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| DeepsouthMamma |
Posted - Jul 19 2007 : 12:35:39 PM
Good afternoon! I'm new to the site but farmgirls-?--been one since I moved from Houston,Texas to a remote,only accessible by cable-drawn ferry, section of land(360 acres) in the southern most parish,in Louisiana, in 1970. Was that a mouthful ,or what?
I was 12;I still live in Louisiana,slightly north of Gum Cove, in Calcasieu Parish- or "RITA Redone" .
Since the late 70's the ferry has been done away with. When we moved in there were only 2 families south of the ferry-never did get to know them. Too much "farm stuff" goin on!
My mom was the original "Farmgirl" in my life and she definitely passed it on to me!
I married the love of my life at 16, and am happy to report 33 years, five kids and seven grandkids, later that I found the only farmboy in the world that was for me!! (Yes he worked on a ranch from 12 until 20.) Unlike me, he raised animals for show,etc. and did all the "farmy"stuff I loved and still do! I just watched my mom do all that-you know how teenagers are!
My life is so full and complex I hesitate- but here's a snapshot of now. 
I have homeschooled all 5 kids(23 yrs in all)- have only 2 teens left at home- one 13 & one 17. The grown ones 31,26 & 21 are happily raising their own broods all over the country.
We live in the woods, I quilt, embroidery, lead a ladies prayer group for some of the finest ladies I have ever known, upkeep a family & friends website and love pictures,stories.
My daughter in law gave me the MJ book and I felt like Maryjane was an old friend. Bought several for my"farmgirl" friends too.
Thats enough about me.
Autumn
P.S. This IS the middle of nowhere where I moved,Gum Cove, when I was 12. Ill post a pic of home now later.
Gum Cove
Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. |
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| DeepsouthMamma |
Posted - Jul 26 2007 : 05:50:28 AM
Tks for the welcome Talitha & Carrie!
Looking forward to getting to know you all!
I.m going to the sewing spot now- I have some pics of some of my wool projects there.
These women are so resourceful I get great ideas from just browsing!
Autumn
Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. |
| cinnamongirl |
Posted - Jul 25 2007 : 10:03:52 PM
Welcome Autumn, check out the sewing area we would love to have you join in there and everwhere. Your farm looks beautiful and peaceful a great plac for the younger generations to grow up! |
| Holiday Angel |
Posted - Jul 25 2007 : 10:01:07 PM
OOP's nice to meet you at the farm..
www.http://heavenlyangelsinneed.com
President Childrens Division of Heavenly Angels in Need
http://paulinesholidayblog.blogspot.com/
http://freshoffthefarmtime.blogspot.com/
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| Holiday Angel |
Posted - Jul 25 2007 : 9:59:39 PM
I understand the "Finals" thing, I was late in going to college and it was probably a good thing, I would probably have never sat long enough for what I now know it takes for finals. Ugh...I did enjoy the classes except for MATH..Mostly psychology and sociology..
www.http://heavenlyangelsinneed.com
President Childrens Division of Heavenly Angels in Need
http://paulinesholidayblog.blogspot.com/
http://freshoffthefarmtime.blogspot.com/
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| Buttercup |
Posted - Jul 25 2007 : 8:25:31 PM
Welcome!
So glad to have you! Sorry I am so late in saying "hello"! I have been MIA with finals in school but I can breath now! I sure hope you enjoy it here and I look forward to getting to know you better as I see you around!
Hugz!
Talitha
"If we could maintain the wonder of childhood and at the same time grasp the wisdom of age, what wonder,what wisdom,what life would be ours" |
| Holiday Angel |
Posted - Jul 25 2007 : 7:15:27 PM
Hey, this picture is all over the place, it sure doesn't hurt to share with my sisters on the farm. I have so many blogs, spaces, and web sites I get my self in a bind sometimes and forget who I am speaking to..
Thank all of you ladies for being such sweethearts!!
www.http://heavenlyangelsinneed.com
President Childrens Division of Heavenly Angels in Need
http://paulinesholidayblog.blogspot.com/
http://freshoffthefarmtime.blogspot.com/
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| DeepsouthMamma |
Posted - Jul 25 2007 : 7:10:48 PM
You girls are good sports- I love getting to see who I'm talking to!!
Linda- we haven't seen your picture yet!:)
Fran- I love your place!!! You definitly have the sparkle of a country girl!
By the way-Pauline** Tks for starting the participation off with pics!!!
You've got the sparkle too!
Autumn
Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. |
| Holiday Angel |
Posted - Jul 25 2007 : 6:46:13 PM
Hey, Ive been on line all day building sites and missed this one. I love both picture's. There is no doubt you're a "Country Girl!"
((Hugs))
God bless you,
Pauline
www.http://heavenlyangelsinneed.com
President Childrens Division of Heavenly Angels in Need
http://paulinesholidayblog.blogspot.com/
http://freshoffthefarmtime.blogspot.com/
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| frannie |
Posted - Jul 25 2007 : 6:13:43 PM
hehehehehehehehehe
it always makes me laugh when i see pics of myself.
love
fran
(http://farmfolks-frannie.blogspot.com/) |
| frannie |
Posted - Jul 25 2007 : 6:12:12 PM
here is a pic of me, dont be scared, and i think i will include our little sharecropper chic farm.
