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A Farm of My Own:  Anyone here near Astoria, Oregon??  |
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joyfulmama
True Blue Farmgirl
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Debra
Silver Springs
NV
USA
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 Posted - Apr 16 2008 : 12:36:02 PM
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Out of the blue- I mean really really out of the blue... dh is in negotiations with his biggest client back where we used to live- Astoria, Oregon- well they are in Seaside. Anyway, there is talk of moving package, insurance, good salary (that we could count on), bonuses etc.. My dh said he would never move back ever..
So is there anyone here in this area of Oregon???
Blessings, Debra
Psalms 23:1 "The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want."
"Your life is an occasion, Rise to it." Mr Magorium..
http://myvintagehome.blogspot.com
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one_dog_per_acre
True Blue Farmgirl
1572 Posts
Trish
Sandpoint
ID
USA
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Posted - Apr 16 2008 : 1:10:04 PM
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Goonies! I love astoria and seaside, never really one for Cannon Beach, not rich enough. I wish I could live there. Why doesn't DH like it? It seems like it might be a hard place to earn a living, a place whee you have to be born into a job.
Trish
Farmgirl Sister #91
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joyfulmama
True Blue Farmgirl
1175 Posts
Debra
Silver Springs
NV
USA
1175 Posts |
Posted - Apr 16 2008 : 1:39:09 PM
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He got tired of the rain I suspect. It is a wealthier area- you are either wealthy or not so well off :-)
Jeff has a client who has 3 stores that jeff does the search engine optimization for. The offer is that jeff would work in house fulltime. with that much dedication jeff could help him to triple his sales. So there is a lot of incentive on his part.
It is a beautiful area to live. If you can handle the rain. I loved it personally. House prices are higher but the beauty is amazing.. drive on beaches, state parks, wild blackberries.. and likeminded friends.
Blessings, Debra
Psalms 23:1 "The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want."
"Your life is an occasion, Rise to it." Mr Magorium..
http://myvintagehome.blogspot.com
http://woolieacres.net |
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farmgrlchick
True Blue Farmgirl
439 Posts
Theresa
Columbus
Montana
USA
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Posted - Apr 16 2008 : 8:21:30 PM
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OOhh Yes, it's beautiful that way. Much different the Silver Springs! MY girlfriend just moved to Washington and she said it's all about the "ambiance", I imagine Astoria like that. I pray for direction and wisdom for you and your family.
Farmgirl Blessings,
Theresa
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sissysquilts
True Blue Farmgirl
368 Posts
sissy
wa
USA
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Posted - Apr 16 2008 : 9:51:45 PM
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Hi Debra! We live near Vancouver, WA but go through Astoria a couple of times monthly on our way to beach stays in Ocean Park. I LOVE Astoria! We spend quite a bit of time hanging out etc. there. I can't believe how much it continues to grow. You must miss it terribly even if hubby doesn't :) Would you like some newspapers or real estate packets sent from there? just hollar :)
Sissy
Farmgirl Sister #117
"The good stars met in your horoscope. Made you of spirit,fire and dew"
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joyfulmama
True Blue Farmgirl
1175 Posts
Debra
Silver Springs
NV
USA
1175 Posts |
Posted - Apr 17 2008 : 08:29:48 AM
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Sissy, I would love a local paper.. We are going to be renting so I don't need real estate ad.. but would love keep up with the locals.. Sissy we will have to get together when we move! I love Astoria too!
Blessings, Debra
Psalms 23:1 "The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want."
"Your life is an occasion, Rise to it." Mr Magorium..
http://myvintagehome.blogspot.com
http://woolieacres.net |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
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Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
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Posted - Apr 17 2008 : 10:45:52 AM
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Debra- Is this a done deal now? I know it would be wonderful for your family to have the steadier income.
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
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carycamille
True Blue Farmgirl
163 Posts
Camille
Cathlamet
Washington
USA
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Posted - Apr 17 2008 : 10:56:34 AM
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Hey I live about 45 minutes away from Astoria!! I live on the Washington side in Cathlamet. Would love to meet up with others in my area also. If you do move out this way I would love to meet you!
(But yes it does rain alot in this area!)
Camille |
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Betty J.
True Blue Farmgirl
1403 Posts
Betty
Pasco
WA
USA
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Posted - Apr 17 2008 : 11:04:32 AM
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What a wonderful area to live in. I really don't mind the rain once you adjust your mind to it. We humans don't melt and it is so beautiful there. My kids and I camped at Ft. Stevens and they climbed to the top of the Column. We also saw different areas a bit up the Columbia.
I live way inland in the Columbia Basin area. It has its pluses and minuses also. The sandy soil can grow anything, given enough water.
I so envy you. Good luck in your transition.
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joyfulmama
True Blue Farmgirl
1175 Posts
Debra
Silver Springs
NV
USA
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Posted - Apr 17 2008 : 12:15:22 PM
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Still don't know yet. will let you know.. Camille, would love to get together with you!
Blessings, Debra
Psalms 23:1 "The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want."
"Your life is an occasion, Rise to it." Mr Magorium..
http://myvintagehome.blogspot.com
http://woolieacres.net |
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venuscarroll
Farmgirl in Training
18 Posts
Jessica
Portland
Oregon
USA
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Posted - Apr 22 2008 : 11:59:15 AM
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How exciting! I am in Portland, so not too far away from Astoria.
My boyfriend is originally from Nevada and we have spent a decent amount of time there as well.
One of our favorite places to go is Astoria.
It is quite rainy (I recently saw an article that said this was the rainiest place in the U.S.), but it is a wonderful little town.
I go there at least once every couple of months.
And the long beach peninsula across the bridge in Washington is fantastic!
If you're looking for a rental I would suggest Craigslist.
I always keep an eye out on jobs and property in that area "just in case".
Here is the link to the Craigslist for the North Oregon Coast...
http://portland.craigslist.org/nco/
Under Housing click on "apts/housing"- you can then refine your search to Astoria
All the best in your moving ventures!
Farmgirl Sisterhood #174
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marmieto12
True Blue Farmgirl
213 Posts
laura
utah
USA
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Posted - Apr 22 2008 : 5:30:23 PM
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My sister and brother lived in Astoria. I spent some time in Astoria while awaiting our adoptions. It is very beautiful. Both of my sibs had views of the river from their homes.
The rain does not seem to hinder any activities. The funnest thing to me was someone washing their window exteriors and it was and had been raining for days.
The summers are beautiful, especially at the beach!
Laura;Dreaming of big girl farm...
Farmgirl # 148
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joyfulmama
True Blue Farmgirl
1175 Posts
Debra
Silver Springs
NV
USA
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Posted - Apr 22 2008 : 6:04:05 PM
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I told hubby to negotiate for enough to cover renting a house on the beach.. We have had a very hard year- I could use some serious time at the beach- a vacation!!
Blessings, Debra
Psalms 23:1 "The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want."
"Your life is an occasion, Rise to it." Mr Magorium..
http://myvintagehome.blogspot.com
http://woolieacres.net |
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