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WELCOME to the Secret Santa Seed Swap ! Sign ups are till Nov 17th at midnight E.S.T.
** PLEASE send me a list of SCREEN NAMES ( only) of WHOM your mailing to before DEC 1. EVERYONE will have a DATE to mail this year, so we can keep the cards flowing all month..it will be included with the addresses PLEASE follow the schedule !! ** You will receive an email before the end of this weekend ( at the latest) with mailing addresses. ** Elves that offered to HELP, I will send a "need help" list by email after Dec 1st THANKS for the help !! BINGO WORDS A Christmas Carol
HOW TO PLAY : Choose 25 words, put them in an email to send to me, and SAVE a COPY so you can keep it for your BINGO CARD !! HOW TO WIN: Be first person to get ALL 25 words on their card !! PLEASE put BINGO as the Subject line..so I can save ur cards to a seperate file :) I will accept BINGO CARDS Till Sat Nov 20th, and start the game on Sunday !! |
Follow-Up Postings:
Here's all the wish lists that were posted on the 1st and 2nd threads. This means that ALL the wish lists will be on this particular thread, the 3rd one. ;-) I hope it helps some of y'all. I know it will me! ~Blessings, Angela dirtdaddy's Wish List: dan_the_mailman's Wish List: pumkingal's Wish List: nlb52's Wish List: angelady's Wish List: deanna_in_nh's Wish List: ruthz's Wish List: fcoffill's Wish List: flowergirl34's Wish List: sandlapper_rose's Wish List: rabbits, and deer --- so not easy to grow things the past few years. Much of what I plant for 2011 will be in containers or in a very limited area so I can water that one place really well every day. If you have a recommendation for me other than weeds and invasives, consider it added to my list. LOL jas_il's Wish List: have cherry, medusa and black pearl oval types) any and all fearadyn's Wish list: year! smitties's Wish List: bustani_mama's Wish List: lois's Wish List: yotetrapper's Wish List: kmpsmom's Wish List: momstar's Wish List: tn_veggie_gardner's Wish List: poisondartfrog's Wish List: rane_grow's Wish List: debby_1's Wish List: pseudacris_crucifer's Wish List: perkybarb's Wish List: sji1981's Wish List: snap Peas, water cruss, lettuce, Cucumber, pepper thin variety etc. edible too) appaloosa909's Wish List: lily55rjw's Wish List: 1. Rock Cress - Any jodie74's Wish List: micyrey's Wish List: aphroditelaughs's Wish List: v1rtu0s1ty's Wish List: keiki's Wish List: michiet's Wish List: ishareflowers's Wish List: xiangirl's Wish List: against white house. highalttransplant's Wish List: erika_ct's Wish List: aggiebee's Wish List: smcapri's Wish List: neohippie's Wish List: hibiscusfan's Wish List: molly_and_me's Wish List: farmergirl2009's Wish List: karendee's Wish List: ohiovalleygardener's Wish List: graanieb's Wish List: nottougly's Wish List: ilovefarac's Wish List: rbrady's Wish List: klorentz's Wish List: redthreaddiy's Wish List: celeegra's Wish List: cardinalwv's Wish List: daffodillady's Wish List: buturfliis_mom's Wish List: amybeth82's Wish List: nuttnhunee's Wish List: canyonwind's Wish List: paulan70's Wish List: Mix,Rocket Mix, Tutti Fruitti orgogal's Wish List: jmt2213's Wish List: sherrih's Wish List: skywaitress's Wish List: rosemctier's Wish List: additions cherone7's Wish List: them! ;D ) dirt_under_my_nails's Wish List: adrock430's Wish List: amberroses's Wish List: it is not on my list if you like it and you think it might do well for me too. This is a list of things I know I want or want more of: roper2008's Wish List: vogt0047's Wish List: julie2112's Wish List: margarita10's Wish List: sake. w9yards's Wish List: healthy eating, so of course I would love any organic and heirloom varieties. priscilla2007's Wish List: beauswatch 8's Wish List: esco_socal's Wish List: crisann's Wish List: wishdesign's Wish List: sky2009's Wish List: daisyb's Wish List: gardendad_2k10's Wish List: mao_tse_mom's Wish List: plant-one-on-me's Wish List: msirie's Wish List: bumblebee1's Wish List: aimsterfl's Wish List: Paste...) cryptid's Wish List: ggwrn's Wish List: suegardens2's Wish List: gmom2-6boys's Wish List: sheriannricherson's Wish List: tropical plants. lisa831's Wish List: columbusgardener's Wish List: frostythecat's Wish List: riley17's Wish List: ivyp's Wish List: |
- Posted by rosemctier z5/6 waynesburg PA (My Page) on Tue, Nov 16, 10 at 23:16
thank you Angela! this will make it much easier. i think i am going to print it out and take notes-- much easier to rifle through pages than scroll. wow, i sound like my grandma LOL |
You're most welcome! You can also use the CTRL-F (both buttons at once) to use the "find" feature for searching the page. I noticed also that one other person posted a list separately, so I am posting it below. ~Blessings, Angela Santa I am wishing for seeds of : |
- Posted by missmojo 7 (firstname.lastname@example.com) on Wed, Nov 17, 10 at 8:21
Would Love to be included, My seed Wish list is easy: ANYTHING AND EVERYTHING IS WELCOME SANTA, |
I have been filling so many wishes it is GREAT! I will see if I have more to fill. I have never played bingo but I will give it a try. Karen |
- Posted by not_the_green_thumb 6 (My Page) on Wed, Nov 17, 10 at 13:17
NEWBIE here! As my name indicates I am NOT the green thumb in the family. My husband is. He is the one who plants, tends, weeds, takes care of EVERYTHING in the garden. Then when he brings it home I do the rest. Canning, cleaning, planning meals with it, etc. SO.. long story short for a Christmas surprise I would like to sign him up for the Santa Swap and see the look on his face when he starts receiving all these seeds in the mail. A little about him: he has a degree in Biology and KNOWS his plants. His stress reliever is going to the garden. He spends at least an hour at the garden everyday of growing season. In more than one season he has spent more money on growing the plants than it would cost to just go and buy them. He uses square foot gardening along with companion gardening. Gardening is his passion and I wish I could create the ideal garden for him, but since I can't do that, getting him some great seeds will be AWESOME! Thanks for your help.. WISH LIST: |
- Posted by yotetrapper (firstname.lastname@example.com) on Wed, Nov 17, 10 at 13:57
Thank goodness today is the last day of sign ups lol. I keep telling myself i am done, and then someone new posts and i'm like oh, i have that, and that and that. LOL |
I'm curious, my post office will not hand stamp without a .20 charge per letter. Does everyone else pay this? Also, if you drop you letters in the box with just a please hand stamp request and no extra money, do they just run them through the machine? I paid the extra last year and haven't seen it mentioned in the Secret Santa postings. Thanks, Debby |
Hi! I'm new here and would love to join! I am yotetrapper's Mother. When she told me about this, I thought that this is something that I would love to do! My wish list is: Bell Peppers Habernero Peppers Jalepeno Peppers Heirloom Tomatoes...especially brandywine Morning glories Catnip Marigolds Light Pink Impatiens Cranberry Impatiens Red Impatiens Zinnias...striped Carnations...any color Scented Geraniums Sweet Pea |
- Posted by dan_the_mailman Michigan (My Page) on Wed, Nov 17, 10 at 18:48
Debby, there is no extra charge for hand-stamping, or hand-cancelling, a letter or package. Please go to the link I've placed below and report what is happening to you. When you put your letters in the box with the request for hand-stamping on them, they do not go through a machine. They are taken to a mail-sorting plant and processed by hand, with no extra charge. If anyone is having a problem with their local post office, please go to the link I've provided here and let the Inspector General know what the problem is. They are there to help us all make sure the mail is delivered in a timely, safe, secure, fashion. -Dan |
Here is a link that might be useful: Office of Inspector General
- Posted by buturfliis_mom z5chicago (My Page) on Wed, Nov 17, 10 at 19:35
Angela, Thank you so much for collecting everyone's wish lists... It is such a help. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you... Ellen |
- Posted by cat_delgado 6 - Ansonia, CT (My Page) on Wed, Nov 17, 10 at 20:51
I have never done this before but it seems fun, I will look to see if I have seeds that I can give ( I just gave away 3 envies full of seeds last month not knowing about this swap) but I would love to get the following seeds from santa :) named varieties would be awesome if possible! Red, pink or white carnations (perennial type please) zone6 I'm not sure if this is where I post my address but here goes many thanks in advance!! I'm so excited!! |
- Posted by flwrs4ever 7 R.I. (My Page) on Wed, Nov 17, 10 at 21:03
catdelgado, welcome to the swap ! PLEASE repost ur wish list WITHOUT ur mailing address, as that post will be erased..it is UNSAFE to post your address on the forum..and is against the site rules.. THEN kindly send ME an email with your screen name and mailing address ! No worries, ok ...just want ALL to be SAFE on the site !! |
Angela, thank you very much for making it easier for all, now printing the lists! Is the Inrichmedia.com suppose to interrupt even while typing this? gee. happy trades all, Bea |
