THE PINKNESS OF ANOTHER SATURDAY!

A recent visit to the Square in Independence, MO, led me to my friend's  delightful shop.  It is named Luticia Clementine's---after her Grandmother!

Anyway, I parked my car and was leisurely strolling to her shop. . . . . . . . .

 

 

 

 

just taking my sweet time and enjoying the beauty of the fine summer day. . . . . .

 

 

 

looking forward to seeing Shar's sweet, smiling face. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

 

when I noticed something very, very "un-Shar-like" positioned beneath her sign.

 

 

Whoa!  What on earth was I seeing? . . . . . . . . . . .

 

 

With knees making a popping sound, protesting the squatting position I put myself in, I examined the PINKNESS of this PLASTIC FLAMINGO!!  Has my typically tasteful friend lost her fine decorating mind?

Snatching up that little bird, I walk into her shop.

 

Thrusting the PINK plastic form into her hands, I say to her----"Do you honestly think this is a  look that goes with your Luticia Clementine's vision?"

She was clearly puzzled by what I was talking about--- and how the Pink Flamingo landed under her sign.  (Note that "clearly puzzled" look on her face.)

But . . . . . . . . . . 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Being the perfect hostess, with a soft heart (AND a fondness for PINK herself---see the shirt she has on!) she gave the Flamingo a little hug and said, "You just look around the shop as much as you want---make yourself at home my little Pink friend!"

And with that. . . . . . .off he went!

 

 

 

First, he headed for the "Baby Corner" and inspected the sweet pink outfit and the darling little BUNNY lamp - - - - ooh, I'm thinking.  He can't be all bad!  He obviously has an eye for Pink and Bunnies.  I found myself softening.

 

 

Still in the "baby corner", he checked out a precious little Pink diaper bag which contained---yes, oh, yes---a Pink bottle!

 

 

Then he flew up to the display of the soft photo albums and selected a Pink one. 

While looking through the pages, the little stuffed Bunnies hopped on his back for sweet little rides around the store!  "WEE" you heard them say as he sailed near the original tin ceiling, then swooped back to their display location, letting them hop happily off!

Oh, that Flamingo was a charmer-----

 

Next, the PINK FLAMINGO perched himself amidst the enticing cake mix display---naturally, zeroing in on the Pink wrapping of the Coca-Cola Cake Mix. 

With a wink at me he asked if I would put the bag of cake mix on Shar's check-out counter--he was starting a little "pile" of items he wanted to buy.

"How is he going to pay?", I'm thinking to myself.

 

I had to show him one of my favorite items----this wonderful purse with the large Pink flower.  He examined the interior and remarked it was very well made and would probably hold a lot of stuff!

 

Oh, then he was fascinated by the CD's and Pink "back to school items"!  

But he quickly flew to the top of the fireplace. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

 

 

and there he admired a lovely Pink floral embellished plate.  OHHHH! he DOES like the finer things in life I thought.

On the fireplace hearth, he sniffed the PINK bouquet atop one of the darling  "mini-cake plates" Shar creates using candle sticks and unmatched dishes----sweet!

 

From the fireplace, the Pink Flamingo made his way up the steep flight of stairs to Shar's second floor, admiring the lovely hammered aluminum trays temptingly mounted on the wall!!

 

He was absolutely fascinated by the gorgeous PINK dishes he located on one of the shelves!  I was liking this boy more and more!

 

We made it back downstairs and Shar "rang US" up----yep, I had to pay!  He said he didn't have pockets to hold his money and I felt sorry for him by then.

Shar put the purchases in one of her sweet bags. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

 

and gave the PINK FLAMINGO a little hug "good bye". 

She knew I was a sucker------I paid for his loot AND

 

I gave him a ride back to my house!  He LOVED the ride in my van---he kept wanting to hang out of the window the entire trip!!!

Of course, THE STONE RABBIT (on the far right) and the rest of the yard gang were thrilled to see the PINK FLAMINGO join the group.

They are such an open-minded circle of friends.  They always have room for more and they accept new friends just they way they are---even if they happen to be plastic and PINK!

Ok!  NOW the real fun begins!  Please hop over to Beverly's at HOW SWEET THE SOUND for links to several other bloggers who are sharing wonderful posts today in honor of another Pink Saturday!!!

Have a terrifically PINK Saturday----I will!

DANA

Comments

[Beverly]

OMG, Dana. I am laughing so hard that I have tears rolling down my cheeks. (The face cheeks, that is!)

You have definitely developed a pink eye - oh, I guess it sounds better to say an eye for pink.

