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Feline disagreements and civil discourse in Burlington’s New North End

Posted on Monday, October 5, 2015 by Michael • Comments are off for this post

“I thought it was great that people could discuss their views in an open and not hostile forum. Life is not always harmonious, but open discussion is a good way to know how others feel, and, if we are truly open minded, we may even change our own view. If not, at least you can see their side and appreciate our differences. Thanks to all who have read the ongoing cat diaries and have at least thought about other view points.”
• Mark, Burlington New North End Front Porch Forum

Treadmill killer finds next victim from Vergennes neighbors

Posted on Saturday, October 3, 2015 by Michael • Comments are off for this post

Karen posted on her Vergennes FPF…

I’ve killed my treadmill… I won’t survive without one for long! if you’ve got a decent one gathering dust and/or clothing, and it’s a fairly heavy duty, fully functional model, I’m interested! Thank you!

And then she followed up today with…

Front Porch Forum is a Great Resource… there are a LOT of treadmills out there waiting for someone to use them! Thank you for all the responses; I now have a treadmill and a rowing machine.

Sunflowers in Waterbury

Posted on Monday, September 28, 2015 by Michael • Comments are off for this post

“I love FPF! Last week I posted a request for a place to buy sunflowers for a friend’s party that wasn’t too pricey and got several very generous offers from people offering to share theirs! Thank you so much to all of you who offered, it makes me want to be more generous in return. Our party was full of beautiful flowers! Thank you Front Porch Forum!”
• Lauren, Waterbury FPF

Recumbent bike loan in Ferrisburgh

Posted on Monday, September 28, 2015 by Michael • Comments are off for this post

“Thank you to KS in Charlotte who had a recumbent bike he wasn’t using. Now I can continue with my physical therapy while I am still basically home bound. Thanks also to Front Porch Forum for bringing neighbors together to help one another. It is really appreciated.”
• Mickey, Ferrisburgh FPF

Missing tent found thanks to neighbors

Posted on Monday, September 28, 2015 by Michael • Comments are off for this post

“Thanks to a tip from FPF member the missing tent has been found! And thanks to Front Porch Forum for providing the ability to help each other in so many ways… “
• Sue, Waterbury FPF

Making beet pickles in Bristol

Posted on Tuesday, September 22, 2015 by Michael • Comments are off for this post

“Thank you for the offers of the beets for beet pickles. My mom made her pickles yesterday. Thank you again. Front Porch Forum is the best!”
• Lisa, Bristol FPF

Grandmother lands free desk for grandchild within minutes of posting

Posted on Tuesday, September 15, 2015 by Michael • Comments are off for this post

“Within minutes of the posting of the last issue we had a beautiful FREE desk for our Grandchild. Thank you Front Porch Forum and to out neighbors.”
• Joyce, East Montpelier FPF

Bubble wrapping Middlesex neighbors

Posted on Monday, September 14, 2015 by Michael • Comments are off for this post

“My thanks to: Brian for bubble wrap; Barbara for more bubble wrap and vinca; and Maude for suggesting CVSWMD’s Additional Recyclables Collection Center in Barre as a source of as much bubble wrap as anyone could want. And thanks Front Porch Forum for providing a connection between neighbors.”
• Susan, Middlesex FPF

Treasured bonsai tree stolen from fair… happy ending

Posted on Sunday, September 13, 2015 by Michael • Comments are off for this post

Dozens of versions of this posting appeared on FPFs across Vermont recently…

On the evening of Sept. 3 in the Bonsai exhibition at Champlain Valley Expo, someone took a cherished juniper bonsai belonging to a member of the Green Mountain Bonsai Society. The tree that was stolen is a miniature juniper. It must live outdoors, except during winter, to be healthy, and requires -40 degree cold-dormancy in the winter to stay alive – a bonsai like this is NOT a house plant. The club is asking PLEASE — whoever took this tree — find a way to return it to the owner [who is heartbroken]. If you have any knowledge about this tree, please contact us.

Followed by a gratifying…

This could only happen in Vermont. The Bonsai stolen from the Fair has been returned. Apparently all the publicity about how difficult it would be to care for the tree paid off. It was found on an office desk at the Flynn, and it looked like the wiring had been loosened, possibly as attempted removal from the pot had been attempted, without knowledge of how to actually do it. A little the worse for wear, it has been returned to its owner. Would that solving bigger crimes would be so easy. To the extent that Front Porch Forum postings by all of those who spread the word contributed to the return, many thanks from the owner and the members of the Green Mountain Bonsai Society.

Generous neighbors lead to love of community in Montpelier

Posted on Tuesday, September 8, 2015 by Michael • Comments are off for this post

“I’ve been on Front Porch Forum for a few months and finally took advantage of one of the free offers (the apples). I don’t have much experience with generosity from others. I’ve lived most of my life in large cities where people tend to think only of themselves. For the most part, people here have been really nice. Moving here was a great decision. Just wanted to say how much I love being part of this community.”
• Gary, Montpelier FPF

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