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| susanreno |
Posted - Aug 20 2008 : 11:11:21 AM
Hi farmgirls,
I stumbled upon Mary Jane's book in the library a couple of weeks ago and since then have been soaking up every page. The more I read, the more I felt like I had really found something I could connect with. Imagine my excitement when I realized that there was a whole group of you online that felt the same!!! I never imagined that I'd find a forum like this to learn from, contribute to, and build friendships. I'm so happy to be here.
A little about me... I'm a 35-year-old mom of twin girls (they'll be 2 in November). I love cooking, gardening, sewing, crafting, and well, the list goes on... I guess I can sum it up by saying I love to work with my hands and I love attempting anything homemade and/or handmade. I'm originally from Rochester, NY, but have been moving around here and there for the past several years. My husband and I bought a little house in downtown West Chester, PA and will be moving in within a month. Yes, the garden and decorating ideabooks have already been started!! We'll be in "in-town" family for a bit, but I have a feeling there's a small farm out there for us one day.
Looking forward to getting to know all of you 
Susan |
| 25 L A T E S T R E P L I E S (Newest First) |
| Back Home Again |
Posted - Sep 04 2008 : 7:12:26 PM
Welcome Susan from way out in New Mexico!! Funny thing is, this Forum makes everyone feel like we all live right next door! A very friendly place!
Until Later,
Audrey
~ Side by side or miles apart....dear friends are always close to the heart ~ |
| susanreno |
Posted - Sep 04 2008 : 5:32:17 PM
Yes, our girls (future farmgirls hopefully?!?!) Katherine and Lana (pronounced LAY-na) look EXTREMELY alike, sometimes it's almost scary! They are just getting to the age now (almost two) where they are really starting to interact with each other. I feel so lucky to be able to witness their twin sister bond grow stronger and stronger (through the good and the bad!) I don't know how we got through the first few months, I'm just happy they're behind us - ha! Sometimes it's a bit intimidating thinking about raising them as individuals but also fostering the unique bond that they have as twins, but I guess I'm just taking it a day at a time. If I knew how to throw a quick photo of them into this post, I would, but that will have to be for some other time when I get that figured out.
Frannie, if you remember who you know in West Chester, feel free to pass the info along... we'll be looking forward to getting to know some folks when we get settled in. |
| Carol Sue |
Posted - Sep 04 2008 : 12:02:21 AM
HI Susan,
Sounds like you are having fun chatting with farmgirls already just here on the wagon.
Welcome aboard,
Carol Sue
listening to the quiet moments
Farmgirl #39
www.Quitemoments.blogspot.com |
| berryhill |
Posted - Sep 02 2008 : 10:16:21 PM
Welcome Susan!
Glad to meet you here. I am another newbie who also somehow stumbled upon MJF. Lots of fun and interesting things here...
Linda |
| CabinCreek-Kentucky |
Posted - Sep 02 2008 : 7:29:52 PM
welcome susan .. ohhhhhhh .. i've ALWAYS wanted TWIN girls. do tell us what it is like living with two little darlings .. are they look-alikes?
ohhhh .. i know someone from West Chester .. jus' can't remember who it is!
True Friends * KENTUCKY FRANNIE
adopt a 'rag-chile'
http://sistermercysfoundlinhome.blogspot.com
treasures .. new and olde .. http://mudpiemanormercantile.blogspot.com
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| bbteacher |
Posted - Sep 02 2008 : 5:40:13 PM
Welcome, welcome Susan,
It seems that several of us farmgirls are good stumblers-I stumbled upon MaryJane's book at a used bookstore. I snapped it up and it hasn't been snapped shut since. Hope you enjoy this forum and I look forward to getting to know you.
Bonnie
Farmgirl Sister #333 |
| deeredawn |
Posted - Aug 26 2008 : 5:54:25 PM
If your anything like me you will start and end your day here at the forum. Somedays its the onlything that gets me through. I am happy to have you here and you will no doubt be a delight to chat with!
Dawn M. Sista #279 (big grin!)
www.harvestthymefarm.com
"I figure if a girl wants to be a legend, she should go ahead and be one!"...Calamity Jane |
| pasofino |
Posted - Aug 26 2008 : 1:25:54 PM
Hello Susan, I lived in Fairport until I was 13....What a great place to grow up...such fond memory's...I'm also new and welcome....
Claudia
happy trails |
| nampafarmgirl |
Posted - Aug 26 2008 : 12:09:47 PM
Welcome Susan,
This site can be addicting! Cant wait to hear more from you.
Kim
Farmgirl Sister # 302 |
| paradiseplantation |
Posted - Aug 26 2008 : 05:18:44 AM
A warm Southern welcome, Susan! Welcome to the group!
from the hearts of paradise... |
| LivingWell4You |
Posted - Aug 22 2008 : 12:47:12 PM
Welcome, Susan! Finding MJ's books, etc. is like finding family you didn't realize you had, isn't it? Be sure and share with us your moving adventures and the plans you have in those notebooks!
