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Happy Labor Day Weekend, Friends!
I hope you’re able to slow down a little on this extended weekend, soak up some rest, and enjoy a bit of well-deserved downtime.
I'm planning to do a little extra yard work while the weather is still nice and warm, and share some time with my family out in the sunshine, and later in the cool evenings we'll likely gather around the fire pit.
If your weekend’s looking busy, don’t forget to set your DVR for the brand-new series premiere on Great American Family, “Crossroad Springs”! The first episode airs Saturday night. (I streamed it early on PureFlix - see my review below!). This heartfelt show invites us right into the heart of ranch life... full of warmth, family drama, and all the ups and downs that come with it.
And if you’re in the mood for something romantic, Great American Family also premieres a lighthearted movie titled 'The Wedding Arrangement'! (See my review for this below, too!)
The Hallmark Channel wraps up their *Summer Nights* with 'Catch of the Day,' a seaside romance that may be the perfect last splash of the season!
I hope you’ll enjoy some of these heartwarming stories this weekend. If you do, I’d love to hear which ones you liked most, so please share your thoughts in the comments below!
Saturday, August 30, 2025:
Storyline: On the eve of becoming a NY executive chef, Sophie returns home to help her family's flailing restaurant and runs into Cam, an old crush who makes her question everything.
Premieres Saturday, August 30, 2025
at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel
Saturday, August 30, 2025:
When Pastor James returns to Crossroad Springs, the Hamiltons rediscover the ties that bind through changing seasons, quiet reckonings, and the grace of starting over.
Premieres Saturday, August 30, 2025
at 8pm/7c. on Great American Family
Episode 1 - Review:
“Crossroad Springs” is such a heartwarming look at life on a family ranch. You really feel the love, hard work, and sense of community. It was comforting to watch the characters face challenges and lean on each other. Episode one does a wonderful job of introducing us to the Hamilton family, those in their community, and their neighbor/rival, Daniel Newman. (By the way, Jesse Hutch plays the character very well!) I loved all of the little touches of faith, and I’m looking forward to the next episode! -Net
Saturday, August 30, 2025:
Storyline: When botanist Violet needs help with a wedding floral arrangement, nature photographer Jack comes to save the day as they bond over a mythical plant.
Premieres Saturday, August 30, 2025
at 9pm/8c. on Great American Family
*Click Here* to see my movie review for this film. It’s family-friendly overall, though there are just a couple of little notes you may want to keep in mind.
Labor Day Weekend Highlights:
Great American Family - Along with the new premieres, "Crossroad Springs" and 'The Wedding Arrangement' mentioned above, see rom-com movie classics throughout Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, including 'Swing into Romance,' 'A Thread to Your Heart,' and more.
Hallmark Channel - Along with the new premiere, 'Catch of the Day,' see rom-com movie classics throughout Saturday and Sunday... and something extra special on Monday... see details below!
Hallmark Mystery - Catch a marathon of 5 'Murder, She Baked' movies on Saturday and 7 'Hannah Swensen Mysteries' on Sunday.
Hallmark Family - Enjoy a marathon of four 'Signed, Sealed, Delivered' films on Sunday.
UPtv - Classic rom-com movies return to UPtv on Sunday!
It's *Lacey Chabert Day* on the Hallmark Channel this Labor Day!
See the first season of her reality show, "Celebrations with Lacey Chabert," along with classic rom-coms/dramas!
NOTE: Season 2 of "Celebrations with Lacey Chabert" premieres Monday, September 15th!
Hallmark Channel's Labor Day Schedule -
Monday, September 1, 2025:
(Eastern Standard Time)
Moonlight in Vermont - 6am
The Color of Rain - 8am
All of My Heart: The Wedding - 10am
Celebrations with Lacey Chabert (season 1) - 12pm to 10pm
Sweet Carolina - 10pm
Well, what a fun mix this weekend brings…an ocean-side romance in ‘Catch of the Day,’ the start of a heartfelt new country journey with “Crossroad Springs,” and the blooming love story with ‘The Wedding Arrangement.’
I hope you enjoy these uplifting stories this weekend, and if you’d like, please share your thoughts or reviews in the comments below…I always love hearing from you!
May your weekend be filled with little reminders of God’s love in the everyday moments.
Blessings to you all,
Net
☀️ SHINING HIS LIGHT: ☀️
The premiere of “Crossroad Springs” brought these scriptures to my mind; they remind us that with family, friends, and God at the center, even the toughest days can feel lighter....
“Commit your work to the Lord,
and your plans will be established.”
Proverbs 16:3
“Two are better than one…
for if they fall, one will lift up his fellow.”
Ecclesiastes 4:9-10
Have a great Labor Day weekend everyone! So many great options to watch. Really looking forward to seeing Crossroad Springs Sat night most of all. Going to be gone Labor Day but I’ll record Lacey’s show. It must be sweet with her hosting it and all! Christie
ReplyDeleteChristie, Happy Labor weekend to you, too! Hope you enjoy Crossroad Springs as much as I did! :)
DeleteWe liked Crossroad Springs. Great show, so far. Christie
DeleteI don’t like seafood, but I like the actors in the Catch of the Day. So I’ll give it a try.
ReplyDeleteAbigail, You're always such a good sport! I sure hope it's a sweet one! I'm with you... it's nice to see these two actors on Hallmark again.
