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Are you having a good week, friend?
Have you had a hard-for-no-reason-kind-of-day in there somewhere? I’ve had a few of those days lately. I’m not proud of them, but I’m learning to learn from them.
I’m praying that I’ll cling to 1 Corinthians 13 today. Do all things in love. Speak in that love. It doesn’t come natural, does it? But it’s worth pressing in for. It’s worth learning to speak the language. Our husbands and children and neighbors and servers at the restaurant and strangers in the long line at the post office and the old lady driving ten under the speed limit on the highway, they will all appreciate our language when it sounds like this.
Gracious words are a honeycomb,
sweet to the soul and healing to the bones. Proverbs 16:24
Oh, Lord, only by your grace!
Some news on our weekly link up:
Several months back I had asked if y’all like the two separate sections for the link up… one place for home related posts, one for heart related posts. Everyone that responded responded that they did in fact like the organized sections.
But here’s the thing… it seems like it’s still confusing for newer folks and a lot of links end up all jumbled up anyway. Mostly the heart posts are in the heart section and the home posts are in the home section, but a good number are mixed. SO… I decided to make Heart + Home just one big happy family link up. Still same topics. Still about what’s going on in your heart and home. But now just one section.
How do you feel about that friend? Irritated? Excited? Entirely indifferent? You can be honest ;)
But I have a feeling we’ll all be alright. It’s a link party, y’all. It’s not that serious. Right? I just knew you’d feel me on this one. So we’re on the same page? Ok then, let’s get on to it
{and PS: please know I adore your posts. I treasure your words and appreciate the time you take to join in. Just wanted you to know that, too! I say “it’s just a link party”, but want to make sure you know my heart.}
Thanks for linking up! Take a moment to visit another sweet blogger and leave her some love.
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I think it’s a good idea to combine the 2! You’re right, it’s a party. :)
thanks girl! ;)
Lauren recently posted…Scandalous: A Love Story
I liked the two link ups; it was a unique and creative idea. But I can see how it can be confusing, especially for new readers.
I totally understand your decision, and hey, it makes a little less work for you!
You’re right, we will all be alright! ;)
Thanks Sarah! I’m still feeling torn, even after I made the decision. I know it’s a silly little thing…. erg. We’ll see how it goes this week ;) But thanks for joining in anyway & for encouraging me today!
Lauren recently posted…Some Day
Thanks so much for hosting every week! I like heart and home combined. It’s easier. Have a wonderful week.
Barb
http://www.secondchancetodream.com
Barb recently posted…Dollar Store St. Patrick’s Day Wreath
Great… thanks for your thoughts, Barb! And thanks for linking up with us :)
Lauren recently posted…Some Day
I think it’s just fine either way. If this is a little less confusing for readers, than it’s probably a good decision. But I enjoyed the separate categories, too. Sorry :(
Elizabeth @ DogFurandDandelions recently posted…Comment on Love is Not Irritable by Elizabeth Johnson
That’s OK Elizabeth… I appreciate the input. Still thinking about it. We’re trying it out this week :) blessings!
Lauren recently posted…Heart + Home #34 & a little update
I had two completely separate linky parties on my blog – just combined them into one weekly linky party. Funny how we worry about stuff like that, huh? :) Thanks for hosting!
Kirsten @One Tough Mother recently posted…{Home Is Where the Heart Is} Photo Display
Well good to know I’m not the only one Kirsten ;) I really think it can work either way and isn’t too serious, but do want to make it a positive experience for the readers too. Thanks for joining in today. -l
Lauren recently posted…Scandalous: A Love Story
I like combining the lists into one! Thanks for always providing us a place to link our projects and thoughts!
Marty@Marty’s Musings
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We <3 simple.
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AMEN ;)
Lauren recently posted…Words Hard to Say
Thanks for hosting, and the scripture. I love Proverbs.
I tried the multiple section thing one time at my party too…and always had people not paying attention and having issues…so I stopped! I’m a first time linker here…will be back weekly!
Melanie Reasons To Skip The Housework
Oh good, Melanie! It’s always comforting to know I’m not alone ;) So glad you stopped by & hope you’ll join in again too. AND I look forward to visiting your place… you blog title made me smile!
Lauren recently posted…Heart + Home #34 & a little update
I actually like things all together, but I think you should do what’s best for you. Thanks so much for having this link party. I really enjoy your site whenever I visit. God bless you.
Gail @http://biblelovenotes.com recently posted…Ice Picks & Poison
Thanks so much Gail. Appreciate all of the sweet posts you link up! Thanks for visiting :) -l
Lauren recently posted…Weekend Reading
Hi Lauren! I just found your blog recently and have been blessed reading it ever since. I’ve started a little bit of blogging myself and am just learning about link parties. I added my latest posts to your party and will link to you, too. Incidentally, I totally needed the 1 Corinthians 13 love reminder today and I think the single category party works great! Enjoy your week. =)
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One big happy link-up family is the way to go. Love it! And, thanks for hosting. I’m a sporadic linker, but devoted reader. Appreciate all you do here!
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Love that, Courtney! Sporadic linkers & devoted readers welcome! Grateful to have you :) blessings, lauren
Lauren recently posted…Ordinary Women Live Brave {Jennifer’s Story}
I think heart and home go hand in hand really so mix them up! Bless you sweet heart. Have a great day!
Kathleen recently posted…We Are Created for God’s Glory
I hear you about the hard days. That’s kinda what the post I linked up is about, actually. As far as the linky party, I think it works either way, but simpler is usually better!
Emily recently posted…Building Confidence Through Failure
Look forward to catching your post Emily. Seems like a theme for a lot of us lately… hard days… but oh, for His grace.
Lauren recently posted…Ordinary Women Live Brave {Jennifer’s Story}
Thank you for hosting, Lauren. I really like having all of the links together. It’s like a soup of bloggy goodness! I’d love if you’d come join my How To Tuesday link party, too.
http://housewifehowtos.com/link-party-2/how-to-tuesday-link-party-9/
Katie B. of HousewifeHowTos.com recently posted…How To Reduce Household Clutter
Thanks Katie!!! Glad you stopped by :) -l
Thanks for the link up! I am a new follower and love your blog. I found you through the Growing Home link up. :-) I’m reading “Unglued” by Lysa TerKeurst and it’s all about what comes out of our mouths. So your post related to what God’s speaking to my heart on. Thanks for sharing!
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