What the Heck is a Slow Flower?

Posted on June 24, 2016 by Beach Farmgirl Deb Bosworth
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Dear Sisters,

Happy Summer! And, while we’re spreading joy around, Happy American Flowers Week, too! Yes! Flowers have their own week now. I couldn’t be happier about that. I hope your farms and gardens are off to a good start this season and you’re digging into this lush and colorful time of year. As you know, Summer is my favorite time of year to be ” in the flowers” or, “at the beach”. Today, we’re talking flowers, slow flowers to be exact. Just what the heck is a ‘slow flower’ anyway? Continue reading →

  1. Debra Prinzing says:
    June 27, 2016 at 5:44 am

    Hi Debbie, thank you for writing such a fantastic piece about your personal relationship with local and seasonal flowers — and for inspiring your readers to join the life of local flowers! American Flowers Week is a young endeavor (we’re only in Year 2) but I’m so encouraged by the way this little campaign is raising awareness among consumers and along all channels of the floral industry. We are so fortunate to have flowers that we grow ourselves in our lives! Thank YOU! Debra

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  2. Krista says:
    June 27, 2016 at 1:15 pm

    I love the smell of fresh flowers! They always smell so pretty and elegant. My dad bought me a rose bush for Mother’s Day and the roses smell absolutely divine. I have always been a fan of using my own flowers simply because of convenience and price but now knowing some more background I will be happy to continue using my own flowers and other locally grown flowers. Thank you for sharing the coloring contest picture. It will be fun to print that out and color.

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  3. Dori Troutman says:
    June 27, 2016 at 5:44 pm

    Deb, I just loved this blog post! I am so mesmerized by the whole slow flower movement. And our flower cart on your blog post?!!! Oh how we love that crazy thing! Now if our “slow” flowers would just get to blooming we could be in business again. It sure has been a tough spring on the flowers.

    Big hugs to you, dear friend.

    – Dori –

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  4. Vivian Monroe says:
    June 28, 2016 at 4:05 am

    Deb your flowers and arrangements are always beautiful and Farm Girl Fresh. Love it, and love we have a FLowers week. Love the print to color cant wait to print it out and color in to put in my Garden area. Thanks for sharing and as always be blessed, and Happy 4th. 🙂 Neta

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  5. Donna Kozak says:
    June 28, 2016 at 12:10 pm

    Hi, Deb – Love your beautiful bouquets…I’m going out to my garden right now and picking a wonderfully smelling bunch of flowers – the weather up here in western Canada has been perfect for most of our backyard gardens…and there is nothing lovelier than a bouquet right from our garden !

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  6. Joan says:
    July 29, 2016 at 12:09 pm

    Hi Deb, Love your beautiful bouquets! Next year I am going to do my best to get some cutting flowers in my flower gardens – they are all wild flowers – mostly Holly Hocks and Queen Anne’s lace so some beautiful colors will be nice to have. You always have some of the finest. I noticed a stem with little pumpkins, are they real? Again thanks for sharing your lovlies.

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    • Deb Bosworth says:
      July 29, 2016 at 12:45 pm

      Hi Joan,
      Great to hear from you! I adore Holly Hocks and Queen Anne’s Lace. The little pumpkins you see are indeed, real. They are called ” Pumpkin on a Stick” or Ornamental Eggplant. I grew them the first year I started my flower farm and fell in love with them. Thanks so much for the note… I hope your summer is going swimmingly! xo Deb

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Tart and Tasty Raspberry Rhubarb Crisp

Posted on May 27, 2016 by Beach Farmgirl Deb Bosworth

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Dear sisters,

Where did the month of May go? Spring is like that isn’t it? We wait and wait for the weather to turn warm and all of a sudden it’s Memorial Day. If you’re like me ( and every other American ) you are looking forward to a long weekend of R and R with some time set aside for remembering loved ones who have left this earthy world and those who have served and continue to serve our country so we can live free. No doubt you’ll be firing up the grill and dishing up some of your favorite cook-out side dishes and desserts too. I just happen to have some freshly harvested rhubarb I need to use up. Today I’m sharing my Raspberry Rhubarb Crisp recipe. It’s easy, tarty and tasty! Come on in for a bite.

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  1. Krista says:
    May 27, 2016 at 10:59 am

    Rhubarb is one of my favorites! I enjoy eating it fresh and plain. Must be the tartness that draws me in. I personally haven’t made anything with rhubarb, but many of my family members have made pies, crisps, and cakes using rhubarb. This year I would like to attempt and make something using rhubarb. Not sure what yet. I have many memories of being at my grandparents house and picking rhubarb from their garden. We would also play with the large leaves. Sometimes even turning them into hats! Thanks for sharing your recipe. I will have to give it a try.

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    • Deb Bosworth says:
      June 3, 2016 at 7:51 am

      Hi Krista! Rhubarb is definitely an old fashioned kind of plant that stirs all kinds of delicious memories. Love the hat idea! I can picture it. xo Deb

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  2. Tracy says:
    May 27, 2016 at 11:06 am

    I cook it down with a little sugar, like applesauce, and use it as a topping for pound cake, ice cream, and pancakes.

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  3. Vivian Monroe says:
    May 27, 2016 at 3:45 pm

    Hi Deb, I love love love Rhubarb, I havent tried to grow any but I just may now. I love making Rhubarb/Strawberry pie, and crisps. Cant wait to try yours. Thanks for sharing. I got my Apron and I love it. I posted a pic of me wearing it on Fluffy Feathers FB page, I tried to find you on FB to post a pic but couldnt find ya. Anyway I have some babies ordered and they will be here June 6th so I will have chickens again. So apron was just in time. Be Blessed, have a safe wonderful fun filled weekend. 🙂 Neta

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    • Deb Bosworth says:
      June 3, 2016 at 7:52 am

      Hi dear Neta! I’ll have to go hunt you down in your Fluffy Layers Apron… so happy you are enjoying it:) Blessings and hugs!
      Deb

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  4. Mary Rauch says:
    May 28, 2016 at 7:58 am

    I think it is important to add a little pinch of SALT to every rhubarb recipe. It adds a major flavor to the all over result. … don’t know why.

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    • Deb Bosworth says:
      June 3, 2016 at 7:54 am

      Hi Mary!
      I’ll keep that in mind next time I cook with Rhubarb. I wonder if it brings out the tartness or calms it down? Thanks for the tip! Deb

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  5. Denise Ross says:
    May 30, 2016 at 3:30 am

    Yummy looking crisp Deb. Thanks so much for sharing. I’m going to have a go at this and have a go at growing it too. Have a glorious weekend Deb.

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  6. Susan says:
    June 11, 2016 at 7:38 am

    Mom always made Rhubarb cream pie and crisps. I started growing Rhubarb a few years ago and had one early picking this year. It seems like it takes a Long time to produce. I love to cook mine with various fruits like strawberries, blueberries, pears, apples or peaches all together which naturally sweetens it then since I have sugar issues I use a little Stevia. If it needs a little more. Enjoy it on toast or mixed with cottage cheese.

