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A Farm of My Own:  A SMALL step toward my dream!!  |
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westernhorse51
True Blue Farmgirl
1681 Posts
michele
farmingdale
n.j.
USA
1681 Posts |
 Posted - Mar 20 2007 : 06:27:12 AM
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You are ALL the most wonderful group of women anywhere in the world & I say that w/ truth, sincerity, respect & love. After venting the other day, reading all your feedback and I finally stopped feeling sorry for myself AGAIN, I made a SMALL STEP towards my dream & goal. Going back I remember Robin from Thymeforewefarm in Maine, telling me about people she knew in the wool business that were doing what they wanted WITHOUT having sheep. Well, I bought Paula Simmons (anyone in wool knows her)book called Turning Wool into a Cottage Industry & there is a entire chapter on the pro's of selling wool without sheparding. I don't have the sheep yet but I have everything else, EVERYTHING including all the hand equipment. I have carders, drum carders, spinning wheels, looms etc. I can resale great wool in many different ways. I hook my rugs w/ my yarn that I spin. I get great Romney from shepardess here on the forum, I get alpaca , right now I have 8 lbs. of alpaca sitting in my living room. I can sell rug kits, spun yarn, spinning kits & tons of other stuff at farm markets, flea markets & even a mail buss. My sisiter is going to help me get a web-site together eventually.
All this had been sitting here but it didn't click until NOW. I kept doubting myself, had no confidence & was just plain afraid of failing. Now Im not afraid at all. If I don't try, then I've failed.
Maybe eventually I'll have that small farm w/ a couple of sheep, chickens and my beloved paint horse named Tequilla Sunrise, but until then Im going full steam ahead in my small mobile home w/ my small yard & big dreams. Reading all you write inspires me so much, not being judged on all my up's & downs means so much & I pray one day I can finally get to meet you all but until then, I hold you dear & near in my heart.
she selects wool and flax and works with eager hands Prov.31:13 |
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ThymeForEweFarm
True Blue Farmgirl
705 Posts
Robin
An organic farm in the forest in
Maine
USA
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EmmJay
True Blue Farmgirl
352 Posts
Mary Jane
Amherst
Nova Scotia
Canada
352 Posts |
Posted - Mar 20 2007 : 06:50:18 AM
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Michele, I am so very happy for you.
Isn't it wonderful that you can come here and vent, knowing that others are not judging you, and will offer kindness at all times.
I know that you will have all that your heart desires, and will look back and be greatfull for the Farmgirl Connection...
Please keep us updated and I, for one, will keep you in my prayers.
MJ
"Thank GOD I'm a country girl"
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MustangSuzie
True Blue Farmgirl
634 Posts
Sarah
New London
Missouri
USA
634 Posts |
Posted - Mar 20 2007 : 07:07:14 AM
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Michele...you can do it!!! Never be afraid to try or doubt yourself. If you want something bad enough, nothing will stand in your way. This is a great start to realizing your ultimate dream. Experience is the best teacher, so get out there and git r done!
Blessings....
Sarah
"In our every deliberation, we must consider the impact of our decisions on the next seven generations." -From The Great Law Of The Iroquois Confederacy.
REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE!!!!
http://mustangsuzie.wordpress.com
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windypines
True Blue Farmgirl
4179 Posts
Michele
Bruce
Wisconsin
USA
4179 Posts |
Posted - Mar 20 2007 : 07:21:12 AM
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| Hey Michele, all right. Good luck in your venture!!! I will be looking for your web site listed under your name! I am glad you found something that gets you a little closer. Michele |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22941 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
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Posted - Mar 20 2007 : 08:07:43 AM
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That sounds like a wonderful start! I bet you could also sell a lot of that on E-Bay as well! Let us know how it is going for you!
