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| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Jun 02 2019 : 5:50:44 PM
Happy 4th of July my Farmgirl Sisters. Here are your partners.
Lori - Marilyn
Laurie - Connie
Debi - Angela
Blessed in Colorado - Kelly
Winnie - Denise
Marcy - Linda
Diana - Blessed in Colorado
I have two partners, there was an odd number. I put everyone’s name in a basket and we drew names I do not mind having two hearts. As I get to make two Farmgirls happy.
Let the fun begin, I am so excited!
Remember to put your package in the mail so your partner I’ll get it in time for the 4th.
I sure hope I am not stepping on any ones toes but...Fourth of July is a one of my most favorites holiday. I love the Red, White and Blue!
This has always been my favorite swap and I hostessed it for a few years. But, it has been awhile since I have been the hostess. So here I am!
I start decorating now so our home is all red, white and blue by flag day. And flags, well don’t get me started they will be everywhere by flag day, inside and out.
So, I thought let’s do a 4th if July Swap.
No rules except let’s have lots of fun and lots of red, white and blue in your swap packages.
Sign ups until June 15th, partners assigned June 16th, mail out in time for your partners 4h of July celebration!
What does everyone do to celebrate the 4h of July?
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Colorado
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the ocean.” Lord Byron”
Women are Angels, and
when someone breaks our wings we simply continue to fly on our Broomsticks. We’re flexible like that.
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| 25 L A T E S T R E P L I E S (Newest First) |
| ladypony76 |
Posted - Jul 13 2019 : 3:05:26 PM
hope you liked your package Debi we have been really busy here so sorry for taking so to get back online
Farmgirl Hugs,
Angela #6681
Farmgirl Farming on Faith! |
| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Jul 04 2019 : 7:32:13 PM
Love ya Denise.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Colorado
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the ocean.” Lord Byron”
Women are Angels, and
when someone breaks our wings we simply continue to fly on our Broomsticks. We’re flexible like that.
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| levisgrammy |
Posted - Jul 04 2019 : 5:51:56 PM
You look so adorable in your red, white and blue Debbie!
JT and I just hung out at home. Went and got our blueberries and peaches. Listening to the fireworks from the high school going off. You are a wonderful hostess!
~Denise
Sister #43~1/18/2007
"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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| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Jul 04 2019 : 2:11:57 PM
Here I am your Hostess. Happy 4th of July!
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Colorado
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the ocean.” Lord Byron”
Women are Angels, and
when someone breaks our wings we simply continue to fly on our Broomsticks. We’re flexible like that.
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| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Jul 04 2019 : 06:44:57 AM
 Happy 4th of July my Beautiful and Sweet Farmgirl Sisters. Let me again say Thank you for joining the swap and making it so darn fun, y’all are Great!
I hope y’all have a fun filled day with your Family and Friends. I love this wonderful Country of ours, America! Let us not forget the men and women who fought and died for us and our country and those who are still fighting. And of course their families!
I love this swap and hope to do it again next year and I will enjoy the day with my family as well, I am so thankful and Blessed!
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Colorado
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the ocean.” Lord Byron”
Women are Angels, and
when someone breaks our wings we simply continue to fly on our Broomsticks. We’re flexible like that.
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| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Jul 03 2019 : 4:29:00 PM
To Honor SFC Robbins and to Support his Wife Victoria and 6 Month Old Son Elliott.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Colorado
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the ocean.” Lord Byron”
Women are Angels, and
when someone breaks our wings we simply continue to fly on our Broomsticks. We’re flexible like that.
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| Simple Living |
Posted - Jul 03 2019 : 07:53:57 AM
So sad to hear the news. It's heartbreaking for all especially the family and ones who loved him. Prayers for all.
Put your hair up in a bun, drink some coffee and handle it.
Cards by Joan Creations on FB
Farmgirl #3842 |
| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Jul 03 2019 : 06:05:22 AM
It is the day before 4th of I hope by now everyone has received their 4th of July packages. If not let me know please.
It has rained most everyday so I have not been able to finish putting the rest of my banners and flags out. I enjoy doing it slowly up to the red, white and blue day!
Thank nail tomorrow.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Colorado
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the ocean.” Lord Byron”
Women are Angels, and
when someone breaks our wings we simply continue to fly on our Broomsticks. We’re flexible like that.
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| quiltee |
Posted - Jul 02 2019 : 5:48:38 PM
We are so sorry to hear about the death of any soldier, but especially when they hit close to home. I know your town will honor him, as he should be honored - the flags are a great idea. We are free because of these heroes.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015 and 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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| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Jul 02 2019 : 12:04:51 PM
    Thank you Sara and Dianna.
Dianna, we live within an hour of 5 military installations so we seem to lose a lot of soldiers. The 3 soldiers we just lost were all 3 from Ft. Carson, but CO was not their hometowns I do not believe. Elliott and his family just happened to make their home in our little community. And we are so Blessed to have them and they own our favorite little coffee shop. It is just so sad. And every single time I hear another one of our special soldiers has lost their life in Afghanistan I take pause and say a prayer for my Farmgirl Sister and her hubby to keep him safe and bring him back home safely to his family waiting with open arms for him.
