Talking About it Tuesday #103

I hope the first week of the new year treated you well. We all settled back into our routines nicely and even had a very short visit from Alec on Friday. Our weather was pretty perfect (for winter) and I even manged a couple of hikes and walks outside which was much needed. 
 
We had a very successful link party last week with a huge variety of topics shared. Thank you to everyone that participated. I can't wait to see what you share this week.  



 
Most Popular Posts from Last Week:
 
 Most Popular Posts of 2025 by Our Life in a Click
 

Some Others that Caught My Eye: 
 
 Scrapbook Look #2 - December 2025 by Photo & Story Treasures
 
 
 

 

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.


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  1. Maria RineerJanuary 13, 2026 at 5:56 AM

    How nice to have a visit from Alec. It seems like one theme of January is routine. For some, getting in that routine takes longer (based on school, work schedules) but at some point in January, everyone is generally in a routine. Thanks for the link up!

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    1. Joanne January 14, 2026 at 3:22 PM

      It was a nice but very quick visit, him and his roommate picked up her car and all of his houseplants he had left behind.

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  2. Linda StollJanuary 13, 2026 at 7:10 AM

    A belated happy new year to you, friend!

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  3. Amy JohnsonJanuary 13, 2026 at 7:47 AM

    It has been unseasonably warm here too, which actually has resulted in lots of ice everywhere because it melts during the day then refreezes at night. UGH! Thanks for the party.

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  4. ViolettaJanuary 13, 2026 at 8:30 AM

    The year started nicely...and a few days ago I could welcome back snow LOL. So that I was able to trace a trail for crosscountry in the fields between our villages.
    Have a good time and all the best
    Violetta

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    1. Joanne January 14, 2026 at 3:23 PM

      We haven't had enough snow for me to go snowshoeing in over 3 years now. We get lots of small storms but they mostly melt or ice over in between.

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  5. Thrifting WonderlandJanuary 13, 2026 at 8:52 AM

    So nice to start up a new year, Joanne. Wishing you a healthy and productive 2026. /thanjs so much for hosting this link party.
    Lynne, Thrifting Wonderland

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  6. Melynda@Scratch Made Food!January 13, 2026 at 9:05 AM

    Visits and walks always help make a great week!

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  7. The Happy WhiskJanuary 13, 2026 at 10:26 AM

    I dig the light coming in through the window on the mug.

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  8. Heather{Our Life In a Click}January 13, 2026 at 11:05 AM

    Thank you for the feature. What a nice surprise! Our weather was milder and I got in some much needed walks as well.

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  9. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiJanuary 13, 2026 at 11:32 AM

    It is hard to believe that January is almost half over! Glad you saw Alec and that the weather has been good for hikes. We still have unusually warm temperatures here and little snow.

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    1. Joanne January 14, 2026 at 3:27 PM

      I know! I just said that yesterday at yoga when we were talking about the calendar. The time is just flying by.

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  10. SlabsJanuary 13, 2026 at 12:46 PM

    Always awesome to have the 'kids' visit.
    Morning, and thank you for a lovely party Joanne
    My entries this week #44-46
    Please come share with SSPS & HIH https://esmesalon.com/tag/seniorsalonpitstop/

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  11. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasJanuary 13, 2026 at 1:19 PM

    Joann,
    My Link Ups for today's party are # 47, 48 and 49!!
    Thanks so much for your visits and kind words!!
    And 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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  12. Julie's Creative LifestyleJanuary 13, 2026 at 1:50 PM

    I am enjoying the winter weather here and glad to get out for walks and going to the gym. I bet those walks are beautiful in your area now. Thanks for hosting and enjoy the rest of the week Joanne.

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    1. Joanne January 14, 2026 at 3:29 PM

      It has been wonderful and I know more cold and snow is on its way so I'm trying to take advantage while I can.

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  13. PaulaShort January 13, 2026 at 2:02 PM

    Hi Joanne, I can't believe it's your 103rd link up already. Awesome sauce! Thanks so much for hosting and warm hospitality every week. I'm sitting at #52,53&54 this week.
    Have an awesome rest of your week.

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    1. Joanne January 14, 2026 at 3:29 PM

      I can't believe it's been 103 weeks already too! It flies by.

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  14. Michele MorinJanuary 13, 2026 at 6:25 PM

    Winter is being very wintery this year!

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  15. mireilleJanuary 14, 2026 at 8:41 AM

    Last week feels far away now that school is back in session! We had a fun visit at the Biltmore before school started again and it feels far away!
    www.chezmireillefashiontravelmom.com

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    1. Joanne January 14, 2026 at 3:30 PM

      It's funny how that happens! I feel like the 1st was forever ago.

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  16. Nancy January 14, 2026 at 11:56 AM

    Happy New Year to you! I have not participated in your link up parties as I have had nothing much to share with me recovering from hip surgery. I hope to participate again soon. I am so glad Alec came for a visit. Looks like the weather is cooperating for hikes! Nice! Take good care my friend!

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  17. Two Chicks and a MomJanuary 14, 2026 at 8:18 PM

    Thanks for the party, Joanne, this week and every week! I found a few recipes for Valentine's Day shared this week!

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  18. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenJanuary 15, 2026 at 8:59 AM

    How nice to get a visit from Alec! Thanks for the party, Joanne, and have a great week.

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  19. Laura @ Our Grand LivesJanuary 17, 2026 at 11:09 PM

    Thanks so much for the party, Joanne! We always love stopping by to join in!

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  20. Jennifer WiseMarch 5, 2026 at 10:01 AM

    So thrilled to come back and see my Scrapbook Look # 2 - December post in the spotlight! :) Thanks so much! :)

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