Friday, July 22, 2011

Linkin’ Lindsay

Haha, pretty clever, right? The title that is. By the time Friday rolls around my brain cells have diminished to about the size of pea. Seriously, not sure if it’s the heat or just the busyness.

Yes, I said busyness. I am still learning to let go of things and “lighten my load but as soon as I do, something else smacks me in the face. I’m learning, learning to say no and be okay with less work, less obligations, less busyness. Please please, hold me accountable to this. Tough love works well with me people. Winking smile

Anyway, this post is all about “link love.” You see, I am a bad blogger. I totally forgot to post some of the awards I was tagged in. Whoops. I really do have a terrible short term memory. Well, the other day, Matt actually tweeted to me about being linked in one his posts. Clearly this was a good sign to GET ON IT!!

So here I am. Ready to LINK it UP and take the challenge.
THE GOAL

To unite bloggers (from all sectors) in a joint endeavor to share lessons learned and create a bank of long but not forgotten blog posts that deserve to see the light of day again.
THE RULES

1) Blogger is nominated to take part
2) Blogger publishes his/her 7 links on his/her blog – 1 link for each category. BUT here’s where I’m going to switch it up. I’m going to link my favorites from other bloggers!
3) Blogger nominates up to 5 more bloggers to take part.
4) These bloggers publish their 7 links and nominate another 5 more bloggers
5) And so it goes on!
6) We’ll be sharing the best posts from participating bloggers on our blog and everyday on Facebook and Twitter at #My7Links
Instead of posting my links, I want to share 7 great posts from other bloggers.

Here it goes!

So there you have it. A little different than the original “7 Links”  challenge, but I am all about being different these days!

If I “LINKED” you, feel free to take this challenge and pass along the Link Love.

And be sure to end with some Overly Excited Pictures! Winking smile 
sue
(thanks Sue)

Question: Do you have a favorite post this week? Link it up!

Cheers,
Linkin’ Lindsay

p.s.
I've got a new workout to share. Dare I post 2 days in a row? I guess you'll find out tomorrow.

69 comments:

Jess said...

I LOVE this post!!! I think we all deserve to high-five eachother more often on our favorite blog friends and favorite posts. Sharing the love, thanking bloggers for words that inspire, and just having one gigantic lovefest. Which is what this post is all about. So thoughtful! And thank you for the shout-out. I think YOU and your husband are the two most amazing, supportive and loving people I've ever "met" and I'm so glad we found eachother in bloggy land! I am totally going to do one of these posts next week (now let's hope I don't forget - I might need some tough love too!). ;-) 

jobo said...

aww!! Thank you!! You are so sweet. I feel honored :) I will definitely do this one!!! I love the pic at the end, so cute. Have a wonderful weekend!!!

Jenny Houlahan said...

You're so sweet! I'm so glad you like the run post! It's too funny that you just posted this because I just posted some link love with your burden lifted post :) 

I am loving the LOVE filled friday! :)

Teamarcia said...

How fun! Going to check out your links.
Have a great weekend!

Lindsay said...

Aw that's so awesome of you to link to other blogs!

Heather @ Where's the Beach said...

I hear you on Friday brain cell shrinkage ;-) I feel that way myself. Love the linkin' Lindsay!

Maryea {Happy Healthy Mama} said...

What a fun twist to link up other bloggers.  Going to check out your links now!

Sam said...

thanks for these great links to check out!! hope you have a great weekend :)

klh said...

It's ok to say no and lessen the load my friend : )  Thanks for all these links I need to check them out!  Of course I'd love to see a workout post and 2 posts in a row!  Cute picture.  Happpy Friday and wknd!
Love!
Katie : )

Holly said...

You are so sweet for doing it this way  -- I'll have to check out some of those blogs that I haven't heard of!

Have a nice weekend!

Katie said...

I have a whole post tomorrow with links to what I've been reading this week on the internet.  I'm thinking about making it a weekly thing!

Kalli said...

I love how you showcased other bloggies talents and posts on this 7 things. You are always so thoughtful and this is just another way we can see that. Hope you have a great Friday friend! Thank you for sending the healthy bites info. I wonder could you make them for us with no added sugar or honey? Just wondering :)

Sable@SquatLikeALady said...

This is so cool!! YAY new reading material :D

Dorry said...

You are such a doll. I love that you picked posts from other bloggers. You have an amazing, giving, loving heart, dear friend! I'm glad we got to chat this morning for a little bit. Find some time for YOU this weekend! Love you so much.

Dairy_Free_Betty said...

Awesome, love this.  Now I'm off to read all the new to me bloggers! :) 

Lisa Jameson said...

I love all these you've linked up. I normally only follow food or fitness blog, but I'm itching to try out some of Mindy's ideas to work on my own creativity! Thanks so much!

lindsay cotter said...

Ahh jenny, I love it! We think alike and such great encouragement.
;)

Monique said...

I love when bloggers link to posts they like :) there are so many awesome blogs out there!

lindsay cotter said...

Oh I will remind you! Hehe. And I adore you ladies. Truly! Now high fives all around.
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Rachelle Wardle said...

Love that picture! :)  That just made my entire day.  Have a fabulous weekend Lindsey.

lindsay cotter said...

your smiles always make my day so it evens out.
hehe.
:)
 
Lindsay



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LaurenD said...

Yes yes yes, DO post two days in a row! I love your workouts! And dont you worry... I will always hold you accountable to taking a step back, breathing, and just enjoyinggg life. 

Missy said...

Dare I post 2 days in a row?No. 
Take the day off. I demand it. Take the weekend off. Or else *shakingfist* 

You want tough love? You get tough love. 

PS- love what you did here! 

lindsay cotter said...

oh do it! I'd love to see weekly link ups that you like.

