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chicken necker
True Blue Farmgirl
509 Posts
Sherry
Eastern Shore
Maryland
USA
509 Posts |
 Posted - Dec 05 2007 : 10:48:02 AM
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| Hello All! I live on the Eastern Shore in Maryland. I just recently read and reread and reread MaryJane's book. I grew up on a farm in PA and the book brought tears to my eyes! I am sick today so I spent most of the day glued to the forums. Wow! My life is in turmoil and has been for a long time. I told my mom that I just want to go "home". She said "you have a home, what else do you need?" Now I know what's been missing. I want my "simple life" back! (simple not easy! lol)Knowing there are alot more girls out there like me has given me the greatest blessing....Hope! Thank you all for sharing your stories and hearts! I hope to get to know you all much better in the future! |
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MasterGardener
True Blue Farmgirl
572 Posts
Chandra
Louisiana
USA
572 Posts |
Posted - Dec 05 2007 : 10:59:01 AM
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Hi chicken necker! I know how finding MJF feels; for me it was "this is what's been missing in my life!" Many of us have said the same thing after finding MJ's book and this site. The book spoke to my heart in a way that just brought me to tears. I've not been the same since & I feel like it was a "God-send" in many ways. Hope you continue to find joy and comfort, inspiration and that "home-away-from-home" feeling here on the MJF's Connection & try to remember that "tough times don't last, but tough people do" by (?)
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She considereth a field, and buyeth it; with the fruit of her hands she planteth a vineyard.
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22944 Posts
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Posted - Dec 05 2007 : 11:01:33 AM
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Welcome to the forum! How did you choose your nickname?
Isn't it great to have an instant connection with people, quite literally, all over the world? It really is nice to find direction and hope in the books and magazines. I always knew I needed something and my heart was searching for something different than the mainstream stuff you see in most magazines and on TV. MaryJane is the perfect guide to a more simple lifestyle, isn't she?
Alee
The amazing one handed typist! One hand to keep Nora out of trouble! |
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amyartgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
991 Posts
Amy
Junction City
Ohio
USA
991 Posts |
Posted - Dec 05 2007 : 12:22:58 PM
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Welcome to MJF! I totally know where you are coming from. My parents really want me to come home...back to my rual life that I left since 1994 when I went to collage (after that life has not been the same)....I miss it so very much. My sister and her family lives up the road from our parents. DH and I are going through career transitions...I am ready to leave my job and he lost his (not his fault...long story)....but the way things are with finances, locked in a lease, etc, we cannot make that move right now. I do get teary eyed too when I read stuff on the MJFG board/related books or when I watch a farm type show like America's Heartland or Farmer's Almanac TV (on our PBS HD channel). I think sometime in our lives we need to get back in touch to our rural roots or experience country life (for those born and raised in the city), due to our confusing, face-paced lives....Anyhow, I am so happy that I found MJF! Again, welcome :)
Farmgirl Sister #21
http://artfulheart.blogspot.com
http://farmgirltales.blogspot.com |
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Tina Michelle
True Blue Farmgirl
6948 Posts
Tina
sunshine state
FL
USA
6948 Posts |
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bybiddie
True Blue Farmgirl
267 Posts
susan
upstate
ny
USA
267 Posts |
Posted - Dec 05 2007 : 12:50:07 PM
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Welcome, Chicken Necker. It's a great comfort to be part of this group.
Susan
Lovin' my life
http://BizzyHands.etsy.com |
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Lainey
True Blue Farmgirl
2401 Posts
Elaine
Waco
Kentucky
USA
2401 Posts |
Posted - Dec 05 2007 : 1:07:12 PM
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Welcome! I know what you mean about finding a place here. Many times I'll find inspiration in reading something someone else has said to another farmgirl. Somehow the words were something I needed to hear. It's a feeling of belonging, as many of the wonderful ladies share their experiences and feelings and I find I can relate to what they are saying. It's nice meeting you here and I look forward to getting to know you.
Farmgirl Sister #25
http://countrygirldreams.blogspot.com/ |
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Aunt Jenny
True Blue Farmgirl
11381 Posts
Jenny
middle of
Utah
USA
11381 Posts |
Posted - Dec 05 2007 : 1:40:02 PM
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Welcome!! Isn't this just the best place. I was so happy when I found myself here..quite awhile ago now. I LOVE to hear that others are just as happy and feel so at home. It is just the best place..what a wonderful sisterhood we have here. It will be fun to get to know you!
