tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-65169610010495728792024-03-12T19:37:55.141-07:00Hot Pink ChickA day in the life of a wife, mother and jewelry designer.Bonniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15144534266883518726noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516961001049572879.post-80781406342876240442010-08-29T13:59:00.000-07:002010-08-29T14:03:23.040-07:00New Website!I am so excited! Today is the day that my new website is finally up and running, complete with my first post on the new blog.<br /><br />If you have a moment, please stop by and check it out. <a href="http://www.hotpinkchick.com">www.hotpinkchick.com </a><br /><br />Thanks!<br />~ BonnieBonniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15144534266883518726noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516961001049572879.post-22760025119103397252010-07-02T17:15:00.000-07:002010-07-02T17:21:58.462-07:00Mailing ListIt has been so difficult to keep up with my blog, facebook, twitter, etc. I am going to start slowly phasing them out and combine everything into one monthly newsletter. <br /><br />This newsletter will preview upcoming items and sales, offer exclusive deals to subscribers and more. To sign up, please use the box below.<br /><br />Thank you all so much for being such wonderful followers. I may still pop in from time to time before I officially say goodbye. Please feel free to contact me anytime via Etsy (click the 'contact hotpinkchick' link on the right side of the home page at www.hotpinkchick.etsy.com).<br /><br />Thanks again and have a happy and safe July 4th weekend!<br /><br />Bonnie<br /><br /><!-- Start Bravenet.com Service Code --><br /><div align="center"><br /><div style="border:1px solid #999999; width:235px; margin: 0px; background-color:#F2F4FA;"><br /><form action="http://pub21.bravenet.com/elist/add.php" method="post" style="margin:0px;"><br /><div style="background-color:#DBE0F5; padding:3px; font:12px arial; color:#000000;"><b>Join the Mailing List</b></div><br /><div style="margin:10px; font: 11px arial; color: #000000; text-align:left;"><br /><div style="margin-bottom:5px;">Enter your name and email address below:</div><br /><div style="text-align:right;"><br />Name: <input type="text" id="elistname" name="ename" size="25" maxlength="60" style="width: 170px"><br><br />Email: <input type="text" name="emailaddress" id="elistaddress89449504902" size="25" maxlength="100" style="width: 170px"><br><br /><span style="white-space:nowrap;"><input type="radio" name="action" value="join" checked style="border: 0px;">Subscribe </span><br /><span style="white-space:nowrap;"><input type="radio" name="action" value="leave" style="border: 0px;">Unsubscribe </span><br /><input type="hidden" name="usernum" style="border: 0px solid black; height: 0px; width: 0px;" value="1759574542"><input type="hidden" name="cpv" style="border: 0px solid black; height: 0px; width: 0px;" value="1"><br /><input type="submit" name="submit" value="GO"></div></div><br /><div style="color: red" id="elist_err89449504902"></div><br /><div align="center" style="margin-bottom:10px;"><a title="Free Mailing Lists from Bravenet.com" href="http://www.bravenet.com/webtools/elist/" style="font: bold 11px tahoma, sans-serif; color: #004891;" target="_blank">Get your Free Mailing List</a><br><a title="Free Mailing Lists from Bravenet.com" href="http://www.bravenet.com" style="font: 10px tahoma, sans-serif; color: #004891;" target="_blank">by Bravenet.com</a></div></form><br /></div></div><br /><!-- End Bravenet.com Service Code -->Bonniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15144534266883518726noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516961001049572879.post-35145278440192904922010-05-28T13:54:00.000-07:002010-05-28T14:19:31.880-07:00Junior Prom<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOaksHNGoLTJUSfde3_3LC7n_c4tIDZO5iMn8Qg80vwXl-53cNUzPcQ5JUTDpgR61MnzYLVAYWBKw3m207XvWlTITLt9LVlU0QG_vnBzNU4ktByHRY4tghcM7tOvs2p8YKzFNsgXF7thx9/s1600/28861_404936090824_565775824_4503020_6932195_n.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 150px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOaksHNGoLTJUSfde3_3LC7n_c4tIDZO5iMn8Qg80vwXl-53cNUzPcQ5JUTDpgR61MnzYLVAYWBKw3m207XvWlTITLt9LVlU0QG_vnBzNU4ktByHRY4tghcM7tOvs2p8YKzFNsgXF7thx9/s200/28861_404936090824_565775824_4503020_6932195_n.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5476432283059861922" /></a><br />I have terribly neglected my poor little blog this month - but with good reason! It's been very hectic in our household lately with my daughter's art show (I'll post pictures next entry), lots of yard and house work, vacation planning and most importantly...my daughter's junior prom! <br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUzrdYq7Yo_DeMveGHwmdu7e0OjZsPWJj_2mugKctC0bStNRJk6f8x6pH-5k4yhybN43lswwNP-91CG9oN23nBBtfZN7x4i6k2DTSOsEohalORMwb0mh5FmENVL_PYVXYVTJoi0OpFymtH/s1600/28861_404936335824_565775824_4503054_125817_n.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUzrdYq7Yo_DeMveGHwmdu7e0OjZsPWJj_2mugKctC0bStNRJk6f8x6pH-5k4yhybN43lswwNP-91CG9oN23nBBtfZN7x4i6k2DTSOsEohalORMwb0mh5FmENVL_PYVXYVTJoi0OpFymtH/s200/28861_404936335824_565775824_4503054_125817_n.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5476432539104491762" /></a><br />They changed the venue for prom this year to a much larger hotel, which seemed to work out better. My daughter and her boyfriend came home with lots of 'swag', they said the food was great and there was plenty of room to move around, socialize and dance.