tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post5034264727413202672..comments2024-03-28T15:55:53.792+10:00Comments on down to earth: Give more, expect less ...Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger85125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-74350131137467940632011-08-08T21:42:03.667+10:002011-08-08T21:42:03.667+10:00Rhonda, im so glad you listed this post to 're...Rhonda, im so glad you listed this post to 'revisit'. I must pass this link onto to my family and friends. Your words of wisdom need to be spread far and wide. JuliaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-57191085263637356142009-09-07T15:32:52.392+10:002009-09-07T15:32:52.392+10:00Hello Rhonda! I love this posting so much:) I so l...Hello Rhonda! I love this posting so much:) I so look up to women who live simply and happily. <br />Thank you so much for visiting my page and all your sweet words! I was so thrilled to have a visitor all the way from Australia! I am so grateful to be in the blog world with women like you to learn from.Ashley Schotthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16990858895171029553noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-23294600957670243642009-09-06T05:09:29.354+10:002009-09-06T05:09:29.354+10:00Hi Rhonda...I'm a little late to the party, bu...Hi Rhonda...I'm a little late to the party, but I'm enjoying the blog!Amy Bozzahttp://amysreallife.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-63626932405235744502009-09-05T17:36:04.044+10:002009-09-05T17:36:04.044+10:00Thank you for another wonderful post Rhonda.
I am...Thank you for another wonderful post Rhonda.<br /><br />I am so grateful for the internet, because my mum had no interest in teaching me how to run a house, live simply and stay out of debt....i had go into cyberspace to learn these things, and what a mentor you have been to me.<br /><br />Thank you.<br /><br />PS The forum sounds great!!!laurenhendersonnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-79897218985208493112009-09-05T09:18:34.097+10:002009-09-05T09:18:34.097+10:00I just love reading your blog every day! I too am...I just love reading your blog every day! I too am a stay-at-home-mom to our three year old daughter (baby girl #2 will be here in 2 short months!) and I homeschool her also. Right now we live in a small town, but are looking at buying land in the country and building our own, small, yet efficient home. We want to raise horses, cats, dogs, beef cattle, chickens, a few sheep and I'm sure many more animals! We also plan to put in a garden (we already can most of our own veggies and fruits, from local farms, and both our parents have huge gardens so they share). I admit, we have made some "keeping up with the Jonses" mistakes in the past and are still working on paying off that "stupid tax" (debt). But we are more than halfway there! God is so good! <br />Keep up the good work! A forum sounds great!! I have so many questions and don't always know who to ask! :)<br />Thanks for a great blog!<br />RandiMereccahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11553795060554017423noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-66177106785626001502009-09-05T06:13:42.814+10:002009-09-05T06:13:42.814+10:00I have been seriously thinking if we are mentoring...I have been seriously thinking if we are mentoring. Without thinking of it I think we are doing more than I had thought. We could always do more though of course. We have helped new couples bake bread, plant a garden and given them many saving ideas. Also these other couples could use things we had we did not need and so this helped all of us. Etc. When you love what you do you want to share it! Sharing such information has become second nature to us so I had to think about it and now realize there have been many such times. We did not have any mentors just book learning to get us into this lifestyle. Now we know it is our responsibility to share so others do not do without. I have been working with a young mother recently and thought ahead of some of the ideas that have helped me through life and purposely added them to our conversation when and if the right time came up to do so. There have been certain life lessons that have been lightbulb moments and I want to pass some of them on. She has been very receptive and asked further questions and has come to me since asking more. She in turn knows things I do not know. Everyone has something to share no matter what age. Yes although staying to ourselfs away from this hurried wild world is inviting it is not always possible. We do prefer it though. Yet when we are out and among the 'world' we can share and mentor where we can in love. Thankyou Rhonda for the peace I feel when I come here as I know I am with people that understand where we are coming from. JodyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-853491031625005832009-09-05T05:44:58.966+10:002009-09-05T05:44:58.966+10:00You know, I visit several blogs at various times d...You know, I visit several blogs at various times during the day. All of them today seem to be giving hope and admonition that we are better than we seem and we should strive to continue to better ourselves. We are world and news weary, no matter what continent we live on. Personally, as an American, I am continually shamed at the greed and selfish attitude that certainly seems prevelent in this society that I call home. I find it everywhere; in other women judging choices I make all the way to corportate and government gluteny. If we as women of the world would act and instill these values, the ones you speak of, we could change the world. Kindness. Respect. Simplicity. It shouldn't be underestimated.Beth Elmorehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02430379720283242217noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-12953634238153122562009-09-05T05:13:31.174+10:002009-09-05T05:13:31.174+10:00Hi Rhonda.