DeleteThere's just a few selections of seafood that I like... cooked tuna, cod, haddock, and salmon. Never tried sushi, but after hearing what's potentially in raw fish, I'm so glad! :)
I love to eat seafood for health benefits
DeleteI don’t like eat raw fish - sushi because of its cold & poke from
Hawaii
I wish I did. It is very healthy, especially if not prepared by frying or breaded. It’s just too fishy for me and my mom. But she loving makes my dad tuna salad often. I always joke and say that’s true love. The sent of tuna is sooo strong. ;)
DeleteAbigail, Oh yes... that tuna scent does take over the whole kitchen. Your comment about your mom making it for your dad and calling it true love made me smile. :)
DeleteSo much to watch and catch up on! I have watched the first episode last night of "Crossroad Springs" and just really enjoyed the introduction to these characters! I loved all the actors and it already seems like they have great chemistry together, can't wait to see what happens with this Show!
ReplyDeleteSarah, So good to hear how much you enjoyed Crossroad Springs, too! The first episode was such a great start. :)
DeleteCatch a Day
ReplyDeleteWhat are the benefits of eating seafood?
Packed with omega-3 fatty acids, seafood is a powerhouse for heart health, cognitive function, & joint flexibility. Additionally, it boasts an abundance of essential minerals like iodine, selenium, & zinc, crucial for supporting thyroid function & our immune system
I’m so excited to watch Catch of the Day & Crossroad Springs, well record them and watch when I can. I’m with you Net, I really enjoy tuna, but from the can, I make like a pico de gallo blend of onions, tomato, jalapeños, cilantro & mix with the tuna and it’s so good with chips or crackers and I also like with mayo and all the fixings for a sandwich or salad. That’s the only fish I like, if it even counts. I am trying so hard to get through my DVR recordings as you mentioned Christmas movies will start in a quick 2 months 😵💫 crazy how the holidays are right around the corner!
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend friends!
~Paula
Paula that sounds delicious, I would have never thought to mix canned tuna in with a pico-I am going to try that out! Thanks for the idea :)
DeletePaula, I actually love tuna straight from the can, too. I used to always eat it that way, but recently, I’ve been hearing some stories about parasites in raw fish like tuna and sushi, so now I make sure to thoroughly cook it first. Sometimes, I’ll bake it and then chill it in the fridge for awhile before eating so it still has that cool, fresh taste.
DeleteAnd on another note… have fun catching up on your Christmas movies! Now that we've reached September it feels like it's all coming really fast!!! :)
I enjoyed Catch of the Day.
ReplyDeletedstoutholcomb, Wonderful to hear you liked it! :)
DeleteCrossroad springs is beautiful! -Maria
ReplyDeleteMaria, I'm so glad you enjoyed the first episode, too! :)
DeleteCatch of the Day
ReplyDeleteEaston’s Fish Market
Seafood
Salmon
Lobsters
Oysters
Clams
Mussels
Scallops
Tilefish
Flounder
Sea Bass
Catch of the Day
ReplyDeleteCioppino is an Italian-American seafood stew originating in San Francisco, made with a tomato & wine-based broth and a variety of fresh, local seafood like crab, clams, mussels, shrimp, and fish
My family & I ate Cioppino for Lunch or Dinner
Catch of the Day is family friendly about
ReplyDeleteOn the eve of becoming a New York Executive Chef named Sophie Manatan returns home to help her family’s flailing restaurant & runs into Cam Easton, an old crush who makes her question everything. Sophie’s family owns Shack Tide. Cam owns Easton’s Fish Market. Cam is a local fisherman in Mantauk. Some yummy cioppino & crab cakes
The Wedding Arrangement is family friendly about sparks fly between a botanist named Violet Markey & a nature photographer named Jack Walker as they work together to prepare flower arrangements for wedding. Violet offers Norman Walker a job at her shop to make room for Stem by Norman. Jack & Violet visit Dr. Rose de Cruz is a former botanist in Springfield
ReplyDeleteCrossroads Springs has an enjoyable storyline that may prove to be a wonderful series. Jesse Hutch is great.
ReplyDelete-Gabe’s Mom
Gabe's Mom, Glad you enjoyed it, too! :)
DeleteCatch of the Day is Family Friendly and a very cute movie! Chemistry between Emilie and Michael was really good! Was great to see Michael Rady back. This movie was more like the Hallmark movies we were use to back in the day! Will be watching this one again!
ReplyDeleteJoyce in Carolina, Thank you for sharing this review... I'm so looking forward to watching it now!!! :)
DeleteWatched the first episode of Crossroad Springs. Was a little hard to follow at first but it gets better as the story evolves. Can't wait to see what Daniel Newman (Jesse Hutch) is up to. Don't like him playing the bad guy, but you're right Net...he does an excellent job in the role! This is going to be a great series and the best part, we don't have to worry about the content!
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DeleteJoyce in Carolina, I was talking to a friend and she said the same thing about not following who everyone was in the beginning. I knew the connections because of seeing previews and the Facebook Live, but she hadn't seen anything like that and wasn't sure who was who at first, but she said she eventually figured it out and liked the opener.
And, yes... Jesse Hutch is very intriguing... totally agree with you & Gabe's Mom! :)
Net, Fix the storylines on The Wedding Arrangement, not Catch of the Day.
ReplyDeleteSparks fly between a botanist and a nature photographer as they work together to prepare flower arrangements for a wedding.
When botanist Violet needs help preparing flower arrangements for a wedding, she calls upon Jack, a nature photographer. Can they ensure the wedding is a success, and find love in the process?
Fixed it! Thank you for letting me know. :)
DeleteDouble Scoop is cute. Hope you really like ice cream. -Maria
ReplyDeleteMaria, I totally agree! It is very cute. Thank you for sharing. :)
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