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Across the Fence:  A Little Bit of Ironing…  |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
 Posted - Sep 07 2023 : 09:39:04 AM
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I did a little bit of ironing this morning… and as I was ironing my linens, I pondered over dinner.
We had friends over for dinner, I made a good old fashioned German meal… Rouladen, Spätzle, potato salad and beets… and a lovely Malbec wine from Argentina.
I decided to go full out fancy, Silverware, my mother’s Wedgewood china, Crystal wine glasses and yes, linen table cloth and linen napkins…
There is something special about about ironing… as I ironed the linen napkins I thought about our myriad of different topics we talked about., the laughter and the hugs and insisting they take home a bowl of Tomatoes from my crazy tomato plant..
I need to iron more often, to reminisce happy moments.
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>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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nndairy
True Blue Farmgirl
3140 Posts
Heather
Wapakoneta
Ohio
USA
3140 Posts |
Posted - Sep 07 2023 : 09:47:54 AM
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Sounds like a wonderful meal! Isn't it funny how "chores" can cause us to slow down and appreciate all our blessings if we remember to look at it that way? Whenever I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed with housework I remind myself to be thankful that I have clothes to wash, food to dirty dishes, and a wonderful man to sweep up after LOL!
~Heather
Farmgirl Sister #4701
September 2014 Farmgirl of the Month
"The purpose of life is to enjoy every moment" - Yogi teabag
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Sep 07 2023 : 10:00:06 AM
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Oh Heather, so true!
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Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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Wanda Sue
True Blue Farmgirl
1256 Posts
Wanda
Murrells Inlet
SC
USA
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Posted - Sep 07 2023 : 10:10:24 AM
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So very true Grace and Heather.
A day hemmed in prayer is less likely to unravel.
Farm Girl #3677
FGOTM August 2022 |
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9441 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
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Posted - Sep 07 2023 : 11:17:07 AM
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Wonderful Grace and so true Heather.
~Denise
Sister #43~1/18/2007
"I am a bookaholic and I have no desire to be cured."
"Home is where we find comfort, security, memories, friendship, hospitality, and above all, family. It is the place that deserves our commitment and loyalty." William J. Bennett
"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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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6663 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
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Posted - Sep 07 2023 : 11:55:56 AM
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Grace, I am intrigued by that iron you were using! I have never seen one like it before and it looks perfect for ironing small items like linens. Your dinner sounded delicious and truly a German delight! I am sure your friends enjoyed it.
Heather, I need to take on your thoughts on how chores equate blessings. I have never put those two together!! LOL!!!
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015
FGOTM- October 2018 |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Sep 07 2023 : 2:06:40 PM
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Winnie,,
it's an old Sunbeam, probably from the 1960-70's.. It has the old fabric covered cord and the old small style plug.
I found it at a Thrift about 10+ years ago and just love it.. small enough for quick touch ups , small sewing projects and Hankies.
Also luv my wool felt ironing pad...
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Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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Edited by - katmom on Sep 07 2023 2:07:31 PM |
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Dreamer42
True Blue Farmgirl
2694 Posts
April
Central
Oregon
USA
2694 Posts |
Posted - Sep 08 2023 : 09:51:44 AM
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Heather and Grace, I share the same sentiments and I try to get my boys to think that way too, when they are complaining about chores or what ever. There is always something to be grateful for. XO
Dreamer42
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Sep 10 2023 : 10:01:45 AM
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April, I so agree… Always something to be grateful for..
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Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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nndairy
True Blue Farmgirl
3140 Posts
Heather
Wapakoneta
Ohio
USA
3140 Posts |
Posted - Sep 10 2023 : 6:22:27 PM
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April, I think with your example they'll get it one day. I didn't always feel this way LOL!
~Heather
Farmgirl Sister #4701
September 2014 Farmgirl of the Month
"The purpose of life is to enjoy every moment" - Yogi teabag
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
7248 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
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Posted - Sep 11 2023 : 12:14:10 PM
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Grace, those are such wonderful memories to have. I find myself doing the same sometimes. Other times I am just repeating my mental list over and over lol!
