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HollyMaker
True Blue Farmgirl
84 Posts
Holly
CA
USA
84 Posts |
 Posted - Feb 11 2011 : 6:31:08 PM
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Hi ladies!
I'm new here, so I hope I am posting in the right place. Last year I planted ornamental poppy and have tons of seeds (Seeds are mixed. Colors are white, yellow, red, pink and some are multi and some are doubles!) I also have some pretty blue Persian Jewels and red with white centers Columbine. I was hoping that I could swap my seeds for some heirloom tomato seeds (especially brandywine as they do rather well here). I would definately be open to just about anything.
I would like to start a few things indoors pretty soon and would love to swap some seeds.
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Bensgrandma
True Blue Farmgirl
227 Posts
Alexis
White Oak
PA
USA
227 Posts |
Posted - Feb 16 2011 : 09:48:13 AM
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I have some Forget-me-not flower seeds that I would love to swap with someone. These are especially personal to me and it would be nice to share them here.
Here is the story behind it. My father died Jan. 97. It was very sudden and really put me in a major depression. I was responsible for his funeral, cleaning out the house, selling the house and getting the headstone. I was doing this while working 60 hours a week. Finally in June I told my boss I needed some time off. The house sold, the headstone was in and I was really sad. One day I went to the mailbox and found a letter from his insurance company. I thought one more thing! Honestly, as soon as I touched the evnvelope I thought of flowers. My dad loved to garden. I dont know why but I knew even before I picked it up that it had flower seeds in it. It was the Forget-me-nots - no bill just the flower seeds from the insurance company almost 7 months after he died. I took this as a sign (amoung others) that my dad was fine and happyand I should let go of my grief. I have nutured those seeds from one pack in to a couple of grocery bag full which I plant every year.
If anyone would like some drop me an email. It would be nice to have them spread around the country.
Alexis
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HollyMaker
True Blue Farmgirl
84 Posts
Holly
CA
USA
84 Posts |
Posted - Feb 16 2011 : 10:51:47 AM
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Hi Alexis,
I am so sorry for the loss of your father. Your story is so touching and I would love to plant and nurture some Forget-me-nots in my garden. Interesting how we women 'know' some things before they happen, isn't it? And how lovely for an insurance company, of all things, would reach out and show a bit of compassion. Emailing you now.
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lisalisa
True Blue Farmgirl
216 Posts
Lisa
Broomall
PA
USA
216 Posts |
Posted - Feb 17 2011 : 11:47:50 AM
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Alexis,
I'm so sorry that you lost your dad. Mine passed 20 years ago (young and sudden), and y'know, somehow he's with me every day. I keep him alive in small ways, like telling my kids about him and yes, through my garden.
We're actually not that far apart (being in PA), but I would be honored to spread your "little treasures" here in my garden. I've actually always wanted forget-me-nots!
will email---- L
ps - Holly, I'll check my seeds for tomato. I have to get past the snow and melting muck first. Will let you know... L |
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Bensgrandma
True Blue Farmgirl
227 Posts
Alexis
White Oak
PA
USA
227 Posts |
Posted - Feb 17 2011 : 11:55:02 AM
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HI Lisa,
Please send me your address by email and I will drop some in the mail to you too. I would be honored to have them planted in your garden.
Alexis
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BarnChickCecily
True Blue Farmgirl
673 Posts
Cecily
Corydon
IN
USA
673 Posts |
Posted - Feb 17 2011 : 4:53:57 PM
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Holly- I have some sunflower seeds that I harvested from sunflowers I grew from seeds that another farmgirl gave me...if you are interested.
Alexis- Very sorry to hear of your loss. I love your story and I would like to put some forget-me-nots in my garden... I will email you :) I will also send you some sunflower seeds if you are interested.
Farmgirl Sister # 241
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Bensgrandma
True Blue Farmgirl
227 Posts
Alexis
White Oak
PA
USA
227 Posts |
Posted - Feb 17 2011 : 4:58:06 PM
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I would love some sunflower seeds and will send you the forget-me-nots.
Send me an email to quiltingbee2@yahoo.com with your address.
Alexis
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HollyMaker
True Blue Farmgirl
84 Posts
Holly
CA
USA
84 Posts |
Posted - Feb 17 2011 : 6:43:36 PM
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Cecily, I would also love some sunflower seeds. I'll email you with my info. Thank you both, this is just too fun!
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lisalisa
True Blue Farmgirl
216 Posts
Lisa
Broomall
PA
USA
216 Posts |
Posted - Feb 22 2011 : 10:23:45 AM
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| Holly, I checked my seeds this weekend and no heirloom tomato. I have beefsteak, they did well last year. ---L |
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HollyMaker
True Blue Farmgirl
84 Posts
Holly
CA
USA
84 Posts |
Posted - Feb 22 2011 : 10:54:22 AM
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Hi everyone,
I just wanted to let you all know that the only seeds I have to swap now are the poppies. This is so fun, swapping seeds with ladies all over the US.
Farmgirl Sister #2699
http://www.chartreuseproducts.com/hlennon.html Natural and organic cleaning products, bath and body, righteous reusables and more! Be sure to put my name (on homepage of website) in the 'How did you hear about us' section. |
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Bensgrandma
True Blue Farmgirl
227 Posts
Alexis
White Oak
PA
USA
227 Posts |
Posted - Feb 22 2011 : 1:28:05 PM
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Holly,
I just received my package of beautiful seeds. It was like getting a wonderful present. Thank you so much. I am embarrassed that I just popped my seeds in a plastic bag and put them in the mail and then I received these beautiful packages of flowers.