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    • Deb Bosworth says:
      June 14, 2016 at 12:21 pm

      I agree. I think it was the third year before we were able to harvest as well. I’m still kicking myself for not planting more! Rhubarb Cream Pie is something I haven’t tried. Thanks for sharing, Susan!
      xo Deb

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The Beach Farmgirl Goes To Work ( PLUS our Egg Apron Winner)

Posted on April 21, 2016 by Beach Farmgirl Deb Bosworth

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After 16 years of being a professional domestic engineer, (homemaker) I’ve joined the outside work force once again and I am loving it! At first, I didn’t like the idea very much mostly because it marks the end of a very special chapter in my life. Our youngest turned 18 this year and suddenly this stay at home mom was out of a job. I’ll admit there have been more than a few tears during this transition, but the joy of seeing our young adult children finding their way in the world and meeting their adult responsibilities helps to ease the sadness I was feeling. I just bet some of my farmgirl pals can relate. While we don’t have an empty nest yet, they certainly don’t need mamma like they used to! Have you guessed what I’m doing for work yet? Come on in and see if you’re right! Also, be sure to stay with me till the bottom of this post. I’m announcing our winner of the Fluffy Layers Egg Collecting Apron Giveaway! Continue reading →

  1. Krista says:
    April 21, 2016 at 2:40 pm

    Congratulations on the new job! I’m so glad your are enjoying every moment of it and learning many new things along the way. Your moss purses are super adorable. I would love one of those for my patio table. Also, congrats to Vivian for winning the super cute apron.

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  2. Kathy says:
    April 22, 2016 at 5:10 am

    Congratulations on your new position and also to Vivian! You will be fantastic at designing and working with all the plants and fun statues, pots, baskets, etc.

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  3. Junebug says:
    April 22, 2016 at 8:05 am

    Sounds like the perfect job for you!! That is if you want to call it a job??? How about playing with plants away from home and getting paid for it. Enjoy this new time of your journey!!

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  4. Diane Van Horn says:
    April 29, 2016 at 6:48 am

    You fit in very nicely in your new job! If you are doing what you love, it doesn’t seem like work. I also started part time at a greenhouse. The first two weeks were transplanting the little seedlings into bigger pots. I have never transplanted so many plants. I must have done about 500 tomatoes and 1000 herbs! I am working for trade. I went in to see about bulk garden soil and ended up getting a job! I have to start my gardens all over since we bought our little homestead just last November so I “need” a lot of garden supplies. I will probably end up spending more than I make!

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    • Deb Bosworth says:
      April 29, 2016 at 7:34 am

      Oh, the danger of spending my entire paycheck, is REAL! It gets harder to control myself as the season progresses and more goodies come in to the nursery! Trying a new Floribunda Rose this year in a pretty coral peach color. I’ll keep ya posted! Enjoy your new job! xo Deb

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  5. bonnie ellis says:
    April 29, 2016 at 6:59 am

    That new job is just fabulous for you! I wish I was 54 again ( I’ll be 74) in July. I love your posts and your beautiful pictures. Don’t get too busy that you stop them. Have fun!

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    • Deb Bosworth says:
      April 29, 2016 at 7:32 am

      Hi Bonnie,
      It does seem to be a good fit for me right now. I promise I won’t get too busy to write. You’re sweet. I’d miss everyone too much!
      xo Deb

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  6. Laura R. says:
    April 29, 2016 at 7:04 am

    Congrats, Deb! I can so relate to all of this, as a year ago, at 55, I started a new part-time job at a health food store. I spent all of my 8 hour shifts standing, and looked immediately for supportive shoes. Also, I spend most of my paycheck at the store, lol. It was a triumph of working out of my comfort zone on many levels, and so healthy for me on many more. Just as your job is, following your passions and unleashing your creativity ! And it is good to be out in the world and meeting new people all the time 🙂

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    • Deb Bosworth says:
      April 29, 2016 at 7:30 am

      Thanks Laura! Congrats to you too. Good for you for getting out there and finding work that not only makes you feel better, but you get to help other people do the same. So many rewards in that.
      Keep up the good work. 🙂
      xo Deb

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  7. Marge Hofknecht says:
    April 29, 2016 at 7:56 am

    The photos you posted look “yummy” if you know what I mean. Some of them would make great faded background scrapbook pages! At least, to me they would. It is a pleasant feeling to be working at what you love doing and getting paid for it. I’m an origami instructor and back when I lived in Philadelphia I was paid to teach origami at a couple of assisted living facilities. I so looked forward to it. Besides the pay which was nice the older people there were so interesting. Many loved to reminisce and I enjoyed their stories. Some hesitated to try folding something and would rather just sit and watch BUT with encouragement and hands-on assistance they eventually sat back in their wheelchairs happy and proud holding their finished model in their arthritic hands. I’m happy for you that you are able to “work” at what you love. It is so satisfying, I know. Have a blessed day and thank you for all the lovely photos. May the garden center by overrun with — customers!

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  8. Vivian Monroe says:
    April 29, 2016 at 1:13 pm

    Deb, I am sooo excited about winning the apron. Thank you and Tara from Fluffy Layers for the surprise. And what a nice surprise since tomorrow is my big 60 birthday. My sweetie and I and our two 4 legged babies are on a trip rving across the country pretty much. We have been in 10 states in 6 days and I even met some of the “Sisters on the Fly girls” in Shreveport while at home visiting my grandbaby for his 2nd birthday. Cute Glampers they were. Now we are staying put for 4 nites in beautiful Minnesota, but it is a little cool here. Going touring some Amish farms tomorrow as I love their work ethics and how beautiful some of their crafts are. Thanks again and congrats on your new job, and yes you probably will NOT make it home with your paycheck. 🙂 Be Blessed. Neta

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  9. Marilyn says:
    April 29, 2016 at 4:41 pm

    Good luck with your job. The flowers look so beautiful.Enjoy!
    Marilyn

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  10. Joan says:
    April 29, 2016 at 9:07 pm

    Congratulations Vivian!!! And to you too, Deb!!! I am the lucky one though, you there and my friend Lisa, here, are both super gardeners and you both are ’emptyish nesters’ and both are now working at garden centers — I am so happy for both of you and thanks for sharing your super pictures, my fingers are itching to get at the gardening but we received a foot of snow today – with a bit more to come, so I will be waiting till around Memorial Day to do most of my prettying up outside but thanks for the great ideas. God bless.

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  11. Pam DeMarrais says:
    May 2, 2016 at 5:29 pm

    Congratulations on your newest job! I love the garden boxes that you designed the arrangements for! You are in your element. Enjoy this new chapter of your life.

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An EGGstraspecial Spring Giveaway

Posted on March 25, 2016 by Beach Farmgirl Deb Bosworth
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Enter to win this full apron with ten mini egg-sized pockets!

Dear Sisters,

Happy Spring! And, Happy Easter! Isn’t it great to see the greening of the earth again? While that might just be my favorite thing about spring, the next best thing is gathering fresh eggs straight from our backyard coop. I still get a rush at the sight of the first FRESH eggs of the season. And what better way to collect them in than a fashionable Egg Collecting Apron from Fluffy Layers! Tara J.Grier, founder of Fluffy Layers is giving away one or her darling aprons to a lucky farmgirl! Come on in for a chance to win!

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  1. Sandy says:
    March 25, 2016 at 5:38 am

    I just love the egg gathering apron idea. I have a habit of sticking them in my pocket. We all know that doesn’t always work so well. Wearing the apron would be a nice hands free way to collect eggs

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  2. Tammy says:
    March 25, 2016 at 6:11 am

    Love these cute aprons. Going to visit her blog. Happy Easter.

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  3. Judy says:
    March 25, 2016 at 6:12 am

    love the “egg”stra special design! It would work for lots of farm-girls….not just those with chickens.

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  4. Debbie says:
    March 25, 2016 at 6:18 am

    What an ingenious idea in a darling package!

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  5. Ginny Mapes says:
    March 25, 2016 at 6:20 am

    Very cute aprons, love them. These are perfect for collecting eggs! Thanks so much for sharing.

