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Nancy Joplin
True Blue Farmgirl
207 Posts
Nancy
Ontario
California
USA
207 Posts |
 Posted - May 07 2024 : 5:06:39 PM
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We love fresh lemonade around here, too! Tara, your place sounds really great. You are getting so much done! We are working on on little yard. We have a small garden that we are planning to expand using raised beds around the yard. We have six trees; lemon, apple, apricot, peach, plum, and a small avocado that my Granddaughters grew from a seed. Our neighbor has an avocado tree and gave us some of his crop. The girls wanted to put the seed in water to see if it would grow. They are surprised that it is now four feet tall. Enjoy your little farm!
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lovecatsandsunshine
True Blue Farmgirl
270 Posts
Tara
Sands of Time
SC
USA
270 Posts |
Posted - May 09 2024 : 10:03:01 AM
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Storm yesterday caused a lot of damage in garden.  Straight line winds, trees were bending way over. Scary! All the squash plants destroyed by hail. I'll plant more butternut squash seed tomorrow, try again. Corn, tomato, beans, snap peas and pepper plants beat up.
Most of the onion tops were broken. I picked those and put in dehydrator.
Will the onions survive? Too much rain past 3 days, wondering if they rot?
Today's good mood brought to you by a lot of coffee!!!
Farmgirl in SC
Farmgirl #8548
FGOTM April 2023 |
Edited by - lovecatsandsunshine on May 09 2024 10:04:16 AM |
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Jokamartell
True Blue Farmgirl
1538 Posts
Karen
Kennewick
WA
USA
1538 Posts |
Posted - May 09 2024 : 7:05:08 PM
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I’m so sorry, Tara. It has to be frustrating to put the work in and then have to start over. All of my farm sisters with questionable weather have been in my prayers. Hugs to you.
Karen :)
To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha |
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lovecatsandsunshine
True Blue Farmgirl
270 Posts
Tara
Sands of Time
SC
USA
270 Posts |
Posted - May 20 2024 : 12:37:17 PM
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Last of the sugar snap peas. Weather and snail damage and the plants were done. I did blank about 6 cups and put in freezer.
The duds are going into a veggie broth. 
I may not grow these next year.
Oh the bowl was a thrift shop find from years ago.
Today's good mood brought to you by a lot of coffee!!!
Farmgirl in SC
Farmgirl #8548
FGOTM April 2023 |
Edited by - lovecatsandsunshine on May 20 2024 12:38:07 PM |
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lovecatsandsunshine
True Blue Farmgirl
270 Posts
Tara
Sands of Time
SC
USA
270 Posts |
Posted - May 23 2024 : 4:12:23 PM
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A Carolina Wren built nest in a hanging basket. I'm watching over the nest and Momma. My husband moved the basket to corner of covered deck, out of the way of impending storms. 
Today's good mood brought to you by a lot of coffee!!!
Farmgirl in SC
Farmgirl #8548
FGOTM April 2023 |
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VegiChik
True Blue Farmgirl
111 Posts
Sharon L
Gaylord
MI
USA
111 Posts |
Posted - May 23 2024 : 6:23:52 PM
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So thoughtful! Keep us posted on the birdies!
When asked “How are you?”, I reply, “Better than good!” |
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shennandoah
True Blue Farmgirl
95 Posts
Shennandoah
La Vernia
TX
USA
95 Posts |
Posted - May 26 2024 : 10:58:02 AM
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
6922 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
6922 Posts |
Posted - May 27 2024 : 6:41:05 PM
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That is so neat! I love watching baby birds! Her nest is in great hands.
Krista |
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lovecatsandsunshine
True Blue Farmgirl
270 Posts
Tara
Sands of Time
SC
USA
270 Posts |
Posted - May 31 2024 : 1:30:32 PM
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Baby wrens are here. Parents been busy feeding so I haven't peeked in on nest until this morning.
Today's good mood brought to you by a lot of coffee!!!
Farmgirl in SC
Farmgirl #8548
FGOTM April 2023 |
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
6922 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
6922 Posts |
Posted - May 31 2024 : 1:32:56 PM
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What a wonderful surprise Tara. Enjoy the new baby birds.
Krista |
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lovecatsandsunshine
True Blue Farmgirl
270 Posts
Tara
Sands of Time
SC
USA
270 Posts |
Posted - Jun 01 2024 : 04:45:56 AM
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Garden visitor
Today's good mood brought to you by a lot of coffee!!!
Farmgirl in SC
Farmgirl #8548
FGOTM April 2023 |
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StitchinWitch
True Blue Farmgirl
2240 Posts
Judith
Galt
CA
USA
2240 Posts |
Posted - Jun 01 2024 : 12:10:07 PM
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You are fortunate to have Mr Toad as a visitor. They are nice insect predators. We used to have one that would sit under the porch light every night waiting for bugs.
Judith
7932 FGOTM 6/21
I'm old and I do wear purple |
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lovecatsandsunshine
True Blue Farmgirl
270 Posts
Tara
Sands of Time
SC
USA
270 Posts |
Posted - Jun 02 2024 : 06:10:25 AM
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Garden friend!
