One World One Heart Give Away will begin January 25th. Go check it out! Ends February 15th,2010 winners will be choosen by drawing of random numbers.

To enter you must post.Let me know if you’re local, a blogger or a current teemiesblooms blog reader.

Note if you are local, you can qualify for more than one drawing. Contact me with any questions.

I’m so looking forward to being a part of this again One world One Heart givaway. I am giving away lots of stuff all  in the three packages: each will include a quart of vintage goods and   handmade ribbon roses, a thyme nest handcrafted from my sun pit greenhouse.

*One for bloggers!

*One for those who read teemiesblooms blog!  (edited to clarify  term ‘blog reader’ January 26 1:10 pm) 

*And on local level, Teemie’s Country Blooms.LLC will be  giving away a U Pick Flower Farm Pass for the 2010 season, along with the vintage goods.

More on this later. Go check it out.. this is a great event both as a blogger and a reader. It’s the perfect way to get to know one another world wide.

I’m little behind on posting pics as I just got back from another trip. I’ll post asap.

Filed under: special events on January 12th, 2010 | 142 Comments »

The week of  love…..Happy Valentines Day!

Beloved…

My lover has gone down to his garden

                 to the beds of spices

                            to browse in the gardens and to gather lilies.

I am my lover’s and my lover is mine;

                                          he browse among the lilies.

_________Song of Songs 6:2-3

Filed under: ramblings, this farmgirl's ways on February 8th, 2010 | No Comments »

I’m creating a last minute bridal bouquet! then 4-H knitting with Jill and the girls, then I will try my hardest to stay focused on pics for the blog. Need to stay home tonight, our favorite band ’The Killer B’s’ are calling my name, fighting a cold. haven’t had one in ages…..

Filed under: ramblings on January 30th, 2010 | No Comments »

well here I go…back into my weekly routine.  Today I’ll  devote most of my day towards  photos for the blog. Need to post up some from the  December Girlfriend Retreats, vintage, etc.and of course the prizes for OWOH. cold very cold out sun pit needs me today too. sunny out should be about 45 – 50 in there for short while.

 FYI- these are my tweets. I am giving up twitter for now. too much on my plate!

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Just a note to let you know I’m having fun with the OWOH blog networking. Thank you all who are joining in on my drawing despite not having the pics up.

I find I am but one person…………..hmmmm…what to let go of think, think, think….

Catching up on appointments after my 2nd getaway this month. ah……….My sun pit is longing for me to work a bit on her…I will be taking & posting the vintage & rose pictures today at somepoint, Ok I’m off to another appointment….. Dr. appointments, hair doo!  I’m here at The Mill sipping an Americano with cream and enjoying one last sip before I run….later.

Filed under: frugal farmgirl ways, ramblings on January 27th, 2010 | No Comments »

pumpkin topiary at the Mill fall 2009

Just to  Cheer

I’m on another vaca in Tennesee with Leann. It’s been a very relaxing trip. Just what I needed as I go into to my planting season next week with the sun pit, (on auto). Above is a pic taken last fall at The Mill (my fav coffee spot) by owner Debra.

Like you, I have been in place of prayer and reflection with the earthquake hitting. We’re  in difficult times. We all must do what we can to love one another through this period of history. Our Almont Vineyard Church is represented there with Mercy Ministries. I ‘ll seek more info on this to share with you, let me know your thoughts.

I’ve been seeking  inspiration on this trip for fresh design and home & garden products For Country Blooms. antique, repurpose, farm fresh, classic timeless design is what I’m seeing here too.  It’s been a  lovely trip away for the reality of our world. Wonderful lunch at Dumplins in Franklin, Tenn. with Leann & Martha. New southern recipes! I have gotten some of my best recipes on my  visits with family down here.  Must subscribe to Southern Living!! It’s been an inspiration to me for several years now with my trecks south.

Today Sue with Terry,owner of Enchanted Makeovers, is on in the Martha Stewart audience. I’m hoping it’s live. Another day of reflection and packing as I’ll be off tomorrow to see the men at deer camp. I’m in need of some nature and visiting with my four brothers. Hope they don’t mind  ’sister’  invading their space for a couple days, ha! 

I’m embracing you with love and hugs to all. God Bless you. Walk with Him. Our purpose is to fellowship with Our God Almighty, as we go through our daily routine.

Filed under: 1, ramblings on January 20th, 2010 | 1 Comment »

Been awhile since I’ve posted a ‘Monday Word’

I’ve been on a learning curve with a new lap top still trying to hook up the printer lol. As I’m typing I keep hitting the mouse pad augh! causing all kinds of excitement across the sceen.

This word comes from a vintage book ‘Flower Thoughts__ A Selection . Illistrated by Eric Carle. Copyright 1967

Learn, O student, the true wisdom. See yon

bush aflame with roses, like the burning bush of Moses.

Listen, and thou shalt hear, if thy soul be not deaf,

how from out it, soft and clear, speaks to thee the Lord Almighty.

________Hafiz

May the Lord keep you.

Filed under: ramblings on January 11th, 2010 | 1 Comment »

I love a good news story! Don’t you? This one is about serving others with your talents and gifts. What makes it special to me? I know one of the team members! Sue Koons! Or Suse as some of you Bliss Sister would remember her.

