I hope you all have had a wonderful summer. I am slowly returning from my break. I hope to have more posts up soon including a series.
In the meantime, here are some photos of my summer adventures. I hope you enjoy.

My container garden grew abundantly this summer.

I created bouquets using my herbs for my table.

My flowering plants attracted beautiful butterflies.
Thank you, everyone, for your patience and continued support through the years.
Now, on to our weekly linkup. First, please follow me on your social media. I love to hear from you: Blog/Facebook/Twitter/Pinterest/ Instagram/Google+.
Next, lets review last week’s linkup.
Last Week’s Top Clicked
I love the reminiscent tone of this post. Karen explores her favorite summer things from lightning bugs to special community events. You will find some things in the post that you enjoy too.
My Favorite Post

What you miss when you turn your back on church
By Barbara at Stray Thoughts
Barbara hits home with this post. Finding a home church challenges me at the present, and this post will make you long to be in the pews weekly. I highly recommend it.
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Welcome back, Mary. You’ve been missed. <3
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Mary I am so glad to see you back. I hope that the break gave you the restoration you were needing.
Hey Mary, so glad you’re back and pray your break was refreshing and enjoyable on every level. Thanks so much for highlighting my post on my favorite things about summer. Appreciate you and this link-up!
Welcome back Mary, I’m glad you had a restful summer break & the photos of your herbs are great!
Bless you,
Jennifer
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Oh, I wish I had a green thumb. laurensparks.net
Mary, it feels so nice and “normal” to have you back here once again! I hope it feels good to you as well.
Thank you for your commitment to community here.
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Your plants look so healthy and health-inducing. I love growing things (even though I’m not always good at it). It’s good for our souls!
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I am so glad you are back. You have been on my mind. I love the pictures you posted. Blessings, Maree
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So glad to see you back! I’ll have to remember the container garden at countertop height — so much easier to work with. I need to get some more butterfly-attracting plants.
Thanks so much for featuring my post.
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Looks like you’ve had a lovely break!
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It’s good to see you back, Mary, and I enjoyed seeing your photos. Hope your summer has been restful.