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debtea2
True Blue Farmgirl
1853 Posts
deborah
nutley
nj
USA
1853 Posts |
 Posted - Mar 06 2013 : 2:31:00 PM
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too cute
Remember the tea kettle - it is always up to its neck in hot water, yet it still sings! ~Author Unknown
jersey farmgirl
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mrschupa
Farmgirl in Training
42 Posts
Tami
Salem
NE
USA
42 Posts |
Posted - Mar 06 2013 : 2:42:46 PM
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My swap box from Bridgette included this amazing x-stitch picture. I am a cross-stitcher from way back and I love this! So precious that she took the time to hand stitch this for me. Thanks, Bridgette!
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lovinRchickens
True Blue Farmgirl
3482 Posts
Kelly
Pipe Creek
Texas
USA
3482 Posts |
Posted - Mar 06 2013 : 2:51:02 PM
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Very special Tami. Looks so pretty.
Blessings
~Kelly~ |
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Fiddlehead Farm
True Blue Farmgirl
4562 Posts
Diane
Waupaca
WI
USA
4562 Posts |
Posted - Mar 06 2013 : 3:10:24 PM
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Erin,
I am so glad you liked it!
http://studiodiphotosite.shutterfly.com/
farmgirl sister #922
I am trying to be the person my dogs think I am.
I get up every morning determined to both change the world and have one hell of a good time. Sometimes this makes planning my day difficult.
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debtea2
True Blue Farmgirl
1853 Posts
deborah
nutley
nj
USA
1853 Posts |
Posted - Mar 07 2013 : 10:00:18 AM
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how pretty diane .
All through the long winter, I dream of my garden. On the first day of spring, I dig my fingers deep into the soft earth. I can feel its energy, and my spirits soar..." - Helen Hayes
Deborah
jersey farmgirl
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Debi Carr
True Blue Farmgirl
754 Posts
Debora
Centreville
Michigan
USA
754 Posts |
Posted - Mar 08 2013 : 4:20:52 PM
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Thank you Andrea for all the great stuff.
I will enjoy it all, as well as my hubby when it comes to making those brownies!
Hugs, Debi #1983 |
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Fiddlehead Farm
True Blue Farmgirl
4562 Posts
Diane
Waupaca
WI
USA
4562 Posts |
Posted - Mar 08 2013 : 4:27:24 PM
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Erin Rock,
I got my little box-o-green today! Thank you so much, you are very thoughtful!
http://studiodiphotosite.shutterfly.com/
farmgirl sister #922
I am trying to be the person my dogs think I am.
I get up every morning determined to both change the world and have one hell of a good time. Sometimes this makes planning my day difficult.
- E. B. White |
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mrschupa
Farmgirl in Training
42 Posts
Tami
Salem
NE
USA
42 Posts |
Posted - Mar 08 2013 : 4:49:34 PM
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| Ladies, please be considerate and polite toward the sister who so generously sent you a gift. We need to take into consideration the varying hobbies, interests, incomes, geographic areas and individual tastes that go into assembling a swap gift. Posting a terse thank you, then emailing your swap partner to criticize the items she sent you is rude, inconsiderate and certainly not within the values set out by the Farmgirl Sisterhood. We now have one sister who will never participate in another swap because her generosity was criticized rather than accepted with grace. Please, lets not do this to another "sister". |
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debtea2
True Blue Farmgirl
1853 Posts
deborah
nutley
nj
USA
1853 Posts |
Posted - Mar 08 2013 : 4:59:10 PM
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thank you tami
it is always the polite thing to do
and always thank your partner.
remember please follow the theme of the swap.
as that is important and has nothing to do with a dollar value.
its the love of the swap
so please thank you partner on the site.
if she has to contact you to see if you ever received your package
thats not right and you would want her to know your received hers package too.
so many put their all(be it a beautiful crossstitch or a handmade item that takes time effort and love) into a swap that they deserve a thank you.
I know its hard to be a Newbie and not sure what is the expectation but read the guidlelines thats the theme of all swaps....
but if you have questions contact the swap hostess. she alway give you
ideas or instruction about something you may not have tried before
or advise. but be considerate and only send something
you would like to get yourself.