Being a retired military wife and having been through a war and my heart stopping every time my phone rang or the doorbell, I understand and this is the reason why I love our country and our flag. I do what I do to honor all our soldiers past and present. And this is why I have my permanent Hero Wall in my living room to honor them all. Now look here my eyes are leaking so I have to stop, so here is a picture of my Hero Wall. My Dear Sweet Friend Lori ( My Hero) who lost her battle to breast cancer this past May is my lastest addition to my wall. As well as my girlfriends Son Jeremy (My Hero) not yet 21 who also died in Afghanistan a few years ago. And one of my best friends husband David also My Hero all gave their lives for my freedom. They are the reason I am so patriotic and love my freedom because of them and others all My Hero’s. I do not know any other way to honor them and to let their families know I feel their pain as I feel it with them.
Dianna, enjoy Danny and hold him tight, tell him for me thank you and he too is a Hero.
So today is hard for me to yet lose another one if our own, I am so sad and teary eyed.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Colorado
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the ocean.” Lord Byron”
Women are Angels, and
when someone breaks our wings we simply continue to fly on our Broomsticks. We’re flexible like that.
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| suny58 |
Posted - Jul 02 2019 : 11:14:20 AM
Oh Debbie, I'm so sorry!!! Danny told me what happened but I dod not know one of them was a hero among your community!! My heart has gone out to the families but now extended to the communities in which they and their families reside. Living here at Ft. Rucker we've had our share of casualties and it always amazes me how close our community is but even more when it hits home. Much love and
heartfelt prayers!!!
Farmgirl #7103
FGOTM January 2018
Dianna
"Blessed are they that see beautiful things in humble places, where other people see nothing." Pissarro |
| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Jul 02 2019 : 10:43:47 AM
  Something I need to share:
It is with sadness and a broken heart that I share this sad news with my Farmgirl Sisters. We have lost a soldier in Our little community of Florissant, CO, Sgt. 1st Class Elliott Robbins. Our family along with the rest of our community will be putting out flags around their business and along Hwy. 24 the road in and out of Florissant. We Please keep his family in your prayers. Thank you.
RIP Sgt. Robbins, thank you for your sacrifice and service to our country and our freedom. Job well done Sir:-(
Hi everyone,
Some of you may have heard on the news that we lost three soldiers this week in Afghanistan. While we mourn all those who have served and paid the ultimate price for our country - one hit us much more close to home.
Elliott J. Robbins and his wife, Victoria are the new, young owners of Costello's Coffee Shop, in Florissant, at the junction of Teller 1 and 24. Elliott was the gracious smiling face that greeted you there, and was always excited and humbled by everyone's patronage. Elliott often shared their hopes and dreams of building the Coffee Shop's business. They had lots of plans - now all cut short.
Elliott was one of the soldiers reported killed on June 30th. Heartbreakingly, he was only three weeks from coming home he and Victoria had just had their first son, Elliott,Jr., just a few weeks before this deployment began. Elliott Jr. will be growing up without knowing his daddy.
Costello's is closed now, understandably, but there is a note on the door that says they plan to open the morning of July 4th. Several of us old military types thought it would be a fitting tribute if they opened their doors to a flood of American flags placed in the borders around the Coffee House by our community, as a show of support. If any of you, would like to help us in this effort, break out your flags and feel free to join us and pass the word. I am sure Victoria and little Elliott are going to need all the love our community can show them.
I guess, there may be some who may not share this sentiment for one reason or another. That is certainly your right. But please save that for some other time and just know there is a young, grieving widow that desperately needs our support right now. I hope we can join together as a community and honor Elliott's memory and encourage his family in this small way. To us, showing support for a young widow who has given everything for our country, is one of the most fitting ways we can think of to mark the real meaning of the Fourth of July.
If you agree, grab a flag or two and plant them outside Costello's before they open in the morning on the Fourth (in the borders - not blocking the parking lot. ) Let's flood the place with love and support!
We also hope to place a basket inside for cards for Vicky and little Elliott.
Here is a link for more information on Elliott and his distinguished service to our country : https://www.military.com/daily-news/2019/07/01/army-identifies-third-soldier-killed-afghanistan-recent-days.
Thanks,
Dane and Annemarie Egli, Sandi Boehr
Army Identifies Third Soldier Killed in Afghanistan in Recent Days
https://www.military.com/daily-news/2019/07/01/army-identifies-third-soldier-killed-afghanistan-recent-days.html
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Colorado
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the ocean.” Lord Byron”
Women are Angels, and
when someone breaks our wings we simply continue to fly on our Broomsticks. We’re flexible like that.
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| laurzgot |
Posted - Jul 01 2019 : 8:01:11 PM
Debbie, Such a wonderful swap and love what everyone got. Thanks so much for hosting this swap. Thinking of what I can do for next year. GOD BLESS AMERICA Have a wonderful 4th of July and stay safe.
