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Across the Fence:  Things we learned  |
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miss wilma
True Blue Farmgirl
3410 Posts
Wilma
Knob Lick
Ky
USA
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Miss Bee Haven
True Blue Farmgirl
4331 Posts
Janice
Louisville/Irvington
Kentucky
USA
4331 Posts |
 Posted - Mar 18 2008 : 06:12:35 AM
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Miss Wilma, my dad's favorite saying has always been something he claims he got from Tom Mix, an old movie cowboy: "Cheaters never win". Everybody has always called my dad 'Honest John'.
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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miss wilma
True Blue Farmgirl
3410 Posts
Wilma
Knob Lick
Ky
USA
3410 Posts |
Posted - Mar 18 2008 : 06:44:18 AM
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My Dad never was a big talker, He always said anyone that talked all the time had to tell some lies because there wasnt that much truth to be told, He is very very honest to,I really think that is the best lesson he could have taught us, because if we are honest every thing else falls in place
Farm Girl #96
http://www.picturetrail.com/misswilmasplace
http://misswilma.blogspot.com/ |
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nouveau_farmchick
True Blue Farmgirl
173 Posts
Paris
Sequim
Wa
USA
173 Posts |
Posted - Mar 18 2008 : 06:45:41 AM
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I learned from my Dad "where there's a will there's a way". Now that has kept me literally walking for 51 years. I contracted a Staphylococcus Pneumonia as an infant in the hospital that I was born in. It settled in my knee the infection killed most of the growth platelets, severely deforming the joint. I've had 19 knee surgeries through the years and everything from pens, staples, grafts, and braces. I was told that I would never be a candidate for knee replacement surgery. The only thing that kept me hoping was my Dad's words (he died when I was 15). Last year I asked my surgeon to remove my leg above the knee, I wanted to be free of pain. They tried two more surgeries and on the second one (8hrs.) I have a new knee, and more importantly, for the first time in my life I am not in constant pain. Everything in my life is different now, every move I make, even my outlook on life. My girls were so surprised to see me walk after the surgery. They commented that I can walk now without grimacing. I have even run for the first time in my life! I'm so grateful for my Dad's lesson, his words kept me going!
God bless Farmers |
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miss wilma
True Blue Farmgirl
3410 Posts
Wilma
Knob Lick
Ky
USA
3410 Posts |
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miss wilma
True Blue Farmgirl
3410 Posts
Wilma
Knob Lick
Ky
USA
3410 Posts |
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Miss Bee Haven
True Blue Farmgirl
4331 Posts
Janice
Louisville/Irvington
Kentucky
USA
4331 Posts |
Posted - Mar 18 2008 : 06:52:41 AM
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I heard that one too, Pennie. It sounds like my dad's other favorite saying: "When the going gets tough, the tough get going." describes you exactly!
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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miss wilma
True Blue Farmgirl
3410 Posts
Wilma
Knob Lick
Ky
USA
3410 Posts |
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KYgurlsrbest
True Blue Farmgirl
4853 Posts
Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
4853 Posts |
Posted - Mar 18 2008 : 07:01:43 AM
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Ok, being a Daddy's girl, I guess I learned a whole lot from him---work ethic for sure. I'd drag myself in to work if the world was coming to an end (though the stomach flu did stop me in my tracks yesterday). He also taught me to give--even when I don't have it. The backside of a racetrack is a pretty poor place, especially in the 70's and 80's...Daddy was always loaning one of our 2 cars to someone, or lending money or buying food for folks--and he NEVER let on about it. He just always said, "it's what you for folks when they need a leg up."
Farmgirl Sister #80, thanks to a very special farmgirl from the Bluegrass..."She was built like a watch, a study in balance ... with a neck and head so refined, like a drawing by DaVinci"...
NY Newsday sportswriter Bill Nack describing filly, Ruffian.
http://www.buyhandmade.org/ |
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miss wilma
True Blue Farmgirl
3410 Posts
Wilma
Knob Lick
Ky
USA
3410 Posts |
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KYgurlsrbest
True Blue Farmgirl
4853 Posts
Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
4853 Posts |
Posted - Mar 18 2008 : 07:34:01 AM
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I'm so glad that you still have your father with you...it's funny, if my daddy were still alive, he'd be 85. I miss him everyday--and yes, I'm so thankful for the time I had and what I learned from him--things like I mentioned above, but also my quest for knowledge--for history and taking care of our earth.
