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A Farm of My Own:  What was..  |
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maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
6784 Posts
Hannah
Washington
USA
6784 Posts |
 Posted - Oct 13 2009 : 4:56:42 PM
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What was or is your dream farm?
Maggie |
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LisaTwo
True Blue Farmgirl
127 Posts
Lisa
Hampden
Maine
USA
127 Posts |
Posted - Oct 13 2009 : 6:42:37 PM
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Twenty or more acres-fields and woods, big New England farm house with gingerbread trim porch on a hill--Red barn, two maple trees in the front yard, on a dirt road.
Sigh....
Someday
Smiles,
Lisa
http://pinkporches.blogspot.com/
*And you know when the truth is told-- you can get what you want--or you can just get old.* (Billy Joel) |
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kristin sherrill
True Blue Farmgirl
11303 Posts
kristin
chickamauga
ga
USA
11303 Posts |
Posted - Oct 13 2009 : 9:29:13 PM
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My dream farm is a place where everything is fixed and works! Good fencing for the right animals. Nice gravel paths, not mud. Nice hen house up on blocks with a nice wood floor that doesn't flood. Enough grass and hay and brush for all the animals. Good garden soil, nice and rich and black. NO WEEDS! Nice shade trees and lots of fruit trees and bushes. Nice controlled flower gardens. NO WEEDS! Nice farmhouse with plenty of room on a little hill with a cellar for cold storage. A BARN with stalls and a hay loft. Nice corrals. A place for a windmill up on the hill out back.
Oh, what a nice dream I'm having here. I better wake up now and get to work!
Kris
Happiness is simple. |
Edited by - kristin sherrill on Oct 13 2009 9:30:51 PM |
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Ga Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
2355 Posts
Karen
Meansville
Ga.
USA
2355 Posts |
Posted - Oct 14 2009 : 05:40:48 AM
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Oh I'd love to have a log cabin in the middle of a bunch of acres at least 50 or more. So I could have as many critters as I wanted and no neighbors for shooting them for getting in their manicured yard! A big nice barn and a tire swing in a big oak tree. Oh the life that would be! Blessings,Karen
Create in me a pure heart,O God and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Psalms 51:10
www.KKJD1.etsy.com
http://farmgirlingastyle.blogspot.com/ |
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Shmemily
Farmgirl in Training
26 Posts
Emily
Hillsboro
Ohio
USA
26 Posts |
Posted - Oct 14 2009 : 05:57:47 AM
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| 5-10 acres with some shady, mature sycamores and maples and oaks dotted around a house with a wraparound porch. An acre or so fenced off for some goats and a couple rescued racehorses. A garden patch, a chicken coop...All framed by a beautiful view of some gently rolling hills in the distance. |
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1badmamawolf
True Blue Farmgirl
2199 Posts
Teresa
"Bent Fence Farms"
Ca
USA
2199 Posts |
Posted - Oct 14 2009 : 09:29:06 AM
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My place, just moved, lock, stock and barrel back home to Missouri
"Treat the earth well, it was not given to you by your parents, it was loaned to you by your children" |
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MommaJ9
True Blue Farmgirl
157 Posts
Kimberly
Longview
Washington
USA
157 Posts |
Posted - Oct 16 2009 : 4:29:27 PM
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Oh wow...50 acres with fencing (standing), large red barn with stalls and big hayloft, trees scattered about, private pond stocked with bass or trout, an off-grid log home with solar and wind power, 4 seasons that only last as long as they're supposed to, an orchard and garden bigger than what we have now, along with a few beehives, a couple of horses to move the cattle (that are of course,raised organically), a chicken coop that matches the house, (full of my "girls"), a smokehouse, greenhouse and root cellar, and a tire swing that hangs from the large oak in the front yard! If it's not too much to ask...
Oh my gosh, I almost forgot about the tractor with all the attachments and that everything was already paid off by a relative I never met, who knew I would love the farm the best...now THAT is too much to ask!
Farmgirl #783
http://jabezfarm.blogspot.com |
Edited by - MommaJ9 on Oct 16 2009 6:07:31 PM |
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1badmamawolf
True Blue Farmgirl
2199 Posts
Teresa
"Bent Fence Farms"
Ca
USA
2199 Posts |
Posted - Oct 16 2009 : 6:37:32 PM
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Kimberly, LMAO
"Treat the earth well, it was not given to you by your parents, it was loaned to you by your children" |
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LisaTwo
True Blue Farmgirl
127 Posts
Lisa
Hampden
Maine
USA
127 Posts |
Posted - Oct 17 2009 : 5:30:24 PM
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Perfect Kimberly!
http://pinkporches.blogspot.com/
*And you know when the truth is told-- you can get what you want--or you can just get old.* (Billy Joel) |
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Bonnie Ellis
True Blue Farmgirl
2474 Posts
Bonnie
Minneapolis
Minnesota
USA
2474 Posts |
Posted - Oct 17 2009 : 6:25:50 PM
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Krisrin and all: your ideal farms are my idea too. But, I want plenty to help to take care of it. I'd like lots of kids to make it lively and fun so I can do my grandma thing. I love kids and I miss having them around. If you live in Minnesota could I borrow some of them once and awhile?
