Talking About it Tuesday #111

We had a lovely weekend. Alec headed back to school, Ian arrived home from Las Vegas, we turned our clocks ahead for spring and my husband and I had a wonderful date night out. We're supposed to have a few sunny days in the 60's this week and I could not be more thrilled!  
 
We had a fabulous link up last week and I loved seeing all the St. Patrick's day, Easter, & spring themed posts linked up. 




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  1. Amy ScottMarch 10, 2026 at 6:23 AM

    Sounds like a great weekend with everyone back to "normal" status. Hopefully you will see signs of spring this week. Yay for date night!

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    1. Joanne March 11, 2026 at 3:55 PM

      Yep, it feels like we're all back to normal here.

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  2. Jenn LloydMarch 10, 2026 at 6:29 AM

    Thank you for hosting us each week! Have fun on your date night!

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  3. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasMarch 10, 2026 at 7:24 AM

    Joanne,
    Glad to hear you had a great weekend...My sister is in Las Vegas now with her daughter's family for a mini vacation...
    My Entries for today's party are # 12, 13 and 14!
    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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  4. Melynda@Scratch Made Food!March 10, 2026 at 7:47 AM

    Love the variety in the features!

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  5. Heather{Our Life In a Click}March 10, 2026 at 8:03 AM

    Your weekend sounded great. We got some warmer days and sunshine too. What a difference it makes!

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  6. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasMarch 10, 2026 at 8:30 AM

    Joanne,
    Sorry but I linked up the wrong post earlier so I deleted it and now the right post is # 29!
    Hugs,
    Deb
    Debbie-Dabble Blog

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  7. Maria RineerMarch 10, 2026 at 8:47 AM

    Yah! Your weather has turned- at least for this week! How fun to have a date night :).

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    1. Joanne March 11, 2026 at 3:53 PM

      At least for this week it did! I've been getting out for walks as much as I can.

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  8. Laura @ Our Grand LivesMarch 10, 2026 at 9:03 AM

    Spring weekends (with the promise of warmer temps ahead) are the best and yours sounds like it was lovely! Thanks, as always, for another great party!

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  9. Michele MorinMarch 10, 2026 at 9:04 AM

    It's great to have a mellow weekend when those clocks move ahead. I miss that hour, but eventually I know the morning light will catch up again.

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    1. Joanne March 11, 2026 at 3:52 PM

      Yes, I miss that hour too but I do like that it's so nice and bright at dinner now.

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  10. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiMarch 10, 2026 at 12:06 PM

    It sounds like a wonderful weekend, Joanne! Keep those date nights coming!

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    1. Joanne March 11, 2026 at 3:52 PM

      We sure try; some months are harder than others to squeeze one in.

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  11. OliviaMarch 10, 2026 at 12:22 PM

    So nice you had such a good weekend! That Reuben grilled cheese looks amazing.

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  12. The Happy WhiskMarch 10, 2026 at 12:36 PM

    I love that teeny bit of ribbon. Been looking for fabric like that. So springeeeee.

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  13. SlabsMarch 10, 2026 at 12:43 PM

    Good morning, Joanne, thank you for a lovely party and amazing features
    Also, a huge thanks for sharing the SSPS Logo with your readers.
    My entries: #45+46+47
    We would love you to share with SSPS https://esmesalon.com/seniorsalonpitstop/

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  14. Kim March 10, 2026 at 12:55 PM

    Yay for 60 degree weather!! I'll take more of that please!

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    1. Joanne March 11, 2026 at 3:51 PM

      Oh for sure I will too! I'm trying to absorb all the heat I can before it gets cold again.

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  15. ViolettaMarch 10, 2026 at 5:16 PM

    Dear Joanne, after this cold and snowy winter I understand your heading for spring and pleasant temperatures. Hope you don´t mind that there is a lot of snow in my posts.
    Have a good time and all the best
    Violetta

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    1. Joanne March 11, 2026 at 3:50 PM

      Not at all; we still have lots of snow around here too!

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  16. mireilleMarch 11, 2026 at 9:40 AM

    The time change is kicking my behind! We have had a hard time getting up all week. I am enjoying the nice weather too, but it gets a little too warm for my taste in the afternoons.
    www.chezmireillefashiontravelmom.com

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    1. Joanne March 11, 2026 at 3:50 PM

      Oh yes, I always struggle for a week or so with the time change.

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  17. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenMarch 12, 2026 at 4:46 PM

    Sounds like you had a wonderful weekend and yay for temperatures in the 60’s! That corned beef grilled cheese looks so good and the mason jar is adorable. Thank you for hosting, Joanne and Happy St. Paddy’s Day 💚☘️💚

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  18. PaulaShort March 13, 2026 at 6:54 PM

    Thanks bunches for hosting and warm hospitality each week. I'm sitting at #49&50 this week. Sending have a great weekend wishes your way.

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