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Across the Fence:  What do you think of the new Cluck?  |
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Fiddlehead Farm
True Blue Farmgirl
4562 Posts
Diane
Waupaca
WI
USA
4562 Posts |
 Posted - Mar 02 2013 : 04:55:02 AM
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I got the new and improved Cluck yesterday and all I can say is WOW! 80+ pages of Farmgirl Gorgeousness. What do you all think of it? I like it but it seems to have lots of advertisements and shopping links. I understand the economic need for ads but in this tough economy I don't think we need all that beautiful temptation thrown at us. Other than that I still enjoyed all the articles and how to's and welcome CJ to the group of contributors.
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farmgirl sister #922
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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.
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brightmeadow
True Blue Farmgirl
2047 Posts
Brenda
Lucas
Ohio
USA
2047 Posts |
Posted - Mar 02 2013 : 06:14:26 AM
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I don't mind the advertising - in fact, I found some things I am interested in that I never would have found elsewhere. But I will say that I hate the online format for reading on my laptop. Too much resizing to turn the page and then make it big enough to see - I only just this morning found the button to download the PDF which works 1000% better for me.
Plus with the PDF I can print the pages I am interested in.
You shall eat the fruit of the labor of your hands - You shall be happy and it shall be well with you. -Psalm 128.2
Visit my blogs at http://brightmeadowfarms.blogspot.com (farming) http://brightmeadowknits.blogspot.com (knitting) or my homepage at http://home.earthlink.net/~brightmeadow |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
14026 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
14026 Posts |
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Penny Wise
True Blue Farmgirl
1903 Posts
Margo
Elyria
OH
USA
1903 Posts |
Posted - Mar 02 2013 : 07:51:17 AM
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i'll have to go back and look for the pdf function- with my poor eyesight -even with a large monitor i had trouble reading-
i, too, understand the need for the ads however i could have done without them..
overall..i love it -once i can actually see it!!!
p.s.-i loved loved loved ceejay's smash book tutorial!!!!!
Farmgirl # 2139
proud member of the Farmgirls of the Southwest Henhouse
~*~ counting my pennies; my dreams are adding up!~*~ |
Edited by - Penny Wise on Mar 02 2013 07:52:44 AM |
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MaryJane
Queen Bee
17058 Posts
MaryJane
Moscow
Idaho
USA
17058 Posts |
Posted - Mar 02 2013 : 09:56:22 AM
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Good morning girls! Thanks for the feedback. Our new Sister Issue was a lot of hard work (stay tuned, there’s also a Special Issue coming out on newsstands mid- to late-May). It was fun for my staff to pick their favorites (no ad $s there, just playful window shopping). As you well know, the print world has had its share of downturn. What print advertisers want now are package deals that include online ads, so I’ve been needing to step up to the plate on that for a while. To date, we haven’t allowed the print ads where the $ is: pharmaceutical, toxic lotion and potion products, weight loss ads, food ads from the giants like Kraft, FritoLay, etc. We’re still hand-to-mouth here and using what does come our way to try to make the world a better, less-toxic place while creating jobs in that realm. But it’s an uphill battle. Always has been and always will be. We struggle with the all same things you struggle with, including paying our bills. As always, I hope I can count on your support in an ever-changing world.
P.S. Penny Wise, I use the PDF version myself!
MaryJane, Farmgirl #1 Plowin' Thru ~ giving aprons a good wrap for 45 years and counting ~
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laurentany
True Blue Farmgirl
3259 Posts
Laurie
Patchogue
NY
USA
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Posted - Mar 02 2013 : 10:42:46 AM
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I was so excited to see an expanded version! I too had trouble reading it on my Ipad, so hopped on to the desktop and really enjoyed it! Of course LOVED seeing CJ and her smash book ideas!
While I would love to see an "ad free" magazine etc, i know that it must not be possible. I have seen many other magazines that started out "ad free" have an increase in the number of ads. A sign of the times for sure.  Although, sometimes it is interesting and you do come across a product etc that you would not have otherwise known about, so you have to take the good with the bad!
