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**Welcome Wagon:  Hello from Paris, TX  |
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
6921 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
6921 Posts |
 Posted - Aug 01 2014 : 4:24:57 PM
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Good evening Farmgirls. I'm a 72 year old Farmgirl at heart though I haven't lived on a farm since I was 7 years old. My daddy raised watermelons on a dirt farm in Dallas County. In the late 1940s TP&L hadn't strung their lines that far so we used oil lamps. Also we had a pump at the kitchen door and path to the little house out back.
Now some 60 years later I collect all things farmhouse country. My old things, such as rub board and wringer hang in my laundry room to remind me of how hard women had it in days gone by.
For you that are wondering what I meant by 'dirt farm', well, to me it's a farm that never made money and all you have to show for your troubles is a whole lot of Texas dirt.
I now live in a small house, with a small yard, on a city street. I'm into container gardening; especially herbs which I use in cooking, vinegars, oils, and teas for winter colds.
On a personal note: I'm divorced, mother of one son, no grandbabies, and a great-great aunt to 9 month old triplets.
I have published several personal stories and a gardening article; working on a cozy mystery series and a Bible study 'Women of Proverbs'. From time to time I write poetry.
I am looking forward to reading all your posts and when I can add to the conversation I will join in.
Walk in Peace.
Live with Joy. |
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jan49829
True Blue Farmgirl
2428 Posts
Janet
Winter Haven
Florida
USA
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Posted - Aug 01 2014 : 6:53:10 PM
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Sara, welcome!!! I am 63, a city girl, living in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, but in 12 weeks, my husband and I are on the road in our motorhome to travel down south for the winter, then hopefully to visit each state. We will be living in our RV full time, so it will be close, but looking forward to warmer weather and meeting up with some farmgirls on our travels. Looking forward to getting to know you.
Jan
Farmgirl Sister #3340
http://hardatworkcrafts.blogspot.com
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
6921 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
6921 Posts |
Posted - Aug 02 2014 : 04:20:28 AM
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Jan, thanks for the warm welcome. Enjoy your road trip and make many happy memories.
Walk in Peace.
Live with Joy. |
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Beemoosie
True Blue Farmgirl
2077 Posts
Bonnie
New York
USA
2077 Posts |
Posted - Aug 02 2014 : 05:44:48 AM
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So nice to meet you, Sara!
My soul magnifies the Lord, And my spirit rejoices in God my Savior. Luke 1:46,47 |
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wildflower17
True Blue Farmgirl
3043 Posts
Judy
KY
USA
3043 Posts |
Posted - Aug 02 2014 : 05:58:42 AM
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Sara...welcome!!!loved reading your post:):):)
Hugs!
Judy
PLANT SEEDS OF KINDNESS EVERYWHERE YOU GO!!!
Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened...
"Country Girl at Heart...Blessed Beyond Measure"!!!
Farm Girl #5440
Farm Girl of The Month September 2013 |
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
6921 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
6921 Posts |
Posted - Aug 02 2014 : 11:50:38 AM
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BeeMoosie, thanks for the friendly welcome.
Judy, thanks for the welcome and so glad you enjoyed my post.
To both ladies - love your tag lines. Tells me a little about each of you.
Hugs, Sara
Walk in Peace.
Live with Joy. |
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frannie
True Blue Farmgirl
2246 Posts
fran
bonham
texas
USA
2246 Posts |
Posted - Aug 02 2014 : 3:32:06 PM
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welcome to the site, sara and so glad to meet you....I live in your area and was wondering how long you have been in the paris area...I live just north of Bonham on the way to oklahome..I know you will love it here there are so many wonderful farmgirls here. welcome.
frannie in texas
love
frannie in texas
farmgirl sister#807
home of "green"crafts,
where no scrap is left behind
(http://abunnystale.wordpress.com/)
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
6921 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
6921 Posts |
Posted - Aug 02 2014 : 4:35:46 PM
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Frannie, thanks for the welcome. We're practically neighbors.
