How Sweet The Sound

Another Puzzle Friday

More fun for those that are game.

My time was 4:07.

Come on and play.

Hmm, Dessert

Here it is Thursday, and I have to answer my question from yesterday.  I'm going to have to start giving my questions more thought now that I am answering them, too.

My dilemma is that I am really not much of a dessert person.  Of course, there are desserts that I think taste good, but most are just too sweet for me to want more than one or two bites.

Sometime I might want a taste of flan (yummy) or a taste of homemade German's chocolate cake (my mother used to bake this, and it was delicious), or even some tres leches.  But, again one or two bites on rare occasion is more than enough for me.

So, what is my very favorite taste of something sweet?




Mango

Yes, my favorite taste of sweetness is mango.  I love them.  We had a mango tree in our backyard when I was a kid.  Give me a mango, and I'll be happy forever.

What's My Question Wednesday

My question for today is ...


If you could have any dessert you wanted,


what would you choose



Would it be ice cream, pie, cake, cookies, doughnuts, tarts?

Are you hungry yet?

Tell us what your favorite dessert is.

Chillin'

I'm very happy and busy playing in my new room.  I put on some of my favorite music, and played.  I hope you enjoy this, too.

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And, please be certain to come back tomorrow for

What's My Question Wednesday



I love What's My Question Wednesday.  It is so interesting to read each of your perspectives on my question of the week.  I hope you will begin to come by and take the time to answer my question.  You will enjoy reading the other responses, too.

The Metamorphosis Of My Office/Scraproom

Today I am participating in Susan's Metamorphosis Monday at

Between Naps On The Porch.

You know I have been busy remodeling my office/scraproom.  I just about have everything put away, and I am ready to show you some pictures.

The first pictures are the before look.  The room wasn't bad, but it wasn't very functional.  I had some furniture which was had been in our son's den when he still lived at home, plus several odd and end pieces from around the house.  Everything had a place, but it didn't really work efficiently.  These pictures were made about four years ago, and I had added four more years worth of "stuff".

I had been wanting to redo this room for several years, and had plenty of time to think about how I wanted it to work.

This section was where I had my paper, pictures, albums, books - and you name it.

This was a view of the opposite side of the room.  I had my printers and scanner on this side.  As you can see, the printers were near the floor, and they were not easily accessible.



Here was a view of my desk.  It was even more filled than usual in this picture because I had my birthday cards placed.  Additionally, I had a rolling card under the desk crammed full of supplies.

 

Now, for the new views.  The work space is in a u-configuration.  This side of the room is where my cable connection is, and I planned so I could have my computer and printers/scanners/network connectin on the same side.



This is my open work surface area.  The window looks out on our rose garden.



This side has drawers that hold stamps, inks, paint and other stuff.  I had file drawers added so we could eliminate a file cabinet we had in a cubby in the hall.



A closer view.  We had a box built to sit on the back of this counter.  It conceals all of the cords, and gives me a place to keep my jars of ribbons.



The tilt-bins are so handy for small things like eyelets, clips, beads, etc.  I added a vase of fresh flowers in celebration of my new space.



I especially wanted open counter here for my paper cutters.

 

This is the cubby in the hall where we had a file cabinet.  My husband built these shelves in this space to hold my cardstock.  I think he did a fantastic job.




I hope you enjoyed seeing my "new" space.  I am loving it.  And, many thanks to my husband and son for helping me with the breakdown and setup of the room.

Jesus Paid It All

Please visit Spiritual Sunday to fill your heart with joy.

Elvina M. Hall's mind was wandering one day during a church service in 1865.  She was at the Sunday morning Service at Monument Street Methodist Church in Baltimore, Maryland.  She doodled the words to this hymn on the front flap of her hymnal.

The poem fell into the hands of John T. Grape who was the church organist.  The church was being renovated, and the organ has been taken to his home for safekeeping.  He composed the music.  Through the years, this hymn has been a great theme of redemption.

Pink Saturday - August15, 2009

Happy Pink Saturday!

I thought I would share with you a few of the responses I received about why everyone thinks the commenting is down.

• Most of you think it is because it is summer, and so many people are busy having fun.

