“Begin doing what you want to do now. We are not living in eternity. We have only this moment, sparkling like a star in our hand - and melting like a snowflake.”
- Francis Bacon

Saturday, September 19, 2009

It's Pink Saturday, come on up and see me sometime☺


Here we go, PINK SATURDAY at Beverly's HOW SWEET THE SOUND once again. My goodness, where in the world does the time go? Anyway, let's get busy. Today I'm sharing a few things that are in my bedroom. Above you see the lamp that sits on my night stand. I just fell in love with the pink rose when I saw this in eBay. I couldn't believe my eyes when about a year later I found a candy plate with the same design, too cool!
 

Here are a bundle of pillows that rest on my bed. A mixture of crewel embroidery, lace, candle-wicking, chenille and patchwork. You name it and it's probably there - except it just occurred to me, I don't have any needlepoint. Guess that's next on my list!


Isn't this cute? Grabbed it at a tag sale several years ago for, I think, a dollar. It fit in perfectly with my room and the serenity I try to surround myself with just before I close my eyes for the night.

I know lots of you are married to the sweetie pie of your life, but I'm not, so close your eyes and don't look! I bought this door pillow oodles of years ago just when my husband turned forty, bought a Corvette and took off to Florida with his (younger) girlfriend leaving me to raise my sons and pay the mortgage. But, and I say this with all honesty, it's the best and nicest thing he ever did for me☺

There you have my PINK SATURDAY for today! I've got loads of pink in my bedroom so next week you'll see more - I think! Until then, why don't you pop over to my foodie blog STANDING AT THE KITCHEN DOOR and make the delicious APPLE DUMPLINGS featured today!

61 comments:

Anonymous said...

that is an incredible lamp base happy pink saturday

Regina said...

Beautiful lamp Mimi. And the pillow is quite a remembrance:). Nice post.
Happy Pink Saturday. Enjoy the weekend.

Elena said...

Your pink sharings are gorgeous Mimi. The lamp is lovely - isn't it great you were able to find a dish with the same design on it.

Have a happy pink saturday and a fabulous week.

ciao for now,
Elena :)
ps: my pink sat post is on this blog - http://www.epdesigns.com.au/blog

Anonymous said...

I like it when before you close your eyes to sleep you get to be reminded to have sweet dreams. I guess now, that is not difficult anymore since that bad, bad man won't be giving you headaches anymore LOL

Mizpah,
Li

(I don't have a pink post for today. Just dropping by :-) - good thing too)

Kdottie Designs said...

Such lovely pinks...and how lucky you were to find same pattern a year later. Happy PS!

SmilingSally said...

I like your touch of whimsy.

D.E. said...

Pinks are so pretty. You have a lovely blogs. Wow several blogs. Blessings, D.

Sandi@ Rose Chintz Cottage said...

Your lamp base is simply gorgeous! Love your touches of whimsy; Happy Pink Saturday, Mimi!

Blessings,
Sandi

Vintage To Chic said...

love the lamp. have some simular. also sold some on ebay. Hope you have a wonderful week,
Hugs,
Judy

Suzie Button said...

I love your pink, Mimi! All so pretty! I commented too on your gosselin posting on your dog blog. I will have to share a picture with you of my beloved English Springer Spaniels, Bailey, who passed this past March, Cody and our baby Ollie! Love them! Suzie

Lynn said...

What a nice man!
He left so you could do what you really like!...Make things pretty and pink!
Men.


psshhhch

stefanie said...

beautiful pinks!!!! have a wonderful weekend

Betty said...

Mimi, We will have to talk some time. My life started over at 39 when my ex did the same thing except no corvette. I'll be 50 soon and considering the man I'm married to now...my ex did me a big favor too!
Happy Pink Saturday! You made me laugh this morning.

Suzy said...

What gorgeous pink contributions. The lamp is my definite favorite.

Country Wings in Phoenix said...

