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Across the Fence:  Looking for Penpals for my Mom  |
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pollyesther
Farmgirl in Training
35 Posts
Karen
FL
USA
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 Posted - Aug 20 2007 : 1:45:54 PM
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Hi Farmgirls-
I should start off by explaining that my mother, bless her heart, is not computer savvy, despite my rather constant encouragement for her to log online. I am sure she grows weary of my nagging. But nag I must as I am always sad that she is missing out on meeting all the wonderful ladies on this forum and sharing tidbits & treasures, thoughts & ideas, swapping treats & trinkets....so, that being said, I would like to see if there is anyone on the boards who might like to penpal via snail mail with her, which is Mom's preferred method of correspondence anyhow. I do have to agree with her, that letter writing is quickly becoming a lost art.
My mom is 63 years old and lives in the Florida panhandle. She has just one child, a 36 year old daughter (yes, that would be me):-) and 3 grandchildren (my kids) ranging in age from 1 to 12 years of age. This year will mark my parents 40th wedding anniversary. She is retired now, but was formerly an elementary school teacher. She substitute taught for many years for the flexibility of the work, so she could also be home to raise me. She loves gardening, particularly flowers and herbs and then loves to cook and craft with both. She is a wonderful seamstress and very creative. She has lots of wonderful ideas for dolls and clothes and all sorts of things...lots of storybook influenced, yesteryear creations full of charm. Her style is somewhat ecelectic, primitive, early American, shabby chic, folk, Mary Emmerling, Mary Randolph Carter...a blend of antiques, found objects, thrift shop/garage sale wares with some new mixed in to boot.
My mother has collected postcards since she was a small child and still loves to send and receive them to this day. She loves to make her own cards, stationary etc and loves to send & receive mail art and just mail in general. She loves to cook and share recipes. She is a fan of Victorian Papers, Tasha Tudor and Gooseberry Patch....just to name a few. Another favorite collectible of hers are antique linens: doilies, runners, dishtowels, hankies and so on.
Well, I guess that gives you a good idea of Mom. What I ask is that anyone who would like to penpal with my Mom simply PM me and I'll send you her address. If you would be so kind to initiate correspondence and write the first letter, that would be wonderful!! Mom is just going to be so tickled pick about this. It will be such a treat for her to make some new dear penfriends from across the country/around the world!! :-)
Thank you so much,
*pollyesther* |
Edited by - pollyesther on Aug 20 2007 2:54:32 PM |
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Kathie
True Blue Farmgirl
2436 Posts
Kathie
Thonotosassa
Florida
USA
2436 Posts |
Posted - Aug 20 2007 : 2:00:47 PM
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What A Dear Sweet daughter You Are!!
Do you know you have a couple Farm Girls that are VERY near you?
Naomi Michelle & Tina Michelle.. !! i think there are more too.. But i'll have to see if i can remember who else may be close!
Take a look to see where These two are!
See.. Ya just never know Girl!! Right outside your own back door!
In a World Where you Can Be Anything, Be Yourself.. |
Edited by - Kathie on Aug 20 2007 2:58:59 PM |
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jcbtxstars
True Blue Farmgirl
77 Posts
Julia C
Midland
Texas
USA
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Posted - Aug 20 2007 : 2:11:49 PM
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I sent you a email.
Miss Julia |
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pollyesther
Farmgirl in Training
35 Posts
Karen
FL
USA
35 Posts |
Posted - Aug 20 2007 : 2:34:26 PM
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Hi Miss Julia-
Thank you so much! Email received and a reply sent to you. :-)
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Originally posted by jcbtxstars
I sent you a email.
Miss Julia
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Maryjane Lee
True Blue Farmgirl
2195 Posts
Maryjane
CA
USA
2195 Posts |
Posted - Aug 20 2007 : 2:35:06 PM
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Karen, I would love to be a penpal to your sweet Mother! I will email you! What a sweet  daughter you are!
Hugs,
Maryjane Lee
The Beehive Cottage~
est. 1971 |
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pollyesther
Farmgirl in Training
35 Posts
Karen
FL
USA
35 Posts |
Posted - Aug 20 2007 : 2:35:52 PM
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Hi Kathie-
Thank you for your kind words. Yes, it is a small world. Thank you for the info about our neighbor farmgals. Perhaps we'll be able to meet one day!!
Take care! :-)
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Originally posted by Kathie
What A Dear Sweet daughter You Are!!
