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Blessed in Colorado	Posted - Jun 25 2023 : 6:28:43 PM As I get closer to 70 in a few more years I have been thinking of all my wonderful Farmgirl Sisters and friends in there 70’s and 80’s. The Wisdom they have, the stories and memories they have to share, I want to hear their stories and listen to any memories and wisdom they want to share with all of us. How special will it be to get to know these wonderful women so much better. In our Wildflower HH we have a very special older lady who has been sharing her stories with me and others for years. I told her she needs to write her memories and stories down in a journal now to share with family and friends later. She told me she did not think anyone would be interested. I told her gently that I thought she was wrong as I want to hear about her life and I know others will too. It is important, it is history, it is love, it is caring all rolled in to one. So, please all of us 60 and over share your stories with us, I for one want to hear them. I will never be too old to learn something new and offer any wisdom you have. Then here it will be in MaryJanes History for others to read for years to come. Thank you Beautiful Ladies. Big Hugs, Debbie #1582 Blessed in Oregon With Colorado on My Mind Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022 “My altars are My Mountains and the Ocean.” Lord Byron” When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
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lovecatsandsunshine	Posted - Oct 02 2025 : 12:35:15 PM Beach trip postponed AGAIN. : ( Another low pressure and heavy rain for SC coast. I needed to do something with a pile of clothes I ignored too long. The pile was in a chair by bathroom door. It is true , flat surfaces attract stuff. I'm glad I finally cleaned up the pile. I found the car key that had gone missing. I clear my pockets before washing. A very welcomed day of sunshine. And fleece jackets went outside to dry. Today's good mood brought to you by a lot of coffee!!! Farmgirl in SC Farmgirl #8548 FGOTM April 2023
levisgrammy	Posted - Sep 29 2025 : 07:07:49 AM Apple pie Sunday has come and gone this year. I am drying apples today. We picked them up at the applefest on Saturday. I've never had v the Ida Rose but we also got some Jonathans. Look forward to dried apples this winter. ~Denise Sister #43~ "I am a bookaholic and I have no desire to be cured." "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/
Blessed in Colorado	Posted - Sep 27 2025 : 11:38:13 PM The game was awesome Sylvia and we are happy the Ducks won. Living in Oregon now so we have embraced all the teams. Big Hugs, Debbie #1582 Blessed in Oregon With Colorado on My Mind Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022, August 2025 “My altars are My Mountains and the Ocean.” Lord Byron” When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
Cissik	Posted - Sep 27 2025 : 10:30:38 PM My college Oregon Ducks beat Penn State-white out night with a huge very loud crowd! What a fun tradition they have! Unbelievable participation. Sylvia Kent, WA Farm Girl #5389 www.etsy.com/shop/antiquemarie
lovecatsandsunshine	Posted - Sep 27 2025 : 08:58:23 AM Rain all weekend. I will be in kitchen baking and making a batch of freezer slaw. A nap sounds like a good idea Today's good mood brought to you by a lot of coffee!!! Farmgirl in SC Farmgirl #8548 FGOTM April 2023
Blessed in Colorado	Posted - Sep 22 2025 : 10:37:05 AM It all looks so good. Happy Fall Y’all. Big Hugs, Debbie #1582 Blessed in Oregon With Colorado on My Mind Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022, August 2025 “My altars are My Mountains and the Ocean.” Lord Byron” When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
Red Tractor Girl	Posted - Sep 22 2025 : 10:16:24 AM Tara, NC has wonderful apple orchards all up and down the western part close to the mountains. Your applesauce looks great! Winnie #3109 Red Tractor Girl Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015 FGOTM- October 2018
lovecatsandsunshine	Posted - Sep 20 2025 : 12:38:09 PM I was tired after making applesauce. I knew a t storm was forecasted today. I woke up with intense migraine. Pushed thru the day. Hubby helped. Mother Nature either be hot or cold, stop switching the seasons. Ha ha! Sylvia, I love sunflowers. I live in SC and mine crap out by Aug from the intense heat. Today's good mood brought to you by a lot of coffee!!! Farmgirl in SC Farmgirl #8548 FGOTM April 2023
Cissik	Posted - Sep 19 2025 : 11:31:06 AM My sunflowers are blooming now. I so love them. They are in a large pot that grew its own flowers. I look forward each year to seeing what the birds, wind, or the plants leaving their seeds behind, produce. Sylvia Kent, WA Farm Girl #5389 www.etsy.com/shop/antiquemarie
lovecatsandsunshine	Posted - Sep 16 2025 : 1:56:17 PM My husband and I went to an orchard in NC about an hour from our home. We picked over 22 pounds of apples. A lovely late summer day. I'm glad we didnt wait til next month. The orchard had been picked over. Chunky applesauce, apple butter and dehydrated apple slices this weekend Today's good mood brought to you by a lot of coffee!!! Farmgirl in SC Farmgirl #8548 FGOTM April 2023
StitchinWitch	Posted - Sep 14 2025 : 4:47:50 PM Beautiful hibiscus! Love that color. We enjoyed tea made from hibiscus in Mexico and Egypt. Judith 7932 FGOTM 6/21 6/24 I'm old and I wear purple
Audra Rose	Posted - Sep 14 2025 : 2:22:31 PM Even though we've had no rain for weeks, the hibiscus is blooming. I water the hydrangeas to keep them alive. Vanessa Farmgirl Sister #6754
Blessed in Colorado	Posted - Sep 13 2025 : 11:22:18 AM Oh Winnie I love all the pumpkins out already too. But I think I will wait a bit longer to get my pumpkins. Still waiting for my Apples to finishing getting red. Almost time, I can not wait. Big Hugs, Debbie #1582 Blessed in Oregon With Colorado on My Mind Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022, August 2025 “My altars are My Mountains and the Ocean.” Lord Byron” When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
