Pink Saturday - January 31, 2009

My pink contribution for this Pink Saturday is to honor a woman who was an incredible inspiration to all who came in contact with her.  Kay Yow, the Hall of Fame basketball coach who became an inspiring figure while continuing to coach the North Carolina State women’s team during a long battle with cancer, died last Saturday in Cary, N.C. She was 66.  Kay Yow was diagnosed in 1987, and throughout her over two decade fight against breast cancer she touched many.

Many basketball programs honored Kay Yow including her own team
which took the court in pink.  Let us not falter in our ongoing fight the defeat all types of cancer.



A tribute to a wonderful coach.

This week we have one hundred fifty-one (151) participants in Pink Saturday.  Wow!!!  That is another record number of participants.  There are thirteen new participants this week, and you will find them at the bottom of the list.  Let's all take time to welcome them to Pink Saturday.  It seems that so many of us have fun with the color pink.  I hope you are all enjoying this as much as I am.

Please take the time to visit the other participants, and leave them a comment to let them know you stopped by to enjoy their pink.  Pink Saturday is about having fun, and giving us a chance to meet others in the blogging community.  That is why it is important that we get out and visit each other.  I realize there are a lot of participants, and it is time-consuming to visit.  But, you don't have to visit every one all at once - just as you have time over the next few days.  I promise you it is worth the effort because you will not only see lots of pink, you will meet incredibly nice people.  Everyone likes to receive comments on their contributions.  Please refer to my post dated January 8 for more information about Pink Saturday.

Please remember that my reminder e-mail stated I needed your plan for participating today no later than 5 p.m. EST yesterday.  If you don't see your name and link here it is because I did not receive your plan for participating by that time.

I want to thank those of you that take the time to leave me a comment.  I love reading what you all have to say.

Here are our Pink Saturday participants:

• Beverly at How Sweet The Sound
• Jeanne at Backyard Neighbor
• Cami at From The Heart
• Deborah at Pictures, Pots and Pens
• Diane at A Picture Is Worth 1,000 Words
• Heidi at Foxgloves, Fabric and Folly
• Melissa at MCC
• Mo at Mo's Cottage
• Sharron at Vintage Girl At Heart
• Stephanie Angelic Accents
• BJ at Sweet Nothings
• Connie at Living Beautifully
• Deb at Posted From Home
• Fitty at Fitty's Pinky Rose Cottage
• Gabriela at Gabriela Delworth's Blog
• Judy at Vintage To Chic
• Karen at A Scrapbook of Inspiration
• Marina at Only Cute Things
• Mary at Across The Pond
• Shay at Thirty and Holding
• Shirl at Shirl's Rose Cottage
• Jan at Rose Haven
• Lynn at The Vintage Nest
• Nancy at My Crafty Little Page
• Sue at Lagniappe
• Alaura at Cottage Rose
• Carolyn at Wings of Eagles
• Dana at The Stone Rabbit
• Cathi at The Way I See It
• Ann at Anne Fannie's Green Acres
• Betty at She's Sew Pretty
• Debbie at Ribbonwood Cottage
• Ellen at The Happy Wonderer
• Joy at Joy To The Blog
• Heidi at Life in Pink
• Karin at Creative Chaos
• Lorena at Rose Chic Friends
• Amy at My Artful Heart
• Cori at Gingerbread Crumbs & Company
• Glennis at Dove's Today
• Theresa at Take A Sentimental Journey
• Wendy at Pink Slippers
• Lara at Lara's Welt
• Susan at Suzie Button Creations
• Susan at Sweetpea Sue's Cottage
• Angie at Sandals and Daisies
• Bev at Thru Pink Curtains
• Katie at Rose Breeze Boutique
• Melony at Whimsy Daisy
• Bobbi Jo at Its Good To Be Queen
• Becky at Lace and Lures
• Bernideen at Bernideen's Tea Time Blog
• Claudie at Bubblin' Over
  