- Posted by rosemctier z5/6 waynesburg PA (My Page) on Wed, Nov 17, 10 at 23:40
bea, i've noticed that too-- must be programming error. pops up every time i click on the site |
- Posted by flwrs4ever 7 R.I. (My Page) on Thu, Nov 18, 10 at 2:25
- Posted by yotetrapper (email@example.com) on Thu, Nov 18, 10 at 8:47
Hmm Thanksgiving. I'm thankful for my wonderful family and my loving husband. I'm thankful for our house in the country, and all of my poultry and other animals. I'm thankful for being able to garden and grow a lot of my own food, to can and freeze. As for traditions, I remember the ones from when I was young. I would wake up Thanksgiving morning and all the men (and me) would go deer hunting. We would get home in time for me to catch the end of the Macy's parade on tv, and then I remember helping with the dinner. Some of the dinner would be done the day beforehand, such as the stuffin, and pies, but on Thanksgiving there was plenty to do, and the relish tray was always my job, lol. Turkey, gravy, mashed potatoes, corn, green beans, cranberry sauce, squash, sweet potatoes.... |
hello every year I have had to pay extra if I was sending anything that was not very thin, if I put any padding at all or want hand stamping I have had to pay more. not complaining I will pay what I need to but they just wont send the little fatties for a stamp. michelle |
- Posted by redthreaddiy 6 (My Page) on Thu, Nov 18, 10 at 10:56
Yotetrapper - "Thank goodness today is the last day of sign ups lol. I keep telling myself i am done, and then someone new posts and i'm like oh, i have that, and that and that. LOL" I feel the SAME. WAY!! I think I'm adding 9 people to my list just from looking today. Going to be a very expensive trip to the post but I'm happy to make others happy. :) |
- Posted by cat_delgado 6 - Ansonia, CT (My Page) on Thu, Nov 18, 10 at 12:19
I have never done this before but it seems fun, I will look to see if I have seeds that I can give ( I just gave away 3 envies full of seeds last month not knowing about this swap) but I would love to get the following seeds from santa :) named varieties would be awesome if possible! Red, pink or white carnations (perennial type please) zone6 Blue or white morning glories Clematis seeds, red,or white or blue Impatiens - white or purple or double would be very cool red snapdragons any kind of fuschia seeds ( I love how beautiful they are but they are soooo hard to find here) Rose seeds? I am not sure how to do this but I'd love to try, or rose cuttings work too :) perennial geraniums pink, white or red daylily seeds, any hosta seeds , any uncommon kind brunnera seeds, looking glass? any interesting perennials for sun or shade in any color except yellow or orange :) thanks so much!! |
My Thanksgiving growing up was always full of a week long cooking spree along with enough leftovers to feed us for a month. I love that mom went crazy like that for us, but now as an adult, I find it overwhelming. We're having a very simple Thanksgiving with just our immediate family here in our new home. We're so far away from family that it makes it hard to get together for holidays. I'll miss not seeing them for Thanksgiving, but I'm going to enjoy doing a simple, immediate family only day of Thanksgiving. As for what I'm thankful for... I'm thankful for the Lord, my family and friends, my health (although not perfect). These are things I'm always thankful for. I have an extra special blessing to be thankful for this year, too. My new home by the Lincoln National Forest. I don't think I've ever been this happy as an adult than living in my new home/city/state. I am truly blessed and fully appreciate what I've been given. Blessings, |
- Posted by skywaitress 5a, Central Oregon (My Page) on Thu, Nov 18, 10 at 15:50
I am thankful for a wonderful family, my dog, good health, and being able to live in a location that I love. I will not be home for the holiday but that's okay as I will be taking others to their families. My Thanksgiving growing up was helping my Mom in the kitchen washing the bird and helping "taste" the southern style stuffing making sure it was just right. Sometimes this called for a lot of tasting! :) Have a wonderful Thanksgiving! Tina |
- Posted by flwrs4ever 7 R.I. (My Page) on Thu, Nov 18, 10 at 16:45
To those new this year to the swap ..I just wanted to mention..that in a few days you will be receiving an email..it will contain ALL of the addresses of people that have signed up for the swap ( just over 100 wonderful ELVES) Then you will also get a PLEASE mail on date ( actually it is a few days, so u dont have to be inconvienced) PLEASE when you are sure of who you are mailing to send me a list of JUST the screen names ! Thanks again to Angie for putting together all the WISH LISTS !! *** I had PLANNED to have the email to all of you today, but I had an emergency happen yesterday..my poor dog has a spinal injury..so PLEASE bare with me, ok ?? |
- Posted by rosemctier z5/6 waynesburg PA (My Page) on Thu, Nov 18, 10 at 16:49
oh no! i hope your dog is okay! did s/he have to have surgery? |
- Posted by pumkingal 5 (firstname.lastname@example.com) on Thu, Nov 18, 10 at 18:25
Hi all,, hope you dog is ok and that you are ok,,, I am very thankful for a very loving family,,We had a very hard summer this year,, son's lost their dad,,they are 20 & 22,,very young to loose a parent,, but we stuck together and are doing ok,,Gardening has really helped me heal,,thanks to all you out their and all your wonderful seeds for me to plant,,I am thankful to gardenweb family too..Our tradition is to cook together alot of laughs,,and fudge,,ya peanut butter..Happy thanks giving to all..Lisa |
Angela, thanks so much for doing that! Makes it much easier. |
Thanksgiving...there are so many things to be thankful for. First of all, I am thankful for God and all of the blessings He has given me and my family. I am thankful for my daughter, (yotetrapper), and for the wonderful visit we had together last month. I am most thankful for the wonderful life she has made for herself and her husband, even though I miss her always. I am thankful for my husband, for his kind heart and his loving ways. I am thankful for my parents, and their love and support they have given me throughout all of my life. I am also thankful for being able to work at home, which due to a disablility, allows me to still make an income. Our traditions have varied throughout the years. I still prepare the pies and stuffing beforehand, as yotetrapper mentioned, lol...(however I have to do the relish tray myself now)..but my husband and I usually like to have our dinner at home by ourselves, and then visit my parents later on for dessert. That way, everyone gets leftovers!! Thanksgiving still means the delicious aromas, parades, football games and togetherness..whether you are actually together, or just feeling your loved ones in your heart. |
Dan and all who use the UPSP if you request that your mail not be put on sorting machines like a DBCS you have to pay a non machinable surcharge. If you just don't want it cancelled by a machine that can be hand done free of charge but it will still be processed at mail processing facilities where we use many machines. All mail is headed for machinery, flats (magazine size) letters and packages all are worked on machinery. The PO is working really hard to work everything it can on machines with the least amout of people touching it. Have you ever been to a plant? It is completely different world than working on the customer service side, I have done both. This is meant as information!!! I do not want to step on anyones toes or hurt anyones feelings. |
Keiki, Thanks for clearing that up. I've had a very good relationship with my post office. I didn't like the feeling that I was being overcharged. Debby |
- Posted by ishareflowers 5 MA. (email@example.com) on Fri, Nov 19, 10 at 9:12
Keiki, My post office does the same, they will hand cancell an envy BUT if it's a bit thick with bubble wrap I have to pay the extra twenty cents. Lisa Kym, I sent you my starter list. Lisa/ishare |
- Posted by yotetrapper (email@example.com) on Fri, Nov 19, 10 at 9:25
My post office... as far as bubble envies go, if I take it the one in my town, it costs an average of $1.25, but if I take the same envie to the PO in the other town over, it costs an average of about $0.80. |
Good morning everyone ! Thanksgiving during my growing up years was always spent with my parents and brother as we were a military family usually faraway from our grandparents and extended family ( Christmas was another story ;-) ) My job was always to baste the turkey ... I took that job seriously as it was always the "secret" to a moist and delish bird ;-) I still smile to myself whenever I baste it in my own kitchen nowadays ... My mom is a fantastic cook and baker and Thanksgiving was always a big dinner with lots of leftovers , since my son is the only grandchild , he was always the " young prince " aka guest of honor ( and getting picked on by his favorite uncle ) ... the day was filled with fudge and snacks while watching football all day long waiting for the Turkey to be done ... I will miss not being with my parents especially so this Thanksgiving but I will see them in January ... Hug your loved ones this holiday season and let them know how much you love them ;-) Iris PS I can hardly wait for the mailing to begin ;-) |
