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EllynAnne
True Blue Farmgirl
108 Posts
EllynAnne
Pueblo
CO
108 Posts |
 Posted - Dec 27 2007 : 7:15:39 PM
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So much news! Two weeks ago my publisher offered me the opportunity to write a book centered on the notion that like aprons, household linens carry within their fabric the stories of the women who once owned them. Daily, I set my table with a cloth and napkins that bear the initials of strangers, dry my hands on towels embroidered by someone other than me, and use hot pads sewn by another. If you collect vintage linens (napkins, hot pads, tea towels, cozies, doilies, runners, cloths, etc) and have a story to share, please email me at ellynanne@apronmemories.com, with your story as an attachment. If you'd like to be considered for the book, your story is due in a week. The book's publication in fall 2008. This book will take the place of the book I just completed, which is now set for 2009. I hope to hear from y'all!
Like Alee, I finally, finally started a blog. It's pathetic how long it took me to figure it out. The blog's linked on my website apronmemories.com . I also (finally) figured out a use for the black and white photos I've been collecting - Vintage eGreetings. The latest is a new year's greeting, the snapshot taken New Year's Eve 1954. The cards are free for the sending, you just click, personalize, and send.
I read this particular forum regularly and marvel at the number of you who place communication and community as a daily priority. I know y'all are busy, and I so appreciate if you can take the time to visit my website, write a story or read my blog. If you have only time for one thing, please read my blog dated December 24. Prayers are very appreciated.
xxEllynAnne
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Firemama
True Blue Farmgirl
1731 Posts
Amanda
Medical Lake
WA
USA
1731 Posts |
Posted - Dec 27 2007 : 8:30:43 PM
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Good to hear from you , my mom just sent me your book. I love it.
Mama to 2
Your FreckleFaced Farm Girl!!
FarmGirl# 20
http://myfarmdreams.blogspot.com/
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Dec 28 2007 : 12:36:15 PM
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Oh wowzer!
EllynAnne, as you know I have the gift to gab!hahaha! and gab I will!
So I am putting some thoughts to pen & paper, and I will get it to you asap.
But first I need to pull out a few things, a vintage table linen, an apron, a vintage
tea cup & cookie plate,,, after all, a gal can't write w/o tea & cookies....
I'll be wearing one of my vintage aprons and laying out my vintage table cloth.
This should inspire me to "ramble" on paper...
hugz,
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
mjf#72
Sisters on the Fly#472
www.katmom4.blogspot.com |
Edited by - katmom on Dec 28 2007 12:37:09 PM |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Dec 28 2007 : 6:18:11 PM
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Hey EllynAnne,
I just took a peek at your blog. Awesome blog!
Love the "Jewelery Tree" story and my hugs & prayers go out to your Brother-in-law.
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
mjf#72
Sisters on the Fly#472
www.katmom4.blogspot.com |
Edited by - katmom on Dec 28 2007 6:18:55 PM |
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Mumof3
True Blue Farmgirl
3890 Posts
Karin
Ellenwood
GA
USA
3890 Posts |
Posted - Dec 29 2007 : 05:31:05 AM
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Thoughts have been rumbling through my head since I first read this. Be expecting a tidbit from me. :)
Karin
Farmgirl Sister
# 18 :)
Wherever you go, there you are.
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sonflowergurl
True Blue Farmgirl
349 Posts
Katee
Tampa 'Burbs
FL
USA
349 Posts |
Posted - Dec 29 2007 : 11:06:31 AM
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Oh! I just recently got your book, I totally love, love, love it!!!
My wheels are turning, I'll write something up for you soon! :)
Katee
A life without love is like a year without summer.
"Looking Toward the Son"---- http://sonflowergirl731.blogspot.com
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Dec 30 2007 : 6:28:23 PM
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ok, I did it, I forwarded a wee story about how I use my vintage linens.
Actually it was fun to put "thoughts to pen & paper". Just hope she enjoys my
nutzoid sence of humor!
Ok ladies, now it's your turn!....
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
mjf#72
Sisters on the Fly#472
www.katmom4.blogspot.com |
Edited by - katmom on Dec 30 2007 6:29:02 PM |
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EllynAnne
True Blue Farmgirl
108 Posts
EllynAnne
Pueblo
CO
108 Posts |
Posted - Dec 31 2007 : 11:08:13 AM
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Grace, Thank you for telling me your life through linens and with such detail! It's those descriptives that help me to construct your story while retaining your voice. I feel like I know you, and when we finally meet, it'll be like greeting an old friend.
xxea
Tie One On...an apron, of course!
www.apronmemories.com. |
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sewgirlie
True Blue Farmgirl
1894 Posts
Sheryl-lyn
Calverton
NY
USA
1894 Posts |
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EllynAnne
True Blue Farmgirl
108 Posts
EllynAnne
Pueblo
CO
108 Posts |
Posted - Dec 31 2007 : 5:51:27 PM
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Sheryl-lyn, hey! Your story is so sweet, and I mean that in the nicest way. I visited your blog, and there you are! Yea! I love when blogs show a real photo of the writer. My son Noah is a high school Spanish teacher, and if the politics of education don't do him in, he'll be a career teacher, too. What lucky students you have.
xxea
Tie One On...an apron, of course!
www.apronmemories.com |
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sewgirlie
True Blue Farmgirl
1894 Posts
Sheryl-lyn
Calverton
NY
USA
1894 Posts |
Posted - Dec 31 2007 : 8:49:20 PM
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Thank you so much EllynAnne! I hope your son hangs in there with the teaching. There is nothing like it in the world as far as working for someone else goes! I just shut my door and do my thing, but fortunately, we have a principal who totally gets what we do in the classroom and supports us no matter what test scores say. I think after the election next year, that things will change and the craziness of the whole field will simmer down to where we can teach all day and not just test prep. At least I pray for that.
I hope everyone has a fantastic New Year. It's only 12 minutes away! And we are still awake...
My new blog!!
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Maryjane Lee
True Blue Farmgirl
2195 Posts
Maryjane
CA
USA
2195 Posts |
Posted - Jan 02 2008 : 08:56:11 AM
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Hello EllynAnne! Sending you off a story! XO
Hugs, Maryjane Lee
Farmgirl Sister #44
The Beehive Cottage~est. 1971
Sisters on the Fly #595
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EllynAnne
True Blue Farmgirl
108 Posts
EllynAnne
Pueblo
CO
108 Posts |
Posted - Jan 02 2008 : 4:16:14 PM
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Maryjane, please do not edit yourself - just write away, as if we're talking, and you have this great story to tell me. Checking my email for yours...
xxea
Tie One On...an apron, of course!
www.apronmemories.com
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Jan 02 2008 : 6:03:31 PM
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Hey Maryjane Lee #44,& #595
You Go Girl! have fun writing.....it's almost contagious!!!!
I'll have to call you and bug you to see what you wrote. hahaha!
hugz,.
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
mjf#72
Sisters on the Fly#472
www.katmom4.blogspot.com |
Edited by - katmom on Jan 02 2008 6:04:05 PM |
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Maryjane Lee
True Blue Farmgirl
2195 Posts
Maryjane
CA
USA
2195 Posts |
Posted - Jan 03 2008 : 1:41:25 PM
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EllynAnne, just resent the little something I wrote. It came back (a day later!). I put a "s" in apron! Sorry about that! Hey Gracie girl! Have a nice day sisters! XO
Hugs, Maryjane Lee
Farmgirl Sister #44
The Beehive Cottage~est. 1971
Sisters on the Fly #595
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