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| LivingWell4You |
Posted - Oct 17 2008 : 07:41:31 AM
THE MAVENS’ HAVEN
October 18, 2008
Welcome to MJ’s Heirloom Mavens!
As of 6:36pm, October 16, we are at 102 pages, 1516 posts. Go crazy, mavens, go crazy – like anyone has to tell us that! This newsletter and the next will still be covering topics from the first month. After that….well, we’ll see. We’ve covered a lot of ground in that first month. For Mother Hen’s Musings I thought it would be interesting to include some clips from Mama Dawn’s first posts. See if you can pick out a common theme. So pull up a chair, get that cup of chamomille tea and enjoy.
Mother Hen’s Musings
September 10, 2008 – 4:48pm
“We have the woman power to be heard and seen….my 80+ year old grandpa swears that we, as a nation, are going to have to step backwards before we can advance anymore. That we are facing some serious consequences if we don’t take hard look at what’s going on in our environment.”
September 11, 2008 – 7:54 am
“How many strong are we? 500? 600? If 25% of us are exchanging seed that's a 150-ish heirloom plants that might not have been out there in the first place.”
September 12, 2008 – 2:24pm
“Oh my Rene, what have we started?? Can you see us in a restaurant? Pulling hamburgers out of patrons mouths asking them..."DO YOU KNOW WHERE YOUR TOMATOS COME FROM?" Seriously, together we can be heard.”
September 15, 2008 – 9:43am
“You girls are beyond amazing. I cant think of an adjective strong enough to encompass what I think of you!”
September 16, 2008 – 8:18am
“So I'm telling you now ladies, it pays to have big mouths!! Make it a point to talk or read heirlooms everyday….”
**** MAVEN TO MAVEN ****
New Mavens
If you haven’t had a chance yet, please welcome our two mavens:
Denise (levisgrammy) – initial post October 15 – http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/snitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=24908&whichpage=95
Betty (Betty J.) – initial post October 15 – http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/snitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=24908&whichpage=96
Ladies, we are so glad to have you join in. Remember to check out the Heirloom Mavens Beginners Guide http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/HenHouseSnitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=582 and The Mavens Haven newsletter http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/snitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=25790 And of course, the Danger of Extinction thread (DOE) is the place for questions and chatting.
**** WEEKLY UPDATE ****
The Nest Box
Our Mother Hen (Dawn) has set up a cozy little nest in the henhouse where she will be laying her eggs filled with gardening tips, tidbits and treasures. She laid an egg the first day she nested in her box! Check it out: http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/HenHouseSnitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=636
Maven Christmas Exchange
It may be October but Christmas will be here before we know it. Wouldn’t it be fun to get a garden goodie from a fellow maven? Here is a link to Dawn’s description post
http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/snitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=24908&whichpage=93 and a link to the latest update (as of October 16, 6:29am) http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/snitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=24908&whichpage=100
If you miss getting in on the first round of number picking, QMD (Queen Maven Dawn) is making sure that no one who wants to participate will be left out so just send her an e-mail and she will take care of you.
Friendship Gardens
Some of us are probably still putting our gardens to bed but it’s never to early to think about next year. How about adding a Friendship Garden to your plans?
“Since you all mean so much to me, I want to plant a "friendship garden". Each of you will tell me what you love (flower or herb wise) and I will plant it in my garden. Neat dontcha think?” Dawn (Pg 52 of DOE thread)
“I want to do the friendship garden when I get moved to Idaho, why don't everyone trade their fav flower/herb that way you actually have the flower from the person. Most people have their fav planted in their garden already. Just a thought. I will send you in the spring a start of an OLD lilac that I love, I also love iris. and ........hollyhocks you know, all those sweet old timey flowers, lily of the valley, violets, oh I could go on and on,hehehe” Teresa Sue (Pg 52 of DOE thread)
Sisterhood of the Traveling Patchwork Pillow
“Wouldn't it be nice to make up a package of MJ's Heirloom Maven things...patch, bumpersticker, some seeds maybe and anything else we think up along the way ...our favorite nail polish heehee, and be able to give it to MaryJane at BBB?” With this post, Annika set in motion plans to present our MaryJane with a basket of goodies from the mavens. One of the special items to be included is a patchwork pillow with a 3X3-inch square created by each of the mavens. To read more on Dawn’s inspirational idea and begin planning your square, go to http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/HenHouseSnitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=551&whichpage=1
MJ’s Heirloom Mavens Badges
Teresa Sue is still looking for input on the design of our mavens badge. If you haven’t chimed in yet, here’s the link: http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/HenHouseSnitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=612
If you would like to work toward the Beginner Farm Kitchen badge with the HMBC mavens, here is what you need to do:
http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/HenHouseSnitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=609&whichpage=1
Since journaling is part of the Farm Kitchen Badge requirements, if you would like to also work on the Beginner Farmgirl Gratitude badge (it also involves journaling), read about it here: http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/HenHouseSnitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=637
And Teresa Sue, thank you for all of the work you put in organizing and “badgering” us. You rock, maven!