- Posted by flwrs4ever 7 R.I. (My Page) on Fri, Nov 19, 10 at 11:20
Good morning All ! W9yards PLEASE check your emails !! **Please NOTE** I am getting people trying to sign up still for the swap, I HATE to say NO, but I am !! I hope there are no hard feelings, but I DID POST NO EXCEPTIONS..so no late addresses, and no late sign ups ..With all going on at home, I cant add anymore :( I will be sending all an email this evening, It is ready to go :) Thanks for being patient with me ! I am really enjoying hearing about everyones Thanksgiving..THANKS so much for sharing !! ** my dog is on complete bed rest for 6 weeks , with HOPES of some improvement ! The sugery is $5,000 and just not something my family can do..she cant use her back legs, and I have to help extract her bladder. GOOD news is she has feeling in her back legs, and some slight movements at time, so there is hope she may get SOME use back. I have been up the last 3 nights, giving meds, and keeping an eye on her. *** I will post here, once the emails are completed, so you know they have been sent !! Have a GREAT weekend ! |
- Posted by flwrs4ever 7 R.I. (My Page) on Fri, Nov 19, 10 at 14:34
- Posted by flwrs4ever 7 R.I. (My Page) on Fri, Nov 19, 10 at 15:00
*** When I copied and pasted the addresses, the lines ALL shifted, please notice, and use ur common sense on them, I thought I caught them all ....sorry, for the mistake ! *** any questions, feel free to email me ! |
Well Mrs. SeedyClaus, my addresses seem to have come out perfectly and I'm really grateful for your efforts on this! I would continue with the list of all the things I'm grateful for, but I'm pretty sure they won't let me list everything. |
flwrs4ever, I hope your dog recovers ok. Last year around when this swap was going on I had to have my cat of 17 years, Ginger, put down because of kidney failure. That was rough. Got the list of addresses! Mine is correct. I've got seed packets all over the home office trying to figure out what to mail to whom. I'll send in my list of who I'm sending to as soon as I can. My cat, Lilly, keeps trying to attack the seed packets. I think she likes the sound of the seeds rattling around in them. If any of my seeds get to you and the packet looks a little nibbled on, that's why. |
- Posted by flwrs4ever 7 R.I. (My Page) on Fri, Nov 19, 10 at 20:11
I will send out an email in the morning with minor "take note" on a few addresses that I didnt correct the postitioning of the words..again I apologize ! Let me know if you see that urs is "shifted"... neohippie, your cat sounds like mine..she will lay down right in the middle of all the seed packs ...and loves to play with the packets. She tends to chew on plastic too..lol gotta love them ! I appreciate all the kind words and support ,my dogs name is Princess...and this has just stopped my world. I am not allowed to leave her alone ,and getting her to drink anything is getting harder. I keep praying tomorrow will be better ! I have recorded 36 lists as of tonight...thanks so much for sending them in as you know who your sending to ! YES ..you can add, just let me know and PLEASE if you decide to send after your initial list,let me know ! I do alot of "behind the scenes" work to make sure all recieve. Wishing you all a wonderful weekend , and again sorry I didnt catch all the addresses shifting...grrr !! ( I read thru them like 3 times but hey Im getting old ..lol ) |
I'm so sorry to hear about your dog Kym! :'( Is she quite old? Praying for both of you, Holly |
- Posted by bustani_mama (My Page) on Fri, Nov 19, 10 at 21:05
should everyones want list be posted by now? or do they have another day to post a want list by? (imma get the addys printed mine looked ok and imma print up a copy or so of the want lists that are on here compare to my notes from the first thread) |
- Posted by flwrs4ever 7 R.I. (My Page) on Fri, Nov 19, 10 at 22:46
************NEW ADDRESS LIST WAS EMAILED ******** on first email, the program I was using dropped the AVE, Circle, rd..to the beginning of the third row... ******************************************************* Riley, thanks she isnt very old, but she fell off the bed and slipped a disc..and cant use her back legs. If I am lucky she will regain a bit of use and not be in pain. She must have complete bed rest for 6 weeks ! Yes, there is surgery, but it is $5,000 ..so I am trying to get her thru the 6 weeks. She isnt eating or drinking too well today,so I will be watching her closely this weekend . bustani...Angela posted all the lists, and a few more are posted below on this thread. Sign ups are over. Again, sorry I didnt catch all the "shifting" when I copied and pasted. ***EVERYONE should have recieved a list of addresses today Goodnite all, hope your all getting ready this weekend for Thanksgiving and those that are traveling, PLEASE have safe travels !! |
I, also, will be praying for your dog, Kym. Sometimes, when the vets charge outrageous prices, God can still work miracles. After all, Christmas is the time for miracles! |
I've just accessed the bottom page with a hit of an arrow, nothing changed, don't know why, may be less traffic. Kym, so sorry about Princess, got to be hard, hope and pray she gets feelings back in her legs and gradually improves. You are doing so much on each side, thank you very much for the addresses and all. Had em all printed now will check to correct and fix the lists...and check who're newbies. Bea |
- Posted by rosemctier z5/6 waynesburg PA (My Page) on Sat, Nov 20, 10 at 1:36
kym--poor princess. that's got to be so hard on both of you. if you are still are having trouble getting her to eat and have the time or someone else to do it, homemade dog food is much more tempting, easier to digest, and might make a difference. you need 1 part chicken, 1 part rice(brown or white, can add some oatmeal too if you want), 1 part vegetables. boil/ roast the chicken, slice and crumble it, mix in whatever (cooked) veggies you have-- peas, carrots, green beans-- i used to get a bag of frozen mixed veggies without corn- mix in rice. depending on how much trouble she is having eating, you can just mix it or run through a food processor or just smash up with a potato masher. they love it. it freezes very well too so you can make a huge bag and freeze it in sandwich baggies. we found an ancient beagle after a nasty winter storm; she weighed less than our cat and the vet didn't think she'd live for more than a day or two and estimated her age at 11-13 years. i had to hand feed her for weeks before she was strong enough to eat out of a bowl. two years later, she weighs wayyy too much and shows no sign of stopping. our anniversary is the monday after thanksgiving. her still being here is something i am very thankful for. anyway, if you can get princess to eat anything at all, that will help. if you make some and boil the chicken, she might be interested in the water too. she'll get better every day. dogs are amazingly strong and it may take time, but your love will pull her through. i hope you both can get some sleep. |
Wow, I never would have thought about making homemade dog food. That's a great idea, along with the broth for water. Good info, rosemctier! To those who appreciate the list I put together, it really was my pleasure and you're welcome! I've been ill with what appears to be walking pneumonia, so all I've had is time on my hands. I made the list for this swap, started all my seed packets to stock up (something I could do just sitting relaxing at the table), and tomorrow the kids and I are going to start making homemade cards (something else productive to do while in a sitting/resting position). It brings some much needed cheer to me right now. You all have been such a wonderful blessing to me when I've gone through some really rough spots in my life. I can't wait to try to fill some of your wishes and bring some brightness to your holidays as you all bring me anytime I'm on the forums. What a great group we have here on GW, the veterans and newbies alike! We have a wonderful caring and sharing group of good-hearted people. Blessings, |
- Posted by canyonwind Z9 Southern Californ (My Page) on Sat, Nov 20, 10 at 14:59
Kym...The address list you sent is perfect! Thanks! Be well Princess!!!!! KISSES from my German Shepherds and me. Angela...I love the wish list you put together.....very helpful! Thanks so much! Don't forget to send in your BINGO cards. The deadline to send your BINGO words to Kym is today! RE the postage...my small little post office charges 20 cents extra for 1 ounce non machineable mailings. However, when I go to the big post office, they do charge more. The big PO says they are right and the small PO says they are correct...go figure! And what am I thankful for? Simply, I am thankful for everything!!! Thanksgiving with all the family this year...always fun. I never take my fellow GW'ers for granted. So much giving and sharing.... Have a lovely weekend. It is pouring rain here in Southern California....making dog bones for the Germans, watching college football...great day to be lazy! Annie |
- Posted by kamiljablo 6 (My Page) on Sat, Nov 20, 10 at 15:00