• The number one comment I received is that so many people have blogs that will not allow those commenting to leave their name/url.  Unless you have a blogger profile, the blog owner will not be able to find their way back to you.  Many participants requested that blogger users consider setting their blogs to allow that option.

• Another thing that people say consumes time is having to use the verification codes required when leaving comments on many blogs.  I am going to turn that feature off on my blog, and see how things go.

• One thing that upsets people is listed participants never putting up a "pink" post.  Several people suggested that I remove the name from the list when I find out they didn't post.  I understand the frustration of repeatedly visiting and finding no post, but I can't commit the time that would be required for me to monitor participants.

• Some of you say you try to visit everyone's post some time during the week, many say they only visit the ones that visit them and their favorites, and some say they hardly visit at all but they enjoy posting and reading.

So there you go - we are all different.  One piece of advice I can give to new bloggers and/or new participants is that it takes an effort to build blogging relationships.  You have to get out and visit to build a following.

And, most importantly, Pink Saturday is about having fun.  This is a guilt-free event.  Visit and leave comments in a way that is both considerate and works for your situation.  I know I used to visit every participant every week, but I just can't do it anymore.  Have fun!

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This week I would like to offer each of you a simple challenge.  Visit at least one blog that you have never visited before.  Then next Saturday include that blog and a link in your post.  We all do this on occasion.  It is just a matter of introducing someone new to your followers.  What do you think?  Let's give it a try.

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My pink contribution for this Pink Saturday is sweet, pink Becky and her teddy bear.  Becky is another piece of my small collection of Dresden figurines.  Becky is 4 1/2 inches tall, and she lives in an antique oak side-by-side in our master bedroom.  She has other Dresden figures that keep a watchful eye on her.  I wonder if one of them is her mother?  My sweet mother gave Becky to me many years ago.

This week we have one hundred seventy-one (171) participants in Pink Saturday.  There are thirteen new participants, and you will find them at the bottom of the list.  Let's all take time to welcome them to Pink Saturday.  The participants are listed in the order in which they began participating.

Please take the time to visit other participants, and leave 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.  I promise you it is worth the effort because you will not only see lots of pink, you will meet incredibly nice and talented people.  Please refer to my post dated January 8 for more information about Pink Saturday.

Remember that my reminder e-mail stated I needed your plan for participating today no later than 8 a.m. EST Friday.  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
*Heidi at Foxgloves, Fabrics and Folly!!
*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
*Shirl at Shirl's Rose Cottage
*Kari & Kijsa at Kari & Kijsa
*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
*M at Tales From An O.C. Cottage

*Glennis at Doves Today
*Wendy at Pink Slippers
*Melissa at Cottage Bliss
*Susan at Suzie Button Creations
*Bev at Thru Pink Curtains
*Patricia at Coquettish Fleur
*Bernideen at Bernideen's Tea Time Blog
*Dawn at C & G Designs
*Bette at Crafty Mammie
*Sally at Smiling Sally

*Stephanie at ~Dream Kingdom Designs
*Jennifer at Jennifer's Petal Palace
*Katherinellen at Welcome to Kat's Korner
*Joyce at Brookside Cottage
*Laurie at Charming Designs
*Linnea at Neabear's Sewing and Craft Mess
*Susan at Between Naps On The Porch
*CC at Lace 'n' Ribbon Roses
*Debbie at Quilts Galore and More
*Jeanie at The Marmalade Gyspy

*Jenny at The Red Bulletin Board
*Robyn There Is Always Thyme For ....
*Elizabeth at Thoughts from an Evil Overlord
*Judi at Cranberry Blossom
*Molly at Fleur de Bee
*Patty at Magpie's Nest
*Erin at Fairie Moon
*Fifi at Fifi Flowers Design Decor - she's having a giveaway
*Mary at Seashore Days
*Riet at quiltin 'n stitchin lady

*Vera Seams to Sew and Quilt
*Lynne at Lynne's Gifts From The Heart
*Jane at Lady Jane's
*Esther at Shabby Cottage Collectibles
*Paula at Alfazema
*Lisa at Pale Pink and Roses
*Sarah at Sarah Bella's
*Caren at kdottie
*Jillian at Bella Rosa Antiques
*Jorgelina at Todas somos reinas

