Talking About it Tuesdays #17

Well, that April vacation week flew by! It didn't help that I kept thinking Tuesday was Monday and that we had more time to get things done. I had flown home on Monday and didn't arrive back at the house until dinnertime then headed out grocery shopping but kept thinking it was Sunday all day and that threw off my whole week. We had a fun week but I don't think I got even 1/2 of what I had hoped to accomplish done. I will always gladly set my plans aside to spend more time with my boys and we went hiking, shopping, out to lunch, etc. 


The link with the most views from last week's party: 

A Weekend Recap: Girls Trip Edition by Overflowing with Thankfulness


A few that caught my eye:

A Wine Bottle Gets a New Life by The Apple Street Cottage



Our 2024 Disney World Vacation, Day 2- Hollywood Studios by Lindsay's Sweet World



This party will remain open until the weekend.  My hope is that everyone will share all sorts of wonderful posts: travel, recipes, how to's, crafting ideas, and more.  Anything that is family friendly is welcome; even old posts that you'd like to get some new views for.

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Comments

  1. CharlotteApril 23, 2024 at 5:40 AM

    Wonderful to hear you have an awesome trip!! It's hard to get back into the groove after vacay!! Thank you for hosting today....

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  2. Soma @ InkTorrents.comApril 23, 2024 at 6:49 AM

    I am glad to hear you had a fun week and I hope you got to spend some quality time with your boys!
    Thanks so much for hosting!

    -Soma

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  3. Maria RineerApril 23, 2024 at 6:54 AM

    Making time to spend with family is the most important thing! Thanks for the link up!

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  4. Jennifer GoodwinApril 23, 2024 at 7:00 AM

    Fun weeks do have a tendency to fly by, right? I feel the same about my boys- I'd stop anything to spend some time with them! Thanks for hosting us, my friend!

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  5. HollyApril 23, 2024 at 7:24 AM

    Loved reading all about your Blog Girls weekend- so happy you got to do that!

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  6. Amy JohnsonApril 23, 2024 at 7:40 AM

    Sounds like you had a great time even though it's hard to get back in the groove of things when you get home. Thanks for the party.

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  7. AnonymousApril 23, 2024 at 9:41 AM

    Have a beautiful day. Sending hugs your way.
    www.rsrue.blogspot.com

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    1. Joanne April 23, 2024 at 12:17 PM

      Aw, thank you! You know you are always welcome to link your poems up here.

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  8. csuhpat1April 23, 2024 at 10:27 AM

    Thanks for hosting and I hope that you have a wonderful week.

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    1. Joanne April 23, 2024 at 12:17 PM

      Thank you for joining us each week; I enjoy seeing all your adventures.

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  9. Gail Is This Mutton?April 23, 2024 at 11:42 AM

    So glad you had a lovely break. It's a good sign when you lose track of the days.

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  10. Jennifer WiseApril 23, 2024 at 11:49 AM

    That happens to me a lot--not getting done half of what I think I will--but I'm glad you had a great week. Thank you for hosting this linkup!

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    1. Joanne April 23, 2024 at 12:17 PM

      We really did have a great week; even our weather was less than perfect.

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  11. Lindsay's Sweet WorldApril 23, 2024 at 12:59 PM

    Thanks for the shoutout! And thank you for hosting, as always!

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    1. Joanne April 23, 2024 at 3:58 PM

      You're welcome! I am loving your Disney recaps!

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  12. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiApril 23, 2024 at 1:13 PM

    It's so nice you had a wonderful vacation even if you did not get a chnace to do all you hoped to! That is a good reason to go back someday ;)

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  13. JeanieApril 23, 2024 at 7:13 PM

    Thanks so much for hostin, Joanne!

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  14. AnnApril 23, 2024 at 7:50 PM

    I hate it when you think it's one day and it's not, but it sure sounds like you had a great time! Thank you so much for the feature, Joanne!

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  15. MarshaApril 23, 2024 at 11:26 PM

    Oh, that happens to me all the time! I just feel so discombobulated sometimes. Thanks for the link up!

    https://marshainthemiddle.com/

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    1. Joanne April 24, 2024 at 5:57 AM

      Yes, it really did make me feel discombobulated all week.

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  16. Laura @ Our Grand LivesApril 24, 2024 at 8:12 AM

    While I love getting away, the re-entry is always a bit rocky... it does feel so good to be home though! Thanks so much for hosting this fun place to gather and for your ongoing support and encouragement! Wishing you the best week, Joanne!

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    1. Joanne April 25, 2024 at 4:06 PM

      It sure can be! I definitely get so excited to sleep in my own bed again after a vacation.

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  17. mireilleApril 24, 2024 at 9:02 AM

    The calendar is my best friend right now: lots of school event and appointments to keep track of! Let's see whose blogs I explore today! I love the variety of entries!
    www.chezmireillefashiontravelmom.com

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  18. PaulaShort April 27, 2024 at 9:07 AM

    Hi Joanne! I hope this message finds you well. Thanks bunches for hosting and warm hospitality.
    Linking up at #16&17

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    1. Joanne April 27, 2024 at 9:47 AM

      Thank you! And you are quite welcome. I enjoy hosting this party each week.

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