I forgot to post my wishlist! Sorry for the delay here is my list: |
- Posted by bustani_mama (My Page) on Sat, Nov 20, 10 at 15:08
the inital lists were 60 pages (lists and addresses) ive gotten them down to 45 pages atm im trying to get them to under 20 pages printed if ANYONE wants a copy please send me an email asking for them with youre username and what kind of computer youre using (namely windows or mac if you dont know or dont want to say ill send an odt which youll need to download software (100% free AND legit) from openoffice.org that suite is linux native tho also works on both windows and osx (its on my computers withought issues its my preferance) i hope thisa isnt too confusing for anyone if you have questions please email me |
Oh, if we're still talkin' Thanksgiving, I've got a doozy now! I'm thankful that I GOT A JOB OFFER! The job starts in January, which is a big relief, since I'm one of those people you may have heard of whose unemployment benefits are ending in December. I really lucked out that someone finally decided to give me a chance. It's only part-time, so money will still be tight, but it's better than nothing. Being unemployed can really drain your self-esteem, and I've been having nightmares about having to move back in with my parents. :-o |
I finished making my cards last week, and today made a bunch of seed pack labels. I have been packaging up seed slowly, but I think that's almost done, too. Send-to list is almost finalized. Woohoo! Working in retail has a way of ruining Christmas for me, but this year I'm feeling the spirit of the season again. Thanks to Kym for hosting and thanks to everyone for participating.. I see now how much work it can be. :) Very rewarding work though. Can't wait to send these out! |
neohippie - That's awesome! Congrats on the new job! Maybe, if things go well, it'll turn into a full time position. ;-) Anyone else want to mention what they're thankful for this Thanksgiving??? Blessings, |
Kym, not sure if it will help your pooch but my husband gives our dog Flex-a-min and it contains a glucosamine chondroitin formula along with other vitamins and such. (Soothes achy joints)). Our dog is older and was having difficulty going up and down the two stairs we have to get outside. We give her the people brands but it is sold in the pet stores as well. Of course, the people brand is cheaper so we give her the same recommended dose as the pet brands say. Honestly, she is doing much better and bounds up and down those stairs. I don't think it would hurt to try it on your little Princess. Either way, I hope she improves daily for you. |
- Posted by flwrs4ever 7 R.I. (My Page) on Sat, Nov 20, 10 at 20:45
Kamil I sent you an email the other day...I am sorry not accepting any late wishlists or addies this year ! To ALL that have given me support with Princess I cant say THANKS enough !! I should have waited to send the addresses when I could concentrate better, thanks for not complaining about them "shifting" I appreciate all the suggestions on how to help Princess and I am trying them ALL ! THANKS :) I am happy to report she pee'd all over me...which I am happy about because it was close to having to go get an IV treatment. She seems in better spirits tonight. We bought her a new stuffed toy and she is funny, all doped up will wake chew it and fall asleep with it hanging out of her mouth ! I took a MUCH needed nap away from her, so I wasnt wakin each time she moved, and feel like a new person ! I hope everyone is having fun packing up your seeds !:) *** PLEASE NOTE someone said the address list is very long, you can copy and paste it into a word document, then make the font smaller, before you print !! *** |
Dirtdaddy is thankful for all the peppers that grew and gave me bushels of peppers. And Eggnog! And family! |
- Posted by flwrs4ever 7 R.I. (My Page) on Sat, Nov 20, 10 at 22:08
- Posted by dan_the_mailman Michigan (My Page) on Sat, Nov 20, 10 at 22:35
For Thanksgiving, I am thankful for my job, which allows me to provide such things as heat, a dry place to sleep, and food for the 4 beings (including myself) who live in my house. I am thankful for (most of, don't ask) my family, and our continued health. I am thankful for my family/friends I've met here on the GW, who have shared the laughter and the tears of the last few years. And lastly, I am thankful that I live in a country which allows me to believe in what I choose to believe in, to not believe in the things I doubt, and the freedom to seek my own answers. And now, I am going to take my exhausted body and go visit dreamland, where I hope I'll stay until at least noon tomorrow... (insert tired grin here) G'nite All! |
- Posted by flwrs4ever 7 R.I. (My Page) on Sat, Nov 20, 10 at 22:44
Neohippie that is WONDERFUL NEWS !! Congrats :) I hope it will turn into a fulltime or open new doors for you ! I am thankful for my "GW Family" and my children...and the fact that I have such a wonderful group of friends. I am thankful each day for waking up, and for a beautiful garden full of plants from my friends all over :) The last Thanksgiving at my Gram's I was 14. My Gram was always VERY strict, and would have about 20 people for dinner. She had one of those tables with like 6 extensions to it, and most years the kids ate in the kitchen. I was so excited to be eating with the "adults" this year...my Gram was at one end of the table, gpa at the other. My father said, " mom, pass me a roll" and my Gram TOSSED him a roll down the table...I will never forget how shocked everyone was..and how much I laughed . We always ate, and then the women (and girls) did all the dishes. Then we all crammed into the living to watch the STEELERS play football. Happy Thanksgiving to you all, and thanks again for being part of my days !! |
1. 1025 2. 43 3. suegardens2 4. sky2009 5. 1,985 6. angelady 7. dan_the_mailman :) |
Kym Im so sorry to hear about your dog. My babies are the world to me as Im sure Princess is to you. Sounds like your love is making a difference. NEW GAME ANSWERS: 1. 3001 |
- Posted by yotetrapper (email@example.com) on Sun, Nov 21, 10 at 10:54
1. 634 2. 67 3. Danthemailman 4. Angelady 5. 1875 6. redthreaddyi 7. bustani mama 8. ME! 9. darlyn58 10. grannieb |
- Posted by redthreaddiy 6 (My Page) on Sun, Nov 21, 10 at 14:15
- Posted by bustani_mama (My Page) on Sun, Nov 21, 10 at 15:02
lol i havent even STARTED with the envies yet ive first gotta print and sort my lists then print the seed type tags for everyones seeds lol THEN i get to sort the seeds im sending and THEN stuff envelopes tag and all then LOL i can seal and mail oh AND before i start getting envies i need to clean off an area for them too i have hmm maby 5? that i could put up right now so ive still got a bit to do and about 60 envies i could send out as well oh and update 60 pages is down to 35 remember anyone wants they only need to email me i ideally want it down to 20 or less pages but if its over thats ok too (remember too please this is addresses AND wishlists) |
- Posted by plant-one-on-me MI 5b (My Page) on Sun, Nov 21, 10 at 15:28
Sent in my first list to Kym. I was planning on sending more but have to see if I can get into the basement to get the rest of the seeds. I tore a muscle in my calf while walking into work this morning. Going into the basement on crutches is just not safe but I have a little time yet. Kim |
- Posted by bustani_mama (My Page) on Sun, Nov 21, 10 at 15:50
UPDATE! i have my lists done they take 18 pages from my setup the want lists are font size 7 (you can adjust as you wish) the addresses are size 10 i thinnk the borders are .3" from all sides again if ANYONE in this swap wants a copy please email me --or should i just sent to flowers4ever/the host? could it be distrubuted from there if anyone would like? its in a .doc (NOT .docx which you need 2007 or newer for) format which if you dont have the software then openoffice.org will allow you to use |
Guess how many ... 1. How many TOTAL cards will be sent when this years swap is over 255 2. Guess the highest number of cards one person mailed. 52 3. Who will receive the most cards this season ? Dan the mailman 4. Who will be first to receive ? rane grow 5. What is the grand total of cards mailed in the last years of the Santa Swap ? 1259 6. Who will be the fastest to the mailbox ? ME 7. Who do you think still has the taste of the envelops in their mouth ? Kym 8. Who do you think cussed the most, while packing seeds ? I just guessed with some names from posts etc.... I love this swap. I am sending over 25 cards right now. Some people get more than one pack of seeds. I have some agastche if anyone wants an NOID one. I was going to send to someone for SASBE but she never sent the SASBE. I have lots so I hope some people want some..... Karen |
- Posted by dan_the_mailman Michigan (My Page) on Sun, Nov 21, 10 at 17:08
1. How many TOTAL cards will be sent when this years swap is over? 1005 2. Guess the highest number of cards one person mailed. ( I will NOT disclose WHO, this is just for fun, and the swap isnt about who sent most ! )73 3. Who will receive the most cards this season ? Kym 4. Who will be first to receive ? me, danthemailman 5. What is the grand total of cards mailed in the last years of the Santa Swap ? 2025 6. Who will be the fastest to the mailbox ? ranegrow 7. Who do you think still has the taste of the envelops in their mouth ? bustani mama 8. Who do you think cussed the most, while packing seeds ? it wasn't me! I'll be having some wine and mellowing out when I do it next weekend! lol! 9. Who will be the last to mail ? ( procrastinator ..lol )dirtdaddy 10. Who is going to be the first to do the "mailboxing dance" in the driveway ? grannieb |
