Encouraging Hearts and Home-- Back to Our Routine

I do love the holidays and the break from our regular routine but I am always so happy to get back to some semblance of order after the holidays are done.  This is our first full week back to school and while are easing into our work after two weeks away from the book, it is so nice to have some structure again.  

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

 
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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January 2020 Dinner Menu by Of the Hearth   




Some of my favorites from last week:
ZooTampa at Lowery Park by Comfort Spring



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  1. MelissaJanuary 9, 2020 at 7:12 AM

    Although I loved the holidays, I felt disorganized the entire time. Like I was rushed, forgetting something or just plain out of sorts. Trying to get back in the groove of things!
    thanks for hosting!
    Melissa | Little Frugal Homestead

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    1. Joanne January 9, 2020 at 4:13 PM

      Yep, I felt pretty disorganized this year too.

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  2. Michele MorinJanuary 9, 2020 at 7:22 AM

    Yes, my routine is sort of in flux, but even so, it's good to be settling into a schedule!

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    1. Joanne January 9, 2020 at 4:14 PM

      Our routine isn't very consistent but at least I can remember which are school days and which are weekends now.

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  3. Amy JohnsonJanuary 9, 2020 at 9:21 AM

    thank you for the party. I love the holidays too, but this year i couldn't wait to tear down the Christmas decor and get back to a normal life.

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    1. Joanne January 9, 2020 at 4:15 PM

      Our décor was put away before the new year... I start cleaning up after opening gifts and the next thing I know I'm cleaning up everything. I always say next year I'm going to enjoy the décor until after the new year but it never ever happens.

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  4. AniJanuary 9, 2020 at 3:26 PM

    I was all pumped on Monday to get back into the groove, but now I am exhausted. It's been hard to keep up the momentum after all that time away!

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    1. Joanne January 9, 2020 at 4:13 PM

      It has felt like such a long week! I honestly thought it was Friday for a good 3/4 of the day and had to keep reminding myself it was only Thursday.

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  5. Veronica LeeJanuary 10, 2020 at 12:05 AM

    Ha, just as you thought that everything would be getting back into gear, the Chinese New Year is two weeks away! Another round of preparations and festivity for me!

    Happy Friday!

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    1. Joanne January 10, 2020 at 6:03 AM

      That sounds like fun! We have a round of birthday parties in January so we don't get too much of a break either.

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  6. Joanne January 10, 2020 at 6:04 AM

    Oops! That happens sometimes.

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  7. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasJanuary 10, 2020 at 8:14 AM

    How did I miss this party?????? I was stopping by to Thank You for you visit and kind words and saw this post!! I will be back to link up and will be adding it to my weekly party list!! Thanks for hosting!!
    Hugs,
    Debbie

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    1. Joanne January 10, 2020 at 3:17 PM

      Oh great! We'd love to see you link up each week and thanks so much for adding us to your party list.

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  8. Linda at Apron Strings & other thingsJanuary 10, 2020 at 8:16 PM

    Oh, yes, I agree! I do love the holidays and the special traditions and festivities, but I am always happy to get back to our regular routine.

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    1. Joanne January 11, 2020 at 8:52 AM

      I love structure and routines so while I enjoy a little time away from ours it's always so nice to get it back.

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  9. Queen Mom JenJanuary 11, 2020 at 9:48 AM

    Amen on routines! Ours was a train wreck during the holidays. It was lovely, but glad to be back too!

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    1. Joanne January 11, 2020 at 1:37 PM

      I honestly spent much of the time not knowing what day it was.

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  10. Joanne January 16, 2020 at 5:24 AM

    Thank you!

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