graanieb

17 years ago

Bea is a great trader. She is very polite, answered all my emails and then some. I really enjoyed receiving emails from Bea. She sent a generous amount and sent them quickly. I would definitely trade with her again. Eileen

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soilent_green
13 years ago
Trading with her was a pleasant experience. I won't hesitate to trade with her again if the opportunity arises.
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flowergirl34
13 years ago
Just completed an amazing seed swap with Bea! She sent so many extra surprises...I'm going to have to look some of them up! :) Its lovely people like her, with their immense generosity, that make the GardenWeb a wonderful place to be. Thanks so much again Bea and I hope everything grows well for you!! vina
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Yes, we had prepared for days -car trunk was full, 4 kitties went last in 3 carriers- 2 of them kept crying- imagine one crying all the way to Houston in 2005? She's a wise 17 year old Siamese who tried to open the cage while laying on her back-we called it -doing Houdini, lol You got to talk to them more, assure them we are all there. Seeds were in 4 bags in the freezer, was easy to remember them as we were empting the fridge in case of power failure -after K we had no power for 2 weeks, said it then never leave any food in the fridge. Only seeds I left were drying on the kitchen table, mostly JMG- send me your addy again, this year we have the prettiest JMGs, other things too, let me know. Oh well, another lesson learned ( message length limits) -thanks for assuring me it was programmed as I suspected and hoped). After relaxing that's when we tend to reflect and tears come at times, naturally. Mary's especially glad SAINTS will play today-in Superdome ---welcome distraction, as it was needed when they returned after Katrina---Go Saints!!! Go us and US, go back where you came from, Ike!! Hugs, Bea
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My husband was in michigan this week and that was one of the flights he thought about taking on thursday night. He flies a lot and it just hit close to home. Clarence is not far from where we live. We are a little more out in the country. Big sigh of relief. When the news came on at 10pm they announced at the end of the broadcast that a plane had crashed by the airport, but they didn't know anything yet. By the time the 11pm news came on, it was not until after the weather that their news crews made it to the neighborhood and they announced it was a commercial plane. WIVB broadcast without commercial break until I went to bed at 2am. When my husband called to say he was alright i was so grateful. (wipes tears and sniffles) Fran, Could i have the blanket flower, please? BTW, DS#3 watered my keyboard once, its still a little iffy. We set it in from of the blower on the woodstove for a week. Just FYI those of you sowing in the keys LOL! Thank all of you for the prayers. Families here are esp. close knit and things like this are difficult for anyone. Praying for your FIL, too Nichol. Fleethart
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A couple of notes because the rest is going to be rather long and involved: Lynda, I have the Vitex marked for you and in your baggie! And thank you for the marigolds! They will be very interesting with my others! Dessie I would be more than happy to receive your little helper's seed packets! I think it's great! Wendy Try some Chai Spice tea, it works wonders in helping clear up colds and flu. I always add a dollop of honey to help sooth the throat. It's a staple in our house and really does help. Alright, here is my take on this.. I can understand how many were hoping that the two swaps would not coincide, but, we all knew there was a fair chance of that happening. For myself, I know that I continued to update my list, even well after Patty's swap's mailing deadline. I did my updates using the same method we did for Patty's swap- using an updated date. Even had I not, I knew there was a good chance the two swaps would overlap. I joined this one knowing full well- according to the guidelines posted for it- that I may NOT receive as many as I sent in. That I would receive as many as were