LOL Dan, I might be the fastest to the mailbox cause with no hair, I am more aerodynamic ;-) LOL I guess it has its advantages ! Hope everyone had a great weekend, I addressed a bunch more cards today ;-) Being an elf is fun ;-) Kym, hope Princess AND you are getting some good rest ;-) Iris |
- Posted by nottougly z7 TN (firstname.lastname@example.com) on Sun, Nov 21, 10 at 23:04
New game answers: 1. 1079 I am thankful for all my friends here on gardenwed. |
- Posted by flwrs4ever 7 R.I. (My Page) on Mon, Nov 22, 10 at 7:34
SHOOOOT IM all messed up I put 1000 for number 2 when it was supposed to be 100 and I didn't get any bingo numbers either. Booo hoo I guess I better go pack some more seeds :) |
- Posted by redthreaddiy 6 (My Page) on Mon, Nov 22, 10 at 12:30
Guessing Game: 1. How many TOTAL cards will be sent when this years swap is over: 1,000 2. Guess the highest number of cards one person mailed. 75 3. Who will receive the most cards this season ? rane_grow 4. Who will be first to receive ? rane_grow 5. What is the grand total of cards mailed in the last years of the Santa Swap ? 1,200 6. Who will be the fastest to the mailbox ? ME!!! 7. Who do you think still has the taste of the envelopes in their mouth ? yotetrapper 8. Who do you think cussed the most, while packing seeds? my dad - gardendad_2k10 (LOL)I've actually had a relatively easy time packing seeds! 9. Who will be the last to mail ? ( procrastinator ..lol ) I have no idea 10. Who is going to be the first to do the "mailboxing dance" in the driveway ? me! I don't know everyone that well to make good guesses. But I tried! |
- Posted by flowergirl34 5 Upstate NY (My Page) on Mon, Nov 22, 10 at 13:39
1. How many TOTAL cards will be sent when this years swap is over? 1,213 2. Guess the highest number of cards one person mailed. ( I will NOT disclose WHO, this is just for fun, and the swap isnt about who sent most ! )62 3. Who will receive the most cards this season ? Mrs. Seedy Clause :) and Princess 4. Who will be first to receive ? dan_the_mailman 5. What is the grand total of cards mailed in the last years of the Santa Swap ? 3012 6. Who will be the fastest to the mailbox ? ME! 7. Who do you think still has the taste of the envelops in their mouth ? graanieb 8. Who do you think cussed the most, while packing seeds ? maybe me...i cussed once, when I was bagging up seeds smaller than dust...then I did a half sneeze...anyone want to guess what happened next???...as my daughter said, "mommy said a bad word." :) 9. Who will be the last to mail ? ( procrastinator ..lol )no one...we're all too excited! 10. Who is going to be the first to do the "mailboxing dance" in the driveway ? me!! I can get down and boogy all the way down the driveway! And what am I Thankful for this Thanksgiving... Happy Thanksgiving! |
LOL....I see I'm racing to the mailbox with few others...someone better install a cam out there, lol Depends on it if I'll boogy some! Sorry, no paper licking here, but paper towel in a bowl of water. Need to get into swing of things here..can see 2 of my words in Bingo, yes! What am I most thankful for? Family and friends, some who don't keep in touch but we know they care...my Garden Web friends and some are special. Wishing you blessings to be thankful for , see you soon. Bea |
I am so stressed tonight, LOL I have been trying to order my husband a police scanner for his birthday, which is November 28, and all of the deals are for 300 channel scanners, and my Dad says that all I need to order is a 10-channel scanner. Plus, my husband and I have been racing in and out all day trying to put up our outside Christmas lights in between the rain, and just when we think they are perfect, there is some electrical problem. Grrr. THEN, I heard that Illinois is getting tornadoes, which is where my daughter lives, (yotetrapper). Just needed somewhere to de-stress, I guess, LOL |
Hope your daughter and all will be ok, she will....glad my daughter and grandson have a good weather on their drive from their home in TX, I've been making room here mostly for their new pup...and my cat doesn't approve, smile, both spoiled,but we will work it out, take turns being in different rooms and outside which both love. Thankful for water hose and water spray bottle...but we will play and ignore discipline, lol Suppose to rain thursday night, then cool off some as it's 73 deg now. Kym, how are you and Princess? wishing you all health, luck and love, Bea |
Good morning everyone ! Bea , could you send some of that warm LA sunshine my way ? We've had beautiful weather the past 5 or so days , its been so nice to walk outside in the yard with short sleeves soaking up the rays aka vitamin D ... but the weather man says cold and rainy weather is on the way ;-( Darlyn, I know how you feel, my parents live in Georgia, in the Chatahootchee Valley and they get tornado warnings a lot ... I am enjoying reading everyone's wish lists , resisting the urge to add to mine when I see something interesting .... ;-)~ Iris |
- Posted by yotetrapper (firstname.lastname@example.com) on Tue, Nov 23, 10 at 12:34
Well I didnt get blown away, anyhow, lol. But Kym, I did not receive the first (un-revised) name list, and therefore did not receive my date to send the cards on. Want to re-send it or should i just send whenever? |
- Posted by bustani_mama (My Page) on Tue, Nov 23, 10 at 14:25
yole my date to mail is dec 12-15ish but i dont see youre vaddy on the list to who mine was sent |
- Posted by yotetrapper (email@example.com) on Tue, Nov 23, 10 at 17:24
Thanks bustani, Kym answered me in email! |
- Posted by flwrs4ever 7 R.I. (My Page) on Tue, Nov 23, 10 at 20:00
Hi everyone, I love reading this thread, even if I don't comment much. I am thankful this Thanksgiving for my health and the health of my family and loved ones. I am thankful I get to spend every day with my two beautiful little girls, even when they are crying, fussing and throwing food on the floor. I am thankful we have a house to live in, in a nice community with friends and family nearby. I am thankful this has been such a gorgeous fall and that with the nice weather I have been able to sneak out to the garden after dinner to do a little digging, a little bulb-planting and a little mulching here and there. I am thankful for GW -- I would be lost in the garden without it! I have made the cranberry sauce. Tomorrow is the big cooking day. We have 19 people coming this Thanksgiving, so I have my work cut out for me. Aggie |
I have been sick and my I guess my painting reflects it cause I was trying to paint my secret santa cards and my dh said "cool your painting, whats that? a palm tree?" :(( Maybe I will go buy some cards after all. Tomorrow will be quite here, just the two of us. We probably will have our turkey out on the lanai by the pool and if I feel up to it maybe a glass of wine or champagne. Happy Thanksgiving Everyone! |
- Posted by flowergirl34 5 Upstate NY (My Page) on Wed, Nov 24, 10 at 14:21
Hi all! Okay I'm sorry to be the one to mess up this swap...but it looks like I'M IT!!!, lol!!! All of my cards were done...envies stuffed and addressed...and all sitting in some fabric grocery bags in the kitchen. (I was putting them away :0) )...anyhow my wonderful husband had to run to the post office and noticed one of the fabric grocery bags sitting there... to make a long story short HE MAILED OUT SOME OF MY CARDS! Some of you will be having a early Secret Santa :0) He only meant well and thought he was helping, bless his heart. So Happy Thanksgiving and Secret Santa!! vina ps. I do still have some of my cards from the other bag so I'm not done with my mailing yet and will mail those out on my scheduled day...hopefully :0) |
- Posted by buturfliis_mom z5chicago (My Page) on Wed, Nov 24, 10 at 17:06
I have not participated in a swap for a few years. What are the "guidelines" for the amount of seeds? Or does it not matter in the swaps? I want to be sure to send enough, but some items I may not have the "right" amount? help please... |
Dirtdaddys guess answers: 1)How many total cards will be sent in this years swap? 882 2)How many cards will be sent by 1 person? 42 3) Who will recieve the most cards? flwrs4ever 4)Who will be first to get a card? Rane grow 5)What is last years total? 786 6) Who will be fastest to the mail box? bustani mama 7) Who has the taste of envelopes? Me, and papercuts! 8) Who cussed the most while I was packing seeds? wifey 9) Who will be the last to mail? uk 10) Who will be the first to do mailbox dancing? gardendad Everyone drive safe, don't eat too much, and have a happy turkey day. dirtdaddy |
- Posted by ishareflowers 5 MA. (email@example.com) on Wed, Nov 24, 10 at 17:50
Butturfliis, I usually send 20-50 seeds (a normal gw trade is 25 seeds). However, if I don't have a lot of a particular seed or it's commercial seed. I will send as little as 5 seeds if it's on a wishlist. I know I would be happy to get only 5 seeds of one of my special wants... a gift is a gift no matter how you slice it! Lisa |
