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A Farm of My Own:  farm to rent in France : not for us  |
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Corinnelouise
True Blue Farmgirl
957 Posts
Corinne
France
957 Posts |
 Posted - Jun 30 2009 : 09:53:02 AM
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We may have found a house, in a farm, with free water for the garden, a couple of very bid trees and a 2 storey large part of an old house, just renovated. And the funny part is that the landlords are the very same I used to have when I was living there 17 years ago. We will visit it friday morning and if it works out, we might move in the second part of july. The land is open in front of us and they grow wheat and lavender, and it is 5 minutes drive from my parents.
At night we can count the starts since the view is unblocked.
They are fig and quince trees, some rose bushes and I can see myself having some hens.
There is a young couple sharing the building but no one is in the way of the other and they work all week.
I hope this works out, it would be so nice to have a little homestead for the next couple of years.
Corinne
Sister # 101
'Heaven on Earth' is a choice you must make, not a place you must find.
Dr. Wayne Dyer |
Edited by - Corinnelouise on Jul 03 2009 07:48:44 AM |
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Annika
True Blue Farmgirl
5602 Posts
Annika
USA
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Posted - Jun 30 2009 : 09:56:54 AM
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Corinne, I will say a prayer and keep my fingers crossed for you! This would be so perfect for you!
Annika
Farmgirl & sister #13
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Miss Bee Haven
True Blue Farmgirl
4331 Posts
Janice
Louisville/Irvington
Kentucky
USA
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Posted - Jun 30 2009 : 10:06:20 AM
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It sounds like it was meant for you, Corinne. Got my fingers crossed for you, too.
Farmgirl Sister #50
"If you think you've got it nailed down, then what's all that around it?"
'Br.Dave Gardner' |
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mikesgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
3659 Posts
Sherri
Elma
WA
USA
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lilwing
True Blue Farmgirl
1403 Posts
Brooke
Fulshear
Texas
USA
1403 Posts |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22942 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
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melody
True Blue Farmgirl
3335 Posts
Melody
The Great North Woods in the Land of Hiawatha
USA
3335 Posts |
Posted - Jun 30 2009 : 2:28:26 PM
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WOW a farm in France! Where I live now we line up parallel-wise with Provence...that's why my lavender is doing so well here. I dream of one day going to see the lavender fields...When I was little we lived in Germany and traveled to Paris on vacation. I have a few memories of that, but that was long ago! Best of luck and if you need a gardener CHEAP....give me a hollar!!!!
Melody
Farmgirl #525
http://melodynotes-melodynotes.blogspot.com
www.lemonverbenasoap.etsy.com |
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Merry
True Blue Farmgirl
765 Posts
Merry
Ankeny
Iowa
USA
765 Posts |
Posted - Jun 30 2009 : 4:08:10 PM
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I will be praying!
Merry
Farmgirl #536
http://afarminmyheart.blogspot.com/
"Nobody has ever measured, not even poets how much the heart can hold."
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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
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Posted - Jun 30 2009 : 6:56:41 PM
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Absolutely wonderful news!!!!!!! Keep us posted.
Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
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Corinnelouise
True Blue Farmgirl
957 Posts
Corinne
France
957 Posts |
Posted - Jun 30 2009 : 10:03:02 PM
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Thanks Annika, Janice, Sherri, Brooke, Alee, Melody, Merry and Marly, your prayers and good thoughts mean the world to me. We are going to visit the inside of the place day after tomorrow, I will tell you all after that.
Melody, the lavender is in full bloom and the moment and since the farmers here alternate wheat and lavender fields, the colors are just amazing. I will take pictures for you to see. You can come visit any time, it would be SO MUCH fun to have farmgirls visit in France.
Janice, I've seen lots of bees this year, we have had a wet spring and the flowers are large and abundant this year, so hopefully they will prosper int the hives this year.
Hugs to you all.
Corinne
Sister # 101
'Heaven on Earth' is a choice you must make, not a place you must find.
Dr. Wayne Dyer |
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Calicogirl
True Blue Farmgirl
5216 Posts
Sharon
Bruce Crossing
Michigan
USA
5216 Posts |
Posted - Jul 01 2009 : 06:31:16 AM
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Wow, Corinne, that sounds SO PERFECT!!! I will be praying for you! Please keep us posted and I too would love to see some photos :)
~Sharon
By His Grace, For His Glory
http://merryheartjournal.blogspot.com/ |
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mikesgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
3659 Posts
Sherri
Elma
WA
USA
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Canadian farmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
482 Posts
Lori
Ontario
Canada
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Posted - Jul 03 2009 : 07:05:33 AM
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Corinne,
You won't believe this. I just finished saying prayers this morning, and prayed for you and Raymond, then checked the forum because I have been so busy I haven't been on for a while, and WOW, I saw this posting!
Sounds wonderful, and lots to keep you busy!
Lori
Farmgirl Sister #183 |
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Corinnelouise
True Blue Farmgirl
957 Posts
Corinne
France
957 Posts |
Posted - Jul 03 2009 : 07:53:47 AM
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Thanks to all of you for your good wishes and prayers. We went to visit the place today. Sadly it is not for us. The kitchen is as large as a small closet, only one sink goes in it, the stove and fridge would go in another little room behind. No counters, no shelves.
