Monthly Archives: March 2011

TN 4-H Congress

Posted on March 31, 2011 by

Tennessee 4-H Congress has just come to an end.  What an incredible experience!  This is the premier event in TN 4-H and I have had the privilege to attend for several years.  Many states have similar programs, often called “Know your Government”.  … Continue reading →

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Lamb count

Posted on March 31, 2011 by

It’s a girl!  Rams-5 Ewes- 5 If you are keeping track, the ram number has dropped because we lost one this week.

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“Washington’s Lady” by Nancy Moser- Book Review

Posted on March 27, 2011 by

“Washington’s Lady” by Nancy Moser is a wonderful look into the life of our first First Lady.  Martha Curtis Washington was George’s wife long before he was the first president.  And this historical fiction novel shares deeply from her perspective.  … Continue reading →

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Lamb count

Posted on March 20, 2011 by

Nutmeg had her lamb this morning with the help of 2 very able shepherds, a ram lamb. Rams:  6, Ewes, 4

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Here Burns My Candle by Liz Curtis Higgs

Posted on March 19, 2011 by

Here Burns My Candle  is the first of a series by Liz Curtis Higgs. These novels are set in the mid 1700′s in England and are rich in historical figures and events of the day.  Many Irish or Gaelic words are … Continue reading →

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Purex with Zout winners!

Posted on March 19, 2011 by

Thanks for all who entered the Purex giveaway.  The winners of the coupon for a free Purex with Zout are: Amanda C (amanda.corley@) Nancy C (gnc1992@) Please send your mailing address and I will send your Purex coupons and a few other … Continue reading →

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Purex with Zout giveaway- reminder

Posted on March 17, 2011 by

Don’t forget to get your name in the hat for the Purex with Zout giveaway.  I will draw the names of the lucky winners on Friday night, to there is still time.  Just leave a comment on the post: http://dwolters.wordpress.com/2011/03/10/purex-with-zout-product-review-and-giveaway/

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Lamb count- one more

Posted on March 16, 2011 by

Acacia had her ewe lamb late last night.  All is well. Lambs:  rams:  5, ewes:  4

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Managing your grocery budget #13- Club stores

Posted on March 15, 2011 by

We all enjoy shopping at Club store:  Sams, Costco, etc.  The shopping experience is really pretty good, and they have samples, which some days are enough to count as lunch.  But it is really a good place to spend your … Continue reading →

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Johnsonville Sausage- product review

Posted on March 13, 2011 by

  About Johnsonville Italian Sausage: In 1945, Ralph F. and Alice Stayer opened a butcher shop and named it after their quaint hometown – Johnsonville, Wisconsin. The delicious sausage made in the Stayer’s butcher shop came from an old family … Continue reading →

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