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJOgN_80yElKxl3tKIuxYHTXXV2EOpGZwSNlJ_X2fGldBsRMgVwtCxDmfTByTReRUaNvUojghKQsbC32fo8kCfneVW7mcdKn3d7ExXmXYT77ClUU2lqwmmIoN_1dGy0-YT5N9yiYMUWGt-/s1600/28861_404936580824_565775824_4503088_341451_n.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJOgN_80yElKxl3tKIuxYHTXXV2EOpGZwSNlJ_X2fGldBsRMgVwtCxDmfTByTReRUaNvUojghKQsbC32fo8kCfneVW7mcdKn3d7ExXmXYT77ClUU2lqwmmIoN_1dGy0-YT5N9yiYMUWGt-/s200/28861_404936580824_565775824_4503088_341451_n.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5476432765829270642" /></a><br />Her school also hosts an After Prom Party (a wonderful alternative to teenagers getting into trouble after prom is over). After Prom begins one hour after prom ends, giving the kids enough time to come home and change, and lasts until 3am. It's held in the school gym and always has a theme, games, prizes, contests and more. The kids love it and the parents are thankful for it. :-) <br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDqBlueUs7g8XNsKkkIdz0qDGi4kew5T3L43GWz7OVmgdroV-Kjjcc2JtfV1T363CvCZsprSFWPqpp7lyoHfZx8QAxKs0eJSXZxRuXUz_t2Ub_xezke4g3MEViJNrzndU0nPqYmNHgJWQT/s1600/28861_404936355824_565775824_4503056_3558209_n.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 150px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDqBlueUs7g8XNsKkkIdz0qDGi4kew5T3L43GWz7OVmgdroV-Kjjcc2JtfV1T363CvCZsprSFWPqpp7lyoHfZx8QAxKs0eJSXZxRuXUz_t2Ub_xezke4g3MEViJNrzndU0nPqYmNHgJWQT/s200/28861_404936355824_565775824_4503056_3558209_n.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5476433050672500418" /></a><br /><br />This is her second prom, as she attended her boyfriend's senior prom last year, so I have one more year of buying the dress, shoes, matching nail polish, making last minute alterations, and so on. Believe me when I tell you that 3 proms is plenty and I'll be more than ready to retire as a 'prom mom' when it's over.Bonniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15144534266883518726noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516961001049572879.post-32004219671991477352010-04-21T15:46:00.000-07:002010-04-21T17:39:33.183-07:00Mother's Day Gift IdeasWith Mother's Day approaching, my brain is in overdrive trying to come up with original gift ideas. I'm tired of giving flowers and gift cards, so I've been searching Etsy for unique handmade gifts to give (and receive!). I thought I'd share with you some of my finds.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYqlvCUvp5JrMcD2f0PhwFfRaYEa-YQ6N8smvTxNV9UGmFXGdBobdh_Aq7Rmv4qAoh0nvNqtNNNvym74WgeH2oDOONRCNSU-jRZVmTNkKPDsSI4YEYFfRmpck_61QNU4zBIOhWsEOPy8l3/s1600/il_430xN_119528981.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 132px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYqlvCUvp5JrMcD2f0PhwFfRaYEa-YQ6N8smvTxNV9UGmFXGdBobdh_Aq7Rmv4qAoh0nvNqtNNNvym74WgeH2oDOONRCNSU-jRZVmTNkKPDsSI4YEYFfRmpck_61QNU4zBIOhWsEOPy8l3/s200/il_430xN_119528981.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5462737988630943698" /></a>I've had my eye on these etui manicure boxes for a while now. They would be such a clever gift idea for the mom who has everything. Etui needlework boxes are also available. This would definitely stand out and I can almost promise you no one else will be getting her the same thing! They're very affordable at $18.50 each and are available at www.sparetimecrafts.etsy.com. <br /> <br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_uWh8E7JyuGGH_C3HFGWBE3KVYwYuzxoFFKfvV6YvbBHZBUR_wlTFaf0GOP2Dodzid4a9mYyRIGrreET9Yt8Tf7yO1II4Xb3IFA5m9L10r-NHzcHD_auMza9OSASSAz33Ajv0ARdUJW2u/s1600/il_430xN_129027061.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 175px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_uWh8E7JyuGGH_C3HFGWBE3KVYwYuzxoFFKfvV6YvbBHZBUR_wlTFaf0GOP2Dodzid4a9mYyRIGrreET9Yt8Tf7yO1II4Xb3IFA5m9L10r-NHzcHD_auMza9OSASSAz33Ajv0ARdUJW2u/s200/il_430xN_129027061.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5462731915965344242" /></a><br />You can never go wrong with a candle. Especially a wild cherry cheesecake jumbo cupcake candle from www.sugarvillecandles.etsy.com! Does that look good enough to eat, or what? I don't think that's recommended, but it would be hard to resist. For just $16.95, you will receive a candle that is well over a 1/2 lb. and will fill your room with wild cherry cheesecake aroma! Yummy!<br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr_oQsV1XqC5i-rhDVchx60r3h3yTD516k_J_Po5ZmJwGFrXqNHXt9jbYfRdnOE9AMHXKEPQkeUQGcaDx9O4hCCMoJfopq7SbkK9W_QC0IAR-43NSnMNxZr-r_ZB8dUN7V6AMTseSLp5Y5/s1600/il_430xN_129136063.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr_oQsV1XqC5i-rhDVchx60r3h3yTD516k_J_Po5ZmJwGFrXqNHXt9jbYfRdnOE9AMHXKEPQkeUQGcaDx9O4hCCMoJfopq7SbkK9W_QC0IAR-43NSnMNxZr-r_ZB8dUN7V6AMTseSLp5Y5/s200/il_430xN_129136063.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5462735517422646018" /></a><br /><br />Of course, everyone loves jewelry! These earrings are available at www.dreambelledesign.etsy.com for only $21.00. I purchased a similar pair for myself in blue and they are absolutely stunning! The owner, Susan, is a lovely lady who is a pleasure to work with. My earrings were shipped quickly, packaged adorably and couldn't be more gorgeous. I've received tons of compliments!<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7V3P64WIJw5x598I_wdxQHtNKeL-zI8oJPs58qoD3bnkefp5dMNJ7vQ_BPB1dtFtmJqt9sr0vS2b71iK8GpJOsRKfmNnWGtmKMZlu-84I5pJo8WLutlfphcrJonr9fH1V_xqWNXXfk7jL/s1600/il_430xN_136255521.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 130px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7V3P64WIJw5x598I_wdxQHtNKeL-zI8oJPs58qoD3bnkefp5dMNJ7vQ_BPB1dtFtmJqt9sr0vS2b71iK8GpJOsRKfmNnWGtmKMZlu-84I5pJo8WLutlfphcrJonr9fH1V_xqWNXXfk7jL/s200/il_430xN_136255521.