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Renda
Farmgirl in Training
12 Posts
Marenda
Alabama
USA
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 Posted - Mar 02 2010 : 3:24:12 PM
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Hello to all, I'm Renda 40 something never been married and sadly no kiddos.
I am from Alabama, born, raised and still here city gal. I know nothing about homesteading but hope to learn. I am looking for a mentor to teach me. I am going to try to grow an organic container vegetable garden(on balcony) this year again. Last year didn't do too well as it was my first time ever gardening this year I hope to do better by growing things I actually like.
I subscribed to MaryJaneFarm magazine but feel overwhelmed as I have rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis with limits me physically and sometimes emotionally.
I feel so out of place here but decided to give an intro anyway. Hope all is having a good week so far.
Renda |
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kristin sherrill
True Blue Farmgirl
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kristin
chickamauga
ga
USA
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Posted - Mar 02 2010 : 3:36:16 PM
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Renda, you are NOT out of place here. You are in the right place for you. You can learn so much and it will be great to learn from you, also. We are all learning as we go. So just jump right on in and have fun. I am glad you joined us. Feel free to look around. There is a gardening thread you need to go to. I live in N. Ga. near Chattanooga. How far are you from here? I am on the East side of Lookout Mt.
So a very big warm welcome to you. And if ya have questions, just ask!
Kris
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maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
6784 Posts
Hannah
Washington
USA
6784 Posts |
Posted - Mar 02 2010 : 3:53:41 PM
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I second what Kristin said! You are NOT out of place here!! Your going to love it here and the ladies are so nice!! So just jump in and have fun!!
Hugs,
Channah
Friendship is not something that can be bought, it is earned. |
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Renda
Farmgirl in Training
12 Posts
Marenda
Alabama
USA
12 Posts |
Posted - Mar 02 2010 : 4:07:39 PM
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Thank you Kris and Channah for the welcome. I don't know if I have anything to contribute but looking forward to learning from you lovely ladies.
I am in Birmingham, not sure how far that is from you.
Renda |
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maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
6784 Posts
Hannah
Washington
USA
6784 Posts |
Posted - Mar 02 2010 : 4:15:52 PM
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I am sure we will learn tons from you to Marenda!!
Hugs,
Channah
Friendship is not something that can be bought, it is earned. |
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weaverchic
True Blue Farmgirl
362 Posts
gerri
Largo
Florida
USA
362 Posts |
Posted - Mar 02 2010 : 4:49:06 PM
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Welcome Renda from the Sunshine State! Glad that you joined us. This certainly is a place for learning. Just check out all the different forum and feel at anytime to ask anything. You will be so delighted to know that the gals here are all welcoming, warm and very talented. Just jump in and feel part of wonderful community of Farmgirls!
gerri
Happiness is in the comfortable companionship of friends.
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graciegreeneyes
True Blue Farmgirl
3107 Posts
Amy Grace
Rosalia
WA
USA
3107 Posts |
Posted - Mar 02 2010 : 5:50:16 PM
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Welcome Renda - everyone here has something to contribute, no matter what and just holler if you have questions, there are lots of answers:).
Amy Grace
Farmgirl #224
"use it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without"
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Fiddlehead Farm
True Blue Farmgirl
4562 Posts
Diane
Waupaca
WI
USA
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Posted - Mar 03 2010 : 05:55:07 AM
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A big Wisconsin hay dare to ya Renda! We are so glad you joined us. I too have rheumatoid arthritis and it really is nasty. Eating healthy home grown veggies has helped mine a great deal. There are plenty of farmgirls here that can help you with your garden.
Why not go out on a limb, that's where all the fruit is! "Mark Twain"
http://studiodiphotosite.shutterfly.com/
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classygram
True Blue Farmgirl
1812 Posts
Brenda
Pleasant Hill
Mo.
USA
1812 Posts |
Posted - Mar 03 2010 : 06:08:46 AM
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Welcome Renda from Missouri. So glad you have joined us. Just jump in and you'll find so many things going on that will interest you. I'm sure you will add alot to all the buzz that goes on here. If you like to meet new people and learn new things and laugh, Well you are in the right place. Have fun and if you have a question don't be afried to ask, someone will know or find out for you. Again, WELCOME!
Blessings, Brenda
"Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony" Mahatma Gandhi |
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Annika
True Blue Farmgirl
5602 Posts
Annika
USA
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Posted - Mar 03 2010 : 06:36:45 AM
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Welcome Renda, I'm late on the welcome line, but I'm here to tell you that you are never gonna be out of place here...these ladies will just love the stuffin' out of ya! I am on disability for health problems and tho' they aren't as mobility-limiting as yours, I DO have my days when I feel overwhelmed by how creative and strong all of my fellow farmgirls are. So hop right in the conversations, we are all glad you're here!
Please feel welcome and a BIG hello from pretty, rolling Moscow Idaho =)
Annika
Farmgirl & sister #13
Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication. ~Leonardo DaVinci
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AliciaNak
True Blue Farmgirl
405 Posts
Alicia
Elko
Nevada
USA
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Posted - Mar 03 2010 : 09:21:41 AM
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Welcome from Nevada. Glad you joined.
