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| ceejay48 |
Posted - Jul 16 2019 : 7:51:49 PM
Ten years ago on July 17, 2009 I decided I wanted to become an official member of the Mary Janes Farm Sisterhood. It’s hard to believe that it’s been TEN years but it has been one of the most wonderful decades of my life, full of fun, laughter, lessons, friends and more friends. . . experiences beyond compare.
I would not have traded these years for anything in the world as my life has been enriched beyond my wildest dreams and I have been blessed time and time again. I have had the exquisite pleasure of actually meeting many of the farmgirls and spending some of the most precious time with them.
I thought I would share just a few photos and captions from these TEN years . . . just for fun!
~I was TOTALLY humbled and honored at being chosen "FARMGIRL SISTER of the YEAR: 2010
~I was further honored with being selected as Farmgirl Sister of the Month on three different occasions.
~Mother Hen for the Farmgirls Southwest Henhouse for several years, a great privilege.
~I've been a "farmgirl plowin' through" and earned 326 merit badges. Some of them I'll never attain, some others I will . . still working on a few.
~My daughter, Robin, also joined the Sisterhood and we enjoyed being involved together. And, my sweet doggie, Bramble was also part of our farmgirl shenanigans.
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~On a road trip in June/July 2011 we meet several farmgirls in Wyoming and Idaho. My daughter (far left) and I had the wonderful privilege of staying at Mary Jane's Outpost B&B where me met Mary Jane, her daughter Meg (on the far right).
~While at the B&B we were treated in high style to a Farmgirl Tea Party where we met some of the Farm staff and several more farmgirls. What a FUN, GRAND time we had.
~Sporting my "Certified Farmgirl" apron while cooking at one of our glamping activities.
Mary Jane's B&B inspired us to do our own glamping "thing" with an EZ-Up canopy and a nice tent with a porch.
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~Dressing up for dinner out while glamping with my daughter in Arizona, March 2011
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~My Australian cattle dog, Bramble, was the VERY BEST glamping dog ever. She had her own chair, slept on my air mattress with me, was a friendly dog and just enjoyed glamping with us. Sadly, I lost her in May of 2018 to bone cancer. She was 14 1/2 years old and I MISS HER SOOOOOO VERY MUCH!!
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~On another glamping road trip Robin and I took from Arizona, into Utah, Montana, Idaho and Washington we, once again, had the extraordinary privilege of meeting Mary Jane and Meg at the Farm store in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. She is graciously autographing ALL my books for me!
~There were some other farmgirls with us and we enjoyed a light snack around the table in the Farm Store . . . and a LOT of fun and laughter!
Our glamping tent . . inspired by Mary Jane! Trimmed in lace and all dolled up inside!
Then I bought a cute little trailer, a 1971 Sprite, 10 foot long that we named the "Reiver's Rest". She is Scottish/shabby chic/cottage style and the talk of every campground we've had her in!
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Things have changed a lot for me over this decade. My hair is shorter with more "arctic blonde". Because of health struggles I've had to slow down, re-evaluate and adjust to a "new normal". But I'm still a farmgirl, always will be and will always nurture that in my heart, my soul, my mind and my lifestyle.
THANK YOU, SO MUCH, for being a part of this journey with me and for letting me share.
MANY FARMGIRL HUGS and BEST WISHES TO YOU ALL!
CJ
P.S. This photos and comments only BARELY SCRATCH the surface of the experience. It would take volumes for me to share everything!!! 
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
my aprons - http://www.facebook.com/FarmFreshAprons
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
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| ceejay48 |
Posted - Aug 21 2019 : 6:36:55 PM
Nicole and Denise . . . THANK YOU BOTH!!
You two have also been treasured farmgirl friends to me!
LOVE and HUGS!!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
my aprons - http://www.facebook.com/FarmFreshAprons
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
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| levisgrammy |
Posted - Aug 21 2019 : 5:59:41 PM
CJ, congratulations! It is awesome and you have had some wonderful experiences with many more to come I'm sure!
I was introduced to Mary Jane by a farm girl friend's blog. She had posted about the site and I became a member 12 yrs ago last January. It has been awesome getting to know other farm girls and being chosen FGOTM twice in those years.
I love everything about being a farm girl and have enjoyed getting some my badges done too.
I have really been encouraged by so many here.
~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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| texdane |
Posted - Aug 21 2019 : 05:42:25 AM
Congratulations, CeeJay! Oh My! I am right behind you - one more year for me. I am so glad we met through MJF. You are one of the nicest, truest people I have ever met. You are the epitome of what it means to be a farmgirl. Love you!