*Judy at French Laundry
*Robin at Miscellaneous Thoughts ...
*Jenny at Suzanna's Antiques
*Mimi at Our Family Attic
*Sandi at Rose Chintz Cottage & Inspirations
*Sheri at Prim Rose Hill Studio
*Gina at Purdy Wallcovering
*Linda at Linda's Chatty Blog
*Marian at That Shabby Pink Girl
*Debbie at Mermaids of the Lake

*Joyce at Light and Voices
*Charlotte at Someplace in Thyme
*Helene at d'Encre et de Couleurs
*Jill at Bailiwick Designs
*Sandra at Cottage Dreamer
*Sherry at Creations From My Heart
*Deb at Vintage Soul
*Molly at Molly's Country Memories
*Barbara at Purple Goat Lady
*Claudia at Mockingbird Hill Cottage

*Kathy at Life In The Slow Lane
*Li at MyThoughts MyVoice
*Susie at 1st Floor Flat
*Betzie at Time Enough
*Dru at Garden of Dreams
*LaVerne at Riverside Studios
*Shirley at Plum Bush Cottage
*Christine at Christine's Home and Travel Adventures
*Rini at Catharina's Love
*Denise at Couture de Papier

*Lisa at pupylov - she's having a giveaway
*Spencer at Bellamere Cottage
*Sares at Loveleigh Treasures
*Sonia at Vintage Rose Designs
*LillySue at A Peace Of Bliss
*Tammy at Ma Maison
*Carrie at The Art and Flair Of Being Domestic
*Vickie at Visuals By Vickie
*Beansie at Beansie Babbles
*Leann at The Old Parsonage

*Susan at Thoughts From Over The Rainbow
*AK at The Good Things In Life
*Nikki at Meme's By Me
*Terri at Life With Terri
*Ita at Something To Share
*Jean at Gypsylulu Delights
*Meg at Vintage Garden Home
*Melody at Simply A Joyful Melody
*Michelle at Rosebud Quilting
*Sara at Sara's Fave Photos Blog

*Stefanie at Rose Petals and Rust
*Tracy at A Touch of Grace
*Claudia at Dipity Road
*Tina at Enchanted Rose Studio
*Bea at BEAutiful Bea-musings
*Bunny at The Creative Hare
*Elena at EP Designs
*Jany at Look in the Nook
*Julia at Verdigris Rose
*Kellie at The Artful Paper Doll

*Nerina at NicNacManiac
*Shari at My Cottage of Bliss
*Teresa at Inside the Mind of a MiniMadWoman
*Vicki at Sea Turtle 'Mom'
*Angelika at Angelika Heart Talk
*Ann-Kristin at Sweeter Living
*Bill at Billizetti's World
*Cindy at Fairy Tale Cottage
*Mary at One Perfect Bite
*Regina at Daily Living

*Rita - Cashjocky and "The Old Salt"
*Sherry at Country Wings In Phoenix
*Jeanni at Jeanni's Art
*Leslie at Contented in West Lafayette
*Martha at A Sense of Humor is Essential
*Helene at Helene Flont
*LaVoice at Thoughts from Meme's Corner
*Caroline at Forever Vintage
*Oma Nijn at Oma Nijn's Country Huis
*Valarie at Glittery Daze and Nights

*Amisha at Gorgeous and Fun Things
*Carrie at Noelle Garret Designs
*Chris at Candid Canine
*Joan at Applejack Lane
*Mary at Mary's Tea Cottage
*Peggy at Peggy's Mixed-Up Art!
*The Mixie Pixie at Mixing It Up
*Jewel at Things In Pink
*Pat at The Cottage On The Curve
*Debbie at Dining With Debbie

*Jenn at Bloggerrific!
*Jenny at Pear Tree Studios
*Julie at Working on a Dream
*Vicki at Bunny Cottage
*Ali at Country Girl, City Chic
*Dana at A Cat In My Lap
*Emilie at The Kaiser Family Circus
*Kate and Gina at Rose and Thistle
*Amy at OCD: Obsessive Creative Disorder
*Barbara at Just A Little Zizzy

*Bella at Beauty Does Matter
*Bonnie at Flower Bed
*Carolyn at Aiken House & Gardens
*Charo at Atelier de Charo
*Julia at Drawn to the Sea
*Marie at Lemondrop Vintage
*Perfectly Flawed at For Domestic Goddess Redial
*Ruziyah at My Little Persona
*Sarah at Hyacinths For The Soul
*Slee at Paisley and Pretties

*Val at dottydotty's Blog

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? 