Today's good mood brought to you by a lot of coffee!!!
Farmgirl in SC
Farmgirl #8548
FGOTM April 2023 |
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edlund33
True Blue Farmgirl
1496 Posts
Marilyn
Renton
WA
USA
1496 Posts |
Posted - Jun 02 2024 : 08:50:27 AM
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Tara,
A very happy bumblebee! How exciting to see all of the wildlife that visits your garden. Nature is amazing when you provide a healthy habitat for all of its citizens.
Cheers! ~ Marilyn
Farm Girl No. 1100
Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail. - Ralph Waldo Emerson |
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lovecatsandsunshine
True Blue Farmgirl
270 Posts
Tara
Sands of Time
SC
USA
270 Posts |
Posted - Jun 03 2024 : 07:28:23 AM
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Last night at 8 19 pm. I was going to close the window and there he was. He sat down to eat bird seed, then pulled over the hook to get feeder to ground
Big bear! My cats were impressed. I live in the Foothills of the Blueridge Mountains, and yes bear are here. I live in a valley, see a lot of wildlife.
Today's good mood brought to you by a lot of coffee!!!
Farmgirl in SC
Farmgirl #8548
FGOTM April 2023 |
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
6910 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
6910 Posts |
Posted - Jun 03 2024 : 08:34:05 AM
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Tara, I'm with your cats, I'm impressed too. The largest critter that crosses my back yard is a fat opossum.
Hugs, Sara "FarmGirl Sister" #6034 Aug 2014
FGOTM Sept 2015 - Feb 2019 - Oct 2023
Lord put your arm around my shoulders & your hand over my mouth.
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lovecatsandsunshine
True Blue Farmgirl
270 Posts
Tara
Sands of Time
SC
USA
270 Posts |
Posted - Jun 03 2024 : 09:45:49 AM
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He is a big guy! I've never seen a bear this close.
He huffed as he walked into woods. I've heard that noise before when I'm out and about on our property. I carry pepper spray
Today's good mood brought to you by a lot of coffee!!!
Farmgirl in SC
Farmgirl #8548
FGOTM April 2023 |
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StitchinWitch
True Blue Farmgirl
2240 Posts
Judith
Galt
CA
USA
2240 Posts |
Posted - Jun 03 2024 : 11:30:23 AM
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I'm glad you carry pepper spray. I'd be afraid to leave the house. I'm in town so our biggest visitors are raccoons.
Judith
7932 FGOTM 6/21
I'm old and I do wear purple |
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lovecatsandsunshine
True Blue Farmgirl
270 Posts
Tara
Sands of Time
SC
USA
270 Posts |
Posted - Jun 08 2024 : 11:28:46 AM
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Today's harvest. Purple fingerling potatoes. A few will be steamed, mashed with butter, cream cheese and almond milk. I grew in two 10 gal bags
Today's good mood brought to you by a lot of coffee!!!
Farmgirl in SC
Farmgirl #8548
FGOTM April 2023 |
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VegiChik
True Blue Farmgirl
111 Posts
Sharon L
Gaylord
MI
USA
111 Posts |
Posted - Jun 09 2024 : 04:37:50 AM
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New potatoes are SO yummy. And purple means they are antioxidant-rich! Enjoy!
When asked “How are you?”, I reply, “Better than good!” |
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lovecatsandsunshine
True Blue Farmgirl
270 Posts
Tara
Sands of Time
SC
USA
270 Posts |
Posted - Jun 11 2024 : 10:25:23 AM
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Baby wrens flew away yesterday. Now the flower basket can be put back up.
Today's good mood brought to you by a lot of coffee!!!
Farmgirl in SC
Farmgirl #8548
FGOTM April 2023 |
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StitchinWitch
True Blue Farmgirl
2240 Posts
Judith
Galt
CA
USA
2240 Posts |
Posted - Jun 11 2024 : 11:10:00 AM
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They grow up so fast
Judith
7932 FGOTM 6/21
I'm old and I do wear purple |
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6589 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6589 Posts |
Posted - Jun 12 2024 : 10:13:25 AM
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Life on your farm looks very busy and full these summer days!! And the local birds and bees have been enjoying your garden area as well. Great fun!!
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015
FGOTM- October 2018 |
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
6922 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
6922 Posts |
Posted - Jun 12 2024 : 12:55:57 PM
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Tara, that bear is a neat but scary surprise. I would love to leave closer to wildlife venturing into my yard, but I would rather see the bear on the camera lol!
Krista |
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lovecatsandsunshine
True Blue Farmgirl
270 Posts
Tara
Sands of Time
SC
USA
270 Posts |
Posted - Jun 12 2024 : 5:01:10 PM
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Krista,
He was close to the house. I think it's wonderful to have a lot of wildlife.
Today's good mood brought to you by a lot of coffee!!!
Farmgirl in SC
Farmgirl #8548
FGOTM April 2023 |
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