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| ErinRapp |
Posted - Mar 07 2006 : 07:48:29 AM
My name is Erin and I live in Dundee, Oregon. We are surrounded by vineyards here and beautiful "red" dirt hills and green trees. We (my husband and four kids) just bought my Grandparents small 4 acre farm 2 1/2 years ago. I'm ready to make it a working farm....the barn needs repair, the land needs to be worked and I'm determined to make it happen. We got our first brood of hens last year and love the fresh eggs! We are putting our first cover crop in this year and plan to do it the organic way here! It's slow going (my husband has a very full time job, and the kids are 7 and under), but we're determined.
This is all a dream...I grew up in a lot of apartments with a patio full of potted plants for my garden. My grandparents are my inspiration as well as my children who love to be in the garden.
In my spare time I love to knit and read to my kids and of course roll up my sleeves, breathe the fresh air, and dig in outside!
Hope to meet you,
Erin
The grass is greener in your own backyard! |
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| bboopster |
Posted - Mar 20 2006 : 11:11:08 AM
Hello Erin,
I too am new to the forum and am too starting to live my dream. I am a new empty nester (5 Kids 25-18) so I know how busy you are. I had to put my farmgirl on hold 12 years ago due to single motherhood but am excited to jump back in. My only problem is where to start first. I want to do it all right now. I love the forums they have been a great insperation to me in the short time since I joined. Good Luck in your new adventure.
Pray for our troops to come home safe and soon.
Enjoying the simple life :>) |
| ErinRapp |
Posted - Mar 13 2006 : 07:14:30 AM
Julia(blueappl) My kids are 7,6,3, and 19mo! It's busy here, so if you've seen me in Freds...I'd be the one with all the kids! :)...your kids have almost gone! How long have you lived in Dundee?
Lynda, I used to live in the city while in college and after. So living out here raising my kids is wonderful. I lived down the street from this intriguing woman..she had turned all of her gutters, and wash water into an intricate outdoor watering system (all gutters and pipes into a water resavoir) that she used to water her plants and small raised beds in her tiny back yard...this was the best city gardening I had ever seen with my own eyes. People in the neighborhood were always walking by and peeking into her yard to check out what was growing. The potential for "farm girl" is great no matter where you live!
The grass is greener in your own backyard! |
| FarrarFarmgirl |
Posted - Mar 10 2006 : 3:02:05 PM
Hi, Erin,
Welcome to the farmgirl forum. It looks like your circle of friends just keeps growing and growing and that's just the way it is here. You are going to love it. Your place sounds really nice. We will all wait patiently to hear all your adventures, some of us city-girls like to live through all you country girls. It's what help keep our dreams alive, too. So, do tell, how it all comes together. Blessings on all your plans and living dreams. We're here for you, too.
In His hands,
Lynda L.
Pray in faith and you will not live in doubt.
www.pamperedchef.biz/lorenzfamilycooks |
| BlueApple |
Posted - Mar 10 2006 : 08:59:35 AM
Hi Erin! I'm the "other" Julia and yes, I'm in Dundee! Goodness we aren't real big here so I've probably seen you in Fred's, LOL!! I'd love to meet you. How old are your kids? I have three daughters - Molly is 23 and soon to be married in June, Sarah is 20 and in college and Annie is a senior in high school. Boy, our Oregon chapter is growing! I'm so glad! Welcome!
Julia
BlueApple Farm |
| ErinRapp |
Posted - Mar 10 2006 : 08:16:12 AM
Oh my goodness, now I'm really excited Julia, no I don't know Blueapple! But Dundee is small! I would love to join the Yarn and Garden Farmgirls! Thanks
Erin
The grass is greener in your own backyard! |
| Julia |
Posted - Mar 09 2006 : 11:03:57 AM
Welcome Erin! Do you know our Blueapple (Julia) who also lives in Dundee? I am the Oregon Chapter leader and would love to have you join us. We are scattered all over so we don't get together very often. We actualy have only met once and are hoping to meet in May. We would love to have you be part of the Yarn and Garden Farmgirls. Welcome to the forum!!! Julia V.
"...the setting sun is like going into the very presence of God." Elizabeth Von Arnim |
| ErinRapp |
Posted - Mar 09 2006 : 10:52:09 AM
I feel at home already with all these wonderful welcomes. Thank you so much! Catherine..I do have some Irish roots, but the name Erin came from the Waltons (remember that tv show?). My mom wishes she could tell me a more meaningful story about my name, but that's it! :)I'm the only child out of five NOT named after a saint (lol).
