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Contrary Wife
True Blue Farmgirl
2164 Posts
Teresa Sue
Tekoa
WA
USA
2164 Posts |
 Posted - Sep 07 2009 : 09:37:38 AM
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ditto here about the green tomytoes.
Teresa Sue
Farmgirl Sister #316
Planting Zone 4
"Learn the rules so you know how to break them properly." The Dalai Lama |
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deeredawn
True Blue Farmgirl
2306 Posts
Dawn
Cordova
TN
USA
2306 Posts |
Posted - Sep 07 2009 : 11:01:29 AM
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Hey Ladies, can you believe that Friday will mark the one year anniversary of the Heirloom Mavens? Any suggestions on what to do to celebrate? I'm just in awe of the time. Look at the bonds that have been created. Look at the knowledge and education that's been shared. Look at the lessons learned and the harvests.....harvested./ lol.... I'm amazed. We are over 40 members strong! So cool!
Dawn #279
MJ's Heirloom Mavens-QMD
http://harvestthyme.blogspot.com
http://maknfaces.blogspot.com
~I'm rough & tough and I don't wear bloomers~ Nellie Braken 1887 |
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gramadinah
True Blue Farmgirl
3557 Posts
Diana
Orofino
ID
USA
3557 Posts |
Posted - Sep 07 2009 : 1:43:30 PM
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We could all stand at noon and sing a song. No really what agreat place to be with some outstanding gals.
Diana
Farmgirl Sister #273 |
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graciegreeneyes
True Blue Farmgirl
3107 Posts
Amy Grace
Rosalia
WA
USA
3107 Posts |
Posted - Sep 08 2009 : 6:43:31 PM
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LOL Diana - that made me laugh hard!! What song do you think??
Yup - the first frost was last night, I had a feeling it was going to and sure enough - it didn't kill everything though, I think I have a couple days to harvest stuff
Makes me kinda sad though, I wasn't ready for summer to end!!
Amy Grace
Farmgirl #224
"use it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without"
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gspringman
True Blue Farmgirl
387 Posts
Gail
Bonanza
Oregon
USA
387 Posts |
Posted - Sep 08 2009 : 6:54:10 PM
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We've had two frosts and I pulled out all the green beans, some squash plants and some of the tomatoes frosted but am hoping we can still salvage some of them. Suppose to warm back up into the high 80's all next week. I have'nt even gotton any pears off my tree so really don't need any more frost. Amy I'm with you, I am not ready for summer to end.
Gail
Farmgirl #486
Planting Zone 5
http://grammasladybug.blogspot.com/
klamathfallscharmingchicks.blogspot.com
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ruralfarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
4309 Posts
Rene'
Prosser
WA
USA
4309 Posts |
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homemom
True Blue Farmgirl
1593 Posts
Ruth
Warwick
RI
USA
1593 Posts |
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ruralfarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
4309 Posts
Rene'
Prosser
WA
USA
4309 Posts |
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gspringman
True Blue Farmgirl
387 Posts
Gail
Bonanza
Oregon
USA
387 Posts |
Posted - Sep 22 2009 : 10:12:33 AM
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Congrats on one year Mavens! Hope I can contribute better next year as I did'nt have much luck with saving many seeds this year. Tomatoes never really ripened, most other veggies bolted early and I just put the co op garden to rest. Spent couple hours pulling out plants and weeding the area so that the garden is back to scratch. Will just be waiting on pumpkins to ripen soon. Hope to have a better one for next year as this one was fun to watch things grow and be able to harvest and share with so many people, but could use more help in the garden if we have one this size again. Maybe Mother Nature will be kind next summer to all of us. Happy Harvesting.
Gail
Farmgirl #486
Planting Zone 5
http://grammasladybug.blogspot.com/
klamathfallscharmingchicks.blogspot.com
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marcy jo
True Blue Farmgirl
453 Posts
Marcy
Wawaka
Indiana
USA
453 Posts |
Posted - Sep 22 2009 : 1:22:20 PM
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Its only been a year but I have learned so much with the rest of you! It is awesome to have this common goal with each of you!
Marcy #257
http://marcysmarket.blogspot.com |
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deeredawn
True Blue Farmgirl
2306 Posts
Dawn
Cordova
TN
USA
2306 Posts |
Posted - Oct 15 2009 : 08:00:04 AM
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Ladies, when you have time, if you could please take a moment to read the Bulletin Board in the henhouse. Thank you!
Dawn #279
MJ's Heirloom Mavens-QMD
~I'd rather be on my farm than Emperor of the World~George Washington |
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gramadinah
True Blue Farmgirl
3557 Posts
Diana
Orofino
ID
USA
3557 Posts |
Posted - Oct 15 2009 : 12:24:06 PM
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Sorry to see you step down Dawn.
Diana
Farmgirl Sister #273 |
Edited by - gramadinah on Oct 15 2009 12:24:41 PM |
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9667 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9667 Posts |
Posted - Oct 15 2009 : 5:56:31 PM
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Glad you will still be with the mavens Dawn. Sometimes we all can just get to much on our plate and we need to let go of some things. You have done a wonderful job and we love ya for it!
God is good....all the time.