Blessings
deborah
All through the long winter, I dream of my garden. On the first day of spring, I dig my fingers deep into the soft earth. I can feel its energy, and my spirits soar..." - Helen Hayes
Deborah
jersey farmgirl
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mrschupa
Farmgirl in Training
42 Posts
Tami
Salem
NE
USA
42 Posts |
Posted - Mar 08 2013 : 5:26:14 PM
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You are correct, Deborah. The key here is to be loving and polite. Everyone who makes the effort to assemble and ship a gift "deserves" a thank you - not just those who sent hand-made items. And please remember that jobs, family concerns, travel and many other factors may keep someone away from the forums for days at a time. That does't mean they are ungrateful, just busy.
As for your "expectations", I believe you did receive a gift that was considerate and that the sender would have been glad to receive. She certainly sent it in love and sisterhood. Your response was demeaning and not sent in love.
You owe this kind, generous woman, and any other sister who tried their best to participate in the spirit of sisterhood, a sincere apology. |
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darlenelovesart
True Blue Farmgirl
7640 Posts
darlene
Loleta
California
USA
7640 Posts |
Posted - Mar 08 2013 : 7:13:12 PM
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Aww I am sorry to hear that. I try to make my swap partners enjoy their gift if I can. I do try my best to send them something I think they would like.
I hope I don't ever make anyone feel bad, I would feel absolutely horrible if I did.
I have learned that to have a good friend is the purest of all God's gifts, for it is a love that has no exchange of payment.
by Frances Farmer
Just follow God unquestioningly.
Because you love Him so, for if you trust His judgment there is nothing you need to know.
I trust in you Jesus... |
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wildflower17
True Blue Farmgirl
3043 Posts
Judy
KY
USA
3043 Posts |
Posted - Mar 08 2013 : 7:55:08 PM
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Connie,
Thank you so much for the St. Patty's goodies. I was so excited when I opened the (boxes) of all things green! I wish I could post a photo of all the goodies you sent me. Unfortunately my camera is on the blink and I can't. I was so happy when I looked into the boxes and saw all the sweet things you sent...there was Doublemint gum, a bag of Ghiradelli mint chocolates, lemon-lime koolaid, a pastel bottle of hand lotion, Shamrock garland, St. Patty's buttons, adhesive gems, lime Jello, green pencils, a box of Irish Breakfast tea, another bag of herbal tea, a beautiful ladies hankie, a dark green paisley bandana, green fabric and cloth squares, a small hat (that I am going to make into a refrigerator magnet):):):),another little hat with a clip, a box full of flower bulbs taken from your yard, and a beautiful St. Patty's card. You went way above and beyond for this swap! I will never forget your kindness and generosity.
Hugs and Blessings,
Judy
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TeriSue
Farmgirl in Training
16 Posts
Teri
Beloit
KS
USA
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Posted - Mar 08 2013 : 8:21:26 PM
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The woman who is hosting this was my swap partner and she did not appreciate that I sent her "green things" in my gift box. But I am noticing that many of you did the same thing and that some even chose to send fun things that weren't green - - - I was told that my green things were not "St. Patrick's" things. I have emailed debtea the host of this swap - - - I'm appalled at her attitude towards my gift to her. I have truly enjoyed being part of MJFarm and to complain or even begin to find fault with a gift given to you is not accepted in any way shape or form to me.
Henningsen Happenings - A Quiet Place to Share My Blessings |
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Breanna
True Blue Farmgirl
208 Posts
Breanna
Parker
Colorado
USA
208 Posts |
Posted - Mar 09 2013 : 05:57:20 AM
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Dear Diana,
I received your box this week! Thank you so very much! I loooove ghiradelli mint and I was hoping for a pair of socks :) the shoelaces are amazing and the potholders so farm girly! I hope you got your box from me. Thanks again for being a great swap partner :) I can't wait until st Patrick's day so I can wear all this fun green stuff :)
Farmgirl hugs,
Breanna
Farmgirl Bre
http://breanna-lifespoem.blogspot.com/
"By day the Lord directs His love, at night His song is with me- a prayer to the God of my life." Ps. 42:8 |
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debtea2
True Blue Farmgirl
1853 Posts
deborah
nutley
nj
USA
1853 Posts |
Posted - Mar 09 2013 : 06:13:49 AM
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All through the long winter, I dream of my garden. On the first day of spring, I dig my fingers deep into the soft earth. I can feel its energy, and my spirits soar..." - Helen Hayes
Deborah
jersey farmgirl
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debtea2
True Blue Farmgirl
1853 Posts
deborah
nutley
nj
USA
1853 Posts |
Posted - Mar 09 2013 : 06:30:24 AM
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just sharing some photos of Ireland
May the lilt of lush laughter lighten ever road,
May the midst of Irish magic shorten every road.
