Tickled Pink Life

Aaronic Blessing of the Israelites

December 8, 2013

The Old Testament book of Numbers has a small passage in the sixth chapter, whereby God provides instruction to Aaron and his sons on how to perform the priestly blessing over the Israelites. And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying, Speak unto Aaron and unto his sons, saying, On this wise ye shall bless the […]

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Handcrafted and Vintage Baubles Available Now in my Etsy Shop

November 28, 2013

This week I wanted to share some of the really beautiful hand-crafted baubles I’ve been finishing up for my Etsy shop, The Drawing Room at Pemberley. Just in time for after-Thanksgiving online Christmas shopping, these repurposed vintage teacup bird arrangements are treasures of colorful whimsy! Each little bird is perched in lime green reindeer moss, […]

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Ronald Reagan – Veteran’s Day Prayer

November 11, 2013

On this Veteran’s Day, we remember the men and women of our armed services who have sacrificed so much for our freedom. President Ronald Reagan delivered this speech to honor them. May we always remember those who served, and pray for the safety of those who still serve. On the journey toward Home,

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A Wheelbarrow Full of Crowns

October 30, 2013

Last weekend at church, I was delighted to see the choir and orchestra join the Saturday night service. Generally they participate in Sunday worship where the style of music is a bit more traditional, but in honor of Reformation weekend, the normally contemporary Saturday services included some old hymns. There’s just something about singing them […]

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Momentary Separation Awaiting Magnificent Reunion

October 6, 2013

“Someday you may read in the newspaper that Chuck Smith has died. Don’t you believe it! Accurate reporting would say ‘Chuck Smith moved!’ Out of an old, worn-out tent and into a new glorious body like Jesus has. No more groaning, no more pain, no more suffering. Just perfect fellowship with the Lord forever.” -Chuck […]

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Remembering Horseshoe Falls

September 8, 2013

Built in the late 1970’s at the entrance of the new Bonita Tower, this 165-foot circular cascade of water was a much-loved attraction at the Disneyland Hotel. To the loud roar of multiple falls, guests could walk between and behind streams of water. Pathways, pools, and even a small stone cavern were woven throughout the […]

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Harvest Crusade Recap: Greg Laurie Interviews Duck Commander Phil Robertson

September 2, 2013

Over the course of three nights, Pastor and Evangelist Greg Laurie presented a message of hope and redemption to over 105,000 attendees at Angel Stadium. An additional 78,000 viewers from all 50 states and 92 countries watched the Harvest Crusade online. Guests included Max Lucado, Third Day, Colton Dixon, for King and Country, and Phil […]

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Southern California Harvest Crusade Comes to Anaheim this Weekend

August 21, 2013

It’s that time of year again, and preparations for the annual Southern California Harvest Crusade are in full swing! Pastor Greg Laurie will take the stage, Friday through Sunday, August 23-25, 2013 and share the live-giving message of the Gospel. The crusade will take place at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California and as usual, there […]

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We are Jonah

July 28, 2013

The story of Jonah is not only a wild adventure, but an example of God’s love, for both his disobedient servant and for a group of people who didn’t even know him. In the Old Testament, God directs his reluctant prophet to go to the city of Nineveh, and preach to the people about their […]

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Summer Strawberry Cupcakes

July 17, 2013

Here we are in the midst of July and it is hot, hot, hot in Southern California. It seems like we’ve been in the 100 degree range since the end of June! The warmer weather however, has been the inspiration for these sweet colorful treats! After seeing this idea on Pinterest, I wanted to recreate […]