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christmasgal
Farmgirl in Training
45 Posts
Rose
The Dalles
oregon
USA
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 Posted - Mar 03 2018 : 10:04:58 AM
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| I haven't received my March sister issue yet, is there a delay this month or did I not get it yet????? |
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MaryJane
Queen Bee
16458 Posts
MaryJane
Moscow
Idaho
USA
16458 Posts |
Posted - Mar 03 2018 : 12:13:58 PM
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Hi Rose,
I'm glad you asked. We're not going to create an 80-page document as often, but instead send out brief communications more often. It took an unbelievable amount of time and was keeping us from getting other Sisterhood things done, like the daily Merit Badge approvals you've been seeing lately (hope you've noticed). Someone this past week asked why she wasn't getting our photos-of-the-day via email any more--those kinds of things were falling by the wayside. Also, after getting feedback from some of our Sisters, we felt like the actual amount of time spent reading it didn't justify the amount of time it took on our end to create such a voluminous newsletter. It does seem like we're in a new era with regards to where people put their diminishing time these days. Reading, actual reading, has diminished and people are needing snippets of information instead. Plus, we've been short-handed lately. Here's this morning's Saturday scene in our food packaging facility. Pa (hubby), son Brian, and SIL Lucas are working all weekend so we can get our orders out. In the meantime, there's plenty of reading to be had if you keep up on Merit Badge approvals (happening daily now and sooooo inspirational!); GirlGab; and my Raising Jane blog w/Friday recipe (also posted here on the chatroom for your convenience).
MaryJane, Farmgirl #1 Plowin' Thru ~ giving aprons a good wrap for 45 years and counting ~
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suny58
True Blue Farmgirl
4407 Posts
Dianna
Jack
Al.
USA
4407 Posts |
Posted - Mar 03 2018 : 1:01:55 PM
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Wowser!!!! MaryJane!!! Sometimes we can take something so easily for granted!! Rose asked a question I was wondering myself as I watched for the March issue! But then, seeing this image sure brings to life JUST HOW MUCH YOU ALL DO and are involved in making your magazine, blog, recipes, merit badges, and SO MUCH MORE, available to MANY of us who follow you!!! I am overwhelmed at the thought! How very blessed we are, I am, to be so inspired by this organization and can only ask the good Lord to continue to bless ALL OF you abundantly!! A VERY HEARTFELT thank you for what you do!!!
Farmgirl #7703
FGOTM January 2018
Dianna
"Blessed are they that see beautiful things in humble places, where other people see nothing." Pissarro |
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MaryJane
Queen Bee
16458 Posts
MaryJane
Moscow
Idaho
USA
16458 Posts |
Posted - Mar 03 2018 : 1:35:06 PM
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How utterly perfect is your tagline, Dianna? It's a lofty goal, but clearly you've arrived! Thanks for being today's inspiration.
I just delivered fresh cinnamon rolls to the guys. Another employee showed up to help, so they're "good to go for the rest of the day," they said.
Again, thank you for your understanding heart.
MaryJane, Farmgirl #1 Plowin' Thru ~ giving aprons a good wrap for 45 years and counting ~
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13664 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13664 Posts |
Posted - Mar 03 2018 : 2:15:24 PM
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Mary Jane,
I thank you as well . .and all your helpers . . for ALL you do! I have been so blessed, my life has been enriched and your kindness and generosity to me personally is such a precious treasure! THANK YOU!!!
It's always wise, I believe to occasionally re-evalute what you're doing, why you're doing it and what possible changes need to be made. So, thank you for keeping us "up to speed"!
THANKS TO YOU and ALL you "FARM FOLKS"!!
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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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9438 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9438 Posts |
Posted - Mar 03 2018 : 3:09:49 PM
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Mary Jane,
Thank you for clearing that up. I haven't been receiving a sister issue for quite sometime and now I know why. This also tells me why emails aren't answered right away. You all have a lot on your plate and just so you know I am very grateful for all that all of you do there!
Thanks to all of you for your hard work!
~Denise
Sister #43~1/18/2007
FGOTM~7/2013
"Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path." Psalm 119:105
http://www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com/
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suny58
True Blue Farmgirl
4407 Posts
Dianna
Jack
Al.
USA
4407 Posts |
Posted - Mar 03 2018 : 3:10:25 PM
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Yum, homemade cinnamon rolls can certainly 'lighten' the load and motivate Mary Jane!! :)
Farmgirl #7703
FGOTM January 2018
Dianna
"Blessed are they that see beautiful things in humble places, where other people see nothing." Pissarro |
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christmasgal
Farmgirl in Training
45 Posts
Rose
The Dalles
oregon
USA
45 Posts |
Posted - Mar 03 2018 : 5:09:23 PM
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| Thanks Mary Jane for the update,,, I really appreciate what all of you do and how hard you work.. you are all such a blessing..! |
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
Posted - Mar 04 2018 : 06:00:24 AM
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MaryJane - Thank you for all you do for all of us farm girls out here. I am in awe of how you get everything done.
And Cinnamon rolls sound awesome, too.
I am hoping that either this year or next my new husband and I can come out in our motorhome to visit you and the farm - up close and personal.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month April 2017
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"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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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6663 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6663 Posts |
Posted - Mar 05 2018 : 06:52:25 AM
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Love this photo, MaryJane of the Boys at work! Yes, I agree with you that it is so important to use our precious time where it matters the most. I always enjoy your blog and , Chatroom links, and GirlGab for keeping up with what is happening out in Farmgirl land, and I appreciate the work that goes into all of these endeavors. A big shout out to everyone on your team for their many contributions to our MJF Farmgirl Family! Our lives are much richer and full of love from our networking here at MJF.
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015 |
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Dreamer42
True Blue Farmgirl
2694 Posts
April
Central
Oregon
USA
2694 Posts |
Posted - Mar 05 2018 : 09:14:24 AM
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All previous farmgirls above said it all perfectly, thank you, thank you for all you do in providing such a wonderous, welcoming and heart warming community to all of us out here... you have united so many hearts and created so many friendships amongst us, such a special gift - I remain grateful. ~ April
Dreamer42
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Bonnie Ellis
True Blue Farmgirl
2474 Posts
Bonnie
Minneapolis
Minnesota
USA
2474 Posts |
Posted - Mar 06 2018 : 08:02:12 AM
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Those fellas are so multi-talented. Thanks for behind-the-scenes pictures. Keep the good stuff comin'!
grandmother and orphan farmgirl |
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March 2018 sister issue
