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Across the Fence:  Mama Bragging!  |
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soapmommy60543
True Blue Farmgirl
2197 Posts
Ann
Oswego
IL
USA
2197 Posts |
 Posted - Aug 02 2013 : 09:35:40 AM
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Well, it's not bragging if it's true...
So proud of our daughter, age 16, and artist/craft diva/flower gardener extraordinaire!
County Fair Results (4H Projects)
All 7 won A ratings - which is a blue ribbon!
Passport to the World (she did Belgium for her country):Champion & trophy
Visual Arts - 3D Mixed Media - State Fair Alternate
Visual Arts - Heritage Arts (crochet) - State Fair Alternate
Floriculture B - STATE FAIR DELEGATE (this is the one that's going to the Illinois State Fair in Springfield)
She also won Junior Champion Cut Flower in open show, a couple blue ribbons in photography in open show, and 3 blue ribbons for her crocheting in open show.
Just so proud!
Wife of terrific hubby and mom to 2 teenagers, a bunny, 1 geriatric goldfish, and the best dog in the world!
Check out my blog: http://www.suburbanprairiehomemaker.com
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Aug 02 2013 : 4:22:13 PM
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Ann! That is AWESOME!!! How exciting! If you're able, I'd love to see pictures! Kudos to your girl - God bless her!!! Farmgirl hugs to both of you - Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9324 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
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nndairy
True Blue Farmgirl
3075 Posts
Heather
Wapakoneta
Ohio
USA
3075 Posts |
Posted - Aug 02 2013 : 4:50:32 PM
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Congrats to your daughter. You and she should both be proud! 4-H lessons last a lifetime. I still remember my 4-H days....
Heather
Farmgirl Sister #4701
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Calicogirl
True Blue Farmgirl
5216 Posts
Sharon
Bruce Crossing
Michigan
USA
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Posted - Aug 02 2013 : 4:58:00 PM
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Congratulations to your daughter Ann!!!! What a blessing, I'm sure you are so proud and I bet she feels pretty good too  Keep on braggin' :)
By His Grace, For His Glory
~Sharon
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laurentany
True Blue Farmgirl
3259 Posts
Laurie
Patchogue
NY
USA
3259 Posts |
Posted - Aug 02 2013 : 7:10:23 PM
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How awesome! Congratulations! You should be very proud of her!
Hugs,
~Laurie
"Little Hen House on the Island"
Farmgirl Sister#1403
View my New Blog:
http://simplesuburbanpleasures.blogspot.com
Don't judge each day by the harvest you reap, but by the seeds that you plant.
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hudsonsinaf
True Blue Farmgirl
3162 Posts
Shannon
Rozet
Wyoming
USA
3162 Posts |
Posted - Aug 02 2013 : 9:16:52 PM
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| Incredible! You have every right to brag and be proud! What a testimony to the work she has put forth! |
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ddmashayekhi
True Blue Farmgirl
4737 Posts
Dawn
Naperville
Illinois
USA
4737 Posts |
Posted - Aug 03 2013 : 05:10:43 AM
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Amazing! Your daughter is very talented, hardworking, and dedicated. I hope she considers a career in science!
Dawn in IL |
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soapmommy60543
True Blue Farmgirl
2197 Posts
Ann
Oswego
IL
USA
2197 Posts |
Posted - Aug 03 2013 : 1:52:05 PM
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Thank you all for your kind words! She will also be entering the Sandwich Fair in September, which is the 2nd largest fair in IL (2nd only to the state fair). As soon as I have photos I will post.
Wife of terrific hubby and mom to 2 teenagers, a bunny, 1 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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rough start farmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
3331 Posts
marianne
The Beautiful Pacific NW
Washington State
USA
3331 Posts |
Posted - Aug 03 2013 : 3:55:05 PM
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hearty congratulations! Will you make the trip to the State fair, too? Is it close enough?
marianne |
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soapmommy60543
True Blue Farmgirl
2197 Posts
Ann
Oswego
IL
USA
2197 Posts |
Posted - Aug 04 2013 : 09:20:21 AM
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My husband and I will be going, along with my aunt. Springfield is a 3 hour drive for us, and Princess has early check-in (9 am). We will be on the road that day by 5:30 because we'll also have to park and walk to her exhibit hall. My niece is also going to the State Fair for garment construction, and she will also have early judging. My sister and BIL and Niece's BFF are all going down the night before. We are hoping to see Princess get judged then run like maniacs to the building my niece will be judged in and see her, too. We're praying for 2 Superior ratings, just like the girls got last year.
Princess also entered an afghan she made last year in the State Open Show, so after judging we'll be heading over to that building, hopefully to see a wonderful blue ribbon!
Wife of terrific hubby and mom to 2 teenagers, a bunny, 1 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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soapmommy60543
True Blue Farmgirl
2197 Posts
Ann
Oswego
IL
USA
2197 Posts |
Posted - Aug 06 2013 : 12:30:01 PM
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Here is the final total ribbon/award tally from the County Fair:
Starting with 4H:
Passport- Indv.: Blue, Division Champion, and a trophy
Passport- club: Blue
Visual Arts- 3D Mixed Media: blue, class champion, and state alternate.
