Talking About it Tuesday #53

What on.... how?... I can't believe we are nearly 1/2 through January already! I'm not complaining though. I often feel like January, February, and even March can drag right on by. But I am trying to plan some fun things to look forward to every few weeks and enjoy this cozy season at home. I loved reading all the yearly reviews and intentions and goals and seeing so much hope and gratitude. I enjoyed last week's party so much and can't wait to see what you have to share with us today. 




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




A few that caught my eye:

Green Check Skirt by Curated by Jennifer


Ham & Potatoes Au Gratin by Homemade on a Weeknight



A Distant View of Cassiebawn Castle Mountbatten in County Sligo by Image-in- ing



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-- up to 3 posts per blog.  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. Jennifer GoodwinJanuary 14, 2025 at 6:09 AM

    Thanks for hosting this again in 2025!

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  2. HollyJanuary 14, 2025 at 6:48 AM

    I LOVED Maria's year in review so I am not surprised! That skirt is really pretty too :)

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  3. Amy JohnsonJanuary 14, 2025 at 7:13 AM

    Time really flies. I've been enjoying the winter so far. It feels good to "nest" after a busy gardening season. Thanks for the party.

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    1. Joanne January 14, 2025 at 2:53 PM

      It sure does! I'm mostly feeling guilty that I might be embracing the "nesting" part just a bit too much. LOL

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  4. Maria RineerJanuary 14, 2025 at 7:29 AM

    Thanks for the link up. I'd hoped to have a post for today but no can do :(. I will just enjoy reading others'. I am enjoying the relative quietness of this month (in terms of commitments/social obligations) and am embracing getting things done at home.

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    1. Joanne January 14, 2025 at 2:53 PM

      I'm glad you stopped by even if you don't have a new post to share with us today.

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  5. ViolettaJanuary 14, 2025 at 7:43 AM

    Yes, it seems that time is floating so fast. But let´s have a good time and use every possible moment to enjoy life.
    All the best
    Violetta

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  6. Melynda@Scratch Made Food!January 14, 2025 at 8:35 AM

    Great features! Have a great week ahead and thanks for hosting! Melynda @scratchmadefood!

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  7. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasJanuary 14, 2025 at 8:41 AM

    Joanne,
    Thanks so much for your visit!!
    Thanks so much for hosting this wonderful party!! I really appreciate the time and effort that goes into it along with visiting all the links!! I hope you are having a great week!!
    Hugs,
    Deb
    Debbie-Dabble Blog

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  8. Linda StollJanuary 14, 2025 at 8:52 AM

    Joanne, I love that idea of purposefully planning fun things that will get us out and about and connected with people face to face. It can be a long winter ...

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    1. Joanne January 14, 2025 at 2:55 PM

      I'm just feeling like I don't have many people here to get out and about and connected with; which is making this winter seem much harder and longer than others.

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  9. mireilleJanuary 14, 2025 at 9:09 AM

    January has been a transition month I think over here, I don't mind it going by quickly, but we did have some fun things going on: one day of snow, baby shower coming up this week and thinking of going to Chattanooga for my friend's book launch party. I am still hoping for one good snow!
    www.chezmireillefashiontravelmom.com

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  10. Julie's Creative LifestyleJanuary 14, 2025 at 1:28 PM

    Thanks for hosting the fun and I hope you enjoy the rest of the week.

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  11. JeanieJanuary 14, 2025 at 2:24 PM

    We're in the super cold zone, so I'm cozying in at home, looking back at historic homes and museums in England and planning my next trip! (Whether it is to be actualized or just a glorious diversion is yet to be determined!). Have a wonderful day and week and thanks for hosting!

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    1. Joanne January 14, 2025 at 2:57 PM

      Winter is my favorite time to look into planning some trips! I have one in the books for this coming year already.

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  12. Heather{Our Life In a Click}January 14, 2025 at 2:41 PM

    Thanks so much for hosting Joanne!

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  13. csuhpat1January 14, 2025 at 5:12 PM

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

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  14. Lisa HowelerJanuary 14, 2025 at 5:26 PM

    I can not believe how fast this month is going either. Winter does drag...February honestly seems sooo long here. But there is a lot I like about being cozy and at home too so I don't mind too much. Thanks for hosting and have a wonderful week.

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