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| aimeeravae |
Posted - Aug 16 2007 : 9:06:37 PM
Hello to all the farmgirls!
I found this only a few days ago, I got my pasta sauce to simmer and started surfing. I'm in heaven! I have been looking for something new make me WOW! Saturday, August 18th, will be my final day as a small business owner. I have a gently used clothing shop here in Madison. Sadly, Madison isn't big enough to keep me going. At least I won't go through life regretting not doing this. I have enough to keep me busy chasing two kids around. I run a craft show here in town and will start getting that together. Life never slams the door without opening the coal shoot. |
| 24 L A T E S T R E P L I E S (Newest First) |
| Tammy Claxton |
Posted - Aug 22 2007 : 5:12:08 PM
Welcome! You will love it here!!
What doesn't kill you only makes you stronger! |
| paradiseplantation |
Posted - Aug 22 2007 : 05:52:41 AM
Hi, Aimee! I had to laugh when I saw your 'tips and tricks' for disaster. Although our self-owned business isn't NEAR as fun as yours or some others I can think of, I do agree with you. We bought the business from my dh's father, and, let's just say having him 'help' out around the shop could be a challenge at best! So, what are your plans now? Let us know!
from the hearts of paradise... |
| MamaHumbird |
Posted - Aug 20 2007 : 8:40:15 PM
Aimee,
Welcome to the forum. It sounds like you will fit right in. I am sorry about your business, you seem to have a better attitude about it than me. We are in the process of shutting our business down as well. I can't explain the emotions. Good luck in any new adventure you take on and fill us in alittle more about what you are going to be doing now.
God Bless,
Holly |
| cinnamongirl |
Posted - Aug 20 2007 : 10:16:38 AM
Greetings and happy canning! |
| aimeeravae |
Posted - Aug 20 2007 : 09:23:37 AM
Well, today is our second wedding anniversary. My husband and I have been together for four years and married for two. I did the wedding myself, decorate, flowers, food and even the cake. Once I sit down figure out the picture hosting I' sticking them in. I didn't do the dresses, I got them cheeper that it would cost to make them. Do I love a good deal! I saved all kinds of dresses from the store for the fabric. We are taking off for a romantic day. |
| Holiday Angel |
Posted - Aug 20 2007 : 08:23:03 AM
This reminds me of a written book title before, "If Life is a Bowl of Cherries, Why am I always in the pits?" I am thinking it was Héloise, but who knows, I liked the quote..
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| Miss Bee Haven |
Posted - Aug 20 2007 : 08:17:12 AM
Hi, Aimee. It's nice to meet you. I'm sorry about your store. But you sure have a great attitude and sense of humor. You belong here! ;)
"If you think you've got it nailed down, then what's all that around it?" - 'Brother Dave' Gardner |
| aimeeravae |
Posted - Aug 19 2007 : 7:46:46 PM
Well, I am finally out of the store. I sucked the floor for the last time. I place is actually cleaner now that when I moved in! My tips tricks and recipes for disaster are as follows...
Don't employ family...stending that much time with my mother reminded me why I moved out!
With clothes, buy them outright...Consignment is too much paperwork for the money you make.
You can't please even half the people, then I realized I don't have to.
My regular customer loved the store. I had lake people from Sioux Falls that came in for the summer and where telling me I should move the store down there. I wouldn't want drive an hour everyday. |
| Phils Ann |
Posted - Aug 19 2007 : 1:59:53 PM
Aimee, glad you are here. So, a new chapter is opening for you... Crafts are a great way to spend time. Tell us how that's going and what types of things you do.
Ann
Sairy Hill Thicket
There is a Redeemer. |
| KarenP |
Posted - Aug 19 2007 : 04:52:40 AM
Aimee,
welcome, that was sad about your store closing.
There are always great ideas here for the entrepreneurial spirit!
Please share your wisdom with us too!
KarenP
"Purest Spring Water in the World" |
| Nance in France |
Posted - Aug 19 2007 : 01:51:42 AM
Bonjour again, Aimee! My great grandfather was born in the Normandy region of France (famous for camembert cheese) and left for the US, also. Life threw me a French twist, and I married a French guy two and a half years ago, so now we divide our time between my home in Virginia and his in southern France. And we have a lovely French farmgirl here on the forum, named Corinne. Welcome again, and looking forward to getting to know you better! Have a great day. Nance |
| Annie S |
Posted - Aug 18 2007 : 3:16:53 PM
Aimee, hope your last day was a good one. But I'm sure it was hard to close up shop.
