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dreaminfarmgirl
Farmgirl in Training
13 Posts
Kim
Mt. Angel
OR
USA
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 Posted - Jan 22 2013 : 7:40:27 PM
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Hello Everyone!
Well it's been 2 years since I discovered MaryJane's farmgirls, and today I officially have joined! I AM SO EXCITED! And if you couldn't tell this is my first post.
I'm a 42 year young, mother of the "wolf pack 3" , and wife to a guardian angel. To top it all off I FINALLY know what I really want to do with my life ,to be a FARM GIRL! Now to figure out how to do it.
So we recently moved out to a little rural town, Mt. Angel, OR. It's a step in the ultimate direction, a small farm in 3-5 years.
Any ideas, suggestions, or advise? I'm having a little problem with organizing my thoughts, so that I can set realistic goals, Mostly because I'm so excited about the future.
Here's to future friendships.
Kim, the "dreamin' farmgirl"
Dream, Believe, Achieve |
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clothedinscarlet
True Blue Farmgirl
1333 Posts
Siobhan
Battle Creek
MI
USA
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Posted - Jan 22 2013 : 7:47:53 PM
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Welcome Kim! So glad you joined us finally :) How exciting about your new dream farm on the horizons! I don't have any advice at all about organizing your thoughts. My brain is super ADD and ever since we finally found our little homestead this past summer I can't organize my thoughts for anything. I want to do it all. We are going to start out with a nice veggie garden, which I already have experience with and this year we are going to start a flock of chickens. My hubby wants a couple goats, but we are going to take things one step at a time.
Good luck to ya in finding your dream farm!
Farmgirl Sister #1110
Siobhan - AKA Liza-Jane (my farmgirl name), wife to my best friend, Trent, and mommy to Camden (11/28/05), Bennett (7/11/07), Truman (7/28/09) and baby Graeme (11/29/12) |
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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
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Posted - Jan 22 2013 : 8:18:12 PM
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Welcome, Kim. Enjoy your time with us.
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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Emily Anna
True Blue Farmgirl
863 Posts
Emily
Fort Atkinson
WI
USA
863 Posts |
Posted - Jan 22 2013 : 9:10:48 PM
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Hi Kim!
Welcome to Mary Janes! Mt. Angel, OR?? The name alone sounds heavenly and Oregon is a beautiful state! I don't have ideas for you either, but I know a lot of farmgirls will! Glad to have you on board!
Emily |
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queenmushroom
True Blue Farmgirl
985 Posts
Lorena
Centerville
Me
USA
985 Posts |
Posted - Jan 23 2013 : 04:04:48 AM
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You need to take things slowly as far as starting.a farm. Remember when it comes to livestock, you just can't take off for an overnight trip. Join your state farm bureau. This organization has representatives federally and locally. They will help you if you run into problems with your municipality regarding zoning and ordinances related to farming. Glad to have you here on the boards. We're all here to help laugh and cry withyou.
Lorie
Patience is worth a bushel of brains...from a chinese fortune cookie |
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jenne.f
True Blue Farmgirl
643 Posts
Jenne
Wagontown
PA
USA
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Posted - Jan 23 2013 : 04:48:37 AM
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Congratulations and Welcome!
I am on the same path as you and looking for land to move to.
I read lots of farm books and magazines. And do what I can now.
Knowledge is power!!! I am a chronic list maker. I also
have problems staying organized. Daily lists, made the evening before.
The lists helps lot.
Farmgirl hugggggs,
~blessings~
Jenne
Farmgirl #4616
Let all that you do, be done in love. I Corinthians 16:14 |
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jan49829
True Blue Farmgirl
2428 Posts
Janet
Gladstone
Mi.
USA
2428 Posts |
Posted - Jan 23 2013 : 06:09:30 AM
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Welcome Kim, I know you will get alot of very good ideas from all these wonderful farmgirls out there. Good luck on finding a farm just right for you. Looking forward to knowing you better.