• Dawn at C & G Designs
• Donna at Party Wishes
• Jessica at The Cozy Kettle
• Ramona at Whatever
• Sally at Smiling Sally
• Stephanie at the Queen of Dreamsz~The Portal to a Vintage Collection and My Creative Journey
• Jennifer at Jennifer's Petal Palace
• Katherinellen at Welcome to Kat's Korner
• Kathy Kat Collects
• Llyn at Llyn M
• Charlotte at Charlotte's Weblog
• Ellen at Sweet Memory Making Mom
• Laurie at Charming Designs
• Linnea at Neabear and B-Daddy's Nest
• Marina at Twice Upon A Time
• Sherrie Sherrie's Stuff
• Susan at Between Naps On The Porch
• Jennifer at Fancy That
• Kris at Vintage Window
• Stephanie at Lulu's Cottage
• Angie at The American Homemaker
• CC at Lace 'n' Ribbon Roses
• Jeanie at The Marmalade Gypsy
• Jenny at The Red Bulletin Board
• Pat at Mille Fiori Favoriti
• Robyn There Is Always Thyme For ....
• Elizabeth at Thoughts from an Evil Overlord
• Gail at In All Thy Ways
• Denise at Hope Tree Studio
• Gina at G Bloom Studio
• Molly at Fleur de Bee
• Shannon at Silver Trappings
• April at The Art Chics
• Erin at Fairie Moon
• Fifi at Fifi Flowers Design Decor
• Plant Buddy at Water Once A Week
• Riet at quiltin 'n stitchin lady
• Vera Seams to Sew and Quilt
• Vikki at Magnolia Memories 08
• Chloe Patricia at Ma Mercerie
• Sondra at The Many Shades of Pink
• Amy at Not Always With Thread
• Ann at Life At Ann's Place
• Lynne at Lynne's Gifts From the Heart
• Syndee at Syndee's Space
• Alice at Singapore My Home
• Jane at Lady Jane's Emporium
• Judy at A Southern Belles Dishes On Decor
• Jil at Say It With A Rose
• Kathleen at Rural Maine Life
• Paula at Alfazema
• Lisa at Pale Pink and Roses
• Sarah at Sarah Bella's
• Tammy at White Iris Designs
• Diane at Four Paws and Co
• Ashley & Caren at kdottie
• Dixie at French Lique, Texas
• Jillian at Jillian's Pages
• Jorgelina at Todas somos reinas
• Judy at French Laundry
• Kathleen at Kathleen Ellis
• Loretta at Short and Sweet
• Lorri at Cute As Pie Cottage
• Lynn at Lady Lynn's Boutique
• Marie at Romance and Relics
• Pamela at Lady Pamela's Cottage
• Robin at Miscellaneous Thoughts ...
• Jenny at Suzanna's Antiques
• Lana at Showers of Blessings
• Lynda at Lonestar Lady
• Mary at Contrary Mary
• Mary at Isabella's Closet
• Mimi at Our Family Attic
• Sandi at Rose Chintz Cottage & Inspiration
• Sheri at Prim Rose Hill Studio
• Tam at The Gypsy's Corner
• CC Catherine at Catherine de the Cups
• Jane at Blondie's Journal
• Katherine at Lady Katherine Tea Parlor
• Kim at A New Day Dawning
• Koleen at Angels, Rabbits and Roses
• Minnie at From Pennsyltucky
• Shari at Plays With Paper
• Sheila at The Quintessential Magpie
• Betty at Daydreamn World
• Deanna at Timeless Things
• Debbie at There's An Angel On My Front Porch
• Elaine at Cafe Chatelaine
• Gina at Purdy Wallcovering
• Jennifer at sit-n-chat
• Linda at Linda's Chatty Blog
• Loretta at House of Houben
• Marian at That Shabby Pink Girl
• Paula at Grandmas Have Fun Too
• Rose at Sugarplum Cottage
• Sandi at Wayside Treasures
• Sandy at Romantique Inspirations
• Terri at DaVinci's Classroom

I hope everyone has fun with Pink Saturday.  Even if you couldn't participate today, be sure to go visit those who did, and leave them a comment so they will know you visited.

Get Pink !!!

It's not just a color, it's an attitude.

You are welcome to use the Pink Saturday button to display on your blog.  I've been spotting it on quite a few of your blogs.  Do you have yours yet?  Our numbers are growing. 

Pink Saturday girls are fun.

