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oldfashioned girl
True Blue Farmgirl
2391 Posts
monica
oatman
az
USA
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DeepsouthMamma
True Blue Farmgirl
1454 Posts
Autumn
Southwest Louisiana
USA
1454 Posts |
 Posted - Feb 25 2009 : 11:36:27 AM
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Oh girls!!! I finally got an egg today!!!!
I have a housefull right now but I had to stop and tell you how excited I am!!!!
I'll post pics later!!!
WOO!HOO! Now we just need a baby!!!!!!!
Blessings,
Autumn
Farmgirl #49
http://simplytoday-autumn.blogspot.com/
Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. |
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homemom
True Blue Farmgirl
1593 Posts
Ruth
Warwick
RI
USA
1593 Posts |
Posted - Feb 25 2009 : 12:04:30 PM
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Autumn~that's great!!!!!!!!!!
Bonne~you and your son seem to have a great relationship. So sorry he has pink eye and you can't go see him.
I have my bread rising. The laundry is put away. Now I need to clean the bathroom so I can have some time to sew.
Ruth
 Living the farm life in my heart.
http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/Ruth
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Bonne
True Blue Farmgirl
3003 Posts
Bonne
Littleton
CO
USA
3003 Posts |
Posted - Feb 25 2009 : 12:46:09 PM
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I'm sitting on my hands about the bread~letting "zeb", my starter, build up more. wahhh!!!
Got the tax refunds done and filed though. My major accomplishment for the day.
Thinking about sewing a wrap skirt~I pulled out one that I'd done last year to wear today and it's so comfy~need more of them. 70 yesterday and 60's today~life is good afterall. lol
Yippeee!! on your EGG Autumn!! I've been mulling over raising chickens~we have so many varmints(skunks,'coons, fox, coyote, hawks) lately though, it would really attract them all the more, but fresh eggs would be delightful.
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countrynmore
True Blue Farmgirl
1975 Posts
Sharon
CA
USA
1975 Posts |
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homemom
True Blue Farmgirl
1593 Posts
Ruth
Warwick
RI
USA
1593 Posts |
Posted - Feb 25 2009 : 1:22:49 PM
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Too funny, Sharon. I don't think I have any energy but things have to get done. I really didn't even want to leave the house today but the kids' had their gym class so off we went. I stopped at the grocery store to get more flour. The local grocery store has been sending us coupons for free things and 5% off any purchase. So I got a 1 lb. of butter and Thomas Whole Grain english muffins for free and bought a bag of King Arthur flour and got 5% off that.
Bonne~You are a one woman sewing spree. I need to find a place where I can leave my sewing machine out and not have to clear everything. Right now, I use my dining room table. The kids do school there too. I can't leave my sewing spread out. It's a bit of a pain. No room in the kitchen. Maybe I'll have the kids do their school work at the coffee table. Gotta figure something out so I can get more sewing done.
Ruth
Living the farm life in my heart.
http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/Ruth
http://farmgirlinmyheart.blogspot.com |
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oldfashioned girl
True Blue Farmgirl
2391 Posts
monica
oatman
az
USA
2391 Posts |
Posted - Feb 25 2009 : 1:39:25 PM
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Okay, here's something to check out! If you go to www.recovery.gov you can keep track of how the government is spending the money! If you follow the links you can read all 407 pages of the bill! It's amazing what is in it including 650 million for the analog to digital switch, 4.7 billion to expand public computer center capacity such as computers in libraries and 2.5 billion to give every one access to high speed internet and have 2 choices at that!
To me it's kind of like borrowing money to buy groceries and throwing in a request for money for a new outfit too!!!
Monica
farmgirls rule!
www.justducky48.etsy.com
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Bonne
True Blue Farmgirl
3003 Posts
Bonne
Littleton
CO
USA
3003 Posts |
Posted - Feb 25 2009 : 2:01:06 PM
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Ruth, start working on the basement space for sewing. Invest(ha!) in some good lighting~overhead fluorescent lights aren't terribly expensive, plus a space heater to keep you warm. You can organize it to make it more homey with some inexpensive touches. Go garage saleing this spring for lights, tables/chair, dressers or cubes for storage to expand your workspace into someplace you'd love to go. It CAN be done!
Did you get together with Jess's friend in CT about the treadle yet? You can stash that in the basement, que no? 
http://bonne1313.blogspot.com/ BLOG
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oldfashioned girl
True Blue Farmgirl
2391 Posts
monica
oatman
az
USA
2391 Posts |
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Suzan
True Blue Farmgirl
659 Posts
suzanne
duncannon
pa
USA
659 Posts |
Posted - Feb 25 2009 : 2:33:18 PM
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Hey, Linda, I'm the Suzanne that Bev referred to - we live near Harrisburg. I get up thru Scranton about once a month as my son lives in Syracuse. We'll have to get together sometime! There have been a number of PA girls finding MJF lately...
