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ruralfarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
4309 Posts
Rene'
Prosser
WA
USA
4309 Posts |
 Posted - Oct 17 2008 : 10:14:27 AM
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I recently got an email from a friend who shared with me a Quote that Maria Shriver (First Lady of CA) was quoted as saying and if it isn’t a farmgirl saying nothing is! It simply states, "YOU ARE THE LEADER YOU ARE LOOKING FOR". Wow, right! When you just sit with that.... how powerful. Often we look around and ask, "Why doesn't someone do something" when maybe the question is "why don’t I do something".
Ms Shriver is honoring women in CA with what they call a MINERVA award. Minerva is the Roman name for the Greek goddess Athena. Goddess of warriors, poetry, medicine, wisdom, commerce, crafts and music.
Now really, is there a category in there that DOESN'T just say FARMGIRL?
So I thought this would be a great place to post our own Minerva Awards. I know that each of us have a gal that we think oozes these qualities. SO here is mine~
DAWN ~ deeredawn
A few weeks ago, she and I were having a discussion on the forum over one of my posts on endangered food, and like all "girlfriends" have the unspoken authority to do, I volunteered her to head up the Maven Movement. I know this has stretched her, challenged her, and even shown her.... the talents that we all knew she possessed. She has been a warrior, her words of encouragement has been poetry, her wisdom has been like a suave, her bracelets so crafty, and her business woman qualities are commerce, her sense of humor is like music to our ears... SO, she is the perfect candidate for my Minerva award.
Rene~Prosser Farmgirl #185
http://farmchicksfarm.blogspot.com/
Mavens are "information specialists", or "people we rely upon to connect us with new information."[6] They accumulate knowledge, especially about the marketplace, and know how to share it with others
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bohemiangel
True Blue Farmgirl
2087 Posts
Bridget
Ligonier
pa
USA
2087 Posts |
Posted - Nov 21 2008 : 5:55:19 PM
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very cool! Thanks for sharing that it is a good one for sure! I love anything that is inspiring. Lately when I'm stressed, "It is what it is" or "Don't compromise yourself, you're all that you've got, "Damn everything but the circus", yes a lil off topic but words can really have wonderful inspiration and motivation, not to mention calming effects.
**~~Farmgirl Sister #60~~**
"... to thine ownself be true."
http://liggybitsandpieces.blogspot.com/
http://ligonierliving.blogspot.com/
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ruralfarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
4309 Posts
Rene'
Prosser
WA
USA
4309 Posts |
Posted - Nov 21 2008 : 9:38:46 PM
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I am with you Bridget. I think there is power in words, they can be used for good or bad.. to build up or to destroy....
Rene~Prosser Farmgirl #185
http://farmchicksfarm.blogspot.com/
Mavens are "information specialists", or "people we rely upon to connect us with new information."[6] They accumulate knowledge, especially about the marketplace, and know how to share it with others
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bohemiangel
True Blue Farmgirl
2087 Posts
Bridget
Ligonier
pa
USA
2087 Posts |
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K-Falls Farmgirl
Chapter Leader
2096 Posts
Cheryl
Klamath Falls
Oregon
USA
2096 Posts |
Posted - Nov 22 2008 : 06:37:44 AM
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I agree Bridget, I too often forget the power I have. I have one life, one body So I remind myself Use it to make a difference, I have the power to take on any challenge in my life. I try to not feel sorry for myself, there are plenty people in this world suffering more than I.
http://www.k-fallsfarmgirl.blogspot.com/
Cheryl #309
Farm girl sister
Enjoy the little things in life....someday you'll look back and realize they were the big things. |
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ruralfarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
4309 Posts
Rene'
Prosser
WA
USA
4309 Posts |
Posted - Nov 22 2008 : 07:34:06 AM
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I made a conscious choice months ago, to use my words to build up people. I know what it is like to have someone either intentionally or not to just shred you with careless words. I added words Like "brilliant", and "awesome", and "amazing"... and you know what I have found? That because I have expanded my world to include those words I "see" those attributes more. I see them in others and in myself and in the world around me..............I decided that I never wanted anyone's dreams to "suffer" at the carelessness of my words or lack of vision..........and have committed to handeling others' dreams as the masterpieces they are.. even if I can't yet see it.But it has been interresting to me, that I see them more clearly now that I have added "building words" to my vocabulary!
