Talking About it Tuesday #64

 Happy April Fool's day! I'm very excited that it's finally April since that is when we start to get some more warm and sunny days and I am so ready for those. I even broke out my flip flops this past weekend despite the near constant rain in the forecast. 

We had so many lovely Easter and spring themed posts linked up with us last week along with lots of yummy looking recipes and some lovely posts that made me want to get out and travel the world. Thank you all for the lovely of variety of subjects you share each week. You help make this link up great!


The link with the most views from last week's party:
 
Spring Awakening: A Garden's Journey by Thrifting Wonderland



A few that caught my eye:

Tuesday Tidbits #317 Desert Love by Two Trails One Road


Rigatoni Primavera by The Copper Table
 
 


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. Maria RineerApril 1, 2025 at 5:11 AM

    I love the recipes that are shared as well as travel posts! Thanks for the link up :).

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    1. Joanne April 2, 2025 at 4:12 PM

      You're welcome! I am a sucker for a good travel post.

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  2. Heidrun 🐝April 1, 2025 at 5:51 AM

    Pasta is always welcome! Especially my sweat husband love this :)))

    You looking very chic. Thank you for sharing and for hosting.

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    1. Joanne April 2, 2025 at 4:12 PM

      Thank you! My family pretty much always enjoys a good pasta dish too.

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  3. CharlotteApril 1, 2025 at 6:00 AM

    Happy April 1st, Joanne!! Thanks for hosting another great link party!!

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  4. Amy ScottApril 1, 2025 at 6:53 AM

    Thank you for the link up! Great posts!

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  5. Laura @ Our Grand LivesApril 1, 2025 at 7:10 AM

    That rigatoni primavera looks so fresh - the perfect spring dish! Thanks for a wonderful party!

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    1. Joanne April 2, 2025 at 4:12 PM

      I thought so too! I can't wait to start getting farm fresh veggies.

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  6. Heather{Our Life In a Click}April 1, 2025 at 7:14 AM

    I'm so happy to be in April. I got my Birkenstocks out this weekend and wore them on Saturday when it was 80º!

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    1. Joanne April 2, 2025 at 4:13 PM

      Nice! I don't think we've hit 80 yet but we've had a few days in the 60's.

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  7. Amy JohnsonApril 1, 2025 at 7:40 AM

    My Wee Abode already got me with an April Fools joke I believed. I 'm so gullible. Thanks for the party.

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  8. Linda StollApril 1, 2025 at 7:59 AM

    Yep you know it's spring for sure when April arrives. March zipped by in a flash and I couldn't be happier!

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  9. Thrifting WonderlandApril 1, 2025 at 8:19 AM

    I was so excited to see you had featured "A Garden's Journey". I've really been enjoying your Blog and this was such a nice surprise. Thanks for hosting this great party every week.
    Lynne, Thrifting Wonderland

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    1. Joanne April 2, 2025 at 4:14 PM

      You're welcome! I notice your posts are often "most clicked!"

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  10. mireilleApril 1, 2025 at 8:30 AM

    Inspiring picks: I need to wear my sari wrap skirt! And I have some spring pictures to share on the blog: we are planning to pick up some phlox and dirt this weekend for a little color in one of my garden boxes.
    www.chezmireillefashiontravelmom.com

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    1. Joanne April 2, 2025 at 4:14 PM

      Oh I bet that will look lovely. We have at least another month before I can put any plants/pots outside.

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  11. Melynda@Scratch Made Food!April 1, 2025 at 9:25 AM

    Yum, I noticed that pasta primavera dish also!

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    1. Joanne April 2, 2025 at 4:15 PM

      I've seen it featured on a few blog link-ups this past week.

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  12. Gail Is This Mutton?April 1, 2025 at 9:29 AM

    April is a lovely month isn't it, full of promise. Thanks for the link-up

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  13. MandyApril 1, 2025 at 9:51 AM

    Bring on the warm weather!

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  14. ViolettaApril 1, 2025 at 11:21 AM

    April fool´s day - I think it is all the time since blond Donald tramples on the world....but alas - it is no joke. Hope you get some warm weather to take out your flip-flops.
    Have a good time and all the best
    Violetta

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    1. Joanne April 2, 2025 at 4:16 PM

      Aw, thank you.. and I know what you mean about crazy politics/news feeling like they have got to be an awful joke. Heck, even the weather seems like an April Fool's day joke lately!

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  15. Nancy Andres at Colors 4 HealthApril 1, 2025 at 11:30 AM

    Thanks Joanne for hosting Talking About it Tuesday. I love the spring when flowers start to bloom and birds chirp beautifully. My shares this week are #44,45, and 46. Enjoy.


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  16. Michele MorinApril 1, 2025 at 12:20 PM

    Happy April!

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  17. Jennifer WiseApril 1, 2025 at 12:36 PM

    Me, too. I'm excited about April! Thanks for hosting.

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  18. csuhpat1April 1, 2025 at 12:42 PM

    Thanks for hosting and I hope that you have a wonderful week. April will be a good month.

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  19. Kim April 1, 2025 at 3:19 PM

    Oh fun! I linked up and now I'm off to visit and make some new friends. Happy April 1st and yes, bring on the flip flop weather please!!

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  20. SlabsApril 1, 2025 at 4:22 PM

    Spring is in the air for sure
    Hello and thank you so much for the party
    My entries this week 63+64
    Hope to see you share with SSPS: https://esmesalon.com/tag/seniorsalonpitstop/

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  21. Lydia C. LeeApril 1, 2025 at 5:08 PM

    Good selection as always!

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  22. MarshaApril 1, 2025 at 10:51 PM

    The Rigatoni Primavera looks delicious! Thanks for the feature and the new party!

    https://marshainthemiddle.com/

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  23. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasApril 2, 2025 at 12:39 PM

    Joanne,
    My Link Ups for today's party are # 75. 76 and 77!!
    Thanks so much for hosting this charming party!!! I truly do appreciate it as I do know the time involved with it....I hope you and your family are well and enjoying your week!
    Hugs,
    Deb
    Debbie-Dabble Blog

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