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A Farm of My Own:  Perhaps a farm for good?  |
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MEWolf
True Blue Farmgirl
358 Posts
Margaret
Byers
Colorado
USA
358 Posts |
 Posted - Feb 22 2012 : 07:31:15 AM
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Hello Ladies,
When we moved up here in July we had to lease a place, because our home in NM had not sold (still hasn't sold...gaaah!). We have been paying both lease and mortgage, which is crazy, but had to be done at the time as my Hubby had to relocate for his job.
We thought we might purchase this place but decided to give it six months and see how things go. In that time we have realized some things about the home we live in now, it is hard to heat, the electric is not wired properly, and one of the neighbors abuses their animals :-(
In seven months we have lived here, Hubby has gotten a well deserved promotion and raise. So we contacted a mortgage lender to see how much we qualify for using his VA benefits. We got very good news, so we started looking for properties, and we think we found one! We have an appointment on Saturday to be pre-qualified, and we will be going to look at the property.
Please wish us well, we think we may have found our little dream farm. After moving five times in the last fifteen years, I would be so happy to finally be settled into our forever home!
Margaret
“Kind hearts are the gardens, kind thoughts are the roots, kind words are the flowers, kind deeds are the fruits. Take care of your garden and keep out the weeds, fill it with sunshine, kind words and kind deeds.” ~Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (1808-1882)
Farmgirl #3020
www.grey-wolf-farm.com |
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Sharon Denise
True Blue Farmgirl
211 Posts
Sharon
Temple
TX
USA
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GirlwithHook
True Blue Farmgirl
922 Posts
Alyce
Madison
WI
USA
922 Posts |
Posted - Feb 22 2012 : 10:03:05 AM
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Good luck! Please keep an eye on that monstrous neighbor.
A hook, a book, and a good cup of coffee.... |
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laurentany
True Blue Farmgirl
3259 Posts
Laurie
Patchogue
NY
USA
3259 Posts |
Posted - Feb 22 2012 : 2:17:51 PM
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Sending you all good thoughts and wishes of good luck Margaret! How exciting for you and hubby!
And of course- yes- continue to report that nasty neighbor!!!
~Laurie
"Little Hen House on the Island"
Farmgirl Sister#1403
Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.. |
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jan49829
True Blue Farmgirl
2428 Posts
Janet
Winter Haven
Florida
USA
2428 Posts |
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DvilleMama
True Blue Farmgirl
159 Posts
Lyn
Small Town
MI
USA
159 Posts |
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graciegreeneyes
True Blue Farmgirl
3107 Posts
Amy Grace
Rosalia
WA
USA
3107 Posts |
Posted - Feb 23 2012 : 07:19:10 AM
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Good luck Margaret - I'll be thinking about you!!
Farmgirl #224
"use it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without"
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fabraholic4
True Blue Farmgirl
55 Posts
Jan
BURLINGAME
KS
USA
55 Posts |
Posted - Feb 25 2012 : 5:35:46 PM
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Great news! Good luck in finding your perfect farm. Please continue to report the abusive neighbor.
Oh for the simple life: family, quilts, corgi's, horses, homemade everything. |
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BusyBeeMary
True Blue Farmgirl
178 Posts
Mary
Nampa
Idaho
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Posted - Feb 26 2012 : 5:40:51 PM
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Hoping your dreams come true.
To Live a Full life one must LOVE MANY THINGS- Vincent Van Gogh
Mary Fitzpatrick
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http//www.Thepurplecrazylady.blogspot.com
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FARMALLChick
True Blue Farmgirl
978 Posts
Lora
Alexandria
IN
USA
978 Posts |
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oregonatural
True Blue Farmgirl
152 Posts
Susan
Sprague River
OR
USA
152 Posts |
Posted - Mar 16 2012 : 9:17:07 PM
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It'll feel wonderful to be settled and put down some real roots.
You'll find something perfect. I'll say a little prayer.
When you get your farm, first off go out and buy a new broom and an apple tree.
Then make or buy a new apron. You can't go wrong!
Susan
My off-grid homestead blog: http://oregonnatural.blogspot.com/
ETSY Shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/OregonNatural
Blessings to you from my mountain girl heart! |
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rough start farmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
3331 Posts
marianne
The Beautiful Pacific NW
Washington State
USA
3331 Posts |
Posted - Mar 20 2012 : 8:51:56 PM
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So, Is there an update, Margaret? Did you find the right place or is the search ongoing? WE have moved as often as you and I know the longing to say, "This is it. Last time." I sure hope this is it for you!!
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MEWolf
True Blue Farmgirl
358 Posts
Margaret
Byers
Colorado
USA
358 Posts |
Posted - Mar 23 2012 : 06:26:16 AM
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Oh Marianne, you must be physic!! I was just going to post an update today!
We have found what we think is our "Forever Farm"! DD and I are going to go look at it on Saturday. Unfortunately, there is already and offer on it, but because of extenuating circumstances we are going to be allowed to see it and if we like it, put in a back up offer!