I will be in Paris 3 years in Nov. Before that 32 years I lived on 1/2 acre, in a 100 year old farm house, in Howe, Grayson County, 10 miles south of Sherman on Hy 75.
Before I moved here Bonham was where my sisters and I met up for a day of antiquing. Are the antique shops still opened?
Hugs, Sara
Walk in Peace.
Live with Joy. |
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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
13055 Posts |
Posted - Aug 05 2014 : 11:31:28 AM
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Welcome Sara! Last year my husband and I moved to the Texas Hill Country. I look forward to reading more of your posts.
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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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
6921 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
6921 Posts |
Posted - Aug 05 2014 : 11:54:52 AM
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Good to hear from you, Marly, and welcomed back to Texas. My son has lived in the Austin area for years.
I will look for your post; looking forward to reading them.
Hugs, Sara
Walk in Peace.
Live with Joy. |
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auntjenny
True Blue Farmgirl
277 Posts
Jenny
San Luis Obispo
CA
USA
277 Posts |
Posted - Aug 05 2014 : 11:58:17 AM
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| Hi Sara I like you already, it will be fun to get to know you more! |
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
6921 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
6921 Posts |
Posted - Aug 05 2014 : 1:35:19 PM
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Jenny, what a wonderful thing to say to someone - "I like you already". Right back at you.
Jenny, allow me to express what I think about words. Words can bless or hurt us. Jenny's words are a good example of the blessing kind.
Hugs, Sara
Walk in Peace.
Live with Joy. |
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mrssarahhall
True Blue Farmgirl
1272 Posts
Sarah
Longmont
Colorado
USA
1272 Posts |
Posted - Aug 06 2014 : 06:40:21 AM
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Hi Sara,
Welcome to the farm! I so enjoyed reading your post. Your container gardening and farm country collection sound wonderful and I enjoyed hearing about your childhood on the farm.
<3
Sarah
Sarah
Farmgirl # 5223
"For beautiful eyes, look for the good in others; for beautiful lips, speak only words of kindness; and for poise, walk with the knowledge that you are never alone." - Audrey Hepburn
All good things are wild and free- Henry David Thoreau
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Calicogirl
True Blue Farmgirl
5216 Posts
Sharon
Bruce Crossing
Michigan
USA
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Posted - Aug 06 2014 : 07:47:38 AM
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Welcome Sara!!! 
I enjoyed reading your introduction. I was wondering what 'dirt' farming was? :) We have some dry farming in our area. The Bible study sounds very interesting, is it based on Proverbs 31? I wholeheartedly agree that words can build up or tear down. I look forward to getting to know you :)
Farmgirl Sister #5392
By His Grace, For His Glory
~Sharon
http://amerryheartjournal.blogspot.com/
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
6921 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
6921 Posts |
Posted - Aug 06 2014 : 09:24:08 AM
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Sarah, so good to hear from you and that you enjoyed reading what I had to share.
Sharon, I'm glad you enjoyed my introduction. Prov. 31 is wonderful and I do use the traits of a virtuous woman in my bible study.
I have gone through Prov. and written down all the verses that relate to women. Then I match those traits whether good or bad ones up with women in both the Old & New Testaments. Most women have more than one trait.
Hugs, Sara
Walk in Peace.
Live with Joy. |
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cajungal
True Blue Farmgirl
2349 Posts
Catherine Farmgirl Sister #76
Houston Area
Texas
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Posted - Aug 17 2014 : 09:46:52 AM
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Hi, Sara. I saw you were from Paris, TX. I looked at my husband and asked, "Where is Paris, TX?" My daughter chimed in and said, "It's on the way to Beaumont." We laughed and said, "No, that's China,TX"
It's so funny that Texas has so many names of other countries/cities.... Nome, Egypt,Iraan, Atlanta, Moscow, etc....
One of the best compliments from one of my daughters: "Moma, you smell good...like dirt." |
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
6921 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
6921 Posts |
Posted - Aug 17 2014 : 09:57:06 AM
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Catherine, that's funny. Paris is way up north of you in Lamar County along the Red River - 100 miles east of Hwy 75.