  
love
fran
(http://farmfolks-frannie.blogspot.com/) |
| Holiday Angel |
Posted - Jul 25 2007 : 5:21:13 PM
Hi Linda, don't know that I had the pleasure of meeting you. I am new here and haven't met most of the people. Love this site!
www.http://heavenlyangelsinneed.com
President Childrens Division of Heavenly Angels in Need
http://paulinesholidayblog.blogspot.com/
http://freshoffthefarmtime.blogspot.com/
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| Linda Houston |
Posted - Jul 25 2007 : 5:18:43 PM
Been a member for 2 years
Linda |
| DeepsouthMamma |
Posted - Jul 24 2007 : 7:51:29 PM
Linda
I had an email from you but didn't find you on the site- are you a member here at MJF?
Autumn
Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. |
| BeckyM540 |
Posted - Jul 24 2007 : 7:48:01 PM
Hi Autumn, and welcome, hope you enjoy it here as much as i do. From the sound (or the posting) of it you are. I am still new here also, (still finding my way). but so far love it. there is so much info. it is unreal.
From the hills of WV
Becky |
| therusticcottage |
Posted - Jul 24 2007 : 5:18:01 PM
Autumn -- what a beautiful name! Welcome! So glad that you found us. Can't wait to get to know you better.
http://therusticcottage.blogspot.com
http://cottageramblings.blogspot.com |
| Holiday Angel |
Posted - Jul 24 2007 : 2:11:19 PM
Just checking to see if my blog comes up that I am revamping for Christmas so I can apply a slide show when I get the pictures..
Hugs you ladies..
www.http://heavenlyangelsinneed.com
http://paulinesholidayblog.blogspot.com/
President Childrens Division of Heavenly Angels in Need
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| frannie |
Posted - Jul 24 2007 : 1:41:14 PM
this is too much,
my house is two sharecropper houses put together here in the redriver valley. me and hubby call our style "sharecropper chic".
it is not so fancy, but it is truly a home, as i am sure yours in julie.
love
fran
(http://farmfolks-frannie.blogspot.com/) |
| Holiday Angel |
Posted - Jul 24 2007 : 1:28:17 PM
Bad...lol, I think you're funny!! I was always tught to look in someones eyes when you talk to them and these things sometimes don't allow that so I am glad I can peek at you now even when the forum is off..ha...
www.http://heavenlyangelsinneed.com
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| DeepsouthMamma |
Posted - Jul 24 2007 : 1:24:45 PM
WOO!HOO! It worked- got farmgirls posting pics!!!
Scared? I don't think so!!!
Wouldnt ya love to see some of our other friends?
Autumn
Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. |
| Holiday Angel |
Posted - Jul 24 2007 : 1:22:26 PM
I will see if this posts my picture so you can be scared...lol
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| DeepsouthMamma |
Posted - Jul 24 2007 : 1:15:41 PM
Id love to see your Green Acres- We lost our guest house in Rita. Havent had the heart to start repairs seriously.
I keep looking for a spot where pics posted.
I did some on my first few pages but havent seen many others.
Think I'll post one of me-as part of my introduction and maybe others will do the same.
Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. |
| paradiseplantation |
Posted - Jul 24 2007 : 12:22:07 PM
Hi, Autumn! South Louisiana is a beautiful place, in spite of the Ritas and Katrinas! I love visiting there, especially all the old Plantation homes. Wish my Green Acres-style farmhouse resembled them just a little closer! But, in all honesty, I did get a piece of the south with my home -- it's two sharecropper houses put together, taken off a cotton field in Shreveport. So, I'll be happy with the small things! Glad you're here!
julie |
| DeepsouthMamma |
Posted - Jul 23 2007 : 06:24:44 AM
Breaux Bridge?! We stayed at a B&B there that was just lovely!!
Not much to do except relax- but that's what we were looking for!
Good food too. The B&B was an old schoolhouse they moved and renovated- there were about 5 little cottages. Each was a different theme. Very nice place!
Tks for the welcome!
Autumn
Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. |
| britchickny |
Posted - Jul 22 2007 : 04:52:34 AM
Autumn, I grew up on the border of England and Wales in a town called Oswestry (if you want to look at a map) legend has it that St. Oswald lost his arm in battle there and where it fell a tree grew. Ergo; Oswald's tree (Oswestry). This is Welsh sheep country and a beautiful part of the UK. When I was 13 we moved to Northampton (country girl becomes city chick!) which is about 60 miles north of London. My husband is from the US and was stationed over there in the Air Force in the mid 80's. We met at a Metallica/Bon Jovi concert (Monster's Of Rock 1987!) and married 2 weeks later! This Septemeber will be our 20th anniversary! Crazy huh!! I love sharing my story just for the shock value but also it always make people smile. Things like this really do happen! However, we are the exception and not the norm!
Thank-you by the way on your insight into a bible group. I am 'teetering' on the fence about it but want to make sure that the Lord is leading that way and that it is just not just me on a power trip! I wonder what sort of imput we would get if I started a 'Christian Farmgirls topic? Share scripture, testimony's etc. Books we have read. By the way, I love your title 'Discussion Manager' Made me smile.
Hope you have a good week. Feel free to e-mail me to my addy any time.
Angie.
"Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance" JUDE 1:2 |
| DeepsouthMamma |
Posted - Jul 21 2007 : 8:04:39 PM
Angie-
Where did you emigrate from?
Autumn
Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. |
