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Stitching & Crafting Room:  Apron Sew-A--Long...read and then move to the new  |
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DeepsouthMamma
True Blue Farmgirl
1454 Posts
Autumn
Southwest Louisiana
USA
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 Posted - Sep 19 2007 : 2:22:26 PM
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Well put- Stephanie.
Speaking of aprons- I actually made another one today- also a baby changing pad and Im starting a bib. The one in MJ Lifebook.
Happy sewing everyone!
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. |
Edited by - DeepsouthMamma on Sep 19 2007 2:24:22 PM |
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Aunt George
True Blue Farmgirl
1476 Posts
Georgann
Midlothian
VA
1476 Posts |
Posted - Sep 19 2007 : 2:48:15 PM
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LOVE IT BONNE>>>>>>>>>>The bright colors are right up my alley at this time!!
Bev you are going to look beautiful! You are doing a fabulous job!!
Growing older.....hmmmm.......I don't mind so much, but I do mind the aches and pains that I have now that didn't used to be there. So many of them are from hard, abusive work that I have done over the years. I have always worked hard and used to play hard too. (taekwondo) I ned to be more kind to this body that has served me so well in childbearing, loving my family and just getting me to where I am now in my life.
I went cold turkey through the change and am hormone free. I'm not against the use of hormones, but when I finally realized that the horrific mood swings, almost paralyzing paranoia and antisocial behavior was perimenopause, it was really almost too late. I have such a deep sense of calm, even through all of the upheavals of the past year. I guess that is one of the blessings of menopause: a new lease on life. A feeling of calm and serenity if that is the path one chooses to take, not bitter regreds, but looking back on a life of living, being around a loving family, having friends.
I love all of you my farmgirl sisters.
Need to run the girls to twirling practice now! I'll be on later tonight. Will be doing some sewing. Took a nap today.
G
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http://thefabricho.blogspot.com/
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Naomi Michelle
True Blue Farmgirl
1563 Posts
Naomi
Sunshine State
USA
1563 Posts |
Posted - Sep 19 2007 : 2:50:05 PM
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Bonne....ooooooh ok..interesting info on smudging...I didnt know what it was...to me a smudge is a dirty mark on something..."the wall is all smudged up, wipe it down" "you have a dirt smudged on your face"...haha...didnt know it was also a Native American religious thing...my ancestors probably did it at some point in their lifetime(great-great-grandfather on dad's father's side was Native American, not sure what tribe though, not much besides pictures and some verbal history...)...
btw love the aprons
~Naomi~
Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be-Abraham Lincoln
Check out my blog:http://thebellamodiste.blogspot.com/
and my Etsy store: www.shesewsbytheseashore.etsy.com |
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queenofdreamsz4u
True Blue Farmgirl
3845 Posts
Stephanie Suzanne
Smoky Mountains Tennessee
USA
3845 Posts |
Posted - Sep 19 2007 : 3:18:29 PM
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Hey Georgann,
My own life was in such a mess when the peri- period started then the major life transition took place... all the symptoms of full blown menopause just blended in with the mass chaos of the period in general!
Then when my whirlwind period settled down It was clear to see what was what...I too have gone through hormone free. I just recently started using the Soy Isoflavones but I keep forgetting to take them  What's your evaluation of the Soy?
Now that I finally did something about my insomnia and am getting some deep sleep I am seeing my energy levels getting better with each day! It's wonderful..I was really at my wits end with the fatigue.
Enjoy your sewing time later today!
Stephanie
"hold close your inner child and always listen to the gentle whispers" ~queenofdreamsz
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Bee Haven Maven
True Blue Farmgirl
1862 Posts
Beverly
Pennsylvania
USA
1862 Posts |
Posted - Sep 19 2007 : 3:37:01 PM
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Ok, here is my two cents on Menopause. I think I am almost through it. During the time when the hot flashes were most intense, I tried the soy....never really felt like it did much for me. Sleep disturbance was the killer and I have corrected that with Melatonin....I know that Georgann had problems taking Melatonin. It doesn't seem to work for everyone. As far as hormones....I plan to go without. I guess my feeling is that I would rather approach these things as naturally as possible. I think that the cardiac protection that estrogen gives is a benefit, but to me not worth the cancer risks....so...cold turkey for me.
I am at the point where the mood swings are over....calm is the operating word for most days...and that is such a great benefit of all of this! I guess I would rather not see menopause as a big deal, but rather the end of the difficult part of womanhood.....and goodbye Tampax forever!!
Jess....that apron is the best yet...I love the prints!