VA- Heritage Arts: blue and state alternate
VA- Fiber Orig.: blue
VA- Paper Orig.: blue
Floriculture B: blue, class champion, and state delegate
Open Show:
Crocheting-
Small Wearable Article- a Blue and a Red
Small non-Wearable Article- a Blue and a Red
(you are allowed to enter these categories twice, so I lost to myself)
Floriculture-
Geranium- blue
Potted Herb (Boxwood Basil)-blue
Silk Flower Arrangement- blue
Snapdragon (2 stems)- blue
Celosia- blue and Champion Jr. Cut Flower
Photography-
Scenic Fall- blue
Domestic Animal B/W- blue'
B/W w/ water color accent- red
Reflections- red
Patriotic- red
Scenic Weather- red
Color Any Other, not listed- white (3rd)
Scenic Winter- white
Wife of terrific hubby and mom to 2 teenagers, a bunny, 1 geriatric goldfish, and the best dog in the world!
Check out my blog: http://www.suburbanprairiehomemaker.com
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crafter
True Blue Farmgirl
2313 Posts
lori
Fort Atkinson
Wisconsin
USA
2313 Posts |
Posted - Aug 06 2013 : 4:54:09 PM
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How AWESOME is she!! I love the fairs and how hard the kids work!! Please tell her congrats from all the farmgirls!!
Lori
God has promised strength for the day, rest for the labor, light for the way, grace for the trials, help from above, unfailing sympathy and undying love.
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laurzgot
True Blue Farmgirl
1669 Posts
Laurie
Alvin
Texas
USA
1669 Posts |
Posted - Aug 06 2013 : 5:55:45 PM
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That is so AWESOME Ann. County fairs are so awesome and the children and adults who show in the county fairs are some very talented people. I'm happy for you. Be a PROUD MAMA.
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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laurentany
True Blue Farmgirl
3259 Posts
Laurie
Patchogue
NY
USA
3259 Posts |
Posted - Aug 06 2013 : 6:33:48 PM
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Woohoo!!!
Congratulations to your daughter and to you too.
How awesome is that. You should be VERY PROUD INDEED!
Hugs,
~Laurie
"Little Hen House on the Island"
Farmgirl Sister#1403
View my New Blog:
http://simplesuburbanpleasures.blogspot.com
Don't judge each day by the harvest you reap, but by the seeds that you plant.
~Robert Louis Stevenson |
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Aug 08 2013 : 2:24:41 PM
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Awesome! Awesome! Awesome! SO proud of our little farmgirl sister, Ann! Big hugs and high fives! - Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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soapmommy60543
True Blue Farmgirl
2197 Posts
Ann
Oswego
IL
USA
2197 Posts |
Posted - Aug 11 2013 : 4:11:52 PM
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So the big day is tomorrow. We leave for the State Fair around 5:30 in the morning (if anyone needs a wakeup call for your roosters, just let me know). As soon as we get home, I'll post results for everyone. Be praying purple prayers/thinking purple thoughts. We'd love to come home with a Superior ribbon again this year!
Wife of terrific hubby and mom to 2 teenagers, a bunny, 1 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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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4658 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
4658 Posts |
Posted - Aug 12 2013 : 12:02:05 PM
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Oh Ann!
Congratulations! To you and your daughter. How exciting! I know you are proud. Tell your dd great job done from me, too.
Don't you just want to burst with pride? Brag all ya want!!
Keep us posted...
Farmgirl hugs,
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE
Chapter Leader, Connecticut Simpler Life Sisters
Farmgirl of the Month, January 2013
Suburban Farmgirl Blogger
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Tapestry
True Blue Farmgirl
1223 Posts
Cheryl
Wisconsin
USA
1223 Posts |
Posted - Aug 12 2013 : 10:10:28 PM
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Congratulations to all of you as I think a child must have supportive parents to participate and join in 4H and county fairs. How wonderful and you have every right to be proud! Sending prayers, positive thoughts and wishes for you to come home with a purple ribbon!
Happy farmgirl sister #353
Look for rainbows instead of mud puddles
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soapmommy60543
True Blue Farmgirl
2197 Posts
Ann
Oswego
IL
USA
2197 Posts |
Posted - Aug 13 2013 : 05:47:44 AM
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So we're home from the State Fair, and here are the results...
Gumbo Garden (Floriculture B) project:
SUPERIOR RATING!
Judge (a master gardener) says "I learned more in 10 minutes talking with you...)
Also, the beautiful neon afghan that went in the open show:
BLUE RIBBON - 1ST PLACE!
Now here's the really great story - last summer, it went to our county fair as her Heritage Arts Fiber project. It didn't even earn State Fair Alternate because of her judge was pulled over from foods when the original judge cancelled at the last minute. It wasn't even designated to be judged to go on to the State Fair. A different judge who recognized how awesome it was pulled it at the last minute, but still no votes for State.
So this year she entered it in the open show at the State Fair. And, because there is no category for it in the Junior Division, she entered it in the adult division. And she took first place. Success is the best revenge!
Just so amazingly proud of her!
Wife of terrific hubby and mom to 2 teenagers, a bunny, 1 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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Dorinda
True Blue Farmgirl
1023 Posts
Dorinda
St. Cloud
Florida
USA
1023 Posts |
Posted - Aug 13 2013 : 05:54:19 AM
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I would be a proud Mama too. How great is that..
Seize The Day!
Dorinda |
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