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Saturday, January 31, 2009

Random Thoughts on Pink Saturday 1/31/09

I want to remind you all to visit Beverly's site How Sweet the Sound and visit all the women who participate in Pink Saturday. You'll love all the PINK!
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A shabby and chic little crown. Not just any crown, my sweet cherubs, but a PRINCESS CHICK CROWN. Yesssssss!!! It isn't very big either - only about 4" across and 5" tall. See my little chick? Hah.... It is painted and glitter sprinkled to look almost like a snow crown. It has roses.....squeeeeeeeeal(!)......and feathers and pearls and rhinestones and tissue paper garland and tulle netting in which the little pink chick rests........oh it's so froufrou-y!

Oh, and if anyone would like to buy it, get in contact with me through my Profile Page here on the blog. My email is listed there. I just try to make it a teensy bit harder for the spammers, chickadees! *Wink*.......... Ooooooh, and nuuuuuuuu, you can't wear it around the house; it's only for show on your shelves. Hah!!





Now on to other things on this glorious saturday morning, my sweet cherubs.
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Some sweet ephemera valentines I received recently. It truly does remind me of when I was a child. These were the kind of valentines we sent and received. Aren't they quite adorable?



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My latest shabby romantic little cottage birdhouse. Ain't she cute?

First of all, let me show you one of my favorite prints by artist, Chuck DeHaan. I think I've shown it before but didn't get a good photo of it because of where it was hanging and I was too lazy to take it down. Well, since we've repainted the walls pink I haven't put it back up yet so I got a pretty good shot of it today in my living room entry.

Most people express surprise because it's more western art than shabby romantic roses cottage but when I see or buy art it has to speak to my heart. Yes, this spoke to my heart when I found it in a little antique shop in Niles area of Fremont, Calif. when we lived there.

I see the Indian looking lovingly and reverently down at the little blue bird in the bottom right corner. It simply tugged at my heart and it has found its place in my home. And I love snow scenes! I hope you enlarge the photo to see it best.

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Why is it that everyone on the road has to be first? They'll whiz by me and I'll see them at the stop light. I call it "hurry up and wait" because that driver has wasted more gas but didn't save one second of time since we're both sitting there waiting for it to change. I try to never hurry while driving. I just let all the nuts and zanies in front of me. That way they won't rear end me. Works for me.
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I heard the other day a famous actor comment on how he and his wife have been married for 30 years and are still together because they don't speak the same language. Literally don't speak the same language. He only speaks english and she only speaks french. I guess they sort of understand each other. How sad. First that he didn't learn her language and second that she didn't learn his language. Sounds prideful to me, not to mention rude and not at all like it should be.

Love Bunny and I have lasted for almost 48 years because we DO speak the same language: love for each other. A novel approach perhaps or a truly humble couple??? Hmmmm........
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There is definitely such a thing as an emergency run to the donut shop or to Michaels or Joanns. Trust me on this one.......please!
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Nagging never seems to work very well for me. I think I should give it up and just deal with hubby doing it on his time frame and save myself the stress of nagging. It doesn't accomplish anything. And if after 40 years you see no progress then maybe it doesn't work like they told me it would. Ahhhhhhhhh, I feel less stressful already........
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My friend called me the other day with this opening line: Wicked witch, how may I torture you. A very novel line I thought. But then she knows me quite well and knew I'd probably need a laugh about that time of day. Plus she needs me; I'm helping to raise her teenagers with my words of wisdom........well, I think they are since my kids are 45 and 46 and doing quite well!!
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I saw a couple waiting at the doctor's office the other day with a baby in a camouflaged baby carrier. Now, can anyone tell me why a teensy baby would need to be in a camouflaged carrier?! I doubt there were any deer or moose lurking at the medical center. But ya never know, right?!
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A person once accused me (lightheartedly) of flattery. I told her I never ever flatter; I only speak truth. If someone is pretty I let them know. I always tell children how gorgeous they are because THEY ARE. (Kid in my house ripping it apart while mum sits idly by is the exception. They are never invited back. That's a firm rule in my home.) But it almost suggests I'm lying. Now, why in the world would I lie by saying you're lovely, gorgeous, pretty or beautiful. I get nothing out of letting someone know they look better than me. Nooooo, I don't flatter, I speak truth when that person is beautiful, lovely, pretty or gorgeous.
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The concept of growing old has never really taken hold with me. Just ask anyone who knows me or chats with me on the phone and hasn't ever met me in person. I'm a 20 year old at heart.......okay, maybe 25, but that's the absolute oldest I'll go! I am the poster chick for "I'm never gonna grow old"!
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I think a study should be done on the effect of testosterone in the presence of power tools.
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Love Bunny and I were chatting one morning and I asked him if he thought there would be food in heaven. He thought not, but wasn't sure. If there is no chocolate, truffles, oriental chicken salad, fish, shrimp, beans and coleslaw, cornbread, french bread with butter or Pepsi, then I'm not sure I'd wanna go.
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Last sunday in Relief Society at church they were doing a "good news" moment. Everyone who has good news just shouts it out. I thought of raising my hand and saying, "I think my anti-wrinkle cream is working finally" but thought better of it. They'd probably throw me out because of either my levity or I'm starting to look pretty darn good, chicks. Hah.........
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Now, if you want to see how truly blessed you are in this life, watch this video below. But you'd better have some tissues ready. This man is astounding and shows the true humility of man and the power of God. He is a blessing to be here on this earth and I praise his loving parents for not aborting him. He has a zest for life I don't see in many people! I, also, love life and never ask "why me?" or "if only" or "what if", I go on and make my happiness the best way I know how. I lead a charmed and blessed life.

