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My husband wrote this back in 2004.
Yeah... He's pretty awesome (;

8 - 3 - 1

Eight letters, well...seven different ones.
So completely inconsequential.
Already in this little story they have all been used.
Twenty six letters in our alphabet,
what would make these so special?
Their arrangement,
into three words.
These three words have the power to change lives
when used correctly.
Over 350,000 words in our language,
and these three among them.
No other words share the same power as these do.
These words must not be thrown around freely,
there has to be meaning and feeling behind them
or they will lose their power.
Only the special ones,
dear to your heart
must hear these words.
These three words have only one meaning.
They are used individually every day in everyone's lives,
but only when they are combined together
do they achieve this one unambiguous meaning.
It can be very difficult to master this ancient power,
but once you do,
your life and the life of the person you share these words with
will be changed
forever.
This may be a very small change
or it may be a course-altering change.
One will not know until the words have been used.
What are these powerful words?
Oh I'm sure you've figured it out by now.

Eight letters, three words, one meaning.

-JTH-

xoxo

Saturday Dishes - Less than 30 minutes

This week's theme is:
< 30 minutes

Let's round up all of our recipes
that take less than 30 minutes from start to finish!

If you're new to the party

welcome to Saturday Dishes
where every week is a new theme...

Your job is to post your recipes that coincide with that theme!

Easy peasy, right?

Don't have a recipe that goes with the theme?
No worries!
Just sit back, relax, enjoy the other posts,
& be sure to check out the index & upcoming themes
to see what you can post in future weeks!

Saturday Dishes is hosted by:

- Marissa @ Life is Fantasmic -
Facebook ♥ Twitter ♥ Google+ ♥ Pinterest ♥ Bloglovin' ♥ SoundCloud

Stay a while & check out my blog!
I love seeing new faces & new followers on social media,
& comments make me smile (:

Last week's theme was Father's Day!
Here were a few of my faves...

5 Ways to Tell Dad You Love Him (Without Actually Saying It) from Pebbles and Piggytails

Superhero Dad Printable Hershey Bar Wrappers from Smart Party Planning

Bacon Explosion from Cooking with Carlee

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Next week's theme is:
Cold Summery Treats
so come back next week to share yours!

Now on to the linky...
Link up your recipes that take less than 30 minutes,
visit other posts,
& make new friends!

Keep spreading the word so we can see new faces at the party!

If you'd like to be a guest host send me an email so that I can get you on the calendar,

& let me know what themes you would like to see in the future.
I'd love to use your ideas!

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xoxo

Saturday Dishes - Father's Day

I'd like to give a huge shout out to Cristina from A Bountiful Love

for being such an awesome guest host last weekend!

Thanks so much!!!

If anyone else would like to be a guest host
send me an email so that I can get you on the calendar,

& let me know what themes you would like to see in the future.
I'd love to use your ideas!

This week's theme is:
Father's Day

I know Father's Day isn't until next weekend
but it won't hurt to have ideas a week in advance, right? (;
Share all of Dad's favorite foods & gift ideas with us today!

If you're new to the party

welcome to Saturday Dishes
where every week is a new theme...

Your job is to post your recipes that coincide with that theme!

Easy peasy, right?

Don't have a recipe that goes with the theme?
No worries!
Just sit back, relax, enjoy the other posts,
& be sure to check out the index & upcoming themes
to see what you can post in future weeks!

Saturday Dishes is hosted by:

- Marissa @ Life is Fantasmic -
Facebook ♥ Twitter ♥ Google+ ♥ Pinterest ♥ Bloglovin' ♥ SoundCloud

Stay a while & check out my blog!
I love seeing new faces & new followers on social media,
& comments make me smile (:

Last week's theme was Potluck!
Here were a few of my faves...

Baked Ziti from Olives-n-Okra 

Peachy Keen Salad from Lorraine's Resources and Rewards

Triple Layer Brownies from Yesterfood


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feel free to grab a button!

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Next week's theme is:
< 30
so come back next week to share your recipes
that take less than thirty minutes from start to finish!

Now on to the linky...
Link up your Father's Day recipes & gift ideas,
visit other posts,
& make new friends!

Keep spreading the word so we can see new faces at the party!

By linking up at Saturday Dishes, you are giving permission for Life is Fantasmic to feature your posts with one image on social media with links back to you.