I spent most of my life in South Florida, and I have loved flamingos since I was a little girl. I do admit that we never had our very own pink flamingo, though. Yours looks so happy there with TSR and friends.

Your friend's store is divine, and I don't believe I have ever had a better tour than given by your flamingo. By the way, is it a boy flamingo or a girl flamingo?

[Joy]

What a charming story paired with darling photos.

[Jeanne]

Dana. I love your flamingo post today. I was totally entertained and so loved everything the flamingo looked at. Smart bird. He even has a new home. Or did he live there before? It seems like I remember him. Maybe not. smile!

Love ya, Jeanne

[Sue]

Dana,
Just came by for Pink Saturday from Beverly's. What a gorgeous shop. I love the blue chair or sofa in the picture with the owner. If you get a minute could you email me the shop information so I could contact them.
Thanks,
Sue

[Lynn @ theVintageNest]

You made my Saturday with your charming story. Lucky the pink flamingo that gets to go home with you and live with the stone rabbit. ~ Lynn

[Darlene]

Dana,
I have to say since I have discovered your blog I always look forward to seeing what the stone rabbit is doing.

You ABSOLUTELY need to write childrens books!!! You have the most charming way of telling a story.

Anyway, loved all the pink and I'm glad the flamingo gets to hang with the stone friends. lol....

[Shay]

Oh you are so clever and fun! I'm going to have to find your friend's shoppe since my daughter moved to KC and I'm up there almost every other week! Looks like a good change of pace from Cargo Largo! Blessings, Shay

[ellen b]

Well Dana, I can see you are a gal that likes a good time. I sure enjoyed my little trip with you and the pink flamingo. Looking forward to visiting again. I've joined in for pink S. for the first time today and you are inspiring me to step it up a notch next week :0)

[Shelia]

Morning Dana! What a fun post! I'm really beginning to look forward to coming to see you. Sweet pink Flamingo! Looks as if he had a ball. And that Stone Rabbit - such a sweetie to include the pinkness! Have a wonderful weekend and be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)

[Deborah]

Lawdy, lawdy! This has got to be the CUTEST post. What a wonderful way to start my day! I just may have to come back to read this again.
What an adventure!

I posted pink flamingos last Saturday - they are beautiful!

Hugs and many thanks for this delightful post!
Deborah

[Rhonda]

Dana, What a charming pink post! I would have loved to join the flamingo to check out this amazing shop! Glad the story had a happy ending, and he made new friends! :)
~Rhonda

[suesue]

what a charming post-i love pink flamingos and your story was so funny! can't wait to see if he goes anywhere else this summer. thanks for the laugh. suesue

[dawn]

Dana, I can't tell you how much I enjoy reading your posts! You had me smiling the entire time! I will tell you that I wore red shopping last week and it didn't have the same effect as the pink. I thought with the some color family and all I'd have someone notice!

Happy Pink Saturday!

Take care,
Dawn

[Margie]

Tee hee hee! I LOVE to start my day with a good giggle! Thank you for giving me one! That pink flamingo is soooo cute, makes me want to go out and find one myself!

- Margie

[shirl]

Hi, Happy Pink Saturday!
What a cute post, well he made is way all around that shop! I always look forward to coming to your blog. Thank you for sharing!
Blessings, Shirl
Shirls Rose Cottage

[Schotzy]

Dana, your precious post has put a giddy giggle in my voice and a perky smile on my face this morning which heretofore has been somewhat downtrodden! Thanks so much for brightening my day!!

[rue]

Dana... you make me laugh everytime I come over here and pink Saturday is always so much fun :)

rue

[karen]

Such beautiful pink treasures, thank you for the tour of the shop. I am so glad that you brought home that gorgeous pink flamingo. He looks cute in your garden. Karen

[Betty @ She's Sew Pretty]

Oh! That was a fun shopping trip and such a cute pink shopping companion! Thanks!

[marianne]

oh my gosh, what a priceless post! very clever and totally fun shopping in all the pink goodies. and a fun coincidence... I actually have a pink flamingo as my Pink Saturday today too!! ;) have a great day!

[Maryjane]

Hello Dana!

Love your CUTE PINK posting!!! You put a lot of effort in for PINK Saturday! Made me giggle for the day!

Hugs,
Maryjane

[Jan & Tom Tanis]

Oh, Dana...this is my first visit here I think...and your story was soooo sweet!! I loved it!! And the Flamingo really did have VERY good taste!!

~Blessings,
Jan

[Rhoda]

Dawn, what a witty & fun way to tell your pink story. That was SO cute, I loved it!

