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Beverly Gill
True Blue Farmgirl
1114 Posts
Beverly
Marlborough
USA
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 Posted - Sep 24 2008 : 05:48:34 AM
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Hey, this is Beverly writing----farmgirl at heart getting ready to go back and retire with my honey of 30 years. I sure will miss the states; but the pace of India is to our liking.
We will be living in New Delhi---the capitol
in which we will be exposed to people from all around the world...so it is very very interesting.
We have lived here before, therefore I know what is in store for us.
I love to go see the different free concerts from the different embassies, LOVE to go shopping for material, will love to try to garden.
Its not all rosey though......living in a huge home sharing with brother in law, mother in law can be challenging.
Then there's having servants do everything for you.....no that's not me at all...I prefer to do things myself, really. But I am not one to make waves---when in Rome---
I love to work....its kind of ingrained in me----I won't be working overseas.
But I will be staying busy---volunteering at the American Embassy's women's library, and some other good cause for children. And I am buying a new sewing machine over there; intend to stay busy with crafts...all kinds of crafts.
Just thought I would share my new adventure.....but I really really love being a farm girl at heart.
Beverly Gill
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homemom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Ruth
Warwick
RI
USA
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Beverly Gill
True Blue Farmgirl
1114 Posts
Beverly
Marlborough
USA
1114 Posts |
Posted - Sep 24 2008 : 07:31:38 AM
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Yes, it will be quite an adventure...I look forward to it...but then too I will miss the freedoms that the U.S.A. offers so freely that we all take for granted.
Life is what you make it, though.
Ruth, btw, you should get my package today.
Beverly |
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deeredawn
True Blue Farmgirl
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Dawn
Cordova
TN
USA
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Posted - Sep 24 2008 : 07:40:06 AM
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HOw very cool. One of my greatest friends is from India. I always tease her that she has the BEST clothes. I love the craftsmanship of the fabrics and jewelry. As Ruth said, keep in touch with the farm! Bon Voyage!
Dawn #279
MJ's Heirloom Mavens/Mother Hen
http://heirloommavens.blogspot.com
http://harvestthymefarm.blogspot.com
"I figure if a girl wants to be a legend, she should go ahead and be one!"...Calamity Jane |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
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Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
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ruralfarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
4309 Posts
Rene'
Prosser
WA
USA
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Posted - Sep 24 2008 : 09:26:40 AM
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Beverly,
How awesome, it sounds lovely.
Rene~Prosser Farmgirl #185
http://farmchicksfarm.blogspot.com/
You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.
Mae West
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wild daisy
True Blue Farmgirl
503 Posts
Madelynne
Billings
Montana
USA
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Posted - Sep 24 2008 : 09:42:15 AM
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You will be physically faraway, but remember we all are just a click away on the internet. Keep us informed on what is happening in your corner of the world. It will be fun to read.
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Beverly Gill
True Blue Farmgirl
1114 Posts
Beverly
Marlborough
USA
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Posted - Sep 24 2008 : 10:16:56 AM
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will defintely keep you informed. Alee, if you ever do come...let me know---I'll roll out the red carpet for you.
Life is very different...and I will have time to entertain/\.
I already am planning to have a beautiful Thanksgiving dinner for about 15 people.
Beverly |
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Marybeth
True Blue Farmgirl
6418 Posts
Mary Beth
Stanwood
Wa 98292
USA
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dutchy
True Blue Farmgirl
4427 Posts
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Posted - Sep 24 2008 : 10:55:41 AM
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Yes, keep in touch and tell us about your life in India.
I have never been there, been to Thailand a couple times and that too was very interesting, and OH the material, the silk, wow so pretty!!
Hugs from Marian/Dutchy, a farmgirl from the Netherlands :)
http://princess-of-pink-creations.blogspot.com/
my new BLOG.
I have added "new" creations, take a look :)
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Beverly Gill
True Blue Farmgirl
1114 Posts
Beverly
Marlborough
USA
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Posted - Sep 24 2008 : 11:35:42 AM
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Dutchy,
I just love the materials so much.
