Hi From South Texas

[Seeker22]

I am a refugee from the city, enjoying retirement out in the Cedar breaks of South Texas. I am working on being as self-sufficient as possible. I look forward to learning lots and making new friends on the board.

 

[jimLE]

Howdy from a east Texan .... and welcome to the forum and family...there's quite a few knowledgeable folks here that'll gladly tell ya what you need to know,or at least point ya in the right direction and/or give ya a good idea or2..and by all means jump righton in with any replies you have on a topic.

 

[WGregMiller]

Welcome from Alabama. There is a lot of good information here. Take your time and have a look around, but don’t be afraid to ask any questions. We don’t usually bite, lol.

 

[Dani]

I am a neighbor here in Tx along the coast line. Welcome to the group. Hope you stick around for a while.

 

[Proud Prepper]

Welcome from a top secret location only 155 people know about.

 

[tmttactical]

Warm Welcome from the Arizona valley folks.

 

[jayjay1]

G'day from Down Under-lots to learn here.

 

[Seeker22]

Wow, what a widely traveled group I fell into. All sorts of fresh perspectives and skillsets to learn. I am retired, so have plenty of time...

Don't you believe it! This country life doesn't leave me much time at all. I garden, take care of Rabbits and Chickens, the dogs, a full canning kitchen and dehydrator. There is always something to do. Winter is deer season and Summer is garden season so there is not much town food out here.

Sometime this week, I get to gather Agaritas and make juice with my new steam juicer and then, if I do it right, Agarita jelly. To those not familiar with that particular bush, imagine picking little 3/8" red berries off what is essentially a cross between a Holly bush and a Cactus. And fight the Rattlesnakes for the priveledge- they like the shade these bushes provide.

Ah, the trials and tribulations of Texas living, but I wouldn't be anywhere else.

Oh, and after crocheting for 50 years, I am learning to knit. Love it! The British soldiers used to knit their own socks.A skillset for all.

 

[DrHenley]

Howdy from Georgia!

 

[Maverick]

Welcome from Washington State

 

[Dani]

O know how to knit

Wow, what a widely traveled group I fell into. All sorts of fresh perspectives and skillsets to learn. I am retired, so have plenty of time...

Don't you believe it! This country life doesn't leave me much time at all. I garden, take care of Rabbits and Chickens, the dogs, a full canning kitchen and dehydrator. There is always something to do. Winter is deer season and Summer is garden season so there is not much town food out here.

Sometime this week, I get to gather Agaritas and make juice with my new steam juicer and then, if I do it right, Agarita jelly. To those not familiar with that particular bush, imagine picking little 3/8" red berries off what is essentially a cross between a Holly bush and a Cactus. And fight the Rattlesnakes for the priveledge- they like the shade these bushes provide.

Ah, the trials and tribulations of Texas living, but I wouldn't be anywhere else.

Oh, and after crocheting for 50 years, I am learning to knit. Love it! The British soldiers used to knit their own socks.A skillset for all.

I know how to knit a basic stitch but much prefer crocheting for me. Hope you enjoy it more than I did.

 

[Psalm7]

Welcome from Tennessee

 

[KateMTx]

O know how to knit

I know how to knit a basic stitch but much prefer crocheting for me. Hope you enjoy it more than I did.

I agree. Knitting is great for some things, but I find crocheting a lot more versatile. I am currently crocheting little hats and booties for my niece who will be arriving this fall.

Welcome from another Texan (who unfortunately at this time lives in a city ). Glad you were able to free yourself.

 

[Seeker22]

O know how to knit

I know how to knit a basic stitch but much prefer crocheting for me. Hope you enjoy it more than I did.

I discovered Circular needles and then on DPNs, I learned to knit backwards so I don't have to turn the work. Makes socks go faster. I still love my crochet. I am making shawls in a Virus Meets Granny pattern and having all sorts of fun. I am also a bead weaver (loom and peyote-gourd) and a jewelry designer. I did a lot more of all that before I started this farm.

 

[Seeker22]

I agree. Knitting is great for some things, but I find crocheting a lot more versatile. I am currently crocheting little hats and booties for my niece who will be arriving this fall.

Welcome from another Texan (who unfortunately at this time lives in a city ). Glad you were able to free yourself.

When I came out here, the property was undeveloped land. It has been work getting it all together, but it was worth it to get out of town. Maybe you can escape one of these days and come out to God's Country. The quiet is sublime.

 

[Dani]

I discovered Circular needles and then on DPNs, I learned to knit backwards so I don't have to turn the work. Makes socks go faster. I still love my crochet. I am making shawls in a Virus Meets Granny pattern and having all sorts of fun. I am also a bead weaver (loom and peyote-gourd) and a jewelry designer. I did a lot more of all that before I started this farm.

I used to have some time. . . Now that seems like a precious commodity. But I would never want to leave my farm. It's a lot of work yet very enjoyable.

 

[jontte]

Welcome from Fin,