Hugs,
Laurie
Country girl at heart
"Smile and be yourself everyday."
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| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Jul 01 2019 : 7:43:17 PM
We have only 3 days until 4th of July, I can not wait. I bought 20 more flags today.
Goodnight my sweet Farmgirl Sisters.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Colorado
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the ocean.” Lord Byron”
Women are Angels, and
when someone breaks our wings we simply continue to fly on our Broomsticks. We’re flexible like that.
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| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Jul 01 2019 : 06:33:31 AM
Lori, please thank your sons and family for your service. It means so much.
I am happy every one is having fun.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Colorado
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the ocean.” Lord Byron”
Women are Angels, and
when someone breaks our wings we simply continue to fly on our Broomsticks. We’re flexible like that.
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| edlund33 |
Posted - Jun 30 2019 : 10:38:14 PM
Hi Lori I'm glad you liked the bracelet! Not sure if you realized that was your mail art treat for July ....but it would certainly have fit in here too!
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 |
| loribeck |
Posted - Jun 30 2019 : 6:08:22 PM
I just want to say that this 4th of July swap was awesome. I had so much fun picking out things to send and thinking about what a wonderful holiday it truly is. I am very patriotic and have a deep love for my country. Both of my sons served in the Army and went to the war in Iraq. There is a lot of meaning to Independence Day.
Lori Beck |
| loribeck |
Posted - Jun 30 2019 : 6:05:36 PM
Marilyn I am so glad you liked what I sent you. Thank you for the bracelet. I love it. I loved everything you sent. It was so sweet. Hope you have a wonderful July 4th.
Lori Beck |
| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Jun 30 2019 : 1:32:09 PM
Dianna, I picked up your package today from the mailbox. Wow, it was like Christmas, Thank you so very much for everything. I especially like the he homemade treasures. I am so happy Danny will be home in a few days and you will be a family again. Enjoy, have fun and treasure each moment.
Thank you again for all the beautiful gifts and being my partner.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Colorado
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the ocean.” Lord Byron”
Women are Angels, and
when someone breaks our wings we simply continue to fly on our Broomsticks. We’re flexible like that.
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| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Jun 29 2019 : 3:16:51 PM
quote:
Originally posted by Blessed in Colorado
Yes, surprise Winnie I picked two names out of my Fourth of July hat. I am so happy you were surprised and like your goodies.
Congratulations Debi and Winnie. How I wish I could have sent each of you a package of Fourth if July Goodies.
Thank you all my Farmgirl Sisters for making this swap so special and fun. Y’all are the Best!
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Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Colorado
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the ocean.” Lord Byron”
Women are Angels, and
when someone breaks our wings we simply continue to fly on our Broomsticks. We’re flexible like that.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Colorado
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the ocean.” Lord Byron”
Women are Angels, and
when someone breaks our wings we simply continue to fly on our Broomsticks. We’re flexible like that.
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| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Jun 29 2019 : 3:15:10 PM
Yes, surprise Winnie I picked two names out of my Fourth of July hat. I am so happy you were surprised and like your goodies.
Congratulations Debi and Winnie.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Colorado
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the ocean.” Lord Byron”
Women are Angels, and
when someone breaks our wings we simply continue to fly on our Broomsticks. We’re flexible like that.
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| Red Tractor Girl |
Posted - Jun 29 2019 : 11:05:46 AM
Oh my, a surprise Farmgirl package arrived full of wonderful red/white/and blue goodies!! Thank-you Debbie so much!!! It made my day extra fun. Thank-you , Debbie, for hosting this wonderful swap again this year. It has been fun sharing photos and seeing the many creative swaps!!
I hope everyone has a wonderful Fourth of July!!
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015
FGOTM- October 2018 |
| edlund33 |
Posted - Jun 29 2019 : 09:31:15 AM
Lori....my goodness gracious! Thank you so much for the fabulous stash of patriotic goodies! I love the stickers, magnets, hat and stars banner and the little photo frame of the vintage girl with star spangled banner music! My dad already has all of the little stretch bracelets stacked on his drink glass...it makes it easier for him to grasp by himself and he is all about independence! We will have lots of fun decorating with this stuff today! Thanks for a great swap....this was so fun!
I wish you all a Happy 4th of July! How about a big round of applause to Debbie for hosting this swap?!
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 |
| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Jun 29 2019 : 07:40:48 AM
I am so happy you received your little surprise package, your name was one of the names I pulled out of my 4th if July hat. Enjoy.
Happy Weekend before 4th if July Farmgirl Sisters.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Colorado
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the ocean.” Lord Byron”
Women are Angels, and
when someone breaks our wings we simply continue to fly on our Broomsticks. We’re flexible like that.
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| Debi Carr |
Posted - Jun 28 2019 : 5:16:53 PM
O my goodness Debbie, what a wonderful surprise ! Thank you so very much !
Farmgirl Hugs,
Debi #1983
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