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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
 Posted - Feb 17 2015 : 6:37:08 PM
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Ok, I am on day #2 of achey muscles from weeding/preping the garden ,,, 
any one know a good cure besides give up gardening or having a big glass (or 2) of wine? lol!
Faschnizzles, even my finger tips hurt! lol! I am using my toes to type all this! lol!
I Love Spring!
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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nubidane
True Blue Farmgirl
2881 Posts
Lisa
Georgetown
OH
2881 Posts |
Posted - Feb 17 2015 : 8:02:32 PM
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I'm all for the evening libation, plus a hubby back rub (although mine could use some instruction.. he's like getting a backrub from a bear claw)
But, I'm afraid the best advice is to do it over and over and built up tolerance!
Jealous that you can do it. We are at -10 right now!
"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. |
Edited by - nubidane on Feb 17 2015 8:03:03 PM |
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hudsonsinaf
True Blue Farmgirl
3162 Posts
Shannon
Rozet
Wyoming
USA
3162 Posts |
Posted - Feb 18 2015 : 05:16:07 AM
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Do you use herbs at all? The Bulk Herb Store sells an herbal muscle mix to make a salve. It works fantastic! We made a batch last year and we are STILL using the salve we made and it works just as well!
~ Shannon
http://hudson-everydayblessings.blogspot.com/ |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Feb 18 2015 : 08:47:35 AM
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Lisa, I too have a "Bear Claw" guy... lol!
Shannon, I wish I could get my DH to apply the eucalyptus save on my lower back, but he doesn't like the smell,,, the big baby! lol!
I need to remind myself to weed in small increments, not the whole exterior around the house in one day! lol! especially after coming out of winter hibernation! lolol!
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13634 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13634 Posts |
Posted - Feb 18 2015 : 10:00:58 AM
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I cleaned out our garden last week, pulling up all the black plastic we use and the frames, etc. to hold it down. Still have carrots in the ground, so dug a few of those. It wasn't a major job but I could tell I haven't been gardening for a few months.
We SHOULD have snow on the ground, but we don't. It is warmer than normal (until the last two days) so might as well do something outside.
The scary part is that we have had yet another dry winter and we've already suffered through too many years of drought. Will we have water to irrigate this summer? That's a question we're all asking!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
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AFinkberry
True Blue Farmgirl
310 Posts
Ally
Kalama
Washington
310 Posts |
Posted - Feb 19 2015 : 8:53:17 PM
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We use a liniment from a local gal here and she uses comfrey. It feels marvelous!!
And I am totally cracking up about the "bear claw" comments! I get what you're saying! LOL!!!
Ally
Farmgirl Sister #5672
"There is no need for temples, no need for complicated philosophies. My brain and my heart are my temples; my philosophy is kindness." ~His Holiness the Dalai Lama |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13634 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13634 Posts |
Posted - Feb 21 2015 : 12:00:27 PM
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I cleaned out our garden last week with very little muscle complaints.
Started cleaning out my flowerbeds and rock gardens on Thursday. Did some on Friday as well . . . not too bad. But I'm taking it in smaller increments. Still have the herb garden and biggest flower bed to do.
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
Mother Hen: FARMGIRLS SOUTHWEST HENHOUSE
my aprons - http://www.facebook.com/FarmFreshAprons
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
from my hubby - www.aspenforge.blogspot.com |
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hudsonsinaf
True Blue Farmgirl
3162 Posts
Shannon
Rozet
Wyoming
USA
3162 Posts |
Posted - Feb 21 2015 : 2:12:17 PM
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Comfrey is such an incredible herb!!!! It works to rebuild tissue. We use it quite often whenever the kids get hurt... that and arnica flowers. Between the two, the swelling goes down, and the area quickly heals. Those two might be my favorite medicinal herbs. Well... hmmm I would have to add yarrow and plantain for their ability to fight infection.... and eucalyptus for breathing issues... and echinacea as an immune booster. Okay - I lie - I cannot chose just two for favorites ;) All that to say I too love comfrey!
~ Shannon
http://hudson-everydayblessings.blogspot.com/ |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
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cajungal
True Blue Farmgirl
2349 Posts
Catherine Farmgirl Sister #76
Houston Area
Texas
2349 Posts |
Posted - Feb 22 2015 : 05:11:44 AM
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Grace, you could try DMSO. Your feed store should carry it. It comes in gel form and a roll on. I call it my 'horse medicine' since it's something that's put on race horses for their muscles. Like any home remedy, there's contradicting opinions about if it works or if it should be used off label.
My opinion is that it works for me. I also use it as a carrier for other things like oregano oil or other essential oils. Being that it's a carrier, the other oils get deeper and quicker absorption.
I sure hope you feel better.
Catherine
Sister #76 (2005)
One of the best compliments from one of my daughters: "Moma, you smell good...like dirt.
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
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cajungal
True Blue Farmgirl
2349 Posts
Catherine Farmgirl Sister #76
Houston Area
Texas
2349 Posts |
Posted - Feb 23 2015 : 8:22:00 PM
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I love it that you called me Cath. So personal and friendly.
Girl, you just go ahead and be a race horse. Let's see, your name would be.....Covered in Grace (as opposed to being covered in cr*p) haha
Catherine
Sister #76 (2005)
One of the best compliments from one of my daughters: "Moma, you smell good...like dirt.
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4658 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
4658 Posts |
Posted - Mar 09 2015 : 10:40:54 AM
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A hot bath always does wonders...unless of course you got into poison ivy. ;)
Farmgirl Hugs,
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE
Chapter Leader, Connecticut Simpler Life Sisters
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Mar 09 2015 : 9:40:03 PM
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Oh yikes, no poison ivy here, but I do have to watch out for poison oak, which grows like crazy up here in the mountains...
I am feeling better,,, and as I type this, I know I have a lot more yard work to do... but I will pop an asprin and not do so much in one day....
hugz
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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