Comments

[Mimi]

IMHO, this Saturday you, my dear, chose the PERFECT PINK for today. Thanks so much.

[Lara]

this is always a good cause to fight for!

[Linda Pepa]

I've added your Pink Saturday link to my blog also, I realize I am too late for this weeks list posting but thought I would let you know anyways. Thanks!
Linda

[sharron]

What a wonderful tribute to honor such an amzing woman who touched so many!!
Thanks much for all of your hard work and fo r your wonderful posts!!!
Have a wonderfully Pink Day!!

[Sheila]

Good Morning, Beverly! I loved this post, and I hope that you have a particularly Happy Pink Saturday!

Thanks for hosting us!

XO,

Sheila :-)

[CrossRoads]

I remember, Yow gave a long and inspirational battle with breast cancer. I do appreciate you're such a bridge to go on sharing with us an inspiring figure like Yow. She touched so many and will most definitely be missed.

[CC]

What an inspiring lady!! Thank you so much for posting about her..she touched so many..

[Sherrie]

Hi Beverly,
Sorry I didn't get my email sent to you. It has been a crazy week at work. I have posted my Pink Saturday if anyone wants to take a look. Have a great day!

Sherrie

[Mary IsabellasCloset]

Beverly good morning, What a lovely tribute... Yow was such a wonderful woman and will be is sadly missed.
I have so many friends fighting breast cancer. What a devastating disease this is.
Happy "Pink Saturday" ~Mary~ :-} IsabellasCloset

[Bo]

What a wonderful tribute for Pink Saturday...and what an inspiring lady she was. ;-) Bo

[Jorgelina]

Happy pink saturday!!!!!!
What a lovely tribute.
Hugs

[Mary]

What a wonderful tribute to a woman that obviously was such an inspiration to so many. A wonderful Pink Saturday choice...Mary

[kris]

Beverly, You defintely chose the perfect PINK Saturday post. Thank you for sharing and thanks for hosting this each Saturday.

Happy PS

Kris

[PlantBuddy]

Hi Beverly,
I have a Pink Saturday Posting on my blog, but you forgot to put me on the list. (I did e-mail you on Thurs). Hope to get some visitors. I will visit them.

[jeanne]

Good morning my Beverly. This post is such a nice tribute to a wonderful coach. I didn't know she passed away. She did touch many lives and proved to the world that a woman can be a darned good coach. I love the girls uniforms. GO PINK!!

Love you today an always my dear friend...SJV

[PlantBuddy]

Hi Beverly, disregard my previous. I found it. Wow, there are so many this Saturday!!

[Terri Steffes]

Good morning, Beverly! I hope it isn't too early to tell you, but I would like to participate in Pink Saturday next week. It will be my first time!

[DeeLight]

What a terrific Pink Post, and what an inspiration. Thanks for sharing.

[karen cox]

Thank you Bev for hosting another wonderful Pink Saturday. You have painted a beautiful tribute to a wonderful coach. When someone mentions breast cancer, women stop. No matter if we know the person or not, we are all connected. I hope you have a lovely weekend and a Happy Pink Saturday.
Karen

[ellen b]

Hi Beverly! What a wonderful tribute your post is today to coach Yow. I'm sure she'll be missed by many. Today is my last Pink Saturday. Saturdays are a very hard day for me to blog and I had to come up with this hard decision to quit this very fun meme. I've enjoyed all the Pink ladies and getting to know you a little. I hope to see you around during the week instead of on the weekend :0)
Blessings!!

[Gabriela Delworth]

Happy Pink Saturday!

This is a very inspirational pink post.

~ Gabriela ~

[Nancy]

I hadn't seen this and it is truly inspiring. Thanks for sharing it with us. Great post. Have a wonderful, wonderful day.....:)Nancy

[Sandi]

Hi Beverly,
What a lovely tribute to the coach! I lost my best friend to breast cancer and I happened to mention it in my post this week. These were courageous ladies! Happy Pink Saturday!

Blessings,
Sandi

[bj]

What a great, meaningful Pink post ...I just saw a tribute to her on tv last week...before she died. I didn't realize that she had passed away.
Your Pink Saturday post is going to help bring the awareness of the importance of being checked often for this dreaded disease.
Have a happy pink day,
xo bj

[Diane@A Picture is worth....]