It snowed here this morning...my kids headed outside at 7am to play before it melted away! What a great way to start the day!
looking forward to getting to know you all more!
Erin
The grass is greener in your own backyard! |
| TejasFarmgirl |
Posted - Mar 08 2006 : 7:16:00 PM
Welcome Erin - your place sounds like heaven. Good for you for living your authentic life -it takes guts, passion, and creativity - sounds like you are made for it. Looking forward to getting to know you better.
Dawnn |
| cajungal |
Posted - Mar 08 2006 : 12:42:16 PM
Erin, WELCOME!!
I love your name....conjures up visions of Ireland in my mind. Your farm sounds fabulous and your positive attitude and determination will prevail! I so look forward to hearing more of your happenings.
Blessings
Catherine
One of the best compliments from one of my daughters: "Moma, you smell good...like dirt." |
| jmac1711 |
Posted - Mar 08 2006 : 11:03:20 AM
Welcome Erin:
Your place sounds just about perfect. One thing I've noticed here is that our stories, ideas, hopes and dreams are very similar. I think we energize each other with our stories. I look forward to seeing you around the forum.
Hearts and Hugs,
Jane
Lord, let me be the kind of person my pig thinks I am. |
| lonestargal |
Posted - Mar 07 2006 : 9:02:10 PM
Hi Erin and welcome!! Sounds like you have wonderful plans for your land and I wish you the best. I know what you mean about it's hard to get things done with small children. I have 2 girls, 8 and 4 and it's hard to find time. My little one loves to help in the garden though so that helps. Good luck with all your plans and I look forward to chatting with you here!! |
| ErinRapp |
Posted - Mar 07 2006 : 8:18:39 PM
Thank you for all the welcomes! Oh Elizabeth, I've got to get an apron too....my husband's blue bbq apron just isn't cutting it! I wonder if I'd feel more enegized to get work done wearing one..of course the spring air is call enough already! Tammy we go to the coast a lot, how far south are you?
The grass is greener in your own backyard! |
| n/a |
Posted - Mar 07 2006 : 12:19:29 PM
Welcome Erin,
We to live in Oregon, we have a little less than 5 acres. We are slowly building it into a farm as well, but I am not sure if we are going to go all the way or just keep it simple since we both work full-time. We have chickens, a garden and soon we will have a lamb.
When I feel spring coming I have to plant or I’ll go crazy! |
| sillyfoulks |
Posted - Mar 07 2006 : 10:59:45 AM
Welcome Erin, I am new to the forum myself. Everyone is so friendly here. I am already in love with it and can't wait to get an apron. I have always liked them. I look forward to getting to know you and everyone else.
Elizabeth
Not how long, but how well you have lived is the main thing. |
| Aunt Jenny |
Posted - Mar 07 2006 : 10:48:59 AM
OOOH..if you come to Utah again you are sure invited to come by and visit. We are north of Bryce. I am hoping we get down there this year too!
Jenny in Utah
Inside me there is a skinny woman crying to get out...but I can usually shut her up with cookies
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| theherblady |
Posted - Mar 07 2006 : 10:42:22 AM
Welcome Erin~~your place sounds wonderful..Hope to hear some more!
Jan |
| sqrl |
Posted - Mar 07 2006 : 08:26:57 AM
welcome Erin! Sounds like a beautiful piece of the world you have. Welcome!
Blessed Be
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| ErinRapp |
Posted - Mar 07 2006 : 08:23:41 AM
Wow What a quick response Jenny, Thanks!
My husband and I love Utah! We went through on vacation last year and took the kids to Vernal for the Dinasaurs! What a great adventure. Next time we'll be headed for Bryce Canyon. That's what is beautiful about Utah, the diverse landscape. We were lucky enough to get my cousin to feed and water the cat and chickens for 2 weeks!
Erin
The grass is greener in your own backyard! |
| Aunt Jenny |
Posted - Mar 07 2006 : 08:15:56 AM
Welcome Erin (one of my favorite names...my youngest daughter is an Erin too!) Sounds like you have a great place and family..4 acres sounds like a perfect amount of land to me!! You will have so much fun making the farm yours and getting it going. I sure look forward to getting to know you here!!
Jenny in Utah
Inside me there is a skinny woman crying to get out...but I can usually shut her up with cookies
http://www.auntjennysworld.blogspot.com/ visit my little online shop at www.auntjenny.etsy.com |
