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joyfulhearts2004

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We are north of Tyler on 8 acres. We moved here from Livingston 1 1/2 years ago and really piled into getting things done. There was nothing here but a repo doublewide that I redid the inside of. We have been working on fence, 2"x4" non climb horse wire and yes, it is expensive and yes, it is a pain to put up, and YES it keeps our animals in and others out! I can identify with your journey to farming. Do you still have family here and do you ever come to visit? If you do, we are just down I-20 from Marshall!
I do still have family there in Marshall, and in Copperas Cove, Orange, and Shreveport. I haven't been home in years but am hoping to make a trip down in the next year or two. I'm hoping to take a month off and ride my motorcycle down.
In my opinion, East Texas is one of the best places on earth. Caddo Lake is where I think of when I think of home.
Good luck with your place. It's so much work but I love it and think the end results are worth the work. Besides, I'm definitely not a city girl.
 

baymule

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If you make it home to Marshall, we'll have to get together and have lunch!
 

lcertuche

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Welcome from Arkansas. Well you sure have put the work in. I've only got chickens and my garden was a dismal failure this year but I'm living in the country which is what makes me happy. You came to the right place to learn country skills. This is my favorite social site.
 

lcertuche

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Hugelkultur squash

I don't think I've ever heard of Hugelkultur squash. Is it a heirloom?

I appreciate you sharing with us. This is a fun place full of experience farmers, homesteaders, ranchers, and many like me who just dream of being self reliant. If you have questions, someone will have the answer. Jump in with any ideas or opinions.
 
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