Let's talk about pink ...

Pink ...

INTRODUCING PINK

Brighter pinks are youthful, fun and exciting while vibrant pinks have the same high energy as red. They are sensual and passionate without being too aggressive. Toning down the passion of red with the purity of white results in the softer pinks that are associated with romance and the blush of a young woman's cheeks.

It's not surprising that when giving or receiving flowers pink blossoms are a favorite. Pink is the color of happiness and is sometimes seen as lighthearted. For women who are often overworked and overburdened, an attraction to pink may speak to a desire for the more carefree days of childhood.

HOW THE COLOR PINK EFFECTS US?

* Bright pinks have the same effect on us as red. They stimulate energy and can increase the blood pressure, respiration, heartbeat, and pulse rate.

* Bright pinks also encourage action and confidence.

* Pink has been used in prison holding cells to effectively to reduce erratic behavior.

PINK AROUND THE GLOBE

* The pink ribbon is an internationally recognized symbol of hope and awareness in the fight against breast cancer.

* In Japan, the color pink has a masculine association. The annual blooming of the cherry trees, with it's pink blossoms, each spring ( the Sakura ) is said to represent the young Japanese warriors who fell in battle in the prime of life ( the Samurai).

* The city of Jaipur City is a foremost tourist attraction in India because of its superlative forts, grandiose palaces, vivacious temples, multicolored bazaars, pulsating streets and its distinguished pink color to which the city owes its oft-used name 'The Pink City'.

* Marrakesh is another city associated with the color pink. It is sometimes refered to as the "Rose City", describing it's salmon pink colored buildings and the red clay of it's terrain.

INTERESTING INFORMATION ABOUT PINK

* In 1947, fashion designer Elsa Schiaparelli introduced the color hot pink into western fashion. She dubbed the shade "Shocking Pink", though today the color is more associated as "magenta".

* Since the color pink is said to have a tranquilizing effect, sport's teams sometime paint the locker room, to be used by their opposing teams, pink.

* Some studies of the color pink suggest that male weightlifters seem to lose strength in pink rooms, while women weightlifters tend to become stronger around the color.

* Pastries taste better when they come out of pink boxes or served on pink plates (it only works with sweets). Pink makes us crave sugar.

PINK AS A SIGNATURE COLOR

* Pink: Known for her punk rock appearance, Pink is a talented singer-songwriter.

* Carrie, Sex and the City: This fictional character, portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker, loves fashion and frequently dresses in pink.

* Elle Woods, Legally Blonde: Played by Reese Witherspoon, this fictional blonde loves everything pink.

COMPANIES OR BRANDS IDENTIFIED WITH PINK

* Victoria’s Secret
* Pepto-Bismol
* Mary Kay
* Thomas Pink: With a wonderful reputation for the finest luxury shirts and accessories Pink has become an international success story with stores in the UK, US, Europe and Far East.
* T-Mobile: The Magenta "T" is easily recognized as the symbol for T-Mobile.
* Owens Corning Insulation
... just to name a few.

THE LANGUAGE OF PINK

* Tickled pink: to be happy.
* In the pink: in good health; This phrase hasn't always had this meaning. See what it originally meant.
* Pinking shears: scissors with serrated blades.
* A pink elephant: term to describe hallucinations during intoxication.
* Pinkie finger: the smallest finger on the human hand.
* Pink slip: notice that employment is ending
* Pink collar: refers to a particular class of jobs once only filled by women.

QUOTES ABOUT PINK

* "Pink is the navy blue of India."Diana Vreeland
* "I fell off my pink cloud with a thud." Elizabeth Taylor

SONGS WITH PINK IN THE TITLE

* "Mr. Pink Eyes" by The Cure on The Lovecats single
* "Pink" by Aerosmith
* "Pink & Blue" by OutKast on The Love Below
* "Pink Cadillac" by Bruce Springsteen
* "Pink Cashmere" by Prince on The Hits 1
* "A Pink Dream" by The Cure on the Mint Car single
* "Pink Elephant" by Cherry Poppin' Daddies
* "Pink Houses" by John Cougar Mellencamp
* "Pink Maggit" by Deftones
* "Pink Panther Theme" by Henry Mancini

PINK IN THE GARDEN

* The water lily (Nymphaea) has been casting its spell on humans for thousands of years, enchanting even the earliest civilizations. This mysterious beauty rises from the deep, leaves floating serenely on the surface, exquisite blossoms appearing as if by magic.

* Once the province of grand palaces and public gardens, the water lily is finding its way to the home garden. Better Homes and Garden teaches you how to plant and care for waterlillies.

A TASTE OF PINK

* A tropical citrus fruit, named because it grows in grapelike clusters, Grapefruit is a cross between a sweet orange and a pummelo, and was introduced to Florida from the Bahamas in 1823. There are two main varieties: seeded and seedless. They are also split into color classifications white (yellowish-white flesh) and pink (flesh ranges from pale yellow-pink to bright ruby red). Pink grapefruit has a higher amount of vitamin A. The skins of all varieties are yellow, some with a pink blush. Recipezaar.com

* Cotton candy was invented in 1897 by William Morrison and John C. Wharton, candy makers from Nashville, Tennessee, USA. They invented a device that heated sugar in a spinning bowl that had tiny holes in it. It formed a treat that they originally called "Fairy Floss." As the bowl spun around, the caramelized sugar was forced through the tiny holes, making feathery candy that melts in the mouth.

THE SCENT OF PINK

* Victoria's Secret PINK® Eau de Parfum Spray? Think bright, effervescent. Sophisticated. Sexy. Modern. Confident. Playful. Dab it on. Expect the unexpected.

* Grapefruit: A tart citrus Grapefruit scent. A great refreshing summer scent. Aromatherapy benefits: Balancing, refreshing, cheering.

* Peony: A scent as sweet and fragrant as the flower itself. A great spring, summer scent. Aromatherapy benefits: Soothing, Romantic, calming, uplifting. Scent It.com

* Bubble gum was the original scent of the pink colored Magic Scents Crayons from Binney & Smith Inc. introduced in 1994 with mostly food scents. There were numerous reports that children were eating the food-scented crayons, so the food scents were retired and replaced with non-food scents. The scent for the color pink became "shampoo".

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I'll get up early with my trusty alarm clock ...



I can spend the morning cleaning my Jeep ...



All decked out with it's snazzy steering wheel cover ...



Garden in the afternoon without worry for my manicure because I'll have my gloves ...



I can zip to the store for groceries on my scooter ...



Looking all stylish and trendy in my pink boots ...



For dinner I can whip up a tasty casserole in my Chasseur pot ...



While I chit-chat with my best buddy Vega on my Motorola phone ...



And I won't worry about overcooking dinner 'cause I'll be wearing my stunning Ted Baker Diamante watch ...



While wearing my warm and fuzzy Eskimo slippers ...



After dinner I can take a warm bath and dry off with my oh so soft towels ...



And relax after my long day of car care, gardening and cooking with my iPod tunes ...



In my bean bag chair ...



Basking in the glow of my hippie Lava Lamp ...



Snuggled up with my silk blankie ...



And my Funky Monkey pj's ...





Namaste, y'all ...