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5462737278539626290" /></a>Another great find was this gourmet style mini recipe album with recipe cards. I think this is so adorable! Great for the mom who loves to cook and try out new recipes. This album has 8 double sided pages and includes multiple pockets for storing favorite recipes. It's available for $22.00 at www.serenitysilks.etsy.com.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9XUZxtBjoM_FhAD5YMxSle_TcjdhXD2O8yma0awVD4RkjHYMYqK3EKDnQuw8vCORpNL_zy8DbrHEVw9CkS0P7bPjo_905ZCbogekTB1auO-5HAzxMt3_kUuG81BtXhL9JZTuOQuXP60Xm/s1600/il_fullxfull_137398804.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 180px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9XUZxtBjoM_FhAD5YMxSle_TcjdhXD2O8yma0awVD4RkjHYMYqK3EKDnQuw8vCORpNL_zy8DbrHEVw9CkS0P7bPjo_905ZCbogekTB1auO-5HAzxMt3_kUuG81BtXhL9JZTuOQuXP60Xm/s200/il_fullxfull_137398804.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5462741000623281170" /></a><br /><br />And, of course, don't forget to stop by www.hotpinkchick.etsy.com for some great Mother's Day (or any day) jewelry and accessories! Enter code "Gift Blog" in the Message To Seller at checkout and receive 10% OFF your order from now until Mother's Day! Discount will be refunded via Paypal. Happy shopping!Bonniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15144534266883518726noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516961001049572879.post-36168047824170970552010-04-18T13:57:00.000-07:002010-04-18T14:29:02.793-07:00UpdatesJust wanted to give an update because I've been M.I.A. on my blog lately. <br /><br />I've been very busy revamping all the titles, tags and descriptions in my Etsy shop to conform with the new SEO guidelines. It's not really the way I prefer to spend my time, but it had to be done.<br /><br />I've also picked up a few new wholesale accounts, which I'm very excited about! They've been keeping me busy during this slow Etsy spring.<br /><br />In addition, I've been squeezing in some time to create new bridal jewelry and summer accessories that I can't wait to debut in my shop. They'll be coming soon, so keep an eye out! <br /><br />On the home front, prom is coming! We picked up my daughter's gown this week for her Junior Prom. It's a gorgeous royal blue with sequin designs. I'll definitely post the pics next month.<br /><br />Also, the weather's been beautiful so we've been washing down the decks, cleaning off the patio furniture, mowing the lawn...all the fun stuff that comes with nice weather. :D<br /><br />I'll post again soon. Hope you all take care and have a wonderful week!<br />~BonnieBonniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15144534266883518726noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516961001049572879.post-23071814735104326492010-03-31T18:16:00.000-07:002010-03-31T18:24:58.308-07:00Great GiveawaysHello all! I wanted to let everyone know about two great giveaways on two wonderful blogs.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWndDIwNmDfALRyLA9RUDGaePhSiHkDPwtue-mIoDfiMinU5pUVRQG2DoLDnS52eikzZ-NBNDv5oh7SKAkJdboBX_83-0RGGwDKkk2JwhrvauUU6IbYl7mgVNeQBqVsQOH9L_qj80VX0Hd/s1600/In+Bloom+Colors.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 185px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWndDIwNmDfALRyLA9RUDGaePhSiHkDPwtue-mIoDfiMinU5pUVRQG2DoLDnS52eikzZ-NBNDv5oh7SKAkJdboBX_83-0RGGwDKkk2JwhrvauUU6IbYl7mgVNeQBqVsQOH9L_qj80VX0Hd/s200/In+Bloom+Colors.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5454972228350739778" /></a>The first is Cherry Blossoms Design at www.cherryblossomsdesign.blogspot.com where you can enter for a chance to win a pair of my In Bloom Earrings in your choice of color! Visit Cherry Blossom's blog for rules of entry.<br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgryn0rOfh5OVjtNPw0WlAuvrQONjXpdSJmK6QgtobVUzd3NlfcX8BEM_XliqpzTU3hbNw8s4yWqnDLfvY1hQFb_H7zs78THoJsCB8cl57W-kqgRqQNDItyWqQ4RmmSB5r36gDztlV-yxkG/s1600/il_430xN_128480064.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 168px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgryn0rOfh5OVjtNPw0WlAuvrQONjXpdSJmK6QgtobVUzd3NlfcX8BEM_XliqpzTU3hbNw8s4yWqnDLfvY1hQFb_H7zs78THoJsCB8cl57W-kqgRqQNDItyWqQ4RmmSB5r36gDztlV-yxkG/s200/il_430xN_128480064.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5454972742970826882" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br />The second is Mint Green With Envy at www.mintgreenwithenvy.blogspot.com where you can enter for one of two chances to win a Vintage Vixen Ring in your choice of color and metal! Visit Mint Green With Envy's blog for rules of entry.<br /><br />Good luck to all who enter! <br />♥ BonnieBonniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15144534266883518726noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516961001049572879.post-74879960256194127472010-03-22T12:31:00.000-07:002010-03-22T23:01:45.442-07:00Twilight New Moon<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXsgwgBPTKHR4dZQVnP2Z3FdXLf61b7xdExEfmE1XOghFmfR_IAv0Y8i4hvnGBM4GD-1o4HjJWxyo2qxx2L57RefwoZCK0njU5cEXaX-s6w9Qk1wAs6CZD-dOw9Ai_xY28bhETtSU4gS-p/s1600-h/Twilight.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXsgwgBPTKHR4dZQVnP2Z3FdXLf61b7xdExEfmE1XOghFmfR_IAv0Y8i4hvnGBM4GD-1o4HjJWxyo2qxx2L57RefwoZCK0njU5cEXaX-s6w9Qk1wAs6CZD-dOw9Ai_xY28bhETtSU4gS-p/s320/Twilight.