At four o’clock the mail used to arrive in the small town where I spent part of my growing up years. People would begin to gather at the post office early and, while they waited for the mail to be sorted, would exchange the news of the day. Most of it was the “how’s your cold” variety, but when there was news of a more serious nature, people would go into action. A funeral and food would appear at the door, illness and transportation for treatments were quickly arranged, broken leg and someone was there to mow the lawn.
Our internet “town” is bigger, but people still want to help. A few months ago, Mallory Fundora asked for help in providing dresses for girls in Uganda. Danielle of Peanut Life Adventures saw the request and included making pillowcase dresses on her 14 projects before 2014 list, where I saw it. Then Kay of Jerry and Kay joined with a friend to make several dresses and blog about it. There is still time for you to make one (or more) pillowcase dresses – just have it to Mallory before May 28! My version of how to make a pillowcase dress. My pillowcase dress pinterest board for more ideas and inspiration.
Featured from last week
Welcome to all those who were first time linkers here! We had a fabulous variety of topics linked this week, thoughtful, insightful, helpful! And FUN! Here are just a few of the great ideas, recipes and projects y’all brought to the party! Thanks so much for sharing!!! Links: Your Home Based Mom – Crock Pot Balsamic Beef; The Measured Mom – Free Transportation Printables; The Moody Fashionista – Chocolate Dipped Potato Chips; Darlene Nemeth – How Random Acts of Kindness Improve Your Life; Half Baked Harvest – Kentucky Derby Pie Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars; 2 Crafty for My Skirt – How to tape a chevron pattern; An Extraordinary Day – This Moment
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BeBetsy says
Thanks for hosting a great party and sharing with us on our Brag About It Tuesday party. Have a great day! ~~ Sharon & Denise
Laurie Collett says
First time here & linked up! Hope you’ll come visit at Saved by Grace! Thanks for hosting & God bless!
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nancy@skinnykitchen.com says
Thanks so much for hosting Charlene!
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Robin says
Thank you so much for hosting another great party!
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Christi says
Thanks for the fun party, hope your weekend is great!!
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Treat and Trick says
Thanks for hosting! Have a great week…
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Linda@With A Blast says
Thanks for the party, Charlene! Have a wonderful week 🙂
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Kendra says
Thanks for another wonderful party, Charlene!
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Amy mayen says
Thanks for another awesome party!
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Deb@CookingOnTheFrontBurner says
Thanks for hosting and have a great week!
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Tieghan says
Thank so much for the feature!! I always love seeing what you choose each week and thank you for hosting! Have a great week!
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Noreen says
Is the button not working?
Charlene says
Thanks for alerting me! Should be good to go now!
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