May you taste the sweetest pleasures
that fortune ever bestowed,
And may all your friends remember
all the favors you are owed.
All through the long winter, I dream of my garden. On the first day of spring, I dig my fingers deep into the soft earth. I can feel its energy, and my spirits soar..." - Helen Hayes
Deborah
jersey farmgirl
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Edited by - debtea2 on Mar 09 2013 10:06:52 AM |
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debtea2
True Blue Farmgirl
1853 Posts
deborah
nutley
nj
USA
1853 Posts |
Posted - Mar 09 2013 : 06:31:37 AM
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May your pockets be heavy and your heart be light,
May good luck pursue you each morning and night,
All through the long winter, I dream of my garden. On the first day of spring, I dig my fingers deep into the soft earth. I can feel its energy, and my spirits soar..." - Helen Hayes
Deborah
jersey farmgirl
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debtea2
True Blue Farmgirl
1853 Posts
deborah
nutley
nj
USA
1853 Posts |
Posted - Mar 09 2013 : 06:32:45 AM
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this one is amazing its on the side of the highway
If you're enough lucky to be Irish...
You're lucky enough!My wild Irish rose
The sweetest flower that grows
You may search everywhere
But none can compare to my wild Irish rose
My wild Irish rose
The sweetest flower that grows
Someday for my sake she may let me take
A bloom from my wild Irish rose
All through the long winter, I dream of my garden. On the first day of spring, I dig my fingers deep into the soft earth. I can feel its energy, and my spirits soar..." - Helen Hayes
Deborah
jersey farmgirl
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Killarney
True Blue Farmgirl
5199 Posts
Connie
Arlington
TN
USA
5199 Posts |
Posted - Mar 09 2013 : 07:40:37 AM
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Love the pictures, Deb! I cannot wait for Spring!!
Imagine....#3392 |
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debtea2
True Blue Farmgirl
1853 Posts
deborah
nutley
nj
USA
1853 Posts |
Posted - Mar 09 2013 : 07:44:34 AM
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Connie
thanks
we got a foot of snow ..I am so looking forward to spring..
All through the long winter, I dream of my garden. On the first day of spring, I dig my fingers deep into the soft earth. I can feel its energy, and my spirits soar..." - Helen Hayes
Deborah
jersey farmgirl
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For each petal on the shamrock
This brings a wish your way-
Good health, good luck, and happiness
For today and every day.
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Dianaw1123
True Blue Farmgirl
409 Posts
Diana
Farmington
MN
USA
409 Posts |
Posted - Mar 09 2013 : 09:44:53 AM
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Hi breanna
Glad u enjoyed your package! I am out of town at my parents and keep forgetting to ask if I have mail. I won't be home until Monday.
Diana
"People grow through experience if they meet life honestly and courageously. This is how character is built. "
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debtea2
True Blue Farmgirl
1853 Posts
deborah
nutley
nj
USA
1853 Posts |
Posted - Mar 09 2013 : 09:56:35 AM
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Lassies here are recipes for a great
St.Paddy dinner..if anyone has a good recipe share with us please...
every year my DS makes and amazing dinner for the family and the food is awesome.
hope you all enjoy..if you can copy this email me and I'll email you the recipes...
Traditional Irish Shepherd's Pie
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 lb ground beef or 1 lb lamb
1 large onions, finely diced
3 -4 large carrots, finely diced
1 cup frozen peas
3 -4 sprigs fresh thyme, finely chopped
2 tablespoons flour
1 tablespoon butter
1 glass red wine
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 cup stock
1 large quantity mashed potatoes ( estimating 1L or 6 cups, fresh or leftover)
1 eggs, beaten
grated parmesan cheese (optional)
Directions
Pre-heat oven to 200C/400°F.
Saute carrots in the olive oil until starting to get tender.
Add in the onions and saute for a minute or two then add the meat.
Season with black pepper and thyme.