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xoxo

Saturday Dishes - Potluck

This week's theme is:
Potluck

We're having a potluck this week
& YOU'RE INVITED!!!
Link up your favorite potluck recipes!

Here's what to post:
A-F (Main Dishes)
G-L (Sides & Salads)
M-R (Desserts)
S-Z (Drinks)

Totally kidding!
You don't have to go by that list.
Bring whatever recipes you want to share (;

If you're new to the party

welcome to Saturday Dishes
where every week is a new theme...

Your job is to post your recipes that coincide with that theme!

Easy peasy, right?

Don't have a recipe that goes with the theme?
No worries!
Just sit back, relax, enjoy the other posts,
& be sure to check out the index & upcoming themes
to see what you can post in future weeks!

Saturday Dishes is hosted by:

- Marissa @ Life is Fantasmic -
Facebook ♥ Twitter ♥ Google+ ♥ Pinterest ♥ Bloglovin' ♥ SoundCloud

& this week we have a special guest host as well!

- Cristina @ A Bountiful Love -
Facebook ♥ Twitter ♥ Google+ ♥ Pinterest ♥ Bloglovin' ♥ Instagram

Stay a while & check out our blogs!
We love seeing new faces & new followers on social media,
& comments make us smile (:

Last week's theme was Salads!
Here were a few of my faves...

Perfect Summer Pasta Salad from Mom's Messy Miracles

Definitely going to be making this soon!

Grilled Peach Salad with Goat Cheese Honey Dressing from Vegging at the Shore

Those grilled peaches sound amazing!

Doritos Taco Salad from Pebbles and Piggytails
Can't go wrong with a taco salad!

Cristina's faves may be different than mine
so check out A Bountiful Love to see her features as well!

If you were featured
feel free to grab a button!

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Next week's theme is:
Father's Day
so come back next week to share your Fathers' Favorites
as well as any gift ideas you may have!

Now on to the linky...
Link up your perfect potluck recipes,
visit other posts,
& make new friends!

Keep spreading the word so we can see new faces at the party!

If you'd like to be a guest host send me an email so that I can get you on the calendar,

& let me know what themes you would like to see in the future.
I'd love to use your ideas!

By linking up at Saturday Dishes, you are giving permission for Life is Fantasmic to feature your posts with one image on social media with links back to you.

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xoxo

Saturday Dishes - Salads

Sorry the party is starting a couple days late.

I was getting ready for a garage sale all of last week & I am utterly exhausted.

We had 11 tables set up in our garage.

ELEVEN!

I'm still trying to recuperate.

This week's theme is:
Salads

Share your leafy green goodness,
potato salads,
pasta salads,
fruit salads
& more
at this week's party!

If you're new to the party

welcome to Saturday Dishes
where every week is a new theme...

Your job is to post your recipes that coincide with that theme!

Easy peasy, right?

Don't have a recipe that goes with the theme?
No worries!
Just sit back, relax, enjoy the other posts,
& be sure to check out the index & upcoming themes
to see what you can post in future weeks!

Saturday Dishes is hosted by:

- Marissa @ Life is Fantasmic -
Facebook ♥ Twitter ♥ Google+ ♥ Pinterest ♥ Bloglovin' ♥ SoundCloud

Stay a while & check out my blog!
I love seeing new faces & new followers on social media,
& comments make me smile (:

Last week's theme was Memorial Day.
Double features at the next party.
Exhausted, remember?

Next week's theme is:
Potluck
so come back next week to share your perfect potluck dishes!

Now on to the linky...
Link up your scrumptious salads,
visit other posts,
& make new friends!

Keep spreading the word so we can see new faces at the party!

If you'd like to be a guest host send me an email so that I can get you on the calendar,

& let me know what themes you would like to see in the future.
I'd love to use your ideas!

By linking up at Saturday Dishes, you are giving permission for Life is Fantasmic to feature your posts with one image on social media with links back to you.

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xoxo

Saturday Dishes - Memorial Day

This week's theme is:
Memorial Day

Happy Memorial Day weekend everyone!
Please share your favorite Memorial Day meals
or some recipes that were handed down by loved ones that have passed.

If you're new to the party

welcome to Saturday Dishes
where every week is a new theme...

Your job is to post your recipes that coincide with that theme!

Easy peasy, right?

Don't have a recipe that goes with the theme?
No worries!
Just sit back, relax, enjoy the other posts,
& be sure to check out the index & upcoming themes
to see what you can post in future weeks!