Good Morning MiMi. Congratulations, you are my 100th post winner. Please stop by my blog this morning and see. I will need you to go to my profile and email me your address. Happy Pink Saturday sweetie, and congrats again. Country hugs, Sherry

My name is Riet said...

LOvely pink sin your bedroom Mimi. Happy pink Saturday

Abatevintage said...

Your pink Saturday post is lovely. I love your pillows they are divine. Have a great pink Saturday.

Blessings,
Heidi

ps I just love your blog, and enjoy visiting you.

Jorgelina said...

Hi Mimi!!
Beautiful lamp.
wonderful weekend,happy pink saturday!

Anonymous said...

Happy Pink Saturday Mimi, And he left you with your sense of humor too! It's a good good thing! Your lamp is gorgeous!

Sarah said...

Mimi,
This all does look like a serene place in which to surround yourself for a restful night. Love the Sweet Dreams needlepoint. It's just lovely!
~ Sarah

Claudia said...

Hi Mimi! The lamp is beautiful and I love your door pillow! Considering what your husband did, the sentiment is apt. I'm glad you feel he did you a favor - now you can do whatever you want to! Happy Pink Saturday!

storyteller said...

What delightful pinks you've found and shared! Thanks so much for visiting mine earlier today at Happily Retired Gal. Happy Pink Saturday to you and yours ;--)
Hugs and blessings,

♥ Liz ♥ said...

Lovely cushions. Happy Pink Saturday :)

Seams to Sew and Quilt said...

Love the lamp, it so pretty and the meat loaf from the other post is so cute....

Unknown said...

Happy Pink Saturday. I love all of your pink, I especially love when pillows hold little sayings. Your lamp is gorgeous.

Karen

Marie said...

Hope your PS was as lovely as your treasures in the post!

Mollye said...

Hi Mimi, Thanks for visiting my blog today. Lovely pink post you have and I am now following your blog!

Marsha @ Tattered Chick said...

LOL, love that pillow!!! Thank you for dropping by today! Pink hugs, Marsha

Betzie said...

Thanks for visiting me Mimi!
Glad you have a new found happiness all your own now!
Love all your pinks!
xo

Marjorie (Molly) Smith said...

Beautiful lamp, I really love the flower on it. I have seen that pattern or one close to it, on a set of dishes I wanted several years ago.
Thank you for sharing.
Molly

Stayathomemommy said...

Thanks for stopping by for tea! I love the lamp it is so pretty. Hope you are having a fabulous day!
Karrie

Unknown said...

Mimi, thanks for visiting my blog and leaving your kind comments!

Your lamp is just gorgeous! What a treasure! Love all your pillows . . . scrumptious! What a nice sentiment to go to sleep by . . . sweet dreams!

Thanks for sharing and Happy Pink Saturday!

Blessings,
Teresa

Unknown said...

Great pink post, I love those pillows.
Happy Pink Saturday!!!
Hugs
Charo

Char said...

I love your lamp and you can never have enough pillows can you? The saying is adorable and oh so true Mimi, Happy Pink Saturday to you girlfriend, Char

Candy said...

Such sweet comments for my sister's birthday, glad you came by.
Now your pinks are soft and dreamy making the perfect sanctuary of peace.
Sorry 'bout the dude. Reminds me of that Country Western song...
If I'd shot you when I first met ya, I'd be out of jail by now.
Got to laugh sometimes ;-P

Pink Roses and Teacups said...

Hi Mimi,

thanks for stopping by my blog, and for the sweet comment. It's true, pink always makes us happy even on dreary days. Love your lamp, and so nice you found a dish to go with it. :)

Debbie

Stephanie ~ Angelic Accents said...

Oh Mimi, I'm drooling over your roses lamp and all those great pillows on your bed! I cross-stitch all the time and really appreciate all the hours it takes to make such pretties. I'm glad you've given some such a good home!

Thanks so much for stopping by to visit me today!

Big Hugs,
Stephanie
Angelic Accents

Tara said...

