Old 05-14-2011, 03:48 AM
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Alice Woodhull
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Location: Southeastern Indiana
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Yes, I was in 4-H for 10 years. That and church were my social life b ack then when the closest neighbor was a mile away. Kids then didn't have all the extra curricular things to do. I sewed, baked, canned, and made lamps. I even won a trip to Washington, New York, and Pittsburgh for my achievement in the Electric project. Many of the things I do now were learned back then. I can wire a lamp without going to the shop to get it done. I can for many of my mom's friends. While she was living, she would tell them what I did, and they asked her if I would do it for them. Now I have a big group of them wanting canned green beans, tomatoes, pickles and relish. I don't know how many more years I can do it. My daughter and granddaughter were in 4-H and I am a leader for foods now. It is a very good program, but sadly not many participate any more. Too many other things to get their attention.
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