Denise
www.torisgram.etsy.com |
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gspringman
True Blue Farmgirl
387 Posts
Gail
Bonanza
Oregon
USA
387 Posts |
Posted - Oct 17 2009 : 8:22:53 PM
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Sorry to see you stepping down Dawn but am also glad you will still be with the Mavens. You have done great things and I know you will continue to inspire many of us even as a princess. :) hugs
Gail
Farmgirl #486
Planting Zone 5
http://grammasladybug.blogspot.com/
klamathfallscharmingchicks.blogspot.com
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graciegreeneyes
True Blue Farmgirl
3107 Posts
Amy Grace
Rosalia
WA
USA
3107 Posts |
Posted - Oct 18 2009 : 09:56:05 AM
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Likewise here Dawn - sometimes you need to regroup and take care of yourself, or explore other directions. I think that is what we were all looking for here anyway was the spark to change things/ourselves and to learn more about some things that were being lost. It sounds like with the other avenues you are exploring that you are truly embodying the maven spirit. You have lent a lot to this group with your energy and passion. Thank you!!
Amy Grace
Farmgirl #224
"use it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without"
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corabela
True Blue Farmgirl
79 Posts
Laura
Mount Vernon
Ohio
USA
79 Posts |
Posted - Nov 12 2009 : 07:09:44 AM
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When I found out that there are only a tiny percentage of APPLE TREES left...I cried. A century ago there were so many beautiful species. Most of them are gone forever now. Hardly anyone noticed.
I'm so glad this is being brought to our attention now...this subject NEEDS the attention. I can't wait to plant my endangered heirloom seeds come spring! When I finally find my homestead (it's out there waiting for me somewhere), my husband and I plan on keeping a few chickens from that endangered list as well. The Buckeye, The Dominique.
~Laura
Please stop by my blog and my etsy site and say hello : )
www.corabela.blogspot.com
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22944 Posts
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Posted - Nov 12 2009 : 07:25:44 AM
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Laura- I agree- It's so sad that we have lost so many wonderful species of so many different plants and animals. It surprises me every day that people don't realize that our food sources are bottlenecking. Allergies are on the rise- I wonder what will happen when our society as a whole becomes allergic to certain food sources- say Corn for example or wheat!
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
www.awarmheart.com
www.farmgirlalee.blogspot.com
www.allergyjourneys.blogspot.com
Put your pin on the farmgirl map! www.farmgirlmap.blogspot.com |
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ruralfarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
4309 Posts
Rene'
Prosser
WA
USA
4309 Posts |
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marcy jo
True Blue Farmgirl
453 Posts
Marcy
Wawaka
Indiana
USA
453 Posts |
Posted - Nov 28 2009 : 07:42:52 AM
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It is sad but if we all do just a little part to bring back species or maintain what we have then as a whole we are doing A LOT! That's the part that counts in this quest!!!
Marcy #257
http://marcysmarket.blogspot.com |
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farmmommy
True Blue Farmgirl
500 Posts
Kelley
Texas
USA
500 Posts |
Posted - Dec 15 2009 : 2:27:19 PM
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i agree marcy jo...I am on a quest to get some of our endangered heirloom flowers back in our area! can't wait for growing season!
http://cockadoodledewberries.blogspot.com |
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Kayce
True Blue Farmgirl
290 Posts
Kayce
Sebring
FL
USA
290 Posts |
Posted - Dec 15 2009 : 2:31:53 PM
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I am glad to run across this topic. I am gonna research and see what will do well on my little acre. *Rubs hands together* It is sad and I as a mother and God's child have a responsibilty to do what I can.
Learning to appreciate having a glass..not half full or empty..just thankful for a glass :) |
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Kayce
True Blue Farmgirl
290 Posts
Kayce
Sebring
FL
USA
290 Posts |
Posted - Dec 15 2009 : 2:34:39 PM
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Amy Grace, I love your tag line. Wish the world (throw it away and get a new one) would adapt it as their moto. 8)
Learning to appreciate having a glass..not half full or empty..just thankful for a glass :) |
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gramadinah
True Blue Farmgirl
3557 Posts
Diana
Orofino
ID
USA
3557 Posts |
Posted - Dec 17 2009 : 4:15:38 PM
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I was shocked when I bnought carrots and they were at least 18 inches long.I know that I will have 2x the amount in my garden this year. That is not natural.
On a lighter note I got some Morning Glory seeds from someone on here and they were BEAUTIFUL I saved the seeds and have some to share.
Diana
Farmgirl Sister #273 |
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graciegreeneyes
True Blue Farmgirl
3107 Posts
Amy Grace
Rosalia
WA
USA
3107 Posts |
Posted - Dec 17 2009 : 4:32:23 PM
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Thanks Kayce - I like your thought too!! My grandma always said the "use it up...." saying, she lived it too:)
Farmgirl #224
"use it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without"
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textilelover
True Blue Farmgirl
557 Posts
Dianne
Middletown
NY
USA
557 Posts |
Posted - Jan 02 2010 : 07:20:45 AM
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I'm jumping in very late to this forum, but if you haven't read anything by Michael Pollan, please do! He writes passionately and knowledgeably about food and farming and his books are easy to digest (no pun intended). Some suggestions are The Omnivore's Dilemma and In Defense of Food. He has a new book just published, but I'm not sure of the title.
"Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication." --Leondardo da Vinci |
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Keeping in Touch: Danger of Extinction |
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Danger of Extinction
Living the farm life in my heart.