Hi Beverly,
She was an inspiration to all women especially those who have breast cancer.

I think your post was a wonderful tribute to her.

Be sure and visit me...I'm having a pink give away!

Happy Pink Saturday!

[gbloom studio]

What an amazing Lady! Thanks for sharing such an incredible story!
Gina

[Sandi]

What an inspirational post! Happy Pink Saturday!
Blessings!

[Deb]

What an inspiring lady to post about for Pink Saturday! Beautiful tribute Beverly.

[dana]

Good Morning Beverly--what a beautiful post. Kay was a great basketball coach and a true inspiration--to her teams over the years and to women in general. She certainly fought her health battle for a long time--all the way with strength and style. I just teared up when I saw everyone in their pink!

And speaking of PINK---wow!! anther PS Record! AND let's give a Shout Out to Type Pad for working for us! :)

Have a great day. Dana

[Jenny S]

Thank you! I posted about Kay on Sunday after she passed! I had the honor of working with her through The Jimmy V Foundation and she was a special lady who will be missed!

[Shari Replogle/ plays with paper]

Good Morning Beverly , and happy "Pink Saturday" to you.
Very inspiring post.
Hope you have a wonderful day.
~Shari

[Lisa]

What an amazing tribute to an awesome woman. Thanks for sharing the pictures and story with us.

Happy Pink Saturday!

Lisa

[melissa]

What a beautiful post, Beverly. Such an inspiration. I have had many friends battle breast cancer, so this especially touches me!

Have a wonderful weekend.

melissa

[Sally]

What a beautiful tribute to a true fighter. Thanks for sharing. Happy Pink Saturday!

[lynne (lynnesgiftsfromtheheart)]

Good morning Beverly, What a beautiful post and tribute..Thanks again for hosting another record setting Pink Saturday.. hugs ~lynne~

[Amy]

Hi Beverly :)

What a touching pink tribute....Thanks for sharing this!

Have a great Pink weekend.

Amy

[g]

Wonderful tribute, Beverly!

[White Iris Designs]

Great tribute & wonderful Pink Saturday post...sorry I forgot to reply for this week...I am participating though!!

[Bobbi Jo Nichols]

Great cause to support and fight for.
I LOVE the sneakers. Too fun! Happy Pink Saturday. Hugs, Bobbi Jo

[Connie]

Happy PS, Beverly. What a tribute to such a wonderful woman. And they are all wearing pink, chickee! Sad day when we loose anyone so young..........
Smooches,
Connie

[Llyn]

Heartfelt tribute, Beverly. Hope those girls get to keep and wear their pink uniforms.

[claudie]

Perfect Pink Post. i think she would have been so proud of all our girls cheering her team on, and of course all of us here on PINK SATURDAY. Ra ra ra
Love Claudie from the now BUBBLIN' OVER
xoxo

[Lana]

What a lovely tribute to Kay Yow. We're all basketball fans here so we caught all the coverage. I love that her team work pink in their most recent game. I HATE cancer and pray for a cure.

Blessings, Lana

[Kathleen Ellis]

What a lovely tribute...Happy PINK Saturday!
;-D

[marina]

Great, great post, Beverly! Thank you.
Those uniforms look so good they should wear them all the time :-)

happy pink saturday!

[Shelly]

I've added your Pink Saturday link to my blog also, I realize I am too late for this weeks list posting but thought I would let you know anyways. Thanks!
~Shelly~

[Koleen]

What a wonderful tribute to an amazing lady! Love those pink uniforms!

[Dixie]

beautiful pink posts... the power of PINK!

so much pink, so little time! aaarrrgggghhhh!

hugs. Dixie

[Suzie Button]

A lovely post, Beverly! I loved how the team sported pink in honor! The battle against breast cancer continues...
Happy Pink Saturday! Suzie

[Donna Collins]

What a fabulous post and wonderful tribute to an amazing woman! Thank you so much for sharing and being such a gracious hostess, once again! Happy Pink Saturday!