Janet
Farmgirl Sister #3340
http://hardatworkcrafts.blogspot.com
http://Jan49829.etsy.com
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dreaminfarmgirl
Farmgirl in Training
13 Posts
Kim
Mt. Angel
OR
USA
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Posted - Jan 23 2013 : 07:15:00 AM
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Thank you everyone! Mt. Angel is beautiful, and the Willamete valley is very fertile ground. I'm starting my garden this year. And thank you Lotus for your advice.
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dreaminfarmgirl
Farmgirl in Training
13 Posts
Kim
Mt. Angel
OR
USA
13 Posts |
Posted - Jan 23 2013 : 07:17:50 AM
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Oops silly auto correct. I meant Lori not Lotus:)
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kysheeplady
True Blue Farmgirl
1291 Posts
Teri
KY
USA
1291 Posts |
Posted - Jan 23 2013 : 07:51:43 AM
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Hi Kim,
Welcome ... did you say you have a farm already? or you want to get one in 3- 5 years?
If you already have one and you want livestock, do a LOT of research ... If you don't have a farm yet, start saving and making your credit perfect. Anyway, enjoy your time here.
Teri
"There are black sheep in every flock"
White Sheep Farm
www.whitesheepfarm.com |
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traildancer
True Blue Farmgirl
485 Posts
Loyce
Glide
OR
USA
485 Posts |
Posted - Jan 23 2013 : 09:12:54 AM
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Hi, Kim. Welcome to the forum. I live in Glide, Oregon.
The trail is the thing.... Louis L'Amour |
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Marybeth
True Blue Farmgirl
6418 Posts
Mary Beth
Stanwood
Wa 98292
USA
6418 Posts |
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dreaminfarmgirl
Farmgirl in Training
13 Posts
Kim
Mt. Angel
OR
USA
13 Posts |
Posted - Jan 23 2013 : 12:38:45 PM
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Our goal is to have a farm in 3-5 years. We're really working on the savings and credit part right now. We're almost debt free and chugging along.
Dream, Believe, Achieve |
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kysheeplady
True Blue Farmgirl
1291 Posts
Teri
KY
USA
1291 Posts |
Posted - Jan 23 2013 : 3:08:11 PM
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Sounds like you are on the right track ... now, what you need to do is add to or start a saving account ... Good luck, it is a lot of hard work, but if you really want it, you will get it.
Teri
"There are black sheep in every flock"
White Sheep Farm
www.whitesheepfarm.com |
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marlee
True Blue Farmgirl
1650 Posts
Marlene
DeRidder
Louisiana
1650 Posts |
Posted - Jan 23 2013 : 3:24:33 PM
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Welcome to the farm!
Marlee
God is the painter, he paints the picture. And his son builds it, for he is the Master Carpenter!
Silly Boys Trucks Are For Girls |
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shanda
True Blue Farmgirl
522 Posts
Shanda
Broken Bow
OK
USA
522 Posts |
Posted - Jan 23 2013 : 3:46:47 PM
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Welcome sister dreamer! You'll learn alot here, and make friends with some of the coolest ladies! Let us know how you're doing on your journey!
Shanda
Farmgirl #4233 |
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laurentany
True Blue Farmgirl
3259 Posts
Laurie
Patchogue
NY
USA
3259 Posts |
Posted - Jan 23 2013 : 4:30:29 PM
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Welcome to the farm Kim! You are in the right place to learn LOTS and meet a bunch of wonderful, knowledgable farmgirl sisters!
Hugs,
~Laurie
"Little Hen House on the Island"
Farmgirl Sister#1403
View my New Blog:
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laurzgot
True Blue Farmgirl
1833 Posts
Laurie
Alvin
Texas
USA
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Posted - Jan 23 2013 : 7:02:28 PM
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Welcome Kim. You'll learn alot from everyone of the gals here. Enjoy and always reach for your dreams.
Laurie
"Smile and be yourself everyday"
Country girl at heart
Laurie
Aprons and More by Laurie is on my FB page. www.facebook.com Aprons and More by Laurie/2487022
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HemetGardener
True Blue Farmgirl
573 Posts
Terri
Hemet
CA
USA
573 Posts |
Posted - Jan 30 2013 : 6:11:10 PM
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Welcome Kim,
I agree with Jenne, put it all down on paper and organize it so you can find it again. I believe in "piling systems."
Terri
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