tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post8510419398845894005..comments2024-03-21T23:10:18.096-04:00Comments on Hartwood Roses: A Getting-To-Know-You Giveway.Connie in Hartwoodhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09127877285792861166noreply@blogger.comBlogger31125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-253494617743800502011-09-14T21:39:47.979-04:002011-09-14T21:39:47.979-04:00Hi Connie - I've been a follower for a while a...Hi Connie - I've been a follower for a while and enjoy your dog and thrift store adventures posts best. <br />I'm a fellow Virginian, living in the beautiful Appalachian Mountains of southwest VA where I raise rare breed horses and sheep. These days, I'm getting ready for colder weather and winter.Thistle Cove Farmhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15722295191884810953noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-60647359012106677002011-09-14T14:08:45.505-04:002011-09-14T14:08:45.505-04:00Since I'm a new follower to your blog, I don&#...Since I'm a new follower to your blog, I don't know what to say in regards to what I would like to see more of -- what I've seen so far is very good. I'm a big fan of critters, so if you can post more about your greyhounds, that would suit me just fine. <br /><br />As for me, I'm an insurance fraud investigator turned farmer (in 2006), I love photography with my D90, love my Nancyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06116903234641971344noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-45741678179500264882011-09-14T12:56:30.277-04:002011-09-14T12:56:30.277-04:00I've been ill and have not been able to go out...I've been ill and have not been able to go out of the house in over a year. This blog, and its neighbors, allow me the opportunity to travel, to garden, to shop.<br /><br />The tray is the outdoors. It doesnt matter if I'm the lucky number selected, I've won by getting to share your world.Jillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14430116407490335437noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-70196839364980370182011-09-13T11:00:36.410-04:002011-09-13T11:00:36.410-04:00I discovered your website while browsing ways to r...I discovered your website while browsing ways to root roses. <br /><br />I love antiques and enjoy seeing other people's renovation of older homes. I love historic homes but do not live in one. Renovation is something I enjoy reading about but am too chicken to try!<br /><br />I enjoy reading about your Greyhounds and the rescue group you belong to. I have 3 dogs and two are from rescue Sharrieboberryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17659931257459104972noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-59156746125607965782011-09-12T02:23:33.623-04:002011-09-12T02:23:33.623-04:00I have been blessed with cuttings from our former ...I have been blessed with cuttings from our former church that rooted and have produced more cutting material. This year, two of the four cuttings are vigorously growing but that creates a new problem. We have deer that visit and browse, of course roses are delicacies for them. How to make beds and supply adequate space so we can enjoy the glorious red blossoms of an unknown variety without Robert Turnernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-36696831066198939652011-09-12T00:01:55.425-04:002011-09-12T00:01:55.425-04:00I come for the variety of topics, but the roses an...I come for the variety of topics, but the roses and greyhounds mostly. I have worked as and architect of building, not landscaping as most think. The landscape design was a hobby that 'grew' into a profession.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-9508747624446640732011-09-11T17:26:35.312-04:002011-09-11T17:26:35.312-04:00I was lucky to meet Connie in person at the Garden...I was lucky to meet Connie in person at the Garden Show in Charlotte a few years ago. What I admire most about her is that she seems so productive! Roses, greyhounds, antiques, home improvements. I get tired just reading her blog sometimes.<br /><br />I'm trying to get my focus onto one or two hobbies that I enjoy. I still love my roses, but the darn weather will not cooperate. And I've AmericanWomanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12948838773452660876noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-53275615058380289992011-09-11T14:18:54.352-04:002011-09-11T14:18:54.352-04:00I love seeing the things you pick up at flea marke...I love seeing the things you pick up at flea markets. I really want to get a chest for my bedroom because of you!<br /><br />Something about me? I'm Jen, a 20-something living in Vermont and trying to knit and crochet through her yarn stash this year. So far, it's not going so well!Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10142573402299209412noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-60222025967031745412011-09-11T09:21:53.504-04:002011-09-11T09:21:53.504-04:00Hi Connie! For the others that don't know, my...Hi Connie! For the others that don't know, my name is Ron S. and I live in Geneva IL, a suburb 30 miles west of Chicago. I share and understand the joy that Connie has for her wonderful historic home. I had the pleasure of spending time at Hartwood Manor in the '70s when my Aunt and Uncle lived there. As a kid, it was fasinating visiting this home & farm during the summers. And Ron S.noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-43228222936220881982011-09-10T16:44:31.379-04:002011-09-10T16:44:31.379-04:00Dear Connie, How generous of you to make this offe...Dear Connie, How generous of you to make this offer. I feel the same as you about the friends I have made through blogging. And I have learned so much about gardening from reading blogs, including yours. I don't think you can improve upon your postings! <br /><br />Something about me -- I love giving tea parties ... hint! hint!<br /><br />P. xPam's English Gardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01359787694149174369noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-25808855851166335372011-09-10T10:19:54.690-04:002011-09-10T10:19:54.690-04:00I found your blog just searching for blogs on gard...I found your blog just searching for blogs on gardening. Roses are a favorite, so reading your blog and learning more about them has been fun. I also live in an old house that we have been in the process of remodeling for almost 30<br />years(I am forever wanting to change something). Looking back I wish it had been a restoration, but at the time we were young and really couldn't afford to &Sue Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05072255294180669986noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-62469642382194935632011-09-09T22:47:21.769-04:002011-09-09T22:47:21.769-04:00Hi Connie! What a neat idea for a post! It's...Hi Connie! What a neat idea for a post! It's fun getting to know our blog friends this way. :) Hmmmm....I first started following you because you are so darn smart when it comes to gardening, and I'm always looking to learn more about how to make my garden healthier and more lush. :) So, thank you for that, girlie! I love hearing your tips and seeing your awesome gardens...not to Heaven's Walkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16632739764562279850noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-7045766294064453942011-09-09T22:27:46.996-04:002011-09-09T22:27:46.996-04:00I visit your blog almost everyday, and even came t...I visit your blog almost everyday, and even came to see the rose farm in person. I love to read about the roses, the house, and the dogs.I'm inspired by your practicality, enthusiasm, and creativity, and feel a bit of a kick in the butt not to procrastinate. Thanks for sharing your successes and the failures.mary snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-64775394381037821712011-09-09T21:11:21.890-04:002011-09-09T21:11:21.890-04:00I am a Culpeper gardener with only one forsythia i...I am a Culpeper gardener with only one forsythia in my pot ghetto. I still remember the first time I met Connie and she had the most beautiful pot ghetto, I hope to one day as well. The stuff I try to propogate tends to die. I am not very good at it but I love to try and seeing other peoples successes.Suzannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08174599877034176266noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-44858401669700071582011-09-09T19:35:38.477-04:002011-09-09T19:35:38.477-04:00I always enjoy reading about your dogs and your wo...I always enjoy reading about your dogs and your work with greyhounds. I also enjoy the projects you have going on at the house. Actually, I enjoy all your posts!<br /><br />Something about me, hmmm... I have finally decided what I want to do when I grow up! I want to have a hobby farm! Little by little, I'm working on that dream!<br /><br />Thanks for a lovely giveaway! That tray is Gone Countryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02044426675150865698noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-75756083506542234722011-09-09T18:55:38.873-04:002011-09-09T18:55:38.873-04:00I love reading good blogs - it's like reading ...I love reading good blogs - it's like reading a book for me. I love hearing about other people's hobbies and lives and crafts. <br />And considering you don't live that far from me, I find it even MORE interesting.<br />Oh, and I do love the roses....my first experience with roses was that my mother's name was Rose. And we always had roses in the yard in NY. <br />That tray is MarthaVAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03936514662127166756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-77282771783778312192011-09-09T18:54:09.357-04:002011-09-09T18:54:09.357-04:00I love your beautiful photos. The roses, your hous...I love your beautiful photos. The roses, your house and your antiquing ventures.