sent in FOR me, up to five packets of the SAME item. I recall there being some issue with this and a member who became very rude in their comments about this fact. Yes, my package from the What's Left swap is in the second batch to go out. No, I did not keep strict record of what I sent to those who were in the What's Left swap. I did keep better records of what I'm sending for this swap. I also know that a lot of people will be sending in baggies of seeds marked as extras- not dedicated for anyone, but to add in when it's seen those items are on someone's list. No, these may not be some of the rarer or more exclusively wanted items on someone's list. But if someone has some of those rarer or more specific items to share, I'm sure they would have put them into your baggie before they mailed. So, I don't see that anyone would be missing out on anything. The only way I could see having updated one's list further as complicating Patty's swap would be if someone had removed things from their list. Updating and adding items would not have conflicted. Because if there were any extras of what you were wanting, Patty would have included them. So, I guess I'm not really understanding how there is such a need to update the lists just because one is in both swaps. If I receive duplicates, wonderful! Because the things on my list are things I want! If I don't receive something on my list, then no one had it to share. If I receive so many of something that I can't plant it all, then I can bless someone else by offering it up for a trade. So, perhaps I'm being dense here, but how would one not receive something sent in specifically for them (up to FIVE packets of the same item!) that was on their wants list in this swap? Everyone has the chance to see your wants as posted and you have had the option to add to that list, as many including myself have this whole time. The only thing I could really see the two swaps happening almost simultaneously possibly affecting would be one's have's list. I'm sorry, I don't mean to upset or offend anyone. I'm just honestly trying to understand why this is such an issue. So please don't take this as meaning to offend or as pointed to anyone in particular. This is just me trying to understand why so many are upset about this. If you prefer to email me privately and help me understand it, I would be pleased with that and please do! Perhaps there are aspects and issues with this that I'm not readily seeing and should consider. I don't want to keep the thread off track by my question becoming a debate here. Perhaps there can be some adjustments of dates if this swap happens in the late summer or again next winter, but for this year it is as it is and personally, I'm really enjoying it! Nancy, I hope you don't decide to drop out, because I know that I should have at least a couple of things from your list, perhaps more. But I'll respect your choice and be your Garden Buddy either way :) Fran, you have a real job ahead of you and I don't know how those like you and Patty do it! Leave me hosting my "pair em up and let em go" or true RR type swaps! I think those of you that host this kind of swap are awesome! Angela, you have been a wonderful help to Fran and all of us in this swap! I know the time it can take to code pages like that, though updates are easier once the initial work is done, and I want to say THANK YOU for the time and work you are putting in on this swap for everyone's benefit! Kathy~ heading off to stuff more little baggies and envelopes.
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stormy_weather
13 years ago
Wonderful trader, very generous and prompt in shipping. Thanks again!
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sherrih
13 years ago
Bea is a wonderful trader. Very generious, very polite, answers email quickly, and mails very quick and everything is packed very nicely. would trade with her anytime.. Thanks Bea..
Sherri
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moonwolf_gw
13 years ago
I did a trade with Bea a few months back and she is a very kind and generous trader! I will trade with her again when the time comes! Talking to her is like talking to an old friend or one of the family. I know she's been having a rough time herself, but we're all here to support her.