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  6. Joanne Nicholson says:
    March 25, 2016 at 6:23 am

    I will be 50 this July and I have always wanted chickens and to collect our own eggs. I live in a condo presently, but this year I am making it happen. I think all of the aprons are lovely but but your simple half apron is me and I’d hang it in my kitchen as a reminder (to make it happen). Happy Spring!

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  7. Joanie Hendricks says:
    March 25, 2016 at 6:24 am

    What a great idea! I love the one with the ruffle!

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  8. Paula says:
    March 25, 2016 at 6:27 am

    These aprons are the bomb! What else would you need for gathering eggs quickly on a cool spring day? I would love to win one!

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  9. Katy Lamb says:
    March 25, 2016 at 6:28 am

    Absolutely love these aprons. My niece is such a chicken decor person and she works on a chicken farm collecting eggs. These remind me of her so much.

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  10. Jacque Sweany says:
    March 25, 2016 at 6:28 am

    Sassy, fashionable and useful! Love them all.

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  13. Dalyn says:
    March 25, 2016 at 6:36 am

    I love aprons- but an apron with little eggs pockets? Genius! And practical! I’m always rooting around for pockets in my jackets and pants to carry the eggs back up the hill from the coop after I milk the goats in the barn. I love this idea and you might as well be cute while you work so I love the ruffles best!

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  14. Mary Chapman says:
    March 25, 2016 at 6:39 am

    A very big Happy Easter too you! I love your stories about your hens. I grew up with chickens and miss having them. I love the aprons. They are so cute and cleaver. Great idea. Sincerely Mary

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  15. Geri Letki says:
    March 25, 2016 at 6:41 am

    Love, Love, Love the aprons!!! My daughter is getting chickens and she would these aprons too.

    Geri

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  16. Deborah Meyer says:
    March 25, 2016 at 6:45 am

    I live the aprons. Such a neat idea.

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  17. Cheryl says:
    March 25, 2016 at 6:51 am

    There is nothing I like better than chickens and beautiful fabric!! And putting both together , making something practical with it is all I need to be content all day. I probably would wear that apron all day!!!

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  18. Jenny says:
    March 25, 2016 at 6:54 am

    Oh my word, how sweet! The egg pockets are perfect 🙂 we just started keeping chickens this year, and the kids are LOVING it! Thanks for the opportunity to enter, and thanks for your fun blog!

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  19. rebecca N says:
    March 25, 2016 at 6:57 am

    These are absolutely adorable and practical!

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  20. Pat S says:
    March 25, 2016 at 7:10 am

    Tres Cool. I can see using in the house while cooking. Instead of bringing out the whole carton, just put the eggs you need in your apron.

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  21. Linda Estes says:
    March 25, 2016 at 7:23 am

    Tara, each one of these aprons are great ideas! They are so cute and would help in carrying eggs, which I have caught myself without a basket and had to stop and go get one to carry my eggs in. Such a great idea!
    Happy Easter!
    Linda

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  22. Terri says:
    March 25, 2016 at 7:32 am

    Super cute and handy. We are getting six baby chicks next week. I am looking forward to having fresh eggs and raising my “girls” once again .

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  23. Dorothy Sparks says:
    March 25, 2016 at 7:32 am

    These aprons are so so cute. And would be used at my house but not for eggs. There are a lot of things I could put in those pockets.

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  24. Pamela R. says:
    March 25, 2016 at 7:44 am

    I love these aprons! Great design idea and such cute prints!

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  25. Joan says:
    March 25, 2016 at 7:56 am

    What a super idea and done up so pretty!!! Thanks for the great giveaway and congrats to the winner!!! gather in joy. Happy Easter to all of you too.

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  26. Vickie Farris says:
    March 25, 2016 at 8:06 am

    I am a loving and affectionate “Mother Hen” of a daughter who raises a small flock of chickens. She’s so cute with them and I wanted to share some of her feelings regarding her little hen family:

    “Each morning as the ladies are milling and pecking, I love the feeling I get when I open the back door and they come dashing in my direction cackling and clucking in unison.
    I’m flattered that they’re happy to see me even though I know they’re really just anxious to dig in to their feed.
    They’re happy – I’m happy — and it’s a great start to each day.
    I love the feeling I get when I find the pretty pastel treasures that my little ladies leave me, expecting nothing in return.
    I love letting them out of the run, free to roam, while I do my gardening or simply sit and enjoy the sunshine.
    I love that each and every one of our chickens have their own unique personalities; sweet and spunky, feisty and friendly and a little bit goofy at times.
    They’re amazingly intelligent, social and even cuddly little beings; God’s beautiful creatures. They’ve taught me and my family so much. They make me smile and I LOVE THEM DEARLY.”

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  27. Michelle says:
    March 25, 2016 at 8:17 am

    My daughter and I collect cute aprons. Since she collects eggs for me every morning, this one would go into her collection. What fun!

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  28. Sunnie says:
    March 25, 2016 at 8:42 am

    They are so cute, I like the patterns and the functionality of them!

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  29. Suzanne Francke says:
    March 25, 2016 at 8:45 am

    Love the idea. Don’t have chickens now but i have a friend who raises angora rabbits for her fiber farm in NY. she has ducks and chickens in the barn. She would love this.

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  30. Connie Howard says:
    March 25, 2016 at 8:50 am

    What a brilliant design ! Very clever ! If my name were picked, the apron would be loved and used daily on my little ( 6 Australorps ) hobby farm .

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  31. ruth mccauley says:
    March 25, 2016 at 9:06 am

    love the idea….I have had many “scrambled” pockets….

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  32. ruth mccauley says:
    March 25, 2016 at 9:07 am

    love the idea…have had many scrambled pockets

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  33. Donna Kozak, Langley BC Canada says:
    March 25, 2016 at 9:09 am

    Just love the beautiful and useful aprons – my older girls have been laying all winter (their coop has a nice timed heat lamp!!)..and my new ‘fluffy layers’ – lavender orpingtons will be laying soon so I have to get one of those lovely aprons – putting 4 or 5 eggs in my pockets is NOT a good idea !

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  34. Krista says:
    March 25, 2016 at 9:14 am

    These aprons are a great idea. You can collect your eggs and bring them in without a chance of dropping them or breaking them against each other. Her fabrics are absolutely perfect for egg collecting. My favorite one is the very first one with black and bright colors! Happy Spring and Happy Easter!

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  35. Nancy M says:
    March 25, 2016 at 9:20 am

    What a cute apron! I don’t have chickens yet but it’s on our goal list. We live in town and can only have 4 chickens but I’m hoping to have them one day.

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  36. gretchen goodwin says:
    March 25, 2016 at 9:36 am

    Oh Debbie , these aprons are wonderful, such a great design. They can be used for all sorts of things as well as egg gathering. Thank you for telling us about them. I always looks forward to your Beach Farmgirl blog. You are fun and add sunshine to my day! Thank you!

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  37. Carmen says:
    March 25, 2016 at 9:55 am

    What cute aprons!! These would make a great gift for my girlfriend who has her own little flock of fun. Thanks for sharing them with us.

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  38. Stacey Mitchell says:
    March 25, 2016 at 10:55 am

    What a way to carry those precious little eggs and keep them safe. Great idea.

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  39. Shirley says:
    March 25, 2016 at 10:56 am

    I love them. I can see them being very helpful

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  40. Carol says:
    March 25, 2016 at 11:33 am

    What a great idea! I would love to win this for my 18 year old daughter who is the keeper of the chickens at our home. She has used all manner of basket, bucket, and bag but she would love those handy pockets. She even has the boots to match.

