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Across the Fence:  MaryJanesFarm Forum vs. other social media  |
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farmmilkmama
True Blue Farmgirl
2027 Posts
Amy
Central MN
USA
2027 Posts |
 Posted - May 12 2015 : 05:48:37 AM
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Hey all. I was just in an interesting discussion on Facebook through one of my pages and we got to talking about how Facebook isn't showing people all of the posts. (It's always been an issue, it's just getting bigger.) People have started talking about turning all their pages into "groups" because in groups, people who are members actually see everything that is posted.
It made me think of this forum. A few years ago, it was really hoppin! Then it seems like a lot of people just became friends on Facebook. Coming back here now, it seems like the forum doesn't have as much action. Is that because people are connecting elsewhere? It certainly can't be because we've run out of stuff to talk about... ;)
I LOVE forums. I love the discussion and the sisterhood here. Facebook just isn't the same (especially when you're trying to tell people about farm stuff on your farm page and FB doesn't show it to more than 5 people). Have any of you seen similar issues with FB? Let's talk about why this forum is awesome! :)
--* FarmMilkMama *--
Farmgirl Sister #1086
Be yourself.
Everyone else is already taken.
-Oscar Wilde
www.farmfoodmama.blogspot.com
www.thehmmmschoolingmom.com
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Bonnie Ellis
True Blue Farmgirl
2474 Posts
Bonnie
Minneapolis
Minnesota
USA
2474 Posts |
Posted - May 12 2015 : 07:53:29 AM
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For one thing this forum is focused. You get to meet great women of like minds caring about the things you do. I find closer friends on MJF than I do on social media.
grandmother and orphan farmgirl |
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churunga
True Blue Farmgirl
3931 Posts
Marie
Minneapolis
MN
USA
3931 Posts |
Posted - May 12 2015 : 09:03:23 AM
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For another thing, I can say that every one of the people on this forum are real friends even though we haven't met in person or spoken on the phone. I feel as if I belong here and my thoughts will not get lost in the large amount of advertising, game notices, friend requests and general "why did they have to post that" stuff that happens on Facebook. I only keep my Facebook account open to "like" something and get the discount on my next order from a company.
This is where my heart and friends are.
Marie, Sister #5142
Farmgirl of the Month May 2014
Try everything once and the fun things twice. |
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farmmilkmama
True Blue Farmgirl
2027 Posts
Amy
Central MN
USA
2027 Posts |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13620 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13620 Posts |
Posted - May 12 2015 : 10:27:54 AM
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Like Bonnie says, this is more "focused" and I think those of us farmgirls who are here are more of a kindred spirit. I have a FB page, but I don't find it to be all that others claim FB pages to be. I belong to some FB groups as well and they are good, but there is NOTHING like the discussions, ideas, friendships and interactions here on the Farmgirl Connection. Other social media sites do not compare!
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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Caron
True Blue Farmgirl
535 Posts
Caron
Orange
Texas
USA
535 Posts |
Posted - May 12 2015 : 11:24:31 AM
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I was away from these forums for a while but have now returned here! I enjoy Facebook too, but as the other ladies have said this board is much more focused and has more content than any Facebook page has.
Farmgirl Sister #254
Heart of Texas Farmgirls Mother Hen
"An Apron:Its strings gently tug at us, tenderly, softly calling us to turn back to the old ways".-Above Rubies Magazine |
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farmmilkmama
True Blue Farmgirl
2027 Posts
Amy
Central MN
USA
2027 Posts |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13620 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13620 Posts |
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TexasWildflower
True Blue Farmgirl
206 Posts
Wanda
Hallettsville
Texas
USA
206 Posts |
Posted - May 12 2015 : 12:02:24 PM
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I agree with Bonnie, Marie, and CJ. I was on Facebook, for a while. It was the only way I could connect with my daughter during the day (to 'message' her) because she was not allowed to check her email at work, but could check Facebook (?). I didn't like it and left as soon as possible. It seemed...well, disconnected. Not at all like here on the Farmgirl Connection. This really does seem like getting together with a bunch of true friends. I really didn't care to know that someone was 'sitting at a stoplight waiting for it to turn green'. I think, if there are fewer post here, it reflects the fact that we farm girls are busy with our lives and the things we love and, if we're sitting at a stoplight waiting, our minds are not on announcing that on Facebook, but on our kids, chickens, gardens, quilts, etc. To me, like-minded and caring says it all.
