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Linder
True Blue Farmgirl
592 Posts
Linda
Lake Forest
IL
USA
592 Posts |
 Posted - Jan 21 2008 : 12:37:41 PM
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Hello Everyone,
My name is Linda and although I was born and raised in Washington State, I now reside in Los Angeles, CA.
This is a challenging place for a country-girl to live but I manage to bring the warmth and groundedness of "home" here and want to broaden that by being in contact with all of you!
Looking forwad to getting to know you!
Hugs,
Linder
And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk to blossom |
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JudyBlueEyes
True Blue Farmgirl
657 Posts
Judith
Spokane
Washington
USA
657 Posts |
Posted - Jan 21 2008 : 12:59:03 PM
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Hi, Linder, and welcome!
I have done the opposite of you...I lived in San Diego for 27 years and moved to Spokane 3-1/2 years ago...I am just loving it here, snow and ice and all (well, maybe not the ice so much...) and am getting used to seasonal gardening. You enjoy the year round gardening that you get to do in So Cal - it's a whole different world! There are a few of us ex-patriate Californians here at The Farm and likewise lots of California girls too...Enjoy your stay! Judy
We come from the earth, we go back to the earth, and in between, we garden! |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22944 Posts
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Posted - Jan 21 2008 : 1:01:12 PM
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Welcome Linda!!
I am sure you will love it here!
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
Please come visit Nora and I our our new blog:
www.farmgirlalee.blogspot.com |
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Annika
True Blue Farmgirl
5602 Posts
Annika
USA
5602 Posts |
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jpbluesky
True Blue Farmgirl
6066 Posts
Jeannie
Florida
USA
6066 Posts |
Posted - Jan 21 2008 : 1:33:50 PM
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Welcome, Linda - from waaaaaay across the nation! Glad you are here!
Farmgirl Sister # 31
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Linder
True Blue Farmgirl
592 Posts
Linda
Lake Forest
IL
USA
592 Posts |
Posted - Jan 21 2008 : 1:34:12 PM
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Thank you all for your warm welcome! I live 7 minutes from LAX airport and have a house SO close by that it is sound proofed because of the noise from the planes. I have attempted container gardening here but find that the combiniation of dirt in the air and the several critters in my home that like to eat what's in my garden leaves me with a very pathetic harvest! LOL!
My hobbies are cooking and baking. I'm a terrific baker! I'm a big arts & crafts girl. I used to can quite a bit but just haven't had the time since I moved here. Recently I have been creating some beautiful quilts out of vintage products that I purchase at garage & estate sales.
I also love to read and listen to music.
Thanks for asking!
And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk to blossom |
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Maryjane Lee
True Blue Farmgirl
2195 Posts
Maryjane
CA
USA
2195 Posts |
Posted - Jan 21 2008 : 2:43:25 PM
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Welcome Linder! I am a California gal to! I am closer to San Diego. You will love it here!!! Looking forward to getting to know you!
Hugs, Maryjane Lee
Farmgirl Sister #44
The Beehive Cottage~est. 1971
Sisters on the Fly #595
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Marybeth
True Blue Farmgirl
6418 Posts
Mary Beth
Stanwood
Wa 98292
USA
6418 Posts |
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cajungal
True Blue Farmgirl
2349 Posts
Catherine Farmgirl Sister #76
Houston Area
Texas
2349 Posts |
Posted - Jan 21 2008 : 3:00:43 PM
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Hi Linder!! Welcome!!
Wow, for recently moving you sure have accomplished a lot. I'm sure it's those "hobbies" that keep you sane through the stresses.
I look forward to hearing more and seeing pics.
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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Linder
True Blue Farmgirl
592 Posts
Linda
Lake Forest
IL
USA
592 Posts |
Posted - Jan 21 2008 : 3:11:30 PM
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I'll take a picture of my latest quilt when I visit Minnesota this weekend and try to post next week. I made a super thick one for my best friend as a Christmas gift. All recycled vintage items except for the organic cotton batting. It weighs a ton but man is it warm!
And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk to blossom |
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Tina Michelle
True Blue Farmgirl
6948 Posts
Tina
sunshine state
FL
USA
6948 Posts |
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lilyblossom
True Blue Farmgirl
416 Posts
Donna
Evansville
IN
USA
416 Posts |
Posted - Jan 21 2008 : 5:21:31 PM
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Hi Linder!
Welcome to the farm.
Donna....transplanted southerner, farmgirl #86 |
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Carol Sue
True Blue Farmgirl
4033 Posts
Carol Sue
Washingtonian
USA
4033 Posts |
Posted - Jan 21 2008 : 9:10:56 PM
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Hi Linder,
Having a warm one for Minesotta sounds like a very good idea. What a wonderful gift. Glad to see you hear.