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451546387229786418" /></a>I am embarassed to admit that I was one of the crazy people in line at midnight Saturday to get one of the first copies of the Twilight New Moon dvd. In my defense, my 16 year old daughter (pictured) is a die-hard fan, so I was really just the chaperone/chauffer. <br /><br />When she was younger we used to stand in line at midnight for Harry Potter book releases, so we've become quite the professional midnight shoppers. <br /><br />I am happy to announce that after one hour of standing, listening to people complain about everything from the line to the fact that they didn't offer refreshments and running in to everyone from my daughter's youth pastor to one of her teachers, we became the proud owners of the special fan edition of Twilight New Moon and bonus cd.<br /><br />Then we got home and our dvd player broke. Guess what I did on Sunday?Bonniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15144534266883518726noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516961001049572879.post-17117218929355296212010-03-21T15:51:00.001-07:002010-03-21T16:04:47.350-07:00Etsy Front Page<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJXSso1wFN5Paw5DUW-9zRcOfF66v2QAkiXK4r6DrZBFTyHI6OwqVT32nxJ8oxgbylmO2o9Uf3n6QuVjtE0SuCd9WlIkRLs017pcSc-BQQflwHTD60RPlF_XX3ad0PmekISOR7zZ8DgpxH/s1600-h/fp_9838.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 285px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJXSso1wFN5Paw5DUW-9zRcOfF66v2QAkiXK4r6DrZBFTyHI6OwqVT32nxJ8oxgbylmO2o9Uf3n6QuVjtE0SuCd9WlIkRLs017pcSc-BQQflwHTD60RPlF_XX3ad0PmekISOR7zZ8DgpxH/s400/fp_9838.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451225493974704274" /></a>Easter's right around the corner, and Etsy is getting ready with this great front page (which also happens to feature my Pretty Pastel Hairpin Set)!<br /><br />Unfortunately, my children are too old now for all the fun things we used to do for Easter. :( Spoon races, Easter egg hunts and pictures with the Easter bunny (who always managed to show up at our parties, that busy bunny). One year we had the kids and all their cousins rolling Easter eggs up a hill in our front yard with their noses to win prizes! You've heard of "What would you do for a Klondike bar?". You'd be amazed what children will do for toys from the Dollar Store and bragging rights. Aaahh, those were the days...Bonniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15144534266883518726noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516961001049572879.post-70967426988660377472010-03-19T18:16:00.000-07:002010-03-20T05:48:42.162-07:00Rails To TrailsI've lived in the same town in Pennsylvania since I was a child. The house I grew up in sat directly behind a railroad track. It was part of the Reading Railroad line (yes, the same Reading Railroad from the Monopoly game). I can remember waking up in the middle of the night to a train roaring and shaking our house.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzLZXoDSj6ylPmO27kJkwnmoZRfA1RD8Q01b7TP94GGZMDBN-imGeNmMbfe3oT2oROsx1bdptkKoyS2LctHCg2LDkxBHp4uDbL-ltub4fy1ZcLgBkuAGuEfYk9v318cedHq__HNC9xGvws/s1600-h/rail_trail_north_from_elizabeth_ave.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzLZXoDSj6ylPmO27kJkwnmoZRfA1RD8Q01b7TP94GGZMDBN-imGeNmMbfe3oT2oROsx1bdptkKoyS2LctHCg2LDkxBHp4uDbL-ltub4fy1ZcLgBkuAGuEfYk9v318cedHq__HNC9xGvws/s320/rail_trail_north_from_elizabeth_ave.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5450524511051179506" /></a>Now, as an adult, that same railroad track has been converted into a community trail for walking, jogging, biking and dog walking thanks to the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC). The RTC works with local communities to map multi-use trails out of obsolete railroads.<br /><br />The trail in our area (known as the Rail Trail) is 1.75 miles long. When weather permits, I walk the rail trail from one end to the other and back for a healthy 3.5 mile walk at least three times per week. Over the past few years it's become my therapy. Forget shrinks and yoga, just give me an mp3 player and a pair of sneakers and all my troubles melt away.<br /><br />For information on trails in your area, visit www.traillink.com .Bonniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15144534266883518726noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516961001049572879.post-44432031216114329152010-02-14T16:04:00.000-08:002010-02-14T16:19:21.344-08:00Happy Valentine's Day!Some cute stories and fun facts for Valentine's Day. <br /><br />VALENTINE CHIHUAHUA PUPPY<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSmuyvtIuzTdLlr0z-IKW5_TQmTdYzJDC6Zu8LeMvRCmyIyWACVJfLbNvJQrgJPDQzP4s912PQadt6rQijWt1Eph4LYx8SGSx-GZKoS-MvCWwdOMKIGbhmJQc8MhPzkOAZpnjXFFL4Q1SB/s1600-h/valentine_dog.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 298px; height: 206px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSmuyvtIuzTdLlr0z-IKW5_TQmTdYzJDC6Zu8LeMvRCmyIyWACVJfLbNvJQrgJPDQzP4s912PQadt6rQijWt1Eph4LYx8SGSx-GZKoS-MvCWwdOMKIGbhmJQc8MhPzkOAZpnjXFFL4Q1SB/s320/valentine_dog.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5438255727118733250" /></a>This Chihuahua puppy literally wears its heart on its sleeve. The cute male pooch, born with a perfect heart-shaped patch on its side, has been suitably named Heartkun by its owner in northern Japan. The one-and-a-half-month-old pup was born as one of a big litter, but is the only new arrival to sport such a heart-warming coat.<br /><br />According to owner Emiko Sakurada, and reported in the Daily Mail, this is the first occasion a puppy with such marks had been born out of the more than one thousand Chihuahuas she has bred.