57 comments:

  1. beautiful pink and beautiful thoughts!

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  2. Happy Pink Day!!!! The crown oh my when did you start making these??? Your talents are endless and I think you have more energy and creativity than us all put together. Just what is in that Pepsi you drink or is the the donuts???? Yum. Sounds good right now at 4 in the morning!!! Loved your post, honesty is the best policy!!!

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  3. Love all of your random pink today, Connie! It is lovely, and the chick crown is oh so cute as is the little bird house and the valentines. Also enjoyed the print, the video, and the quotes. Here's hoping you'll be "in the pink" all day!

    Happy Pink Saturday...


    XO,

    Sheila :-)

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  4. Connie, I so agree about growing older. Actually, I stopped at about 40 and have stayed there ever since!

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  5. Connie, What a very beautiful Crown.. It's truly fit for a tiny Princess!
    Happy Pink Saturday....
    Hugs to you sweet Chick ~Mary~ :-}

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  6. Ooo, I love all your pinks..you're such a talented lady to make such beautiful things, Happy Pink Saturday and have a lovely day..

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  7. Connie,

    THANK YOU!!

    Thank you for always being upbeat and positive. Thanks you for being beautiful and funny. Thank you for sharing this amazing video. Thank you for the tears of joy and hope that streamed down my face as I watched.

    Thank you for being you and sharing yourself with the rest of us.

    Happy PS

    Kris

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  8. Wow Connie! What a post today!! My goodness, first so many thought provoking snippets and then that You Tube video - wow! This has been a wonderful way to start my Saturday. I go forth differently today and I thank you.

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  9. Oh, I did enjoy yur random Pinks today...the crown...TO.DIE.FOR.
    I love the little birdhouse, too.
    And, the painting of the Indian..loved all your thoughts today...
    Mr. SweetNothings and i will celebrate our 49th anniv. in April and we DO speak the same language..sometimes we aren't on the same page and a lot of times, not even in the same book! But...I'm pretty sure that is close to normal (whatever THAT is!)
    hahaha...
    Have a great Pink Saturday..
    xo bj

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  10. GOOD GRIEF...I just clicked on your laundry room photos and that is one great and beautiful room, girl....

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  11. Connie your crown is so cute.I love the little bird.also the birdhouse.The vintage valentines are like I remember you can't find things like that anymore int he stores.The indian print does speak to my heart too.I collect indian art also.I think it is peaceful.I have indian arrow heads and hatchets that I have dug up over the years.Happy Pink sat!Hugs,Jen

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  12. I'm anxious to know who the non-French-speaking actor was, Connie!

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  13. Old? Who ya' callin' old? Hee hee

    Ok, HPS. The first Valentine looks like Nan!

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  14. Oh...my, what a post, "MOM"!!! LOL!!!

    I love the Chickee Crown!! So cute!! All of your Random Thoughts were GREAT too! I read a number of them to dh Tom...and we both laughed.

    ~Blessings,
    Jan

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  15. OK, you just stop making all that cute stuff or I am not going to have money left to save for my old age! Love the new birdie house. BTW, did you receive my payment for the camper? Happy Pink Saturday, pinkie friend!

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  16. Oh, I love those valentines. How fun. Have a wonderful pinky pink Saturday!!