Overall I definately give it two thumbs up!!!!
Hugs,
~Laurie
"Little Hen House on the Island"
Farmgirl Sister#1403
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
14026 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
14026 Posts |
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Dirtduchess
True Blue Farmgirl
693 Posts
Patsy
Decatur
TX
USA
693 Posts |
Posted - Mar 02 2013 : 1:14:46 PM
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I have downloaded it several times today. The only way I can read it is as an email. My previous Cluck downloaded in my Nook. But this issue will not. I love what I have seen so far. The function 'click' does not work. Also am unable to hear the song at beginning. I need help. Please. I wish we could go to the MaryJane site and click on the Clucks. Or can that be done?
Another question. I downloaded the App for the MJF magazine today. Do I have to pay for the digital version if I am a print subscriber?
Thanks,
Patsy
Farmgirl 4678
Leave room in your garden for the fairies to dance. |
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MaryJane
Queen Bee
17058 Posts
MaryJane
Moscow
Idaho
USA
17058 Posts |
Posted - Mar 02 2013 : 1:55:51 PM
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Hi Dirt Duchess! Even though Gabe was here late Friday night trying to make sure that all of our new Sister Issue functionalities were functional, it sounds like he still has work to do. He'll be here Monday morning and I'm sure he'll be in touch.
Regarding the online app for the magazine, I do know that we went to all the effort it takes to create the magazine online but have sold only a handful of them. Until the numbers improve, my publisher tells me you'll need to pay separately. Let us know if you have any problems with the app. I've never downloaded an app in my life. I barely know what one is. I'm impressed by your bravery.
MaryJane, Farmgirl #1 Plowin' Thru ~ giving aprons a good wrap for 45 years and counting ~
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britchickny
True Blue Farmgirl
1048 Posts
Angie
Port Orange
Florida
1048 Posts |
Posted - Mar 02 2013 : 1:56:05 PM
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Just wondering when i will receive my Cluck in my In-box? I just renewed my sisterhood and have already received my new number in the mail etc.
Sounds like this is a great issue of Cluck.
ANGIE
"Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance" JUDE 1:2
http://www.pinkroomponderings.blogspot.com/
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Penny Wise
True Blue Farmgirl
1903 Posts
Margo
Elyria
OH
USA
1903 Posts |
Posted - Mar 02 2013 : 2:02:00 PM
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angie-make sure you are looking for the "Sister issue"--it's not called Cluck anymore!! it really is impressive!!!!
oh-and maybe look in your spam folder? just in case????
Farmgirl # 2139
proud member of the Farmgirls of the Southwest Henhouse
~*~ counting my pennies; my dreams are adding up!~*~ |
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britchickny
True Blue Farmgirl
1048 Posts
Angie
Port Orange
Florida
1048 Posts |
Posted - Mar 02 2013 : 2:26:42 PM
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Thank-you. Nothing in spam, but I will keep my beady eyes open -i don't want to miss ANYTHING!! quote:
Originally posted by Penny Wise
angie-make sure you are looking for the "Sister issue"--it's not called Cluck anymore!! it really is impressive!!!!
oh-and maybe look in your spam folder? just in case????
Farmgirl # 2139
proud member of the Farmgirls of the Southwest Henhouse
~*~ counting my pennies; my dreams are adding up!~*~
ANGIE
"Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance" JUDE 1:2
http://www.pinkroomponderings.blogspot.com/
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HodgeLodge
True Blue Farmgirl
662 Posts
Tiana
Berkeley Springs
WV
USA
662 Posts |
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MaryJane
Queen Bee
17058 Posts
MaryJane
Moscow
Idaho
USA
17058 Posts |
Posted - Mar 02 2013 : 2:35:09 PM
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britchickny, send me your email address directly (not through the chatroom) and I will send it to you right now and then I'll check with Brian on Monday to make sure you're on our mail list, maryjane@maryjanesfarm.org. You too HodgeLodge!
