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Across the Fence:  Is it just me?  |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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 Posted - Feb 27 2024 : 8:09:09 PM
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OK, is it just me? I was at the market today and bought a salt grinder of Himalayan salt. I happen to notice on the side of the bottle, there’s an expiration date…. 09/14/2026
Is it just me or does anybody find the irony in this.?. Since most salts are hundreds of years old but if you buy it in a store in a jar it has an expiration date. Ha ha ha.!
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Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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StitchinWitch
True Blue Farmgirl
2382 Posts
Judith
Galt
CA
USA
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Posted - Feb 27 2024 : 11:49:58 PM
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Amusing to be sure.
I've seen exdates on water too.
Judith
7932 FGOTM 6/21
I'm old and I do wear purple |
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9438 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9438 Posts |
Posted - Feb 28 2024 : 04:13:39 AM
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The container they are in would break down from the salt if left hundreds of years.
Judith, if the water is in a plastic jug it will eventually leak.
~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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StitchinWitch
True Blue Farmgirl
2382 Posts
Judith
Galt
CA
USA
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Posted - Feb 28 2024 : 2:24:40 PM
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In both cases it is the container that is at fault. Usually plastic. Plastic is one of my major concerns about our world. It's everywhere, littering the highways, large floating islands of it in the oceans, even in our blood. We don't seem to be able to get rid of it yet it seems to be impossible to avoid. I remember when I was growing up plastic wasn't a part of our life. I'm trying to do without it but it seems hopeless.
Wow. Sorry about changing the subject.....
Judith
7932 FGOTM 6/21
I'm old and I do wear purple |
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laurzgot
True Blue Farmgirl
1721 Posts
Laurie
Alvin
Texas
USA
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Posted - Feb 28 2024 : 2:52:29 PM
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I totally agree with you Judith. Way to much plastic. And yes growing up there wasn't any plastic. Why can't we go back to glass containers?
Hugs,
Laurie
Country girl at heart
"Smile and be yourself everyday."
Sister #8572 6/9/2023
FGOTM- July 2023
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StitchinWitch
True Blue Farmgirl
2382 Posts
Judith
Galt
CA
USA
2382 Posts |
Posted - Feb 28 2024 : 3:08:42 PM
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Glass, cans, waxed cardboard, wax paper. No more single-use plastic. Most tap water is perfectly fine to drink; if not then get a filter. Take your own bag to the store. It's not much but even a little will help.
Judith
7932 FGOTM 6/21
I'm old and I do wear purple |
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
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Posted - Feb 28 2024 : 3:40:26 PM
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I've gotten rid of all my cheap plastic containers. I still have Tupperware that I use, but leftovers go into glass containers.
Farmgirl hugs,
Linda
Terrell, TX
Farm girl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month
August 2015, April 2017 and June 2023
"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
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Posted - Mar 05 2024 : 12:12:45 PM
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Judith, that is good to know. Thanks for bringing up the issue of plastics too because I totally agree that there is way too much of it these days.
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 - Mar 05 2024 : 4:25:42 PM
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Personally, I luv using my tote bags.. I am tired of clerks putting 10 heavy items in one plastic bag so it can rip out as I am trying to put the bags in my car...
I liked the old school paper bags.. with out glued on handles... easier to position in the car unlike plastic bags that fall over..
My fabric tote bags are all well constructed and I have several of the insulated ones for cold storage.
It's no hassle to grab and go with my own bags..
Growing up in Germany,, we always brought totable sacks... fruit was wrapped in paper cone shaped sacks.. They were so ahead of us with recycling.
Both wine and beer bottles were returned.. unlike here, use one time and toss out the window... uugh!
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Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
7237 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
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Posted - Mar 06 2024 : 12:17:42 PM
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I have always had issues with plastic containers, way before I even understood anything about them. They always make my food taste weird. So for as long as I can remember I have used glass.
Grace, it sounds like the US can take some lessons from Germany. Actually, it could take many lessons from other places lol!
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9438 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9438 Posts |
Posted - Mar 06 2024 : 6:24:52 PM
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I have changed out my plastic to glass except for things I don't heat up like Tupperware. I also use parchment and silicone reusable bags to freeze in.
I don't understand how some places are getting rid of plastic bags, which is great I use paper or canvas totes, but they can sell us bread in plastic and other things all packaged in plastic.
There is so much that is plastic anymore.
~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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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Mar 08 2024 : 10:33:52 AM
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I think the next time I am at Home Goods,, I will buy a nice set of glass salt & pepper grinders.
Then I can buy my sea salt & peppercorns fresh and put into the glass containers..
I luv a good excuse to go into town and go shopping! heeheehee!
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Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22941 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22941 Posts |
Posted - Mar 23 2024 : 06:30:12 AM
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I too am getting to the point where I hate plastic everywhere. Over the last two years Nora and I have been systematically getting rid of plastic storage- including our shampoo! We use solid shampoo and conditioner on our hair and it’s never been healthier! I’m going to order in the resins and start making beeswax wrap clothes to sell in my Etsy store along with my beeswax candles! You can use those to store sandwiches or cover dishes instead of plastic film wraps
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9438 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9438 Posts |
Posted - Mar 24 2024 : 04:28:13 AM
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We use a pepper grinder. Never thought about salt. I use RealSalt so have never had to grind it. If I change to Celtic salt I may get a grinder. We like using the whole peppercorns.
~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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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9438 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9438 Posts |
Posted - Mar 24 2024 : 04:29:03 AM
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Alee,
Where do you find solid shampoo and conditioner?
~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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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22941 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22941 Posts |
Posted - Mar 24 2024 : 07:16:38 AM
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Denise- we buy it from our local health food store sometimes but we actually have a subscription setup with Kitsch. We really like their rice water shampoo and conditioner. Nora and I both have hair down past our waists (Nora’s is a bit longer than mine) so we need to have good hair care so there is less breakage. I couldn’t keep paying for the salon hair care and we decided to go plastic free after giving the solid shampoo a try!
www.mykitsch.com
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9438 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9438 Posts |
Posted - Mar 24 2024 : 11:23:29 AM
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Is there a brand or name? Thanks!
~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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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Mar 24 2024 : 7:42:03 PM
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Alee,,, long time to see!!! glad you are back on the forum... hugz
btw, how old is Nora now??
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22941 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22941 Posts |
Posted - Mar 24 2024 : 8:13:57 PM
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Denise- the brand we order it Kitsch. www.mykitsch.com
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22941 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22941 Posts |
Posted - Mar 24 2024 : 8:15:04 PM
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Grace- hi!!!! She just turned 17 on the 22nd!!! I can hardly believe it!! It feels like she was 2 years old about 2 seconds ago! My son Zack is 6!!
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9438 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9438 Posts |
Posted - Mar 25 2024 : 5:55:38 PM
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Alee, thank you! Wow I can't believe Nora is 17 already. Time sure flies by!
~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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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Mar 25 2024 : 7:54:35 PM
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Oh My Stars! 17? already? where does the time go???
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Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22941 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22941 Posts |
Posted - Mar 25 2024 : 9:53:10 PM
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Not sure Grace! But if you figure it out let me know!
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
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