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debtea2
True Blue Farmgirl
1853 Posts
deborah
nutley
nj
USA
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 Posted - Apr 09 2010 : 1:18:33 PM
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hi ladies
well the weather has changed from 90 to 56 so much for opening the pool LOL
or planting yet but its a good day because the pollen is not as high and my sinuses are good today and nice and cool to bake so i made and orange cream cake with candied oranges
and a grand marnier buttercream frosting yummy i also made us some orange spiced hot tea.
it the perfect day for it and sitting here with you all.
hugs deb
http://jerseyfarmgirl.blogspot.com/
inch by inch we find our way
jersey farmgirl
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Julia
True Blue Farmgirl
1949 Posts
Julia
Shelton
WA
USA
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knittinchick
True Blue Farmgirl
1854 Posts
Megan
Wisconsin
1854 Posts |
Posted - Apr 09 2010 : 3:22:58 PM
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Yummy, Deb! That sounds delicious!
God's Blessings,
Megan aka Loretta Rae
At heart, I am both a sassy city girl and a down-home country gal. |
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maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
6784 Posts
Hannah
Washington
USA
6784 Posts |
Posted - Apr 09 2010 : 7:14:02 PM
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Everything sounds just wonderful ladies!! I need to sit down for a little while and listen to you ladies chat. lol It's been a busy day!
Hugs,
Channah
Farmgirl sister #1219
Friendship is not something that can be bought, it is earned. |
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Annika
True Blue Farmgirl
5602 Posts
Annika
USA
5602 Posts |
Posted - Apr 09 2010 : 7:41:23 PM
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Julie, I'd love a slice of tea brack with tea of course! How are you? You know if you didn't live so far away I'd ask you to my chapter's tea and goodies gathering =)
Channah dear, what breed of goats do you have? We have Nubian and Boar, lol! actually, they are my landlords, I just feed and love on them all the time! How is Esther? How are you sweetie?
Deb~ I'm glad that this is a no calorie porch!!!!!! Yummmers!
Annika
Farmgirl & sister #13
Palouse Prairie Girls Chapter
http://palouseprairiegirls.blogspot.com/
http://prairiegirlsjournal.blogspot.com/
Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication. ~Leonardo DaVinci
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natesgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1735 Posts
angela
martinsville
indiana
USA
1735 Posts |
Posted - Apr 09 2010 : 7:53:03 PM
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I now have 28 jelly jars and 6 pint jars of light purple violet jelly cooling on my table tonight. My little martha has been dancing through the kitchen all night singing 'fower sham! fower sham!' and eating her weight in toast. It's been fun.
God - Gardening - Family - Is anything else important? |
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wellswillow
True Blue Farmgirl
159 Posts
Marcie
Branchport
New York
USA
159 Posts |
Posted - Apr 10 2010 : 06:08:56 AM
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First off, have a great weekend!!! It is so nice here on the porch, with the sun streaming in. All the talk about violet jelly, I haven't made it in years, but think I will harvest enough for a batch when the yard turns purple. One year we also made candied violets, they were yummy and great to decorate a cake.
Enjoy your day! I brought some waffles with strawberry sauce topping.
Marcie
I enjoy chatting with my friends.
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LBP
True Blue Farmgirl
81 Posts
Linda
Goodview
VA
USA
81 Posts |
Posted - Apr 10 2010 : 5:14:42 PM
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Violet jelly! YUM!! I have some homemade biscuits that I will bring if you will share some of that jelly! I have never had violet jelly! I've worked in the greenhouse and gardens most of the day and I am bushed! Please don't mind me if I dose off. Oh wait, I can't sit on the porch yet! I am 10 teenagers building a bon fire down at the lake. Gotta go make s'more's!!!
Come visit me at:
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tea_lady_tammy
True Blue Farmgirl
1485 Posts
Tammy
NE
USA
1485 Posts |
Posted - Apr 10 2010 : 5:25:03 PM
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I have been quilting this afternoon. So I am taking a rest here on the porch. Violet jelly on some scones might be a nice treat.
hugs
Tammy
Tea is like being in the stars with God.
http://breathsoffaith.blogspot.com |
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maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
6784 Posts
Hannah
Washington
USA
6784 Posts |
Posted - Apr 10 2010 : 6:31:49 PM
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Hi Tammy! What colors are your quilt? I love making quilts!