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  41. Deb says:
    March 25, 2016 at 2:33 pm

    Love these aprons, not only adorable but practical and so cheery!

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  42. Marilyn says:
    March 25, 2016 at 3:55 pm

    These aprons are adorable. Thanks for the giveaway. Easter Blessings to you and yours.
    Marilyn

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  43. Joan says:
    March 25, 2016 at 3:56 pm

    All of these aprons are so cute. Thank you for the chance to win one. Happy Easter.
    Joan

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  44. Marion says:
    March 25, 2016 at 3:58 pm

    I think each and everyone of these aprons are so lovely and colorful. Thank you for this generous giveaway. Have a Blessed Easter.
    Marion

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  45. Peggy Mills says:
    March 25, 2016 at 4:03 pm

    I love the half apron with 10 egg pockets. That would be perfect since my sweet flock of 15 fluffie-butts usually leave me an average of 10 eggs each day. The fabrics are so cute, too. Thanks, also, for sending us to Fluffy Layers’ blog. Two new favorites now!

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  46. Cindi says:
    March 25, 2016 at 4:36 pm

    Too too cute!!

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  47. Brenda Towsley says:
    March 25, 2016 at 4:58 pm

    Happy Easter Deb! I have been seeing these aprons recently popping up on here and there on the internet. I have thought they are cute, I have such a habit of breaking eggs I stick in my pockets I wonder if this would be a help. I would like to win one!

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  48. Janeen says:
    March 25, 2016 at 5:00 pm

    Such a cute and practical idea. It reminds me of aprons used in the maternity ward of a hospital in case they have to evacuate the babies.

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  49. Kathy k says:
    March 25, 2016 at 5:19 pm

    Love your aprons! It would make collecting eggs from our 8 chickens much easier!!!

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  50. Randi Cook says:
    March 25, 2016 at 6:01 pm

    I love these aprons. I’m always putting the eggs in my jacket pockets. I got 7 girls that are finally getting back to laying after the winter and spring molt.

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Beach Fever

Posted on February 25, 2016 by Beach Farmgirl Deb Bosworth

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Dear sisters,

Have you had enough of winter or are you still in hibernation mode? I love winter. I really do.  I’ve learned to sink into it and relish the quiet and the cold. But come this time of year my biological beach clock starts ticking letting me know that spring is just a few short weeks away and not only will it be time to set my flower farm plans in motion, but our annual ritual of returning to the beach will begin again too. BEACH FEVER is setting in and it’s contagious! Continue reading →

  1. Debbie says:
    February 25, 2016 at 4:33 pm

    Oh the beach the beach! What beautiful pictures and cottage! The lobster pot is calling out an invitation to me for dinner…. I can hear it so clearly!
    Spring fever has me also! I am planting many of my green babies this weekend. I cannot wait! Happy “almost spring”!

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  2. Dori Troutman says:
    February 25, 2016 at 7:45 pm

    Oh Deb…. this just makes me want to visit your little cottage on the shore more than ever!!!! That little place is so darling. 🙂 Glad you’ve had a more mile winter – I know last year was a doozy!

    Hugs,

    – Dori –

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  3. Krista says:
    February 26, 2016 at 1:57 pm

    Oh how I am missing the beach right now! I am super ecstatic to have warm weather rolling in soon. I wish I was sitting on your cozy sun porch right now with the warmth of the sun and a glass of lemonade. Your cottage is adorable. I bet it’s a fun place to stay in the spring and summer. Enjoy your delicious lobster dinners and beautiful sunsets this coming season. I’m just a tad bit jealous!

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    • Deb Bosworth says:
      March 1, 2016 at 10:49 am

      I promise to keep the beach life coming your way. How’s that sound, Krista? Wishing you some time near the shore this year!

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  4. Ann says:
    February 27, 2016 at 11:15 am

    I grew up near the ocean myself and even though I live in northernmost NH nowadays, I swear I have salt water in my veins. This time of year I start craving time at our ocean place in York Beach, Maine, which has been in our family since it was first built in 1905. Currently I co-own it with 10 family members. I’m always the first one lucky enough to spend time there and have already booked my first trip for April!. Can’t wait! I can already smell the salt air on the wind (in my imagination, of course.)

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  5. Victoria Hall says:
    February 27, 2016 at 11:52 am

    That Max just melts my heat!!!

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  6. Victoria Hall says:
    February 27, 2016 at 11:53 am

    Ooopps!!! I mean’t HEART!!!! My HEART!!!! (cringe).

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  7. Cindy McCormick says:
    February 27, 2016 at 12:03 pm

    Hi! My name is Cindy & I live in California’s Central Valley, lots of farming. I get beach fever pretty consistently & my hubby and I are spending this weekend in Avila Ca. It’s our favorite place. Whenever my heart or soul needs a boost we come here. Thank goodness for the beach and ocean!

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  8. Cindy says:
    February 27, 2016 at 4:08 pm

    Wow! Enjoy your life to the fullest every day love the ocean! I miss it hear on my farm in Idaho but!! Farm life is the best!!

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    • Deb Bosworth says:
      March 1, 2016 at 10:46 am

      Hi Cindy,
      I can only dream of actual farm-life, but I come close in my backyard flower farm!;) Thanks for the note! Deb

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  9. Tina Mandeville says:
    February 28, 2016 at 7:49 am

    Hi, Debbie!

    Love your blog and especially this post as my heart beats best by the sea! I am a fellow New Englander who lives 2 hours inland from the ocean but Cape Cod is our second home. If it were the last place on earth, that would be fine by me! My Dad was a Contractor and growing up, I spent summers on Cape with my family as he built many places down there. In fact, my first steps were taken at Cape Cod….maybe that explains it! Five plus decades later, it is a place that remains close to my heart and that of my own family (my Husband and our 4 kids!). We continue to spend lots of time there….in fact, we were there just last weekend! I can tell by your blog that when people speak the same language, words aren’t necessary! Kindred spirit and hearts! And here is another wonderful tidbit….in his college years, my Husband worked the wilderness trails of Idaho during the summers. Many years back, I was in a bookstore and came across MaryJane’s magazine when it first began publication. I bought it and brought it home and showed my Husband. “Look at this magazine! This woman did the same work you did in Idaho…do you know her?!” Guess what! He did! He was so excited! He since has been in touch with MaryJane and they have been able to revisit memories of their work/experiences they had in Idaho and most especially, the people they worked for and with! Some of whom remain endeared to them both! We both love getting her magazine now. As for me, I don’t milk cows or anything but she indeed brings out and celebrates the farmgirl in all of us! We live in a beautiful rural area of MA where I can practice the preach in many ways nonetheless and I love it! Thanks for doing your part as well….it’s all about the joy!

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    • Deb Bosworth says:
      March 1, 2016 at 10:45 am

      Hi Tina!
      What a nice note. Thank you! I love all the little connections too. MaryJane has a knack for bringing like-minded folks together!My husbands parents were teachers and like you, he spent his entire childhood summers at the beach. Not many families can afford to just check out like that any more for weeks on end. It’s truly one of the best gifts they gave their children and one he’s never been ungrateful for. We appreciate it every day. It’s all about the joy!

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There’s a Garden in There Somewhere (A Garden of Love )

Posted on February 12, 2016 by Beach Farmgirl Deb Bosworth
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Happy Valentines’ Day from the Beach Farmgirl.