Then, they are 2 rooms but with a different entry, so that is not convenient at all.
Well, it is a piece of my dream that went away to day, but it makes place for a more convenient place with a better layout and a large kitchen. So I am going to shape my new dream the way I want it.
Thanks again for your support, your are kind and generous ladies who always wish me well.
Corinne
Sister # 101
'Heaven on Earth' is a choice you must make, not a place you must find.
Dr. Wayne Dyer |
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dutchy
True Blue Farmgirl
4427 Posts
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Posted - Jul 03 2009 : 08:28:45 AM
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SOMEDAY you will find your dream farm Corinne. Keep Faith.
Hugs from Marian/Dutchy, a farmgirl from the Netherlands :)
My personal blog:
http://just-me-a-dutch-girl.blogspot.com/
Almost daily updates on me and mine :)
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Calicogirl
True Blue Farmgirl
5216 Posts
Sharon
Bruce Crossing
Michigan
USA
5216 Posts |
Posted - Jul 03 2009 : 08:32:37 AM
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Sorry that didn't work out Corinne. God must have something better for you! I will continue to pray :)
~Sharon
By His Grace, For His Glory
http://merryheartjournal.blogspot.com/ |
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lilwing
True Blue Farmgirl
1403 Posts
Brooke
Fulshear
Texas
USA
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melody
True Blue Farmgirl
3335 Posts
Melody
The Great North Woods in the Land of Hiawatha
USA
3335 Posts |
Posted - Jul 04 2009 : 6:12:30 PM
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I have always felt that "your home" finds you! Chin up, be patient....she's out there waiting to find you!!
Oh....my daughter will be going to Paris during her Senior year two years from now.... I plan on escorting her and the class as a one of the chaperones. I haven't seen Paris since I was 7.....Has it changed??? Although, I would much rather spend my time roaming the countryside!! Your description of the lavender and wheat fields gave me a beautiful mental picture...OH to see that!
Take care Corinne.
Love
Melody
Farmgirl #525
http://melodynotes-melodynotes.blogspot.com
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country lawyer
True Blue Farmgirl
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Posted - Jul 05 2009 : 04:40:54 AM
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Brooke is right. Seeing what you don't want helps to define what you really do. You're getting there.
One day you'll find it. And yes, we'll be here to cheer you on every step of the way! |
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Corinnelouise
True Blue Farmgirl
957 Posts
Corinne
France
957 Posts |
Posted - Jul 05 2009 : 08:14:31 AM
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Thanks for all your kind and uplifting comments. I agree with you Melody, the house finds us. You all who have a farm and talk about it make me dream my share of chickens, large vegetable garden, country fair and farmer markets...
I am in no hurry, God will provide the place when He thinks we are ready.
Have a great and sunny sunday, cannot wait to read about BBB and see pictures.
Corinne
Sister # 101
'Heaven on Earth' is a choice you must make, not a place you must find.
Dr. Wayne Dyer |
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mikesgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
3659 Posts
Sherri
Elma
WA
USA
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grace gerber
True Blue Farmgirl
2804 Posts
grace
larkspur
colorado
USA
2804 Posts |
Posted - Jul 07 2009 : 3:25:06 PM
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I am so sorry your dream did not come true this time but now that you are reshaping the dream it will be even better. I also wanted to say I love your Dr Wayne Dwyer quote - I am presently listening to his new series "Excuses Begone" and am loving it... Wow, I may have to start considering my dream of land in other countries too. Although I love my farm, my animals and such there is a quite part of my who is whispering in my ear and spirit. I know now that you have a clear picture of that farm it will show itself to you.
Blessings and Choices to you
Grace Gerber
Larkspur Funny Farm and Fiber Art Studio
Where the spirits are high and the fiber is deep
http://www.larkspurfunnyfarm.etsy.com
http://larkspurfunnyfarm.blogspot.com
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Contrary Wife
True Blue Farmgirl
2164 Posts
Teresa Sue
Tekoa
WA
USA
2164 Posts |
Posted - Jul 08 2009 : 06:01:26 AM
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Oh Corinne, dear, you will find that perfect place to spend the next two years. You and I will hang in there together, hugs dear friend.
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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marcy jo
True Blue Farmgirl
453 Posts
Marcy
Wawaka
Indiana
USA
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Posted - Jul 15 2009 : 3:24:01 PM
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Hi Corinne! You and I are on the same lake (maybe not in the same boat) our dream farm is just four miles away and just when I think we can start on it there is another obstacle. Just remember dreams never die and you and I will both have just what we want!!!
Marcy #257
http://marcysmarket.blogspot.com |
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Corinnelouise
True Blue Farmgirl
957 Posts
Corinne
France
957 Posts |
Posted - Jul 16 2009 : 12:32:09 AM
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We are so many on the same lake as Marcy put it. that only means we are redefining our dreams and getting in good gear to go get it.
Thanks to your kind words of encouragement, have a dream day what ever you are doing.
Corinne
Sister # 101
'Heaven on Earth' is a choice you must make, not a place you must find.
Dr. Wayne Dyer |
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farm to rent in France : not for us