Hugs,
Channah
Farmgirl sister #1219
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natesgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1735 Posts
angela
martinsville
indiana
USA
1735 Posts |
Posted - Apr 10 2010 : 7:55:58 PM
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I am here to consider learning a new craft. I want to learn to make aprons. I have an idea for one for my gardening. Any suggestions on how to learn? Do I need a pattern? Where would I get one? I don't even know how to use a sewing machine. I'm gonna enjoy a whole wheat bagel with violet jelly and a cup of coffee and see if anyone here has any suggestions for me. Such a nice night for sittin on the porch.
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paradiseplantation
True Blue Farmgirl
1277 Posts
julie
social springs community
Louisiana
USA
1277 Posts |
Posted - Apr 11 2010 : 09:08:27 AM
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Angela -- I found some cute free patterns on the internet. Just search for free apron patterns. I looked for vintage patterns and found a few. We must be on the same wave length -- I've been thinking about learning to make them, too. My sewing skills leave a LOT to be desired, but I really want to learn, so I figure aprons can't be too complicated. Keep me posted on how yours turns out. Oh! I got your jelly recipe today, and can NOT wait to try it! I'll be sending you a recipe or two on Tuesday, when I finally get back to a net connection. All you ladies on the porch -- I just want to let you know how much I enjoy sharing this porch with you, and couldn't make it without y'all! Thanks for all your goodies. Thank goodness y'all have removed all the calories and fat grams from each dish and preserved the delicious flavors. Otherwise, I wouldn't be able to work out in my garden this week, for not having a single ounce of energy!!!!!!!!
from the hearts of paradise... |
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knittinchick
True Blue Farmgirl
1854 Posts
Megan
Wisconsin
1854 Posts |
Posted - Apr 11 2010 : 4:03:43 PM
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Angela, it's okay, I don't know how to use a sewing machine, either!
God's Blessings,
Megan aka Loretta Rae
At heart, I am both a sassy city girl and a down-home country gal. |
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1badmamawolf
True Blue Farmgirl
2199 Posts
Teresa
"Bent Fence Farms"
Ca
USA
2199 Posts |
Posted - Apr 11 2010 : 4:19:59 PM
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Well, no one would want to sit on my porch today. The wind is blowing 35-45 mph, with 60 +mph gusts. I have so much dirt on my porch, I could grow a bumper crop of potatos,lol. We are supposed to have rain sometime tonight and tomorrow, so please keep you fingers crossed we do, cause this dry wind is playing hell on my flowers, plus I'm looseing alot of blossoms off my fruit trees, sigh............
"Treat the earth well, it was not given to you by your parents, it was loaned to you by your children" |
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natesgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1735 Posts
angela
martinsville
indiana
USA
1735 Posts |
Posted - Apr 11 2010 : 4:27:51 PM
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I'll be prayin you get rain. You pray I don't. I need to do some gardening tomorrow and I'm hopin it won't be muddy. I'm gonna sit here and read my sewin machine manual and eat more easter candy. Anybody want a rasberry 3 musketeers?
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LadyInRed
True Blue Farmgirl
6740 Posts
PeggyAnn
Vancouver
WA
USA
6740 Posts |
Posted - Apr 11 2010 : 4:39:46 PM
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I love sitting on my small patio which I call a Porch because
of it's size. TINY! But it is all the size this Farm Chic needs
to sit in my Red Rocking Chair put my feet up and breathe in the
scent of my pretty little purple flowers (that I can't remember
what they are called). Nothing easy like blue bells, or pansies
or flaux, or bachelor buttons. Oh well, they smell wonderful and
look so pretty. Have any of you ever made Lemon-Lavender Shortbread
Tea Cookies? I bought some at Easter and they were sooooooo good!
I would love a recipe for them if anyone has one. Thanks!
Nice visiting with you on the Porch!
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debtea2
True Blue Farmgirl
1853 Posts
deborah
nutley
nj
USA
1853 Posts |
Posted - Apr 11 2010 : 5:01:39 PM
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peggy ann
i've made lavender shortbreads and they are yummy
i can see the first signs of my wisteria getting ready to bloom
can't wait and my peonies are getting so big this will be the second year and i'm hoping for flowers .. i love the smell of them so sweet and beautiful blooms
its nice here today clouds coming and going no rain yet!!!
hugs deborah
http://jerseyfarmgirl.blogspot.com/
inch by inch we find our way
jersey farmgirl
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gypsy goat
True Blue Farmgirl
673 Posts
mary jo
michigan
673 Posts |
Posted - Apr 11 2010 : 5:14:21 PM
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i love peonies too deborah i have a 35foot row of them that my great grandma planted they are pink and white and a very deep pinkish purple they are so beautiful and they smell so good. i'm sitting here awful late today- i cleaned the barn so i just need to put my feet up and rest-have a good evening
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wellswillow
True Blue Farmgirl
159 Posts
Marcie
Branchport
New York
USA
159 Posts |
Posted - Apr 12 2010 : 06:05:29 AM
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Just a few minutes to chat before I must go into town to the bank, getting ready for our trip to Virginia Beach later this week to visit with our son. We will be doing some gardening there, too.
