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Sherri
Farmgirl at Heart
2 Posts
Sherri
Tacoma
Washington
USA
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 Posted - Dec 11 2010 : 10:16:14 PM
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What a wonderful community this is, I feel very blessed to have been able to find it. I have been married coming up on our 25 wedding anniversary the 7th of June 2011, with two fantastic children, both are in college, daughter 23 and our son who just turned 20. I guess we would be considered a young pair of empty-nesters, me at 42, and hubby at 44. But then I don't think the house is ever truly empty. My husband and I finally found our dream home on just over 5 acres. The house is placed in a passive solar position, with the back of the house receiving all the best sunlight, and a fantastic view of Mount Rainier off to the left of the property. We have done a lot of talking of moving to a greener way of life, and I think we are finally moving that way. We had 18 solar panels mounted on our roof last April. Now if I could only figure out how to make my garden grow.... with all my love, and appreciation, I am so glad to find you all here, and I look forward to the opportunity of getting to know you all better.
May the paths that your feet tread be always blessed. |
Edited by - Sherri on Dec 11 2010 10:18:12 PM |
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herbquilter
True Blue Farmgirl
891 Posts
Kristine
Bonney Lake
Wa
USA
891 Posts |
Posted - Dec 11 2010 : 10:32:46 PM
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Sherri,
Wow what a place you have. I would be interested in how much solar accumulation you get. We live in Bonney Lake.
Glad you found MJ. I have learned so much from these awesome and smart farmgirls.
Blessings,
Kristine ~ Mother of Many, Herbalist, Master Energy Intuitive
http://herbalmommasda.blogspot.com/
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Sherri
Farmgirl at Heart
2 Posts
Sherri
Tacoma
Washington
USA
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Posted - Dec 11 2010 : 11:37:30 PM
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http://solarwa.digitalaid.net/tour/2010/tacoma/willemin-tridium-integration
We had our house on the Solar Tour 2010. The link above has some photos and a bit on what we have done with the solar system. We are planning on adding more solar at some point, along with a system to utilize the wind we get, and we get a lot, believe it or not. A geothermal system is also being discussed...along with chickens and a goat or two...
My husband runs a HVAC Controls business, so this naturally falls in line with what we do.... I very much miss my time at home, but I am working hard to find a balance between helping my husband run a business and finding fulfillment for my own well being. Life is a huge classroom for me at the moment, and I am enjoying the things I am learning and loving where I am in life right now, and I look forward to adding more textures of learning and growth into my life.
May the paths that your feet tread be always blessed. |
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Fiddlehead Farm
True Blue Farmgirl
4562 Posts
Diane
Waupaca
WI
USA
4562 Posts |
Posted - Dec 12 2010 : 06:14:17 AM
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A big Wisconsin hay dare to ya Sherri! We are so glad you joined us. Many talented, helpful and friendly farmgirls here for you.
http://studiodiphotosite.shutterfly.com/
farmgirl sister #922
Happy to be a "Raggedy Ann" in a Barbie World!
I get up every morning determined to both change the world and have one hell of a good time. Sometimes this makes planning my day difficult.
- E. B. White |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17453 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17453 Posts |
Posted - Dec 12 2010 : 10:46:54 PM
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hey Sherri,
Welcome to the MJF family & farmgirl sisterhood.
I live over on the East side of the state, near a small area called "Spokane"...you may of heard of it! lololol!
We are the ones with all that slushy snow right now! haha!
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom.
"Is it time for my Dirt Manicure yet!"
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://www.graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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cajungal
True Blue Farmgirl
2349 Posts
Catherine Farmgirl Sister #76
Houston Area
Texas
2349 Posts |
Posted - Dec 13 2010 : 05:48:12 AM
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Welcome Sherri!!! You have come to the perfect place.
I'm intrigued by your home. I took a look at the link you provided....really cool! I can't wait to learn more from you.
Blessings!
Catherine
One of the best compliments from one of my daughters: "Moma, you smell good...like dirt." |
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maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
6784 Posts
Hannah
Washington
USA
6784 Posts |
Posted - Dec 13 2010 : 08:37:49 AM
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Welcome Sherri!!
Hugs,
Hannah
Farmgirl sister #1219
Lifes not about the breaths you take, but the moments that take your breath away.