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Bee Haven Maven
True Blue Farmgirl
1862 Posts
Beverly
Pennsylvania
USA
1862 Posts |
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Bonne
True Blue Farmgirl
3003 Posts
Bonne
Littleton
CO
USA
3003 Posts |
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
4247 Posts |
Posted - Sep 19 2007 : 3:50:59 PM
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Love the '56 aprons! The strawberry is great and a nice big pocket. I have to have extra big pockets....don't know why but I do.
Is that a doll appliqued on one? Perhaps a Sunbonnet Sue?
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"Imagine that you are a masterpiece unfolding, every second of every day, a work of art taking form with every breath."
-- Thomas Crum
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MustangSuzie
True Blue Farmgirl
634 Posts
Sarah
New London
Missouri
USA
634 Posts |
Posted - Sep 19 2007 : 4:05:10 PM
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Bonne...great info on smudging. I've had some white sage for a while, just didn't know how to go about it. I have a sweet grass braid that I've tried to get to burn, not much luck but it smells absolutely wonderful.
All of you make such beautiful things and are so very talented. Great jobs!
Blessings....
Sarah
"In our every deliberation, we must consider the impact of our decisions on the next seven generations." -From The Great Law Of The Iroquois Confederacy.
REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE!!!!
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Bonne
True Blue Farmgirl
3003 Posts
Bonne
Littleton
CO
USA
3003 Posts |
Posted - Sep 19 2007 : 4:09:26 PM
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| Yeah, I'm not taking hormones. What's up with it anyway? We're supposed to have a hormonal change, why are we screwing around with it. Technically, menopause is when you have been period free for 1 year. I've yet to get to that point, as I still have periods sporadically. Can't wait 'til it's all done though~no hot flashes to speak of~but I agree, the perimenopause is the tough time~mostly in your 40's and you don't know what the heck is going on~night sweats, tossing around, then tired in the am, achy joints, wanting to murder someone, short fuse in general. AHhhh...ain't it grand.......... Yes, thanks for your wonderful friendships Farmgals!!! |
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queenofdreamsz4u
True Blue Farmgirl
3845 Posts
Stephanie Suzanne
Smoky Mountains Tennessee
USA
3845 Posts |
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Bonne
True Blue Farmgirl
3003 Posts
Bonne
Littleton
CO
USA
3003 Posts |
Posted - Sep 19 2007 : 4:23:50 PM
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Here's a closeup on the one apron with the doll on the pocket~I tried to get pics of the instructions~kinda can see.......
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Edited by - Bonne on Sep 19 2007 7:11:43 PM |
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Aunt George
True Blue Farmgirl
1476 Posts
Georgann
Midlothian
VA
1476 Posts |
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smoothiejuice
True Blue Farmgirl
6309 Posts
Jessica
Bloomington
Indiana
USA
6309 Posts |
Posted - Sep 19 2007 : 6:04:22 PM
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okay here i am catching up!
Jeez...all you menopausal girls...it just makes me want to hurry up and have more kids! John is still gone...maybe that is part of it! Makes me all teary eyed listening to you talk about it!
Bonne..I adore your new apron! I gotta use that fabric..I am trying not to until we are complete!
BEV!!!!! I got your package to day! You are hysterical. THANK YOU!
Oh and Bev...what's with the Renny get up? Are you trying to make me look like a slacker? I need my fairies back pleeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeasssssssse!
Elizabeth...where the heck are ya?
Steph..what secret are you working on ...show us a pic of your wip! |
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Naomi Michelle
True Blue Farmgirl
1563 Posts
Naomi
Sunshine State
USA
1563 Posts |
Posted - Sep 19 2007 : 6:29:59 PM
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Bonne: I did contact Emily about all her patterns and getting a couple...hehehe...you better know I jumped on it...hahaha
~Naomi~
Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be-Abraham Lincoln
Check out my blog:http://thebellamodiste.blogspot.com/
and my Etsy store: www.shesewsbytheseashore.etsy.com |
Edited by - Naomi Michelle on Sep 19 2007 6:31:19 PM |
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smoothiejuice
True Blue Farmgirl
6309 Posts
Jessica
Bloomington
Indiana
USA
6309 Posts |
Posted - Sep 19 2007 : 6:33:55 PM
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queenofdreamsz4u
True Blue Farmgirl
3845 Posts
Stephanie Suzanne
Smoky Mountains Tennessee
USA
3845 Posts |
Posted - Sep 19 2007 : 6:51:19 PM
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Jess, Ok...Miss Priss
All I can say it that it's a needlework design and it will published soon so I can't show ya..
You are a curious cat! 
Ok...so what's up?...I've seen you post several times about migranes...do you really have full blown migranes or just getting tension headaches? Oh...I hope it's not migraines!! Hope you feel better soon..
And yes...where is E-??