…and I thought Sue was shy…You go girl!!

You’ll find Sue writing from time to time over on the Enchanted MakeOver  Blog, sharing her insights as she helps with the latest redo.

Sue was inspired by a post she read while visiting Miss Lidy’s Blog over at French Garden House. She made a phone call to learn that Terry Grahl lives right here in Michigan! Located within driving distance, Sue joined their team on special projects. Personally I’m blessed to have Sue as a dear friend. Her authentic style is soothing. You’ll often find her creating for her home and friends. Its comes from a passion for those she loves,  making beauty for the makeovers is natural for Sue as she enjoys sharing her creativity, blessing all who receive.

‘Watch It’ watches from Sue’s company, she’s gifting to the women through Enchanted Makeovers.

I personally admire all who love to paint. SO Not my idea of fun!! It takes a special kind of patience to turn a bed or dresser into a work of art with paint and technique. I say ‘give me a needle and thread!!’ Or better yet some fresh flowers and herbs! Although I cannot deny the transformation that comes with a can of paint, a brush and some serious elbow grease.

This truly is a good news story! Terry  and her crew lift the spirits of all who come in contact with the makeovers, bringing joy and a sense of belonging to those who are blessed with the long hours of hard work.

I would like to congratulate Terry Grahl on receiving the Martha Stewart ‘Dreamers Into Doers Award’. From this, Enchanted Makeover was able to better tell the story behind the non-profit company with a documentary. Terry, along with  team members from ‘Enchanted Makeovers’ will be in New York visiting the Martha Stewart to sitting the audience on the 20^th.  The Sisterhood of Dreamers Into Doers will be visiting Safe Horizons women’s shelter with gifts in hand, motivational speakers and more, check out the link for more info.

This personally touches my life , as a child there were times we needed a safe place to run to. I can appreciate the heartfelt passion that Terry brings to each project.

All I can think of is the love oooozing out of every possible brush stroke. Keep an eye on these talented gals. They’re going places and will be creating all the way there.

Filed under: local News, special events on January 10th, 2010 | 6 Comments »

I saw an article  in February’s Country Living Magazine, page 17, (my favorite magazine of all times) about the Audubon Society and Cornell Lab of Ornithology asking people to bird count February 12 thru 15. What a sweet way to spend a few moments with your Valentine!?!

Here on the farm I’m a constant bird watcher. 

 Through the years I’ve seen some amazing sights.  Just one of the many blessings of living this country life. A few days before Christmas I saw flock of about twenty Snow Geese pass over head, low enough to see the details of their underbellies. I love the sound of the wings…nothing like it. Their call was a softer honk then the usual Canadian goose. So white. So beautiful. My Mom asked if they could have been swans? perhaps… 

As a child, it was a fun way to pass the time with my Grandma up north during Michigan summers. It truly was a gift she gave me. She would indentify and point out the amazing things about her feathered friends as we  went berry picking, while sitting at the kitchen table or on one of our walks down by the Tobacco River.  And over the years it was common thread with me, my mother in law and the children.

I’m planning on being a part of this year’s count.

Join me. Come be a part of Backyard Bird Count 2010.  It’s a great winter project with kids. Here’s the link birdcount.org, explaining everything. Be a bird watcher! It’s good clean fun.

Please  come back and share with me. Leave a comment about birding in your own backyard.

Filed under: country living, this farmgirl's ways on January 8th, 2010 | 2 Comments »

Here I am!

Back from vacation on Marco Island! Doesn’t that just sound restful?!!

Little sister, Liz and I were blessed with a stay at a friend’s condo, right on the Gulf. Oh…Soooo Beautiful!

Again…Blessed with sunshine and white sandy beaches. Gobs of sea shells to gather and non stop giggles. There were six of us altogether.

At my age I’ve learned the fine art of relaxing. Taking opportunities as they present themselves. All week we sat by the pool over looking the water then headed out to the beach to take in the waves and fill totes to bulging with sea shells.  Dolphins swam by each day as they searched the latest food supply,  the sun was brilliant, even on the cloudy day we enjoyed the tropical warmth. 

Taking in the last evening and sunset of 2009, we watched a show of fireworks over the water, most delightful. Danced and sang on the lanai, bringing in the New Year with style. Phoning and texting  dear family and friends, receiving and sending everyone a Happy New Year.

Nephew Drew, 9, Dancing with Mandy Feys, Pic taken by my daughter Randi. I love this picture!!!!

It was a great time for reflection and prayer. I have lots to share this year and am looking forward to the blog growing into the vision I see in my head. A place of sharing from my heart, encouraging the things we all love. This is a year to love ourselves into our own personal best. Embracing how we are as individuals put on this planet to do Gods work.  By being the best we can be… we are able to embrace our families, our homes, enjoy our unique creativity, (whatever that may be). Not in comparing ourselves or our lives to others. That’s where we begin our own downfall. Let this be the year to be brave and rise to the height of where we’re designed to be.

My baby girl, Randi.

 Sun-bathing beauties Mandy and Randi!

 Niece Racheal & Nephew Andrew. We had soooo much fun together!

Filed under: ramblings on January 3rd, 2010 | 1 Comment »