Welcome to this week’s Hearth and Soul Link Party! It’s high summer here in the United Kingdom, and we are having some very warm weather. Last week it got up to 38 Celsius on the hottest day in the UK since records began. That’s just over 100 degrees Farenheit, very unusual for us! I know that many in the US have experienced high temperatures and very bad storms, and they have definitely been in my prayers. What’s the weather like in your neck of the woods?
At the Hearth and Soul Link Party, you can share blog posts old and new, about anything that feeds the soul. This includes – but is not limited to – family, home, recipes, decorating, crafts, DIY, travel, organisation, book reviews, the arts and self improvement.
What’s New?
I polled my wonderful newsletter subscribers last week, and I’ve had a great response. (Thank you to everyone who took the time to come back to me!) It is really helping me with putting together ideas for the months to come.
If you are planning a summer afternoon tea or you fancy a breakfast treat, I’ve got a lovely recipe for you. It’s even gluten free!
These Blackberry and Apple Scones are so easy to make and everyone will love them. (Photo by my friend Sandi of Fearless Dining.)
If, like me, you are always trying to fit your workouts round your busy schedule, I may be able to help.
In How To Keep Working Out While Travelling, I share some easy hints and tips to help you stay in shape on the road (whether for business or pleasure) without impacting your schedule or ruining your holiday.
Thank you for sharing your wonderful content last week!
High Summer Featured Posts
High Summer featured posts (from top left, clockwise):-
I love the colour of this beautiful Black Grape Sorbet from Jennifer at Mommy Evolution. The flavour sounds amazing too.
Penny of Penny’s Vintage Treasures shares a beautiful, frugal labour of love in Farmhouse Table & 12 Chairs for $200
These beautiful, meaningful Embroidered Crochet Coasters from Bev of Flamingo Toes would make a really thoughtful gift
If you’ve been invited to a summer picnic or potluck, this Amish Pasta Salad from Marilyn’s Treats is sure to be a hit
Have you got a glut of carrots from your summer garden? Suzan from It’s My Sustainable Life has your back with How to Store Your Garden Carrots for Fresh Eating All Winter
I’m excited to see what you will share this week!
The Hearth and Soul Link Party
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Comments & Reviews
Hi April!
I hope this finds your weather easing. Here in the Northeast, US, its now 95 degrees & humid. Definitely the dog days of summer :). Thank you firstly for hosting this wonderful party once again & secondly for the feature of my carrot storage for long-term fresh eating! I’m so glad you enjoyed it and certainly appreciate the feature! T
This week I’ve shared IMSL’s Sunshine Blogger Award (trying to spread the love of some more wonderful bloggers) as well as our old fashioned, from scratch hot fudge sauce recipe. After all, everything is better with some chocolate added! Have a great week.
It’s much cooler now but still lovely and warm, Suzan, so I’m very grateful. I hope it cools down for you soon too. Thank you so much for your support of Hearth and Soul and for visiting and sharing too! Have a wonderful week!
Hi there! New linker aboard! Recommended by Karen @ohmyheartsie
Hi Laurie! Welcome!! It’s lovely to ‘meet’ you 🙂
I was so excited when I saw my daughters table and chairs included in your features this week…..thank you so much! Have a wonderful week …..xoxo
I’m so pleased, Penny! I really loved your daughter’s table and chairs, and how creatively you all created this beautiful dining set. I hope your week is wonderful too!
Thanks so much for hosting!
Thank you for visiting and sharing, Dee!
I hope it gets cooler for you. That is hot. Thanks for hosting and I hope that you have a wonderful week.
Thank you, Patrick! I hope your week is wonderful too.
Thank you for hosting. Serving this week 7-22- to 7-26. On Tuesday is a colorful Mediterranean Salad. On Wednesday is a Southern House Salad with Bacon Dressing that my grandma used to serve. And finally on Friday is a Grapefruit Avocado Salad complete with Pomegranate and a Honey Lemon Dressing.
I’m all about salads right now, Marilyn, so this is perfect timing! Have a great week!
Hi April, I am traveling now and definitely making use of hotel gyms and pools! Thanks for all of your tips and for hosting! Since I am from Phoenix, AZ, I am no stranger to hot weather! I do feel sorry for everyone out there who is unprepared for it! Swimming, shade, AC, and lots of hydration! Those are my main tips. Stay cool!
Hi Helen, I hope you are enjoying your travels and visits with family. Have a wonderful week!
“High summer” says it all so well. We’re right in the throes of celebrating summer here as well!
I hope you enjoy the lovely weather, Michele! Sadly it’s pouring here today, but we do need the rain so I’m grateful. Have a wonderful week!
Today’s share is not super happy but I do think it is important. It brings the focus to student anxiety. Thank you for hosting.
It’s an important issue to address, Elise, and I’m really glad you’ve shared this post! Have a good week!
In Oklahoma, USA, we expect 90-100+, F, temperatures this time of year but I am surprised to hear of it in Europe this year. This year we faced torrential rains and flooding back in the spring, the worst in 30 years. Some people are still working to get back to normal, but my home was spared. We all seem to find a way to cope with these weather fluctuations, don’t we? Thanks for the chance to link up.
I really am humbled by the terrible things so many folks have gone through with the rains and flooding, Aletha. The UK gets that many years but we are blessed to live on a very big hill! I am so pleased your home was spared. How frightening that must have been! Thank you so much for sharing your posts. I hope you have a wonderful rest of the week.
Thank you for the great Hop!
Your features are some of my favorites. I love the inspirational crocheted coasters.
I also will have to try the gf scones. We eat gf and are always looking for new inspirations!
Blessings!
Laurie
Thank you so much for visiting and sharing, Laurie. I hope you enjoy the scones 🙂 Blessings to you too!
Thank you for hosting. I brought our favorite cake. Have a great week ahead.
Thank you for visiting and sharing, Mareliz! I hope your week is going well too 🙂
Thank you for hosting wishing you a great week!
I hope your week is lovely too, Karren. x
Who doesn’t love Black Grape Sorbet? Perfect and so pretty on a hot day… thanks for featuring 🙂
Thank you for sharing, Jennifer!