I usually consider what would be in a commercial pack of that variety and send about 1/3 to 1/2 of that. |
- Posted by flwrs4ever 7 R.I. (My Page) on Wed, Nov 24, 10 at 20:56
- Posted by aphroditelaughs Puget Sound (My Page) on Wed, Nov 24, 10 at 21:25
Last year, I picked all the wrong words for bingo. I barely got to scratch any off my list. I am doing awesome this year! What fun. |
- Posted by buturfliis_mom z5chicago (My Page) on Thu, Nov 25, 10 at 2:49
That's the way I was thinking, I would rather have some than none. Thanks for your help. I hope everyone have a nice Thanksgiving Day... |
- Posted by ilovefarac z6 AR (My Page) on Thu, Nov 25, 10 at 7:01
Happy Thanksgiving to all! May your day be blessed and safe! Hugs, Melinda |
- Posted by rosemctier z5/6 waynesburg PA (My Page) on Thu, Nov 25, 10 at 10:19
happy thanksgiving everyone! |
- Posted by canyonwind Z9 Southern Californ (My Page) on Thu, Nov 25, 10 at 12:45
Happy Thanksgiving to all. Be safe...be happy!!!! Annie |
- Posted by yotetrapper (firstname.lastname@example.com) on Thu, Nov 25, 10 at 16:21
Happy Thanksgiving! |
- Posted by flwrs4ever 7 R.I. (My Page) on Thu, Nov 25, 10 at 17:21
- Posted by flwrs4ever 7 R.I. (My Page) on Thu, Nov 25, 10 at 17:33
- Posted by pumkingal 5 (email@example.com) on Thu, Nov 25, 10 at 18:54
Hi all elves,,a very happy thanksgiving to you all Ours was just wonderful,,still too full for pie,,, My cards are waiting to go,,thankful to fill alot of wishes this year,,It will be great,,Thanks Kym, and helpers. Lisa |
- Posted by crisann 4 SD (firstname.lastname@example.com) on Thu, Nov 25, 10 at 20:58
Hi, Hope everyone is having a Happy Thanksgiving! Here are my answers to the game: 1. 1162 Have a great evening!! criann |
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! I hope you all had a wonderful day full of blessings! |
- Posted by bustani_mama (My Page) on Fri, Nov 26, 10 at 3:11
hope everyones day will go well just thought id say im home from wallmart and it was a MESS!!! |
I think the amount of seeds one sends in this swap doesn't matter too much since it's not a one-to-one swap where we're making sure everyone gets back the same amount they sent. Some people may get more than they sent, some less, and people may get multiples of the same kind of seed. In a regular swap, they usually give guidelines on how many seeds is fair. My personal thoughts on the matter: I've gotten small amounts of seeds in swaps before where none of them or only a couple of them made it, which was disappointing. With that in mind, I like to send people enough seed so that they can mess up at planting them and get another chance, because that's how much I would like to get, especially if it's a seed that's tricky to germinate. The only seed I put up on my Have list are seeds I have in enough abundance to do this. But again, in THIS swap, I say send whatever you can. People are generous and I got TONS of seeds last year, so I'm not worried about not getting enough. Shucks, the pretty cards were enough even without the seeds in them! |
- Posted by dan_the_mailman Michigan (My Page) on Fri, Nov 26, 10 at 15:21
Alot of cat there Dan! Kym, hows Princess? dd |
- Posted by bustani_mama (My Page) on Fri, Nov 26, 10 at 19:49
which kitty is which? and do you know the breed on the darker one? (looks a little like buffy but buffy like neveer sheds compaired to angel) |
- Posted by dan_the_mailman Michigan (My Page) on Fri, Nov 26, 10 at 20:41
Bump and Stella are both Maine Coon Cat mixes. Bump is that handsome fella on the left, and that's Her Royal Highness on the right...lol! And you're right DD, that IS a whole lot of kitty! Combined, they weigh close to 35 pounds. And neither of them is overweight! If you've never had a Maine Coon, I heartily recommend the breed, I'm addicted! I used to have another male who was just a bit larger than Bump, but sadly had to put him down because he was too ill to live. |
- Posted by flwrs4ever 7 R.I. (My Page) on Fri, Nov 26, 10 at 21:54
- Posted by flwrs4ever 7 R.I. (My Page) on Fri, Nov 26, 10 at 22:18
dirtdaddy thanks for asking !! I am seeing small improvements , she is wanting to jump up and do things and doesnt understand why she cant...which is making it a bit harder to keep her in one spot. I think that is good, she will be determined to get around. She has a bit of movement in her back-right leg. I left her for a short time today, for the first time, and I came home to a bathroom covered in poo...wasnt a fun afternoon..but, as I try to stay optimistic, I smile and say "atleast she went" ha ha ha ! Her pain , seems to be less finally now too..was very hard to see her shake and yelp when I would try to take her outside. I am still hand feeding, and getting water in her with the syringe. Have to help express the bladder..but each day is small improvements. I, again want to say thanks for all the support ! I added a link to a photo of Princess |
Here is a link that might be useful: princess
Well, my husband and I have been working all night with Christmas decorations! I finished a bush outside in 27 degree temp. with about a 5 degree windchill, but it is done! (Took 1100 lights to cover it)!! He is working on the artificial tree that we put in the sunroom..we put a real tree inside, but closer to Christmas.Is anyone else decorating yet? Once Thanksgiving is over, I am ready for Christmas!! Dan, I agree...Maine Coon cats have large bone structures, so look large, even though they aren't overweight. They're beautiful cats! |
- Posted by dan_the_mailman Michigan (My Page) on Fri, Nov 26, 10 at 23:44
It took a glass of riesling wine, but I have sealed the last envelope and stamped them all! Now I just have to wait for my "send" date! Now it's time for another glass of the grape, some relaxing music, and some time spent simply "existing" before going to bed. |
Kym, I am so glad to hear Princess is improving ! What a sweet face she has ! I hope she will soon be up and running around 100 % recovered ! We're thinking about getting a tree this weekend, we don't usually get one this early but I just love a real tree ;-) Dan, it was nice to see a pic of Bump and Stella again , they really are beautiful kitties ;-) I just love dogs and cats ;-) Iris |
Everyone had extra thankful day, is overstuffed and tired? Thankful almost all of my family was here and heard my son and son in law on the phone. Bonded with the new pup, smile. back in a few, we all have been extra busy and weekend is here...have a great one, take care all. Bea |
- Posted by nottougly z7 TN (email@example.com) on Sat, Nov 27, 10 at 12:33
Hi, I received my first christmas card today from flowerfirl34. She included love in a mist, hibiscus and blue flax seeds. This is starting the holidays off right. Thank you to Vina and everyone. Merry Christmas, Faye! |
- Posted by redthreaddiy 6 (My Page) on Sat, Nov 27, 10 at 12:47
Dan - I love your maine coons!!! We have a maine coon named Tobor - he is a bundle of fun :) |
- Posted by dan_the_mailman Michigan (My Page) on Sat, Nov 27, 10 at 15:54
Tabor is quite the handsome fella! I don't know how many times I've seen that pose...lol! I keep telling Stella it's not very ladylike, but how do you get a cat to change their mind? Silly question, eh? Because the answer is... you don't! Thanks for sharing that picture of Tabor! I'd show my two, but they're both napping, and when that happens I don't disturb the peace! Hmmm, a nap sounds good, maybe I'll go try one on for size... -Dan |
- Posted by deergarden 8 (My Page) on Sat, Nov 27, 10 at 17:36
Hope I haven't waited too long to post a list: 1. Coral vine Happy Holidays! |
- Posted by lois PA Zone 6 (firstname.lastname@example.com) on Sat, Nov 27, 10 at 17:46
Kym, Princess is beautiful, I am glad things seem to be improving for her. Maine Coons are just gorgeous; calendar cats, every one of them. Our Odin looks like a Maine Coon, but he is not super-sized the way they are. Unfortunately, he does not like being brushed, so when the mats get bad, he has to be clipped. Here he is, our (currently naked) mini-coon. I am thankful that I have a DH who loves me in spite of all my eccentricies, and who, as a confirmed dog-person, obligingly fell in love with the two kittens I insisted on getting 4 years ago. I am also grateful for seed exchanges, which make me feel like a kid again at Christmas. |
- Posted by bustani_mama (My Page) on Sat, Nov 27, 10 at 18:54
what breed is odin? also both bump and tobor look like buffy in atleast general facal markings SAME eye color as her --d thewy both have racoon stripes on some of there tails? how badly do they shed? (buffy is a larger cat or larger then angel atleast buut she isnt known for her shedding tho she does get matted --both can-- and im the only one brave enough to chop it offa the cats im the only one that dosent mind getting hissed at or scratcheed lol) im thankfull apart from my first trade that like every trade has gone amagingly im thankfull that buffy can tolerate me that i have angel and harley im thankfull that apple will help with old issues unlike hp (apple a week or so ago helped with my out of warranty iphone 3gs) im thankfull that with mac os my non-networked printer makes a better networked printer then the networked one thats plugged into vista hmm i could proubly think of a few more things (yes i am happy for them some were just mentioned because they are true and make no sence) |
