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06/28/10, 08:51 PM
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I enjoy attending Cyndi and Paul's weekend because it is like going home again. When I was coming up it wasn't called homesteading, it was called the way of life. We never lived on a farm, but my Mom always had a large garden, canned, and butchered her own chickens, which she got from a local farm. We always helped out the farmers at harvest time and the women did the cooking on a wood burning stove. When Cyndi was growing up we also had a large garden and even though she doesn't remember, I always canned the produce from the garden. Spending any weekend with my DD is wonderful, but their homesteading weekend is very special because of all the likeminded folks who attend. There is always so much to learn, even at my age. (which I can't seem to keep secret with Cyndi around) LOL  I always carry away many memories from these weekends but this year I must say the best was seeing my GD and 3 GGchildren.
Ivy, I missed you alot this year.
Looking forward to seeing all the folks again next year and hopefully meet many more.
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06/28/10, 09:11 PM
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Yes, he does. He just can't eat a whole one. 
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Ivy, I missed you alot this year.
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Y'know, I miss you too, Mom Carol. Life keeps getting busier, and it gets harder to do the things I want to do, see the people I want to see...
I am so glad that all y'all went out to Muller's. Visiting there has always felt like coming home to me.
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06/28/10, 09:13 PM
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Processing chickens:
In all pictures, names from left to right, top to bottom.
TheGoodLife (Karen), TallPines, Karen's DH, Dave (Bwana)
Bwana, TheGoodLife's DH, Jackson
TallPines, Bwana No, TallPines doesn't have something sticking out of her mouth ...
MullersLaneFarm (sometimes Paul), TheGoodLife, Jackson, TallPines, TheGoodLife's DH, Bwana
TheGoodLife and her DH
MullersLaneFarm (sometimes Paul), TheGoodLife, TallPines, Jackson, TheGoodLife's DH
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06/28/10, 09:26 PM
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Belgian Draft Horse Demo:
top: Ernie, Paul, big horse butt, SpringValley (Marc)
bottom: interested children
Bwana, 'scovy duck/trapper guy, TheGoodLife's DH, Jackson, Kaeko2003 (my mom), TallPines, girl child, big horse butt
Forerunner, Ernie, Paul, big horse butt, Marc (going on and on as he does, in animation!) big horse butt (also children)
Forerunner, Liz, TallPine's DH, 'scovy duck children & scovy duck mom
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06/28/10, 09:33 PM
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06/28/10, 09:50 PM
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Did you move the kitchen table? It looks like it's a bit farther away from the west wall...
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06/28/10, 10:29 PM
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Wow, what a bunch of mug shots, maybe as homesteaders we will be on the post office wall next week after this. Cydni`s mom is such a hoot, and a wonderful lady and I hope to look as good if I get to seventy one. I think if everyone knew how much fun we really have at Mullers Lane farm you guys may not have room for everyone. >Thanks Again, Marc
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06/28/10, 10:44 PM
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Did you move the kitchen table? It looks like it's a bit farther away from the west wall...
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Paul put his sewing machine against the middle window of the west wall. Just enough room to pull the chair back. it might be the angle of the shot that makes it look a bit farther from the wall.
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06/29/10, 07:26 AM
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I think we need to schedule a vacation up that way next year! Looks awesome.
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06/29/10, 09:17 AM
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It was a great time, Cyndi and Paul! Thnx for inviting us. I wish we had been there for more...but at least I finally got to spin on a wheel. 
Yes, mama, you MUST come next year!!!
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06/29/10, 09:24 AM
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Cyndi - I'd give anything to have your genetics -not dern fair.
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Unfortunately, I take after my Dad's side of the family ...
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What a great bunch of photos and what a wonderful report from all of you. I am DEFINITELY coming next year...
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That would be terrific!!  I'll put you in charge of the spinners & knitters ...
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06/29/10, 09:26 AM
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Yay! You registered! See MamaJ, we're taking care of our girl up here.
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06/29/10, 09:29 AM
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I think we need to schedule a vacation up that way next year!
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I think you should too.
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06/29/10, 11:27 AM
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Thanks for taking the time to post the photos. Looks like a good time was had by all. Very impressive wall of canned goods, complete with blue ribbons. I need to mapquest and see how far a trek for next years' event. You have a beautiful homestead and an inspiration for all.
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Cyndi - I'd give anything to have your genetics -not dern fair.
What a great bunch of photos and what a wonderful report from all of you. I am DEFINITELY coming next year... |
Me too WIHH. Going to make a special effort to be there.
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06/29/10, 12:25 PM
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06/29/10, 06:00 PM
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Well Cyndi, you got paul and mine best side I can see, Banding the bull calves. What wonderful pictures, now I know everyone will regret not coming out to your place. Once again thanks for a wonderful weekend. >Marc
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06/29/10, 07:42 PM
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Those latest pics are from Bwana (Wisconsin Dave)
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06/29/10, 07:58 PM
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Me too WIHH. Going to make a special effort to be there.
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Well, heck, then I'd better start training someone to chore for me so we can make it next year for sure!
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06/30/10, 09:14 AM
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Oh Pony! Could ya? Would ya? It's been tooo long since our families have been together!!
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