Pink Saturday is fun.

******************************************
And, please be certain to come back for

What's My Question Wednesday



I love What's My Question Wednesday.  It is so interesting to read each of your perspectives on my question of the week.  I hope you will begin to come by and take the time to answer my question.  You will enjoy reading the other responses.

Happy Pink Saturday!

I thought I would share with you a few of the responses I received about why everyone thinks the commenting is down.

• Most of you think it is because it is summer, and so many people are busy having fun.

• The number one comment I received is that so many people have blogs that will not allow those commenting to leave their name/url.  Unless you have a blogger profile, the blog owner will not be able to find their way back to you.  Many participants requested that blogger users consider setting their blogs to allow that option.

• Another thing that people say consumes time is having to use the verification codes required when leaving comments on many blogs.  I am going to turn that feature off on my blog, and see how things go.

• One thing that upsets people is listed participants never putting up a "pink" post.  Several people suggested that I remove the name from the list when I find out they didn't post.  I understand the frustration of repeatedly visiting and finding no post, but I can't commit the time that would be required for me to monitor participants.

• Some of you say you try to visit everyone's post some time during the week, many say they only visit the ones that visit them and their favorites, and some say they hardly visit at all but they enjoy posting and reading.

So there you go - we are all different.  One piece of advice I can give to new bloggers and/or new participants is that it takes an effort to build blogging relationships.  You have to get out and visit to build a following.

And, most importantly, Pink Saturday is about having fun.  This is a guilt-free event.  Visit and leave comments in a way that is both considerate and works for your situation.  I know I used to visit every participant every week, but I just can't do it anymore.  Have fun!

***************************

This week I would like to offer each of you a simple challenge.  Visit at least one blog that you have never visited before.  Then next Saturday include that blog and a link in your post.  We all do this on occasion.  It is just a matter of introducing someone new to your followers.  What do you think?  Let's give it a try.

****************************

My pink contribution for this Pink Saturday is sweet, pink Becky and her teddy bear.  Becky is another piece of my small collection of Dresden figurines.  Becky is 4 1/2 inches tall, and she lives in an antique oak side-by-side in our master bedroom.  She has other Dresden figures that keep a watchful eye on her.  I wonder if one of them is her mother?  My sweet mother gave Becky to me many years ago.

This week we have one hundred seventy-one (171) participants in Pink Saturday.  There are thirteen new participants, and you will find them at the bottom of the list.  Let's all take time to welcome them to Pink Saturday.  The participants are listed in the order in which they began participating.

Please take the time to visit other participants, and leave 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.  I promise you it is worth the effort because you will not only see lots of pink, you will meet incredibly nice and talented people.  Please refer to my post dated January 8 for more information about Pink Saturday.

Remember that my reminder e-mail stated I needed your plan for participating today no later than 8 a.m. EST Friday.  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
*Heidi at Foxgloves, Fabrics and Folly!!
*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
*Shirl at Shirl's Rose Cottage
*Kari & Kijsa at Kari & Kijsa
*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
*M at Tales From An O.C. Cottage

*Glennis at Doves Today
*Wendy at Pink Slippers
*Melissa at Cottage Bliss
*Susan at Suzie Button Creations
*Bev at Thru Pink Curtains
*Patricia at Coquettish Fleur
*Bernideen at Bernideen's Tea Time Blog
*Dawn at C & G Designs
*Bette at Crafty Mammie
*Sally at Smiling Sally

*Stephanie at ~Dream Kingdom Designs
*Jennifer at Jennifer's Petal Palace
*Katherinellen at Welcome to Kat's Korner
*Joyce at Brookside Cottage
*Laurie at Charming Designs
*Linnea at Neabear's Sewing and Craft Mess
*Susan at Between Naps On The Porch
*CC at Lace 'n' Ribbon Roses
*Debbie at Quilts Galore and More
*Jeanie at The Marmalade Gyspy