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owwlady
True Blue Farmgirl
899 Posts
Jan
Tomahawk
WI
USA
899 Posts |
Posted - Mar 20 2007 : 08:34:35 AM
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| Good for you Michele. That sounds like a wonderful and exciting plan. Have you ever thought of giving spinning lessons? I know there must be women out there who would be interested. Believe me, if I lived anywhere near you, I'd be first in line. I've always wanted to learn. That could be quite profitable I think. |
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blueroses
True Blue Farmgirl
1323 Posts
Debbie
in the Pandhandle of
Idaho
USA
1323 Posts |
Posted - Mar 20 2007 : 08:50:30 AM
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Yay, Michele,
Sometimes we just need our friends to life us up a bit. Please get your site up and running. I really want to learn how to hook rugs and would definitely buy kits from you.
"You cannot find peace...by avoiding life."
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sunshine78
True Blue Farmgirl
106 Posts
Cynthia
Western
Nebraska
106 Posts |
Posted - Mar 20 2007 : 10:17:29 AM
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Go for your dreams Michele, life is too short to not absolutely love what you're doing. Don't doubt yourself-just go for it and don't look back!
Cynthia
www.pinecanyonranch.com |
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Forrester Farm
True Blue Farmgirl
703 Posts
Ann
Belmont
MI
USA
703 Posts |
Posted - Mar 20 2007 : 10:27:27 AM
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Michele,
I'm so excited for you. I get inspired when others are inspired to take steps and follow their dreams. Sometimes we just have to have things "click" to really see the opportunity that is around us. I've always told my friends that if I waited until everything was perfect - I'd never venture out and accomplish anything with my businesses. Taking small steps can lead to a great future. Great job and thanks for inspiring me today!
Ann
http://annforrester.tohe.com |
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Tina Michelle
True Blue Farmgirl
6948 Posts
Tina
sunshine state
FL
USA
6948 Posts |
Posted - Mar 20 2007 : 12:07:14 PM
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Michele,
So happy for you. I wish the very best to you.
Life is always full of the ups and downs..it's the steady trekking ahead and looking forward that requires the courage. And the taking it "one step at a time" Us farmgals are in your corner. We root for each other around here!
hugs, Tina
~Seize the Day! Live, Love, Laugh~ |
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shelle
True Blue Farmgirl
404 Posts
Shelle
oklahoma
USA
404 Posts |
Posted - Mar 20 2007 : 12:49:09 PM
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Michele
Sounds like you have a great plan! I hope that everything works out for you and you eventually do wind up with your own little farm.
Shelle
http://janzenfamilyjournal.blogspot.com/ |
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westernhorse51
True Blue Farmgirl
1681 Posts
michele
farmingdale
n.j.
USA
1681 Posts |
Posted - Mar 20 2007 : 1:36:58 PM
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Thanks everyone. We've got our name & logo now. I'll be back later to tell you about it.
she selects wool and flax and works with eager hands Prov.31:13 |
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kitchensqueen
True Blue Farmgirl
521 Posts
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steeleyedjack
Farmgirl in Training
32 Posts
Constance
Erwinna
PA
USA
32 Posts |
Posted - Mar 20 2007 : 3:07:12 PM
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WooHOO
Go Michele! No stopping now :) |
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bramble
True Blue Farmgirl
2044 Posts
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Posted - Mar 20 2007 : 4:42:58 PM
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Way to go Michelle! Sometimes it just takes looking at things from a different perspective, glad it was an "AH HA!" moment for you! All the best!
with a happy heart |
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Aunt Jenny
True Blue Farmgirl
11381 Posts
Jenny
middle of
Utah
USA
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Posted - Mar 20 2007 : 6:17:44 PM
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Wonderful Michelle!! Sounds like such a great start for you. I love the book you mentioned..and I think it is very practical...sometimes MORE practical...not to have sheep. I get more done when I only have a couple sheep and one angora goat like now, than when I have alot since I don't have help. I think you will do great things!!!
you go girl~!
Jenny in Utah
Inside me there is a skinny woman crying to get out...but I can usually shut her up with cookies
http://www.auntjennysworld.blogspot.com/ visit my little online shop at www.auntjenny.etsy.com |
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Buttercup
True Blue Farmgirl
1433 Posts
Talitha
Vermont
USA
1433 Posts |
Posted - Mar 21 2007 : 12:54:27 AM
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Michele,
Am so happy for you and I think that is wonderful! What a fabulous idea! I have always dreamed big  maybe too big, but it makes me creative and happy and new ideas pop up all the time because of it so I LOVE dreams and I am so excited that you found a way to have a part of yours right now where you are! Do keep us posted! Sending bright and positive thoughts your way...all the way from Japan!  Cant wait to see what you make/sell/create and how your dreams become your reality!