Heather, that is so very true. I need to make sure I think like that more often. In my crazy chaos I tend to get overwhelmed and forget that one day I won't have kids to clean up after or a minimum of 6 plates to wash after just dinner! There really are many blessings that we tend to overlook.
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Jokamartell
True Blue Farmgirl
1627 Posts
Karen
Kennewick
WA
USA
1627 Posts |
Posted - Sep 11 2023 : 12:35:10 PM
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I love this Grace! We celebrated my oldest daughters birthday yesterday. It was wonderful to be with family. :) I too love the basic chores and fussing over the details.love the iron! :)
Karen :)
To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha |
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criley
True Blue Farmgirl
85 Posts
Connie
Eldon
MO
USA
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Posted - Sep 11 2023 : 10:03:36 PM
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I love ironing. It is one of those chores where I can solve the world's problems and still make something all rumbled look crisp and beautiful again. Another chore I love, for the same reason, is polishing silver.
Coni
Farmgirl Sister #4938
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Sep 11 2023 : 10:37:51 PM
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Oh Connnie, if you lived closer,,, I would drop my silverware off at your house for polishing! heeheehee!
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Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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Killarney
True Blue Farmgirl
5368 Posts
Connie
Arlington
TN
USA
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Posted - Sep 13 2023 : 12:35:45 PM
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Your dinner sounds wonderful! And your friends will feel special with ironed napkins! I love that iron! I really don't mind ironing, under the ceiling fan in the Summer!
Connie# 3392
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Sep 13 2023 : 7:05:13 PM
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That reminds me,,, I need to launder a few table linens too!, they have been in the closet for quite some time and need to be freshened up..
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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Edited by - katmom on Sep 13 2023 7:07:59 PM |
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amomoffour
True Blue Farmgirl
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Ruth
Cañon City
CO
USA
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Posted - Sep 14 2023 : 07:02:16 AM
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Growing up in the late fifties, my mom would iron most everything. I remember watching her iron the bed sheets when I was a little girl.Sometimes, I reminisce about her and all of the joy and wonder I had with my mom.
Farmgirl # 8246
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Sep 14 2023 : 3:02:15 PM
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Ruth, I remember my mom setting up the ironing board during the 'Soap Opera hours... she would watch and iron everything from sheets to dad's handkerchiefs and everything in between..
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Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13668 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Sep 16 2023 : 9:45:16 PM
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CeeJay,, is the 'mangle' iron the one with the 'bed' and you lay the garment flat on it and then close down the top half to press?
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Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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criley
True Blue Farmgirl
85 Posts
Connie
Eldon
MO
USA
85 Posts |
Posted - Sep 20 2023 : 06:13:56 AM
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@katmom Grace,
I wish we lived closer also, for more reasons than just polishing your silver, which I would happily do. I'd love to live close to another farmgirl sister!
Coni
Farmgirl Sister #4938
Livin' the Life of Riley |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Sep 23 2023 : 5:20:31 PM
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Oh Connie, what mischief we would get into :>)
There use to be about 8 of us with in a 20min drive,,, I am the last one here,, everyone moved out of the County and some, even out of the State..
But it was fun while it lasted...
Actually, I take that back, 1 of the gals lives just down the road,, but she is no longer involved with the MJF forum, life takes a different direction.. for some...
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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Jokamartell
True Blue Farmgirl
1627 Posts
Karen
Kennewick
WA
USA
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Posted - Sep 24 2023 : 6:50:53 PM
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Grace, I’m just 2 hours away…if you find mischief, let me know!! Lol :)
Karen :)
To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Sep 24 2023 : 7:19:52 PM
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Karen,,, heeheehee!
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Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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criley
True Blue Farmgirl
85 Posts
Connie
Eldon
MO
USA
85 Posts |
Posted - Sep 26 2023 : 2:55:05 PM
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Karen and Grace, Mischief?!!!! I have a hat that says...
Coni
Farmgirl Sister #4938
Livin' the Life of Riley |
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Jokamartell
True Blue Farmgirl
1627 Posts
Karen
Kennewick
WA
USA
1627 Posts |
Posted - Sep 26 2023 : 7:31:24 PM
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Perfect!!! :)
Karen :)
To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha |
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A Little Bit of Ironing…
