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Farmgirl Chapter Chatter:  The Mavens' Haven - January 17, 2009  |
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LivingWell4You
True Blue Farmgirl
1411 Posts
Karen
Hillsboro
MO
USA
1411 Posts |
 Posted - Jan 16 2009 : 6:47:40 PM
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THE MAVENS’ HAVEN
January 17, 2009
Save Our Seeds – Feed Our Future
Welcome to MJ’s Heirloom Mavens!
Maybe it’s the weather (freezing here). Maybe it’s the time of year (after the holidays, before gardening season gets in high gear). Maybe it’s my age (50-cough-cough-cough – I’m okay). Usually when I get ready to write a few lines to you there’s something on my heart that I want to share. This week, there isn’t anything special. I’ve just been sitting here thinking about what to write and smiling. No words come to mind. There’s just a wonderful warmth and coziness that envelopes and I find myself just sitting here smiling. Whether I’m chatting away on the DOE or whether I’m offline working on other projects, you are with me. And that puts a smile on my face. Maybe it’s because we’ve been blessed with more sisters in the last few weeks that warms the cockles of my heart. It doesn’t really matter why. It just is what it is. And what it is……….is wonderful.
**** MAVEN TO MAVEN ****
In the Life of a Maven
Corinne (corinnelouise) and hubby are still waiting for an official move date.
Lora (FARMALLchick) had quite a week. On Monday she dislocated her jaw, Tuesday she posted about her new etsy store ( www.CountryFriedAcres.etsy.com ), and thanks to another storm coming through the area, on Wednesday took a tumble on her driveway. “Landed on my elbow hip and somehow my shin. Haven't figured that out yet.”
From Ruth (homemom), recipient of the first MJ’s Heirloom Maven scholarship: “OMG! Mavens~You are the best!!! I just received an email from Brian at MJF. I am just tearing up here at your sweetness!! Thank you so much for the sisterhood membership. You are the best!!! I don't even have words to express how thankful I am. You have all blessed me so much since I have joined this group. I am always learning from you. It has been such a blessing getting to know each and everyone of you!!! Thank you from the bottom of my heart.”
New Mavens
And the mavens just keep on comin’! WOO HOO! We are excited to welcome Diana (gramadinah) and Julie (ClaireSky) as our two newest mavens. We look forward to getting to know you better as we spread the word: “Save our seeds – Feed our future.”
Now is a great time for those of you who have been thinking about checking out the mavens. Lots of gardening talk, good info and good company awaits. If you are not in the sisterhood yet, come anyway. In these economic times we realize that not everyone has the resources to join the sisterhood so we have created a companion thread, the HHM/HM Henhouse Connection http://www.maryjanesfarm.com/snitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=25556&whichpage=1 . This way you can read the posts in the henhouse and post on the connection. For those already in the sisterhood, just send Gabe an e-mail at gabe@maryjanesfarm.com to be added to the henhouse. For those not in the sisterhood and are just waiting for a reason to join, this is it! And remember, if you want more information about MJ’s Heirloom Mavens, check out the Heirloom Mavens Beginners Guide http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/HenHouseSnitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=667 and then go to Magazine: Call for Entries / Keeping in Touch / Danger of Extinction Thread and introduce yourself. We’d love to get to know you!
**** WEEKLY UPDATE ****
Seed-Swapping List
It’s time to firm up those seeds lists and send them to Marcy (Marcy Jo). She’s asked that we send her our lists, even if they aren’t complete (we can finalize them later) so she doesn’t get swamped with them all at once and get behind.
From Amy Grace (graciegreeneyes): “One of my regular customers ordered heirloom seeds this week and was warned - online - to order early, they are expecting record demand due to the economy and resulting surge of DIY-ers. Good news in the long run, but y'all might want to get your orders in.”
If you’re interested in trying a new variety of lettuce, Lillian (Ms. Lilly) recommends the following: Forellenschuss, Yougoslavian Red, Oak Leaf and Mascara.
Some of us have had our mailboxes filled with seed catalogs, others, well, we’re still waiting. Most of us are familiar with Seed Savers, Bakers Creek, Bountiful Gardens and Seeds of Change. Some others mentioned on the DOE this week that you may want to check out are Abundant Life Seeds, John Scheepers Kitchen Garden Seeds, Raintree Nurseries, Fedco Seed catalog. And, of course, heirlooms doesn’t pertain only to seeds. Contact Dawn (deeredawn) at Meyer Hatcheries to request their chicken catalog - 888 568..9755. It will make her day!
Looking for some new gardening ideas? Alee (Alee) came up with a winner: “I am going to start sprouting seeds and I might even grow some tomatoes and potatoes inside in re purposed garbage cans(bought new of course cause using old garbage cans to grow food makes me shudder)! Since I will be Doubling the space that I have to use I think I can get away with more plants!” For details, go to www.weidners.com/spud_Barrel.htm . Thanks for the tip, Alee!
HMBC (Heirloom Maven Book Club)
We’re just past the halfway point in the month. How are you doing with this month’s selection, “Gardening with Heirloom Seeds” by Lynn Coulter? Post your thoughts, comments and questions in the henhouse http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/HenHouseSnitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=710 or, if you are not in the sisterhood yet, use the HM/HHM Discussion Thread http://www.maryjanesfarm.com/snitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=25556&whichpage=1 . Also, be sure to check out the author’s website, www.lynncoulter.com .
Our previous – and first – book club selection was “Animal, Vegetable, Miracle” by Barbara Kingsolver. Many of us have posted about how it has changed our thinking regarding the food we eat. Ruth shared this experience with on Monday: “Thanks to the AVM book and Barbara Kingslover this week our local grocery store had imported cherries on sale. I absolutely love cherries but because they weren't local I didn't buy any. I will wait until they're in season.