Every March and June I drive up I-29 to Fargo/Moorehead to baby sit the grandkids for a week for my daughter. Maybe next time I go up we could meet for coffee/tea/sandwich/whatever. Just so glad to find another S.D. farm girl.
Peace and love,
Annie |
| aimeeravae |
Posted - Aug 17 2007 : 8:15:08 PM
Yes, the name is french. My great grand parents on my father's all immigrated from France. My uncle is a French teacher in Minneapolis and did a year in France on an exchange. He loved it!He says anyone with the opportunity should jump on it. Tommorrow is the last day for my store. I have every emotion to go with it. I am doing the pickles now. I do a mix of pints and quarts. I cut them differently and different strenghts of seasoning. It keeps it interesting. Madison is 30N and 18W of Sioux Falls. Only about 7,000 people. |
| Cindy Lee |
Posted - Aug 17 2007 : 5:59:10 PM
Sounds like you are a busy girl! Hope you aren't too busy to drop in often! Sorry about your shop! Darn, at least you gave it a farmgirl try! Cindy
If life gives you scraps, make quilts! |
| Alee |
Posted - Aug 17 2007 : 12:22:23 PM
Welcome to the forums!
Alee
The amazing one handed typist! One hand for typing, one hand to hold Nora!
http://home.test-afl.tulix.com/aleeandnora/ |
| Annie S |
Posted - Aug 17 2007 : 09:37:08 AM
Welcome Aimee from a fellow South Dakotan! I think we must be the only two who are members. I posted a note on "Across the Fence" to see if I'd get any responces from anyone here in the state. Got a note from someone who "use" to live in Hermosa. I know I've heard of Madison. But tell me where you are in relation to the southern Black Hills where I live.
You definetly sound like a farm girl. Check out all the different forums - there's so much to learn and to share as well. You'll love it here. Enjoy.
Peace and love,
Annie |
| Leezard |
Posted - Aug 17 2007 : 05:07:01 AM
Welcome to the board, glad to have you here! Enjoy :)
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www.leezard.etsy.com |
| Nance in France |
Posted - Aug 17 2007 : 04:29:16 AM
Welcome, Aimee! Do I detect a French twist to your name??? Yes, please tell us all about the craft show, your family, you, etc. You will love this forum; so much to share together! Have a great day! Nance |
| Aunt Jenny |
Posted - Aug 16 2007 : 10:30:40 PM
Welcome Aimee!! You will just love it here!! I am glad you found us!! Everyone here is great..have fun!!
Jenny in Utah
Inside me there is a skinny woman crying to get out...but I can usually shut her up with cookies
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| Maryjane Lee |
Posted - Aug 16 2007 : 10:14:56 PM
Oh Aimee, you just sound darling! What a wonderful attitude you have on life! Glad you found us to! Your life will brighter because of these fine farmgirls at MJF! Good luck with your craft sells. You will have to show us what you do! Welcome!
Hugs,
Maryjane Lee
The Beehive Cottage~
est. 1971 |
| Buttercup |
Posted - Aug 16 2007 : 10:06:40 PM
So very true!!
Welcome!! So glad you found us and I look forward to getting to know you better as I see you 'round!
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" |
| Marybeth |
Posted - Aug 16 2007 : 9:57:01 PM
Welcome Aimee. Come on, jump in and tell us about your little ones and about your craft show. MB
www.strawberryhillsfarm.blogspot.com
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"Life may not be the party we hoped for...but while we are here we might as well dance!" |
| Carol Sue |
Posted - Aug 16 2007 : 9:52:40 PM
Welcome Aimee,
I sure am glad you found us, come on in and join us. It is great for learning and encouragment and a great laugh.
Welcome, Carol Sue
Enjoying life. |
| Holiday Angel |
Posted - Aug 16 2007 : 9:40:06 PM
Welcome to MJF, you will have a good time with all the girls.
Pauline
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www.http://heavenlyangelsinneed.com
President Childrens Division of Heavenly Angels in Need
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http://freshoffthefarmtime.blogspot.com/
http://sugarslifeblog.blogspot.com/
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