Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot Link-Up

Welcome to Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot Link-Up, where ideas roam freely and creativity sets the pace.

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. The link-up gets 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

I hope that all who were affected by snow and ice this past week are finding their lives returning to more normal conditions. Even when the week doesn’t go as planned, there’s comfort in knowing brighter, easier days usually follow. Here’s to a fresh stretch ahead and a little more predictability.

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

• • On Not Overthinking & The Fine-Whatever Link-Up

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Behind the Wheel

Now, 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 Kristin, who pens the blog HoneyBears & SydneyBeans. Named for her children, Kristin’s blog offers a warm mix of family life, real-world reflections, and creative inspiration — from delicious recipes and DIY projects to thoughtful stories about everyday moments that resonate with readers.

In the Rearview Mirror

One more safety check before the green flag. Selected from last week’s party are three must-reads that may have gotten lost in the crush and deserve your attention.

Valentine’s Day Cake Mix Cookies – An oldie, but goodie post with a yummy and easy-to-make recipe.

The Leather Moto Jacket that is Worth Every Penny – The title says it all.

The Surprising Benefits of Vaccines for Older Adults – A smart reminder to stay current with healthy habits.

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.
    7. Links to videos, sales ads, or social media links such as YouTube Shorts, Instagram or Facebook reels, or TikTok videos, or any other social media content are not permitted and will be removed.

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