We're lucky gals, for sure.
Farmgirl Sister #80, thanks to a very special farmgirl from the Bluegrass..."She was built like a watch, a study in balance ... with a neck and head so refined, like a drawing by DaVinci"...
NY Newsday sportswriter Bill Nack describing filly, Ruffian.
http://www.buyhandmade.org/ |
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miss wilma
True Blue Farmgirl
3410 Posts
Wilma
Knob Lick
Ky
USA
3410 Posts |
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kissmekate
True Blue Farmgirl
890 Posts
Kate
Delano
Minnesota
890 Posts |
Posted - Mar 18 2008 : 08:06:42 AM
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My Dad is a saint-in my eyes.
He taught me to have a good work ethic, and that some things are worth fighting for. He is also easy to talk to even when the topic isn't a comfortable one. He also is one to plant a little seed of hope when I think I can't do something. He has faith in me when I don't think I have any left to muster.
He has taught me to be blunt/direct. It has bit me in the tukus a few times, but for the most part it has served well.
He has also taught me all sorts of little household stuff so I didn't have to hire someone, and because he thinks I am capable, and not helpless.
He also has a great sense of humor, so I know when I get an email from him, most likely I will laugh out loud.
He is a great Dad and an even better Grandpa.
Don't miss out on a blessing, just because it isn't packaged the way you expected. ~MaryJo Copeland |
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miss wilma
True Blue Farmgirl
3410 Posts
Wilma
Knob Lick
Ky
USA
3410 Posts |
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kissmekate
True Blue Farmgirl
890 Posts
Kate
Delano
Minnesota
890 Posts |
Posted - Mar 18 2008 : 11:34:05 AM
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Yes, we do Miss Wilma!
I just adore my Dad, actually, both parents for that matter.
I am not a typical "spoiled" Daddy's Girl, but I am one non-the-less, and always will be.
Don't miss out on a blessing, just because it isn't packaged the way you expected. ~MaryJo Copeland |
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miss wilma
True Blue Farmgirl
3410 Posts
Wilma
Knob Lick
Ky
USA
3410 Posts |
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catscharm74
True Blue Farmgirl
4687 Posts
Heather
Texas
USA
4687 Posts |
Posted - Mar 18 2008 : 11:50:22 AM
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Ok, this is going to sound bad but it is a good thing- My dad adored work and money more than vacation and time with his family. He was always just yelling about silly little things that meant nothing but to him were the end of the world. So, I learned to love, be there for my family, listen and don't sweat the small stuff!!!
Cheers,
Heather
FARMGIRL #90 |
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miss wilma
True Blue Farmgirl
3410 Posts
Wilma
Knob Lick
Ky
USA
3410 Posts |
Posted - Mar 18 2008 : 11:58:20 AM
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When we wre little we thought Dad wasnt interested in any thing but mules but now that I am older I really know how much he gave up as a young man to care for his family and what we didnt have when we were younger he has made up for it thousand times over. Heather if we have the things you spoke of we are very wealthy
Farm Girl #96
http://www.picturetrail.com/misswilmasplace
http://misswilma.blogspot.com/ |
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jpbluesky
True Blue Farmgirl
6066 Posts
Jeannie
Florida
USA
6066 Posts |
Posted - Mar 18 2008 : 12:26:24 PM
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LIke your daddy, Miss Wilma, mine was not a talker. Norwegian by birth, he was stoic, but had a very quiet and funny sense of humor. What he said he meant, and it was usually worth listening to.
I knew I could count on him for anything, and he died when I was only 19. How I wish I had gotten to know him as we both got older. He could build anything with his hands. He took me to school each day, warming up the car first, and yet he expected me to work too and learn how to take care of myself. He, like your dad, was a silent giver, and never got a gift in his life until he married my mom. She taught him all about Christmas, and he became the biggest present buyer of all of us, like a kid again. I loved my dad.