Farmgirl Hugs,
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
Suburban Farmgirl Blogger
Chapter Leader, CT Simpler Life Sisters
Farmgirl of the Month, Jan. 2013
Suburban Farmgirl Blog
http://sfgblog.maryjanesfarm.org/
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| ceejay48 |
Posted - Jul 24 2019 : 3:34:54 PM
Thank you Jennifer! WELCOME to the CONNECTION!!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
my aprons - http://www.facebook.com/FarmFreshAprons
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
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| sabrinafaire |
Posted - Jul 24 2019 : 05:06:24 AM
What a lovely anniversary! I love all the pictures - sweet Bramble in the chair teared me up! And that tent is just the sweetest thing. Here's to another 10 years! |
| ceejay48 |
Posted - Jul 22 2019 : 4:54:06 PM
Posted to wrong thread...
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| ceejay48 |
Posted - Jul 22 2019 : 4:47:00 PM
Thank you Vicki! WELCOME to the Sisterhood!!
Dianna . . . don't you just LOVE the farmgirl spirit! I SURE DO!!
Karla, you have been one blessing of a farmgirl sister to me! THANK YOU SO MUCH!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
my aprons - http://www.facebook.com/FarmFreshAprons
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
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| hoosiercountry |
Posted - Jul 22 2019 : 11:34:43 AM
Congratulations on ten years Cee Jay. I remember being new here and just reading different post, and you always stuck out to me, always up lifting, positive, and encouragement in your words. I remember when that little voice spoke to me about giving you a some type of camper thing, sorry can't recall what is was, but I know it went with you and Robin glamping. What a journey I have had with you, sharing pictures of your glamping with Robin, and Bramble. I treasure your aprons, you made them just like the ones Grandma always wore. The pictures of your longhorns, I love those cows, never have owned any but it's on my bucket list, even named it Summer Cheyenne. Being part of your hen house. You have given me more than you can ever know. So glad we are farm girl sisters. We (farm girl sisters) all are going to enjoy sharing with you the next 10+ years, God willing and the creeks don't rise, with you my dear friend.
Many hugs and much love Karla
FGOM March 2018
I dusted once, it came back. I'm not falling for that again. |
| suny58 |
Posted - Jul 21 2019 : 4:58:54 PM
Wow, the amazing encouragement and support around 'here' is so beautiful! CJ I loved the pictures you shared as well and congratulations on 10 beautiful heartwarming years with MJ! Keep the joy in your soul and praying for continued healing and another blessed 10 years!!
Farmgirl #7103
FGOTM January 2018
Dianna
"Blessed are they that see beautiful things in humble places, where other people see nothing." Pissarro |
| Krissel |
Posted - Jul 20 2019 : 7:08:24 PM
As a newbie I am inspired and thrilled by your posts! Happy Anniversary to you and the farm girl in you! This was a wonderful read and I hope to hear from you soon. God Bless you!
Farmgirl#7588 Fishgirl Farm Chapter member.
Laughter makes the heart strong! |
| ceejay48 |
Posted - Jul 20 2019 : 6:59:38 PM
THANK YOU ALL YOU FARMGIRLS for you kind words and comments! I appreciate them . . . and YOU so much!
I'm looking forward to this next year and what it will bring for me. I'm not so sure about ten more years!
THANK YOU AGAIN!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
my aprons - http://www.facebook.com/FarmFreshAprons
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
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| Dreamer42 |
Posted - Jul 18 2019 : 12:54:50 PM
Time flies when you're having fun! Thank you, CJ, for sharing such wonderful and heartwarming stories and pictures with all of us! I've only been with MFJ 2/3 years, but have already felt the warmth and glow in my short time here and love it. Sharing moments, stories, swaps and just heartfelt love and friendship with like minded women is so fulfilling! Your last ten years sounds like they have just infused your heart and soul beyond belief! What a gift!
Dreamer42
Farmgirl Sister #7038 |
| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Jul 18 2019 : 08:46:03 AM
Congratulations Diana, wow, 11 years that’s wonderful!
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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| ceejay48 |
Posted - Jul 18 2019 : 07:01:50 AM
Diana . . . and it has been such a treasured experience to meet you and stay in your home, sleeping under your BEAUTIFUL quilts, on TWO separate road trips! Would be wonderful to do it again!
I think you joined in 2008 which would make it eleven years for you! WOW! I looked at the members to see because your of your sister number. Mine is 665. Anyway, CONGRATULATIONS to you too!
HUGS!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
my aprons - http://www.facebook.com/FarmFreshAprons
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
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| gramadinah |
Posted - Jul 18 2019 : 05:44:57 AM
CJ,I have been her 10 years also.WE joined one day apart and I haven't had a day where I don't check in.This site was a real boost for me I need something like this and it has gotten me thru so much.
