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coymichelle
Farmgirl at Heart
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Coy
Fort Worth
TX
USA
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 Posted - Aug 09 2012 : 10:51:31 AM
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Hi ladies,
I am in the very early stages of farm consideration. Somewhere in between daydreaming and research. In doing so, my husband asked that I build him an argument for this departure into uncharted waters.
In my city career life I am a fundraiser for an art museum. I'm going to use those skills to build an official Case for Support and deliver the hubs a full-one presentation of farm ownership merit.
Have any of you met the challenge of convincing someone this is a solid move? (Especially someone who is a cautious personality, not a risk-taker?) Any tips for my argument?
Thanks!
Coy
a little bit country, a little bit rock n' roll |
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FarmDream
True Blue Farmgirl
1085 Posts
Julie
TX
USA
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Posted - Aug 09 2012 : 11:21:25 AM
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Maybe you could use this...My thinking is it's important to know how to grow your own food and actually do some of it. Lots of things work great in theory but not so great when actually tried. It's important to hold on and pass on the old ways. Physical labor is great therapy and exercise. It's been proven to reduce stress. It'll make you healthier. And it'll keep you safe from zombie attacks. :D
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Melina
True Blue Farmgirl
435 Posts
Melina
USA
435 Posts |
Posted - Aug 13 2012 : 07:46:23 AM
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You'll need to know where his heart is. I know you want to go about this in a professional and scientific way, but if his heart is not in the country, you are fighting a losing battle. My DH loved country living, but never did buy into the idea of learning all the skills and actually doing a rural lifestyle. Never could convince him to even try "no electricity" days, let alone contemplating going off grid. Never could bring him over to my way of thinking about pastured chickens. It was a fun exercise to get chickens and goats, but he happily went to the feed store to buy their rations. Anyway, I digress.
There are books, videos, demonstration farms, etc. You can make him flow charts, pie charts, business plans, et al. If his heart isn't in it, you're fighting a losing battle.
From a country girl who's back in the city and happy on 1/4 acre.
The morning breeze has secrets to tell you. Do not go back to sleep.
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queenmushroom
True Blue Farmgirl
985 Posts
Lorena
Centerville
Me
USA
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Posted - Aug 16 2012 : 12:46:09 PM
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It is important to let people know that farm kids are stable kids. They know what work ethics are. They are eager to learn. They can grow up and be children. However, a farm is a life style. If you like to travel, then having a barn full of animals and a huge garden are not for you. You can't just take off for a week and not have someone take care of the place.
Lorie
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kysheeplady
True Blue Farmgirl
1291 Posts
Teri
KY
USA
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Posted - Aug 16 2012 : 1:48:43 PM
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what you have not said is ... are you going to be leaving your jobs? Are you moving to another state where you won't know anyone? Are you selling or renting?
All different, in my case I read hubby and article I had found that said only 2% of the population OWN their own home (this was back in 2003) I told him that I wanted to be part of the 2%! He laughed and said go for it ... within 6 months we sold our home in MA. and bought an Amish farm in KY.(paid cash) and then fixed that up and bought this farm ,cash as well ... Not bragging just saying, if you can better your life then you have to go for it.
So for me it was showing him what we could have. And that their is a better way.
Good luck, sometimes you hit a brick wall ... but if you really want it, just chip away at it.
Teri
"There are black sheep in every flock"
White Sheep Farm
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Edited by - kysheeplady on Aug 16 2012 1:52:17 PM |
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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
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Posted - Aug 16 2012 : 3:23:31 PM
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Wow, Teri, you are one positive farmgirl. I love that. If you can dream it, you can do it. Good luck to you, Coy.
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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AlyssaMarie
True Blue Farmgirl
287 Posts
AlyssaMarie
Palouse
Washington
USA
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Posted - Aug 17 2012 : 11:06:50 AM
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If you are looking to farm full time and want to make a living from it. I highly recommend reading the book You Can Farm by Joel Salatin. It is an awesome how to guide for people looking to consider farming full time.
AlyssaMarie @ Link'd Hearts Ranch
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
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Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
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Posted - Aug 17 2012 : 4:51:25 PM
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Also, land is an investment- there is only so much of it and it usually only goes up in value. So by buying land and improving it- not only are you getting self and life satisfaction, health for your family, and great work experience for kids- you have an excellent investment to leverage at a later date should you need to.
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
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rough start farmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
3331 Posts
marianne
The Beautiful Pacific NW
Washington State
USA
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Posted - Aug 22 2012 : 05:31:25 AM
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I agree with Melina. If you don't want to live on a farm, you aren't going to be happy. It is like being a morning person vs. a night owl. You can't really change. It would be important to know where your husband stands on that subject.
Marianne |
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