*Jenny at The Red Bulletin Board
*Robyn There Is Always Thyme For ....
*Elizabeth at Thoughts from an Evil Overlord
*Judi at Cranberry Blossom
*Molly at Fleur de Bee
*Patty at Magpie's Nest
*Erin at Fairie Moon
*Fifi at Fifi Flowers Design Decor - she's having a giveaway
*Mary at Seashore Days
*Riet at quiltin 'n stitchin lady

*Vera Seams to Sew and Quilt
*Lynne at Lynne's Gifts From The Heart
*Jane at Lady Jane's
*Esther at Shabby Cottage Collectibles
*Paula at Alfazema
*Lisa at Pale Pink and Roses
*Sarah at Sarah Bella's
*Caren at kdottie
*Jillian at Bella Rosa Antiques
*Jorgelina at Todas somos reinas

*Judy at French Laundry
*Robin at Miscellaneous Thoughts ...
*Jenny at Suzanna's Antiques
*Mimi at Our Family Attic
*Sandi at Rose Chintz Cottage & Inspirations
*Sheri at Prim Rose Hill Studio
*Gina at Purdy Wallcovering
*Linda at Linda's Chatty Blog
*Marian at That Shabby Pink Girl
*Debbie at Mermaids of the Lake

*Joyce at Light and Voices
*Charlotte at Someplace in Thyme
*Helene at d'Encre et de Couleurs
*Jill at Bailiwick Designs
*Sandra at Cottage Dreamer
*Sherry at Creations From My Heart
*Deb at Vintage Soul
*Molly at Molly's Country Memories
*Barbara at Purple Goat Lady
*Claudia at Mockingbird Hill Cottage

*Kathy at Life In The Slow Lane
*Li at MyThoughts MyVoice
*Susie at 1st Floor Flat
*Betzie at Time Enough
*Dru at Garden of Dreams
*LaVerne at Riverside Studios
*Shirley at Plum Bush Cottage
*Christine at Christine's Home and Travel Adventures
*Rini at Catharina's Love
*Denise at Couture de Papier

*Lisa at pupylov - she's having a giveaway
*Spencer at Bellamere Cottage
*Sares at Loveleigh Treasures
*Sonia at Vintage Rose Designs
*LillySue at A Peace Of Bliss
*Tammy at Ma Maison
*Carrie at The Art and Flair Of Being Domestic
*Vickie at Visuals By Vickie
*Beansie at Beansie Babbles
*Leann at The Old Parsonage

*Susan at Thoughts From Over The Rainbow
*AK at The Good Things In Life
*Nikki at Meme's By Me
*Terri at Life With Terri
*Ita at Something To Share
*Jean at Gypsylulu Delights
*Meg at Vintage Garden Home
*Melody at Simply A Joyful Melody
*Michelle at Rosebud Quilting
*Sara at Sara's Fave Photos Blog

*Stefanie at Rose Petals and Rust
*Tracy at A Touch of Grace
*Claudia at Dipity Road
*Tina at Enchanted Rose Studio
*Bea at BEAutiful Bea-musings
*Bunny at The Creative Hare
*Elena at EP Designs
*Jany at Look in the Nook
*Julia at Verdigris Rose
*Kellie at The Artful Paper Doll

*Nerina at NicNacManiac
*Shari at My Cottage of Bliss
*Teresa at Inside the Mind of a MiniMadWoman
*Vicki at Sea Turtle 'Mom'
*Angelika at Angelika Heart Talk
*Ann-Kristin at Sweeter Living
*Bill at Billizetti's World
*Cindy at Fairy Tale Cottage
*Mary at One Perfect Bite
*Regina at Daily Living

*Rita - Cashjocky and "The Old Salt"
*Sherry at Country Wings In Phoenix
*Jeanni at Jeanni's Art
*Leslie at Contented in West Lafayette
*Martha at A Sense of Humor is Essential
*Helene at Helene Flont
*LaVoice at Thoughts from Meme's Corner
*Caroline at Forever Vintage
*Oma Nijn at Oma Nijn's Country Huis
*Valarie at Glittery Daze and Nights

*Amisha at Gorgeous and Fun Things
*Carrie at Noelle Garret Designs
*Chris at Candid Canine
*Joan at Applejack Lane
*Mary at Mary's Tea Cottage
*Peggy at Peggy's Mixed-Up Art!
*The Mixie Pixie at Mixing It Up
*Jewel at Things In Pink
*Pat at The Cottage On The Curve
*Debbie at Dining With Debbie