<br /><br /><br />VALENTINE'S DAY CARDS TRIVIA<br />♥ Teachers will receive the most Valentine's Day cards, followed by children, mothers, wives, and then, sweethearts. Children ages 6 to 10 exchange more than 650 million Valentine's cards with teachers, classmates, and family members. <br />♥ Approximately 1 billion Valentine's Day cards are exchanged on February 14th each year - the largest seasonal card-sending occasion of the year, next to Christmas . <br />♥ According to the Greeting Card Association, an estimated one billion valentine cards are sent each year, making Valentine's Day the second largest card-sending holiday of the year. [An estimated 2.6 billion cards are sent for Christmas]. <br />♥ Hallmark has over 1330 different cards specifically for Valentine's Day. <br /><br /><br />A THOUGHTFUL VALENTINE'S DAY GIFT<br />Jim asked his friend, Tony, whether he had bought his wife anything for Valentine's Day. 'Yes,' came the answer from Tony who was a bit of a chauvinist, 'I've bought her a belt and a bag.' 'That was very kind of you,' Jim added, 'I hope she appreciated the thought.' Tony smiled as he replied, 'So do I, and hopefully the vacuum cleaner will work better now.'Bonniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15144534266883518726noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516961001049572879.post-83851331862332063192010-01-28T19:08:00.000-08:002010-01-29T06:53:57.866-08:00College Already?<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPpkZeOx349tLEJt3JmP92lt7pH1ibbCxCVxngUN1-DppKriuwmjMvSLJWC23YoG3Y84jhPgI5MskScmen7nDy-mF4IB-lWiVTipViI14v9v-fn10AW6Yk4gi3SR_oPwcZIqVDuyzCuMai/s1600-h/18659_1343603112334_1298933278_1014009_124975_n.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPpkZeOx349tLEJt3JmP92lt7pH1ibbCxCVxngUN1-DppKriuwmjMvSLJWC23YoG3Y84jhPgI5MskScmen7nDy-mF4IB-lWiVTipViI14v9v-fn10AW6Yk4gi3SR_oPwcZIqVDuyzCuMai/s320/18659_1343603112334_1298933278_1014009_124975_n.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5431995480697230546" /></a><br />I spent last Saturday at the PA College of Art & Design Open House in Lancaster, PA with my daughter, Maddie. I CANNOT BELIEVE she's in 11th grade, driving and looking at colleges already! I know I say this way too often, but where does the time go? And how does she keep getting older, but I don't? LOL, okay I made that part up. :D <br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXY8aThlu4sx4KHwUDEQTWoPLDen5XRfvhUxK4gMRkBiWCRfse2-Qg8aL-g4gVnMU83pkqcH250S4MhceaZnKxR_GEgupPX7XWmBOrtKVfpICe1drAkNwbyYaoKwxBNY-ahQr8FpXwWm73/s1600-h/Gallery+Row.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXY8aThlu4sx4KHwUDEQTWoPLDen5XRfvhUxK4gMRkBiWCRfse2-Qg8aL-g4gVnMU83pkqcH250S4MhceaZnKxR_GEgupPX7XWmBOrtKVfpICe1drAkNwbyYaoKwxBNY-ahQr8FpXwWm73/s320/Gallery+Row.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5431995356277009794" /></a><br />Anyway, I wanted to share the experience with everyone. We had a great time, it's a terrific school and I think her mind is set on this college. We've looked at others, but this seems to be the one. We spent the day checking out the city. We went to galleries, had lunch and took lots of silly pictures. <br /><br />Most of the professors at the school are also working artists and the students and professors are all very supportive of each other's work and success. My daughter was able to have her portfolio reviewed by one of the professors, which gave her a great head start for next year.<br /><br />I have to admit, both the city and the school seem like the perfect fit for her but I'm still sad that we're already thinking about an empty nest. :(Bonniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15144534266883518726noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516961001049572879.post-11130281790562539782009-11-28T17:15:00.000-08:002009-11-28T17:19:32.104-08:00Black Friday Cyber MondayYesterday was my first Black Friday on Etsy and it was CRAZY! I loved it! Everyone must be all "shopped out" today, because it's been very slow. That gives me time to get some new creations listed in time for Cyber Monday.<br /><br />Just a reminder that Hot Pink Chick will be running a sale the entire extended weekend. Black Friday through Cyber Monday 10% off one item - 15% off two items - 20% off three or more items. Always free worldwide shipping!<br /><br />New listings on the way...stop by and check it out!<br />♥ BonnieBonniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15144534266883518726noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516961001049572879.post-76531722284105473832009-11-14T18:22:00.001-08:002009-11-14T18:33:21.152-08:00Aaaaahhhh! She's driving!!!!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxT-2ngeC3YbDDcZKIaW5zQ3u49Y8Ahzip2hIDF05Rypkp_pH2_01uxLFxiaHofAwYqgq7_o0ijvNPjeX-NkUkhB-xDtBRwSmlcdmEJ8ALDb4dcGIMRVLDVbM7CmBfKpEqXhwZmFmcsxEO/s1600-h/Bonnie+725.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 253px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxT-2ngeC3YbDDcZKIaW5zQ3u49Y8Ahzip2hIDF05Rypkp_pH2_01uxLFxiaHofAwYqgq7_o0ijvNPjeX-NkUkhB-xDtBRwSmlcdmEJ8ALDb4dcGIMRVLDVbM7CmBfKpEqXhwZmFmcsxEO/s400/Bonnie+725.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5404150387246607474" /></a>I just wanted to share some good news with everyone. My 16 year old daughter, Maddie, just got her learner's permit. Scary!!! We've been very busy practicing every day and she's really getting the hang of it! It's so strange to see your baby behind the wheel of a vehicle. I don't know if I want to laugh or cry, but I'm very proud of her.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjJyJue1axiYInJ7AvSTc7PoUSUHyjofqZXActl-1jpqcK9J5fzqy_mxfE7n-tI7ZPvuvn3GKLjuorRApOR2C3MbeXvZcy3sQUbbzYzo-JSgPFKgXWCst2tZTXEphBd22K_mj9JS7qCipS/s1600-h/Banner.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 53px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjJyJue1axiYInJ7AvSTc7PoUSUHyjofqZXActl-1jpqcK9J5fzqy_mxfE7n-tI7ZPvuvn3GKLjuorRApOR2C3MbeXvZcy3sQUbbzYzo-JSgPFKgXWCst2tZTXEphBd22K_mj9JS7qCipS/s400/Banner.