Talking About It Tuesdays #32

Hello August! I know many people in the Southern Hemisphere are glad to see August since it means winter is nearly over and that many people in the southern part of the states are already headed back (if not already back) to school. Here in New England we have just about a full month left of summer vacation and I am trying to soak up every last day! 




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

Nantucket- Where to Eat & Stay by Lyssy in the City



A few that caught my eye:

Suncatcher DIY with Buttons and Chicken Wire by Birdz of a Feather


Chocolate Espresso Zucchini Bread by Our Tiny Nest



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.

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  1. NicolleAugust 6, 2024 at 6:16 AM

    Oh my goodness thank you so much for sharing my chocolate espresso zucchini bread! I hope you have a great week!

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  2. Maria RineerAugust 6, 2024 at 6:23 AM

    Our school district starts on the 15th of this month. Of course, no kids in the district for us for the first time in 18 years :(. Thanks for the link up!

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    1. Joanne August 6, 2024 at 3:06 PM

      I don't even know when our local school districts start up... but I'm guessing a few days before Labor day weekend.

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  3. AnonymousAugust 6, 2024 at 6:23 AM

    So glad August is here.. Bring on September and I’ll be even happier. Summer can’t arrive quick enough. That espresso zucchini bread looks delicious and I’ve bookmarked it. Thank you for sharing.

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  4. HollyAugust 6, 2024 at 7:13 AM

    It was fun to read about the Nantucket spots! Love everyone's take :) That zucchini bread looks delish too!

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  5. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasAugust 6, 2024 at 7:48 AM

    Joanne,
    we are getting a break from the heat for the upcoming week with 6 days predicted to only be in the 70's!!! And much needed rain from Hurricane Debby, hopefully not too much rain...
    Thanks so much for hosting!! I really appreciate the time and effort that goes into it along with visiting all the links!!
    Hugs,
    Deb
    Debbie-Dabble Blog

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    1. Joanne August 6, 2024 at 3:07 PM

      Yes! We are getting lots and lots of rain this week too. But I'm hoping the cooler weather might mean a couple of hikes for us.

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  6. Melynda@Scratch Made Food!August 6, 2024 at 7:53 AM

    One of our goals is to get to the East Coast and see all there is to see, all of your posts have helped to make that a real possibility! Thanks for hosting, have a great week ahead. Melynda @scratchmadefood!

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  7. Amy JohnsonAugust 6, 2024 at 8:07 AM

    That Chocolate espresso bread looks delicious, but I wonder if it tastes like coffee? I'm always sad to see August because then I know summer is almost over.

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    1. Joanne August 6, 2024 at 3:08 PM

      I bet not since it also has cocoa in it; I make a similar one with instant espresso grounds and cocoa powder and it has more of a mocha flavor. I'm not a coffee drinker but I love that zucchini bread.

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  8. LyssyAugust 6, 2024 at 8:09 AM

    Oh how I wish I was back in Nantucket eating that ice cream! I'm so ready for the fall.

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    1. Joanne August 6, 2024 at 3:09 PM

      Oh I bet! I can't wait to get back to Nantucket. I can't believe it's been 5 years since our last trip out there.

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  9. Laura @ Our Grand LivesAugust 6, 2024 at 8:16 AM

    Our school year in Minnesota also begins after Labor Day so we still have a third of summer left in our world! YAY! Thanks for hosting this fun link up each Tuesday, Joanne! So fun to see what everyone is up to each week!

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  10. Linda StollAugust 6, 2024 at 9:10 AM

    Oh I'm eyeing that Nantucket ice cream right up top!

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  11. Jennifer WiseAugust 6, 2024 at 9:30 AM

    Our schools start this week! I'm empty nesting now, though, so I still get a couple more weeks off before I go back to school--I'm an adjunct instructor at a university and at a community college. I'm enjoying the sunshine and green while I can. :) Thanks for hosting this linkup!

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    1. Joanne August 6, 2024 at 3:10 PM

      Good luck with your school year! I love the community colleges near us; they have such a personal feel compared to larger universities.

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  12. MichelleAugust 6, 2024 at 9:51 AM

    I really loved that button suncatcher too!

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  13. OliviaAugust 6, 2024 at 9:53 AM

    August seems too early to start school. I’m glad you have another month. Thanks for the link-up!

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  14. Heather{Our Life In a Click}August 6, 2024 at 10:49 AM

    August always makes me a little sad that summer is almost over but I'm going to try and extend it into September this year!

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    1. Joanne August 6, 2024 at 3:11 PM

      I try to extend it into September too; in fact when we were homeschooling we used to take our "summer" vacation in September (and one year we even went in October!).

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  15. Kari August 6, 2024 at 10:57 AM

    That peace sign is SO COOL!!

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    1. Joanne August 6, 2024 at 3:11 PM

      I thought so too; and it doesn't sound super hard to make either.

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  16. SlabsAugust 6, 2024 at 1:32 PM

    Enjoy the rest of your vacation.
    Thank you, Joanne, for hosting weekly. Enjoy your week.
    My entries this week are numbered #44+45
    Hope you will join/share M-Sat at https://esmesalon.com/tag/seniorsalonpitstop/

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  17. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiAugust 6, 2024 at 4:08 PM

    We've learne d alot about how a wildfire is faught by firefighters this week! Glad to say it all seems under control now.

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  18. Soma @ InkTorrents.comAugust 6, 2024 at 5:16 PM

    Thanks so much for hosting! Have a great August!

    -Soma

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  19. Lisa HowelerAugust 6, 2024 at 5:57 PM

    The ice cream in that first photo looks amazing. Anyhow...I can't even believe summer is almost over. In some ways it has gone slow and in some ways it has gone super, super fast. Here is to hoping that the rest of August will go smoothly (did I just jinx myself? Uh-oh!)

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  20. JeanieAugust 6, 2024 at 7:01 PM

    I always enjoy this link up. Thanks for hosting!

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  21. MarshaAugust 6, 2024 at 11:26 PM

    I love that suncatcher! I may have to make something like that! Thanks for the link party, Joanne!

    https://marshainthemiddle.com/

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    1. Joanne August 7, 2024 at 3:32 PM

      It really is eye catching with all the pretty colors.

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  22. mireilleAugust 7, 2024 at 8:45 AM

    That chocolate zucchini bread looks good! I haven't been baking much this summer. Once the weather cools off, maybe I will be inspired to do so again. Right now I am craving fresh foods but haven't been inspired in the kitchen. Have a good week, Joanne!
    www.chezmireillefashiontravelmom.com

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    1. Joanne August 7, 2024 at 3:33 PM

      I finally baked a loaf of chocolate/espresso zucchini bread this week but that's mostly because we have been stuck inside with lots of rain.

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  23. csuhpat1August 7, 2024 at 2:26 PM

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

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    1. Joanne August 7, 2024 at 3:34 PM

      You're welcome! Thank you, I hope you have a wonderful week as well.

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  24. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenAugust 7, 2024 at 8:05 PM

    Yes, school is starting here in Texas, Joanne, and it’s so hot! Thank you for hosting and have a great week.

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    1. Joanne August 8, 2024 at 5:47 AM

      Oh I bet! I assume Texas schools have air conditioning? Most of our schools don't..

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