Bonnie
grandmother and orphan farmgirl |
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MommaJ9
True Blue Farmgirl
157 Posts
Kimberly
Longview
Washington
USA
157 Posts |
Posted - Oct 17 2009 : 10:45:09 PM
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Well Bonnie, I don't live in Minnesota, but I do have 9 kids, 3 sons-in-law, 1 granddaughter and a grandson on the way...I'd sure loan a few to you if you lived closer! *wink*wink*
Farmgirl #783
http://jabezfarm.blogspot.com |
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Bonnie Ellis
True Blue Farmgirl
2474 Posts
Bonnie
Minneapolis
Minnesota
USA
2474 Posts |
Posted - Oct 18 2009 : 4:37:34 PM
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Thanks Kimberly. I sure could use them. And we'd have lots of fun too. Thanks
Bonnie
grandmother and orphan farmgirl |
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paradiseplantation
True Blue Farmgirl
1277 Posts
julie
social springs community
Louisiana
USA
1277 Posts |
Posted - Oct 20 2009 : 06:21:14 AM
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Actually, Paradise is my dream farm. 60 acres, with cows, chickens, pigs, dogs and a couple of barn cats. Now, I want to expand my dream and have Paradise pay for itself. That's the hard part. Trying to decide just how to accomplish that! I have great ideas, but I just have to keep on plodding along until they are realized!
from the hearts of paradise... |
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maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
6784 Posts
Hannah
Washington
USA
6784 Posts |
Posted - Mar 06 2010 : 10:53:59 PM
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They all sound wonderful ladies!! Here is my dream..
My dream is to have a beautiful log cabin house out in the country. I would love to have 10 acers or so of land. A big barn to keep my horses, cows, goats, chickens, sheep, dogs, cats, etc. To have a big garden where I grow my own herbs and vegtables. Then to have a big orchard with apple trees, cherry trees, pear trees, you name it. :) I would love to have flowers plainted infront of the house with a white picket fence surounding the house, and to have a bench swing on the porch. It is my dream! We shall see if it will come true! Thank you all again for sharing with me!
Hugs,
Channah
Farmgirl sister #1219
Friendship is not something that can be bought, it is earned. |
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WendyDeLaTorre
Farmgirl in Training
15 Posts
WENDY
Shiocton
WI
USA
15 Posts |
Posted - Mar 07 2010 : 01:04:17 AM
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Ozark Farm Girl
Farmgirl in Training
27 Posts
Maryan
Green Forest
AR
USA
27 Posts |
Posted - Mar 07 2010 : 6:13:56 PM
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| I love reading all of your dream farms. I thank God that I am living on my dream farm, it just needs lots of work to bring it back to life. We have a new log house, an old barn in need of repair. The horses and tractor are covered and dry. The chicken coop is old, we tore the floor out last weekend and need to finish repairing it. The greenhouse has broken windblown fiberglass sheeting needing replacing, but the "bones" are good. Have a wonderful garden spot that is fenced. A 25 year old orchard with apples, pears and peaches that need lots of pruning. A grape vineyard in need of pruning. I have 2 cats, 2 horses, and a wonderful big rott. who thinks he is a human. I am so blessed!! I just need LOTS of energy and about 40 hours in a day. HELP!!! |
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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
13055 Posts |
Posted - Mar 07 2010 : 6:33:54 PM
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Well, Channah: My dream farms would be 100 acres to become a home for cats and dogs that are dumped off! Of course, I'd have a few goats, horses, etc... I don't know about chickens because the cats would probably chase them and catch them. LOL. I'd also want a couple of big red barns to house the cats and dogs.
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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knittinchick
True Blue Farmgirl
1854 Posts
Megan
Wisconsin
1854 Posts |
Posted - Mar 07 2010 : 7:36:30 PM
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My dream is to maybe someday own 10 or 20 acres of land, maybe even more. I would want it to be in a climate where there are four distint seasons, like Wisonsin. I would have a large farm house and a large barn. I would want goats, horses, cows, and maybe some chickens. I would grow all my own veggies and maybe some fruits. I would also have sheep so I could spin my own yarn. All of the vegetables would be grown organically, and I would try to be as self-sufficient as possible. I know this all sounds very far-fetched, but it is my ultimate dream farm.