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5404151627664588706" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje4FXYedc1crO_QK55-tb2Tc_1is0MwMBF25H359YsRMtEkf8Z1e-FTLo0KmmHOoBlsgCmFU97v3CTpn-p3XFRQI8VjjGw37zKS6KwTKFhyphenhyphenQi29rmmnbT-J1FyQY5aJzALeyDx0pJe293H/s1600-h/Bonnie+678.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 191px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje4FXYedc1crO_QK55-tb2Tc_1is0MwMBF25H359YsRMtEkf8Z1e-FTLo0KmmHOoBlsgCmFU97v3CTpn-p3XFRQI8VjjGw37zKS6KwTKFhyphenhyphenQi29rmmnbT-J1FyQY5aJzALeyDx0pJe293H/s200/Bonnie+678.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5404151509460857938" /></a><br />In other news, I've been working on a new look for my shop. What do you think of my new banner and packaging? I've received a few comments from friends and family that Hot Pink Chick should at least have the color hot pink in it's branding. But I have to admit, I kind of like the irony of NOT having hot pink. Makes people wonder...I like that. <br /><br />Well that's all for now, I'll check back in soon! ♥ BonnieBonniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15144534266883518726noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516961001049572879.post-68956011771971112562009-10-05T09:50:00.001-07:002009-10-05T10:16:51.078-07:00I'm Back!Oh, my poor neglected blog. I began with so many good intentions. Where did they all go? Will you ever forgive me?<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhviSuLRh8AB_KSAVaiideVr1zE60s1VO9fYV9p1Z2ZoOCsOSjnayX-J72aCHsplvwqFnJQGj9f3idCm2CmNSUWoLUjStAGVWSIgL4ERSrBgGtgJQTMYvnptYfIh5RGUXLcH1Olmf4S07Np/s1600-h/Cornucopia.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhviSuLRh8AB_KSAVaiideVr1zE60s1VO9fYV9p1Z2ZoOCsOSjnayX-J72aCHsplvwqFnJQGj9f3idCm2CmNSUWoLUjStAGVWSIgL4ERSrBgGtgJQTMYvnptYfIh5RGUXLcH1Olmf4S07Np/s200/Cornucopia.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5389163203915249042" /></a><br />In seriousness, I've been battling sickness recently and have been working hard trying to get my store stocked for the impending Christmas season. I've been working with some new materials and trying a few new techniques that I'm very excited about. I've included some pictures for you to peruse while you read. ;) <br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiys-pF7snfljfcvXMNC326iBi4sjrUDlFyib4dN01SHydLg1JGCja-kMU2PdbOjD9QgpUnn5UEXgVWKXNb2S8Ks7ONQkAFYgobashiw8PjwSU1Pq5TdEVwJvn3gw5xvDOrA8YS00PaUQg_/s1600-h/Cascade.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 196px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiys-pF7snfljfcvXMNC326iBi4sjrUDlFyib4dN01SHydLg1JGCja-kMU2PdbOjD9QgpUnn5UEXgVWKXNb2S8Ks7ONQkAFYgobashiw8PjwSU1Pq5TdEVwJvn3gw5xvDOrA8YS00PaUQg_/s200/Cascade.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5389163368977246370" /></a><br />I've also been busy promoting. As listed in a previous post, I was featured in a holiday gift guide on All Strung Out's blog. I will also be participating in Pretty Pink Momma's upcoming Dirty Thirty Birthday Bash Giveaway on her blog, Holly at Her Southern Heart was kind enough to feature me in one of her Feature Friday slots, and I'm still working to finalize several upcoming promotions. <br /><br />So to sum it up, I haven't forgotten about my blog. I just put it on the back burner temporarily. But I'll make every effort to sneak away from work to check in with my followers on a regular basis from now on. Thanks for being patient with me!Bonniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15144534266883518726noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516961001049572879.post-60391948554649239412009-09-18T13:48:00.000-07:002009-09-18T13:58:55.753-07:00Online Craft Fair<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5lcMLaVS-nDOcFvzCR1fk9CdJcFeKmPumljnmJR0JRaTvSHBI37g8dZ5JFSo1F_zZimaow1m2af9fwWCyMbuAy1qflhncKizL9eCtS4uAG6RbLlP1nXvDBN_TEjQR0ShbfEkl0xRjv0pa/s1600-h/ASO.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 54px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5lcMLaVS-nDOcFvzCR1fk9CdJcFeKmPumljnmJR0JRaTvSHBI37g8dZ5JFSo1F_zZimaow1m2af9fwWCyMbuAy1qflhncKizL9eCtS4uAG6RbLlP1nXvDBN_TEjQR0ShbfEkl0xRjv0pa/s400/ASO.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5382914460577671282" /></a><br />Hot Pink Chick is currently being featured in an online craft fair on Nancy Desrosier's "All Strung Out" blog. The post is titled "Relaxed Holiday Shopping" and the idea is to start your holiday shopping at a craft fair that doesn't require you to leave your house or even change out of your pajamas! There are many talented Etsy artists (and me) being featured, so if you have some time stop by and check it out!<br /><br />http://www.allstrungout1.blogspot.com/Bonniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15144534266883518726noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516961001049572879.post-9772447386623856882009-09-16T12:33:00.000-07:002009-09-16T12:45:26.627-07:00Wordless Wednesday 9-16-09MADDIE'S ARTWORK<br />My daughter is very artistic. I'm just trying to get her to use paper instead of her skin...<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZ4jhYybnHeNAC7DSLfFCIIfc-Hedwbnd_L_15vctu_xnhiOV9hmgZxSj3_XfNdrt7BrwxQJ93-KTSihAH9VMHCbkJ8mpYwIgpxbaYbv6ci_l6yBZ7wYxXktpxt6loCK3jRUqBB95FJDf_/s1600-h/Maddie+Hand+Drawing.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 319px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZ4jhYybnHeNAC7DSLfFCIIfc-Hedwbnd_L_15vctu_xnhiOV9hmgZxSj3_XfNdrt7BrwxQJ93-KTSihAH9VMHCbkJ8mpYwIgpxbaYbv6ci_l6yBZ7wYxXktpxt6loCK3jRUqBB95FJDf_/s400/Maddie+Hand+Drawing.