When we get back from town, have to finish up some gardening here. I want to get some pansies in later today.
I'll just share a cup of morning coffee with you. Have a great day.
Marcie
I enjoy chatting with my friends.
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debtea2
True Blue Farmgirl
1853 Posts
deborah
nutley
nj
USA
1853 Posts |
Posted - Apr 12 2010 : 2:58:52 PM
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oh mary jo they sound wonderful
i don't know what color these are they came from a friend
just can't wait to see them. my lilacs are a big dissapointment
for five years no blooms today i quess i should be gratefull but
i got two i have five bushes?? not sure whats wrong with them
they a super healthy full foliage big but no blooms no really
any suggestions ?? i love the way they smell and go on a hunt for them
in a wooded area that no one owes and pick them but last fall they cleared the land
so i'm out of luck any way i'll have some tea and sit and watch the sunset with of you girls
deborah
http://jerseyfarmgirl.blogspot.com/
inch by inch we find our way
jersey farmgirl
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LadyInRed
True Blue Farmgirl
6740 Posts
PeggyAnn
Vancouver
WA
USA
6740 Posts |
Posted - Apr 12 2010 : 3:52:14 PM
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I have just come in from my porch...I re-potted some plants. Scattered some bachelor buttons out in the flower bed off the porch and wanted to just sit down and relax in my new Red Rocking Chair. BUT my dog Bella decided that she didn't like the new neighbor being on her porch or her dog Zenna either. My dog was so obnoxious (sp) that I ended up cleaning up my stuff and bringing my Novel and my dog back in the Apartment. Does anyone have a suggestion for getting a yappy dog to quit barking so much???? If I don't do something soon...it will be a long and lonely summer on the back porch. I'm now worn out from my dog...I think I will go take a nap and hope everything seems cheerier and quieter when I wake up.
Peggy
Lady In Red |
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natesgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1735 Posts
angela
martinsville
indiana
USA
1735 Posts |
Posted - Apr 13 2010 : 12:50:56 AM
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I am sitting here in the middle of the night frustrated. My attempt at sewing is resulting in a lot of seam ripping. I'm here to take a break and try to relax. I think I'm in need of some tea.
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barefootmama
True Blue Farmgirl
133 Posts
Jennifer
BLOOMSBURG
Pennsylvania
USA
133 Posts |
Posted - Apr 13 2010 : 03:03:23 AM
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Seam rippers untie!!lol I know the feeling Angela!! I was an ammature years ago (like girl scouts and home ec ago lol) But I am so inspired to sew again thanks to all of these talented women I have met over the past few months that i'm jumping in as soon as I find time..What are you making? I'm sure it will be beautiful and well worth it in the long run....especially the pride in knowing you did it with your own hands..keep up the good work and as soon as I'm brave enough ,and can find a spare minute I'll join you....but for this second I will enjoy the company of the porch and relax..it's a little chilly here so i'll make some hot lemon grass tea with some honey and share it with you all
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natesgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1735 Posts
angela
martinsville
indiana
USA
1735 Posts |
Posted - Apr 13 2010 : 03:29:40 AM
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Well. I have finished my first project. It was a very ambitous project. I made an all-in-one diaper. It looks funny and the seams are showing, but I think it will work. I'm gonna try it on the baby as soon as she wakes up. For now I'm gonna relax and have a cup of coffee. I think I will review over some of my sewing books agian.
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wellswillow
True Blue Farmgirl
159 Posts
Marcie
Branchport
New York
USA
159 Posts |
Posted - Apr 13 2010 : 10:15:41 AM
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I just put a few bunches of grapes in a nicee depression bowl to share here on the porch. It is a little cool, so how about some chamomile tea.
I'm getting packed and looking forward to our trip.
We will be gone for a week.
Marcie
I enjoy chatting with my friends.
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