Talking About it Tuesday #70

We finally had a fairly normal week last week so I managed to visit everyone that linked up at last week's party. We actually had a pretty rainy week so I had lots of extra time at home. It was much needed though and I felt like I got a lot of things done. I hope that all the mom's out there had a lovely Mother's day weekend (if you live in the US!) and that those who find the holiday tough found it just a bit easier this year. 
 


The post with the most views from last week's party:
 
Creating a Spring- Inspired Tablescape by Thrifting Wonderland
 

A few that caught my eye:

Carmel and The Big Sur Marathon by Elevated Nesting

How to Make Superb Vegan Chickpea Salad by Colors 4 Health
 

How to Make Sea Glass Bottles for a Coastal Tablescape by Bluesky at Home

 


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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  1. Maria RineerMay 13, 2025 at 5:14 AM

    I don't dislike rainy days (unless I wanted to do something fun outdoors.... and when they happen days on end!) generally. Our area looks like Ireland right now with everything vibrantly green due to rain so I can't complain about it too much!! I'm glad you got a lot done inside. Have a great day!

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    1. Joanne May 14, 2025 at 4:16 PM

      I was hoping to tackle the gardens and get the patio furniture out but I don't really like either of those chores so I was happy the weather derailed those plans.

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  2. Nancy May 13, 2025 at 6:01 AM

    The desert needs rain horribly bad! I know that we live in the desert, but the cacti still need a good drink. Plus, when it is too dry, that can bring fires.
    I am so glad you got a lot of inside work done. Hopefully this coming week will bring less rain for you.
    Thank you for hosting the Linky Party. It’s always fun to join.

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    1. Joanne May 14, 2025 at 4:16 PM

      Yeah, I get real worried about wildfires when it gets too dry.

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  3. Heather{Our Life In a Click}May 13, 2025 at 6:35 AM

    I'm glad things have calmed dow a little for you. I hope you had a lovely Mother's Day!

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  4. Amy JohnsonMay 13, 2025 at 7:02 AM

    Thank you for the party. We had a wonderful Mother's Day. I love rainy days in summer because then I have a day to catch up on my indoor activities!

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    1. Joanne May 14, 2025 at 4:16 PM

      You're welcome! I enjoyed having and "excuse" to focus on the indoor things.

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  5. Carol @Comfort Spring StationMay 13, 2025 at 7:34 AM

    Here in Florida, we finally got rain after being in a drought. It rained some Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. The world here smiled.

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    1. Joanne May 14, 2025 at 4:17 PM

      YAY! I know you were really needing that.

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  6. Michele MorinMay 13, 2025 at 7:35 AM

    Love the color scheme of that tablescape!
    Hope your Mother's Day had just the right mix of chaos and calm!

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  7. GinaMay 13, 2025 at 8:01 AM

    Happy Belated Mother's Day! I'm looking forward to clicking through some of these links!

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  8. Thrifting WonderlandMay 13, 2025 at 8:03 AM

    We have been enjoying rain all week as well and everything looks lush and green. My garden certainly loves the rain. Thanks so much for hosting every week. It's such fun to visit and explore all different blogs. thanks so much for the feature for the spring tablescape. I love setting a table with things I've found at the thrift store. Have a lovely week.
    Lynne, Thrifting Wonderland

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    1. Joanne May 14, 2025 at 4:17 PM

      Yes, I feel like everything just exploded into green overnight! I am loving how lush everything looks.

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  9. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasMay 13, 2025 at 8:15 AM

    Joanne,
    My Link Ups for today's party are # 32, 33 and 34!!!
    Thanks so much for hosting!! I really appreciate the time and effort that goes into it along with visiting all the links!! I hope you are enjoying your week and you are doing well...
    Hugs,
    Deb
    Debbie-Dabble Blog

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  10. Laura @ Our Grand LivesMay 13, 2025 at 8:34 AM

    I especially love rainy days now that I'm retired! They are often a lovely invitation to slow down a bit. We had a quiet Mother's Day after going non stop for quite awhile. Thanks for hosting us all each Tuesday!

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    1. Joanne May 14, 2025 at 4:18 PM

      They sure are and I love that they're guilt-free invitations to slow down too.

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  11. Rebecca JoMay 13, 2025 at 8:43 AM

    Instantly clicked on the chickpea sandwich link.... I need the little trick on that!

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    1. Joanne May 14, 2025 at 4:19 PM

      Doesn't that sound so good? I like chick peas but rarely feel like I know what to do with them.

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  12. mireilleMay 13, 2025 at 8:56 AM

    Lots of rain here: kind of put a wrench in some of our plans: we did get the yard mowed but now need the back of our yard weed wacked, a job for my oldest.
    www.chezmireillefashiontravelmom.com

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    1. Joanne May 14, 2025 at 4:19 PM

      Oh I hate when rain interferes with plans.. we had a couple soggy runs through the rain but no real hardships from the rain.

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  13. Jennifer WiseMay 13, 2025 at 10:08 AM

    Thanks for hosting! I hope you enjoyed your Mother's Day--I had all my kids home, which was so fun!

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  14. Linda StollMay 13, 2025 at 5:11 PM

    a lovely late afternoon visit on this beautiful Monday ...

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  15. SlabsMay 13, 2025 at 9:15 PM

    Good evening Joanne, thank you so much for the party and sharing SSPS Logo
    My entries this week #99+100
    Hope to see you also share with https://esmesalon.com/tag/seniorsalonpitstop/

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  16. StacyMay 13, 2025 at 9:19 PM

    I like rainy weeks at home too.. and I'm with you, I feel like I need them when they come! It helps me to rejuvenate! I think that's at the heart of us homemakers! Thanks for hosting, I love this linky party! :)

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  17. Lisa R Howeler of Boondock RamblingsMay 13, 2025 at 11:09 PM

    I'm finding a little more time to read blog posts, comment, and write them too this week. So far anyhow!

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    1. Joanne May 14, 2025 at 4:21 PM

      It does get trickier as our weather gets nicer and I spent far less time at home/inside.

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  18. ViolettaMay 14, 2025 at 4:29 AM

    Good that you did not have to many stress last week. Greetings from Amsterdam

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  19. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenMay 15, 2025 at 2:18 PM

    We seem to never get enough rain, especially in the summer, so I’m always thankful we have some. Thank you for the party, Joanne, and have a great week.

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    1. Joanne May 15, 2025 at 3:20 PM

      We've had a lot more rain today; the past few years we've had real rainy springs but since we get far less snowfall in winter it is needed.

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  20. Laura BMay 16, 2025 at 8:00 AM

    Hope you had a happy Mother's day! Thanks for the linkup!

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    1. Joanne May 16, 2025 at 8:28 AM

      Aw, thank you! I hope you had a lovely Mother's day too.

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  21. csuhpat1May 16, 2025 at 5:17 PM

    So sorry for being so late. This week really got away from me. Thanks for hosting and I hope that you have a wonderful week.

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    1. Joanne May 17, 2025 at 10:46 AM

      No worries! I feel like to many of these weeks have been going that way lately. It often feels like time is speeding up.

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