Farmgirl Sister # 31
www.blueskyjeannie.blogspot.com
Psalm 51: 10-13 |
Edited by - jpbluesky on Mar 18 2008 12:28:11 PM |
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miss wilma
True Blue Farmgirl
3410 Posts
Wilma
Knob Lick
Ky
USA
3410 Posts |
Posted - Mar 18 2008 : 12:58:28 PM
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Jeannie that is so sweet,My dad wasnt a big gift buyer when we were young and now I realise he just didnt have the money, now that he is older and and has all he needs he is always doing or giving us something, Last summer he just up and bought all of us a big expensive set of cookware, none of us needed it but he just wanted to do it, I do think a lot about not having him around someday so I am going to treasure every min I can
Farm Girl #96
http://www.picturetrail.com/misswilmasplace
http://misswilma.blogspot.com/ |
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Sage
True Blue Farmgirl
207 Posts
Pam
Worland
Wyoming
USA
207 Posts |
Posted - Mar 18 2008 : 5:00:21 PM
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My dad has always had a great sense of humor, no cruel jokes but fun pranks. When we are together we joke and laugh at each other even when things aren't going very well. I've learned from him that life's not worth living if you can't laugh and have fun with the people you are with.
We switched my dad's wine for cranberry juice one Thanksgiving and we all laughed until we cried when he took a drink. One Chrismas holiday, we woke my bil up and told him it was time to go skiing. It was only 3am but he believed us because we were all dressed to go and we had a big light shining in the window so he'd think the sun was comming up. Those are the greatest memories. Sage
Farmgirl sister #140
www.heritagedesigns.etsy.com |
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Aunt Jenny
True Blue Farmgirl
11381 Posts
Jenny
middle of
Utah
USA
11381 Posts |
Posted - Mar 18 2008 : 6:05:11 PM
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I loved my dad, but honestly he never really grew up much. He tended to be a bit (alot) selfish and did exactly what pleased HIM all the time. I was very very lucky to have my maternal grandparents as the "grownups" in my life. I adored them and counted on them..and miss them every day.
That being said..my dad was very friendly and had a zillion friends. He wasn't afraid to try anything and always had fun every day. He chased his dreams and never gave up.
from him I learned to be friendly, not give up on my dreams and have fun. BUT I also learned to put others before myself, and to be responsible from him....the hard way.
My dad passed away almost 4 years ago..and I miss him alot. He did keep life interesting!
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
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miss wilma
True Blue Farmgirl
3410 Posts
Wilma
Knob Lick
Ky
USA
3410 Posts |
Posted - Mar 18 2008 : 6:11:08 PM
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You know no matter how our dads were or are they are our dads,my dad is very serious but I guess my mom thought he was funny or something because they were married 64 years in March, now talk about failing memories I thought it was to be their 65th
Farm Girl #96
http://www.picturetrail.com/misswilmasplace
http://misswilma.blogspot.com/ |
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jpbluesky
True Blue Farmgirl
6066 Posts
Jeannie
Florida
USA
6066 Posts |
Posted - Mar 18 2008 : 6:53:27 PM
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Thank you, Miss Wilma!
My Mom and Dad had the biggest love affair going and it never ended for over 30 years! Us kids could see it always even though we often said YUCK!! Mom told me things later that I found quite wonderful and a bit weird for a daughter to know, but still, knowing they were always in love made me happy and quite secure. Mom never got over him (she lost him at 50). Never remarried. Always stayed in love with Daddy. As she always told us, "No one can hold a candle to your Dad."
Someday I will tell you the story about the day of Mom's funeral.
Farmgirl Sister # 31
www.blueskyjeannie.blogspot.com
Psalm 51: 10-13 |
Edited by - jpbluesky on Mar 18 2008 7:10:41 PM |
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miss wilma
True Blue Farmgirl
3410 Posts
Wilma
Knob Lick
Ky
USA
3410 Posts |
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jpbluesky
True Blue Farmgirl
6066 Posts
Jeannie
Florida
USA
6066 Posts |
Posted - Mar 18 2008 : 7:25:08 PM
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I am sure they will - and more. I must get their address sometime, so if I live long enough, I can encourage them to write a book about you! If I can, I will try to think of a good title. But right now, nothing comes to me that is good enough.
www.blueskyjeannie.blogspot.com
Psalm 51: 10-13 |
Edited by - jpbluesky on Mar 18 2008 7:29:24 PM |
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