books and tend to use them like text books and reference books. I am always looking up things over and over. There is so much info in one magagzine, one must often, make a pot of tea, find a quiet place and reread them.
For tomorrow and its needs I do not pray, but keep me, guide me, love me, Lord just for today.
St. Augustine
#440
http://www.myfeetaredirty.blogspot.com/ |