MaryJane, Farmgirl #1 Plowin' Thru ~ giving aprons a good wrap for 45 years and counting ~
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britchickny
True Blue Farmgirl
1048 Posts
Angie
Port Orange
Florida
1048 Posts |
Posted - Mar 02 2013 : 2:40:34 PM
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Just sent you a pm. Thank-you. (excited)
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Originally posted by MaryJane
britchickny, send me your email address directly (not through the chatroom) and I will send it to you right now and then I'll check with Brian on Monday to make sure you're on our mail list, maryjane@maryjanesfarm.org. You too HodgeLodge!
MaryJane, Farmgirl #1 Plowin' Thru ~ giving aprons a good wrap for 45 years and counting ~
ANGIE
"Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance" JUDE 1:2
http://www.pinkroomponderings.blogspot.com/
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nabrown42
True Blue Farmgirl
409 Posts
Nancy
Caneyville
KY
USA
409 Posts |
Posted - Mar 02 2013 : 5:01:42 PM
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How does one go about subscribing to the Cluck?
"I've wept in the night for the shortness of sight that to someone's needs I've been blind; but I've yet to feel a twinge of regret for being a little too kind." |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
14026 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
14026 Posts |
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nabrown42
True Blue Farmgirl
409 Posts
Nancy
Caneyville
KY
USA
409 Posts |
Posted - Mar 02 2013 : 5:56:14 PM
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Thanks...I just did and look forward to receiving my copy.
NB
"I've wept in the night for the shortness of sight that to someone's needs I've been blind; but I've yet to feel a twinge of regret for being a little too kind." |
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britchickny
True Blue Farmgirl
1048 Posts
Angie
Port Orange
Florida
1048 Posts |
Posted - Mar 03 2013 : 04:22:31 AM
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All I can say is WOW. Jam packed with so much. Awesome design and well laid out. I have to admit I don't mind the ads as they are well chosen and appropriate.
I am just not able to save it onto my computer. Am I missing something?
ANGIE
"Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance" JUDE 1:2
http://www.pinkroomponderings.blogspot.com/
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Dirtduchess
True Blue Farmgirl
693 Posts
Patsy
Decatur
TX
USA
693 Posts |
Posted - Mar 03 2013 : 05:59:49 AM
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I could not get it to download on Nook on my IPad but I was able to download on Kindle on my IPad. Can't wait to read it this afternoon.
Patsy
Farmgirl 4678
Leave room in your garden for the fairies to dance. |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
14026 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
14026 Posts |
Posted - Mar 03 2013 : 06:13:05 AM
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Nancy,
Welcome to the Sisterhood! My guess is that you probably won't automatically receive this issue of the Cluck. Perhaps if you go back to MaryJane's post and send her an email to the email address she listed there, letting her know you've joined the sisterhood and want your name added to the list, etc. that would help. And, if you want to receive the current issue that we're all chatting about, just ask about getting that one sent to you as well.
Hope that helps!
Again, welcome!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
Mother Hen: FARMGIRLS SOUTHWEST HENHOUSE
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nabrown42
True Blue Farmgirl
409 Posts
Nancy
Caneyville
KY
USA
409 Posts |
Posted - Mar 03 2013 : 09:03:08 AM
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CeeJay, I sent MaryJane a message. Is the Cluck a digital download or hard copy?
"I've wept in the night for the shortness of sight that to someone's needs I've been blind; but I've yet to feel a twinge of regret for being a little too kind." |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
14026 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
14026 Posts |
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nabrown42
True Blue Farmgirl
409 Posts
Nancy
Caneyville
KY
USA
409 Posts |
Posted - Mar 03 2013 : 09:45:32 AM
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MaryJane sent it to me and as soon as dinner is started, I'll be buried in the computer reading it all.
"I've wept in the night for the shortness of sight that to someone's needs I've been blind; but I've yet to feel a twinge of regret for being a little too kind." |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
14026 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
14026 Posts |
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Mar 03 2013 : 7:48:52 PM
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I love it! AWESOME! CJ - I just loved your smash book article! I have been working on smash books with the girls that I babysit for the past year! Yours are an inspiration!!! LOVE them!!! Kudos to you, sister! Hugs - Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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