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Pin It Tuesday: Canning

I don't know if I'm the only one but, canned food is just beauty to my eyes. It reminds me of my grandma and all the hard work she had to perform to feed her family. Gardening, weeding, picking, cleaning, canning.. Oh My!

Source: tipnut.com via Audrey on Pinterest











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  1. I was at an old lady's house last night with all sorts of jarred/canned foods. That's so funny! I had my camera, but was afraid to ask if I could take pictures. Although they talked our heads off.
    I see how nice this looks. We are going back,the husband is fixing something for us, maybe I will ask.

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  2. I must admit...I've never canned. I so want to!!! I think you've inspired me to give it a try with all these fab links! thanks!

    Lots of yummy love,
    Alex aka Ma What's For Dinner
    www.mawhats4dinner.com

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  3. I have to agree. Canning has always been one of the symbols of a happy and healthy hearth and home for me. In fact - I plan on learning more about it once I get the whole gardening thing down! :-D

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  4. Hi, I just landed here from the Pin it tuesday hop. I've never tried canning so I find your pins very interesting.
    Bella Vida by Letty
    Have a great day.

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  5. I wanted to let you know I am awarding you with the Versatile Blogger Award. Please check out my blog to pick up the award. :-)

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  6. Stopping by from Put A Little Umbrella In Your Drink for the Alexa Hop!

    Have a great day!

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  7. Following from the hop! Would love a follow back at www.the-mommyhood-chronicles.com

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  8. Ps, my following does not have a picture bc I am on my phone but I am probably on the back page w/no picture. Txs

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  9. Hi stopping by from bee friendly Friday....new follower. Have a great weekend!

    http://fanthefireministries.blogspot.com/

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  10. Alot of that food in those jars sure do look tempting! I have not had canned food since my mom passed away in 1988! Those are the best tasting green beans, I don't care what anyone says. Grocery store beans don't stand a chance! I am a new follower of your blog thru GFC and Facebook. I would love a follow back on both when you get a free moment. Thanks so very much and have a great weekend.

    Mary@http://www.mmbearcupoftea.com

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