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  17. Happy pink Saturday! Have a great day. Love the pinks.
    Lorri

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  18. Wonderful post as usual. hope you have a great week.
    Hugs,
    Judy

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  19. You are too talented....I may look you up some time in the future

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  20. I enjoyed your words and pics. And I love the taped testimony to the Lord. "Glory ye in His Holy name: let the heart of them rejoice that seek the Lord." PS 105:3
    We have so much to rejoice in. I hope to rejoice the rest of this weekend seeking Him and I pray His blessings on you.

    Jennifer

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  21. Hi Connie, Happy Pink Saturday. Love your pink crown and bird house. So soft and pretty. I enjoyed all your random thoughts, they were fun!
    Have a great weekend!
    Love you, SHirl
    Shirls Rose Cottage

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  22. Your thoughts are a hoot! I loved each and every one of them. As I read I kept thinking, "Amen, Sister!"

    All the best, Lana

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  23. Well, Connie, that was a wonderful video you shared with us. What an inspiration that man is!!!

    I loved your random thoughts---I will forever remember the "Wicked Witch" approach! Loved it!

    Hope you're having a great Pink Sat.

    You just reminded me that I must make an emergency do-nut run!!!

    Have a great Pink Sat!! Dana

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  24. Connie!
    That video was awesome! I don't always watch those, but this one demands that others see it! I am going to make sure g/m see it!

    Love your sweet crown..you have been a busy girl!!!

    Hugs..Lorena

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  25. Hi Connie,
    I love the crown and the birdhouse. So sweet! Happy Pink Day.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  26. The crown is so you Connie. Very precious. I hope it finds a beautiful home like your beautiful blog.
    I've spent way too much time here lol
    Must go and see the other gals. Only 100 to go...
    Love Claudie
    NEW ME @ BUBBLIN' OVER
    xo

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  27. Great words of wisdom and pretty pink things...the crowns are so tweet!

    I enjoyed your emergency donut shop run idea... ;-)

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  28. Now why don't they make pink tissue anymore---oh yea, the dye. Beautiful post and I hope my tears haven't smeared your screen. God is Beautiful with His amazing Grace. Love and Hugs, Pat
    ps. I am stopping this year at the good ole age of 59!

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  29. What a wonderful post! I just loved that guy! He is so full of love. You can see in his eyes he is really a happy person. Beautiful! Just beautiful. Thanks for posting that.

    I had to laugh about your yelling out in church about your cream. I think you should have! LOL

    You just crack me up. There is no way anyone would ever think of you as an old person. You have so much get up and go and are so full of spunk!

    Hugs,
    Joanne

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  30. What a beautiful crown! You are so blessed to me able to have the time to work on fun things.
    Ginger

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  31. How thoughtful and how pretty all in one post. Wonderful Connie.
    Loved the crown.
    Happy PS
    Becky

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  32. I need a crown! Well, another one!! I think LOVE BUNNY is the luckiest bunny in the world. Love your creativity and zest and honesty. And I miss you too. I've been busy creating and building stuff and fluffing. Today I feel 27!

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  33. Your pink crown is darling!! Perfect for pink Saturday:-)

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  34. Connie, this is a wonderful post. Thank you for sharing with us. You always give us smiles.

    Happy Pink Saturday.

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  35. Love your darling pinks today. Hubby and I have been married for 30 years but, of course, I'm only
    "39" and holding and holding.....
    Thank you for sharing such wonderful thoughts.
    Loretta

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  36. Happy Pink Saturday! I so love your pinks today.
    He is awesome! Wow really makes you think about what your complaining about seeing someone like that.
    Hugs, Bobbi Jo

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  37. Although your PINK show and tell images are delightful, and your work remarkable...I treasure your blog post thoughts (chirps of wisdom) to be the true treasure!

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  38. A woman that speaks her mind, I like that especially one that speaks truth. I wouldn't want it any other way. Happy Pink Saturday!

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  39. You make such lovely,you got the name right,creations.Yes,I've seen him on tv.He is totally Godsent.What a frame of mind he has.I can say right now,I AM NOT THAT BIG A PERSON.Of course we never know.All I can say is God Bless him for himself and all he has helped through his ministry...ann

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  40. That crown is adorable. Happy Pink Saturday!

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  41. CONNIE,
    HAPPY PINK SATURDAY. I LOVED YOUR POST...I LOVED ALL THE PINK ITEMS...THE NATIVE AMERICAN PAINTING IS AWESOME. I ENJOYED YOUR PINK THOUGHTS.
    BLESSINGS
    debbie

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  42. Happy Pink Saturday to you...Love the pink crown...and LOL..I am with you...No goodies in heaven...I'm really going to think that one over! Perhaps in my last will and testiment I shall request that before everyone passes by for the last goodbye that they deposit SOMETHING chocolate...I've been working on getting to heaven for alot of years...why ruin it now I guess...I'll just pack properly for the trip! Lol!