Just a small town country girl, farmgirl,loggergirl, trying to live her dreams. :)
P.s. I've been playing around with the spelling of my name ( weird I know) and I've decided that I will stick with Hannah for good. Sorry I got you all confused. Hugs!! |
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ChaoticMom
Farmgirl at Heart
2 Posts
Karin
Fort Leavenworth
KS
USA
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Posted - Dec 13 2010 : 5:56:44 PM
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I miss WA. ;) We lived in Fircrest. I'm originally from WI (hay dare to you too, eh!), now in KS. A neighbor introduced me to MJF, and I'm very excited. Absolutely new, can't wait to be more involved. ;)
--Karin |
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rough start farmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
3331 Posts
marianne
The Beautiful Pacific NW
Washington State
USA
3331 Posts |
Posted - Dec 14 2010 : 04:49:33 AM
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Welcome Sherri,
You sure came to the right place to find like-minded women!! You've got the solar thing down pat -- how cool! You will be able to get lots of gardening advice from some real master gardeners on the forum. It is nice to meet ya!
Marianne |
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rough start farmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
3331 Posts
marianne
The Beautiful Pacific NW
Washington State
USA
3331 Posts |
Posted - Dec 14 2010 : 04:52:53 AM
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Welcome Karin, too!
We lived in Kansas for a while and when we moved here to "near" Spokane I got so confused when everyone talked about Leavenworth. I thought they meant Fort Leavenworth, not Leavenwortth, WA.
You will love MJF and all the girls will want to welcome you -- maybe you could start a "new topic" in Welcome Wagon and introduce yourself again!
Glad to have you here with us
Marianne |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17453 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17453 Posts |
Posted - Dec 14 2010 : 09:17:02 AM
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hahaha! Marianne...when we lived on Base in Ft. Riley,(back in the '60's) ,,,"Ft Leavenworth" was NOT a household word....lol!
For those of you who don't know, Leavenworth was/is a Military Stockade/prison....
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom.
"Is it time for my Dirt Manicure yet!"
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://www.graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17453 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17453 Posts |
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Ann2144
True Blue Farmgirl
106 Posts
USA
106 Posts |
Posted - Dec 15 2010 : 08:21:04 AM
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HI SHERRIE!!!!!
Yes, I am shouting because I am SO happy to find another Tacoma Farmgirl!! Where do you live? I am currently off of 72nd St near Wapato park, looking to buy around 5 acres south of us. I have a farmgirl chapter set up lookin for members!
Please contact me!!
Ann
Love Each Other
Ann Farmgirl #2144 |
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Countrysidegirl
Farmgirl in Training
23 Posts
Kellie
Yakima
WA
USA
23 Posts |
Posted - Dec 17 2010 : 6:59:32 PM
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I'm in WA too! but so far everyone is several hours away from me. It's very nice to see so many from WA.
Countrygirl forced to live in the city making the best of what she's got. |
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cntrygrl
True Blue Farmgirl
139 Posts
Tommie
Kansas
USA
139 Posts |
Posted - Dec 19 2010 : 07:03:28 AM
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HoWdY Sherri! You'll enjoy these gals.
See you around,
Tommie
~Live~Laugh~Love~
~Dust is a country accent~ |
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sherrye
True Blue Farmgirl
3775 Posts
sherry
bend in the high desert
oregon
USA
3775 Posts |
Posted - Dec 27 2010 : 06:49:48 AM
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howdy sherrie from another sherrye, glad you come join us. happy days sherrye
the learn as we go silk purse farm
farm girl #1014
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buffypuff
True Blue Farmgirl
1183 Posts
Claudia
Deer Park
WA
USA
1183 Posts |
Posted - Jan 20 2011 : 10:36:44 AM
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Hi Sherri & Karin (Chaotic Mom)!
I hope you are dipping your toes into more of all the different posts and getting acquainted with others. It takes a bit to get going but you will have a grand time. I too am from WA state, just north of that "little" Spokane....the 2nd largest city in the state. We have a little over 2 acres here in our small town of Deer Park. We have a good deal of snow now, but I love it here. can't wait til Spring. I hope you step out to post to other areas, like some crafts or recipes etc, There is a lot to learn and share with these ladies. I know it has made my life a little more full. Blessings on your day!
Buffypuff/ Claudia
Farmgirl & Sister #870
"Half of success is the assurance of support along the way." cr
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