I can't wait to put them in pots in my kitchen and watch them grow.
The packaging is just so special.
Alexis
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Bensgrandma
True Blue Farmgirl
227 Posts
Alexis
White Oak
PA
USA
227 Posts |
Posted - Feb 22 2011 : 1:39:07 PM
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PS -
I will try to get the rest of the seeds in the mail this week. I babysat the grandkids this weekend - they stayed overnight. Then my Uncle went in the hospital, then it snowed (a lot) and...
Will try and get them out by the end of the week.
Alexis
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HollyMaker
True Blue Farmgirl
84 Posts
Holly
CA
USA
84 Posts |
Posted - Feb 22 2011 : 1:51:39 PM
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Hi Alexis,
I'm so glad that you received the seeds. Don't worry about how the seeds are packaged. I was bored and I have a lot of crafting supplies, so I thought, why not make some seed packets. I'm glad that you like them. I hope that you Uncle is ok. Stay WARM.
Farmgirl Sister #2699
http://www.chartreuseproducts.com/hlennon.html Natural and organic cleaning products, bath and body, righteous reusables and more! Be sure to put my name (on homepage of website) in the 'How did you hear about us' section. |
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HollyMaker
True Blue Farmgirl
84 Posts
Holly
CA
USA
84 Posts |
Posted - Feb 23 2011 : 3:17:06 PM
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Thank you so much for the seeds Alexis! I got them in the mail today. I was excited to see the bulging envelope in my mail box. Thank you so much, really! I am so glad that I found this place.
Farmgirl Sister #2699
http://www.chartreuseproducts.com/hlennon.html Natural and organic cleaning products, bath and body, righteous reusables and more! Be sure to put my name (on homepage of website) in the 'How did you hear about us' section. |
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Bensgrandma
True Blue Farmgirl
227 Posts
Alexis
White Oak
PA
USA
227 Posts |
Posted - Feb 23 2011 : 6:35:41 PM
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You're welcome Holly.
I will try and get everyone elses seeds in the mail this week. It has been an unbelieveably busy week for us.
Alexis
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Columbine
Farmgirl in Training
45 Posts
Pat
Plainwell
Michigan
USA
45 Posts |
Posted - Feb 27 2011 : 4:02:57 PM
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What seeds do you have left? I have many to swap. I loved the story you shared about your dad. My dad loved pansies, he always said they looked like they had smiling faces. Can't look at a pansy without thinking of him and he has been gone many years. Let me know if you have anything left to trade and I will let you know what I have (some ex: columbinies- they cross bred and have about 12 colors, lupine, mallow to mention a few).
Blessings, Columbine
Nature thrives on patience; man on impatience.
- Paul Boese
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Bensgrandma
True Blue Farmgirl
227 Posts
Alexis
White Oak
PA
USA
227 Posts |
Posted - Feb 27 2011 : 5:30:31 PM
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HI,
I am still putting envelopes together. Cecily yours is in the mail, so is Star's and Lisa. I am going down the list and will try and get some to everyone who has asked for them.
It has been an unbelievable week - grandkids, sick uncle, sick son! I also got orders for 4 tutus, which is great but time consuming!
Hang in there if you are waiting for seeds from me. I promise to get them to you.
Looking forward to spring and planting too!
Alexis
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Bensgrandma
True Blue Farmgirl
227 Posts
Alexis
White Oak
PA
USA
227 Posts |
Posted - Feb 27 2011 : 6:57:36 PM
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Columbine
Please email me your address and I will send you some seeds to. You will have to be the last one for a while but I will get yours and the others in the mail soon.
Thanks so much for all your nice words - all of you - and for the trades!
Alexis
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vintage saver
True Blue Farmgirl
323 Posts
oleta
wheelersburg
ohio
USA
323 Posts |
Posted - Feb 28 2011 : 6:29:40 PM
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| Do you have any poppy seeds left? I have a few seeds of different kinds of flowers. |
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HollyMaker
True Blue Farmgirl
84 Posts
Holly
CA
USA
84 Posts |
Posted - Feb 28 2011 : 11:37:18 PM
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Hi Oleta,
I do have poppy seeds left and would love to trade. I'll email you:)
Farmgirl Sister #2699
http://www.chartreuseproducts.com/hlennon.html Natural and organic cleaning products, bath and body, righteous reusables and more! Be sure to put my name (on homepage of website) in the 'How did you hear about us' section. |
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HollyMaker
True Blue Farmgirl
84 Posts
Holly
CA
USA
84 Posts |
Posted - Mar 01 2011 : 9:21:37 PM
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I just wanted to thank all of the lovely ladies that have traded seeds with me. I received two more packages of seeds today and it really brightened my day. I just need to start researching how to grow some of them. Thanks again ladies!
Farmgirl Sister #2699
http://www.chartreuseproducts.com/hlennon.html Natural and organic cleaning products, bath and body, righteous reusables and more! Be sure to put my name (on homepage of website) in the 'How did you hear about us' section. |
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Singletons
True Blue Farmgirl
97 Posts
Crystal
flowery Branch
GA
USA
97 Posts |
Posted - Mar 21 2011 : 7:08:49 PM
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| I had a couple of Cucuzzi Italian Climbing Squash that took over my garden last year. I have a ton of seeds from the harvest, and a couple of spiffy birdhouses my daughter made out of the large gourds if anyone is interested. |
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