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5382152502812829106" /></a>Bonniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15144534266883518726noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516961001049572879.post-14294642554455969562009-09-14T13:39:00.001-07:002009-09-14T15:15:01.110-07:00Beautiful Wedding<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPI9L7OKP68i9YvYB-2FcQycx48y_C1LqdhbIfcjyvGObp95zOuLQgElK7gINXXBOTt6FpuQ97pgH0wGZpDFui_9iKStm7G0j4fHz9uvofXBTkvNIzjOy5LiFpSRMp0LWZ5FGNdkluGZW1/s1600-h/Wedding+Table.JPG"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPI9L7OKP68i9YvYB-2FcQycx48y_C1LqdhbIfcjyvGObp95zOuLQgElK7gINXXBOTt6FpuQ97pgH0wGZpDFui_9iKStm7G0j4fHz9uvofXBTkvNIzjOy5LiFpSRMp0LWZ5FGNdkluGZW1/s320/Wedding+Table.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5381430421909200418" /></a><br />My husband and I attended a beautiful wedding this weekend. Unfortunately, I forgot my camera (not unlike me at all), but I was able to get a few good pictures from my cell phone.<br /><br />The bride and groom were my husband's cousin and his girlfriend of four years. They were married outdoors at the groom's parents house. The walkway was lined with pots of chrysanthemums, the minister was the same man who married the groom's parents 35 years ago and the best man was the groom's sister. The groom wore sandals, the bride's dress was made of deer hide (custom made by a woman who uses the hides of deer that are killed on the road) and the rain (as if on cue) stopped in time for the ceremony.<br /><br />The reception was serenaded by the Manatawny Creek Ramblers (a local bluegrass band), the catered buffet included a pig roast (the unlucky pig was a corn-fed porker from a few towns up the road), the best man/woman gave a toast that left everyone misty-eyed, the wedding tent was in a field and the view was cornfields and sky. <br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPaFxGBVs7myyOm-wnQtC0nAVYnW-j-DpxQHgStQsQFYndjuRm1hGaUy2suD4BR05pPCwj6fRT4Krh5DpiMoknjpq-RABu7fdqr9XyFOsXfHi74tV6uNCR6PsKmBoXs_ImOuDvzwHKiSff/s1600-h/Wedding.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPaFxGBVs7myyOm-wnQtC0nAVYnW-j-DpxQHgStQsQFYndjuRm1hGaUy2suD4BR05pPCwj6fRT4Krh5DpiMoknjpq-RABu7fdqr9XyFOsXfHi74tV6uNCR6PsKmBoXs_ImOuDvzwHKiSff/s320/Wedding.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5381430305923163794" /></a><br /><br /><br />I would say the event was as unique and wonderful as the couple themselves. It was a truly special day and I hope the first of many to come for this great couple. Congratulations Aleks & Mia 9-12-09!Bonniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15144534266883518726noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516961001049572879.post-12687100979246681132009-09-12T19:07:00.001-07:002009-09-12T19:09:37.064-07:00Saturday Night Special 9-12-09Just wanted to inform all blog followers of the Saturday Night Special that Hot Pink Chick is running. Saturday 9-12-09 through midnight only - 20% off entire store of unique handmade jewelry! And as always, FREE worldwide shipping! Don't miss out! www.hotpinkchick.etsy.comBonniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15144534266883518726noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516961001049572879.post-86188653892834145912009-09-11T13:25:00.000-07:002009-09-11T13:30:36.904-07:00My Daughter's New Shirt<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBrS0fRyGfnUGv5N7aKH7HZ6akkfFkf9PYVBR_nE8Ua_8cPrzHw2r5XskixTrzQTyPEpwya8VEZVLM5B9gyP3tASjaH2FgKLZWDCr60fLHyN10S6y3QN-dgX-_7rVM-JfXuKSYpLMf712W/s1600-h/Maddie.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBrS0fRyGfnUGv5N7aKH7HZ6akkfFkf9PYVBR_nE8Ua_8cPrzHw2r5XskixTrzQTyPEpwya8VEZVLM5B9gyP3tASjaH2FgKLZWDCr60fLHyN10S6y3QN-dgX-_7rVM-JfXuKSYpLMf712W/s400/Maddie.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5380309805380054418" /></a><br />Need I say more?Bonniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15144534266883518726noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516961001049572879.post-44078434302749206172009-09-08T08:39:00.000-07:002009-09-11T13:32:21.333-07:0035 Truisms That Couldn't Be TruerThis came to me in an e-mail this morning. I laughed so hard, I just had to share. They originated on www.ruminations.com and have been making their way around the internet. Enjoy!<br /><br />1. There is a great need for sarcasm font.<br /><br />2. I can't remember the last time I wasn't at least kind of tired.<br /><br />3. Bad decisions make good stories.<br /><br />4. How the hell are you supposed to fold a fitted sheet?<br /><br />5. I would rather try to carry 10 plastic grocery bags in each hand than take 2 trips to bring my groceries in.<br /><br />6. The only time I look forward to a red light is when I'm trying to finish a text.<br /><br />7. The letters T and G are very close to each other on a keyboard. This recently became all too apparent to me and consequently I will never be ending a work email with the phrase "Regards" again.<br /><br />8. A recent study has shown that playing beer pong contributes to the spread of mono and the flu. Yeah, if you suck at it.<br /><br />9. Was learning cursive really necessary?<br /><br />10. I have a hard time deciphering the fine line between boredom and hunger.<br /><br />11. Answering the same letter three times or more in a row on a Scantron test is absolutely petrifying.<br /><br />12. Whenever someone says "I'm not book smart, but I'm street smart", all I hear is "I'm not real smart, but I'm imaginary smart".<br /><br />13. I love the sense of camaraderie when an entire line of cars teams up to prevent a dick from cutting in at the front. Stay strong, brothers!<br /><br />14. Every time I have to spell a word over the phone using 'as in' examples, I will undoubtedly draw a blank and sound like a complete idiot. Today I had to spell my boss's last name to an attorney and said "Yes that's G as in...