*Jenn at Bloggerrific!
*Jenny at Pear Tree Studios
*Julie at Working on a Dream
*Vicki at Bunny Cottage
*Ali at Country Girl, City Chic
*Dana at A Cat In My Lap
*Emilie at The Kaiser Family Circus
*Kate and Gina at Rose and Thistle
*Amy at OCD: Obsessive Creative Disorder
*Barbara at Just A Little Zizzy

*Bella at Beauty Does Matter
*Bonnie at Flower Bed
*Carolyn at Aiken House & Gardens
*Charo at Atelier de Charo
*Julia at Drawn to the Sea
*Marie at Lemondrop Vintage
*Perfectly Flawed at For Domestic Goddess Redial
*Ruziyah at My Little Persona
*Sarah at Hyacinths For The Soul
*Slee at Paisley and Pretties

*Val at dottydotty's Blog

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? 

Pink Saturday is fun.

******************************************
And, please be certain to come back for

What's My Question Wednesday



I love What's My Question Wednesday.  It is so interesting to read each of your perspectives on my question of the week.  I hope you will begin to come by and take the time to answer my question.  You will enjoy reading the other responses.

Happy Pink Saturday!

I thought I would share with you a few of the responses I received about why everyone thinks the commenting is down.

• Most of you think it is because it is summer, and so many people are busy having fun.

• The number one comment I received is that so many people have blogs that will not allow those commenting to leave their name/url.  Unless you have a blogger profile, the blog owner will not be able to find their way back to you.  Many participants requested that blogger users consider setting their blogs to allow that option.

• Another thing that people say consumes time is having to use the verification codes required when leaving comments on many blogs.  I am going to turn that feature off on my blog, and see how things go.

• One thing that upsets people is listed participants never putting up a "pink" post.  Several people suggested that I remove the name from the list when I find out they didn't post.  I understand the frustration of repeatedly visiting and finding no post, but I can't commit the time that would be required for me to monitor participants.

• Some of you say you try to visit everyone's post some time during the week, many say they only visit the ones that visit them and their favorites, and some say they hardly visit at all but they enjoy posting and reading.

So there you go - we are all different.  One piece of advice I can give to new bloggers and/or new participants is that it takes an effort to build blogging relationships.  You have to get out and visit to build a following.

And, most importantly, Pink Saturday is about having fun.  This is a guilt-free event.  Visit and leave comments in a way that is both considerate and works for your situation.  I know I used to visit every participant every week, but I just can't do it anymore.  Have fun!

***************************

This week I would like to offer each of you a simple challenge.  Visit at least one blog that you have never visited before.  Then next Saturday include that blog and a link in your post.  We all do this on occasion.  It is just a matter of introducing someone new to your followers.  What do you think?  Let's give it a try.

****************************

My pink contribution for this Pink Saturday is sweet, pink Becky and her teddy bear.  Becky is another piece of my small collection of Dresden figurines.  Becky is 4 1/2 inches tall, and she lives in an antique oak side-by-side in our master bedroom.  She has other Dresden figures that keep a watchful eye on her.  I wonder if one of them is her mother?  My sweet mother gave Becky to me many years ago.

This week we have one hundred seventy-one (171) participants in Pink Saturday.  There are thirteen new participants, and you will find them at the bottom of the list.  Let's all take time to welcome them to Pink Saturday.  The participants are listed in the order in which they began participating.

Please take the time to visit other participants, and leave 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.  I promise you it is worth the effort because you will not only see lots of pink, you will meet incredibly nice and talented people.  Please refer to my post dated January 8 for more information about Pink Saturday.

