Talking About it Tuesday #108

This past week I unexpectedly spent time with a couple of friends. Evan was headed to his friend's house on Friday and Thursday night that friend's mom texted and asked if I'd come too so we could talk and catch up while the boys did the same. It was so much fun. 
 
Then Friday Evan and I set up plans to meet up with a different friend and mom and take a tour of one of the campus dorms (this friend goes to the same school Evan is headed to next year) so we spent much of the day with them yesterday. I was so, so worried about parking IN the city as I can not parallel park but I didn't let that stop us from saying yes and I am so glad we went. 
 
The rest of this week should be pretty quiet since Evan is working and has my car but we leave (just him and I) on Saturday to head down and see my mom, aunt, and sisters and their families for a quick weekend trip.  I can't wait!
 
Thank for all your lovely comments last week. We had another really wonderful link party with lots of great links. I know I say it all the time but it is so hard picking just a few to feature each week.  



 
Most Popular Posts from Last Week:
 
 Valentine's Day Decor & More by Memorable Moments & Modest Missives
 

 
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 La Fenice Venice-- The Dazzling Phoenix Raised from the Ashes by Holidays, Hellidays & the Journeys in Between
 

 

My Cozy Winter Favorites by Anointed Today 
 

 

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 RineerFebruary 17, 2026 at 5:20 AM

    It sounds like you´ve had a nice week with catching up with friends and getting things done for college.for Evan. Jacob and I were driving in a small town´s downtown the other day that had a lot of parking spots available but that would require parallel parking. Jacob asked me if I was going to parallel park. I said, ¨Nope, we´re going to park elsewhere and walk more!¨ (The town has plenty of f parking lots that are just off of the main street. It was no big deal to park in one of those lots and walk!) Thanks for the link up and have a great day!

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    1. Joanne February 17, 2026 at 1:55 PM

      We really did have such a lovely week catching up with friends. Thankfully with the Monday holiday a few of the restaurants and things were closed so we found parking in their empty lots and just walked.

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  2. Jenn LloydFebruary 17, 2026 at 6:15 AM

    Your weekend will be a blast! I'm excited for you. I know you'll be glad to see everyone!

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    1. Joanne February 17, 2026 at 1:56 PM

      I can not wait! Sounds like it should be fairly warm too.

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  3. NancyFebruary 17, 2026 at 6:22 AM

    Sounds like a much better week! Spending time with friends is wonderful. But like you, Parallel parking is not my forte. But my guy does it very well!
    Thanks for the party and enjoy your weekend with Evan and family.

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    1. Joanne February 17, 2026 at 1:56 PM

      Thank you! My husband and oldest son can even parallel park with trucks/trailers but it's not something I ever learned.

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  4. MarilynFebruary 17, 2026 at 7:08 AM

    I am so glad you were able to spend some time with friends! Y'all enjoy your weekend down south with family and hope you get some sweet tea :).

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  5. PaulaShort February 17, 2026 at 7:13 AM

    Happy Tuesday Joanne! Thanks bunches and bunches for hosting and warm hospitality each week. I'm sitting at #16&17 this week.

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  6. Amy JohnsonFebruary 17, 2026 at 7:27 AM

    Glad you got to spend time with friends. Thanks for the party.

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  7. HollyFebruary 17, 2026 at 7:29 AM

    Sounds like such a great weekend Joanne! :)

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  8. Estelle ForrestFebruary 17, 2026 at 7:45 AM

    What a lovely time. Thanks for hosting this weekly linky

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  9. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasFebruary 17, 2026 at 7:58 AM

    Joanne,
    Thank you for all your visits!
    My Entries for today's party are # 23, 25 and 26!
    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. Melynda@Scratch Made Food!February 17, 2026 at 8:01 AM

    It is always nice to have one of those extraordinary weeks!

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  11. ViolettaFebruary 17, 2026 at 8:23 AM

    Always nice to meet friends. And I hope you have a fine weekend with your relatives.
    All the best and a good time
    Violetta

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  12. AnnFebruary 17, 2026 at 8:23 AM

    Glad to hear you spent time with friends...even if you did have to parallel park! Have a great week!

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    1. Joanne February 17, 2026 at 2:28 PM

      I didn't end up having to parallel park; we found alternative places to park and just walked further.

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  13. Laura @ Our Grand LivesFebruary 17, 2026 at 8:30 AM

    Moments spent with long-time friends is such a gift and to have two opportunities come up unexpectedly must have been so special! And now you have a fun weekend ahead, too! How wonderful! Thanks for the party!

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  14. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiFebruary 17, 2026 at 10:59 AM

    Glad you were able to see a friend--it is always fun to catch up in person. Have a wonderful trip down south to see your Mom and other family members! Enjoy the warmer weather too.

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    1. Joanne February 17, 2026 at 2:30 PM

      Thank you! I can not wait for the warmer weather.

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  15. SlabsFebruary 17, 2026 at 11:15 AM

    Morning Joanne, thank you for a lovely party. What a fun week, and good for you for still going despite the parallel parking issue.
    My entries: #40+41+42
    We would love you to share with SSPS & HIH https://esmesalon.com/seniorsalonpitstop/

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  16. Julie's Creative LifestyleFebruary 17, 2026 at 1:23 PM

    It's always fun meeting up with friends! I hope you have a nice wee Joanne.

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  17. AnonymousFebruary 17, 2026 at 2:51 PM

    Sounds like you have a fun weekend coming up and had some nice visits last week. Thanks for hosting! I shared #43 this week.

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  18. Chrissy TFebruary 17, 2026 at 3:11 PM

    Nothing like some good ole connection and time with friends. It really does help in these dreary last few weeks of winter time. :) I hope you have the "Bestest" week ahead.

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