[Betty @ She's Sew Pretty]

Thank you for sharing this Beverly. What a wonderful tribute. I had a very good friend die from breast cancer. I will see her son tomorrow. It is always so sad to see him and know how much his mom treasured him.

[Bernideen's Tea Time Blog]

Yes - a fabulous post! A woman of great strength and an inspiration to all.

[Robyn]

150! That's incredible! Thanks for organizing this fun event! ~ Robyn

[Lynda]

What a beautiful tribute, Beverly!

Thank you again, for hosting yet another successful 'Pink Saturday'!

[Lady Katherine]

Such a lovely tribute to a lady that gave it her all! Such an inspiration. Thank you for hosting Pink Saturday. Such a great day of pink.

[Katie]

Happy Pink Saturday! Wonderful post!

[Kathy]

I love this pink post, very touching. Thank you so much.
Kathy

[Loretta]

Very touching post today....thank you for sharing.
Loretta

[Virginia]

Wow!!! One hundred fifty participants in Pink Saturday. Sorry I missed, but I'll try visiting some of them. Yours is a very inspirational post.
Blessings,
Virginia :)

[RobinfromCA]

This is the perfect pink post today. What a great tribute to this lovely lady.

[Katherinellen]

Beautiful Pink Tribute for your Pink Saturday. Happy Pink Saturday! Beautiful Post...Katherinellen

[Ramona]

What an amazing pink tribute to a terrific woman! How COOL! :)

[Stephanie]

A beautiful tribute to a courageous lady!

Happy Pink Saturday!

Big TX Hugs,
Stephanie
Angelic Accents

[Kathleen]

What a wonderful tribute. THanks for hosting the pinkness! Hugs, Kathleen

[Susan]

What a sweet post...love all the pink uniforms...so sorry she lost her battle with cancer but she certainly inspired a lot of people. 150 participants...WOW! :-) Susan

[Lynn@thevintagenest]

Wow! Wow! A double WOW Beverly for your post today.....one for the fabulous tribute you did (I didn't know they wore pink uniforms...is that awesome or what?) and one for all the new pink Saturday participants and all the others. xo Lynn

[Pat]

HI Beverly
I did a pink saturday post today but I don't see my name on your list? It's ok -- I'm pretty sure I replied to your e-mail, but you must get so many replies it's easy to miss one. I saw the bio of Kay yow on the news --she was an inspiration! So sad she lost her long abttle with breat cancer. Hugs, Pat

[Alauar Parrish]

Hey Beverly; Happy Pink Saturday. How wonderful it is to see how much Pink Saturday is going. You did such a lovely tribute to a amazing Woman I do remember seeing some of her games on TV. How great of them to honor her in such a great way.

Hugs;
Alaura

[Sandra~RomantiqueInspirations~]

Thank you for posting a great tribute to Kay Yow, and thank you for having Pink Saturday. This is my first time, and already has been a wonderful experience. I'm so looking forward to many more.. PINK is something us girls can't get enough of!

[Diane (Four Paws & Co)]

Happy Pink Saturday Beverly! I loved your post! Thank you for sharing! ♥ Diane

[Theresa@TakeASentimental Journey]

Good post Beverly.She sounded like an amazing lady.

[Betty]

What a wonderful tribute!

[Angie]

What a beautiful tribute to a beautiful woman! The roses on the chair really made me cry...I am sure she will always be remembered. I want to congratulate you on the success of Pink Saturday..I am sure you are just thrilled! Thanks so much..I have met so many wonderful ladies through Pink Saturday!

[gina]

What a great tribute. Love the pink uniforms Happy Pink Saturday.

[Jane]

Beverly,
What a sweet post for PS and tribute to a special person. I love how all the girls on the team wear pink. It also makes me think that "pink" is not just our little word for all things cute & romantic, it is a color that represents our fight against breast cancer and so "pink" also stands for strength and resilience.
Thank you so much for hosting & sharing in PS!

xoxo
Jane

[Shirl Hubbs]

Hi Beverly, Happy Pink Saturday! A very nice tribute!
Bless You, Shirl
Shirls Rose Cottage

[Elaine]

Beautifully done! I heard a news story about this woman- she was an incredible lady. I lost an incredible lady in my life to breast cancer in 2006 and I run a charity bake sale for the Susan Komen Fund in her honor annually. In 3 years we've raised $10,000 for the cause.