Lindsay



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lindsay cotter said...

ahh, you are so right. thank you tough lovin' missy.
<3
 
Lindsay



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lindsay cotter said...

glad you like the workouts. This next will be fun. I'll post it soon. and Yes,
keep me accountable!
:)


Lindsay




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lindsay cotter said...

sure. I might have to add a drop or two, but thats it. Whatcha think?? And i
hope you enjoy some bike riding this weekend kalli.
:)
 
Lindsay
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lindsay cotter said...

Mindy will throw in some recipe too. I just love her style and I wish she was
my decorator! haha.
 
Lindsay



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lindsay cotter said...

i know. Lots of good reads. I think I find a new one each week. wow!
 
Lindsay



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Alyssa @ Life of bLyss said...

haaha. I love you. And your excited picture.

lindsay cotter said...

oh that should have been my smile picture for you. haha.
 
Lindsay




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lindsay cotter said...

yes, just more to add to your reader, right? ahhh hhaaa!!
 
Lindsay



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lindsay cotter said...

me too. You made my day. I need more dorry time. I"ll email you more often now.
:)
Lindsay



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lindsay cotter said...

because I know you never have enough to read or more blogs to follow, right?
haha.
Lindsay



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lindsay cotter said...

i always enjoy new reads, especially when someone else recommends them. 
:)
 
Lindsay



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lindsay cotter said...

i'm learning. Youre always so good at reminding me to stop and enjoy. thanks
Katie bug.
 
Lindsay



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lindsay cotter said...

I should have added you....MOST THANKFUL!
 
Lindsay
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lindsay cotter said...

good!  I think you'll like ALL of them.
:)
 
Lindsay
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lindsay cotter said...

yours has been shrunk even more due to traveling. haha. Enjoy some downtime
tonight friend.
 
Lindsay
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lindsay cotter said...

just wish I had more categories. SO MANY great blogs out there.
 
Lindsay



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lindsay cotter said...

i agree. Too many to keep track, right?

Cheers to Friday!
 
Lindsay




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lindsay cotter said...

yes, do this. You are special my friend. Near and dear to my <3!
 
Lindsay




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Jess said...

LOVE what you did with this!!! :D

lindsay cotter said...

and I love you! happy weekend friend.

p.s.
when are you going to africa?

Lindsay



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Jess said...

i love YOU.

WHOOPS. i meant to tell you! my Africa trip got cancelled this year due to in-country rioting/civil unrest. a little dangerous for a bunch of teens! i really wish i could have gone nonetheless!! i am going next year, regardless of civil situations ;) im dyinggg to get back!!

Tessa@AmazingAsset said...

I am so glad you participated in this! I am going to look at those right after I comment :)
That picture is great btw!
I wrote a post that was somewhat difficult for me to write, but it felt better to get it out- http://amazingasset.com/2011/07/21/when-you-just-dont-fit-that-image/

lindsay cotter said...

i'm so glad you wrote this tessa. You are raw and real and we love that. We're
here to encourage and support each other.

Lindsay



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lindsay cotter said...

oh bummer! I miss africa too! Lets go back together.
:)
 
Lindsay



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Heather @ Dietitian on the Run said...

HEART YOU. :) This just made my day! And yes, I'm sitting on the comp, catching up on my favorite blogs at 11 pm on Friday - ha, this is what a marathon training weekend looks like, I guess?

xo!

lindsay cotter said...

no shame in that! in fact, thats what friday nights are for. Right?
<3!
 
Lindsay



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Tiffany said...

What a great list!  <3  I get to meet new bloggies, yay!

Pure2raw twins said...

great post! a lot of new blogs for us to go explore ;) thanks girl

have a wonderful Saturday, and yes learning to say no is not easy for us

lindsay cotter said...

we are one in the same lady. Don't work too much this weekend.
;)
 
Lindsay



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lindsay cotter said...

you know some of these links I am sure, but  the others you will LOVE! happy
training weekend?!!
 
Lindsay



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Mindy said...

YAY!  Thanks for the link love Linds!!  I'll be sure to pass it along!
xo
Mindy

lindsay cotter said...

no thank you friend. Also love your crafty ideas!
;)
 
Lindsay




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Liz said...

I love that you linked to others - so thoughtful :)  And my favorite post of the week - more like next week I guess - is definitely the fundraiser Janetha has put together. (I'll be bidding on your healthy bites!)

lindsay cotter said...

oh yea!! monday is going to be fun! Can't wait. Oh and guess what I just made???
A vanilla apple SPRING MIX smoothie.
:)
Lindsay



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Keri @ Blue-Eyed Runner said...

I love the idea to post favorites from other people's posts! I will have to check those out...

lindsay cotter said...

Yes, I am all about the link love. Its fun to share, ya know? Can never
have enough blogs to read, right?  haha.

 
Lindsay C



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Paige said...

Aw, what a fun twist! :)

Eleanor Jones said...

Brilliant idea! Thank you for sharing them; I'm going to check them out :-)

lindsay cotter said...

good, you'll enjoy them all!
;)
 
Lindsay



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Jenny Orcutt said...

you WOULD be kind and self-less enough to link OTHER bloggers. Ugh, I just adore you. Thanks for spreading the love and making blogworld a more beautiful [cyber] place ;) 

lindsay cotter said...

oh jenny, you are too kind to me. I just adore you! Hope you are getting some
relaxation with Gingie!
 
Lindsay
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Kath (My Funny Little Life) said...

What a lovely idea! :)

Jenn @ Peas and Crayons said...

working on my post right now! eee! thanks almond joy! love love love you!

lindsay cotter said...

yay!!! can't wait!
 
Lindsay



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Holly said...

Meant to tell you- I LOVE how you did these links!!!! :) I have been checking all of them out & love them!