Monday, April 13, 2009

Happy Easter

I want to take a moment and thank you for reading Like Merchant Ships. I truly appreciate the friends who stop, visit, and encourage us to keep creating and saving.

It means a lot.

37 comments:

TJ said...

Thank you for continuing to share your ideas with us! I love our blog, and strive to be a better mother and homekeeper with your tips and ideas.

pizzlewigg said...

Thank you! I love visiting and I always leave the better for it.

Tiffany said...

I always love your photos. Deviled eggs are one of my favorite things about holidays. :)

celina from canada said...

i might have to make deviled eggs soon...even if just a few for me as i'm the only one who eats them....thanks for taking the time to inspire all of us...

Sonya --Dime Store Thrift said...

Oh My...those deviled eggs look just like the ones my Mom used to make! Yummmmm.

Roxie700 said...

My dear Meredith, do you have any idea really how much your little blog means to your readers? I wonder if you do? You thank us for reading your blog; you always inspire us, praise others, and share your talents with us. You have a way of taking a simple thing like deviled eggs and making it look so very special. I have been married 37+ years and I was a home ec. major in college and you leave me in the shade with your talents. Bless you Meredith, for your blog, your sweet kind heart, and the time you spend sharing your ideas with us. Your blog is always a bright spot in my day.

Anonymous said...

I'm with Roxie. Your blog is always inspiring but most of all, your humility and kindness really shine through. You're the first blog I check when I log on. Thanks for brightening my life.

Nancy

Shannon said...

Your blog is such a joy, Meredith. I always tend to focus on the practical - just getting it done - but I want things to be beautiful! You're such an inspiration to me to fit a little beauty into all this practiality!

Susan said...

What a sweet comment by Roxie! But so true! Yours was THE very first blog I ever went to and read, and I cannot imagine not having it around to read every day. It is truly a fun, wonderful blessing in my life, and I am so glad that God brought you, and all your readers who leave comments, into my life. I am certainly the richer for it ( and I don't mean financially, although that's true, too!).
Susan

Renee said...

When I started reading your blog I would think, "What would Merideth do?" (To make the ordinary more special - without spending money.) Now I think, "What can I do?" Thank YOU for making me see how special my role in my family can be.

Sarah Rose said...

Meredith, you should know that the Lord uses you in big ways through this blog. I am always delighted to see your gentle-spirited writing in my reader, and you consistently inspire and encourage me with your words. Thank you so much for filling this space with such beauty!

Anonymous said...

Meredith, I was wondering if the tornadoes went through your area as I know they were very close and so many people were affected by them. We are glad that you are safe.
Mrs. L.

LSU Melanie said...

I love your blog!!!!!!!!!

The Blushing Hostess said...

Same to you and my pleasure! Be well, The Hostess

Angie @ Many Little Blessings said...

Now, Meredith, if you truly appreciate all of your readers, why would you tempt them with such a yummy picture. That's simply not right. ;)

Hope you had a Happy Easter!

Anonymous said...

I always enjoy checking your blog each day. Thanks for being a bright part of the day!

Those deviled eggs look divine.

Connie said...

Meredith, your blog has been my "go to" blog every since I began reading it several years ago. You, my dear, are quite inspiring! By the way, I made your black bean recipe last week and it was wonderful.

Anonymous said...

Dee

Oh, my...THANK YOU..truly. You're a blessing to me.

Emily@remodelingthislife said...

Happy Easter to you and thank you for encouraging so many and showing people that frugal is beautiful.

imanewbierunner said...

Thank you. I really enjoy visiting your blog.

Dana said...

Its us who should be thanking you!!
I love your blog!!
Its caused me to give just about everything I buy a second thought, I am sure saving us tons!!!

Kelly said...

Thank You Meredith ! Your blog is a gracious moment in a busy day .

Anne Marie@Married to the Empire said...

You're sweet! You know what I like about your blog? It doesn't show the endless pictures of groceries that you bought each week or other typical frugal-blog stuff. Not that there's anything wrong with that; it's just that there's already a glut of it out there. Your blog is original and inspirational due to the theme of finding beauty in life on a budget. You don't post endless deals and focus on money so much. It's nice to see a different focus for the frugal theme. That's a big part of what keeps me coming back.

Tubo Family said...

Thank you for the wonderful ideas and fellowship on your blog!

Workin' MAMA! said...

Okay - I'm hungry now! DEELISH!

YUM! You had me scared for a sec - thought you might've gotten strep too! Good to know that all's well! We had a fab easter - the kids' giggles will last me forever!

Latrice
ps -check is in the mailio...

Dr. Mom said...

Your deviled eggs are just beautiful! I love your photographs!

Jourdan said...

I just stopped by, but I love your blog. Keep writing and saving!!!

Amiyrah said...

You're welcome! Keep up the good work...

Anonymous said...

It has been a delight to read your blog. You have a very classy house and have inspired me to keep looking for those hidden treasures at our local thrift store. I too am a Meredith and have an almost six-month-old baby. Thanks.

Sandy said...

Oh Meredith, you are the best. Thank YOU. Abby made deviled eggs for Easter. They were not perfect, but they were sure tasty! Saving the pix for a certain book, down the road :)
Love ya!

Anonymous said...

I hope you and your family had a blessed Easter as well!

Thank you for sharing glimpses of your life with us, for your inspiration that you give, and for showing us that frugal and thrift does not equal cheap or lower quality. :-)

Brenda@CoffeeTeaBooks said...

We like you, too. :)

Christy said...

I don't think I've ever commented on your blog but I had to take the opportunity to say THANK YOU! I love it and check it daily! =)

Anonymous said...

Thank you, Meredith, for all your hard work. LMS is the first thing I check in the morning.

Blessings!!!

Heather

Nicola said...

i love your blog. happy day back to you and yum on those deviled eggs!
nicola
http://whichname.blogspot.com

Miss G said...

Happy Easter, Meredith! Kelly

Elizabeth said...

Do you share your deviled eggs recipe?
Elizabeth