Animal, Vegetable, Miracle
The HMBC (Heirloom Maven Book Club) started on Monday, October 13th, 2008. We are currently discussing the first two chapters of Animal, Vegetable, Miracle by Barbara Kingsolver. You can follow the discussion at http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/HenHouseSnitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=597 in the henhouse or in the HHM/HM Henhouse Connection thread http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/snitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=25556
Remember this book is one of the requirements for the Farm Kitchen “Know Your Food” Beginner Level badge. See the Teresa Sue’s “Badge Alert!!!!” post for more info: http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/HenHouseSnitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=609&whichpage=1
Small Town Living
Have you ever thought about making your own cheese? It isn’t as hard as you think! Check out the article in Small Town Living, the online magazine produced by Tina (Tina Michelle) and her husband, at www.stliving.net
Save Our Seeds – Feed Our Future
The Heirloom Mavens Save Our Seeds – Feed Our Future bumper stickers are now available. For more information, go to the Heirloom Mavens Beginners Guide http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/HenHouseSnitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=582
PayPal is Your Pal
In addition to purchasing the above mentioned bumper stickers, did you realize you can also use PayPal to purchase a bee-u-tiful farmgirl bracelet created by our Mama Hen? And did you realize that she graciously is donating the profits from said bracelet to the Maven Seed & Sisterhood Fund? AND did you realize that if you have some spare change laying around that you don’t know what to do with (hey! It’s possible) you can donate it to the Fund and it will be put toward a scholarship fund for Honorary Heirloom Mavens? If not, check out an autumnal(!) bracelet at www.gypsycowgirlcreations.blogspot.com then use our PayPal account to purchase one. For information on the scholarship fund, click here: http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/snitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=24908&whichpage=89
**** FUTURE ATTRACTIONS ****
Guess who’s coming to PBS……
Can’t say right now but I have it on good authority (i.e. Rene) that when details become available, they will be posted for the mavens a.s.a.m.p.
Heirloom Minor at Farmgirl U
Rene (prosserfarmgirl) is currently working on developing a program for those who would like to minor in heirloom gardening at the Farmgirl University. Be watching for more information in the henhouse.
Seed-swapping
As we put our gardens to bed and begin planning for next season, visions of new seeds to plant for next year dance in our heads. We are in the early stages of organizing but you can check out this thread to catch up on the seed-swapping discussion: http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/HenHouseSnitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=561 To post your seeds lists and wants, go here: http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/HenHouseSnitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=589
Amy Grace (graciegreeneyes) and Marcy (Marcy Jo) are coordinating the seed-swapping clearinghouse so watch for updates as we move from putting this year’s gardens to bed and begin planning for next year.
**** REMINDERS ****
Check out the Heirloom Maven blog site at www.heirloommavens.blogspot.com
When possible, purchase books through Seed Savers Exchange to support their efforts in saving heirloom seeds for future generations www.seedsavers.org
And be sure to e-mail Dawn to get some of her “Wild Maven Seed” http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/HenHouseSnitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=546
Mark your calendars for the first annual Heirloom Maven Spring Fling and Farmgirl Round-Up http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/HenHouseSnitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=568
If you get lost in the Heirloom Maven lingo, you can find the lingo list in the Beginner’s Guide http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/HenHouseSnitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=582
That’s all for this week, mavens. If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please send me an e-mail and I will get back with you a.s.a.m.p. In the meantime, have a great week and see you in the DOE and/or henhouse.
Karen – Maven Chickherder / Sister #311
God bless -
Karen ~ Chickherder & Farmgirl Sister #311 |
| 15 L A T E S T R E P L I E S (Newest First) |
| deeredawn |
Posted - Oct 24 2008 : 10:13:52 AM
Jeannie: I hope you found our little nest interesting. Right now we are 14 mavens strong and all commmited to growing heirloom foods. Its a daunting task, but we have quite the group! Please dont hesitate to ask ANYONE a question if you need to. The Danger of Extinction thread has pretty much evolved into a maven chat session, but the henhouse is burstingw with sooooo much info. HAve fun with it!
Dawn #279
MJ's Heirloom Mavens/Mother Hen
www.heirloommavens.blogspot.com
www.harvestthymefarm.blogspot.com
www.gypsycowgirlcreations.blogspot.com
"I figure if a girl wants to be a legend, she should go ahead and be one!"...Calamity Jane |
| jpbluesky |
Posted - Oct 22 2008 : 06:31:09 AM
Thanks Alee! I will check it out. Sounds interesting!
