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Across the Fence:  Farmgirl of the Month Chatter  |
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churunga
True Blue Farmgirl
3950 Posts
Marie
Minneapolis
MN
USA
3950 Posts |
 Posted - Aug 02 2024 : 3:45:24 PM
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Thank you. I am so surprised. This is my second time. I also was selected in 2014.
Marie
Sister #5142
Farmgirl of the Month May 2014 and August 2024
Try everything once and the fun things twice. |
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6622 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6622 Posts |
Posted - Aug 03 2024 : 4:41:31 PM
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A big congratulations to Marie as our August FGOTM!!
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015
FGOTM- October 2018 |
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MBurns
True Blue Farmgirl
1822 Posts
Marlene
Swisher
IA
USA
1822 Posts |
Posted - Aug 04 2024 : 08:26:11 AM
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Congratulations Marie!
Farmgirl friends are fun. Farmgirl of the month 8/2016 and 9/2019
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churunga
True Blue Farmgirl
3950 Posts
Marie
Minneapolis
MN
USA
3950 Posts |
Posted - Aug 05 2024 : 8:44:15 PM
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Hello, this is Marie the August 2024 August Farmgirl of the Month.
I decided to use this forum for updates on my experiences during this month and to thank all the lovely Farmgirls who have given me thoughtful gifts.
First, I have noticed that more Farmgirls receiving this honor has included a mention in their signatures. I congratulate everyone who has been named Farmgirl of the Month and Farmgirl of the Year. As I have said before, this took me totally by surprise. I had not been extremely active during the past few years. I have been having this constant low-level of depression for some time. It is strange, sometimes I feel really well and happy, other times I feel as if I have trouble doing or being interested in anything and other times, I have no feelings about anything at all. I function just fine and I am taking my medications. Maybe I am just more aware of my mental condition.
I received a package of origami paper from Sara Knight (YellowRose). These papers are high quality and will do nicely for my tea bag folding projects. I am currently making as many as I can to sell at the Minnesota State Fair.
Just today, I received a nice package from Denise Thompson (levisgrammy). Contained within were Twinnings Orange & Cinnamon Tea, Trader Joe's Organic Green Tea, Stash Peppermint Tea, fresh lavender, a lavender infused exfoliating batch glove and one yard of dark green fabric with chickens on it. I love everything. Thank you so much. I have wanted to make lavender sachets for myself.
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I haven't grown anything this year. I still have not put together the planter that I have had partially assembled for three years. I found out that I had assembled it incorrectly and having to dismantle it as removed any motivation I have for finishing it. It is too late to plant much this year and I still may try. I may need some gentle reminders to work on it.
Thank you all for reading.
Marie
Sister #5142
Farmgirl of the Month May 2014 and August 2024
Try everything once and the fun things twice. |
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darlenelovesart
True Blue Farmgirl
7626 Posts
darlene
Loleta
California
USA
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Posted - Aug 05 2024 : 10:06:45 PM
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You can do it Marie!
I bet those Lavender sachets will be nice and those colored papers will make really nice and colorful sachets!
You have a wonderful month! Enjoy it as much as you can and make it awesome! You deserve it!
Love and hugs!
And!
Congratulations August Farmgirl of the Month!
Darlene
Trust in your faith, not your emotions, when it comes to making life’s decisions.
I have learned that to have a good friend is the purest of all God's gifts, for it is a love that has no exchange of payment.
by Frances Farmer
Just. follow God unquestionably Because you love Him so, for if you trust His judgment there is nothing you need to know.
I TRUST IN YOU JESUS
#4943 - March 2013
FGOTM June 2013
FGOTY 2016
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Lacey
Chapter Guru
183 Posts
Rea
Davis
Ca
USA
183 Posts |
Posted - Aug 06 2024 : 9:38:14 PM
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Congratulations Marie have a wonderful month!
Rea Nakanishi
Farm Girl Of The Month Jan. 2022
“Action is the foundational key to all success.”
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churunga
True Blue Farmgirl
3950 Posts
Marie
Minneapolis
MN
USA
3950 Posts |
Posted - Aug 08 2024 : 3:02:25 PM
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Hello everyone!
