Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot Link-Up

Welcome to Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot Link-Up, where we slow down just enough to notice what inspires us.

I’m so happy to be one of the co-hosts for this weekly link-up, which brings together bloggers from all corners of the web. Whether you write about style, food, travel, crafting, or anything else that makes your world go ’round (and is family-friendly), this is the place to share your posts (new and old), discover new favorites, and connect with a wonderful community.

Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot is all about slowing down just enough to share, read, and be inspired. We get the link-up rolling every Friday at 12:00 a.m. (Pacific Time) and it runs through Sunday night, giving everyone plenty of time to join in on the fun.

Before The Merge

First, Happy New Year to all! I hope you’ve had a chance after the holidays to relax and enjoy time with your family and friends, which is exactly what we did last weekend. Friends of ours hosted a small mid-day gathering at their home last Saturday, and we had a wonderful time getting caught up on the latest in all of our lives.

Our daughter (and her partner) are in the area until this weekend, and she came for an overnight stay on Tuesday, which was lovely. We’ll be seeing both of them one last time before they return to their home in Washington, as well as our son and his girlfriend, later today for lunch.

As is our normal, New Year’s Eve was spent at home, just the two of us. We had an early dinner with friends at a local restaurant, then headed home to watch TV and wait for midnight to roll around.

And before we move forward onto the next stop, here’s what I published earlier this week that I hope you’ll take a few minutes to read:

• A Last Look at 2025 (Plus a Few Questions for You) & Fine-Whatever Link-Up
• Ready, Set… Hello, 2026

Behind the Wheel

A quick introduction to the crew that helps keep traffic flowing on this weekly journey.

• Marsha from Marsha in the Middle started blogging in 2021 as an exercise in increasing her neuroplasticity. Oh, who are we kidding? Marsha started blogging because she loves clothes, and she loves to talk or, in this case, write!
• Melynda from Scratch Made Food! & DIY Homemade Household – The name says it all. She and her family homestead in East Texas, with three generations sharing the land. Between gardening, chasing chickens, and knitting, Melynda still finds time to cook and bake from scratch!
• Lisa from Boondock Ramblings shares about the fiction she writes and reads, her faith, homeschooling, photography, and more.
• Cat from Cat’s Wire has what she calls a jumping spider brain. Cat has many interests and will blog about whatever catches her attention — crafts, books, old movies, collectibles, or random things.
• Rena (that’s me!) from Fine-Whatever — where style, self-expression, and a dash of humor all find their lane.

Coming Into View

Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot is all about connection and creativity. Each week, a different participant is featured to help us get to know one another a little better. So, before we move on down the road, let’s take a moment to shine a light on one of our fellow bloggers — a vista stop worth making along the way.

In the headlights this week is the creator behind DIY Party Mom, a blog filled with fun, family-friendly party ideas, easy DIY decorations, printables, and tips for celebrating life’s moments on a budget — all shared with a warm, approachable style that inspires creativity.

In the Rearview Mirror

One more safety check before the green flag. Selected from last week’s party are three posts I think are worth a revisit.

Why Time Seems to Fly When We’re Older – A thoughtful reflection on why time seems to speed up as we age, blending psychology and personal insight in a relatable way.

It’s Not a Lie. When telling the truth is cruel. How not to deal with big memory gaps – A compassionate look at handling big memory gaps with loved ones, offering a gentle, practical perspective for caregivers facing tough moments.

Cold Outside, Glowing Inside: Winter Beauty Tips for Busy Women – A handy collection of winter beauty tips tailored for busy women, with easy, realistic suggestions for staying polished through the season.

Are you ready to rumble?

Drop your links below and let’s keep the traffic jam rolling — the good kind, of course! Ready, set, go!

Stay well and let’s keep in touch! Subscribe, follow, friend, pin … all options are available. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

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Reminder: Please Follow These Rules of the Road

1. This link-up is limited to blog posts only, and those that you yourself created
2. Add as many posts (family-friendly content required) as you like, new or old, using the link tool below.
3. Be sure that all links are to a specific post and not to the main address of your blog
4. Visit and comment on a few other links — connection is what keeps the traffic moving!
5. Share the link-up on your blog or social media to help spread the word.
6. Please follow and leave comments for your hosts; it’s more fun when we travel together.
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