- Posted by crisann 4 SD (firstname.lastname@example.com) on Sat, Nov 27, 10 at 20:03
- Posted by skywaitress 5a, Central Oregon (My Page) on Sat, Nov 27, 10 at 20:33
I sooo was not expecting it....and...I GOT A CARD!!!! Thank you so much Vina aka flowergirl34!!! Such wonderful seeds of hollyhocks, sunflower, hibiscus! THANK YOU again, it was so fantastic! I'm was so excited that I came home and decorated my house for Christmas so that I could proudly show off my card :) |
- Posted by bustani_mama (My Page) on Sat, Nov 27, 10 at 21:23
i have our buffet (house from the 20's has natural wood and mirriors) semi decoed with 2 cards from previous trades and 3 cards of mine (there from the ones im sending just so i have extras myself) and our lil x-mas tree i need to make orniments (think ill do oragami or something) or something for the tree hmm what else would you add to it? hmm we cant do shredded paper snow (too messy with 2 cats) theres flat areas semi above the tree and outher areas there too soo lol any suggestions may be good for multiple people our tree is from wallmart i think its a norfolf pine if the cats start digging in it i know how to stop them (papeertowel over dirt keep moist) but it should be sufficient as a tree |
Wow, I strayed away and finally realized I hadn't check on this activity in a while. I had to spend quite a bit of time catching up and viewing the pictures of all the adorable pets that you guys have. Wow, cards are already arriving, that's great!!! I started out slow on the Bingo words but started picking up on the last couple of lists. Still only have 8 of the words. I can't get up the energy or enthusiasm to get the tree and start decorating. My husband did an artificial tree in our front room. It has wooden seashells with white lights. Sounds weird but it is beautiful when lit. He also got the lights on the house. I am in charge of the tree we put up in the family room but that one is a live one and it is just to cold to go walking through the woods to find one we like. I will try during the week. I want to get my daughter to help me post pictures of our menagerie of critters. They are a lot of fun. Hope everyone is having a good weekend. Smitties |
- Posted by flowergirl34 5 Upstate NY (My Page) on Sun, Nov 28, 10 at 10:30
Hi all! I passing along the well-wishes for early cards to hubby. He'll be thrilled! I think little mistakes like this do happen for a reason :) Those cats in the pictures look EXACTLY like my Apple and Kiwi. Dan, Bump could be my cat's long lost brother :) They look identical. I never thought much about there breeding since they were just kind of "found" for our family. But Apple weighs 22 pounds and Kiwi (the smaller one) weighs only 18 pounds. Other than the size difference, which this time of year you can't tell with them fluffing out all over the place, there eye color is the only way to tell them apart. I love everyone's critter pic's and Ellie chewing on an Apple looks like she has a big smile on her face. It must be GGGOOOOOOODDDDDDDD :0) Happy Sunday everyone! |
I do love this swap! Even though it is not a 1 for 1 swap I got a lot last year. I probably got at least as many as I sent out. Plus I have some pretty common seeds on my list and I think that helped. This year I am sending more just for the fun of knowing people get my cards. I like knowing I brigntened someone's day. Also, for people that do not get many cards Kym has some elves that help and send them seeds too. This way everyone is sure to get some. I was an elf last year and even though I may not have had something from their list at least they got some seeds and a nice card. (I suggest if you have lots to share or have trouble sorting through the lists volunteer to be an elf, then you know you are sending to someone that might be getting fewer cards. ) I think it is great your hubby sent the cards Kym. Sounds like he is thoughtful! I am sure no one will be sad if they get cards early ! I hope everyone had a great thanksgiving! I just finished my christmas decorations and will be happy to add cards! I hang them across the bottom of the stairs railing. Karen |
- Posted by roper2008 virginia 7a-8 (email@example.com) on Sun, Nov 28, 10 at 15:27
Well I have all my cards ready to go. My mail out date is pretty soon... Everyone's cats are so pretty. I would like to get one but my 3 little dogs would not tolerate it. Linda |
- Posted by lois PA Zone 6 (firstname.lastname@example.com) on Sun, Nov 28, 10 at 15:48
Just got back inside from stringing the lights outside.... Karendee, I love this swap, too! My goal is to be able to send more seeds to people every year. It's taught me to save seeds from plants I never thought anyone would want seeds from. bustani, Odin is just an ally cat who had a long-haired dad. Odin was the only long-haired cat in the litter. Although he is smaller than a Maine Coon, he seems to have other Maine Coon characteristics, such as: affectionate but not a lap cat, kittenish mew as an adult, plays in water, head-butting to show affection, very smart. Male Maine Coons are the most likely type of cat to appeal to "macho"-type guys. |
- Posted by flwrs4ever 7 R.I. (My Page) on Sun, Nov 28, 10 at 18:46
- Posted by bustani_mama (My Page) on Sun, Nov 28, 10 at 20:49
bustani, Odin is just an ally cat who had a long-haired dad. Odin was the only long-haired cat in the litter. Although he is smaller than a Maine Coon, he seems to have other Maine Coon characteristics, such as: affectionate but not a lap cat, kittenish mew as an adult, plays in water, head-butting to show affection, very smart. Male Maine Coons are the most likely type of cat to appeal to "macho"-type guys. hmm tho buffy likes to sleep under the covers with my mom (not kidding) she playied rough to the point she had to get her front paws declawed she nibbles some too --my mom at times dosent know annoyiance from playing LOL angel on the outher hand looks alot like the popular golden furred cat (think 9lives has?) on cat stuffs she is the first kitty to like me acttually she purred when i first picked her up i think the say shees persian or so? meh lol my mom has said the papers from the humane society said she was a stray (as a kitten!)she is i swear the sweetest kindest BEST cat ive known (and sence any outher cats have hated me and only dogs had liked me i thinnk thats saying alot) she has accidentally broiken skin before but most of the time she knows the power of her claws and she only uses enough to get the point across |
- Posted by rosemctier (My Page) on Sun, Nov 28, 10 at 21:02
now i feel like i have to share my baby too but i have no idea how to post a picture LOL. any help anyone can give would be appreciated! so glad to hear princess is doing better and totally loving all the pics of the pets. we had maine coon too, but he passed on this year-- made it to 16, and he had a good long life. |
- Posted by crisann 4 SD (firstname.lastname@example.com) on Sun, Nov 28, 10 at 22:24
rosemctier ~ I upload my pictures to Photobucket -- then just copy the HTML code for the picture and paste it in your message where you would like the picture to appear. maybe someone else has an easier way, but this works for me :) Hope this helps :) Good luck! |
rosemctier, Here is the html code: Here is the link of bingo pic for example (this type of link should go in between the quotation of html code. http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o251/darla1020/CompletedBINGOCard.jpg As Crisann said you need to upload the picture on photo bucket or some othe site then you need to right click on photo and in properties you could find the adress (url) and paste it in between the quotation of html code. This method is for Internet Explorer browser. For Internet Explorer: right click on photo -Properties - Address (URL) Then when you put this entire code here in Gw it will show the image. |
- Posted by redthreaddiy 6 (My Page) on Mon, Nov 29, 10 at 14:52
bustani_mama - Tobor actually sheds a ton less than other cats I've had that were short-hair. We hardly notice him shedding at all! He is a maine coon mix - not pure bred or anything. Also - I'd love to hear what kind of ornaments you're making - I am a HUGE crafter! I have 5 Bingo words, woohoo! I think I check this thread 5 times a day lol. We set up our tree yesterday and we're trying to get up the courage to brace the cold and decorate more outside. I hope people post more animal pics! I'd love to see 'em! |
I got a card today! Thanks Flowergirl134 Now I need to get my cards out!! Also, I found a nice photo card site. I plan to use this for cards to my family so they can see the kids photos Site http://h30393.www3.hp.com/printing/app/us/en/consumer/greeting-cards.aspx |
- Posted by ohiovalleygardener 5/6 (My Page) on Mon, Nov 29, 10 at 17:39
Got my first card. Flowergirl34. Thank you so much for the beautiful card with the horses on it. The seeds are already burning a hole in my seed box wanting to be planted. I got hollyhocks, Alaska Daisy, yarrow, oh shucks, something I forgot and I dont't have them with me. Thank you soooooo. Much. I love this. My cards go out in a couple of days. Vicci |
