I started my blog, Fourth Generation Farmgirl about 2 1/2 years ago. It was the tenth anniversary of moving back to my ancestral home at Green Hill Farm. Green Hill Farm: A Retrospective Green Hill Farm includes the main house, a cottage, a big barn, pastures, and many outbuildings. After some research at our local county courthouse and public library, Farmguy […]
I received a wonderful surprise today when I was notified that I’d been nominated for The Happiness Tag by my creative and inspiring friend and fellow blogger, Judy from Edwina’s Episodes. Judy expressed in her nomination that my blog “always cheers her up.” I was touched by her lovely gesture and compliment. I was also happy to hear that my […]
It’s a true delight to be recognized by one’s peers, especially when nominated by someone as lovely and effervescent as Ritu, author of But I Smile Anyway. Many thanks to Ritu for including Fourth Generation Farmgirl with such a wonderful group of bloggers for the nomination of the Miranda Sings Award. This fun and upbeat award was created by Claudia’s Thoughts to […]
I am honored to have been nominated for this Champions Award by the lovely Judy. Judy is the author of the blog, Edwina’s Episodes. This is an eclectic blog with something for everyone: creative writing and poetry as well as lots of warmth and humor. Judy is such an authentic and caring person, always supporting others by showing an interest in their writing as well as their lives. I’ve known Judy for about a year and a half now, and I’m so happy to call her a friend. These awards are the original brainchild of Seumus Gallacher, a successful author and blogger, and are given out to those that “go the extra mile for others.” With that in mind, I am nominating seven bloggers who are always supporting others. There are so many of you that deserve this award, many of whom have been nominated already. These seven bloggers, as far as I know, have not yet been nominated: Melody from Meals With Mel Rob from The V-Pub Joey from Joeyfully Stated George from The Off Key of Life J R from Chronicles of a Blogaholic Jim from Random Writings on the Bathroom Wall Cheryl from Cheryl “Cheffie Cooks” Wiser Recipients, if you choose to accept and wish to share the CHAMPIONS AWARDS, please do the following: 1.Post the Award Sticker on your blog, with the hashtag #CHAMPIONSAWARDS 2.Acknowledge the sponsor of your Awards. 3.Choose at least five […]
Rob, of The V-Pub, graciously nominated my blog for The Dedicated Blogger Award. I am truly honored that he considered Fourth Generation Farmgirl for such a meaningful accolade. Rob was nominated by Barbara, of The Idealistic Rebel, and she states: “This Award is dedicated to those bloggers who consistently provide wisdom, inspiration, kindness, gentleness and truth to the world through their blogs.” Thank you so very much, Rob. I would like to express how happy I am to be a part of a community of bloggers who reflect these same principles into the world everyday through their heartfelt kindnesses to one another, intelligent and moving writing, and wonderful humor. I so appreciate and enjoy reading your contributions. There are no requirements for this award, only a recognition of like-minded bloggers and a request to “pay it forward.” This is just a sample of the many blogs I follow that deserve this award: Riddle from the Middle The Off Key of Life Hugh’s Views and News Joeyfullystated Sue Vincent Decoding Happiness 2015 Chronicles Meals With Mel Modern Theologian Nareszcie Urlop Once again, many thanks to Rob for this beautiful award.
The joyful and effervescent Ritu of the blog, But I Smile Anyway, has nominated me for the STARLIGHT Blogger Award! Thank you so very much, Ritu! Please take time to visit her blog, if you haven’t already!!! This Award is created to highlight and promote Inspiring Bloggers. Nominations Rules: Nominate your 6 favorite bloggers! When nominating others for this award, please consider how these blogs truly touch your soul with their work, like light emanating from the stars. These bloggers who inspire with their internal light are considered a true STARLIGHT Blogger. The rules: 1. Thank the giver and link their blog to your post. 2. Answer the 3 questions given to you. 3. Please pass the award on to 6 or more bloggers and notify them of their nominations. 4. Include the logo of the award in a post or on your blog, and never alter the logo or change the rules. Questions to answer: 1. Do you believe in the Afterlife? Yes, I do believe in the Afterlife. 2. Which “star” is your inspiration? Katharine Hepburn for her modern and independent spirit as well as her wit, tenacity, and drive. 3. Which song would you use as the soundtrack to your life? I don’t know if I could narrow it down to just one song. I’d probably choose a couple from the Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers album called, Anthology: Through the Years, namely: “Runnin’ Down a Dream” and […]
I’ve had the honor of being nominated for the Sisterhood of the World Blogger Award by the following lovely and talented ladies: Melody, of Meals With Mel; Lisa, of Rebirth of Lisa; Ritu, of But I Smile Anyway; and, Momma, of A Momma’s View. Each of these creative, dynamic, and inspiring women have blogs that are interesting, informative, and a […]
I’ve been nominated for another Liebster Award. And, I have to say how appreciative I am of those of you who take time out of your busy schedules to read Fourth Generation Farmgirl and all about the happenings on Green Hill Farm. It is also an honor to be acknowledged by fellow bloggers in such a lovely manner. These awards allow us an opportunity to get to know each other a bit better, and perhaps, help others get noticed, too. All in all, a wonderful way to build community. I’m delighted to have been nominated by Ritu, the author of the creative and eclectic blog, But I Smile Anyway. I was also nominated by the author of the blog, The Modern Theologian. This blog provides interesting and thought provoking discussions on religion. These nominations are such a surprise, and I’m happy to accept. The following rules are associated with the Liebster Award: 1. Link the person who nominated you to your blog post and let them know you answered their questions. 2. Answer the 11 questions given to you by the nominator. 3. Nominate other bloggers for the award that have fewer than 200 followers. 4. Create 11 questions for your nominees to answer. 5. Let the nominees know that they have been nominated by going to their blog and notifying them. My 11 Questions from But I Smile Anyway: 1. Who would you most like to meet, from the past? Queen Elizabeth […]
I was nominated for the Versatile Blogger Award by Judy from Edwinasepisodes and Prajakta from An Armchair Perfectionist. Edwinasepisodes is a blog about the humorous look at the life of an everyday woman. This blog’s hilarious views on life and whimsical poetry will keep you coming back for more. An Armchair Perfectionist is a blog where you’ll find beautiful photography, well-written […]
I would like to thank Edwina from Edwina’s Episodes for the compliment of having been nominated to participate in a “Tour Through Blogland,” also recognized as “The Virtual Blog Tour Award.” I am happy to accept and appreciate the consideration. It is a privilege to be counted amongst such a distinctive group of nominees. Edwina’s Episodes is one of my […]
My name is Tonya, and I grew up on a 300-acre farm in rural Virginia that has been in my family for over 100 years. After graduating from college, receiving my master’s degree in speech and language pathology, and living and working in a small city for six years, I decided to return to the place of my childhood. Here, in this rural area, on this patch of green, where for four generations my family has farmed, gardened, and lived, I, too wanted to be a part of this continuity. As a fourth generation farmgirl, I have many interests that not only include, but also go beyond the basics of farming, gardening, sheep and chicken-keeping. It is all of this and more that I plan on sharing in this blog.
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