Beverly Gill
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jo Thompson
True Blue Farmgirl
603 Posts
Jo
the mountainside of the Chugach
in Alaska
USA
603 Posts |
Posted - Sep 24 2008 : 11:52:28 AM
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Hello Beverly, I'll be in India in January, Delhi for a while and then in the punjab for surgeries on kids again....... You should come along, only an hour out of Delhi! jo
"life is drab without a lab"
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berryhill
True Blue Farmgirl
132 Posts
Linda
Troy
TN
USA
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Posted - Sep 24 2008 : 1:17:21 PM
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What an adventure. How interesting your world must be...at least we can all stay connected through this forum, though miles apart...Best wishes for safe travels.
Linda
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Beverley
True Blue Farmgirl
2707 Posts
Beverley
atlanta
Michigan
USA
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Posted - Sep 24 2008 : 9:01:24 PM
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maybe we could do some swaps with the fabric there? Make sure you still visit here... Beverley Baggett
Folks will know how large your soul is by the way you treat a dog....Charles F. Doran
beverley baggett Beverley with an extra E...
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Tapestry
True Blue Farmgirl
1223 Posts
Cheryl
Wisconsin
USA
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Posted - Sep 24 2008 : 10:59:17 PM
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How exciting for you Beverley! Best wishes on a safe and wonderful move and life in India!
Happy farmgirl sister #353
Look for rainbows instead of mud puddles 
http://tapestrysimaginings.blogspot.com/ |
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Beverly Gill
True Blue Farmgirl
1114 Posts
Beverly
Marlborough
USA
1114 Posts |
Posted - Sep 25 2008 : 04:21:33 AM
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wouldn't that be really neat if Jo and I met and volunteered together over there...Jo please send more info----I am a nurse and hope that I can join you at that time.....if not it still interests me for future plans.
Beverley I would gladly get you any material you would be interested in------would it be silk ????
I also know of a place that sells shabby chic pillow covers. They used to sell shabby chic pillow covers with seed pearl outlines of girls on horses...but they stopped...it doesn't sound nice----but it was.
Have a good day, everyone. 
Beverly Gill |
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deeredawn
True Blue Farmgirl
2306 Posts
Dawn
Cordova
TN
USA
2306 Posts |
Posted - Sep 25 2008 : 04:48:26 AM
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I know you are probably very busy with tall this planning, but I'd be interested in some fabric swapping too!! Girls, think of the glorious market totes we could make!!
Dawn #279
MJ's Heirloom Mavens/Mother Hen
http://heirloommavens.blogspot.com
http://harvestthymefarm.blogspot.com
"I figure if a girl wants to be a legend, she should go ahead and be one!"...Calamity Jane |
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Beverly Gill
True Blue Farmgirl
1114 Posts
Beverly
Marlborough
USA
1114 Posts |
Posted - Sep 25 2008 : 05:26:59 AM
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Sure Deeredawn I love shopping for textiles---in fact I'm meeting a gal from England over in New Delhi and we are shopping together.....should be fun.
I just don't know the costs right now...and how I can show you what I have got....YET.
But I am taking plenty of brown bubbled envelopes to mail back to the states.Or it may be brought back by my daughter.
Just curious, what kind would you be interested in---do you think? And how much??? Let me know....
Beverly |
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Beverly Gill
True Blue Farmgirl
1114 Posts
Beverly
Marlborough
USA
1114 Posts |
Posted - Sep 25 2008 : 05:32:27 AM
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Also, I'm not sure what I need from you for a swap....YET.
Let me think...but do tell me about what you have in mind for material.....I get excited just thinking about all the material I see over there. Weird---but it really is something I thoroughly enjoy.
Stay tuned for a story about the jeweled material I had to choose from.
Beverly Gill
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Beverly Gill
True Blue Farmgirl
1114 Posts
Beverly
Marlborough
USA
1114 Posts |
Posted - Sep 25 2008 : 08:11:57 AM
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Didn't take me long ---we can swap material to whatever specialty food you make and can easily ship to my son in Massachusetts. He will be alone for Thanksgiving and Christmas......and wouldn't it be nice to send him some cookies or fudge, or a can of maple syrup ......or 2 jars of home made bread and butter pickles......anything you make he would love.
