I am sitting in my favorite spot as I type out this weekly ‘how do you do.’ From my little nook I can see goldfinches visiting our birdfeeder. A misty rain promises to make an appearance soon but these little birds come to fill their bellies, show off their plumes, socialize with others of their kind. It’s a fascinating show. Their color is not yet bright and golden – that will happen in the spring – but still they bring a message of hope and cheer. That is what I pray you find here at our little party – Encouragement for your Heart and your Home. Last week’s post with the most clicks was a Re-Cap of 2020 from That’s Life For Ya.
This week I am featuring:
- Seed Starting Schedule because my daughter and I are preparing to start seeds for our spring and summer garden!
- Elizabeth Goudge and A Life’s Work because friends have recently recommended this author to me!
- Crispy Baked Zucchini Fries because I am always happy to find a new recipe for zucchini before summer harvest arrives!
And Now, It’s Time for This Week’s Encouraging Hearts & Home Blog Hop!
Join your Encouraging Hearts & Home Co-Hosts each week for encouragement and support for your heart & your home. We hope to provide a space that builds each other up and lends a helping hand along the way. With all the negativity in the world, let’s shine a positive light!
Use the form below to share your family-friendly posts this week, and please consider these nice things you can do:
- Follow and/or subscribe to your host’s blog.
- Visit a few other bloggers and show them your support. We all love getting comments, and who knows what inspiration you may find? Be sure to share the love–that’s what a blog hop is all about!
- Check out our Encouraging Hearts & Home Pinterest board where each host pins her 10 favorite posts each week.
- Join us every Thursday!
- If you are interested in co-hosting, contact Linda at Apron Strings & Other Things!
Thank you for hosting each week & for the feature of my seed starting schedule! Happy planting 😉
🙂 We are now living in a warmer planting zone so we will be busy planting soon!
We just put up a new feeder a few weeks ago and we’re patiently waiting for the bird to discover it.
It is so fun to see new visitors to our feeders 🙂
The porch listening to and watching the birds is one of my favorite places to be!
I’m glad you have a favorite place, too, Alexandra 🙂
This is what I featured 1-11 to 1-15-2021. On Tuesday was New England Creamy Clam Chowder. Wednesday was Hearty Minestrone Soup. Thursday was Watercress Soup. And Friday was Creamy Ham Chowder. Enjoy!
I’ll be trying your clam chowder recipe!
Thanks so much for hosting each week!! I know how much work it is so I appreciate the time you take out of your busy day to do so.. Stay safe, healthy and most of all, happy!!
Hugs,
Debbie
You are very welcome, Debbie 🙂 I hope you had a wonderful weekend!
Sounds like a beautiful scene out your window. Thank you for the encouragement and for hosting each week. Have a wonderful weekend Linda!
🙂 Have an amazing week, Marielle!
Your family spot sounds so peaceful, Linda! 💙 Thanks so much for hosting! Have a wonderful rest of your week!
I meant favorite spot. LOL! 😊
🙂 The family does often join me in my favorite spot, so your comment was spot-on!
Have a lovely week!
The birds have been busy at my house too this winter but every time I put seeds out for them either the squirrels get it or it snows and rains and ruins the seeds. I will keep trying. Thank you for hosting!
I can relate to your bird-feeding woes, Donna.
We have an active puppy that roams our yard and I think he is keeping the squirrels at a distance. And we learned the hard way to feed them sparingly during wet weather!