April Pink of Perfection Project Roundup

You know what was even better than participating in the April Pink of Perfection Project? Reading about everyone else's dates! I learned many of us share a love for charming bakeries (and the chocolate chip cookies and cupcakes therein), a big ole glass of wine, staying in bed, and enjoying the outdoors (even if it's by way of a city park). But what we all really seemed to have in common is an appreciation for a bit of quiet time with ourselves. I mean, no one took themselves out to da club. So please, stop by each of these blogs to read the juicy details of their dates alone:
EB at Spice Dish decided that in light of an 80 hour work week, her idea of a date was a little more low-key (and a lot more restorative) than hauling her ass across town for a fancy cocktail and dinner.
Sarah at geek + nerd had an entire day of her favorite things, including cookies and cupcakes, and a long walk on the beach.
Christie of The Sweet Beat savored the spring weather on the winding paths of Prospect Park before winding her way to her very favorite patisserie for a cupcake. And her date has a steamy ending!
Lindsay at If I Only Had a Blog fretted about what to wear before taking her new bike on a whirl of a date, including a stop at -- you guessed it -- a super charming bakery (she even bought her date a little token of her affection, which made me swoon!).
L at Sisters of the White Rose climbed into her 500 thread count sheets (!) for a vintage moviefest (!!).
Likewise, Rae at Idle Bohemian decided a quiet night at home with a little Lloyd Dobbler action was just what she needed it.
Faith at Faith Accompli bought herself a bouquet of tulips and enjoyed the underrated pleasure of spending time alone.
As for me, I took a long walk on a sunny Saturday, stopping for an iced latte. Then I window shopped junk at a flea market before heading to the farmer's market to admire all those geraniums and daffodils.
Big thanks again to everyone else who signed up with good intentions: Anita at anita's world, Ann at Annplified, Rachael at Bond Girls and Peach Pits, erosophy, Shauna at Movies with Grandma Joy, and Vic at Vic's Recipes
Tune in tomorrow for May's project!






Comments
All That Heaven Allows from 1955 had a surprisingly advanced theme and was delightful to watch. A favorite scene was when her adult children make her give up the hot, younger Rock Hudson and offer her a T.V.set to take his place. Worth watching. I liked your movie recommendation. I loved the wall paintings in the strip joint and that blue outfit with the white fur collar,a fun off beat movie. It was a great night. Thanks for the idea. L.
Posted by: L at Sisters of the White Rose | May 1, 2008 1:29 AM
Heh, that does sound worth watching! A Woman is a Woman is a movie I like mostly for its style I think -- I love that bare apartment with the lamp they move around, and when Anna Karina fries that one little egg and eats it on the staircase. Ah, to be French...
Posted by: Sarah | May 1, 2008 8:11 AM
Darn it, I'm sorry I missed this!! In my defense, we are in the middle of moving to a new place, my FIL had a heart attack (he is going to be OK), and I just got struck down with a cold this week. I'll definitely make a bigger effort for the next project!
Posted by: Anita | May 1, 2008 11:57 AM
No explanation necessary, Anita. These are supposed to be fun, not guilt-inducing. There's enough of that in life, I think. ;)
Posted by: Sarah | May 1, 2008 12:14 PM
junk shopping AND the farmers market? decadent!! :) This was fun. Thanks Sarah.
Posted by: EB | May 1, 2008 12:45 PM
I just blogged about my courtship with mysefl today, sorry for being a little late with the reporting.
Posted by: shannon | May 1, 2008 3:55 PM
Actually... I did have a date with myself. I know I told you I wasn't sure whether I'd do it or not... but last weekend, my husband was on cross-country (flying) and I had the women's expo (awesome, but stress-inducing). All by myself.
When the expo was over, I ordered a pizza (which I hardly ever do, and it was Pizza Hut too. mmmm) with delicious toppings and extra cheese, and I watched the first two Anne of Green Gables miniseries...es...
I didn't write about it in my blog though. Guess I should've! Maybe this month!
Posted by: Joyful Abode | May 1, 2008 8:29 PM
Anne of Green Gables makes the perfect date!
Posted by: Sarah | May 1, 2008 9:11 PM