Carol Sue
listening to the quiet moments
Farmgirl #39
www.Quitemoments.blogspot.com |
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Lainey
True Blue Farmgirl
2401 Posts
Elaine
Waco
Kentucky
USA
2401 Posts |
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paradiseplantation
True Blue Farmgirl
1277 Posts
julie
social springs community
Louisiana
USA
1277 Posts |
Posted - Jan 22 2008 : 06:31:10 AM
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A Southern welcome to you, Linda! And don't worry. Farmgirls are famous for tackling challenges and making them work! Good luck, and I'll look forward to reading more about you!
from the hearts of paradise... |
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Aunt Jenny
True Blue Farmgirl
11381 Posts
Jenny
middle of
Utah
USA
11381 Posts |
Posted - Jan 22 2008 : 10:51:53 AM
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WElcome Linda!!!! You will just love it here!!
Jenny in Utah
Proud Farmgirl sister #24
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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one_dog_per_acre
True Blue Farmgirl
1572 Posts
Trish
Sandpoint
ID
USA
1572 Posts |
Posted - Jan 22 2008 : 11:19:51 AM
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Hi Linda,
Thanks for the recipes!! Where in WA are you from?
Trish in the snowy north, where it is -2 today
Farmgirl Sister #91
Make cupcakes not war! |
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Miss Bee Haven
True Blue Farmgirl
4331 Posts
Janice
Louisville/Irvington
Kentucky
USA
4331 Posts |
Posted - Jan 22 2008 : 2:15:37 PM
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Welcome, Linda. I know you're going to enjoy your time here.
Farmgirl Sister #50
"If you think you've got it nailed down, then what's all that around it?"
'Br.Dave Gardner' |
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Linder
True Blue Farmgirl
592 Posts
Linda
Lake Forest
IL
USA
592 Posts |
Posted - Jan 22 2008 : 4:53:35 PM
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Hi Trish!
I'm from Bellevue, WA but have parents living in spokane, WA now. Home isn't quite like it used to be, not even the rural areas. That's growth for you. I love Spokane though, so much LAND, clean air and water you can drink right out of the tap! That's a miracle for those of us who have to buy our water here. LOL!
And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk to blossom |
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La Patite Ferme
True Blue Farmgirl
623 Posts
Jenn
CA
USA
623 Posts |
Posted - Jan 24 2008 : 2:23:05 PM
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Welcome aboard Linder
I'm up in Ventura County. Not so sunny these days. In fact we had hail this afternoon. I had to chuckle when I read you were from Bellvue. I have an uncle and an aunt who live there. I use to tell him he made me laugh every time I thought about them. One time he asked me what was so funny. I said "how could I not laugh - a shrink and a therapist living in Bellvue. Wouldn't that make you laugh?"  He thought that was great.
You're gonna have a great time here.
Jenn |
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sherone_13
True Blue Farmgirl
2460 Posts
Sherone
Evanston
WY
USA
2460 Posts |
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Linder
True Blue Farmgirl
592 Posts
Linda
Lake Forest
IL
USA
592 Posts |
Posted - Jan 24 2008 : 6:41:58 PM
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Hi Jenn,
Actually been here for 7 years now. Just haven't gotten around much, all work and no play...
And a big hello to Sherone as well and thanks for the lovely welcome. Everyone's been terrific!
And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk to blossom |
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kreativeblonde
True Blue Farmgirl
135 Posts
Amanda
Summerland
Ca
USA
135 Posts |
Posted - Jan 25 2008 : 6:19:44 PM
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Welcome from sunny? (well, snowy, rainy, windy, and freezing cold) Santa Barbara! I'm just up the coast in a small town near Santa Barbara. You will love it here. I look forward to getting to know you. Us California gals will have to plan a get-together one of these days.
Amanda
Too much of a good thing is wonderful.
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17453 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17453 Posts |
Posted - Jan 29 2008 : 8:37:00 PM
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Hi Linda,
Like Judy, I too am a Calif. transplant now living in Spokane Wash.(having moved from Moorpark, CA.)
If you are missing Wash., send me your address, I will be glad to send you some snow,,,LOTS of SNOW! lol!
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
mjf#72
Sisters on the Fly#472
www.katmom4.blogspot.com |
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Cheryl
True Blue Farmgirl
919 Posts
Cheryl
Magalia
CA
USA
919 Posts |
Posted - Jan 30 2008 : 07:37:32 AM
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Hi Linda, It is very nice to meet you!
Cheryl, Farmgirl Sister #48
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13 |
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Linder
True Blue Farmgirl
592 Posts
Linda
Lake Forest
IL
USA
592 Posts |
Posted - Jan 31 2008 : 8:00:42 PM
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Grace!
I spoke with my parents today and it sounds like you're getting buried up there! How are you doing? My folks said, the mail delivery and garbage pick ups have ceased because the vewhicles can't get into the neighborhoods. They also said the kids have been out of school all week. Far cry from Moorpark, huh?
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