Rhoda

[Stephanie]

Ahhh, it doesn't get any better than this! How Cute!! But I bet "He" is a "She"!!! LOL

Loved your post today, sweetie, & especially love Shar's shop!! That little bunny lamp needs to hop down to TX!!

Hugs,
Stephanie
Angelic Accents

[Cathi]

A Pink Saturday post that made me smile and laugh. Thank you so much!
Mine's up too although it now seems quite boring!!

[Teresa@PlumWater Cottage]

What a cute post...and what a wonderful shop your friend has.

[Rachel Going]

How adorable. I didn't know about pink Saturday!xorachel

[Alauar Parrish]

Dana; I just got a big tickle out of your post. You told such a cute one. I am sure he is happy at his new home with his new family. You have such a big heart. thank you for the smile you put on my face.

Hugs;
Alaura

[heididevlin]

HI Dana, Such a story all about the adventures of a "pink flamingo"!...Your friend's shop looks delightful!!!...Heidi :)

[fitty]

hehehehe.. this is so funny.. thank you for making me laugh.. hehehehe.. nice! have a super day!

[Diane@A Picture is Worth]

That is so cute! Another creative Pink Saturday post!

[Donna]

Dana,

I love your post! What a clever idea!

Hope you have a wonderful "PINK SATURDAY"!

Donna

[An Enchanted Cottage]

OMG - I love your sense of humor!! And pink flamingo's!! And tell Shar that if I didn't live in New England, she'd be sick of seeing my face because I would be at her shop ALL the time!!! I'm so happy that all the stone animals welcomed pink flamingo with open arms (and paws!)... Thanks for the great laugh!!... Donna

[Jean]

Dana, Keep up the great posts - since I never quite know what to expect from The Stone Rabbit, I must come check it out every day or so!
Fun stuff, thanks! ;-)

~Jean
Ms. Daisy
The Daisy Chain

[Anne Fannie]

Dana, Ok, that is the best Pink Saturday Post I have looked at (and I started at the bottom of the list and worked my way up)
It was great. Years back I stole a pink flamingo from my friends yard here in California and I brought it with me to Australia on a vacation (she didn't know I took it) I took pictures of flamingo everywhere we went and the Flamingo would send the pictures with little notes to her on where he was. It was hilarious!
Thanks for the laugh!
Love, Ann

[Kim V]

You do know how to tell a story! I really look forward to your posts! (Tell your pink friend that I think I have 2 of his friends in my garage attic...hmmm maybe they need to come out a visit with the bees in my pumpkin patch).
Have a wonderful day!
Kim

[Joanna {sweet finds}]

You crack me up! Love your post. xoxo, Joanna

[Pat]

Hi Dana

I just saw your comment at the back porch. I can't find your e-mail. Mine is [email protected]. I'll see if I can help with your Troy ??.

I love this post. I think I may have been in this shop. We love that area of Independence.
I just published my 200th post and have a giveaway.
Pat

[Shayla]

Dana, you're such a great story teller! I really enjoyed your post and thanks for your kind words when you stopped by to visit me.

[Susan M Hickam]

what a fun post! you made me chuckle and smile while i enjoyed reading it. Keep up the good work!

[mary]

Thanks for the chuckle! What a beautiful shop -- filled with lovely things.

Thanks for your comment on my blog. I'm glad that your daughter liked her "gently worn" bench!
xoxo,
Mary

[Nancy@MyCraftyLittlePage]

Love that pink flamingo and his shenanigans! He gets around a bit more than the Stone Rabbit but how wonderful they all get along so well - just like us bloggers! Have a great Sunday - Nancy

[Marina Capano]

Ha ha ha !!!what fun post! I love its!What a charming story paired with darling photos. Love your CUTE PINK posting!!congratulation...you have a nice blog!!!
I will add in my links! I would visit you soon!
xoxo

[DebraK]

That was the cutest! I enjoyed the tour.
DebraK

[sharleen]

Dana, my friend,...you are a star reporter! I so loved the day with your pink flamingo and I was just kidding with the puzzled look...let him know I loved having him adorn my shop for a day. He is welcome anytime! My fluffy rabbit thought he was mighty cute.

[Pat]

This was hysterical Dana! Sorry I was reading your posts backwards to catch up -- so NOW I know how the pink flamingo got into the act in your current post!! LOL!!

You make Pink saturday's fun! I keep promising Beverly I'll join in but I don't own a single pink thing! LOL

Hugs, Pat

[Nikki]

Dana you crack me up!! That was halarious. Ok, but seriously now, I want that black and white purse with the huge flower!!
Nikki