Alicia
Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.~Ralph Waldo Emmerson
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MelMel
Farmgirl in Training
31 Posts
Melanie
Wa
USA
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Posted - Mar 03 2010 : 09:30:10 AM
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Awww Renda...I love the phrase Farmgirl is a condition of the heart because Its soooo true. I didnt grow up on a farm or anything close to it but as a kid I LOVED driving through farm country and Loved old houses and so on.The first Time I ever visited Iowa I was pretty sure I`d found Heaven on Earth until I visited in the summer :) ....Us Northwesterners cant take that heat and humidity. We just bought a small Farm about 4 months ago and Im very overwhelmed...the last 2 summers I grew 2 very small gardens at our house in town...alot of trial and errors.You will do great and you so belong in here.I will pray for your physical ailments also.
Have a Blessed day!
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staci860
True Blue Farmgirl
838 Posts
Staci
Newville
PA
USA
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Posted - Mar 03 2010 : 12:20:41 PM
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Greetings from PA, Renda!
You will do just fine here - as Annika says - the ladies here will love the stuffin' out of ya'.
Everyone is extremely helpful, understanding and patient with us newbies as we figure out how this place works.
Just don't hesitate to holler out for help - someone is bound to holler back.
Blessings,
staci
:o )
FG#973
Never regret growing older - many people never get the privilege. - Irish proverb.
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herblady55
True Blue Farmgirl
3470 Posts
Judy
Louisville
Ohio(Stark Co)
USA
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Posted - Mar 03 2010 : 12:20:59 PM
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Dear, dear Marenda...a BIG Farmgirl Hug to you! Like the other gals have said ...you DO belong here and we can all learn from each other. We all have something to contribute. God just designed it that way! For instance, when one of us hurt because we have physical limitations, or are sick or just have a big, empty hole in our heart....I think it's THEN that YOU will shine your brightest.I sense that you have a LOT of compassion You have more to add here than you think! And we can always use "One More Sister. Welcome Sis!
Sister-chick# 905(Oct.7th2009)
Judy
Hugs&Squeezles!
I am not contained between my hat and my boots! -Walt Whitman- |
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Renda
Farmgirl in Training
12 Posts
Marenda
Alabama
USA
12 Posts |
Posted - Mar 03 2010 : 12:47:40 PM
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| Thank you all for the very warm welcome. You ladies are a friendly bunch. If I miss anyone please forgive me but will try to comment on couple of posts. Diane I would love to talk with you regading RA whenever you can. Annika I'm on disability too so my income is limited which is a bummer when it comes to purchasing organic food and other stuff. MelMel for me it is a condition of the heart as dreaming is the only thing for me now. Judy thank you for reminding me of being designed by the Creator and your lovely words. Well I think that is everybody but one more thing. What does "stuffin' out of ya" mean? Excuse my ignorance. Renda |
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herblady55
True Blue Farmgirl
3470 Posts
Judy
Louisville
Ohio(Stark Co)
USA
3470 Posts |
Posted - Mar 04 2010 : 9:19:38 PM
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It's just an expression that means, "We would ALL gladly give you BIG HUGS, if we could just reach you!! We are a warm & friendly bunch! :-)
Sister-chick# 905(Oct.7th2009)
Judy
Hugs&Squeezles!
I am not contained between my hat and my boots! -Walt Whitman- |
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solilly
True Blue Farmgirl
726 Posts
Lillian
Williamsburg
Virginia
USA
726 Posts |
Posted - Mar 07 2010 : 4:51:04 PM
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Do yourself a favor go to the top of the page on the right hand side. You will see some words they are all links to different sites and what is going on, on a day to day bases. Click on active topics. Scroll down and find yourself something you want to learn or something you want to talk about. Before you know it you will be a farm girl at heart and helping others. That is what it is all about. Welcome from Lilly in Virginia 
learning the life I always wanted. |
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blueshelties
True Blue Farmgirl
66 Posts
Angelyn
Toney
Alabama
USA
66 Posts |
Posted - Mar 08 2010 : 05:36:42 AM
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Welcome from another Alabama farmgirl I am making the most of life in a subdivision. We worked this weekend moving out sod for a garden and putting it in low places in the yard. I too want to garden all organic in the earth and well as on my back deck. I wish you the best in your gardening. It can be overwhelming but I decided to just slow down and take it one step at a time and enjoy the process. That's how I remember things better anyway.
You are in the right place and so welcome
Angelyn
Live the life you have imagined. H.D. Thoreau |
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4658 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
4658 Posts |
Posted - Mar 09 2010 : 05:29:26 AM
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Hi Renda,
Welcome from Connecticut and a big hug to you!
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
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wellswillow
True Blue Farmgirl
159 Posts
Marcie
Branchport
New York
USA
159 Posts |
Posted - Mar 09 2010 : 05:37:29 AM
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Renda, welcome from the Fingerlakes region of NY. I'm glad you joined with us. With a limited income, if you want some seeds, veggie or flower, just ask. I'll bet someone would be happy to share with you.
Have a good day.
Marcie
I enjoy chatting with my friends.
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bdhughes77
True Blue Farmgirl
126 Posts
Debbie
Menomonie
WI
USA
126 Posts |
Posted - Mar 09 2010 : 07:39:10 AM
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Hi Renda and Welcome,
You will love it here and be perfectly at home! I had a container garden a few years ago when I lived in town and it turned out pretty well...two tips...plenty of water, some shade in the really hot part of the day and, ok, well three tips...make sure your pots are big enough.
Take care and let your dreams make you feel good!
Debbie in Wisconsin
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