Dear sisters,

Happy Valentines Day! The ” love “ holiday isn’t just for googly-eyed couples. It’s for everyone, ALL AGES, every moment of the day if you are willing to keep your heart open. Come on in for some seeds of happiness you can sow in your garden of love. Continue reading →

  1. Krista says:
    February 12, 2016 at 11:55 am

    This was very beautiful. I like how you refer to growing our love as like growing our flowers in the garden. It’s true that we need to put work into our love. Love won’t continue to grow without the proper nourishment just like flowers! This is a great reminder, especially since love is on all our minds with Valentines Day this weekend!

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  2. mari1017 says:
    February 12, 2016 at 12:30 pm

    What a beautiful post for Valentine’s Day! Love your blog! Probably because I lived by the sea most of my life. I want to try some of those flowers this coming Spring! Have a wonderful Valentine’s Day weekend – and stay warm! mari

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  3. Bonnie B says:
    February 12, 2016 at 1:28 pm

    Thank you Deb for a beautiful, inspiring post. The flower pictures were the BEST on this cold winter day! Even though we in Ohio have not had as much winter as many years in the past, I am so ready for Spring and flowers and veggies to planted.
    Stay warm and enjoy the love of your family this Valentine weekend!

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  4. Bonnie ellis says:
    February 12, 2016 at 2:26 pm

    Truer words were never spoken. The greatest of these is love. Thanks Deb. Happy love day to you too.

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  5. Marilyn Collins says:
    February 12, 2016 at 2:39 pm

    What a lovely post. The photos of the various flowers are breathtakingly beautiful.
    HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY
    Marilyn

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  6. Denise says:
    February 12, 2016 at 4:03 pm

    LOVEly post!! So warm and inspiring. Thank you!
    I also wouldn’t mind seeing the seed list you were thinking of posting!!
    Happy Valentine’s Day!
    Denise

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  7. Ginger Dawn Harman says:
    February 12, 2016 at 4:12 pm

    Beautiful post and Wow do you have an eye for photography!

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  8. Vivian Monroe says:
    February 13, 2016 at 4:54 am

    Beautiful! Happy Valentines to you too. If we would all practice love for one another the world would be a brighter prettier nicer place to live. 🙂 Be BLessed Neta

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  9. Patti Henson says:
    February 18, 2016 at 7:41 am

    Beautiful. Please, please, please continue with your wonderful blog. We love you! You are the sunshine in our day!!!!!

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  10. Deb Bosworth says:
    February 18, 2016 at 11:20 am

    Thank you all for the kind words your left me on this post. I love hearing from each and everyone of you. It always just makes my day!
    Farmgirl hugs all around,
    Deb
    PS.
    Things are thawing out around here, finally… The pull of the sea is getting stronger every day. A trip to the beach may be in our future!

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There's a Garden in There Somewhere (A Garden of Love )

Posted on February 12, 2016 by Beach Farmgirl Deb Bosworth
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Happy Valentines’ Day from the Beach Farmgirl.

Dear sisters,

Happy Valentines Day! The ” love “ holiday isn’t just for googly-eyed couples. It’s for everyone, ALL AGES, every moment of the day if you are willing to keep your heart open. Come on in for some seeds of happiness you can sow in your garden of love. Continue reading →

  1. Krista says:
    February 12, 2016 at 11:55 am

    This was very beautiful. I like how you refer to growing our love as like growing our flowers in the garden. It’s true that we need to put work into our love. Love won’t continue to grow without the proper nourishment just like flowers! This is a great reminder, especially since love is on all our minds with Valentines Day this weekend!

    Reply
  2. mari1017 says:
    February 12, 2016 at 12:30 pm

    What a beautiful post for Valentine’s Day! Love your blog! Probably because I lived by the sea most of my life. I want to try some of those flowers this coming Spring! Have a wonderful Valentine’s Day weekend – and stay warm! mari

    Reply
  3. Bonnie B says:
    February 12, 2016 at 1:28 pm

    Thank you Deb for a beautiful, inspiring post. The flower pictures were the BEST on this cold winter day! Even though we in Ohio have not had as much winter as many years in the past, I am so ready for Spring and flowers and veggies to planted.
    Stay warm and enjoy the love of your family this Valentine weekend!

    Reply
  4. Bonnie ellis says:
    February 12, 2016 at 2:26 pm

    Truer words were never spoken. The greatest of these is love. Thanks Deb. Happy love day to you too.

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  5. Marilyn Collins says:
    February 12, 2016 at 2:39 pm

    What a lovely post. The photos of the various flowers are breathtakingly beautiful.
    HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY
    Marilyn

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  6. Denise says:
    February 12, 2016 at 4:03 pm

    LOVEly post!! So warm and inspiring. Thank you!
    I also wouldn’t mind seeing the seed list you were thinking of posting!!
    Happy Valentine’s Day!
    Denise

    Reply
  7. Ginger Dawn Harman says:
    February 12, 2016 at 4:12 pm

    Beautiful post and Wow do you have an eye for photography!

    Reply
  8. Vivian Monroe says:
    February 13, 2016 at 4:54 am

    Beautiful! Happy Valentines to you too. If we would all practice love for one another the world would be a brighter prettier nicer place to live. 🙂 Be BLessed Neta

    Reply
  9. Patti Henson says:
    February 18, 2016 at 7:41 am

    Beautiful. Please, please, please continue with your wonderful blog. We love you! You are the sunshine in our day!!!!!

    Reply
  10. Deb Bosworth says:
    February 18, 2016 at 11:20 am

    Thank you all for the kind words your left me on this post. I love hearing from each and everyone of you. It always just makes my day!
    Farmgirl hugs all around,
    Deb
    PS.
    Things are thawing out around here, finally… The pull of the sea is getting stronger every day. A trip to the beach may be in our future!

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Difficult Chickens with Sarah Rosedahl and a Coloring Book Giveaway!

Posted on January 29, 2016 by Beach Farmgirl Deb Bosworth

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Dear Sisters,
Have you noticed how many adult coloring books have appeared in the marketplace lately? Just about every subject possible is available, but, it takes a very special artist to understand the beauty of chickens. More precisely, Difficult Chickens. Sarah Rosedahl is the artist and self-published author of the Difficult Chickens Coloring Book and she’s giving away a copy to one of you! Come on in and meet Sarah, and enter the giveaway!

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  1. denise says:
    January 29, 2016 at 1:20 pm

    Cute sloggers and I bet the coloring book is pretty neat too!

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  2. CJ Armstrong says:
    January 29, 2016 at 1:26 pm

    I’m loving coloring books right now! I go between three different ones, but none of them have chickens! I love the look of that book . . . the sloggers are cute too! I’ll have to check them out!
    Thanks for sharing your blog and thanks for the giveaway opportunity!
    Hugs to you!
    CJ

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  3. Carol says:
    January 29, 2016 at 1:36 pm

    Chickens are the best. What fun it would be to have a coloring book full of them!

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  4. Charlene says:
    January 29, 2016 at 1:43 pm

    Deb,
    I absolutely love coloring. For me, as a relaxing activity, it’s right up there with spinning. What could be more fun than coloring chickens? Along with llamas, goats and sheep (thus the wool for spinning), we have 12 chickens including 2 roosters. Yes, at times they can be “difficult” as they have minds of their own. But don’t we all? Their entertaining antics and contribution to farm life, however, make up for whatever nusances crop up. We have one very savy chicken (Buffy) who has chosen to live away from the coop and hangs out with all the other anmals in the barn. She’s a great little layer although we have to hunt for her eggs. Just when we think we know where they will be, she finds a new place for them. You tell me who’s really running the show!