Bev, Local honey?? You've got a customer... Definitely ready for a get-together anytime, antiquing or whatever...Oh, and I made it to Smile Spinners yesterday, signed up for a couple classes in March.
Ruth, your pkg went out today. Sorry I didn't get it out yesterday, things didn't go as planned...
My MIL passed away this morning - her health had been declining. So now I am discovering that since I wear business casual to work I don't have anything suitable...I think I need to get a few "funeral" clothes around, our relatives are all getting up there. We have to travel about 3hrs away, she lived in western PA. My husband was an only child but we have 4 kids and 4 grandchildren, and we will all be descending on my parents for the next few days so it is going to be hectic... |
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Bonne
True Blue Farmgirl
3003 Posts
Bonne
Littleton
CO
USA
3003 Posts |
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Suzan
True Blue Farmgirl
659 Posts
suzanne
duncannon
pa
USA
659 Posts |
Posted - Feb 25 2009 : 2:49:34 PM
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| Thanks, Bonne, that's how we all feel. |
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DeepsouthMamma
True Blue Farmgirl
1454 Posts
Autumn
Southwest Louisiana
USA
1454 Posts |
Posted - Feb 25 2009 : 2:55:56 PM
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Sorry for your loss Suzanne!
Been busy with the pregnant girls today-foot massages and pedicures on the front porch- surely it can't be long now!!!
I have this feeling it will start tonight.
I'm keeping the phone by the bed-just in case!!!!
I got a copy of the apron in the MJF Mag(oct. I think) copied at Kinkos today. Looks super easy to do- I think I'll whip one up tonight! It's all one piece so it should work out really fast.
I am so happy my hens are FINALLY starting to lay!!! I was worried I may have gotten a bunch of OLD girls!!!!
Dr wants to do another thyroid test tomorrow- see if it's improved from last time.
I was tested for diabetes in August- so I guess it's just menopause and the past catching up with me- you know-genetics
Blessings,
Autumn
Farmgirl #49
http://simplytoday-autumn.blogspot.com/
Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. |
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Bee Haven Maven
True Blue Farmgirl
1862 Posts
Beverly
Pennsylvania
USA
1862 Posts |
Posted - Feb 25 2009 : 3:36:48 PM
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Yay, Autumn, an egg!!! That is so exciting. Now here is a little scoop on fresh eggs...let them sit in your fridge for at least 2 weeks before hard boiling, or you won't be able to peel them well...and they end up looking like they have been through the blender.
Well, Bonne...that is a great idea...the dog...except the one line that says...."doesn't like other dogs" And you know how I am about my Maddie and Sadie.... We are going to put a big fence around our beehives, just like we did around our vege garden. But, thanks for the idea.
Ok, laundry....no there are no laundromats. Yes, I already have a few washboards...they are the decor in my laundry room....and I always have that old washer...you might remember the picture of the one in my sewing room...wooden...with the hand cranked agitator and wringer. So, I will make do...or go Pioneer!! Actually, I talked with my contractor and asked him that if he could do nothing else before May 1st, at least to have my laundry room finished so I can move the washer and dryer into it and use it until the rest of the house is finished....but I do still like the picture of me down by the stream!!!!
I spent the day at the farm today...going over things with the contractor. I hate to go on and on, but I am just about to bust myself with excitement. I try not to talk about it incessantly...so please excuse me....but this is all too much fun!! Oh how I cannot wait for all the building to be finished.
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Aprons for sale at: www.apronmaven.blogspot.com |
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homemom
True Blue Farmgirl
1593 Posts
Ruth
Warwick
RI
USA
1593 Posts |
Posted - Feb 25 2009 : 4:15:45 PM
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Bonne~I was thinking of getting it all set up down there. That means more purging and reorganizing. I will start as it gets warmer. It's too cold down there now. Jess is still working on the treadle for me.
Suzanne~thanks for the soap. I really appreciate it. Sorry to hear about your loss.
Bev~Just think of the nice strong arms you'll have from doing all that scrubbin in the creek.
Ruth
Living the farm life in my heart.
http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/Ruth
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homemom
True Blue Farmgirl
1593 Posts
Ruth
Warwick
RI
USA
1593 Posts |
Posted - Feb 25 2009 : 4:19:16 PM
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Monica~that is so ridiculous. I can't believe what they are spending money on when our country is in so much trouble. I think they all need to be fired.
PA ladies~I will be in PA for five days in June. I will be in the Poconos area. I don't know if any of you are near there.
Ruth
Living the farm life in my heart.
http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/Ruth
http://farmgirlinmyheart.blogspot.com |
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Bee Haven Maven
True Blue Farmgirl
1862 Posts
Beverly
Pennsylvania
USA
1862 Posts |
Posted - Feb 25 2009 : 4:54:01 PM
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Oh Ruth....Linda, Yarnmamma is probably the closest to the Poconos. I am about 2 hours away...but would definitely run up there to meet you!! Or, if you wanted to take a 2 or 3 hour trip a little further south, you could come to Bee Haven Acres!!!! Unfortunately I cannot put you up, cause you would have to stay in the 20 X 20 space with me, hubbs, 2 huge dogs, and 2 cats. You would definitely be ready to shoot yourself after that experience!!