<br />I've recently moved to SW Virginia from NJ. Starting my whole life over again. And I'd love to start a blog of my own someday.<br /><br />Teresa<br />tbarnard423@gmail.comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-85143804830050315412011-09-09T18:00:39.953-04:002011-09-09T18:00:39.953-04:00Well, Connie, I love everything you post! Everyth...Well, Connie, I love everything you post! Everything! Your photos make me drool, which does get rather messy, but I can use a burp rag.<br /><br />You know I'm never hidden. LOL!<br /><br />PS: Not entering. Your blog is gift enough.Ms. Ahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06263882972749791087noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-47208306860837302302011-09-09T17:54:21.622-04:002011-09-09T17:54:21.622-04:00I am a mama to many four-leggers who make my world...I am a mama to many four-leggers who make my world go 'round! They take up mucho space on my blog! And I mix in a little about two-legged humans :)<br /><br />I love your old home; I live in too!<br />And I have learned sooo much about roses, that I actually was able to join in a *rose* conversation last night!The person asked me what I grow after our little chat. I don't. But, I have a ~from my front porch in the mountains~https://www.blogger.com/profile/18103990196491433325noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-38845911520929239522011-09-09T17:10:06.409-04:002011-09-09T17:10:06.409-04:00What fun to discover you! I'm in NC, so I fig...What fun to discover you! I'm in NC, so I figure your roses would grow here, too. <br /><br />I think I've written 475 or so posts, so I'm pleased to meet you, Connie! I had no idea I'd write that many, especially since most of them are about the every day funny side of life. I suppose I'll keep on as long as it's funny. :)<br /><br />The tray is lovely! I'd be Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-18657485802915260852011-09-09T17:04:13.495-04:002011-09-09T17:04:13.495-04:00I am new to reading your blog, but I love all thin...I am new to reading your blog, but I love all things about historical homes and projects for improving them. I hope that you will share about what you are working on as well as perhaps some of the beauty of the area that you live in. I have visited Virginia (beautiful homes) and live in Florida myself (not as beautiful homes).Bonniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00768716917839658140noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-10000911987492459832011-09-09T15:52:18.465-04:002011-09-09T15:52:18.465-04:00I"m so glad that I'm getting caught up wi...I"m so glad that I'm getting caught up with my blog reading in time to put my name in the hat.<br /><br />Let's see.... about me: Of course there is a lot on my blog about the adventure that DH and I have ahead of us moving to Virginia. But something that my blogging friends don't know about me is that I took our four sons traveling each summer in an RV for 5 weeks each year. (GBS) NewsFromTheHillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00508150515457316537noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-29569734422784814312011-09-09T13:44:35.940-04:002011-09-09T13:44:35.940-04:00Hi Connie! I love reading about your roses, your ...Hi Connie! I love reading about your roses, your propagation experiments & techniques, and the restoration/transformation of your home. Everything is fun and positive, and a bright spot in my day. I would love to learn more about antique and native southern roses.<br /><br />About me: I am a 20 something, almost 30 something single girl in TN. I am an artist (stained glass), but have _emily_rosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08044004465736417388noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-2327803582452811592011-09-09T13:13:50.725-04:002011-09-09T13:13:50.725-04:00flushed out from just reading your blog! I enjoy ...flushed out from just reading your blog! I enjoy everything you write about - from Luckett's to tiling your bathroom floors and all in between.<br />I love gardening and I was a chemist in a 'previous' life:)deborahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02462551016440715970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-489596100395140547.post-14451139926109035812011-09-09T11:45:46.274-04:002011-09-09T11:45:46.274-04:00Well, I do read you regularly as I'm still lea...Well, I do read you regularly as I'm still learning about roses, so those are my favorite posts. Something about me? Well, I am very unorganized and drive my husband crazy (Mr. Organization!).HolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.com