    Thanks so much for all your Farmgirl posts. I do look forward to them.
    I would love to win Sarah’s “Difficult Chickens” coloring book.

    Warm regards,
    Charlene

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  5. Bonnie ellis says:
    January 29, 2016 at 1:53 pm

    I love the chicken sloggers and I really love the cow sloggers (must have with the barn on them too) and I really will love the difficult chickens coloring book. Thanks loads Sara.

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  6. Marilyn Collins says:
    January 29, 2016 at 2:03 pm

    I live that Chicken coloring book. Thanks for the giveaway.
    Marilyn

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  7. Joan Collins says:
    January 29, 2016 at 2:04 pm

    That coloring book is adorable and the sloggers are cute. Thank you for this generous giveaway.
    Joan

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  8. Marion Collins says:
    January 29, 2016 at 2:05 pm

    I would love to win the coloring book. I enjoy coloring. Thanks for the giveaway.
    Marion

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  9. Linda says:
    January 29, 2016 at 2:06 pm

    Love the sloggers, especially the chicken ones Would love the coloring book!!

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  10. Carol Weiler says:
    January 29, 2016 at 2:21 pm

    As a child, we did not always obtain our coloring books from the store. My older brother showed me how to trace pictures with a black sheet of paper over something i wanted to copy, held up to the glass of a window and traced in.
    I could not wait until i was old enough to own my own set of colored “pencils” as opposed to the box of crayons. Remembering now, how the grown-up feeling when someone presented me with my own set of coloring pencils.
    And, to think of all the varieties that are offered today!
    Happy de-stressing to all Farmgirls who find coloring peaceful!
    Carol

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  11. Donna Kozak says:
    January 29, 2016 at 2:22 pm

    I’ve been thinking about painting my own darling chickens and this is a great way to start – I love those chicken boots, but I can’t find any up here in Canada, but still looking !

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  12. Anita says:
    January 29, 2016 at 3:24 pm

    I love the chicken coloring book. What a cute idea!

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  13. Vivian Monroe says:
    January 29, 2016 at 3:37 pm

    Oh My Gosh! I have to win. I love chickens and I am sure I will love coloring them. I wonder if my chicken boots were some from her.?? Well, even if I dont win, I will have to check her coloring book out. I feel like I would enjoy coloring chickens. 🙂 Love ya and Be Blessed. Neta

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  14. Victoria Thompson says:
    January 29, 2016 at 4:01 pm

    I would love a coloring book again. I see the ones at WalMart and Barnes and Nobles but haven’t bought one for myself. I bought one for my daughter for her birthday because she us a massage therapist and I felt she needed to relax between clients. I buy them for my niece and would love to color pictures of chickens like my beautiful R

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  15. Dori Troutman says:
    January 29, 2016 at 4:20 pm

    Hi Deb! What a GREAT giveaway!!!! 🙂 I think I need to order this book asap. Jillian, who is seven is a great colorer and I’m thinking she would go crazy over this book! 🙂

    Hugs – Dori

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  16. Sunnie says:
    January 29, 2016 at 5:10 pm

    Cute coloring book, thanks for the giveaway. I’ve always liked to color!

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  17. Brenda says:
    January 29, 2016 at 5:19 pm

    We love chickens at our house! What a fun coloring book idea!

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  18. Judy says:
    January 29, 2016 at 5:50 pm

    I can’t have chickens in my backyard….but, I would love a coloring book WITH chickens.
    A little stress reliever for a busy week and something to do on a snow-day…soon to here in WI!!!

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  19. Linda Baker says:
    January 29, 2016 at 6:27 pm

    I looked at the pages and wow! I got so many ideas: frame them for a wall display, or run the pages to fabric and use fabric markers to create quilt blocks, etc.
    I have been coloring with Prismacolor colored pencils. Sarah’s pages would look great using these pencils.
    I would appreciate one.
    i would love to win this book.

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  20. Krista says:
    January 29, 2016 at 6:49 pm

    This is such a fun looking coloring book. I have recently taken up adult coloring books. Many adults are now coloring and enjoying these them. This is the perfect coloring book for a farmgirl. I also love her cow sloggers and would love to get me a pair of those. Thank you for doing such a fun giveaway.

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  21. Becky says:
    January 29, 2016 at 7:10 pm

    I just had to retire my garden clogs as they were pretty much trashed. Think a pair of Cowabellas are right up my alley. Can’t wait to find them.

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  22. Michelle says:
    January 29, 2016 at 8:05 pm

    I have wanted to start coloring and just have not found a coloring book that I like. I would love to start coloring again with Sarah’s “Difficult Chicken” coloring book. Thank you, Michelle

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  23. Sharon Demers says:
    January 29, 2016 at 8:20 pm

    Waiting for Sarah to start a line with pigs 🙂 I love her artwork and would love to win this for a friend that raises chickens. Thanks for the opportunity 🙂

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  24. Heather Hart says:
    January 29, 2016 at 8:53 pm

    What cute boots! Love the farm animals and am new to coloring books which led me to your page! Would love to color these beauties!

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  25. Joan says:
    January 29, 2016 at 10:08 pm

    I am totally into coloring and finally something that is right up my ally – what a fun time could be had between the pages of this lovely book. And then cows – oh my be still my heart. Thanks for sharing this with us, Deb and Sarah. God bless.

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  26. Julie Loving says:
    January 29, 2016 at 10:13 pm

    I love the chicken sloggers as I have the clogs in both colors. Love Sarah’s artwork of chickens. She does a great job on her designs.

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  27. Mary Ann Pedersen says:
    January 29, 2016 at 10:33 pm

    I’ve had pet chickens, and raise farm chickens. Drawing has tugged at my heart since I was young.
    I have several friends that get together just to color. Coloring is very calming. For me coloring slows down my thoughts, to where I can get more accomplished in a day. Your coloring chicken books are so beautiful. It would thrill me to win.

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  28. Mary Rauch says:
    January 29, 2016 at 11:19 pm

    That Sarah Rosedahl is one impressive artist! Sure would be nice if my name is drawn. I have the PERFECT friend to share it with. Thanks for the opportunity to possibly win a copy.

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  29. Diane Van Horn says:
    January 30, 2016 at 5:07 am

    The chickens in that book are just darling and I love the Sloggers boot designs. I am ordering the red chicken model garden boots. I have always loved Sloggers and now I love them even more.

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  30. gardenthymewithdiana.com says:
    January 30, 2016 at 6:01 am

    I’m so into the coloring right now. It’s relaxing. I was also a lover of paper dolls.
    Great blog.

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  31. Peggy Smith says:
    January 30, 2016 at 6:34 am

    Deb, I loved your article on coloring. I started coloring before it became such a fad. With my husband being in poor health, I color to relieve my stress and worry. It is my time for ME to relax. I have bought several coloring books from Amazon which are great. I also have gotten my three sisters into coloring and they love it. They enjoy coloring in the evening while watching TV. Yes, it is a wonderful way to get away from the computers and technology. For me it is cheap and fun therapy. Coloring really renews your energy level. Thank you so much for all your wonderful blogs. Peggy

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  32. Joanne Gregory says:
    January 30, 2016 at 6:46 am

    This looks like a wonderful book to color! Thank you for the giveaway!

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  33. River says:
    January 30, 2016 at 9:25 am

    I’m on a FB group with Sarah, and I love the artwork she shares with us on a regular basis! I would love a chance at this coloring book! (Got my first coloring book for Christmas, and I love it). Thanks!!