Remember that my reminder e-mail stated I needed your plan for participating today no later than 8 a.m. EST Friday.  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
*Heidi at Foxgloves, Fabrics and Folly!!
*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
*Shirl at Shirl's Rose Cottage
*Kari & Kijsa at Kari & Kijsa
*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
*M at Tales From An O.C. Cottage

*Glennis at Doves Today
*Wendy at Pink Slippers
*Melissa at Cottage Bliss
*Susan at Suzie Button Creations
*Bev at Thru Pink Curtains
*Patricia at Coquettish Fleur
*Bernideen at Bernideen's Tea Time Blog
*Dawn at C & G Designs
*Bette at Crafty Mammie
*Sally at Smiling Sally

*Stephanie at ~Dream Kingdom Designs
*Jennifer at Jennifer's Petal Palace
*Katherinellen at Welcome to Kat's Korner
*Joyce at Brookside Cottage
*Laurie at Charming Designs
*Linnea at Neabear's Sewing and Craft Mess
*Susan at Between Naps On The Porch
*CC at Lace 'n' Ribbon Roses
*Debbie at Quilts Galore and More
*Jeanie at The Marmalade Gyspy

*Jenny at The Red Bulletin Board
*Robyn There Is Always Thyme For ....
*Elizabeth at Thoughts from an Evil Overlord
*Judi at Cranberry Blossom
*Molly at Fleur de Bee
*Patty at Magpie's Nest
*Erin at Fairie Moon
*Fifi at Fifi Flowers Design Decor - she's having a giveaway
*Mary at Seashore Days
*Riet at quiltin 'n stitchin lady

*Vera Seams to Sew and Quilt
*Lynne at Lynne's Gifts From The Heart
*Jane at Lady Jane's
*Esther at Shabby Cottage Collectibles
*Paula at Alfazema
*Lisa at Pale Pink and Roses
*Sarah at Sarah Bella's
*Caren at kdottie
*Jillian at Bella Rosa Antiques
*Jorgelina at Todas somos reinas

*Judy at French Laundry
*Robin at Miscellaneous Thoughts ...
*Jenny at Suzanna's Antiques
*Mimi at Our Family Attic
*Sandi at Rose Chintz Cottage & Inspirations
*Sheri at Prim Rose Hill Studio
*Gina at Purdy Wallcovering
*Linda at Linda's Chatty Blog
*Marian at That Shabby Pink Girl
*Debbie at Mermaids of the Lake

*Joyce at Light and Voices
*Charlotte at Someplace in Thyme
*Helene at d'Encre et de Couleurs
*Jill at Bailiwick Designs
*Sandra at Cottage Dreamer
*Sherry at Creations From My Heart
*Deb at Vintage Soul
*Molly at Molly's Country Memories
*Barbara at Purple Goat Lady
*Claudia at Mockingbird Hill Cottage

*Kathy at Life In The Slow Lane
*Li at MyThoughts MyVoice
*Susie at 1st Floor Flat
*Betzie at Time Enough
*Dru at Garden of Dreams
*LaVerne at Riverside Studios
*Shirley at Plum Bush Cottage
*Christine at Christine's Home and Travel Adventures
*Rini at Catharina's Love
*Denise at Couture de Papier

*Lisa at pupylov - she's having a giveaway
*Spencer at Bellamere Cottage
*Sares at Loveleigh Treasures
*Sonia at Vintage Rose Designs
*LillySue at A Peace Of Bliss
*Tammy at Ma Maison
*Carrie at The Art and Flair Of Being Domestic
*Vickie at Visuals By Vickie
*Beansie at Beansie Babbles
*Leann at The Old Parsonage

*Susan at Thoughts From Over The Rainbow
*AK at The Good Things In Life
*Nikki at Meme's By Me
*Terri at Life With Terri
*Ita at Something To Share
*Jean at Gypsylulu Delights
*Meg at Vintage Garden Home
*Melody at Simply A Joyful Melody
*Michelle at Rosebud Quilting
*Sara at Sara's Fave Photos Blog

*Stefanie at Rose Petals and Rust
*Tracy at A Touch of Grace
*Claudia at Dipity Road
*Tina at Enchanted Rose Studio
*Bea at BEAutiful Bea-musings
*Bunny at The Creative Hare
*Elena at EP Designs
*Jany at Look in the Nook
*Julia at Verdigris Rose
*Kellie at The Artful Paper Doll

*Nerina at NicNacManiac
*Shari at My Cottage of Bliss
*Teresa at Inside the Mind of a MiniMadWoman
*Vicki at Sea Turtle 'Mom'
*Angelika at Angelika Heart Talk
*Ann-Kristin at Sweeter Living
*Bill at Billizetti's World
*Cindy at Fairy Tale Cottage
*Mary at One Perfect Bite
*Regina at Daily Living