- Posted by rosemctier z5/6 waynesburg PA (My Page) on Mon, Nov 29, 10 at 17:52
thanks for the advice everyone! |
- Posted by sji1981 (email@example.com) on Mon, Nov 29, 10 at 18:01
Flowergirl34, Got my first card. Thank you so much for the beautiful card with the horses on it and the seeds specially Asiatic lily wow!, Sweet peas and Clematis jackmanii. I can't wait to try them. My cards are waiting to fly. |
- Posted by ilovefarac z6 AR (My Page) on Mon, Nov 29, 10 at 18:02
Wow, I am loving the animal pics! Such beautiful pets everyone has! Already getting cards, how nice is that! Hope everyone is well. My grandson (who lives with me)is ill. Has strep throat and a regular virus on top of that! So, I have alot to look forward to! Poor fella! (I'm going to think that when I get it! LOL!) Anway, have a great evening all and happy mailboxing! Some of mine are going out soon! Melinda |
- Posted by dan_the_mailman Michigan (My Page) on Mon, Nov 29, 10 at 18:34
After a 10-hour day at the post office, it was absolutely fantastic to come home and find a card from Vina/flowergirl34! She gifted me with some gaillardia, zinnias, morning glories, and eyeball plant! Ho Ho Ho! The eyeball plant wasn't on my list, but it sure was a pleasant surprise! Thank You Vina!!! -Dan |
I think that, ironically, long haired cats actually shed less than short haired cats. Ginger (the cat I had who passed away last year) was a Persian mix (we suspect). She had lovely THICK, long fur and a short, round face (but not smushed-in like a purebred Persian). When she shed, or when we brushed her, it came off in cotton-ball-like clumps that were easy to clean up. That wasn't nearly as bad as my fiancee's Siamese. She gets little white hairs EVERYWHERE. You just pet her and the fur flies, and it doesn't stay together in clumps either, it just blows around. She's a sweet cat, but she's an allergic person's nightmare. I've never had a dog before, but I've heard they're the same way. |
- Posted by redthreaddiy 6 (My Page) on Mon, Nov 29, 10 at 19:44
LOVE YOUR KITTEHS KARENDEE! :D So cute!!! dan_the_mailman - Ooooh... eyeball plant! I looked that up and it looks AWESOME! Unique plants rule! |
- Posted by flwrs4ever 7 R.I. (My Page) on Mon, Nov 29, 10 at 19:47
- Posted by rosemctier z5/6 waynesburg PA (My Page) on Mon, Nov 29, 10 at 19:52
this is little dog, the beagle the vet said would last two days. two years later, she is still kicking! today is our anniversary :) she is wearing her "pennsylvania pee hound: pee free or die" t-shirt :) |
- Posted by bustani_mama (My Page) on Mon, Nov 29, 10 at 21:34
i hope you got my send-to list kym? i sent it a good few days ago ok onto my pictures (because someone said how to do it LOL dont think they have watermarks? please excuse if they do they ARE older pictures as well) thats my angel i easily have TONS more pictures of her from me messing around with the flash and such i love taking pictures of her but shees just soo camera shy! was taken according to its statistics (the website these are all on is an art site) in 04 i know this was before "taming" her at the time i think i took a step closer and she bolted so its OLD--anywho thats buffy who my mom thinks may be a coon also in fox on 7 i right-click "copy image location" to get the url it works on xp and vista i think it also works on mac os (may require a control click on the thing in question an image here) yes i am geeky oh! lol aas for orniments i dont know yet i have hemp paper some atleast basic skills could prolly make something from them alone (thinking a square knot variation of a bead thing i made at the camper was the only 3d option ive done bead things and tho most were like gekos or so fairly common to find) hmm if i can find some wire thats soft enough i could prolly hammer out some design and all from there --hint the JOKE with me in high school was which art classes i HADNT been in so i think i understand the basics of some few things --ohh! ohh! i need to get our blowtorches over here! i could make real glass orniments (we have stuff for glass beadmaking which i rarely get to use) what does everyone concider "basic" matereals? (oh plus i have ALLL my 2d supplies and i think i could dig out some paper machet paste/powder/stuffs some add water and let dry sort of thing) thinnk ill start basics try to go from there? know theres an oragami star that i could make for the top i think it uses 4 like "strips" of paper and i did have the pattern to make it memorised at one time |
- Posted by rosemctier z5/6 waynesburg PA (My Page) on Mon, Nov 29, 10 at 21:40
hmmmm not sure why my pic came out so big :( |
- Posted by nottougly z7 TN (email@example.com) on Tue, Nov 30, 10 at 1:52
Hello everyone, Have you guys noticed that most gaden webbers are cat people. Don't get me wrong when I had a dog I loved him but there is something special about cats. Last December when my dad was dying of cancer, when I did get any sleep my cat was right there with me, hugged up to me in the bed. He actually stayed with me as much as possible. He is the only cat that has ever slept with me. much less stay with me. I think that is special. I think us garden webbers are cat people which makes us special. Faye! |
- Posted by ishareflowers 5 MA. (firstname.lastname@example.com) on Tue, Nov 30, 10 at 5:55
Morning All, Nice to see cards flying already, can't wait to get mine out. They are staring at me begging to be put in the mailbox! Faye, I hate to be Debbie Downer BUT I'm not a cat lover. I think some are pretty BUT I'm highly allergic! here are my babies saying goodbye to the breeders. All grown up! 210 pounds of fun! Kym,I sent you an email the other day, did you get it???? Have a great day! |
- Posted by flowergirl34 5 Upstate NY (My Page) on Tue, Nov 30, 10 at 7:38
Morning everyone! So glad everyone is getting there cards!***smile***** Dan, I went back and checked your thread about the Eyeball Plant, and you wanted "my favorite annual"...that happens to be it. It's so easy to grow my kids grow it every year, its compact for container growing or growing in the garden, and everyone asks...."What is THAT?" when they see it :) I think you'll like it too...and a bonus if you get a toothache (okay a bonus IS NOT a toothache, you get the idea) its like novocaine...that actually works I tried it last summer. Mouth was numb for about a half hour, and I only tried a small part of a leaf. I am loving all of the animal posts, and those 2 210 pounds of fun are absolutely gorgeous!! We lost our Noah ( a rottie/lab mix) a few years ago. He was 14 when he went to heaven. He took some of my heart with him when he went. He weighed 122 pounds when he died. When he started to get older the winter started to get to him, so I had to order him a blanket from a horse catalog for a mini horse. Fit him perfectly! :) I haven't had the heart to even look for another dog yet...maybe when my kiddos are a little bit older. Have a great Tuesday everyone. Try to stay dry and warm! |
- Posted by ishareflowers 5 MA. (email@example.com) on Tue, Nov 30, 10 at 8:30
Vina, I'm sorry about your Noah, you only know the pain of that type of loss if you have been there before. I had to put my fifteen and a half year old lab down just 6 days before christmas a few years back. I wanted to get another right away but hubby felt like he was cheating on our Lance...I felt that he would want us to love another! We waited about a year for these two goofs! I also had a pure bred rottie before my children were born, over twenty years ago. They just have such a short life span that I decided to not get another. He was only six when we lost him to heart disease. I say "go for it" you obviously have love to give and so many animals need a good home!! This is my lance,just a few days before we had to let him go. I'm such a dork! This pic still makes me cry! Lisa |
- Posted by rosemctier z5/6 waynesburg PA (My Page) on Tue, Nov 30, 10 at 22:04
oh lisa i'd be bawling too! so easy and natural to love a pet. i still get teary over pets i lost in high school :( nice to see this little tribute to them all! i was more of a cat person before i got involved in gardening lol. now all the cats seem to think my garden is their litter box and all my plants are catnip! |
My cats think the gardens were put there for them as litter boxes too but there is nothing funnier then being out there weeding and I reach inside the foliage to see one of my five furry critters staring at me. We lost our first family dog when she was 16 and I was so lonely at home, I adopted a dog from the Humane Society on my own. When hubby and the kids came home that day and spotted her, they couldn't have been more thrilled. That was 12 years ago and she is still with us. She loves the kitties too and it keeps her exercised chasing them around. Temps were in the 50's yesterday and today it is snowing. Just flurries but they are lightly coating my world. Brrrr Smitties |
- Posted by bustani_mama (My Page) on Wed, Dec 1, 10 at 14:44
ive caugght angel nibbling and rubbing aganst pepper plants last year even nibbling on them some |
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