The well wishes keep coming in. I just received a package from Vanessa (AudraRose) who is my younger sister.
She sent me two facial masks, a small bar of magnolia-scented soap, a sticker of a duck saying, "Don't Ruffle My Feathers", (these last two seem to be from the Peabody Hotel in Memphis), 2 bags each of Davidson's Organic Coconut Vanilla tea, Tradition Lavender Green Tea, Bordies Raspberry & Peach Tea and Ahmad Tea Raspberry & Pomegranate Green Tea, two interesting old plastic buttons and a cheery card saying "Sunshine and Happiness."
She knows how much I love raspberries. Our Grandmother Listopad lived on a farm and had a large garden. She and I used to go in there to eat raspberries. Occasionally one of the raspberries had a bug inside it and we didn't know until we popped it in our mouths. That was a rude awakening and would kill the desire to eat anymore raspberries for a while. We came back anyway. They were just too yummy.
I find that the current economy has hit me a bit hard. Bills keep coming in and money has stayed the same. It is now time to make some changes. For instance, we have plenty of dried legumes and we never cook them. My DH is not certain either of us can cook them properly. I am currently soaking my one-half cup of lentils and plan to put them in a crock pot soup which should make several meals. I have developed this recipe myself and am quite proud of it. I use some ingredients which may normally be thrown away or composted.
We are watching the Sherlock Holmes show called The Master Blackmailer. It is sad that some people take advantage like that. I like how Sherlock goes into the blackmailer's house as a plumber to spy on him and inadvertently gains the affection of the maid. Very funny watching him react to her advances. One of the blackmailer's past victims got him good.
Have an excellent evening.
Marie
Sister #5142
Farmgirl of the Month May 2014 and August 2024
Try everything once and the fun things twice. |
Edited by - churunga on Aug 08 2024 3:03:40 PM |
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Audra Rose
True Blue Farmgirl
2261 Posts
Vanessa
Brooksville
KY
USA
2261 Posts |
Posted - Aug 09 2024 : 5:51:11 PM
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I remember the fresh green peas we ate from her garden and helping Grandma collect eggs. We had fun, didn't we!
Everything I sent is for you to pamper yourself, and who knows how to make you happy better than a sister.
Vanessa
Farmgirl Sister #6754
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churunga
True Blue Farmgirl
3950 Posts
Marie
Minneapolis
MN
USA
3950 Posts |
Posted - Aug 09 2024 : 6:04:09 PM
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I have received another package. Wow! Farmgirls are so great!
Winifred (Red Tractor Girl) sent me a lovely package.
She sent me a very nice card, a painted box that says, "Bee Happy", a wooden magnet saying, "Sweet As Can Bee", a small beehive-shaped candle, a heart-shaped paper ornament and a pair of garden gloves. I will display the painted box prominently. The magnet will go on my refrigerator. I'll save the candle for later. The ornament will go in the usual place where I hang things like this. Thank you so much.
Marie
Sister #5142
Farmgirl of the Month May 2014 and August 2024
Try everything once and the fun things twice. |
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6622 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6622 Posts |
Posted - Aug 12 2024 : 12:39:10 PM
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You are very welcome Marie and I am so happy that you are enjoying your special month!!
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015
FGOTM- October 2018 |
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
6634 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
6634 Posts |
Posted - Aug 31 2024 : 2:14:19 PM
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Marie, I hope my package arrived to you safe and sound. And I hope you had a wonderful month.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
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churunga
True Blue Farmgirl
3950 Posts
Marie
Minneapolis
MN
USA
3950 Posts |
Posted - Sep 01 2024 : 01:25:07 AM
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Oh dear, it is the last day of August. How the time passes so quickly.
Yes Debbie, I did get the package safe and sound. I apologize for not saying so here.
Debbie sent me a book of cross stich patterns for the Kitchen (I will definitely make some of these), 2 dish towels (which I have used), Chicken Soup for the Soul Word-Finds, a pretty little notebook, a Special Occasion List book, a bookmark with goose pictures and several bags of tea: Tazo Energize, Chami Organic Premium Green, Tazo Lemon Strawberry, Ahmad Peach & Passion Fruit, Bigelow Perfectly Mint, Pukka Turmeric Glow. Also, a bag of fresh lavender. Thank you so much.