Farmgirl Sister # 31
www.blueskyjeannie.blogspot.com
Psalm 51: 10-13 |
| Alee |
Posted - Oct 22 2008 : 06:03:43 AM
Hi Jeannie!
The MJ Heirloom Mavens are a new chapter that formed with the goal to help save the heirloom seed varieties that are dying out! I believe the main thread is over in Keeping In Touch called "Danger of Extinction" and we have a henhouse. You should check it out! Lots of great discussion!
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
www.awarmheart.com
Please come visit Nora and me on our blog: www.farmgirlalee.blogspot.com
Put your pin on the farmgirl map! www.farmgirlmap.blogspot.com |
| jpbluesky |
Posted - Oct 21 2008 : 6:58:29 PM
I do not understand this thread and how it is different than the other postings on this forum. Please help! What does it mean to be a maven?
Farmgirl Sister # 31
www.blueskyjeannie.blogspot.com
Psalm 51: 10-13 |
| LivingWell4You |
Posted - Oct 21 2008 : 6:32:26 PM
That's exactly what the newsletter is for, Marcy - glad it helps! 
God bless -
Karen ~ Chickherder & Farmgirl Sister #311 |
| marcy jo |
Posted - Oct 21 2008 : 3:20:37 PM
Awesome Karen!! You make it so easy for me to catch up on things. Sometimes I just cant get to the library. Thanks!!
Marcy #257
When I stand before God at the end of my life I hope that I would not have a bit of talent left and could say “I used everything You gave me”.(erma bombeck) |
| LivingWell4You |
Posted - Oct 21 2008 : 07:34:23 AM
Oh, you mavens! Thanks for all the compliments. You've warmed the cockles of my heart. It's a bit cool here this morning and they needed warming. 
God bless -
Karen ~ Chickherder & Farmgirl Sister #311 |
| graciegreeneyes |
Posted - Oct 17 2008 : 6:29:22 PM
Wow Karen - you are amazing. You aren't even at home!!
Amy Gracew
Farmgirl #224
"use it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without" |
| Tina Michelle |
Posted - Oct 17 2008 : 1:31:02 PM
thanks Karen! great job.
~Seize the Day! Live, Love, Laugh~
visit me at:
http://gardengoose.blogspot.com/
and at www.stliving.net
you can also check out my etsy shops at:http://GardenGooseGifts.etsy.com |
| deeredawn |
Posted - Oct 17 2008 : 10:50:51 AM
Lillian...doesnt she though? Karen is a gem!
Dawn #279
MJ's Heirloom Mavens/Mother Hen
http://heirloommavens.blogspot.com
http://harvestthymefarm.blogspot.com
"I figure if a girl wants to be a legend, she should go ahead and be one!"...Calamity Jane |
| Ms.Lilly |
Posted - Oct 17 2008 : 08:25:59 AM
BE-UUUUUU-TIIIIII-FUL!!!! You do such a great job Karen. Keep up the good work.
Lillian |
| deeredawn |
Posted - Oct 17 2008 : 08:21:07 AM
Wow. wow. wowzers...wowee. wowza.wowazonkers. wowinski. wowowowowowowowowowowowowoowowooooooooooo! I think I lost my "w's".
Dawn #279
MJ's Heirloom Mavens/Mother Hen
http://heirloommavens.blogspot.com
http://harvestthymefarm.blogspot.com
"I figure if a girl wants to be a legend, she should go ahead and be one!"...Calamity Jane |
| Corinnelouise |
Posted - Oct 17 2008 : 08:16:07 AM
Thanks Karen, it is awsome. And you've done it while travelling and caring for your husband after his operation. thank so very much girlfriend.
Corinne
Sister # 101 |
| ruralfarmgirl |
Posted - Oct 17 2008 : 08:02:01 AM
Karen,
Another Awesome Job!
Rene~Prosser Farmgirl #185
http://farmchicksfarm.blogspot.com/
Mavens are "information specialists", or "people we rely upon to connect us with new information."[6] They accumulate knowledge, especially about the marketplace, and know how to share it with others
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| Contrary Wife |
Posted - Oct 17 2008 : 07:48:03 AM
OOOOHRAH!!! Once again you've outdone yourself Karen. We are so blessed having you with us. Thank you for doing such a great job on the newsletter. Safe trip home. Okay, gotta go get ready to go to Spokane to the WSQ quilt show. You rock Maven.
Teresa Sue
Farmgirl Sister #316
MJ's Heirloom Mavens Badgebadger
MJ's Heirloom Mavens Bookclub Coordinator
"Learn the rules so you know how to break them properly." The Dalai Lama |
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