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Reminds me of an area just north of Toronto, the Holland Marsh. It too was settled by a certain ethnic group - guess which, LOL, - and they turned what was once a bog into a fertile vegetable paradise, which sells its products in Torornto...
posted by
Nautikos
on June 1, 2010 at 7:50 PM
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I lovedallthe possitive and generous remarks everyone left here
in your comments. I finished the anecdote here tonight in my post.
posted by
Kabu
on May 31, 2010 at 10:14 PM
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That happens a lot here too Kabu. I think they really live simple lives and help each other out quite a bit. Glad you had a great time sweet one.
posted by
shobana
on May 31, 2010 at 6:48 PM
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What in Montreal we call the 'Italian' syndrome - the huge family arriving, bunched in and living & sharing together, until it starts to pay off. There is much sacrifice of privacy involved, but the result seems to be worth it to them. And you ended up having a good day - I'm sure that was mostly because your charm made that happen, Kabu.
posted by
adnohr
on May 31, 2010 at 4:33 PM
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I have found it fascinating how some immigrants have been able to build up their wealth so quickly like you. I think now in the United States it is harder because a) the recession and b)there is a huge gap with which to overcome in terms of money, language, etc.
posted by
FormerStudentIntern
on May 31, 2010 at 2:02 PM
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Thanks for sharing I found this very interesting...
I find myself pondering also.
posted by
_Symphony_
on May 31, 2010 at 11:26 AM
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u Things to ponder and you guys did putter around love. BC-A, Bill’s RJLst
posted by
BC-A
on May 31, 2010 at 10:45 AM
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I'm pleased that you and Poppy got out and had some fun! Will email you soon. There is more of Vyktor's story for you. I love you both forever.
posted by
lovelyladymonk
on May 31, 2010 at 9:55 AM
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New immigrants seem to work harder than the folks who were there
already, and do without what we consider necessities, like beds for each one and privacy. They've got their eyes on the prize. Seems to happen for them, no matter what part of the world they come from.
Write on!
posted by
Pat_B
on May 31, 2010 at 6:19 AM
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Sunday late night post
I am so glad you had a good time with your friends...I too often wondered how one made a living off the land lovely story/LB
posted by
MsJudy
on May 31, 2010 at 3:09 AM
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Kabu
Very interesting Kabu I used to grow vegetables and fruit, but it was hard graft although enjoyable, but I never made money out of it. I wonder if the land increased in value, perhaps they only ate vegetables, It is a wonder sometimes how people exist on small holdings, but I suppose they like the way the day unfolds, not much fun screwing bolts up each day. Be happy
posted by
C_C_T
on May 31, 2010 at 12:25 AM
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they knew what it took
posted by
Lanetay
on May 30, 2010 at 10:42 PM
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Kabu
What a great post. I am glad you guys had fun. These people probably came form hard work that was producing them little into a place God planned for them. Lovely post, thanks.
posted by
Justi
on May 30, 2010 at 10:42 PM
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kabu
Desire, a dream and a fresh start
posted by
TIMMYTALES
on May 30, 2010 at 9:43 PM
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Kabu,
I guess they were successful by utilizing patience, determination and a dream. I envy people like that. BTW, "Lettuce Pray" made me LOL! ;)
posted by
SpitFire70
on May 30, 2010 at 9:34 PM
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