Wanda
Farmgirl sister #3399
www.wandasturrock.com
(Includes 'The Simply Lived Life' blog) |
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farmmilkmama
True Blue Farmgirl
2027 Posts
Amy
Central MN
USA
2027 Posts |
Posted - May 12 2015 : 12:15:58 PM
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LOL Wanda! You're right! There is a lot of junk to wade through on Facebook. Some people post just to post. 0_o
--* FarmMilkMama *--
Farmgirl Sister #1086
Be yourself.
Everyone else is already taken.
-Oscar Wilde
www.farmfoodmama.blogspot.com
www.thehmmmschoolingmom.com
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
6917 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
6917 Posts |
Posted - May 12 2015 : 12:21:20 PM
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I don't do Facebook. I'm happy with MJF, and the positive women who post here keeps me coming back day in day out.
Have a blessed day, Sara
FarmGirl Sister #6034 8/25/14
Lord put your arm around my shoulders and your hand over my mouth.
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Song Sparrow
True Blue Farmgirl
1010 Posts
Amy
Talleyville
Delaware
USA
1010 Posts |
Posted - May 12 2015 : 1:20:19 PM
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I totally agree, this forum is warm-hearted and unbelievably useful at the same time. Facebook can be a real time waster.
Peace in our hearts, peace in the world
Amy (Sister#6098) www.danaherandcloud.com
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4658 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
4658 Posts |
Posted - May 12 2015 : 7:08:32 PM
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I agree on all those points. I also feel that this is more of a "family". Facebook is like being back in high school. You see friends there, but there's more people. Or like a big party where you see people but no good conversation., as opposed to a small dinner with close friends. This is more meaningful.
Facebook has ads, and fluff. Here, it's like-minded sisters!
Amy, you and I connected here before being pen pals. Though I owe you a letter. It's going to be a book,lol!
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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notathreatinsight
True Blue Farmgirl
626 Posts
Erin
Monroeville
IN
USA
626 Posts |
Posted - May 13 2015 : 05:49:25 AM
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Nicole, I think that's a great comparison. Facebook is like a party without much connection, and MJF is like a dinner with close friends. Absolutely true. I left facebook for a couple of years. I actually deleted my account, which is surprisingly hard to do. I was pressured mostly by family members to create a new account. I mostly use it for groups and messaging a few people since I don't have a cell phone, and the preferred method of communication with many people is texting. The other thing about facebook is that people get into arguments all of the time on facebook about everything, but what I see most, and in my twenties participated in frequently is concerning politics. I love that here on the MJF forum we don't have that. I know it's part of the rules, and I'm sure on occasion it's hard, but most of us also aren't looking to argue like that. We all come from different backgrounds and political persuasions, but we come together anyway, because we all love everything that this place is about.
Erin
Farmgirl #3762
"It is... through the world of the imagination which takes us beyond the restrictions of provable fact, that we touch the hem of truth." - Madeleine L'Engle
http://www.etsy.com/shop/femmepostale/
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6592 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6592 Posts |
Posted - May 13 2015 : 11:18:16 AM
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I would add that I find the purpose of our MJF chatroom to be connecting with others who are interested in specific information and goals of women who carry that "Farmgirl heart". Precisely, because we don't know each other when we join, we are not looking for reuniting old friendships or talking with our families etc. We are here because we want to learn new things, find others who know more about something than we do (like farming, canning, sewing etc.) and talk about our lives in the context of connecting with long traditions of families and supportive communities. I find that MJF is where you find inspiration to try something you always were curious about but never had the support to do. Like raising a few chickens, organic vegetable gardening, wearing an apron, buying your first farm and learning skills doing fun badges. Each of the social medias have their purposes and strengths, and I really think it boils down to which source provides you with what you are looking for. For me, this Chatroom has been a source of new friends, new ideas, and a forum to just be myself. As an older Farmgirl, I also appreciate a place where the pace is what you make it to be. A person can participate as often as they wish and not feel like they have to be constantly checking in. Personally I like that freedom!
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
Farm Sister of the Year 2014 |
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ceridwen
True Blue Farmgirl
899 Posts
Carole
New York
USA
899 Posts |
Posted - May 13 2015 : 1:25:49 PM
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I certainly would agree with what you all have said about this forum. I love it, it's great to catch up on my time at whatever hour of the day I feel like it! I have met in cyberspace some wonderful gals here! Perhaps one day we will meet in person.