Stephanie
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Originally posted by smoothiejuice
okay here i am catching up!
Steph..what secret are you working on ...show us a pic of your wip!
"hold close your inner child and always listen to the gentle whispers" ~queenofdreamsz
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Edited by - queenofdreamsz4u on Sep 19 2007 6:52:30 PM |
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Bonne
True Blue Farmgirl
3003 Posts
Bonne
Littleton
CO
USA
3003 Posts |
Posted - Sep 19 2007 : 7:00:15 PM
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Oh, crap! Jessica, I didn't know you got migraines too. So sorry about that~I'll send you some nice healing energy. Forget about having more kids! We're all thrilled that it's all over about that part of our life, and now it's on to the grandchildren phase~WHOOO HOOO!!! There's always plenty of kids to go around! LOL Go ahead and sew up the hippy dippy trippy fabric~whaddaya waiting for?
Elizabeth is making soap and probably staying away from here so she won't be tempted to sew instead of soap!
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Edited by - Bonne on Sep 19 2007 7:02:40 PM |
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
4247 Posts |
Posted - Sep 19 2007 : 7:03:07 PM
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Thanks Bonne for posting the doll on apron pics and also the instructions. If I wanted to make her I could do it! Very cute and different...don't ya think?
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"Imagine that you are a masterpiece unfolding, every second of every day, a work of art taking form with every breath."
-- Thomas Crum
Linda in PA |
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
4247 Posts |
Posted - Sep 19 2007 : 7:08:41 PM
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Hormones needed for me....my hot flashes were so miserable that after a long time of trying to live with them I got on hormones...small dose stopped them
Then I had blood pressure spikes...very high...and Dr. took me off hormones until I insisted after miserable hot flashes and loss of sleep for weeks, a couple of months or more.
She said she has plenty of patients who take them for the quality of life they get....the hot flashes and tiredness from lack of sleep. Even some women in their 70s have to take the hormones or hot flashes are unbearable. That's just me....when I went in to her for the extreme tiredness she said that women have hot flashes during sleep and don't really wake up but it brings us up out of deep sleep enough to keep us from getting rest. REM sleep...made sense to me so back on estrodol and all is fine again for me....just my story.
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"Imagine that you are a masterpiece unfolding, every second of every day, a work of art taking form with every breath."
-- Thomas Crum
Linda in PA |
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Bonne
True Blue Farmgirl
3003 Posts
Bonne
Littleton
CO
USA
3003 Posts |
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yarnmamma
True Blue Farmgirl
4247 Posts
Linda
Clarks Summit
PA
USA
4247 Posts |
Posted - Sep 19 2007 : 7:15:12 PM
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Smudge ceremonies! I lived in Alaska for 8 years and participated in many smudge ceremonies...the sweet sage grows natural there and is dried and tied into small bundles. It is a spiritual experience and my Native friends taught me to respect their customs...with a loving calm attitude....wonderful experience. Most of the Natives I knew were from the Inuit tribe....what used to be called "Eskimo"...there is not an "Eskimo" tribe now.
Women are respected and powerful there also!
It has been a few years but thanks for reminding me of wonderful times. :-)
:-)
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"Imagine that you are a masterpiece unfolding, every second of every day, a work of art taking form with every breath."
-- Thomas Crum
Linda in PA |
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Carol Sue
True Blue Farmgirl
4033 Posts
Carol Sue
Washingtonian
USA
4033 Posts |
Posted - Sep 20 2007 : 01:15:31 AM
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Bev,
Love the apron, cowboots and the skirt.
Aunt george and gang, this morning they finally upped it 10 mgs, it has helped some and some I will definitly take.
Good grief back to reading I am way behind, pate 203 and 7 more to go.
Ladies, you have been busy.
Carol Sue
Enjoying life. |
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Carol Sue
True Blue Farmgirl
4033 Posts
Carol Sue
Washingtonian
USA
4033 Posts |
Posted - Sep 20 2007 : 01:20:04 AM
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Love love love the duck duck goose,
Nay, you go girl and dance those shoes right off
Enjoying life. |
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Carol Sue
True Blue Farmgirl
4033 Posts
Carol Sue
Washingtonian
USA
4033 Posts |
Posted - Sep 20 2007 : 02:06:51 AM
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Oh Aunt George that dress is beautiful.
BTW Sharon I liked your apron a few pages back
Bonne love the panels, now how do we do that?
You guys are gettin me in trouble again, I have quilt squares to do for my quilt group,.....okay, lets face it, I side track easily right now.....
Enjoying life. |
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Stitching & Crafting Room: Apron Sew-A--Long...read and then move to the new |
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Apron Sew-A--Long...read and then move to the new
