Paula @ Gracefilled Moments I am so glad you’ve stopped by to join us for our April gathering. There is something truly special about the start of a new month—it feels like a fresh page in a favorite book, ready for new stories, shared recipes, heartfelt reflections, and encouragement.
I’m moving a little slower than usual as I write this, as I am currently recovering from a left adrenalectomy surgery I had late last week. To be honest, I’m still navigating a bit of pain and a good amount of fatigue, so my pace is more of a “gentle stroll” than my usual stride. Please bear with me if I’m a little quiet at first; I promise I’ll be catching up with all your wonderful posts and comments just as soon as my energy returns!
April Wishes Around the World
Whether you are joining us from nearby or across the globe, I hope this month brings exactly what you need:
- To our friends here up north: I wish you a season of beautiful awakening. May your gardens begin to bloom, your days grow longer and warmer, and may you find joy in every “springing” detail of the natural world.
- To our friends “Down Under”: I wish you a cozy and peaceful transition into autumn. May your evenings be crisp, your harvests plentiful, and your homes filled with the warmth of seasonal comfort.
Thank you for being such a supportive community. I can’t wait to see what you have to share this month. The link-up is officially open—let’s savor these April moments together!
For Readers
Hey readers, hop on over to my bookish blog Between The Bookends my quarterly bookish link up is live! Bookish Bliss Musings & More Quarterly Link Up and will be live through June 3rd.
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Hi Paula, it’s been a while I’ve been here and I’m really happy to see your blog is in full bloom 🙂 Keep up with the recipes, they are great!
Thank you. I’m so happy to see you! 😁
I hope your recovery goes well, Paula. Take good care and an early Happy Easter to you, my friend.
Thank you so much for your kind words Lois. Catching up on comments now. {{Hugs}}
Dear friend, please be kind and gentle to yourself. We’ll all be here as your strength returns. Easter blessings to you. He is risen indeed!
Thank you so much for your kind and encouraging words Linda. I so appreciate you.
I hope your recovery goes well. 🙏😊 Thank you for adding my “keeping blogging positive” post to the featured list. ✨ Take care and thank you for hosting. 💖🌟
Thank you so much Steph. and you’re welcome. It’s my pleasure to host everyone.
I hope and pray your recovery goes well. Take it easy. Happy Easter!
Thank you so much, my recovery is coming along nicely and my energy is slowly coming back.
I’m so sorry you had to have surgery, Paula. I hope that you recover quickly and that removing the adrenal gland will help in the ways it needs to. Keep strolling gently and take care of yourself, friend!
Thank you so much for your kind words of encouragement Lisa.
Paula, as always thank you kindly for this wonderful gathering! Have a wonderful week ahead, take care my friend!
It’s my pleasure Melynda.
Happy April, Paula! I pray that your recovery goes well and that you heal quickly! Take the time needed to take care of you! Thanks for hosting us all. This is always such a welcoming place to visit!
My recovery is coming along nicely now thank you for your thoughts.
April does feel like a fresh start, Paula! I pray for full recovery and grace as you heal.
Thank you so much! I appreciate you bunches.
Paula, How kind of you to offer this link-up while recovering from a surgery. I pray you are healing and will soon be restored to complete health and well-being. Thenk you and have a blessed Easter.
Thank you so much for your kind words Aletha. I’m recovering nicely now and my energy is slowly returning.
I hope your recovery goes well!
Thank You Joanne.
Praying for a quick recovery! Thanks for the party!
Thank you so much for your prayers Amy.
Hi Paula. Take care of yourself!
I’m recovering nicely now and my energy is slowly coming back.
xo
Paula,
I am praying that you have a speedy recovery.
Thank you for sharing with us.
I was thrilled to see my storybook suitcase in the feature. I appreciate you so much!
Xo Lisa
Thank you so much for your kind words Lisa. I appreciate you too dear friend.
{{Hugs}}
Thank you for the link up. Happy Easter.
It’s my pleasure. Sending have a great weekend wishes your way.
Thanks for the party, Paula and for featuring the Flaky Savoury Mince Pie Rolls. Wishing you a Blessed Easter
My entries this month are numbered #73+74+75+76
I would love it if you would join us weekly at SSPS https://esmesalon.com/seniorsalonpitstop/
You’re welcome Esme’. I’m always delighted to see you.
Always take care of yourself first, dear. Your recovery is most important, the rest can wait. Thank you for finding time to update us and here’s to a speedy recovery!
Thank you so much for your kind words Jen. Things are coming along nicely now. And my energy is slowly coming back.
Paula, thank you for coming over to my blog, French Ethereal! I am pretty sure I used to read your blog back long before Covid, and I have to say I love your new platform here. 🙂 I was on Blogger and Weebly before that, but found I couldn’t do what I really needed to so I am happy that I made the move about 7 years ago. Please feel free to link your posts up at Share Your Style this week – I set the number at 3; however, I do appreciate your unlimited links. Normally, I’d only share a couple but I did share #90-#94 (five). I picked a couple of older spring posts and current ones. I appreciate it!
Happy spring and I will happily read around your posts. Also, I did link Share Your Style, and please feel free to link your party on SYS as well,
Hugs,
Barb 🙂
Happy April Barb, I’m so happy you’re here.
Hi Paula! As always, thanks for the link-up – much appreciated! I hope your recovery is going well and you’re feeling better. Praying lots of blessings for you this spring, my friend.
You’re so welcome Kym. I’m always happy to see you. I’m healing up nicely now. Praying blessings back atcha friend.
I’m sharing #142 and #143 this week. Off now to see what others have shared since I was here last–and leave some comment love, of course! 🙂 Hope you’re feeling better! Thanks so much for hosting! 🙂 <3
I’m always so happy to see you!
Stopping by again for the end of April. Even though the link up is closed, wanted to say hope you’re recovering and feeling much better. Looking forward to May’s link up. 🙂