Tickled Pink No. 18

What does it mean to be Tickled Pink?

"The tickling pink concept is of enjoyment great enough

to make the recipient glow with pleasure ."

-The Phrase  Finder

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I am tickled pink because... 
well, honestly, I am back and forth between being tickled anything...
My son has started school and is happy - that tickles me pink.
I have found a new preschool for my daughter - that tickles me pink.
I had a great trip to Los Angeles - that ALWAYS tickles me pink.
{I did not get to see everyone, so no tickle there!} 
We had a fabulous back-to-school beach bonfire with friends  - that tickles me pink.
The book is coming along - that tickles me pink.
I hope to watch Project Runway and go to bed at a reasonable hour tonight  - that will tickle my family pink! They do not like tired crabby mommy!
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A BIG thanks!
The wonderful and supportive comments when I decided to take a brief break really made my day. You all are wonderful - that tickles me pink! am still working my way through all of your wonderful visits!
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On another note...
This week was also touched by - or filled with - sadness over the all too soon passing of Bumpkin on a Swing. Some people do not understand why I blog or why anyone blogs, much less how people can establish relationships like this. Well, they can and do, and it is real. My continued thoughts and prayers are with Lisa's Captain, family, and friends.

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Tickled Pink No. 18!
Don't be shy! 
Nominate a  product/person/idea/recipe/your own blog to be featured, 
click HERE or simply email me! 

It is cool  to nominate yourself! I am only one person and blogland is ginormous... 

I would love your input...I know there are amazing finds out there that I have not seen!

NOW...Link up...

a craft...a recipe...a tip...a party...a short  story...a poem...a fashion find...
a  favorite product...your favorite post...whatever makes your blog  fabulous.
You get the idea, right? 
Guess what? You post does not have to be PINK!!

This day is about stuff we {heart}  from our own blogs or from others. 
Click HERE for the "I've Been Tickled Pink" featured button.
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NOW...on to BUSINESS! 

style, substance, and inspiration
less is more
bake for a cause
fun finds 
SPOTLIGHT

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style, substance, and inspiration
from Moore Minutes

  I met Lisa at Moore Minutes a few months ago and fell in LOVE instantly. It all began with her summertime picnic. I knew I needed to see more...and she does not disappoint at all...ever! She plans parties, designs tablescapes, DIY's, and the love for what she does and her family shines through in all of it.

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Her parties are to-die-for. Along with the beautiful aforementioned picnic is this Classic Boy Campout Party that Lisa put on for her son's birthday. You have to see the details, planning, and fun that this party is all about. For another birthday, a spy-themed shindig was in order.

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Her dining room transformation is fabulous...and not only is is fabulous, but I think this is why I can relate to her...Lisa states, "I was instantly consumed with the desire to transform my dining room! And if you know me, once I get "instantly consumed", I can't stop until it's accomplished." My kind of lady!

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Even her kitchen cabinets are gorgeous - the insides no less!

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Yes, it is true...don't freak out, but Thanksgiving is just around the corner. Take a peek at Lisa's Thanksgiving Table...and a kid's table too! Some really fabulous ideas await! 

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And, since I have already freaked you out about Thanksgiving...I'll keep going...Christmas is coming. Who doesn't love a pretty Christmas cookie?

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If you have not paid Lisa a visit, go knock on her door and say hi and be prepared to be inspired by her sense of style.

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A little reminder with a big message from Kludgy Mom

Do you do it...do you get caught up in it? I know I do. I am perfectly happy, have a home, a car, kids, dog, etc. but find myself getting caught up in the "more is more" mindset.

Here is Kludgy Mom's reminder that Less is More.

I read this a few weeks ago and the timing {for me} was perfect. The post has stuck with me and I really wanted to share it with you. 

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For something a little less serious, I got quite a kick out of her take on Unrequited Blog Love. I am sure this is a feeling many of us can relate to!

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My son is always designing a new, unusual, test-my skills concoction...and because all super moms try to make their kids happy...Check out Kludgy Mom's beautiful rainbow cake for her Little CEO! I could so relate to this post!

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If you have not visited her, you are missing out.

Today is Friday Flip Offs - it's a hoot! Go and vent!

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 While perusing the Internet, I saw this on the only and only Amy Atlas's blog. Icing Smiles is a non profit organization whose "mission is to provided critically ill children and their siblings with an exquisite custom celebration cake. We understand how hard it is for these families to create normal childhood memories. We want to provide them with an escape from the medical world and leave them with an Icing Smile."

They are currently up for a 25K grant from Pepsi...but they need your vote 

I voted...it is so simple. Please go vote and make a child's {birth}day!

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SPOTLIGHT

YOU ARE MAKING THIS DIFFICULT! IN A GOOD WAY!

I have a hard time choosing...I am trying to give everyone their spotlight...but man here is so much good stuff on this linky...certain things just catch my eye at certain times!
A big huge-a-licious THANK YOU for all who have participated and visited and picked up the blog hop on their blogs. I  am so enjoying visiting your links and seeing what Tickles You Pink! Who will be in the SPOTLIGHT next week? 

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I am a huge fan of natural remedies and products.

Check out some cool beauty do's with cucumbers from 

Your Work is to Discover Your World!

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Oh how I want a chandelier!
After seeing Impatiently Praying for Patience

chandy redo's I am back out on the hunt.
{OK, I have continuously been on the hunt w/o success}

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I love new takes on wreaths.

Check out The Diary of Dave's Wife for this super-cute version.

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Great idea! I always need help getting and staying organized!

6 inches of Ribbon's craft caddy

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Who doesn't need alone time?

Over at The Thrifty Groove she knows how to do it!

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I am just a sucker for the sparkles and French inspiration. I adore the
Vintage French Glittered Clothespins from My Shabby Chateau.

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I am not a monkey girl, but my daughter is. She would love these!
Monkey Cupcakes at Girl in Air.

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Gingerbread + S'mores! Need I say more!

Flamingo Toes Gingerbread S'mores Cake!

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Super cute...and oh-so manly!

Football Lampshade at Lolly Jane

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A pretty piece of art that makes you sing from The Paisley Cupcake

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A fab idea with big impact for a fraction of the cost - score! 
FAB floor candlestick holders from This Home of Ours.

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Oh how we love blueberries! Red Couch Recipes
shares a recipe for blueberry soup and a super cute book.

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My camera goes everywhere with me now - never miss a {bloggy} moment! I need to dress it up. Fun camera strap from Mummy Crafts.

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Just simply beautiful shirt embroidery from Creative Mind

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Can a chalkboard be too big...I think not!
3 Sun-Kissed Boys gives us - a BIG chalkboard

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SEASON 2 of

Win, Lose or Blog

is coming!

Apply HERE!
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Thanks for linking to Tickled Pink a couple weeks ago...

I took a little (unexpected break) but I am back!

Who won the last giveaway....drum roll please.....

Malia of Yesterday on Tuesday

{if you want to know how I pick these...I scientifically ask my son for a number between 1 and however many comments there are. So technical!} 

You may notice I made a boo-boo about my deadline last week...OOPS!

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This week's giveaway is...

Hope it tickles you pink! 

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There is ONE way to enter! 

--Entry No. 1 {required}: 

*You need to be a follower of 504 Main {some of you may want to double-check if you are tyring to enter} AND

*You need to leave a relevant comment about at least one feature!!!!

Contest begins on 8/12/10 and closes Thursday, 8/19/10 at 11:59 p.m. EST 
The  winner will be announced on Friday 8/20/10.

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Happy Friday!
 I know everyone is super busy right now!

Thanks for taking the time to link up!

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