Here's to 10 more.
Diana
Farmgirl Sister #273 |
| ddmashayekhi |
Posted - Jul 18 2019 : 04:41:19 AM
Beautiful pictures and memories Cee-Jay. Thanks for being with us for the past ten years. MaryJane and Meg are two wonderful ladies, I met them years ago at a book signing and was very touched by their graciousness.
Enjoy your next ten year journey here. I look forward to seeing more pictures!
Dawn in IL
Though we travel the world over to find the beautiful, we must carry it with us or we find it not.
R.W. Emerson |
| loribeck |
Posted - Jul 17 2019 : 7:18:20 PM
Congratulations, C.J. on 10 years as a farmgirl sister. I just loved the pictures. I joined not long ago so I am still new to so many things yet. What a journey you have had. Thank you so much for sharing. I would love to meet Mary Jane someday. It would be fun to spend some time at her B&B. It looks like you love to glamp, too. What fun. Can't wait to see more pictures posted.
Lori Beck |
| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Jul 17 2019 : 3:59:11 PM
Congratulations Linda on your 10 days with MaryJanes.
Those are the pictures I was looking for CJ, I love them! Thank you so much.
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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| Killarney |
Posted - Jul 17 2019 : 1:42:07 PM
Happy 10 year Farmgirl- A -versary!
Hugs! Connie |
| ceejay48 |
Posted - Jul 17 2019 : 1:13:50 PM
THANK YOU PEGGY! Getting to know you has been such a treat!
I didn't think much about the anniversary either until I got a notice from Brian reminded me my membership needed to be renewed. So, that's when I figured it out.
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
my aprons - http://www.facebook.com/FarmFreshAprons
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
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| quiltee |
Posted - Jul 17 2019 : 12:28:37 PM
Thanks, CJ. Sounds like a lot of us joined in 2009. Must have been a great year for farmgirls.
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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| LadyInRed |
Posted - Jul 17 2019 : 12:27:06 PM
I was posting while you were CJ...go back and read what I wrote. I'm so Proud just to know YOU!
Hugs and Love,
Peggy
Farmgirl #1326
Member since Feb. 2010
Dec 2011-Farmgirl of the Month
Aug 2018-Farmgirl of the Month
LOVE YOU TO THE BEACH AND BACK!
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| ceejay48 |
Posted - Jul 17 2019 : 12:22:18 PM
My GREATEST JOY is being able to share all these farmgirl experiences with my one and only daughter, Robin.
I made license plate "slice" signs with our Sisterhood numbers on them for us to use whenever and wherever.
Here we hung them on our chairs while tent glamping in Flagstaff, Arizona in September 2012
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
my aprons - http://www.facebook.com/FarmFreshAprons
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
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| ceejay48 |
Posted - Jul 17 2019 : 12:16:44 PM
Found some pics of times spent with "BlessedinColorado" . . Debbie Fischer
Debbie and Marilyn Raber came to visit me in April of 2012. Our llama, Rocky, was giving Debbie a kiss. We lost him to a mountain lion the summer of 2013. He was quite the fellow!!
Robin and I visited Debbie at her house near Colorado Springs, in June of 2012, on our way to work as crew members in the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer . . . . . a 2 1/2 day event near Breckenridge, Colorado.
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
my aprons - http://www.facebook.com/FarmFreshAprons
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
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| LadyInRed |
Posted - Jul 17 2019 : 12:15:56 PM
CJ...CONGRATS ON YOUR 10 YEAR "FARMASISTRY"...How do you like that for a new coined word?LOL
I think you and Robin have just gone out of your way to make MJF Glamping and traveling so FUN for yourselves and getting to know
different Farmsisters All over the States. You have made it Special because YOU are so Special.
All of us who have been Farm Sisters for any length of time...have been Blessed just by knowing
you...even if we have not had the privilege of meeting you in person. And Bramble and Bill have
become part of The Farmgirl Family too. I am so Happy that you have made the Last 10 yrs of
your Journey such a Memorable One and we thank you for letting us share in it...in some small
way. WE ALL LOVE YOU FARM SISTER!!!
I will be celebrating my 10 years next February (I don't usually think about it) but I am with you...there are just
so many wonderful relationships and blessings that have come out of being part of MaryJane's
Farmgirls. It has been life changing!! In The Best of WAYS!!! May we all continue to enjoy it for many more years to come!!! 
Love, Joy and Hugs,
Peggy
Farmgirl #1326
Member since Feb. 2010
Dec 2011-Farmgirl of the Month
Aug 2018-Farmgirl of the Month
LOVE YOU TO THE BEACH AND BACK!
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