Happy howls to you, Bea! Enjoy your seeds!

Brad AKA Moonwolf
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redthreaddiy
13 years ago
From graanieb, I got a really pretty embellished envelope which had a pinecone wreath card inside (did you add glitter yourself?! It's BEAUTIFUL!) along with tons of seeds for the secret santa swap! I got Sonata-White and Happy Ring Cosmos, Red Chinese Lanterns, Red Tithonia, and Cinnamon Basil seeds! These are all new to me! I'm so excited to plant the Chinese lanterns - I looked them up and they look so cool and so do all of the other seeds! Thank you so much!!!
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tomva
13 years ago
Bea is a great person and very prompt and generous,would definetly trade with her again
TomVa
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angelady777 (Angela) - Zone 6
13 years ago
We were in the Secret Santa round robin swap together. She sent me some awesome seeds and a Christmas card. I really enjoyed this swap and what she sent me!

Blessings,
Angela
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flowergirl34
13 years ago
Thank you so much Bea for being a part of the Secret Santa Seed Swap 2010! She sent me a lovely pine cone Christmas card and some wonderful seeds for my garden. Merry Christmas Bea and Happy Sowing!! :) vina
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debi
13 years ago
Bea,
Is a friend in the garden. I just received a package packed full of extras, well labeled. Got lots of my wants and many surprises. Looking forward to a long term friendship and many more trades in the future..
Debi
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annie_nh
13 years ago
Just received a wonderful trade from graanieb
I certainly will trade with her again
Annie
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pumkingal
13 years ago
What can I say about the wonderful Bea??? Yes wonderful,,,Thank you for our great trade and all the extras too,, we had agreed on a few and we both got surprises alot of seeds,,just how I like it.. thank you, she is so sweet to talk to,,
Will so trade with you again and again,, she is a 5 star trader,, thanks Lisa
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hostarookie
13 years ago
I recently completed a trade with Bea. She's a pleasure to communicate with, generous with seeds, and a prompt sender. Would definitely trade with her again!
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flowergirl34
13 years ago
Once again another wonderful trade with Bea! She is just so generous with her seed trades I can't say enough nice things about her. A seed trade with Bea is a true pleasure. And I'm looking forward to many more :) Happy Sowing Bea! vina
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karyn1
13 years ago
What can I say. Bea sent me another package filled with all kinds of wonderful seeds. We've been trading for years and it's always a nice surprise when I open a package from her. Thanks : )
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bemonkey Zone 7 South New Jersey
13 years ago
I had a great trade with Bea, even better correspondence. She even sent extra seeds. Bea was so easy to communicate with and prompt. I would love to trade with her in future.

Thank you again.

Vesna
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bizarrogir
13 years ago
Bea is such a nice person :) Thanks for the great trade Bea! I'd love to do it again sometime!
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sunshine98
13 years ago
Bea just sent me a box of plants and like all the others they are WONDERFUL!!!!!! I have been trading with Bea for about 5 years now and she has always come through with flying colors. Healthy plants, GORGEOUS, Very friendly personality, communicative, sends on time, and I would HIGHLY recommend her to anyone wanting to do a great trade. She gets a AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA+++++++++++++++++++++++++ from me !!!!

Always a friend,
Sunshine98
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Margie Crawford
12 years ago
It was a pleasure to trade with Bea. Friendy and prompt communication, quick shipping and generous extras. Would be happy to trade again! Margie
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alwaysagarden
12 years ago
Another great trade with Bea. She is always prompt, generous and very friendly. Look forward to another!
Cindy : )
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crackingtheconcrete
12 years ago
Just had my first trade with Bea and she was a darling and so generous, as all her previous ratings attest to. Thanks so much, Bea! :)
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jensyen ( z7 MD )
12 years ago
Sorry I didn't post a review sooner. Bea sent me generous amounts of well packaged seeds. Many extras. Her correspondence was warm and friendly. I highly reccommend her. Thanks! Jen
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tl.graham
12 years ago
As a newbie I did a sasbe with Bea. She is so friendly and fun to talk too. I look forward to getting to know her better and hopefully one day to have something to trade with her! Thanks Bea for making a newbie feel welcome!
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Pash
12 years ago
I just found this 'rate a and review' forum and have to comment on what a delight it is to trade with Bea. She's a real gardener's gardener. I'm looking forward for to trading with her again. Thanks for everything, Bea!
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ruthz
12 years ago
Bea, thank you for the beautiful angel card and sharing your seeds with me in the Secret Santa swap.
Merry Christmas to you and your family.
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User
12 years ago
A big thank you to Bea for the lovely seeds sent in the Secret Santa swap!
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poisondartfrog
12 years ago
I am looking forward to growing the fun seeds Bea sent me in the Secret Santa Swap. Thanks Bea!
Alana
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apoppyfield
12 years ago
Thanks for another great trade grannie!! Loved the seeds. A
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seedmoney
12 years ago
Swapping with Bea is like peeking in your Xmas sock--the deeper you dig, the better it gets! Thank you Bea, for sharing your seeds with me. Trading with you is always a pleasure.
regards,
seedmoney
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stlgirl
12 years ago
Another great trade with Bea. Love the bonus seeds.

