Talking About it Tuesdays #33

 I can't believe this week marks the middle of August already. I really feel like this month is just flying by! We had a very rainy week last week which meant I was able to get quite a bit done around the house and read a few more books too. Have you read anything good lately?

It's Tuesday and time for another link up! I love seeing what everyone is sharing each week and love the struggle to pick out just a few posts to feature. It really is the hardest part of hosting since there are so many wonderful ideas shared each week. Thank you all for making this party such a success! 



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

Nesting From Our Tiny Nest



A few that caught my eye:

Salmon Caprese by Kitty's Kozy Kitchen


DIY Handmade Soap: How to Make Your Own Natural Bars by Krafty Planner


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.

You are invited to the Inlinkz link party!

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Comments

  1. Maria RineerAugust 13, 2024 at 6:43 AM

    Sorry about the weather being less than ideal for outdoor activities but sometimes it´s nice to be forced to do things indoors like read and craft :). Our weather has been lovely- not super hot, not humid just great temperatures with cloudless cerulean blue skies- and I have been trying to enjoy it. Thanks for the link up each week!

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  2. Jennifer GoodwinAugust 13, 2024 at 6:45 AM

    Thanks for hosting this link party for us each week, my friend!

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  3. MariaAugust 13, 2024 at 6:57 AM

    Hi Joanne, thank you so much for featuring my DIY Handmade Soap post at this week's party. I am honored and grateful. I hope you have a fabulous week!
    Maria @ Krafty Planner

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    1. Joanne August 13, 2024 at 12:52 PM

      You're welcome! Your soap looks incredible.

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  4. Linda StollAugust 13, 2024 at 6:57 AM

    That soap looks luscious ... giftable, too!

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  5. Amy JohnsonAugust 13, 2024 at 7:25 AM

    I can't believe how fast this month is flying by too, we leave for our fall vacation in just three weeks. Thanks for the party.

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  6. LyshaAugust 13, 2024 at 8:06 AM

    That Salmon Caprese looks so good!

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  7. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasAugust 13, 2024 at 8:19 AM

    Joanne,
    Thanks so much for taking the time to visit!! I hope you can find your grandmother's
    Lenox figurine that bears your name...What a treasure to have...
    Thanks so much for hosting this charming party!! 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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  8. MichelleAugust 13, 2024 at 9:04 AM

    August is flying by, isn’t it? Yesterday, I could tell Fall is on the horizon, although I couldn’t really pinpoint what had changed.

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    1. Joanne August 13, 2024 at 1:09 PM

      Every now and then (this past week or so) it feels a bit more like fall than summer here too!

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  9. OliviaAugust 13, 2024 at 9:08 AM

    I think the book I’ve enjoyed most recently, is Kismet by Amina Akhtar. And yes, August does seem to be going so fast!

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  10. Melynda@Scratch Made Food!August 13, 2024 at 9:27 AM

    That Salmon Caprese looks delicious! Thanks for hosting, sharing at 28, 30 and 31. Have a great week ahead, Melynda @scratchmadefood!

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    1. Joanne August 13, 2024 at 1:10 PM

      Thank you for sharing with us! Your recipes always look so tasty.

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  11. JenniferAugust 13, 2024 at 10:07 AM

    Our weather has been lovely - almost picture perfect! Hope your rain clears out soon...but enjoy the extra reading time!! Happy Tuesday:)

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  12. MissyAugust 13, 2024 at 11:13 AM

    This month really is flying by! Though, truthfully, I'm hoping our final winter in Fairbanks flies by, as well.

    That salmon looks so good! Maybe I should try that with one of our fresh-caught fillets!

    www.lovinglifemoore.com

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  13. Heather{Our Life In a Click}August 13, 2024 at 11:17 AM

    We had a lot of rain and cooler temps last week as well. I'm loving the return of sunshine. Thank you for hosting!

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    1. Joanne August 13, 2024 at 1:10 PM

      I always love when the sun some out after a long few days of rain or clouds.

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  14. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiAugust 13, 2024 at 11:52 AM

    Hi Joanne --Thank you for hosting eveery week!

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  15. SlabsAugust 13, 2024 at 11:59 AM

    Love the cooler weather we experience at the moment, as I am not a hot weather person.
    Thank you, Joanne, for hosting weekly. Hope the week will treat you well
    My entries this week are numbered #42+43
    Hope you will join/share M-Sat at https://esmesalon.com/tag/seniorsalonpitstop/

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  16. JeanieAugust 13, 2024 at 12:12 PM

    That salmon caprese looks fabulous! Happy week!

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    1. Joanne August 13, 2024 at 1:12 PM

      I thought it looked so good we added it to our menu for this week.

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  17. MarshaAugust 13, 2024 at 2:34 PM

    Thanks so much for hosting this party, Joanne! I don't like salmon, but I think chicken breasts would work just as well. Have a fabulous rest of the week!

    https://marshainthemiddle.com/

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    1. Joanne August 14, 2024 at 5:34 AM

      Yes, it definitely would (I've made those before).

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  18. Laura @ Our Grand LivesAugust 13, 2024 at 3:18 PM

    You chose such fun features, Joanne! That salmon caprese looks divine! I bet it is difficult to choose each week! Thanks for taking on the tast! We appreciate you! Have a great week!

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    1. Joanne August 14, 2024 at 5:35 AM

      It really is! I try so hard to make sure I'm not always featuring the same blogs too so I can share the love.

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  19. HollyAugust 14, 2024 at 7:29 AM

    Oh that salmon does look delish- thanks for sharing!

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  20. mireilleAugust 14, 2024 at 8:40 AM

    I love the variety of posts linked up! I am going to read a few post and then it is haircut time. Trying to be better about going every 3 months!
    www.chezmireillefashiontravelmom.com

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    1. Joanne August 14, 2024 at 10:03 AM

      Good luck keeping it up! I find the key is to schedule my next appointment right when I'm getting my haircut then even if that exact day and time doesn't work out I'm calling her to reschedule and not to try and remember to call TO schedule.

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  21. csuhpat1August 14, 2024 at 12:25 PM

    Hope that the weather breaks for you. Thanks for hosting and I hope that you have a wonderful week.

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    1. Joanne August 14, 2024 at 3:05 PM

      This week has been beautiful with lots of sun and very mild (nearly fall-like!) temps.

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  22. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenAugust 14, 2024 at 10:04 PM

    Thank you so much for featuring my salmon caprese, Joanne. I hope this week is a beautiful one.

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  23. Lisa HowelerAugust 15, 2024 at 11:13 PM

    I think I need a week of rain to slow things down. This week was fairly busy, tomorrow will be very busy, and then I think that things will slow down for a little bit over the weekend!


























































































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