Red Tractor Girl	Posted - Sep 13 2025 : 11:04:08 AM Happy Saturday everyone! I enjoy hearing what other Farmgirls are up to this September as Fall is beginning to show up in some of our more northern locations. We have had some cooler mornings but the heat returns by 2 in the afternoon and Summer heat is in full gear. I was in Rural King yesterday and they had their pumpkins in so I got 2 of them and decorated up my back porch for fun. One has to pretend down here in the Swamp that fall is showing up. I can't pass up a bright orange pumpkin with a big twisted stem! Winnie #3109 Red Tractor Girl Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015 FGOTM- October 2018
StitchinWitch	Posted - Sep 11 2025 : 8:29:15 PM Beautiful for getting ready to welcome fall. Judith 7932 FGOTM 6/21 6/24 I'm old and I wear purple
levisgrammy	Posted - Sep 11 2025 : 5:39:53 PM How pretty Debbie. Love the fall colors. ~Denise Sister #43~ "I am a bookaholic and I have no desire to be cured." "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/
Blessed in Colorado	Posted - Sep 11 2025 : 4:29:08 PM No heavy blanket here either on the Pacific Northwest. Look what has finally popped out with the rain we have been getting. Growing these beautiful fall color sunflowers was a trial to see if I could grow them. Guess I can even though they appear to be late bloomers. But I do love them. Big Hugs, Debbie #1582 Blessed in Oregon With Colorado on My Mind Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022, August 2025 “My altars are My Mountains and the Ocean.” Lord Byron” When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
StitchinWitch	Posted - Aug 29 2025 : 6:15:33 PM Sometimes the washer and drier leave me tips. I'm ahead 26 cents this week. No heavy blankets here either; maybe around early November. Judith 7932 FGOTM 6/21 6/24 I'm old and I wear purple
Red Tractor Girl	Posted - Aug 29 2025 : 2:30:38 PM Vanessa, I can't even imagine needing a heavier blanket !! I would love the opportunity to do just that. It seems like any cooler potential to move into Florida is stopped at the Florida /Georgia border and then dissipates. It will take a few more MONTHS until we get lucky and have cooler and drier days. Winnie #3109 Red Tractor Girl Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015 FGOTM- October 2018
lovecatsandsunshine	Posted - Aug 28 2025 : 5:01:36 PM Finally a cooler day to work in the garden. And my back wasn't hurting. Oh what a lovely day! I spent 2 hours weeding and cleaning up 2 beds. I took time to sit by the hummingbird feeder to watch these incredible creatures. Their time in my garden is never long enough, and I will be missing them. I know they have a journey to take and am glad they chose my feeders to rest and fuel up. Today's good mood brought to you by a lot of coffee!!! Farmgirl in SC Farmgirl #8548 FGOTM April 2023
Nancy Joplin	Posted - Aug 26 2025 : 7:02:39 PM That's great, Vanessa! Very clever! I have to remember that one so I can use it! Nancy 8352 FGOTM Oct 2024
Blessed in Colorado	Posted - Aug 26 2025 : 4:35:45 PM LOL! I love that Vanessa, men are so funny. Big Hugs, Debbie #1582 Blessed in Oregon With Colorado on My Mind Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022, August 2025 “My altars are My Mountains and the Ocean.” Lord Byron” When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
Audra Rose	Posted - Aug 26 2025 : 4:12:02 PM Funny saying of the day: my husband asked for a heavier blanket because of the cooler weather, and when I showed him what was in the linen closet he remarked sadly "Room service never makes my bed." I retorted, "Maybe you should tip room service more." Vanessa Farmgirl Sister #6754
Red Tractor Girl	Posted - Aug 02 2025 : 1:18:17 PM I agree with what others are saying here about the rush to get season items out months in advance. I guess the stores benefit economically by putting stuff out ahead of time so many people have more time to shop. The longer things are out early, it seems like they will sell more merchandise because while they are shopping now for fall, all the available Christmas stuff is equally up for grabs. But, I agree with other comments here that the seasons and holidays have become commercial and about the money.. But they wouldn't do that if we the people didn't love shopping for fall in late June! From the reading I have been doing the past few years on life in America from 1900-1950s, commercialism exploded as the Industrial revolution here in the US was in full gear. When more people worked, they had more money to spend of many sorts of goods. Now , we can import relatively cheap stuff from foreign sources so there is more and more buying for pleasure and fun than ever before. The next problem is the growing amount of purchases that are ending up in landfills! Winnie #3109 Red Tractor Girl Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015 FGOTM- October 2018
levisgrammy	Posted - Aug 01 2025 : 03:53:18 AM From working in retail I have found that the sooner it is out the more people there are who will buy it. I don't like it either but they base what they do on what people ask for and when. Seems we can't wait to go from one holiday to the next anymore. I put my 4th of July stuff away so I could enjoy my summer decor. Usually I will leave it out until Labor day. September I love to bring out the Apple things and then the rest of Fall in October. I don't even bother looking for the seasonal stuff because I know pretty soon they will have all the seasons out at the same time at this rate. ~Denise Sister #43~ "I am a bookaholic and I have no desire to be cured." "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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