I would trust all who swap with me to use their best farmgirl judgment and creativity to send him something similar in value to the material I would send you...similar---not exact. Also, I would not include the postage ----I would just ask for similar cost of material....I would foot the postage myself.
One hint---he loves hot spices....but would love anything received.
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Corinnelouise
True Blue Farmgirl
957 Posts
Corinne
France
957 Posts |
Posted - Sep 25 2008 : 10:01:34 AM
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Hey Beverly, we are currently in Kuwait and moving to India is a possibility for us in the next few months, that would be Mombay. Wouldn't it be fun to meet over there and get to know eachother ?When are you moving by the way ?
Corinne
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Annika
True Blue Farmgirl
5602 Posts
Annika
USA
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deeredawn
True Blue Farmgirl
2306 Posts
Dawn
Cordova
TN
USA
2306 Posts |
Posted - Sep 25 2008 : 11:46:29 AM
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Aww.. Corrine you are a sweetie! So nice of you to find a farmgirl abroad!
Beverly: I'd be more than happy to send your son a care package! I love to cook and I have apple butter, applesauce canned. Beans froze, I can make him some beer bread and cranberry chutney. He'd have to provide his own turkey!! Oh, and I make/sell fudge/muffins here at my farm market. He'd have a full belly alright!
I am looking for 1 yard increments of anything. I am not picky. I want to make pillows and maybe a fancy apron. Depending on cost I'd take 2-4, one yard increments, or scraps...and I love color....
Let me know your thoughts! I'm pretty excited about the care package! I swear, I live to feed people! haha!
Dawn #279
MJ's Heirloom Mavens/Mother Hen
http://heirloommavens.blogspot.com
http://harvestthymefarm.blogspot.com
"I figure if a girl wants to be a legend, she should go ahead and be one!"...Calamity Jane |
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homemom
True Blue Farmgirl
1593 Posts
Ruth
Warwick
RI
USA
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Posted - Sep 25 2008 : 12:07:35 PM
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Beverly,
What an awesome idea for you to send us beautiful packages and we send your son some goodies. I'm sure he will appreciate his momma thinking of him like that. I will have to think of some goodies I can send him.
I sent you an email.
Ruth
Living the farm life in my heart.
http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/Ruth
http://farmgirlinmyheart.blogspot.com/ |
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Beverly Gill
True Blue Farmgirl
1114 Posts
Beverly
Marlborough
USA
1114 Posts |
Posted - Sep 25 2008 : 5:58:05 PM
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Dawn, I am writing your requests.....will be happy to shop for you, but e-mail me what type of materials,,,,silk???? cottons, Are you country?modern..??? You want solids? Paisley? print???? Are the pillow covers for your couch or bed???? Let me know more---this is going to be so much fun from my side too.
Ruth, thanks for your package....have not opened it yet..wanted to see if the gal from Alaska e-mailed me yet.
What kind of material would you like??? And how much? I really want to please....probably before I purchase any I will e-mail and describe.....just to make sure thats what you want.
Now to your package...glad you liked the apron kit.
Beverly Gill |
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Karen@The Boulevard
Farmgirl in Training
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Karen
Hartline
Wahington
USA
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Posted - Sep 25 2008 : 7:55:06 PM
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Beverly,
I visited India when I was 7 years old. I remember it vividly because I was the only blonde in the bunch and everyone wanted to touch me. My parents were franticly trying to protect me before I was mobbed. One gentleman offered my father an amazing sum of money if I would cut my hair and give it to him. Of course my father said no and spared me. I would love to visit there again sometime in my life (I'm not quite so blonde now) and pray that you will be happy, not homesick. I have a few missionary friends that live there and have ministered for about 25 years. Not sure where they are now. The fabrics are amazing and my mother to this day still owns some India silks. Check out my childrens books before you leave. You might like to take them with you since you sound like you love children and women. www.mokitime.com
Karen Cooper ~ Karen@TheBoulevard
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