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Old Small Towns
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jeanne Dufort Dec 21, 2011. 17 Replies 0 Likes
I think it would be awesome to move to a small town, start a farmstead and open a little bartering shop. Anyone know of towns of interest? I am thinking East Tx, Central MO, South WY... picturesque…Continue
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Jessica commented on Emily Maker's group Homeschooling
"How nice to see this group! I live in North Georgia and homeschool 2 kids, 14 and 11. We've been doing this almost 7 years now and I'm learning every day!
Jessica"
Diane Kendrick-Adey commented on Emily Maker's group Homeschooling
"Hello to all,
I live in Alaska, in a remote area seven miles from the highway on a small trail, and over 80 miles to the nearest city. I homeschooled our four children throughout most of their school careers. We spent several years in…"
Susan McLeod commented on Emily Maker's group Homeschooling
"What a surprise to see this group today! I just started homeschooling my 6 and 8 year old sons this month. I know it is a pivotal decision for our family, and I look forward to the new opportunities and challenges it will present.
I just joined Home…"
Amber Williams commented on Emily Maker's group Homeschooling
"I am happy to see the group as well! We live in Georgia and have 9 children. Youngest 2, oldest 15. We love homeschooling and the amazing character building opportunities it provides for Mom and kids.
Amber"
Lori Owens commented on Emily Maker's group Homeschooling
"So glad to see this group, however I am nearing the end of my homeschooling journey. Both of my remaining children will be graduating in May. Excited and bittersweet all at the same time. I love to talk about homeschooling methods…"
Brenda Reichle commented on Emily Maker's group Homeschooling
"We live in NE Nebraska. I have been homeschooling my 11-year-old for 3 years now.
Best advice: trust yourself. You know your kids better than anyone else and love them, so you will always try to do your best by them. …"
Jeanne Dufort replied to Emily Maker's discussion Old Small Towns
"Great points, Alexis.
But taxes are a funny thing to analyze! Some state like Georgia do have income taxes, but also overall rank among the lowest in total taxation. And the property tax rate in Georgia will vary wildly from county to…"
Donna Alexander commented on Emily Maker's group Homeschooling
"Hello everyone. I am new to both Farm-Dreams and to Homechoooling. We actually start schooling the first of Jan. 2012. I live in Gaylesville, AL but during the week we take care of my dad in Summerville, GA. Any new advice to a new…"
Alexis Mauldin replied to Emily Maker's discussion Old Small Towns
"You might want to take tax rates into account as well. A few states do not have personal income taxes: Texas, Tennessee, Florida, and I believe Nevada and Washington state. Check county tax rates as well.
I'm in TN now, and…"
Emily Maker replied to Earth School's discussion Prepping and bugging out...and the realities of re-location in the group Traditional/Primitive Living Skills
"Thanks for posting, I am glad and kind of sad to read this... I have always loved Mike Adams, and posted his stuff around to share. Turns out he isn't as back to the earth as I thought. He still has good things to say, and I will…"
Jeanne Dufort replied to Emily Maker's discussion Old Small Towns
"Beth - Madison is about 30 minutes south of Athens, and both Oconee and Morgan Counties are know as "family-farm friendly". The university community really supports the Athens Farmer Market, and we also get quality food to local…"
Daisy replied to Emily Maker's discussion daily life in the group Traditional/Primitive Living Skills
"Emily - I moved from a suburban environment where I had no connection to the natural world around me and it wasn't until I came to the country and started farming that I began to learn these traditional skills. Now that I look back on it…"
Eva replied to Emily Maker's discussion Old Small Towns
"I would love to find a place like this also"
Earth School replied to Emily Maker's discussion daily life in the group Traditional/Primitive Living Skills
"That's the real beauty of learning primitive/traditional skills Emily. It's that re-connection with the Earth that is quite profound! A re-awakening of something that is lying dormant within us all. Empowering yourself with these skills,…"
Emily Maker added a discussion to the group Traditional/Primitive Living Skills
daily life
I live in a big city, in a "normal" house. We do "normal" things like eat out, play Wii, and watch movies... I don't consider myself a prepper. However, I am very interested in learning everything I can about primitive living skills. I am on my way to making fire, spinning fiber, and brain tanning hides. Everything I learn, I incorporate into our life. Doing things by hand, without modern "tools" gives me great satisfaction. I like knowing when I can go out and get wild grapes, greens, and…See More
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- At 3:54pm on December 1, 2011,
Okie said… That would be great. My wife is doing an internship in Stillwater during the week but we plan on working every weekend. We have two children, 3 and 2 years old, that I am taking care of but I also hope to work in the mornings everyday too. Cob seems labor intensive so help would be great.
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