Encouraging Hearts and Home: Scrumptious Summer Flavors

Though summer hasn't officially started yet, Memorial day weekend often kicks off those feeling of summer and I start to crave all the foods I think of as summer-- grilled meats and veggies, fresh fruits, lots of cold drinks and frozen treats.  So many wonderful summer recipes were linked up with us at last week's party that I decided to feature a few of them.



And Now, It's Time 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!


The Posts with the most views from last week:

20 Facts for Our 20 Year Anniversary by me! (Thank you to all who visited!)




Some of my favorites from last week:

Our Favorite Dry Rub by Scratch Made Food 




How to Make Lavender Iced Tea by Lazy Budget Chef




Strawberry by A Day of Small Things 




Use the form below to share your family-friendly posts this week, and please consider these nice things you can do:

  • Follow and/or subscribe to your host's blog.
  • Visit a few other bloggers and show them your support. We all love getting comments, and who knows what inspiration you may find? Be sure to share the love--that's what a blog hop is all about!
  • Check out our Encouraging Hearts & Home Pinterest board where each host pins her 10 favorite posts each week.
  • Join us every Thursday!
  • If you are interested in co-hosting, contact Linda at Apron Strings & Other Things!

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Comments

  1. Shelbee on the EdgeJune 3, 2021 at 5:44 AM

    I love this time of year, too, for outdoor grilling and front porch sitting! Thanks for hosting the link party, Joanne! Have a wonderful day!

    Shelbee
    www.shelbeeontheedge.com

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    1. Joanne June 3, 2021 at 3:53 PM

      Yes! Well... in our case it's back deck sitting but I completely agree.

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  2. Michele MorinJune 3, 2021 at 6:34 AM

    So much good as summer approaches! I will be back when the link opens.

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  3. Tamar SBJune 3, 2021 at 6:36 AM

    Memorial Day does bring that summer feeling (even if the weather doesn't agree!)

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    1. Joanne June 3, 2021 at 3:58 PM

      Yeah, our weather sure hasn't been feeling like summer this past week or so but it does look like it will warm up next week.

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  4. Amy JohnsonJune 3, 2021 at 7:19 AM

    What a beautiful wedding photo of you! How nice that it was the most clicked too. Thanks for the party.

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  5. HollyJune 3, 2021 at 7:49 AM

    I feel the same way! I have a recipe to link up here when your link party opens-can't wait!

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    1. Joanne June 3, 2021 at 3:59 PM

      Oh yum! I can't wait to read it. I just love your recipes.

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  6. EllibelleJune 3, 2021 at 11:46 AM

    The lavender ice tea sounds so interesting! And a delicious strawberry desert! Congrats on having the most viewed blog post! That's such a beautiful photo!

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    1. Joanne June 3, 2021 at 4:00 PM

      I saw lavender lemonade at our local pizza joint the other day too and thought it sounded equally intriguing.

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  7. Handmade in IsraelJune 3, 2021 at 1:28 PM

    Happy 20th anniversary! What a lovely photo!

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  8. FABBY'S LIVINGJune 3, 2021 at 6:39 PM

    Happy 20th Anniversary and many, many more celebrations of love. lovely picture by the gazebo too.
    Thank you so much for hosting this great party !
    Hope you are having a wonderful end of the week.
    Blessings,
    Fabby

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  9. TeediddlydeeJune 4, 2021 at 2:36 AM

    Thank you so much for hosting each week, Joanne! We all sure do appreciate it! Wishing you a happy anniversary and a wonderful week to come!

    Hugs,
    Tee

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  10. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasJune 4, 2021 at 7:35 AM

    Joanne,
    Thanks for hosting each week!! I appreciate the work that it takes to host this wonderful party!!! Stay safe, healthy and happy!!
    Hugs,
    Debbie

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  11. Claire's WorldJune 6, 2021 at 7:36 AM

    Beautiful wedding photo :) Thanks so much for hosting and linking up to my blog hop.

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