We have our own Eiffel Tower with a red cowboy hat on top.
Hugs, Sara
Walk in Peace.
Live with Joy. |
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
6593 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
6593 Posts |
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
6921 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
6921 Posts |
Posted - Aug 17 2014 : 10:14:21 AM
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Hi Debbie, thanks for the welcome. I do like being on the farm and listening to what all the ladies have to say.
Hugs, Sara
Walk in Peace.
Live with Joy. |
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Killarney
True Blue Farmgirl
5091 Posts
Connie
Arlington
TN
USA
5091 Posts |
Posted - Aug 17 2014 : 11:02:28 AM
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A Warm, and I do mean Warm! Welcome ! from Tennessee! Sara!! We have a Paris, In Tennessee too! It has a replica of the Eiffel Tower! Not as tall! LOL!! Welcome to Farm Girl everything!!
Hugs! Connie
Imagine....#3392
Farmgirl of the Month- August, 2014 |
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
6921 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
6921 Posts |
Posted - Aug 17 2014 : 11:59:22 AM
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Connie, thanks for the welcome. I have roots in Tennessee. My mother's daddy came from there. Come to think of it Texas was mostly settled by pioneers from Tennessee.
My great-grand daddy was a preacher and doctor who rode the circuit in the hills of Tennessee just a preaching & a healing. Wished I had known him. Don't you know he had great stories to tell.
Hugs, Sara
Walk in Peace.
Live with Joy. |
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Killarney
True Blue Farmgirl
5091 Posts
Connie
Arlington
TN
USA
5091 Posts |
Posted - Aug 17 2014 : 6:55:19 PM
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Oh Sara!~ Your right! those would be some wonderful stories! So we are kindred Spirits! When I was a little girl I loved to listen to my Granny and Great Aunt Mattie talking as they sat in the porch swing, while I was playing! with my dolls, or if it was one of those Hot, humid Tn. Summer nights, I would be running around the backyard with a Mason jar catching Fireflies! The good ole days!
Hugs! Connie
Imagine....#3392
Farmgirl of the Month, August 2014 |
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Kirksmom71
True Blue Farmgirl
873 Posts
Mel
Dallas
Texas
USA
873 Posts |
Posted - Aug 18 2014 : 3:42:21 PM
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Welcome Sara.....my granddaughter (Sarah) visited me last year and we visited Paris......I didn't want her to say she had never seen Paris!! LOL We took pictures at the Eiffel Tower! :)
Glad you found MJF....it's fun and informative....and many have made lifetime friends! Come visit the Over 50 Farmgirls and The Virtual Porch threads!
My best to all,
Mel
https://www.etsy.com/shop/KirksmomsKottage
http://www.pinterest.com/kirksmom71/
Sassy City Girl with Farmgirl Fantasies! |
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
6921 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
6921 Posts |
Posted - Aug 18 2014 : 4:24:57 PM
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Mel, I hope you and Sarah enjoyed your visit.
I have visited the porch and found all the ladies friendly and enjoyed hearing what they had to say. I read more than I post - maybe I should join in more.
Hugs, Sara
Walk in Peace.
Live with Joy. |
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thebyrdhaus
True Blue Farmgirl
520 Posts
Patty
Columbus
Oh
USA
520 Posts |
Posted - Aug 19 2014 : 06:43:47 AM
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Welcome to the farm Sarah. You belong here for sure. :)
Patty #1840
http://ladygonegreen.blogspot.com/
A rind is a terrible thing to waste. Compost.
When they had all had enough to eat, he said to his disciples, “Gather the pieces that are left over. Let nothing be wasted.”
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
6921 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
6921 Posts |
Posted - Aug 19 2014 : 06:50:29 AM
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Thanks Patty for such a warm & friendly welcome. I've only been on the farm for less than a month but I feel right at home here.
Hugs, Sara
Walk in Peace.
Live with Joy. |
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Hello from Paris, TX