I also found a farmer's market that is indoors and open year round on Saturdays. I hope to make it there next Saturday.” Good job, Ruth! Making changes like this aren’t easy but it’s so rewarding to know you’re making a difference, isn’t it?
**** FUTURE ATTRACTIONS ****
Heirloom Maven Badge
It’s here! It’s here! Go to the henhouse http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/HenHouseSnitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=719 , click on the Heirloom Maven blogspot link to see the design, then come back to henhouse, leave a comment (if you haven’t already) for Teresa Sue and tell her what a fabu job she did. Then wait patiently for your badge to arrive in your mailbox.
Guess Who’s Coming to PBS…(Part 2)
Did you see it? The video for Farmer’s Almanac TV on PBS? Read Rene’s blurb at http://www.maryjanesfarm.com/snitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=26916 then click on the video and settle in for a wonderful visit with MaryJane and Meg.
**** REMINDERS ****
Pillow Squares: Time to get working on those pillow squares! If you don’t know what this refers to, click here and look for Dawn’s IDEA: http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/HenHouseSnitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=551&whichpage=1 Due date: Memorial Day weekend. Hmmmmm, isn’t something else happening then too?
Mother Hen’s Nest of News: Remember to check out Our Mother Hen’s nest box in the henhouse where she will be laying her eggs filled with gardening tips, tidbits and treasures. It’s labeled as the bulletin board, but Nest Box is much more mavenly, dontcha think? http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/HenHouseSnitz/forum.asp?FORUM_ID=169
Maven Chat Night: Monday night chatting is has a new hangout. Tina has graciously offered the chatroom on their STL site for our weekly hen sessions. You will need to sign up on the site, www.stliving.net , and then jump in. Hang on because it can be a wild ride but it’s one you definitely don’t want to miss! The gab-fest begins at 9pm EST / 8pm CST / 7pm MST / 6pm PST.
Maven Lingo: If you get lost in the Heirloom Maven lingo, you can find the lingo list in the Beginner’s Guide http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/HenHouseSnitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=582
Badge Info: Here’s where you can find information on badges the mavens are currently working toward:
Beginner Farm Kitchen Badge: http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/HenHouseSnitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=609&whichpage=1
Beginner Farmgirl Gratitude Badge: http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/HenHouseSnitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=637
Beginner Bustin’ Out Badge: http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/HenHouseSnitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=638
Small Town Living: Be sure to check out maven Tina’s online magazine, Small Town Living at www.stliving.net
Heirloom Maven Bumper Stickers : The Heirloom Mavens Save Our Seeds – Feed Our Future bumper stickers are available for purchase. For more information, go to the Heirloom Mavens Beginners Guide http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/HenHouseSnitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=667 You can use PayPal to purchase Heirloom Maven bumperstickers, bracelets and to donate to the Maven Scholarship Fund ( http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/snitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=24908&whichpage=89 )
Heirloom Maven Blog: Check out the Heirloom Maven blog site at www.heirloommavens.blogspot.com
Seed Saving Support: When possible, purchase books through Seed Savers Exchange to support their efforts in saving heirloom seeds for future generations www.seedsavers.org
Heirloom Maven Spring Fling and Farmgirl Round-Up : Mark your calendars for the first annual Heirloom Maven Spring Fling and Farmgirl Round-Up http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/HenHouseSnitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=568
That’s all for this week, mavens. If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please send me an e-mail and I will get back with you a.s.a.m.p. In the meantime, have a great week and see you in the DOE and/or henhouse.
God bless -
Karen ~ Chickherder & Maven's Haven Editor
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9329 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9329 Posts |
Posted - Jan 16 2009 : 9:38:37 PM
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Karen,
Thanks for the super job you did this week. It's nice to get these and be able to go back to them and check out the different reminders. All in one place, it's great!
Denise
www.torisgram.etsy.com |
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Contrary Wife
True Blue Farmgirl
2164 Posts
Teresa Sue
Tekoa
WA
USA
2164 Posts |
Posted - Jan 17 2009 : 06:14:27 AM
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Thank you Karen, aka, KMW(Keeper of Maven Words), hehehe, a new one to the list.
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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gramadinah
True Blue Farmgirl
3557 Posts
Diana
Orofino
ID
USA
3557 Posts |
Posted - Jan 17 2009 : 08:25:27 AM
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I will be all day looking up these links thanks so much for the great information. You have done some great work..
Good Job
Thanks Diana
Farmgirl Sister #273 |
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marcy jo
True Blue Farmgirl
453 Posts
Marcy
Wawaka
Indiana
USA
453 Posts |
Posted - Jan 17 2009 : 10:42:11 AM
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Thanks Karen!!! Another great job!!!
Marcy #257
When I stand before God at the end of my life I hope that I would not have a bit of talent left and could say “I used everything You gave me”.(erma bombeck) |
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ruralfarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
4309 Posts
Rene'
Prosser
WA
USA
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K-Falls Farmgirl
Chapter Leader
2096 Posts
Cheryl
Klamath Falls
Oregon
USA
2096 Posts |
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graciegreeneyes
True Blue Farmgirl
3107 Posts
Amy Grace
Rosalia
WA
USA
3107 Posts |
Posted - Jan 18 2009 : 11:53:40 AM
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Yay Karen!!
Farmgirl #224
"use it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without" |
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Sue Feely
True Blue Farmgirl
1044 Posts
Sue
Buffalo
New York
USA
1044 Posts |
Posted - Jan 18 2009 : 2:53:59 PM
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Karen -
Thanks again for all your reminders and tips!
Sister Sue Feely #349 |
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