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  34. River says:
    January 30, 2016 at 9:25 am

    Yay for giveaways!

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  35. Cheryl Brown says:
    January 30, 2016 at 10:44 am

    Those cow sloggers are really cute. I’ll have to buy some. I love to color also.

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  36. Gail Cameron says:
    January 30, 2016 at 12:15 pm

    My chickens give me lots of chuckles and smiles. Coloring the images in this book would be my way of saying thank goodness there are chickens in this world! All beautiful in their own way

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  37. Sharon Elaine says:
    January 30, 2016 at 4:13 pm

    My kitchen is totally decorated with chickens but no REAL ones yet. Growing up we had chickens and I’ve always loved them. Must have the chicken Sloggers and coloring book. Thanks.

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  38. Liz Olson says:
    January 30, 2016 at 5:32 pm

    Liz here! So what exactly does a difficult chicken do to earn the title of difficult chicken? Do they break into the garden and eat the red ripe tomatoes? Do they chase the children and the cats around the yard? Do they escape and head to the neighbors house running the risk of being greeted by their difficult dog? Do they refuse to lay eggs for several days at a time? If so, I own several difficult chickens and wouldn’t have them any other way!

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  39. Cathy R says:
    January 30, 2016 at 11:10 pm

    TOO FUN! Me too! I spent a lot of time coloring when I was young. Just got an adult coloring book in the fall but broke my right wrist shortly afterwards and it’s not a happy camper with fun things like coloring right now! AND I love chickens and love the designs!
    Thanks for the giveaway. Blessings to all!

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  40. Judy says:
    January 31, 2016 at 5:02 am

    I Love it!!!! 🙂

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  41. Katrina says:
    January 31, 2016 at 10:02 am

    Congratulations on your recent publish and your Slogger designs. Such a wonderful thing to see people be successful.

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  42. Laura R. says:
    January 31, 2016 at 10:47 am

    I have just recently purchased my first adult coloring book, Enchanted Forest and look forward to ‘playing’ with it. My 94 year old mom started the craze in our family as her other 2 daughters bought her first adult coloring book. It looked like so much fun, I had to give it a try. I love the Chickens, A to Z !

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  43. SusanK says:
    January 31, 2016 at 3:41 pm

    Coloring is so fun! I’ve been working through my first book, and I’m really enjoying it. I’m thinking about organizing a coloring book group!

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  44. Blandean. Fretwell says:
    January 31, 2016 at 9:09 pm

    I Love to color and I just signed up to take a art class want to ain’t my chickens. They are my pets. Each has a different crack whentheysee me coming thanks

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  45. Rebecca says:
    February 1, 2016 at 11:09 am

    I love coloring and I always have coloring books and crayons around for my adult kids and the grandkids (and for me). I remember when I got my first big box of 64 crayons that had a sharpener built into the box. I thought I was rich.

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  46. donna says:
    February 1, 2016 at 4:33 pm

    I am a massage therapist and the coloring book is how we learned the muscle groups. It reinforced in our brain all the connections. A relaxing and fun way to learn. The coloring books are beautiful.

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  47. Kristy says:
    February 1, 2016 at 5:49 pm

    My son is dating a woman with a chicken themed kitchen. I got her some great magnets from a site MaryJane recommended called Chicken Art last December. Now she will have a birthday and I would like to give her a coloring book of Difficult Chickens. Both Laura and her daughter love coloring.

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  48. Deborah Swain says:
    February 1, 2016 at 6:49 pm

    Beautiful art, from your heart to ours.

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  49. Stephanie Abernathy says:
    February 2, 2016 at 11:44 am

    Oh how I love to color, and chickens are so cool!
    So glad the Sloggers are Made in the USA!

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  50. Rowena Philbeck says:
    February 2, 2016 at 2:20 pm

    So cute…I work at a library and we have coloring books and puzzles for students to use to distress. Really works great. I love the chicken ones. Haven’t seen those.

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Welcoming in the New Year with Antique Botanical Prints

Posted on January 1, 2016 by Beach Farmgirl Deb Bosworth
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All botanical prints featured in this post are courtesy of The Graphics Fairy Blog http://thegraphicsfairy.com/category/botanicals/ Check it out for FREE printables!

Dear sisters,

A fresh NEW YEAR is laid out before us perfect as a freshly plowed field waiting for the first planting. I can’t think of anything more symbolic for ringing in the new year than celebrating the world of things that grow. The very essence of life pulsates through every living, growing thing. Like plants, we are programmed to do certain things, at certain times, and in the right conditions we flourish and inspire. What kinds of seeds will you sow in 2016? Creative seeds I hope! I just happen to have a fun decorating idea to share sure to help you welcome in the new year. If you’re in the mood to re-do a wall or two you’ll love how easy and fun it is to create beautiful wall art with antique botanical prints you can print from home. Come see!

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  1. Sylvia Jacobus says:
    January 1, 2016 at 2:10 pm

    Thanks for sharing such beautiful pictures. You made my day. I approach 2016 without our son. 2015 was a year of suffering for him and us. He’s out of pain now, so I’m looking for beauty, peace and a way of helping others. My garden is so important this year. Want to see a lot of flowers and growing some awesome vegetables we grew last year but the garden understandably was ignored. Will be growing some plants for natural dyeing. Can hardly wait until spring. Love seeing your flowers.

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    • Deb Bosworth says:
      January 1, 2016 at 2:42 pm

      Hi Sylvia,
      I am so sorry for your loss. There is no doubt in my mind you will find healing among the flowers and in your giving back activities.I’m curious to see what you grow for natural dying. Fabric and yarn perhaps? God Bless you and your family in 2016 and beyond. Sending farmgirl hugs.
      Deb

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  2. Dori Troutman says:
    January 1, 2016 at 6:55 pm

    Oh Deb these are so gorgeous!!! It is amazing the free art we can find online (kind of like Google Patents) that you can do so many awesome things with. These are positively stunning! I’m thinking about all the possibilities!

    Happy New Year to you dear friend. Thankful I have you to count among my many things to be thankful for.

    Hugs,

    – Dori –

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    • Deb Bosworth says:
      January 12, 2016 at 11:02 am

      Hi Dori,

      It IS amazing how much FREE art is available online. One more positive creative change we can all enjoy because of the world wide web. I bet you’ll find place for a few of these images too cuz you are a flower farmgirl too! 😉 Big hugs!
      Love,
      Deb

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  3. Adrienne says:
    January 11, 2016 at 2:14 pm

    How beautiful and creative! I did the same thing years ago by creating the same small framed designs in needlepoint. Then I gave them away. Looks like it’s time to try your method and I’ve got a few blank areas to fill.

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    • Deb Bosworth says:
      January 12, 2016 at 10:57 am

      Hi Adrienne,
      I’m impressed not only with your needlepoint skills but that you actually parted with your work. I get so attached to things I make and have a hard time letting go sometimes. I need to work on that. Growing flowers has taught me a lot about that. I hope you find just what you’re looking for and fill your spaces with something inspiring and pretty to look at.
      Wishing you all good things in 2016 and beyond!
      Love, Deb

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  4. Joan says:
    January 11, 2016 at 3:50 pm

    Your bathroom is beautiful!!! what a fun project. Thanks for the printables address!! it will be great fun using these. I have a set of shelves that remind me of something that would stand against an old chimney – 6′ tall about 12″s wide – I cover the inside back with different papers according to whatever I am feeling – well can’t ya just see it now – Spring — botanicals – oh yeah this will be a good thing. Thanks for bringing on an idea for me. God bless.