Thank you for welcoming me into your Pink Saturday group. I am really enjoying it and I never had so many comments on my blog.

Til next Saturday!

[Elizabeth]

Wonderful post about Coach Yow. Even though I am in the Northeast, I know of her through my mom, a 2-time breast cancer survivor, and more importantly, a rabid women's basketball fan!

[Linda Pepa]

Thanks for adding me, Beverly. I am not sure where to email you like you had requested on the comment form....can you tell I am very new at this?? LOL Your blog is great, by the way. You can find me at alohalinda2002@hotmail.com for the info you wanted to send! Thanks again for letting me join in!
Linda

[Kandy]

Thank you for the advice...its ok that u missed me...I love your post!

[Loretta]

Thanks for hosting this Pink Saturday and allowing me to join in the fun! It was a blast, but it will take me a long time to get around to visiting everyone! But their blogs are all so nice. Happy Pink Day!

[fitty]

Happy PS and thank you for hosting another long list of pinky ladies party.. and thank you for sharing this wonderful tribute with us.. have a great day Beverly
xo
fitty

[becky]

Good morning Beverly,
That was a lovely tribute to an amazing woman. Coaches has such a wonderful influence on lives and I am certain that those girls will forever remember her. What a legacy.
Hope you are doing well. I enjoyed your Sunday post as well.
Have a wonderful week
Becky

[Chloe Patricia]

Beverly - tank you for hosting Pink Saturday this weekend and thank you for sharing the post regarding fabulous woman. Chloe Patricia

[kay]

I praise your site. And I praise your faith. I lift you up in praise for all of the wonderful gestures you make for this world to be a better place to live. Power to the PinkS!

[Judi]

Happy Belated Pink Saturday Beverly
Oh my you certainly have given us all something to do on Saturdays...all Saturday long..*s*. The numbers are really going up! I'm sorry I missed it this week.
This is a lovely post. What a tribute to the coach. Heart warming. Love all about the pink.
Hope you are having a great day.
Judi

[Mo...Mo's Cottage]

Hi Beverly,
I am a bit late with my Pink Saturday visit..had some of my grand children for sleep over and you know how that goes not one minute to myself.....I love that the team honored her with the pink....have a wonderful day...
Mo :-)

[Queen of Dreamsz at dream kingdom]

Hello Beverly, Happy Pink to you. :0)
I reluctantly returned from the mountains
late yesterday. Thank you for visiting me
for Pink Saturday. I love this event so much...
funny how something can take hold of you..the
color pink took hold of me as you know when I started
collecting the vintage fabric years ago. So now
the color and the attitude that goes with it
is a necessary part of each week...LOL :0)

Have a grand week,
Stephanie
Queen of Dreamsz

[Queen of Dreamsz at dream kingdom]

It's me again!! What a mind of mud I have!!
Had all this stuff to say then didn't say all of it.
The tribute is wonderful and it's so nice to see
the spirit of the people and how they honored this
wonderful woman. I know she influenced the lives of
so many young women. She will be missed greatly but will
continue to be a mentor for many (in spirit).

[marina capano]

Happy belated Pink Saturday!

These photos are fantastic.

xoxo from Argentian beach

[~CC Catherine]

Lovely dedication to this precious woman! Her life was a tremendous impact on many, that is for sure! Pink Saturday certainly was a perfect place to pay tribute to her! ~CC Catherine

[Fleur de Bee]

I was positive I was the FIRST comment again HAHA! Somehow when I comment to Typepad people it doesn't like my comments I am noticing. I have visited so many people off the list I have gone back and now noticed have not recieved my comments, including you Beverly! I am sorry! How strange!

Anyway I wanted to tell you that your post was very inspiring and very uplifting to read!

Thank you again for hosting! It is always fun to see everyones post each Sat!

xo Molly

[suesue]

what a great inspiration!! i had a younger sister who passed from breast cancer last march. she fought hard for 7 years with stage 4. thanks for sharing and thank you for all the pink happiness!! suesue