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nubidane
True Blue Farmgirl
2916 Posts
Lisa
Georgetown
OH
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 Posted - Jul 17 2013 : 4:37:05 PM
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Cute Jonni!!! YOu definitely fit the part!
& kudos on the pie business. Go Go GOOOO!
"We must reject the idea that every time a law’s broken, society is guilty rather than the lawbreaker. It is time to restore the American precept that each individual is accountable for his actions.” – R.R. |
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Jul 17 2013 : 6:45:11 PM
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Oh! CJ! Robin looks so awesome! I love that picture! SEE?! There really IS a little Rosie in all of us!!!
Connie - that is AMAZING! What a wonderful heritage and legacy to pass on! I hope you get that wonderful shadowbox, too! Thanks to and for your Grandma just sent up to Heaven! :)
Patsy - I'm with you: it's great to be the girl! :) My Grandmother always told me that in this world (and in marriage) it takes 60/40 - 60% from the woman, 40% from the man. It used to drive me nuts, but I've found that she was right. That's okay, though... Sometimes I think we're just very industrious. We may have to put forth a lot more effort, but dang, isn't it true that we also have a lot more fun! ;)
Tammy - THANK YOU! I am sooo going to check out that website later tonight - I'm so excited! That docent sounds like such an awesome lady! I wonder if she's still there - wouldn't it be so cool to meet her!?!
Jonni - I'm so happy to hear you found what you needed! Awesome!! 'Sounds like it was meant to be!!! I second your sentiments, Lisa: You GO, Rosie Jonni Girl! Oh! That costume was a stroke of Rosie genius, I must say! ;)
Girls - Jonni's story about the fridge got me thinking, so I want to share with you all, just for future, please never ever ever ever ever walk out of Lowes or Home Depot without asking if that's their best price! I've had success at Lowe's twice now and have saved a surprisingly nifty sum of cash just because I asked. Of course, both times it was at the holidays, and I am sure they were doing whatever they could to meet their quota, but still. Always, always ask! Don't be afraid. What's the worst they're going to say? "No." Big deal. "No" doesn't hurt and then you can always mention you're just going to go check out the competitor - that might be helpful, too! Also, keep in mind, the associates usually have a head's up on upcoming sales, closeouts, etc., so the person you speak with might cut you a deal based on "inside knowledge." Salespeople need to meet quotas, too, and are on sales challenges all the time. They are also hardworking people trying to keep their head above water, just like the rest of us, so often they're very understanding of our need to save a few coins, and often they're more than willing to help. There is always someone willing to work with the customer and in his or her price range. Just take a deep breath, tell the salesperson what you want, what you can afford (always tell them a bit less than you have so you can "opt up" if you need to) and ask what they can do to help you. :) You can do it! Yes you can!!! ;)
Hugs -
Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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tammyc
True Blue Farmgirl
698 Posts
Tammy
Danville
California
USA
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Posted - Jul 17 2013 : 8:44:35 PM
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Nini....yes the docent is still there. The segment was on our local news just a couple of weeks ago. I'm going to call before I visit and see when she works so I can be on her tour. I just know she has some awesome stories! I will be sure and take lots of photos when I go.
That is really true about the appliances. I was shopping for a new flat screen tv recently and the store (called VideoPro if I remember) only had two in the size I wanted. One was a LOT more expensive than the other. So, I picked the less expensive one but the salesman found only one in stock and it was a return and restock. I said no way, I didn't want a returned tv and that I would check out Costco and some other places. Well, what do you know...he said "I'll give you the other tv for the same price you were going to pay"....of course, I said yes and got the better tv for the cheaper price..woo hoo! Moral of the story....they want to SELL those items, so definitely ask!
By the way, what is your pie business Jonni? It sounds interesting!
Hugs, Tammy
"Be who you are and say what you like because the people who mind don't matter and the people who matter don't mind" - Dr. Seuss |
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Jul 18 2013 : 07:28:40 AM
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Tammy! What an AWESOME website! I love it! WOW what an amazing collection of stories and pictures and artifacts! I could get lost in there for hours! I can't wait to share it with family and friends! Thank you so much for sharing!!! I'm sorry, though - I misunderstood your post. I thought the docent's interview was on the site - duh! Do you happen to know what channel aired the docent interview? Maybe I could catch that on the station's website? I hope you do get to meet her - what a memory that will be to treasure!