God's Blessings,
Megan
At heart, I am both a sassy city girl and a down-home country gal. |
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maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
6784 Posts
Hannah
Washington
USA
6784 Posts |
Posted - Mar 08 2010 : 08:12:17 AM
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Oh my goodness, I left out some parts of my dream farm! Oh terrible! I want a big herb garden so I can make ointments and things for myself, family and animals. I'm all for natural and Organic! And I would really like to have animals that were abused, hurt, and mistreated, so that I could help them and get them healthy again. I want them to know that not all humans are bad and for them to know that someone loves them so very much. I don't care what breed they are, they can be horses, cats, dogs, rabbits, sheep, cows, you name it. They will always find a loving and caring place in my home. If non of my other dreams come true I pray with all my heart that this one does.
Hugs,
Channah
Farmgirl sister #1219
Friendship is not something that can be bought, it is earned. |
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Karrieann
True Blue Farmgirl
1900 Posts
Karrieann
Northeast
Georgia
USA
1900 Posts |
Posted - Mar 08 2010 : 08:17:27 AM
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my dream has always been... acres and acres of wild flowers blooming and I'll wander through them taking in the eye candy colors and the heavenly scents with a bright farmhouse and wrap around porch with a bench swing, and inside contains a bright cheery country kitchen.
.....and more than enough room for all the rescued beagles to romp around!
...dreams are goals without a deadline!
Karrieann ~ Farmgirl Sister #766 (29 Sept 2009)
My Blog: ...following my heart, dreams and Jesus ...http://karrieann-followingmyheartandjesus.blogspot.com/
My Etsy: Yesterday's Scraps, Tomorrow's Treasures ...http://www.etsy.com/shop/2TomorrowsTreasures |
Edited by - Karrieann on Mar 08 2010 08:19:41 AM |
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maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
6784 Posts
Hannah
Washington
USA
6784 Posts |
Posted - Mar 08 2010 : 08:21:24 AM
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I love your dream Karrieann! I love wild flowers and would be there right with you walking through them!
Hugs,
Channah
Farmgirl sister #1219
Friendship is not something that can be bought, it is earned. |
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Twinsmom
True Blue Farmgirl
116 Posts
Debbie
Wyoming
USA
116 Posts |
Posted - Mar 09 2010 : 07:37:30 AM
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I wish you were all my neighbors! What fun we could have talking, laughing and most of all sharing in the day to day work.
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Chives
True Blue Farmgirl
232 Posts
Victoria
Shelton
Washington
USA
232 Posts |
Posted - Mar 09 2010 : 07:49:43 AM
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| I would like my place to be totally self sufficient. I would like a medical herb garden, which I am starting. But being so I have everything right here. My own milk, eggs, honey, garden, chickens, grazing area. Iam trying to work on it just like the rest of you. In time we will all have perfect places. Unless the cow gets out, the chickens hide thier eggs. haha Vicki #280 |
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maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
6784 Posts
Hannah
Washington
USA
6784 Posts |
Posted - Mar 09 2010 : 08:25:08 AM
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Denise, I agree 100%! I wish we lived closer. We would all have so much fun!! Victoria, I love your dream farm!
Hugs,
Channah
Farmgirl sister #1219
Friendship is not something that can be bought, it is earned. |
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LBP
True Blue Farmgirl
81 Posts
Linda
Goodview
VA
USA
81 Posts |
Posted - Mar 11 2010 : 10:02:17 AM
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| I wish I had my grandparents farm. 60 acres with a creek, large garden, apple, peach, nectarine, and cherry trees. Plenty of wild blackberries and grapes. A barn with a few head of cattle and a couple of horses. A chicken coop with good layers and a proud rooster. A dirt cellar full of the blessings of summer, freezer overflowing with the bounty of the garden. Shelves full of home canned goodness. A ringer washer on the back porch, and a comfy rocker and swing on the front porch. A good solid clothes line in the yard with the wash flapping in the breeze. A profusion of flowers surrounding the yard.. how I miss that. |
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jelliott
True Blue Farmgirl
70 Posts
Jennifer
Athol
Idaho
USA
70 Posts |
Posted - Mar 11 2010 : 12:08:56 PM
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To dream the possible dream. I live in Idaho and we first had 1 acre that wasn't enough, then moved to 10 acres that wasn't enough, now we are on 20 acres and are dreaming of when we can get more. We moved here with all things new, barn, house, chicken coop, etc. The tractor broke down, we had to buy a new one. IT snowed and we had 6 feet on the ground at one time two years in a row. We had the barn flood both years. We had the coyotes kill the ducks and most of the chickens. Etc. But ya know what, we wouldn't trade this life for anything. We raised two boys and now a grandson lives with us and we are very happy here and we know that when we send the grands out to play that they are safe.
WE love it. Farm life is wonderful.
If music be the food of Love, play on. Wm. Shakespeare |
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