Gorgeous lamp! That pillow is too funny too! Happy Pink Saturday and have a beautiful Sunday out there in Michigan, I hope you are finally getting some sunshine!

Vicki said...

Hi, Mimi,
Loved all your pink pretties today! The lamp, the pillows and the sweet dreams sign are wonderful! Have a happy weekend. Vicki p.s. I took a look at those apple dumplings, yummy!

Anonymous said...

happy Pink Saturday Mimi!
what a pretty lampbase :)
hugs,
Missy

Barbara Jean said...

Mimi,
Just came by to say hi and thanks for the visit.

love your pinks, but especially love your blog background!!

Blessings
Barbara jean

Catharina Maria said...

Lovely and sweet !
Love from the Netherlands , Rini

Beansieleigh said...

Oh Mimi, I always love my visits here, and I am wondering WHY in the world am I not a follower yet?!!! Well, I LOVE your lamp, and the pillow about men (0; And I LOVED your Yummy Mummy Meatloaf recipe!.. Well that does it! I'm now a follower! Happy Pink Saturday to you, and I hope you're enjoying a wonderful weekend! ~tina

Anonymous said...

Gosh Mimi, I wanted to reach over and give you a hug! You are brave, strong and terrific.
The pink things look great! Keep strong and smiling!

black eyed susans kitchen said...

You found some wonderful pinks for Saturday's post. I am especially fond of anything with pink roses.
♥, Susan

Lisa said...

Lovely sweet pinks! I'm off to see about the apple dumplings. THNAKS!
Hugs, Lisa

Betzie said...

You'd love one of these doggies Mimi! They are the best breed ever...they don't stay super tiny for purses though like say a Yorkie, but they are wonderful dogs to live with and true blue loyal companions that love you with all their hearts. xoxo

Nancy said...

I do love the lamp! Happy late Pink Saturday!

Anonymous said...

Thanks for stopping by today - your blog is so FUN - every bit of it. I love the fun recipes!

Pat @ Mille Fiori Favoriti said...

Mimi you made me smile! I love your attitude! Happy pinkness.

{{{hugs}}} Pat

Dreamgirl said...

Wow, so many beautiful pink things in your bedroom! I'm guessing that you are a true romantic?

Have a lovely week!

Anonymous said...

What a beautiful lamp. It would look great in my company bedroom.

Tracey said...

Whatlovely pink you have in your bedroom...it must be a beautiful room!
Tracey

Sara Chapman said...

Liked your final text about the rat who left you. Funny how things work out, isn't it? Happy life and Happy Pink Saturday, too!

Jennifer said...

Mimi I Love that lamp.I never saw that rose pattern on a lamp before.I have dishes with the same rose.I first started my collection from my Great aunt when she passed away when I was about 13.I since have been adding to the set.I love it.Wish I could find a lamp someday.
I replied last week to your gmail acount did u get it.Cinderella was writing to Camile.LOL

Happy Pink Sat.Hugs,Jen

Shopgirl said...

I have been MIA for awhile, so trying to catch up. It was a lovely journey looking at all the good stuff to eat and beautiful Pink Saturday. Have a wonderful fall, Hugs, Mary

Leslie said...

Hi Mimi! What a pretty lamp! I enjoyed seeing all of the pinks in your bedroom. You'll soon have 1 more thing to add because YOU WON my blog giveaway! Please email me your address information so that I can send it to you! Congratulations!!
Leslie @ ContentedinWestLafayette
smalltowngirl64@yahoo.com

Jeanie said...

Awfully pretty, Mimi! Happy PS!

{Bellamere Cottage} said...

Darling pinks...that pillow totally cracked me up....

Blessings,
Spencer

Susie Jefferson said...

As always, a lovely PS post full of pretty pinkness.

Happy Pink Saturday (on Tuesday... I'm still visiting everyone...)

Anonymous said...

Mimi,
Catching up with my Pink saturday....Love all your pinkies...so pretty...Happy Belated pink...Thanks for stopping by..Katherinellen