I was just looking through my MaryJanesFarm Magazines and found Meg's picture on the April/May 2013 issue -
- isn't she the picture-perfect epitome of a Farmgirl Rosie?! :)
Hugs -
Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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tammyc
True Blue Farmgirl
698 Posts
Tammy
Danville
California
USA
698 Posts |
Posted - Jul 18 2013 : 1:28:46 PM
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Nini, I did some sleuthing and found out the name of the park ranger....it's Betty Reid-Soskin. If you google her name a whole bunch of info comes up...she's on Wikipedia, etc. What a fascinating woman. I'm definitely going to make sure I take her tour. Wikipedia says at 89 years old she is the oldest park ranger...now she's 92 and still going strong! She also has a Facebook page if you're on FB. Her news segment was on our local station KRON 4 News. It was on a Sunday a few weeks ago. Happy reading about Betty/Rosie~
Cheers, Tammy
"Be who you are and say what you like because the people who mind don't matter and the people who matter don't mind" - Dr. Seuss |
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iamacountrygirl
Farmgirl in Training
38 Posts
Kathy
Ohio
USA
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Posted - Jul 19 2013 : 12:26:15 PM
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Great thread! I have always loved Rosie! She showed that women helped win the war just as much as their husbands and sons that put on a uniform. My cousin (my Great Aunt's daughter) was a Rosie at Boeing in Washington state.
I have many times commented to my mom (now 83) about how people came together during the depression and WWII, and the old 'accentuate the positive' as Johnny Mercer used to sing would be very welcome right now. The news media is VERY negative and our leaders seem very ineffective.
Just like someone said above, the true American (not the media's version) is spiritual, dependable, and good. We have a radio station here where I live that is constantly having charity events and they always get a big turnout. I'm amazed at how many people have 'extra' money to give, cause I don't right now. But we as a people - especially small town/rural folks - are very giving and helpful people.
I've been reading about being positive lately, and what I'm reading is - think positive thoughts - concentrate on good things and picture what you want in your head - stop the negativity. It isn't easy, but I'm trying. I'm getting about 2 positive days to 3 negatives. LOL
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forever young
Farmgirl in Training
40 Posts
Peggy
Pineville
Mo
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Posted - Aug 04 2013 : 11:49:52 AM
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My family of six girls are all like Rosie including my Mother and Grandmother being Farmgirls.
Last November, my husband and I took my son and his two boys to the Crystal Bridge Art Museum in Bentonville, Ar. They had a painting of Rosie by Norman Rockwell. While in the gift shop I noticed they had prints for sale of some of the paintings, but they were out of Rosie. For Christmas my son and wife surprised me with an 11x14 color print of Rosie, they had it framed in a beautiful frame, he had gone back to the museum to get a copy.
it is proudly hanging in our family/dining room for all to see and to remind me on a daily basis that I can do.
Thanks for the nice story and history.
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Janice
True Blue Farmgirl
191 Posts
Janice
Vancouver
WA
USA
191 Posts |
Posted - Aug 04 2013 : 8:23:26 PM
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You look show much like her... kindered spirit maybe?
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Carol Jean
Farmgirl in Training
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Carol
Parkersburg
WV
USA
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Posted - Aug 25 2013 : 4:10:26 PM
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Yes thanks for sharing this. My mother was a Rosie too. We're planning a homeschool field trip to the Burg and need to add this in now.
~~~ It's never too late to live happily ever after ~~~ |
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Aug 26 2013 : 3:31:42 PM
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Girls - do you have any pictures or memories of theirs to share with us? I find this so exciting!
Carol - if you need any recommendations for sight-seeing while you're here, let me know!
Thanks so much to all of your Grandmas, Moms, Aunts and other friends and relatives!
Hugs -
Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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Rosemary
True Blue Farmgirl
1825 Posts
Virginia
USA
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Posted - Aug 28 2013 : 1:51:54 PM
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Jonni, what a fabulous photo! You look great! My mom was a Rosie, too. Worked in a defense plant in Edison New Jersey, testing weapons for imperfections before they were sent off for use in the field. Funny, though she used pretty advanced equipment in that job, later in luife she could barely figure out AM/FM radio!
Those women remain an inspiration to us, don't they? How will be inspire the girls of tomorrow, I wonder?
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Sep 01 2013 : 09:12:18 AM
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You know, Mara - that is an excellent question! I am going to have to piece my thoughts together to answer... Why don't you start a new strain posing that question? I think that our farmgirl sisters will have wonderful insights to share!
Hugs -
Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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Rosemary
True Blue Farmgirl
1825 Posts
Virginia
USA
1825 Posts |
Posted - Sep 01 2013 : 09:49:42 AM
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| Might do that, Nini, just as soon as I roll up these 500-pound sleeves! ;) |
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Across the Fence: Rosie the Riveter: A Beloved American Icon |
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Rosie the Riveter: A Beloved American Icon