*Rita - Cashjocky and "The Old Salt"
*Sherry at Country Wings In Phoenix
*Jeanni at Jeanni's Art
*Leslie at Contented in West Lafayette
*Martha at A Sense of Humor is Essential
*Helene at Helene Flont
*LaVoice at Thoughts from Meme's Corner
*Caroline at Forever Vintage
*Oma Nijn at Oma Nijn's Country Huis
*Valarie at Glittery Daze and Nights

*Amisha at Gorgeous and Fun Things
*Carrie at Noelle Garret Designs
*Chris at Candid Canine
*Joan at Applejack Lane
*Mary at Mary's Tea Cottage
*Peggy at Peggy's Mixed-Up Art!
*The Mixie Pixie at Mixing It Up
*Jewel at Things In Pink
*Pat at The Cottage On The Curve
*Debbie at Dining With Debbie

*Jenn at Bloggerrific!
*Jenny at Pear Tree Studios
*Julie at Working on a Dream
*Vicki at Bunny Cottage
*Ali at Country Girl, City Chic
*Dana at A Cat In My Lap
*Emilie at The Kaiser Family Circus
*Kate and Gina at Rose and Thistle
*Amy at OCD: Obsessive Creative Disorder
*Barbara at Just A Little Zizzy

*Bella at Beauty Does Matter
*Bonnie at Flower Bed
*Carolyn at Aiken House & Gardens
*Charo at Atelier de Charo
*Julia at Drawn to the Sea
*Marie at Lemondrop Vintage
*Perfectly Flawed at For Domestic Goddess Redial
*Ruziyah at My Little Persona
*Sarah at Hyacinths For The Soul
*Slee at Paisley and Pretties

*Val at dottydotty's Blog

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? 

Pink Saturday is fun.

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And, please be certain to come back for

What's My Question Wednesday



I love What's My Question Wednesday.  It is so interesting to read each of your perspectives on my question of the week.  I hope you will begin to come by and take the time to answer my question.  You will enjoy reading the other responses.

Another Puzzle

I'm sharing another puzzle for those who think puzzles are fun.

I'm posting this with a warning toward a certain person, and she knows who she is.

Warning:  Don't do this unless you can have fun!


My time was 3:06.

My Most Treasured Possession

I've been thinking of how I would answer this since the moment I decided it would be my question this week.  And, this is one tough question.

I've been blessed to have many things that have been given to me by my family and friends.  And, each one has a very special meaning to me.  But, for me this question meant something that was mine alone.

When my husband and I got married we were both young, and he was in his senior year of college.  We barely had the money to purchase our wedding bands, but we did, and they were truly circles which held our love.  We have been so blessed in our marriage, and I will always believe my husband was the perfect person for me.

As our marriage progressed, we focused on the typical things - buying a home, beginning a family, and providing for our lives.  And, we have had such a wonderful life.  There have been hard times, pain and sadness - just like everyone experiences.  But, he is always right beside me, giving me his love.

I never thought about wanting another ring, but one day while shopping, we stopped to look in a jeweler's window.  My husband was asking me if I liked different things which were on display.  I teased him by saying that after eighteen years of marriage, it would take something gorgeous to represent all of the years.  And, I really didn't think about it anymore.

One evening, my friend Jeanne was in town, and she was spending the night at my mother's home.  The plan was for my husband and son to go there after work and school, and I would meet them when I got off of work so we could all go out to dinner.  We sat around and chatted for a few minutes, and then we decided it was time to go.  My mother and Jeanne each headed to a different bathroom for a "pit stop" before we left.  I started for the front door, and my husband called me back so he could show me something.  As I approached him, he reached in the pocket of his jeans.  And, he pulled out a ring.    It was one of the few times in my life that left me speechless.  He put it on my finger, and I just stood there and cried.  I thought it was beautiful, and I still do.  It is my most treasured possession.

My husband and our son had been shopping together.  I can't believe they were so good at keeping it a secret.  They are both prizes.

And, I know for a fact that he is the best husband in the whole wide world.

What's My Question Wednesday

My question for today is ...


What is your most treasured possession




Just to clarify my question,

I mean a tangible object.

Something that could be bought and sold,

but you never, ever would.