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and for this, we are so very thankful... 5.7-5.8

5/11/2010

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This was the weekend the vines were to be planted... Friends and family would be driving from as far away as Oklahoma and Kansas City, Montrose and Luverne, MN, to our supporting community.
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Our future arrived in six beaten up, medium sized boxes.
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Our first vine was planted.
The Kimberley boys modified a trailer to carry water tanks... In the dark...
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Friday night the clouds rolled in, the wind picked up, and we worried about the turnout for the planting on Saturday.

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The temperature got down to 35 degrees F Saturday morning. This is a picture of frost on the seat of our four wheeler.
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Despite all of this, the sun came out, the wind died down, and our first dedicated planter arrived a little after eight ready to move some soil.
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Giving a "how to" speech.
...and the crew grew.
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Our brother-in-law, Cory, was on planting quality detail.

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We found out we have a PERFECT site for kite flying as well!
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We finished planting the 2,250 grape vines in six hours. We figured this would take all day and into Sunday. With our family and friends this only took six hours.

A toast to you... Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. We could not have done this without you. For the memories, the laughter, and the success... Cheers.
Click here to view KSFY and KELO news coverage, and more pictures from the event!
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We thank Tim K. for many of the pictures from the event.
Calico Skies Vineyard and Winery, Inc. 712.441.5547 1366 Able Boulevard, Inwood, IA [email protected]
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Kirk Hage link
5/11/2010 08:43:00 am

I am so glad that you provided an update. The green grass of Iowa on the rolling hills is beautiful. Please be proud of your accomplishment. Continued good luck to you and yours. Living a dream is the way to go!!

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