Visit my blog at: www.sewonandsewfourth.blogspot.com
Visit our farm at: www.beehavenacres.blogspot.com
Aprons for sale at: www.apronmaven.blogspot.com |
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Bee Haven Maven
True Blue Farmgirl
1862 Posts
Beverly
Pennsylvania
USA
1862 Posts |
Posted - Feb 25 2009 : 5:49:51 PM
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Hey Bonne.....I picked up Mother Earth News....Grow Your Own Food issue and got a great idea for Hubbs birthday. He has been talking about growning shiitake mushrooms....and there was an article and link to order your own log seeded with shiitake spores....So I am giving him a fungus for his birthday! I thought that was pretty unique. He will love it (shhhh, don't tell, it is a secret)
Visit my blog at: www.sewonandsewfourth.blogspot.com
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Aprons for sale at: www.apronmaven.blogspot.com |
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cinnamongirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1682 Posts
Carrie
Canada
1682 Posts |
Posted - Feb 25 2009 : 6:25:43 PM
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Autumn alright you finally got an egg ( I read they only usually lay 1 or 2 a day) they like the light (which I also read 14 hours a day) and they do not like cold or drafts I am getting prepared for the day I can have them.
I am sure that baby will be here soon too. Glad some good stuff is happening.
Bev laundry at the river can't wait for pics
Suzanne sorry to hear about your mil my condolences to you and your family |
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oldfashioned girl
True Blue Farmgirl
2391 Posts
monica
oatman
az
USA
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Posted - Feb 25 2009 : 6:56:48 PM
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Suzanne, So sorry to hear about your MIL! ((((Hugs to you and your family))))
Bev, Out of context, giving your hubby a fungus for his birthday sounds like your getting back at him for something!! hehe!!
Monica
farmgirls rule!
www.justducky48.etsy.com
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Carol Sue
True Blue Farmgirl
4033 Posts
Carol Sue
Washingtonian
USA
4033 Posts |
Posted - Feb 25 2009 : 7:33:40 PM
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Suzanne, sorry for you loss and safe journey there.
Bev, your hives sound great and washing by the stream....hmmmm,
arm muscles in deed.
Ruth, yes, when the weather warms up, I agree you should make it your sewing therapy area. I can sure understand waiting till it warms up.
Autumn, an egg, an egg, an egg!!!!! Yippeee!!!!!!!
Bonne you and Jess, you are whiz's when it comes to getting things done. Ruth too!!!!!
On my couch, heated rice bags, praying for some release, I did wipe out my frig earlier....it was a must. Spill something and you have to clean it up, you may as well finish it up. Only I did a shortened version of it. It made me feel better like I got something accomplished. Grin.
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Carol Sue
True Blue Farmgirl
4033 Posts
Carol Sue
Washingtonian
USA
4033 Posts |
Posted - Feb 25 2009 : 7:38:17 PM
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Hmmmm a fungus for his birthday, you are brilliant Bev.
Carrie, yeah that Linda could do the blocks, it makes me feel a lot better!!!!
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
4247 Posts |
Posted - Feb 25 2009 : 7:43:17 PM
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Carol Sue...so sorry you feel so bad. :-( take care and hopefully you will feel better soon.
I look forward to doing the blocks. I think I'll have to design my own because I want simple...it will be fun...good for the brain to stretch it to do something different.
luv ya Carol Sue ((((((huuuuuuggggssss))))
Linda
in Scranton, PA
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Naomi Michelle
True Blue Farmgirl
1563 Posts
Naomi
Sunshine State
USA
1563 Posts |
Posted - Feb 25 2009 : 8:16:17 PM
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Autumn....hehe...I gotcha beat...I got 17 eggs today from two chickens............
ooook..oook....so..it was really 8 1/2 days worth of eggs....all still fresh...no really..I checked every one of them...all sank...no floating rotten eggs...I found their nest finally...I thought sure they weren't laying...but Noooo...they had to prove me wrong...
~Naomi~
Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be-Abraham Lincoln
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Carol Sue
True Blue Farmgirl
4033 Posts
Carol Sue
Washingtonian
USA
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Posted - Feb 25 2009 : 8:37:10 PM
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LOL, Nay eight days worth. I haven't collected mine from yesterday, just couldnt' do it....will have lots tomorrow, hey we are just now hitting 40, think I am okay....my own refer, the outdoors....lol
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Stitching & Crafting Room: New Apron(and more) Sew-a-long...cont. from before |
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New Apron(and more) Sew-a-long...cont. from before
