Encouraging Hearts and Home-- The Day After.

Is it a bit weird that I always find the day after Christmas to be such a great day to get things done?  I fully embrace the mess and chaos of Christmas but the day after I can not wait to find a new home for everything we received.  That one day-- December 26th kick starts what often turns into a month or so of organizing, cleaning, and rearranging.  Is anyone else like that?  I'd love to hear any organizing tips you have!

And Now, for This Week's Encouraging Hearts & Home Blog Hop!

 

The Encouraging Hearts & Home Bloggers

Join your Encouraging Hearts & Home Co-Hosts each week for encouragement and support for your heart & your home. We hope to provide a space that builds each other up and lends a helping hand along the way. With all the negativity in the world, let's shine a positive light!


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 3 Steps to Choose "One Word" by Lisa Notes


Braided Nutella Brioche by Treat and Trick




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  1. Tamar SBDecember 26, 2019 at 7:36 AM

    Hope you had a great Christmas!

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  2. Treat and TrickDecember 26, 2019 at 2:35 PM

    Thanks for hosting and featuring my Braided Nutella Brioche. Happy holidays and a wonderful New Year..

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    1. Joanne December 26, 2019 at 3:00 PM

      You're welcome! It looks so delicious & we can't wait to try it. My baker is a huge Nutella fan.

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  3. Lisa notes...December 26, 2019 at 8:54 PM

    I was ready to get my house back in order as soon as all my kids were out the door for Christmas. :) Except for my Christmas tree and decor; I do like to keep that out a few more days. But at least everything is neat again.

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    1. Joanne December 27, 2019 at 5:27 AM

      I started cleaning up yesterday but it's pretty slow going this year. I'm pretty sure it will be all finished by the weekend though so I'm good with that.

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  4. Joanne December 27, 2019 at 5:28 AM

    Thank you for sharing with us!

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  5. Create With JoyDecember 27, 2019 at 5:12 PM

    Hope you are enjoying the transition to the new year - thank you for hosting and being a part of my blogging life! :-)

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  6. Shiju SugunanDecember 27, 2019 at 11:29 PM

    Wishing you a fantastic new year!

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    1. Joanne December 28, 2019 at 6:50 AM

      Thank you! And thanks for linking up with us.

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  7. csuhpat1December 28, 2019 at 1:16 PM

    Thanks for everything you do. Hope you and your family have a Happy and safe New Year. Wishing you a good 2020.

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    1. Joanne December 28, 2019 at 3:11 PM

      Thank you! Wishing you a happy and safe new year as well.

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