(10 second lapse)..ummm...Goonies"<br /><br />15. What would happen if I hired two private investigators to follow each other?<br /><br />16. While driving yesterday I saw a banana peel in the road and instinctively swerved to avoid it...thanks Mario Kart.<br /><br />17. MapQuest really needs to start their directions on #5. Pretty sure I know how to get out of my neighborhood.<br /><br />18. Obituaries would be a lot more interesting if they told you how the person died.<br /><br />19. I find it hard to believe there are actually people who get in the shower first and THEN turn on the water.<br /><br />20. Whenever I'm Facebook stalking someone and I find out that their profile is public I feel like a kid on Christmas morning who just got the Red Ryder BB gun that I always wanted. 546 pictures? Don't mind if I do!<br /><br />21. If Carmen San Diego and Waldo ever got together, their offspring would probably just be completely invisible.<br /><br />22. Why is it that during an ice-breaker, when the whole room has to go around and say their name and where they are from, I get so incredibly nervous? I know my name, I know where I'm from, this shouldn't be a problem....<br /><br />23. You never know when it will strike, but there comes a moment at work when you've made up your mind that you just aren't doing anything productive for the rest of the day.<br /><br />24. Can we all just agree to ignore whatever comes after DVDs? I don't want to have to restart my collection.<br /><br />25. There's no worse feeling than that millisecond you're sure you are going to die after leaning your chair back a little too far.<br /><br />26. 'm always slightly terrified when I exit out of Word and it asks me if I want to save any changes to my ten page research paper that I swear I did not make any changes to.<br /><br />27. "Do not machine wash or tumble dry" means I will never wash this ever.<br /><br />28. I hate leaving my house confident and looking good and then not seeing anyone of importance the entire day. What a waste.<br /><br />29. I like all of the music in my iTunes, except when it's on shuffle, then I like about one in every fifteen songs in my iTunes.<br /><br />30. Why is a school zone 15 mph? That seems like the optimal cruising speed for pedophiles...<br /><br />31. As a driver I hate pedestrians, and as a pedestrian I hate drivers, but no matter what the mode of transportation, I always hate cyclists.<br /><br />32. Sometimes I'll look down at my watch 3 consecutive times and still not know what time it is.<br /><br />33. It should probably be called Unplanned Parenthood.<br /><br />34. I keep some people's phone numbers in my phone just so I know not to answer when they call.<br /><br />35. I think that if, years down the road when I'm trying to have a kid, I find out that I'm sterile, most of my disappointment will stem from the fact that I was not aware of my condition in college.Bonniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15144534266883518726noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516961001049572879.post-59171252854988687402009-09-04T07:44:00.001-07:002009-09-04T07:46:23.698-07:00Happy Labor Day WeekendI just wanted to wish you all a happy and safe Labor Day Weekend. Enjoy the weather and your families and I'll be back next week.<br /><br />If you have time to shop, stop by my store at www.hotpinkchick.etsy.com for some great weekend savings! See my shop announcement for details.Bonniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15144534266883518726noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516961001049572879.post-65228978746456711722009-09-02T12:55:00.000-07:002009-09-02T12:57:26.088-07:00Wordless Wednesday 9-2-09<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwKJSuXnJnF53IR79KbYNwGU9Xs37vqYS3wHWzLnur8rnHcxlCPgdFin68q_IBxc8c8Ax9ED6q_D8xT-SydM6XmtpVjVUpDHire8NBKkXE-VPj0pa7inaFWE9FQ8HNqYIhK7alqjh3OpjO/s1600-h/Mr+Biggles.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 388px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwKJSuXnJnF53IR79KbYNwGU9Xs37vqYS3wHWzLnur8rnHcxlCPgdFin68q_IBxc8c8Ax9ED6q_D8xT-SydM6XmtpVjVUpDHire8NBKkXE-VPj0pa7inaFWE9FQ8HNqYIhK7alqjh3OpjO/s400/Mr+Biggles.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5376961591250589602" /></a>Bonniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15144534266883518726noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6516961001049572879.post-69976166988205042742009-09-01T09:06:00.000-07:002009-09-01T09:18:51.676-07:00Where Does The Time Go?This Saturday, while I sat at the DMV waiting for my number to be called so my 16 year old daughter could take her permit test, I realized just how quickly time passes. <br /><br />It seems like yesterday when she would curl up on my lap and we'd sing silly songs together. Now I'd have to sit in her lap because she outgrew me a few years ago and if I asked her to sing a song with me, I think she'd reserve a room for me at the funny farm!<br /><br />Her hair (once beautiful ringlet curls, now faithfully straight-ironed daily) that I used to put up in pony tails, I wouldn't even be allowed to touch anymore! Her homework that I used to help her with every night, is now so complicated (College Calculus and Advanced Chemistry, anyone?) that I'd need a PhD just to decipher it!<br /><br />She's looking at colleges, making decisions for her future, planning her adult life. And all I can think is...what I wouldn't give for just one day to have my "little girl" back. Where does the time go?Bonniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15144534266883518726noreply@blogger.com3