~stlgirl
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mrao77
12 years ago
Bea is the sweetest! Oh my goodness! I cant believe I had not found this jewel of a person before. I contacted her about a plant that I had been looking for, not realizing she has sooo many ravings on this forum. Just completed my first swap with Bea. Awesome trader, kind and generous. She even sent many extras! I sure look forward to more swaps! Thank you, Bea!
mrao77
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domesticdiana
12 years ago
I had the pleasure of receiving some seeds for SASE from Bea and I got more than I had in mind! :)
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Chemocurl zn5b/6a Indiana
11 years ago
Posted by MoonFire none (My Page) on
Wed, Jun 13, 12 at 19:55

Seed trade with her was excellent :) ...thanks bunches graanieb!!

(copied from another thread)
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Pixel_Pepper
11 years ago
It was great to trade with Bea-- she traded me quite a variety (gave me plenty of options and even included some surprises) and they were all healthy and packaged well. She even included instructions for care on the packaging, and her emails were very friendly. I'm glad we had the chance to trade!
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nel.nucifera
11 years ago
Generous and courteous trader! Would trade with her anytime! Thanks so much!
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ruthz
11 years ago
Another great trade with Bea.
Just received a package full of great seeds.
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jensyen ( z7 MD )
11 years ago
A+++ Bea sent me generous amounts of well packaged seeds. Many extras. Her correspondence was warm and friendly. I highly recommend her. Thanks again! Jen
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lady_alicia Zone 5/6 PA
11 years ago
Once again, another great trade with Bea! As usual, generous seed amounts, quick to ship, and love the extras! Thanks, Bea!!!

Alicia
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throughtheforest
10 years ago
What a lovely trade! We exchanged a number of emails, really loved chatting with Bea. We're already planning to do another trade in the fall and I can't wait. One of the most enjoyable trades I've done!
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irishdescended
10 years ago
I have traded with Bea several times over several years. I dont have enough great things to say about her! Shes one of gardenwebs best! Darla.
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ashley05
10 years ago
Not only did Bea send beautiful plants and a good amount of seeds, but she was a lot of fun to communicate with. I can't wait for our next trade!
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recipesaver2
10 years ago
Wonderful to trade with and so generous!!
Thanks so much!
Jean
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SunshineGal
10 years ago
Wonderful trade with Bea! Great communication, super quick shipping, wonderful seeds PLUS extra seeds...very happy with the trade! Thanks so much!
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elvimiller
10 years ago
Bea donated seeds For the Kids Seed Swap 2014 in Round Robin. She followed all directions and was a pleasure to swap with! Thanks!
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bowler851
10 years ago
Bea and I had a marvelous trade. She's very prompt and neat and so, so generous. But, trumping even that ... Bea is simply a sweetheart. Kind and caring and a wonderful conversationalist. I was happy just trading emails with her, let alone the great seeds. I would trade with her again anytime and hope to keep in touch. Thank you, Bea.

~ Jen
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Sycamore Lane
10 years ago
One of my favorite trade experiences so far! I had a great trade with Bea! She is so wonderful to chat with and has lots of good information. Very generous; sending more than requested. Simply a gracious trader! Thanks so much!
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cowboydad76
9 years ago
just found out bout this forum I received my seeds from Bea yesterday in great shape 2 thumbs up!!!
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vaflowernut
9 years ago
Thank you GraanieB for all the wonderful seeds. Such a nice person :)
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bluee19
9 years ago
I would definitely recommend Bea to trade and thank you so much from the bottom of heart for the seeds. I appreciate your emails and quick response. There are not enough Thank Yous to say how much I appreciate your kindness.
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ladyrose65
9 years ago
I just had a great seed and plant exchange with Lady Bea. She is an honorable woman. Would not mind doing any future trades with her.

Sincerely, Avis M.
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