I'm a bit of a long time lurker bu...Hi Rhonda.<br /><br />I'm a bit of a long time lurker but would definitely be interested in a forum. I can't give up a huge amount of time for it but if you need some help with moderation I have plenty of experience (been moderating on-and-off since I was about 16, including starting up and modding a freecycle group)Sarahhttp://www.wordpress.com/lightisfadingnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-55947268498010192812009-09-05T04:39:21.516+10:002009-09-05T04:39:21.516+10:00Please do have a forum-I for one would just love i...Please do have a forum-I for one would just love it. Thanks again for <br />doing what you do. Even though I grew up learning/doing many of the things you teach it was only when hard times hit us that I saw the real VALUE in it. I get such encouragement from reading your blog and I've even learned a few new tricks! Passing the "gift" along to the next generation <br />is our sacred duty. Each one reach one, eh? God bless,Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-32350720745846336742009-09-05T04:36:09.347+10:002009-09-05T04:36:09.347+10:00Hi Rhonda:
As always, your post is great and obvi...Hi Rhonda:<br /><br />As always, your post is great and obviously hit the spot in regards to a forum judging by the number of comments (at this point 75). I'll be interested to see what goes on but useless at moderating as I've no idea what is involved.<br /><br />Keeping up with the Joneses is a fruitless endeavor and just wastes energy and effort. I've friends whose paychecks are spent even before they hit their hands, all in an effort to have what their neighbors have and more. They've even planned what they are going to spend their annual bonuses on without even knowing that a bonus will be awarded or how much. Now that is definitely living paycheck to paycheck. I'd be a nervous wreck living like that with all the debts they carry. <br /><br />I was born right after WWII ended in England and we grew all our own vegetables, had chickens and rabbits at the bottom of the garden, and if a purchase was to be made the money was saved up until there was enough. My parents would never go in for "hire purchase" as it was known then and my father still says that if it's in his pocket he can spend it and if it isn't there then he can't. <br /><br />People often seem shocked when I prefer to pay cash or write a check for my purchases rather than put them on a credit card. Now, I do have a credit card for convenience if I'm making a large purchase but it is paid off monthly, my house and car are paid off and I have no other debts. <br /><br />I'm more at peace knowing that what I have is mine to spend as and when I like to take care of myself and my critters, not to keep up with someone else's idea of what I should have.<br /><br />Well, better get off the soapbox. Your posts always get my day going in a good way.<br /><br />Thanks.Shelagh C. in Houstonnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-71064788619116561662009-09-05T03:08:37.253+10:002009-09-05T03:08:37.253+10:00Can men hang around the forum as well?Can men hang around the forum as well?Zane D. Clarkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16584664421188560705noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-4728065709787439552009-09-05T02:31:26.295+10:002009-09-05T02:31:26.295+10:00Rhonda, I loved your last post. I am so glad that...Rhonda, I loved your last post. I am so glad that today's young women have such great resources as your blog for support in their homemaking, and advice and inspiration. I would have just loved having the blogging community around when I was a young mother. I know you have a new daughter-in-law, and so do I. She is into all things homemade, creative and frugal. It's so fun sharing projects with her, and I could not love her more. She has started a new blog at www.schottofclass.blogspot.com. and has posted so many of her beautiful handmade creations. I think you and your readers would love to see them. She would be thrilled, I know, if you stopped by to say hi and welcome. I so love your blog and have gotten so many great ideas from you. You have even been kind enough to answer questions I have had. Thank you. MonaMonahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17401157997090345283noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-21402718047728565372009-09-05T01:40:12.694+10:002009-09-05T01:40:12.694+10:00I would love a forum on your site. I feel so clos...I would love a forum on your site. I feel so close to all the people who visit your blog -- we are all in the same boat with the same ideas and goals.<br /><br />KristinaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-86397399127022192782009-09-05T01:02:25.996+10:002009-09-05T01:02:25.996+10:00I look forward every day to your blog Rhonda. You...I look forward every day to your blog Rhonda. You write with such passion, and such sense. A forum would indeed be a blessing and a supportive community of like minded people.<br /><br />Useless at the moderation however, but would read and participate with a will!<br /><br />Ann from the Isle of SkyeAnn in Paradisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07035152437312483280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-50336035904311392382009-09-05T00:57:08.478+10:002009-09-05T00:57:08.478+10:00Like every comment I read, I'd love to see a f...Like every comment I read, I'd love to see a forum here. <br /><br />As I move into a mental space of becoming more and more environmental, you and your "followers" are a welcome change from some of the slightly wacky environmental blogs out there. It's based on simplicity and stewardship, rather than the "peak oil" theories. The great thing about it all is that what's good for us, is also good for the environment and is good for our wallets too. And I'm sure that's not at all coincidental. <br /><br />A forum would allow me to ask my jam questions during jam making season, and cleaning questions while I'm cleaning rather than wait until the topic comes up in the blog itself. I love it!Evelyn in Canadahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16273654056979750579noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-53679921133971554082009-09-05T00:38:54.811+10:002009-09-05T00:38:54.811+10:00I will be 50 years old this year. My husband I bot...I will be 50 years old this year. My husband I both work at the same company.There is a possiblilty that we both might loose our jobs in the next year.For a while we have been cutting back and trying to slow down and live on less.I am so glad I found your blog I will be using it as a reference to change our way of life.Brendahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10282917117882073421noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-72748520508709392112009-09-04T23:50:13.535+10:002009-09-04T23:50:13.535+10:00yes to forums!yes to forums!kellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02797043775747612012noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-91087268619248603492009-09-04T23:49:12.469+10:002009-09-04T23:49:12.469+10:00What a lovely post and such a positive encourageme...What a lovely post and such a positive encouragement. I feel blessed to have a few such generous women in my life and I know what treasures they are. I'm going to forward a link to your post to share with them this morning.Heatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01343988569221606506noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-74505093170851895292009-09-04T23:41:08.888+10:002009-09-04T23:41:08.888+10:00I think the forum idea is wonderful. I'm 57 ye...I think the forum idea is wonderful. I'm 57 years old and I garden and preserve food also. Even though I have experience in this area I still learn so much from your blog. I'm sorry I've never commented before. I'm sure there are many who read your blog every day, like me, who have not commented. Thank you for this blog!Debbie Bnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-2694261556674987122009-09-04T23:25:27.259+10:002009-09-04T23:25:27.259+10:00Rhonda!
I am 47, AND A HOUSEWIFE. There, I said it...Rhonda!<br />I am 47, AND A HOUSEWIFE. There, I said it with pride! I live in rural Ontario, Canada with my husband and our 12 beautiful rescue cats. We are both vegan and due to circumstances (husband downsized a few years ago and now in a job with a somwewhat reduced salary)we are living frugally, more consciously, and are grateful for all the small things. Homemade meals, a batch of cookies, fresh homemade bread, potatoes from the garden etc etc. Many of our "old" friends are in two income households, have flashy cars, expensive houses, holidays (abroad , no less) and can spend money without having to think about the budget. We don't have two pennies to rub together and we are happy! I am so pleased to have you (via your blog) to encourage us and make me feel as though we are OK living the life we do. It is simple and simple is good!<br />I can't wait for your forum.<br />It will be a little community of like minded people all helping, supporting, and encouraging...wonderful.<br />With thanks, JaneJane and Chrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08102086552682194819noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-10575327307242196842009-09-04T23:13:03.545+10:002009-09-04T23:13:03.545+10:00I really like this post. It speaks to me because ...I really like this post. It speaks to me because I am a younger women and find it hard to have friends that are genuine. I love to have them, I just choose to be guarded in sharing my excitement for something. It seems there is always jelousy or resentment towards me. I don't have much but I am very happy about what I do have. I feel very fortunate and blessed. Thank you for the post and for being a great role model!!Mandiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07229422170203133697noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-89007180721577566822009-09-04T23:10:14.111+10:002009-09-04T23:10:14.111+10:00I am so excited that you posed the question about ...I am so excited that you posed the question about a forum! I am definitely interested in that. Just the other day after reading one of your posts, I was thinking how great it would be to somehow connect more to share thoughts and ideas. We are all teachers and can gain valuable information from each other. <br /><br />Rhonda, thank you again for your words: my husband read your blog today and now realizes why i've been talking about it so much since I found it!!!<br /><br />AngieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-55229826441226522782009-09-04T22:44:38.311+10:002009-09-04T22:44:38.311+10:00Hi Rhonda Jean, I need to catch up on your past po...Hi Rhonda Jean, I need to catch up on your past posts because I have been away visiting family and friends on and off through August. Question - what is a "Flash House" mentioned it your post today? We are almost finished building our raised beds and I just planted a few seeds yesterday with plans to plant more as it starts to cool down here. Looking forward to fresh veggies soon. Thank you for all that you share!. EmilySincerely, Emilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17789516533545511744noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-5503373914904692462009-09-04T22:15:00.942+10:002009-09-04T22:15:00.942+10:00I read in a previous post that you were considerin...I read in a previous post that you were considering homemade pasta for dinner. Would you consider a tutorial on that or do you have that in your archives already? Do you use a pasta machine to roll out your dough? I'm curious because I would like to see it done. Thank you, TerryTerryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12448533344199067144noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-48306019093246814772009-09-04T21:50:22.347+10:002009-09-04T21:50:22.347+10:00I think the overwhelming cry is 'yes' to a...I think the overwhelming cry is 'yes' to a forum! I think it will be great. My only comment on this would be to echo another when they said that one troll could ruin it for all of us. <br />JenAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com