Hugz!
Talitha
"If we could maintain the wonder of childhood and at the same time grasp the wisdom of age, what wonder,what wisdom,what life would be ours" |
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westernhorse51
True Blue Farmgirl
1681 Posts
michele
farmingdale
n.j.
USA
1681 Posts |
Posted - Mar 21 2007 : 04:35:56 AM
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were trying to figure out if we should do a blog. My sister is leaving today for Florida but when she comes back her & I are going to figure out how to get a web-site up & running. In the meantime, I have a friend at work who is great at this & she said she would help me. There is much to do & learn about this stuff & we have a name & logo but now we need to make it all legal I guess so no one takes the name?? Are any of you familiar w/ this & did you have to do this?? Do you have to do this stuff? Im not looking to become a huge corp. Obviously, I have MUCH to learn. Just starting out nice & slow. Thanks so much for all your kind words & input.
she selects wool and flax and works with eager hands Prov.31:13 |
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Libbie
Farmgirl Connection Cultivator
3579 Posts
Anne E.
Elsinore
Utah
USA
3579 Posts |
Posted - Mar 21 2007 : 11:41:54 AM
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Michele - Congratulations! A fiber business sounds wonderful! Isn't it great how sometimes it "clicks" that life has lined you up in just the right directions to begin moving toward your dreams? You may want to check out the "Entrepreneurship" forum - there might be some helpful information there.
XOXO, Libbie
"All through the long winter, I dream of my garden. On the first day of spring, I dig my fingers deep into the soft earth. I can feel its energy, and my spirits soar..." - Helen Hayes |
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westernhorse51
True Blue Farmgirl
1681 Posts
michele
farmingdale
n.j.
USA
1681 Posts |
Posted - Mar 21 2007 : 4:26:45 PM
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yes Libbie its so weird, things just started to come together after ALL your input on this wonderful forum. It was like a gentle kick in the pants!!
she selects wool and flax and works with eager hands Prov.31:13 |
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daffodil dreamer
True Blue Farmgirl
805 Posts
Jayne
Hamilton
Victoria
Australia
805 Posts |
Posted - Mar 21 2007 : 9:17:35 PM
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Michele,
Sounds fantastic! Can't wait to hear how it all works out (and I'll be checking out that book you mentioned - I've never seen it before.)
Best wishes,
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lamamama
True Blue Farmgirl
255 Posts
Melanie
CA
USA
255 Posts |
Posted - Mar 21 2007 : 11:36:18 PM
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What happy news! It all sounds so FULL of wonderful possibilities!
I wish you all the best in your endeavors.
If fact, what you're setting up sounds like something I would want to order from! :)
Good luck! Can't wait to see your website.........
Melanie |
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JimBobAndLarry
Farmgirl in Training
39 Posts
Sarah
Fortville
IN
USA
39 Posts |
Posted - Apr 02 2007 : 05:48:12 AM
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Our Yarn industry
Thanks for telling us about the book! We have a bunch of families moving to our little farming village who are going to create a bunch of cottage industries that make us a yarn making village. We are going to raise alpakas, sheep, angora goats and angora bunnies. I'll look for that book on line right now! THANKS!
"Jim-Bob&Larry is the name of my daughter's new laying hen. My little girl is three and she came up with the name all by herself. I'm Sarah." |
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Mumof3
True Blue Farmgirl
3890 Posts
Karin
Ellenwood
GA
USA
3890 Posts |
Posted - Apr 02 2007 : 06:00:43 AM
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How did I miss this? Michele- I think what you are doing is great! I also think you are very brave. I seem to have been born with a huge "hesitation gene" and never see an idea come to fruition. I just know that you are going to be successful. Just think of the client base you have here!!:)
Karin
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