Do you know you have a couple Farm Girls that are VERY near you?
Naomi & Tina Michelle.. !! i think there are more too.. But i'll have to see if i can remember who else may be close!
Take a look to see where These two are!
See.. Ya just never know Girl!! Right outside your own back door!
In a World Where you Can Be Anything, Be Yourself..
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pollyesther
Farmgirl in Training
35 Posts
Karen
FL
USA
35 Posts |
Posted - Aug 20 2007 : 2:56:59 PM
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Maryjane Lee-
And what a sweet lady you are. My mom will be delighted to correspond with you! How fun! Emailed you directly with her contact info.
Thank you, thank you, thank you!!
Karen 
quote:
Originally posted by Maryjane Lee
Karen, I would love to be a penpal to your sweet Mother! I will email you! What a sweet daughter you are!
Hugs,
Maryjane Lee
The Beehive Cottage~
est. 1971
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Maryjane Lee
True Blue Farmgirl
2195 Posts
Maryjane
CA
USA
2195 Posts |
Posted - Aug 20 2007 : 3:07:02 PM
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Welcome, welcome, welcome! My pleasure! Got your sweet email and will have a note in the mail tomorrow to your dear Mother Beverly!
Hugs,
Maryjane Lee
The Beehive Cottage~
est. 1971 |
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Luzy
True Blue Farmgirl
922 Posts
Luanne
Pueblo
Colorado
USA
922 Posts |
Posted - Aug 20 2007 : 3:21:10 PM
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Karen, you sweetie pie! Your Mom is so lucky to have you!! Seems like she and I have similar interests, so I'd love to have her as a new pen friend!! What fun!! Sign me up please! Hugs, Lu
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May I always be the kind of person my dog thinks I am.
http://luzy.etsy.com- My etsy store! |
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Tina Michelle
True Blue Farmgirl
6948 Posts
Tina
sunshine state
FL
USA
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pollyesther
Farmgirl in Training
35 Posts
Karen
FL
USA
35 Posts |
Posted - Aug 20 2007 : 7:21:36 PM
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Dear Miss Lu,
Thank you for the very kind compliment and for signing up to penpal with my mother. You are too sweet! My mom has done so much for me, starting with bringing me into this world , I figure the least I can do is find or create a little fun for her here and there. I will reply to your email directly. I am sure Mom will be simply be beside herself when she opens her mailbox! What a treat!!
xo,
Karen
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Originally posted by Luzy
Karen, you sweetie pie! Your Mom is so lucky to have you!! Seems like she and I have similar interests, so I'd love to have her as a new pen friend!! What fun!! Sign me up please! Hugs, Lu
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May I always be the kind of person my dog thinks I am.
http://luzy.etsy.com- My etsy store!
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pollyesther
Farmgirl in Training
35 Posts
Karen
FL
USA
35 Posts |
Posted - Aug 20 2007 : 7:23:21 PM
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Thank you, Maryjane Lee!! I will let Mom know to be on the lookout!
Hugs,
Karen
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Originally posted by Maryjane Lee
Welcome, welcome, welcome! My pleasure! Got your sweet email and will have a note in the mail tomorrow to your dear Mother Beverly!
Hugs,
Maryjane Lee
The Beehive Cottage~
est. 1971
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pollyesther
Farmgirl in Training
35 Posts
Karen
FL
USA
35 Posts |
Posted - Aug 20 2007 : 7:25:04 PM
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Hi Tina,
Yes!! We should all meet! That sounds like lots of fun!
It's nice to know another farmgirl nearby!!
I will reply to your email directly.
Hugs,
Karen
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Originally posted by Tina Michelle
Hi Karen,
I live in the Panhandle!!I'd be delighted to meet you and your mom.
I'll email you to get your mom's address. I'd be thrilled to write to her.
~Tina
~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
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Annie S
True Blue Farmgirl
756 Posts
Annie
Custer
S.D.
USA
756 Posts |
Posted - Aug 21 2007 : 11:20:47 AM
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Would love to be a pen pal to your mother as well. Sending you an e-mail w/info.
Annie |
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paradiseplantation
True Blue Farmgirl
1277 Posts
julie
social springs community
Louisiana
USA
1277 Posts |
Posted - Aug 21 2007 : 2:29:13 PM
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Your mom sounds like a lot of fun! I'll be happy to be her pen pal!
from the hearts of paradise... |
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