Please keep that Chickie Positude headed our way!
Margaret
“Kind hearts are the gardens, kind thoughts are the roots, kind words are the flowers, kind deeds are the fruits. Take care of your garden and keep out the weeds, fill it with sunshine, kind words and kind deeds.” ~Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (1808-1882)
Farmgirl #3020
www.grey-wolf-farm.com |
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MEWolf
True Blue Farmgirl
358 Posts
Margaret
Byers
Colorado
USA
358 Posts |
Posted - Mar 24 2012 : 5:57:35 PM
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What a day! Went to see the place we thought would be perfect for us, and turns out the "outside" was awesome! The house, not so much. Needed a lot of outside work, painting, new soffets, carpeting in the basement and it was just too small.
Sooo, we went to look at another place a bit further south, and this place has a fabulous house, but no landscaping, garage or barns. So we weighed the options, put and offer in or keep looking...AND...we put an offer in on the second place!
Keep us in your thoughts and prayers and send positude, PLEASE!
Margaret
“Kind hearts are the gardens, kind thoughts are the roots, kind words are the flowers, kind deeds are the fruits. Take care of your garden and keep out the weeds, fill it with sunshine, kind words and kind deeds.” ~Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (1808-1882)
Farmgirl #3020
www.grey-wolf-farm.com |
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sonshine4u
Chapter Guru
1205 Posts
April
New Prague
MN
USA
1205 Posts |
Posted - Mar 24 2012 : 6:20:53 PM
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HOw exciting! Will pray for your adventure!
~April
Playing in the Sonshine
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laurentany
True Blue Farmgirl
3259 Posts
Laurie
Patchogue
NY
USA
3259 Posts |
Posted - Mar 25 2012 : 06:49:59 AM
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OOhhhh,how exciting! Good luck and keep us posted Margaret!
~Laurie
"Little Hen House on the Island"
Farmgirl Sister#1403
Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.. |
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MEWolf
True Blue Farmgirl
358 Posts
Margaret
Byers
Colorado
USA
358 Posts |
Posted - Apr 07 2012 : 12:45:08 PM
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Update: Our offer was accepted! So if all goes well, we will close the third week of May. We are meeting with a an Equestrian Facility Designer and Planner on the 21st to get the layout of all our horse amenities just right for the property. I am hoping she can help with some of the landscaping things too. We want to do this the right way this time, and hopefully never again! We have a painter and contractor waiting in the wings to swoop in as soon as we close. I am starting to get excited, and think about packing...again 
Margaret
“Kind hearts are the gardens, kind thoughts are the roots, kind words are the flowers, kind deeds are the fruits. Take care of your garden and keep out the weeds, fill it with sunshine, kind words and kind deeds.” ~Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (1808-1882)
Farmgirl #3020
www.grey-wolf-farm.com |
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country_lovin
True Blue Farmgirl
50 Posts
Debbie
Oregon
USA
50 Posts |
Posted - Apr 07 2012 : 6:43:55 PM
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marlee
True Blue Farmgirl
1650 Posts
Marlene
DeRidder
Louisiana
1650 Posts |
Posted - Apr 07 2012 : 6:52:04 PM
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Happy for you! marlee
God is the painter, he paints the picture. And his son builds it, for he is the Master Carpenter! |
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sonshine4u
Chapter Guru
1205 Posts
April
New Prague
MN
USA
1205 Posts |
Posted - Apr 08 2012 : 05:38:48 AM
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congratulations!
Playing in the Sonshine
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forgetmenot
True Blue Farmgirl
3602 Posts
Judith
Nora Springs
IA
USA
3602 Posts |
Posted - Apr 08 2012 : 09:20:54 AM
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All kinds of luck and prayers for you, Marlee! and Happry Easter!
Farmgirl sister #3926
"Courage is not the absence of fear, but the belief that something is more important than fear." Ambrose Red Moon |
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soapmommy60543
True Blue Farmgirl
2197 Posts
Ann
Oswego
IL
USA
2197 Posts |
Posted - Apr 08 2012 : 09:59:12 AM
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Margaret - so happy for you! Good luck at your new place, and happy Easter!
Wife of terrific hubby and mom to 2 teenagers, 2 bunnies, 2 geriatric goldfish, and the best dog in the world!
Check out my blog: http://www.suburbanprairiehomemaker.com
and follow me on Facebook (Suburban Prairie Homemaker), Twitter (@sphomemaker), and Pinterest (Suburban Prairie Homemaker)
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Room To Grow
True Blue Farmgirl
974 Posts
Deborah
Kingston
Georgia
USA
974 Posts |
Posted - Apr 08 2012 : 12:51:55 PM
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So happy for you!! I know everything will go as planned and it will be picture perfect when finished..
Deborah
we have moved to our farm...and love it |
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tangledthreads
True Blue Farmgirl
185 Posts
Michelle
Middle Tennessee
USA
185 Posts |
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cj6
True Blue Farmgirl
196 Posts
cj
USA
196 Posts |
Posted - Apr 12 2012 : 11:10:05 PM
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