Rene~Prosser Farmgirl #185
http://farmchicksfarm.blogspot.com/
Mavens are "information specialists", or "people we rely upon to connect us with new information."[6] They accumulate knowledge, especially about the marketplace, and know how to share it with others
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bohemiangel
True Blue Farmgirl
2087 Posts
Bridget
Ligonier
pa
USA
2087 Posts |
Posted - Nov 22 2008 : 09:42:50 AM
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YES Rene I have found myself in the last year use more positive words and FEEL them. It sure touches others too. I have been making others laugh and smile that I come across. My boss is great example of it. It's interesting. He is gay and often STILL judged badly. He is always positive and gracious to people, his partner too. He really sets the positive tone for me. I also realized I am in control ONLY with myself. I can't control others (sounds silly typing it) but I can control how I react and feel. I choose the positive and happiness. I was telling two people that they are in control of only themselves and to make the most of it and they were like you're so right. It's hard to accept and realize. It's WAY easier to blame others or feel down! :-p
**~~Farmgirl Sister #60~~**
"... to thine ownself be true."
http://liggybitsandpieces.blogspot.com/
http://ligonierliving.blogspot.com/
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Contrary Wife
True Blue Farmgirl
2164 Posts
Teresa Sue
Tekoa
WA
USA
2164 Posts |
Posted - Nov 24 2008 : 06:48:54 AM
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I agree Rene'. If we take the idea that words are powerful and expand on that with, thoughts are behind the words, it makes us concious of the fact, that thoughts, are so powerful that they actually are what determines what goes on in every indivdual's world and all our collective thoughts(words & actions) determines what is going on in our collective world. I have found in my own life if I am conciously grateful for what is in my life, good and bad, that I am overall more grateful and content, and happy.
I really like your idea about being careful of other's dreams. That is very insightful and I'm am going to emulate you and try to be more concious of other's dreams.
I submit you, Rene', for the MINERVA AWARD.
Teresa Sue
Farmgirl Sister #316
MJ's Heirloom Mavens Badgebadger
MJ's Heirloom Mavens Bookclub Coordinator
"Learn the rules so you know how to break them properly." The Dalai Lama |
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graciegreeneyes
True Blue Farmgirl
3107 Posts
Amy Grace
Rosalia
WA
USA
3107 Posts |
Posted - Nov 24 2008 : 8:31:44 PM
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I second!! And thank you for the timely words of wisdom Rene - here I was just sort of griping about how people get so worked up for the holidays. I really try to look for the best in people - thanks for the reminder and the suggestions for positive language.
Amy Grace
Farmgirl #224
"use it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without" |
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Sitnalta
True Blue Farmgirl
4208 Posts
Jessica
NJ
USA
4208 Posts |
Posted - Jan 03 2009 : 4:02:43 PM
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Jessie
Farmgirl Sister #235
Hope begins in the dark, the stubborn  hope that if you just show up and try to do the right thing, the dawn will come. You wait and watch and work You don't give up.
Stop by my blog for a visit www.messiejessie2.blogspot.com |
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ruralfarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
4309 Posts
Rene'
Prosser
WA
USA
4309 Posts |
Posted - Jan 03 2009 : 8:00:51 PM
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Jessie,
Thanks for the bump, I hope we farmgirls look at the strong women around us and are greatful for the examples they all set.....
Rene~Prosser Farmgirl #185
http://farmchicksfarm.blogspot.com/
Circumstances made us FRIENDS; MaryJane's has made us SISTERS :) |
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Sitnalta
True Blue Farmgirl
4208 Posts
Jessica
NJ
USA
4208 Posts |
Posted - Jan 03 2009 : 8:06:47 PM
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One of the greatest things I am learning from the girls here at the farm, is that there is always something new to learn! :) We are all teachers in our own special way. We encourage, cry, share, and have a good ole' time just being the women that we are. What a great way to find the leaders in ourselves by follower the leading of others!
hugs!
Jessie
Farmgirl Sister #235
Hope begins in the dark, the stubborn hope that if you just show up and try to do the right thing, the dawn will come. You wait and watch and work You don't give up.
Stop by my blog for a visit www.messiejessie2.blogspot.com |
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dutchy
True Blue Farmgirl
4427 Posts
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Posted - Jan 03 2009 : 11:51:34 PM
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Jessie I SO agree with you!
I have started to become myself more and more this past year.
STill have the depression etc but working real hard on that.
And I am more myself in a lot of ways: not having to think about what would ... think about this, can I do this because ... won't like me wearing this etc etc .
NO it is ME, Myself and I that comes first, to me. I am growing and getting stronger, with the help of God, real good friends and this BB!!
Thank you ALL FarmGirlfriends for being here when I need a shoulder to cry on, a prayer or someone to share ideas with or just for a talk :) :)
I give you ALL the Minerva Award.
Hugs from Marian/Dutchy, a farmgirl from the Netherlands :)
My personal blog:
http://just-me-a-dutch-girl.blogspot.com/
Again new creations added, too cute lol. Come and check it out!!
http://princess-of-pink-creations.blogspot.com/
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ruralfarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
4309 Posts
Rene'
Prosser
WA
USA
4309 Posts |
Posted - Jan 10 2009 : 09:48:43 AM
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Dutchy,
Thanks, that is so sweet, I know exactly what you mean.
Rene~Prosser Farmgirl #185
http://farmchicksfarm.blogspot.com/
Circumstances made us FRIENDS; MaryJane's has made us SISTERS :) |
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