Saturday Dishes is hosted by:

- Marissa @ Life is Fantasmic -
Facebook ♥ Twitter ♥ Google+ ♥ Pinterest ♥ Bloglovin' ♥ SoundCloud

Stay a while & check out my blog!
I love seeing new faces & new followers on social media,
& comments make me smile (:

Last week's theme was Beans!
Here were a few of my faves...


Memorial Day Baked Beans from Lorraine's Resources and Rewards

Cheesy Black Beans & Rice from A Bountiful Love

Slow Cooker Baked Beans from Yesterfood

Crockpot Refried Beans from Glo's Kitchen


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feel free to grab a button!

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Next week's theme is:
Salads
so come back next week to share your scrumptious salads!

Now on to the linky...
Link up your Memorial Day recipes,
visit other posts,
& make new friends!

Keep spreading the word so we can see new faces at the party!

If you'd like to be a guest host send me an email so that I can get you on the calendar,

& let me know what themes you would like to see in the future.
I'd love to use your ideas!

By linking up at Saturday Dishes, you are giving permission for Life is Fantasmic to feature your posts with one image on social media with links back to you.

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xoxo

Saturday Dishes - Beans

This week's theme is:
Beans

Holy frijoles!
You can share your bean recipes this week (:

If you're new to the party

welcome to Saturday Dishes
where every week is a new theme...

Your job is to post your recipes that coincide with that theme!

Easy peasy, right?

Don't have a recipe that goes with the theme?
No worries!
Just sit back, relax, enjoy the other posts,
& be sure to check out the index & upcoming themes
to see what you can post in future weeks!

Saturday Dishes is hosted by:

- Marissa @ Life is Fantasmic -
Facebook ♥ Twitter ♥ Google+ ♥ Pinterest ♥ Bloglovin' ♥ SoundCloud

Stay a while & check out my blog!
I love seeing new faces & new followers on social media,
& comments make me smile (:

Last week's theme was Nuts
& the week before was Cinco de Mayo.
Double features today:

Cinco de Mayo

Chicken Fajitas with Homemade Tortillas from A Bountiful Love

Strawberry Citrus Salsa from The Whole Serving

Fried Ice Cream Bars from Cooking with Carlee


Nuts

Homemade Almond Milk from Gluten Free A-Z

Roasted Sweet Vanilla Pecan Butter from Strength & Sunshine


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feel free to grab a button!

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Next week's theme is:
Memorial Day
so come back next week to share your Memorial Day favorites!

Now on to the linky...
Link up your best bean recipes,
visit other posts,
& make new friends!

Keep spreading the word so we can see new faces at the party!

If you'd like to be a guest host send me an email so that I can get you on the calendar,

& let me know what themes you would like to see in the future.
I'd love to use your ideas!

By linking up at Saturday Dishes, you are giving permission for Life is Fantasmic to feature your posts with one image on social media with links back to you.

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xoxo

Saturday Dishes - Nuts

This week's theme is:
Nuts

You may have noticed the party is getting a late start this week.
My husband was in the hospital for kidney stones & I lost track of my days.
If that wasn't bad enough,
he had to go there on his birthday & stay overnight.
Pretty nuts, right?
Show us your nutty recipes this week.

If you're new to the party

welcome to Saturday Dishes
where every week is a new theme...

Your job is to post your recipes that coincide with that theme!

Easy peasy, right?

Don't have a recipe that goes with the theme?
No worries!
Just sit back, relax, enjoy the other posts,
& be sure to check out the index & upcoming themes
to see what you can post in future weeks!

Saturday Dishes is hosted by:

- Marissa @ Life is Fantasmic -
Facebook ♥ Twitter ♥ Google+ ♥ Pinterest ♥ Bloglovin' ♥ SoundCloud

Stay a while & check out my blog!
I love seeing new faces & new followers on social media,
& comments make me smile (:

Last week's theme was Cinco de Mayo!
I'll pick double features next week.

Next week's theme is:
Beans
so come back next week to share your best bean recipes!

Now on to the linky...
Link up your nut recipes,
visit other posts,
& make new friends!

Keep spreading the word so we can see new faces at the party!

If you'd like to be a guest host send me an email so that I can get you on the calendar,

& let me know what themes you would like to see in the future.
I'd love to use your ideas!

By linking up at Saturday Dishes, you are giving permission for Life is Fantasmic to feature your posts with one image on social media with links back to you.

An InLinkz Link-up

xoxo