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  43. Cute, cute little crown! I adore those little "puff ball" chickies! I think you should have shared your wrinkle cream moment in RS. We've had far less relevant good news moments in ours. Seriously, it's so much less personal to hear that your sister-in-law's cousin's son is going to Outer-belly-button-fuzz on his mission. At least your sisters know you!

    Happy Pink Saturday,
    Robin

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  44. Hey Connie; Happy Pink Saturday!!!

    OH my I loved reading all your thoughts, some were funny and some were just so sweet. I really enjoyed them all.


    Hugs;
    Alaura

    Thanks for taking the time to visit me, and leaving a comment...

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  45. Saw the video earlier... very inspirational; I was in tears.

    I wasn't that mom and Miss Is wasn't that kid, were we? She was rather enjoying herself in your princess castle of a home. And FYI, the pillow is at the head of the bed every single night.

    Camo baby carrier? Cause their cool for those Armed Forces moms and dads. Bet Love Bunny would have loved one of those back in the day! lol

    And for the record, I would've thoroughly enjoyed the wrinkle cream comment! And by the way, what brand to you use? I think I finally need some!

    ~Stacey

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  46. Connie!
    What would I do without you!!
    I love your take on life and find that you are always right on in regards to many subjects.

    I agree with communication being the key to a successfull marriage.
    I heard that interview from that actor and He also said one time that it wsa ok to hit his wife so I wouldnt take any advice that man gave out even if they paid me.
    Think about it when you date someone, how much time you used to spend on the phone talking, you were closer than 2 peas in a pod, but after marriage, couples tend to let things get between them and communication starts to fade as so does the relationship.
    One more thought this principle applys to God as well, if we want to be close to him we must talk to him, not just at meals or when we are in trouble and need him but really talk to him like we would a friend.
    James 4:8 saids "Draw close to God and he will draw close to you!"
    So alot is depending on us.
    thanks for all your help with my blog and most of all your hugs and wonderful advice youve given over the course of time!
    xoxoxox lots of hugs,
    san

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  47. Connie, I see you've been making more of your adorable birdhouses. I have to tell you that I loved the one that I won in your giveaway. You'll have to read the post on my blog. I hope you understand that it went to my perfect little pink princess & she will take great care of it.
    Judy

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  48. Hi Connie!

    You are hilarious! Never mind the pink stuff...I love what you have to say...LOL!

    Deanna :)

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  49. All of what you wrote was so nicely said...and i loved that video..what a great guy..really puts things in perspective...I am of the addage that you can always find something nice to say about someone...I love your honesty Connie...you are a keeper in my book..have a wonderful sunday!
    Gina ;)

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  50. Connie I so enjoyed reading this post. You should have raised your hand in church, would have loved to have seen the reaction! Your creations are wonderful, all frothy and frou frou -y! Rachaelxo

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  51. Oh your creations are just adorable!
    I am just loving the beautiful Valentine's that you received and what a blessing Nick is to the world!

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  52. Loved reading your random thoughts Connie. :) Gorgeous crown from a queen of queens. Happy Belated Pink Saturday! ~ Lynn

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  53. P.S. your pretty cake plate should be on my next blog post. :))

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  54. that is a long thoughts you have! hehehehe and I love your birdhouse.. looks like you've been lots of them.. and the V cards.. very very beautiful.. How I wish we still sending cards like that... have a great day..
    xoxo
    fitty

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  55. Happy belated Pink Saturday my Sweet Lady, you have reduced me to tears watching that clip, what an amazing man he is, it shows me how dam selfish I can be at times. I KNEW you were making a crown but wow what a crown huh. Keep driving at your own pace there are too many who rush through their lives & wonder where the years have gone.

    Have a grat night my Sweet

    Lyn xxx

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  56. I laughed out loud at the "I think my anti wrinkle cream is finally working" !! :-) I woulda shouted that out! Happy Pink Saturday a bit belated, my friend..I enjoyed reading your little quips. You never fail to make me smile or think!

    Love, Angie

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  57. Finally arrived at your blog. It has taken me 4 days to get to everyone. How do you all do it?

    Lovely pink post. Sweet birdhouse and love the vintage Valentines. They don't make them like they used to.

    Thanks for visitng my blog and it's nice to meet you.

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