God bless -
Karen
Farmgirl Sista #311 |
| Amie C. |
Posted - Aug 22 2008 : 11:45:54 AM
Susan, I'm from the actual city of Rochester. I went to St. John Fisher College, so I'm a little bit familiar with Pittsford. I hope you enjoy West Chester. I found the whole Philadelphia area rather overwhelming when I was actually there, but now of course I find myself homesick for it. |
| susanreno |
Posted - Aug 22 2008 : 10:08:37 AM
Wow! Thanks to all for the warm welcome!
Aimee C... where in Rochester are you from? I grew up in Pittsford, my parents still live there. And yes!...I have discovered Ridley Creek State Park - I've only been there once so far, but I totally love it. I will definitely visit the living history museum soon, it sounds neat. We currently live in Mt. Laurel, NJ but we've only been here since December. Before that, it was California for 7 years. Long story about the switch from NJ to PA but it revolves around my husband's new job. Jersey has been good, but I'm definitely looking forward to West Chester. |
| gramadinah |
Posted - Aug 22 2008 : 09:03:43 AM
Welcome and hello I felt the exact same way when I found Mary Jane mag in the store.
Diana
Farmgirl Sister #273 |
| marjean |
Posted - Aug 22 2008 : 08:58:17 AM
Welcome, Susan from a new farmgirl in Florida. Surviving Fay, yeah! If we were a duck it would be perfect.lol You'll love all the chatter here. I love all the swaps and tips on great things.
Marjean
handmade cards and jewelry at jeanpatchbymk.etsy.com
jeanpatch.wordpress.com |
| Contrary Wife |
Posted - Aug 22 2008 : 08:30:48 AM
Welcome Susan, from the Pacific Northwest. You won't believe all the great things and people you are going to find on this site.
Warmly,
Teresa Sue
Farmgirl Sister #316
"Learn the rules so you know how to break them properly." The Dalai Lama |
| Amie C. |
Posted - Aug 22 2008 : 08:20:29 AM
Hi, Susan. I'm originally from Rochester, NY (and back again currently) and I lived in the western Philly suburbs for several years.
Have you been in the Philly area long before your current move to West Chester? Have you ever visited my favorite spot in the area, Ridley Creek State Park? It's right on Rte 3, just about 10 miles east of West Chester. Beautiful creek, hiking trails, paved loop for biking and jogging. And best of all, it also contains the Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation, which is a living history museum based out of a working farmhouse from the early 1700s. Do check it out, if you haven't already. I found it shortly after I moved into my first apartment in Lansdowne, and it was like an oasis for me in the big city environment. |
| Auntie Brenda |
Posted - Aug 22 2008 : 05:19:33 AM
Hi Susan,
Welcome from Texas! Glad you found us!
Brenda
Farmgirl Sister #292 |
| Bear5 |
Posted - Aug 21 2008 : 10:16:44 PM
Hi Susan:
Welcome to the Farmgirl Site. You'll just love it here. I'll look forward to reading your postings. Enjoy!
Marly |
| dkelewae |
Posted - Aug 21 2008 : 4:13:48 PM
Welcome Susan! I don't have twins, but I am a twin. I have a twin brother..and our birthday is in November(10th).
Diana
Farmgirl Sister #272
St. Peters MO
Country Girl trapped in the city! |
| bbteacher |
Posted - Aug 21 2008 : 3:24:44 PM
Susan,
I'm a new farm girl too! West Chester, Pa isn't too far from my home in Maryland. So glad you joined and look forward to getting to know you.
Bonnie |
| Lainey |
Posted - Aug 20 2008 : 8:30:24 PM
Welcome Susan! I look forward to getting to know you.
Farmgirl Sister #25
http://countrygirldreams.blogspot.com/ |
| SusieQue |
Posted - Aug 20 2008 : 6:39:42 PM
Welcome Susan! This is the best forum and you are gonna love it here.
"A mother is someone you never outgrow your need for" |
| Suzan |
Posted - Aug 20 2008 : 6:12:15 PM
Welcome, Susan, from another PA girl - I'm just outside of Harrisburg. I know exactly how you feel about finding this group. You will love these girls! It's a great place to feel a part of. Looking forward to getting to know you! |
| bushelnpeck |
Posted - Aug 20 2008 : 2:49:25 PM
NV checking in to say hello and welcome. Congrats on your new to you home, it's fun to have a new canvas to decorate. Looking forward to spending time with you here on the farm...Debbie
Hope is the thing with feathers that perches in the soul and sings the tune without the words and never stops at all
Emily Dickenson |