I will say that everyone has been so generous and thoughtful with the gifts. I have kept the lists of Farmgirl Likes from past Christmas Stocking swaps and I can see others have also. I will have a difficult time selecting the next Farmgirl of the Month.
I have gone to the Minnesota State Fair three times. I was representing The Art Shoppe (https://www.theartshoppemgm.com/) at the Midwest Global Market (https://midtownglobalmarket.org/). Anyone who volunteered to work the booth was allowed to place items there for sale. I put in some of my folded stars and bookworms and three of my leaf-shaped dishcloths. I didn't sell anything. I believe that all of us need to reassess the types of items we show when we do this next year.
I found some amazing crafts in the Arts and Crafts building. My favorite is this one.
I have noticed that many of the Blue Ribbon Winners have some humor involved.
And now I have decided who the next Farmgirl of the Month is for September. She is Krista (MaryJanesNeice). I choose her because of her enormous amount of engagement and support of all the farmgirls. She started the Merit Badge Chit Chat forum which is a great source of support for completing badges. I want to do badges, have started some and have not been able to finish. We all know so much about her children, home and her passion for crochet. She also organizes the monthly card swaps. I believe that Krista will be an excellent Farm Girl for the month of September 2024.
Marie
Sister #5142
Farmgirl of the Month May 2014 and August 2024
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9384 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9384 Posts |
Posted - Sep 01 2024 : 03:35:17 AM
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Marie,
What a wonderful choice you have made in Krist
Congratulations Krista! What a great month to celebrate! Hope you enjoy every minute of being our September farmirl of the month!!
~Denise
Sister #43~
"I am a bookaholic and I have no desire to be cured." 
"Home is where we find comfort, security, memories, friendship, hospitality, and above all, family. It is the place that deserves our commitment and loyalty." William J. Bennett
"Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path." Psalm 119:105
http://www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com/
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
6995 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
6995 Posts |
Posted - Sep 01 2024 : 05:59:46 AM
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Marie, so happy to hear you enjoyed your special month.
Congratulations Krista, enjoy being our FGOTM for Sept.
Hugs, Sara "FarmGirl Sister" #6034 Aug 2014
FGOTM Sept 2015 - Feb 2019 - Oct 2023
Lord put your arm around my shoulders & your hand over my mouth.
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Wanda Sue
True Blue Farmgirl
1195 Posts
Wanda
Murrells Inlet
SC
USA
1195 Posts |
Posted - Sep 01 2024 : 07:18:34 AM
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Congratulations Krista on being our FGOTM for September.
A day hemmed in prayer is less likely to unravel.
Farm Girl #3677
Farmgirl of the Month: Aug/2022
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
6634 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
6634 Posts |
Posted - Sep 01 2024 : 09:06:28 AM
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Congratulations Krista on being chosen our September FGOTM, enjoy and have fun.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
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debbieklann
Sharpshooter/Schoolmarm
772 Posts
Debbie
Madras
OR
USA
772 Posts |
Posted - Sep 01 2024 : 10:42:08 AM
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Congratulations, Krista! Have a wonderful and blessed month!
Debbie Klann
Farmgirl Sister #770
2018 Farmgirl of the Year
"Well behaved women seldom make history"....Laurel Thatcher Ulrich |
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7531 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7531 Posts |
Posted - Sep 01 2024 : 11:11:31 AM
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Congratulations, Krista. Enjoy your soon-to-be-cooler month of September as FGOTM!
You have made a super choice, Marie. Krista is very encouraging to all farmgirls and she is a very creative farmgirl with all the projects she crochets and crafts for her children.
Farmgirl hugs,
Linda
Terrell, TX
Farm girl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month
August 2015, April 2017 and June 2023
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7531 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7531 Posts |
Posted - Sep 01 2024 : 11:12:31 AM
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Congratulations on your super month of August, Marie. So glad you enjoyed it.
Farmgirl hugs,
Linda
Terrell, TX
Farm girl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month
August 2015, April 2017 and June 2023
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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