Cook until browned then drain fat.
Add the butter and peas.
Sprinkle with flour and stir through.
Add tomato paste, wine and Worcestershire sauce.
Let this reduce slightly then add the chicken stock. Allow to reduce down until you have a thick meaty gravy. Season to your taste.
Remove from heat. Grease an oven proof dish** (9x13 works for me, as does an oval baker) with butter and add the sauce.
Spoon or pipe the mashed potatoes over top. Brush with egg and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if using.
Bake for about 20 minutes or until the potato is nice and browned on top.
Serve as is or with some crusty bread to mop up that yummy sauce!
All through the long winter, I dream of my garden. On the first day of spring, I dig my fingers deep into the soft earth. I can feel its energy, and my spirits soar..." - Helen Hayes
Deborah
jersey farmgirl
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debtea2
True Blue Farmgirl
1853 Posts
deborah
nutley
nj
USA
1853 Posts |
Posted - Mar 09 2013 : 09:57:19 AM
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Real Irish Soda Bread
Ingredients
3 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
3 tablespoons sugar
1 pinch cream of tartar
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 eggs
1 cup sour cream or 1 cup plain yogurt
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 tablespoon caraway seeds ( I think they are a must) (optional)
1/2-3/4 cup currants or 1/2-3/4 cup raisins
1 tablespoon uncooked oatmeal
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees farenheit.
Butter and flour a pie plate or round cake pan.
Sprinkle uncooked oats on the bottom of the pan.
Combine dry ingredients and currants.
Mix melted butter, eggs and then buttermilk and sour cream.
Stir in dry ingredients only until incorporated.
Put dough into a prepared pie pan, in a mound with a rounded top.
Cut an X in the top of the loaf.
Bake for 50 minutes.
blessings deborah
All through the long winter, I dream of my garden. On the first day of spring, I dig my fingers deep into the soft earth. I can feel its energy, and my spirits soar..." - Helen Hayes
Deborah
jersey farmgirl
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debtea2
True Blue Farmgirl
1853 Posts
deborah
nutley
nj
USA
1853 Posts |
Posted - Mar 09 2013 : 09:58:50 AM
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Corned Beef and Cabbage in Guinness
Ingredients
4 lbs flat cut corned beef brisket
1 (12 ounce) bottles Guinness draught ( make sure you use Guinness draught, not stout as it will turn it bitter!)
1 medium yellow onions, peeled and cut into wedges
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 bay leaves
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8-1/4 teaspoon ground cloves ( to taste)
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 head cabbage, cut into wedges, rinsed and drained
6 medium white potatoes, peeled and quartered
1 -2 lb carrots, peeled and cut into 3-inch pieces
Directions
Rinse corned beef under cold water, and pat dry.
In a Dutch oven, or other large pot with a cover, brown corned beef well on all sides over high heat.
Pour Guinness over the meat, and add enough water to just cover the brisket.
Add the onion, garlic, bay leaf, cinnamon, cloves, allspice and pepper to the pot.
Bring pot to a boil and skim off any foam.
Reduce heat to a simmer. Cover pot and simmer for 3 hours.
Add carrots, then potatoes and then the cabbage wedges to the pot.
Cover pot, and continue cooking until meat and vegetables are tender (about 20-30 minutes).
Remove meat and vegetables to warm serving platter/dishes, leaving the cooking liquid/sauce in the pot.
( make sure you use Guinness draught, not stout as it will turn it bitter!)
All through the long winter, I dream of my garden. On the first day of spring, I dig my fingers deep into the soft earth. I can feel its energy, and my spirits soar..." - Helen Hayes
Deborah
jersey farmgirl
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debtea2
True Blue Farmgirl
1853 Posts
deborah
nutley
nj
USA
1853 Posts |
Posted - Mar 09 2013 : 10:01:00 AM
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poems saying and blessings are welcome too..
May luck be our companion
May friends stand by our side
May history remind us all
Of Ireland's faith and pride.
May God bless us with happiness
May love and faith abide.
All through the long winter, I dream of my garden. On the first day of spring, I dig my fingers deep into the soft earth. I can feel its energy, and my spirits soar..." - Helen Hayes
Deborah
jersey farmgirl
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Edited by - debtea2 on Mar 09 2013 10:11:13 AM |
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