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 |
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chicken necker
True Blue Farmgirl
509 Posts
Sherry
Eastern Shore
Maryland
USA
509 Posts |
Posted - Dec 05 2007 : 4:16:05 PM
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Dear Alee, "Chicken necker"  Technically, here on the "shore" is a derogitory (sp) term for yuppies that come over from the outside to buy up property from the born~n~bred's, ruin it, build up and just don't "know how its done in these parts", namely using chicken necks to catch crabs instead of the traditional bull lips, erg! I have a very special friend that when we met called me that, he says because my English is educated and I use my turn signals (that's just not done!)LOL! Once we talked about our real upbringing and I shared the pictures of me and my sister standing with the cow in just our undies (we were very remote, just mom and two girls and young enough not to think nasty things)he changed his mind. He calls me chicken necker as a joke and as affection.
I love deadlines. I especially like the whooshing sound they make as they go flying by. ~anon |
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Farmtopia
True Blue Farmgirl
1465 Posts
Zan
New York
New York
USA
1465 Posts |
Posted - Dec 05 2007 : 7:19:45 PM
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Hi Chicken Necker...well, that's some story behind the screen name! I know how you feel, sometimes I want to throw my hands up and literally "head for the hills." The city can be REALLY rough...too many people who all want what they want...sometimes it's hard to find beauty amongst the concrete.
Life will ask alot out of you, but it's always good to have friends, and this seems to be the place for them! 
Welcome, and I hope you eventually find your happiness 
~*~Dream all you dreamers~*~
www.bigtownfarmer.com
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Hideaway Farmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1553 Posts
Jo
Virginia
USA
1553 Posts |
Posted - Dec 06 2007 : 07:12:17 AM
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Welcome, Chicken Necker!
I knew it had to do with catching crabs (have spent a lot of time on the VA side of the Potomac River cooking and devouring those tasty critters). I did not know it was a term used for those of us who have found the good life next to the short ... we usually get called "Come Here's" on this side!
You sound like a true farmgirl, and you will love the time spent here.
Jo
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tangledthreads
True Blue Farmgirl
185 Posts
Michelle
Middle Tennessee
USA
185 Posts |
Posted - Dec 06 2007 : 11:36:47 AM
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Welcome! I too live the Life Book, it travels with me anytime we are on the road, I read and reread it!!
You must be the change you wish to see in the world.
Mahatma Ghandi
A bird does not sing because it has an answer. It sings because it has a song. Chinese Proverb
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Maryjane Lee
True Blue Farmgirl
2195 Posts
Maryjane
CA
USA
2195 Posts |
Posted - Dec 06 2007 : 12:15:21 PM
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Welcome to MJF and to the forum! My life has changed also since I found MJF! Love keeping my hands busy again with sewing, crocheting and making wonderful friends! You will love it here!
Hugs, Maryjane Lee
The Beehive Cottage~est. 1971
Farmgirl Sister #44
Sisters on the Fly #595
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Carol Sue
True Blue Farmgirl
4033 Posts
Carol Sue
Washingtonian
USA
4033 Posts |
Posted - Dec 07 2007 : 9:54:45 PM
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Welc0me, s0 glad that y0u are here. N0w "chicken necker" will make me laugh.
Car0l Sue
listening to the quiet moments
www.Quitemoments.blogspot.com |
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junkjunkie
True Blue Farmgirl
1306 Posts
Judy
Lawrenceville
NJ
USA
1306 Posts |
Posted - Dec 12 2007 : 06:59:30 AM
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Welcome! The story of your nickname is very funny! To be honest, I doubt I will ever live on a farm, but I like the 'farmgirl spirit' on this forum, which is why I'm drawn to it. I like country, and I live vicariously through this site and learn a lot. It's very interesting!
"To have life in focus, we must have death in our field of vision." Benedictine monk John Main |
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paradiseplantation
True Blue Farmgirl
1277 Posts
julie
social springs community
Louisiana
USA
1277 Posts |
Posted - Dec 12 2007 : 07:05:07 AM
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A warm Southern welcome to you, C.N.! Glad to have you!
from the hearts of paradise... |
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Bee Haven Maven
True Blue Farmgirl
1862 Posts
Beverly
Pennsylvania
USA
1862 Posts |
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cajungal
True Blue Farmgirl
2349 Posts
Catherine Farmgirl Sister #76
Houston Area
Texas
2349 Posts |
Posted - Dec 13 2007 : 04:54:49 AM
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Welcome Chicken Necker!!
You have found a safe haven and a "home" no matter where you live. You will love it here.
I love your name and the story behind it. I live on the Gulf Coast near Galveston, TX and go crabbing every chance I can. Chicken necks are actually the preferred bait here!! How funny.
Blessings
Catherine
Farmgirl Sister #76
One of the best compliments from one of my daughters: "Moma, you smell good...like dirt." |
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DeepsouthMamma
True Blue Farmgirl
1454 Posts
Autumn
Southwest Louisiana
USA
1454 Posts |
Posted - Dec 13 2007 : 7:29:26 PM
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Welcome to the farm and I'm looking forward to getting to know you!
Blessings,
Autumn
Farmgirl #49
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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