As for FB, sadly, many of the business organizations that I belong to use the "secret" group option of FB, so there am catching up/interacting. As for my personal FB, not much of a poster. Like most of you have mentioned, lots to filter through. I do belong to a great farmgirl group on FB. When I want to read up on it, I just go to their page and bypass all the advertisements! lol
Carole
Farmgirl Sister 3610 - Nov 7/2011
http://www.carolesquiltingetc.com
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Bonnie Ellis
True Blue Farmgirl
2474 Posts
Bonnie
Minneapolis
Minnesota
USA
2474 Posts |
Posted - May 13 2015 : 10:57:34 PM
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Well said Winnie!
grandmother and orphan farmgirl |
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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
13055 Posts |
Posted - May 16 2015 : 12:05:39 PM
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I totally agree with all of the farmgirls on this subject.
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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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - May 18 2015 : 09:11:57 AM
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I have to laugh,,, fb, tho handy,, can be a little daunting at times... Sometimes I feel like I have ADD when I am on fb,,, lol!
Because I belong to several trailer groups , I know it is easier for the people in the groups to post trips or info pertinent to us.
That being said, I make every effort to watch what I say,,, I try not to post political or inappropriate comments.... and I don't 'Hijack' anyone's post to make rude, snide or opinionated remarks...
Like so many of you, I prefer to come here and chit chat, check out the latest goings on and to say a word of support to a struggling MJF sister...
This is my morning coffee break, my afternoon tea break or my quick 'poke my head in' before I go to bed,,, I may not always post a comment,,, but I am reading....
Well that being said, my coffee cup is empty and I need to get ready to head down the mountain to town... "Mother hubbards cupboard " is bare.... and I need a fabric store fix as well...
tata-4-now
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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Bonnie Ellis
True Blue Farmgirl
2474 Posts
Bonnie
Minneapolis
Minnesota
USA
2474 Posts |
Posted - May 18 2015 : 1:12:42 PM
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Grace: If that is a picture of you, that is a hoot! Get that coffee and that fabric, I got mine this morning after taking my husband to the doc. He can walk in two weeks, Yay! no more scooter (he had achilles tendon surgery).
grandmother and orphan farmgirl |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
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RachelLeigh
True Blue Farmgirl
635 Posts
Rachel
Rainier
WA
USA
635 Posts |
Posted - May 21 2015 : 09:19:47 AM
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I'm one of those that's on the forums for a while, then I disappear, and then I'm back, over and over again. I have FB and I actually hate FB, but now that I'm so far away from my family, they depend on those posts. Plus our Farmgirl Chapter has a page, which I like... otherwise, FB could go away completely and I'd never notice. These forums, though, are wonderful and so full of information and friendship and caring and general awesomeness. I hope it continues for years. As long as there are farmgirls, there should be a place like this!
Farmgirl Sister #5159
My blog: http://14thandoak.com
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jpbluesky
True Blue Farmgirl
6066 Posts
Jeannie
Florida
USA
6066 Posts |
Posted - May 21 2015 : 10:37:21 AM
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I love this place. I too have been here less lately. Not because of facebook, but just time needed elsewhere. But I have been a member since May of 2004, and it has meant a lot to me and my daughter in the past. It is much nicer to form friendships here than facebook.
Farmgirl #31
Psalm 51: 10-13 |
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Marilyn Hartman Sullivan
True Blue Farmgirl
1138 Posts
Marilyn
Oxford
PA
USA
1138 Posts |
Posted - May 21 2015 : 10:45:41 AM
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I am with Sara (Yellow Rose) -- I think it's the positive vibe among the women here that I find the most pleasant. Facebook can get so in-your-face at times. I joined it a few years ago because my niece (from whom I live a great distance) had started just posting her kids' pix there instead of e-mailing them to everyone. I found I could keep up on the family and see more pictures on facebook. I think the upside is that it is so very very easy to post pictures there. The downsides are quite a few! ha ha I have had to thin out my "friends" list from time to time for bad language, too much politics, etc. I have not had any of that problem here at MJF. I have made some new friends and have got so much good information. Keep it coming!
Farmgirl #6318
"Where there's a will -- there's probably a family fight." |
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AFinkberry
True Blue Farmgirl
310 Posts
Ally
Kalama
Washington
310 Posts |
Posted - May 21 2015 : 9:19:22 PM
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I quit FB over a year ago and I don't regret it! I really enjoy the camaraderie of this forum! I'd still be stuck in a shell if not for the amazing ladies here!
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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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7484 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7484 Posts |
Posted - Aug 07 2015 : 10:33:43 PM
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I love the friendships on this forum. And if you have a question, problem, or concern there are always several farmgirls with solutions or remedies to try.
Farmgirl hugs,
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
Farmgirl #1919
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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