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    • Deb Bosworth says:
      January 12, 2016 at 10:54 am

      Hi Joan,
      Now that sounds like a great idea! I CAN see it. Spring Botanical backgrounds… Love it!
      Best for a wonderful and creative 2016!
      Love, Deb

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  5. Marilyn Collins says:
    January 11, 2016 at 3:58 pm

    Thanks for the lovely photos. What a treat!
    Marilyn

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  6. Sharon Elaine says:
    January 11, 2016 at 6:46 pm

    Love The Graphics Fairy blog and what you have done with the prints. Creative decorating doesn’t have to be expensive. I do nature inspired – a large pine cone in a vase, framed preserved fall leaves and baskets of nests, feathers and branches. I cut a white birch log in half, drilled out holes for votive candles. My favorite accessories are inexpensive and homemade. My words for 2016 are reveal and recreate. Health and happiness to all farmgirls at heart.

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    • Deb Bosworth says:
      January 12, 2016 at 10:52 am

      Hi Sharon,
      You are so right. My favorite kind of decorating has three components. Frugal,natural,and personal. I always seem to like the end results much better when I stick to my rule.
      Ooh, your words for 2016 sound mysterious and fun! You must be teasing out some great ideas this year! Best in all your new endeavors.
      Love, Deb

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  7. Vivian Monroe says:
    January 12, 2016 at 5:41 am

    BEEEUUUTIFUL!. I love it. I found these prints at some estate sales, and found out they have one for each month. My goal is to collect all 12. I have been leaving them in the old frames they came in (only have two) but one day will have my walls filled with these old botanical prints. cant wait. THanks for stirring me up again to search out the 10 I still need. 🙂 As always love your blog, keep inspiring, keep writing, and I love your two words. I think my two words will be Nourish, Believe. Have a BLessed healthy new year. Neta (oh the prints I will send on your email, I just cant figure out how to post pics here. )

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    • Deb Bosworth says:
      January 12, 2016 at 10:48 am

      Hi Neta! Always great to hear from you. I got your prints in my inbox. They are truly beautiful. That’s exciting that you are still on the hunt for 10 more. I hope you find all of them. What fun it will be tracking them down. I’ll keep a look-out too! Thanks for the kind words my dear. Speaking of words. I LOVE both words you chose for 2016! Blessings,
      Deb

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  8. Susana says:
    January 22, 2016 at 8:30 am

    Love the art work… My mother used to get these booklets with poems and the artwork which was similar.very inspiring…. But I font have much space in my bathroom. I got butterflies all over my house. Wish I knew how to aff them here…I’d Snow you. Love the blog!Susana

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  9. Denise Ross says:
    January 28, 2016 at 12:07 pm

    Fabulous idea Deb. Love the prints in your bathroom. They really make the room look fresh and inviting. I’ll have to look Into doing some for myself.
    Flowers instantly lift my mood and the artwork is just amazing. So intricate in detail – an absolute delight to look at. 🙂 enjoy your new bathroom.
    Denise
    Australia

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A Rootin, Tootin, Rustic Christmas

Posted on December 18, 2015 by Beach Farmgirl Deb Bosworth

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Dear Sisters,

Maybe it’s the flower farmer in me, but I just couldn’t buy into all the over the top glitz and glam of the holiday season this year. But that doesn’t mean I’m not feeling festive or like celebrating. No sirree. My heart was yearning for a more down to earth holiday vibe with a farmgirl kick so my handsome Yankee and I took to the woods where we found the beginnings of our rootin, tootin, RUSTIC Christmas! Continue reading →

  1. Debbie says:
    December 18, 2015 at 10:18 am

    Love your decorating! The swag is beautiful. The canning jars ornaments in the tree are great!!!! All looks lovely and warm. Merry Christmas Deb!

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  2. Sylvia Jacobus says:
    December 18, 2015 at 10:31 am

    Love the rooster and his chick! Fun Christmas stuff you did. Have a blessed holiday season and all the best in the New Year.

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  3. Dori Troutman says:
    December 18, 2015 at 11:07 am

    I love your rustic Christmas. It’s so simple, earthy and beautiful. I also love the pictures of you! They are beautiful.

    Merry Christmas, Deb!

    – Dori –

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  4. Dori Troutman says:
    December 18, 2015 at 11:09 am

    I also meant to say that I love, love, love the Roo and his Henrietta! 🙂

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  5. Barb P says:
    December 18, 2015 at 11:51 am

    Lovely! Merry Christmas!

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  6. CJ Armstrong says:
    December 18, 2015 at 1:19 pm

    Love your decorating! I have tons of decorations out on display, but I have a lot more still in the shed. I’m a sucker for Christmas. I don’t have a tree up this year but there’s plenty of all other kinds of things. We do artificial because our climate is so dry that a real one dries out soooooo quickly. I love the evergreen aromas too, but satisfy that with my Yankee Candle candles, either Holiday Bayberry, Christmas Wreath or Balsam & Cedar.
    Have a wonderful and blessed Christmas!
    CJ

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  7. Sandi says:
    December 18, 2015 at 1:58 pm

    Merry Christmas Deb! You two look very sweet in your post! Have a wonderful holiday! xoxoxox Sandi from the Cape

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  8. Vivian Monroe says:
    December 19, 2015 at 5:44 pm

    Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year to you and your handsome yankee and children and your mom. 🙂 Neta

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  9. marge hofknecht says:
    December 19, 2015 at 10:38 pm

    Your tree is so lovely. Rustic ornaments give it a real country charm that’s endearing. Have a Merry Christmas and thank you for sharing all the beautiful things you made.

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  10. Nicole Christensen says:
    December 20, 2015 at 4:04 pm

    Merry Christmas, Deb! Love your rustic decorations. The rooster is especially adorable! Hope you have a wonderful Holiday season! Farmgirl Hugs from Connecticut! ~Nicole (Suburban Farmgirl)

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    • Deb Bosworth says:
      December 21, 2015 at 1:54 pm

      Merry Christmas, Nicole! I couldn’t resist the rooster! 😉 Thinking of you all this holiday season and wishing you many blessings in 2016…
      Hugs, Deb

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  11. Linda Hickman says:
    December 20, 2015 at 7:52 pm

    Merry Christmas, Deb
    Thank you for the beautiful Autumn notecards. You even wrapped them pretty. It was fun to win something from you!
    PS – I also married a handsome Yankee. 🙂

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    • Deb Bosworth says:
      December 21, 2015 at 1:55 pm

      Hi Linda,
      I’m so happy you are enjoying the note cards. Three cheers for handsome, Yankees! 🙂
      Merry Christmas!
      Deb

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  12. Brenda Towslet says:
    December 21, 2015 at 3:55 am

    Love your woodsy Christmas decor! We just had our big family gathering this pas weekend so we are hopeing for a quiet week here. Merry Christmas Deb!

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  13. Denise Ross says:
    December 29, 2015 at 2:01 am

    Merry Christmas, Deb. Your tree and ornaments look fabulous together. I just had to say, I love your hair in these pics. Looks absolutely fabulous on you. The photo of you and your Yankee husband is just beautiful. I hope you’ve framed it and it’s proudly displayed.
    I toned my decorations down this year and concentrated on living out the spirit of Christmas instead. I was a lot more relaxed and enjoyed the time together with my family a lot more by stepping back and giving up the illusion of the perfect Christmas. I ended up with a perfect day by just relaxing and enjoying time with my family and creating memories instead. I hope your Christmas was just as wonderful and full of memory keeping moments. Hugs from down under.

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