Next up in our You Should Know series, and the last of our Tickled Pink team members, is (drumroll, please) yours truly! Writing my own intro is a little awkward but HI! I’m the owner of Tickled Pink, lover of mixing pretty, eclectic and green into one, coffee addicted and an ever-evolving and growing gal. I feel super blessed that I get to raise three spunky kids and go to work being creative, as an entrepreneur, and making celebrations both pretty and entertaining.
First 3 things I do when I wake up: With three small children the chances are high lately that someone has woken me up in the middle of the night so first I usually think “how is it already morning??”. Then I go straight for the coffee. I really have a hard time communicating until I’ve had coffee. I love to walk or jog first thing, but more often than not I’m waking up to someone asking for juice or waffles so I’m stationed in the kitchen and trying to get people out the door.
Go-to uniform: Always something comfortable. Mostly I can pass for “art teacher chic”. Lately, bright lipstick with any outfit.
Best advice I’ve ever received: My grandfather’s mother always told him to “Hold your head up high and be somebody!” and he has passed the advice along through our family. It has given me encouragement to be confident. Usually just being confident helps get you started and the rest will follow.
Truth or Dare: This just scares me either way.
On a free Saturday I… am with my family and spending time outside. I’ll run with the dog in the morning and then come home and play games with the kids. We’ll all go to lunch or the farmer’s market and eat too much kettle corn. We always have some house project going on, so many weekend afternoons my husband, who is the handiest husband of all, is remodeling, planting, or fixing something. Ideally we can snag a sitter on a Saturday night and head out for dinner and drinks with friends for a couple hours. We tend to go out early and get home fairly early. Kids get up with the sun no matter how late the parents were out!
Adventure I’d love to take: I have a major travel itch going on. My list currently includes Mexico, Machu Picchu, and a long stay in a Tuscan villa. I have no real preference on what order those things happen in but they are all on my mind.
Soundtrack lately: Kodaline radio on Pandora. Other than that I am stuck in 90’s alternative and am fine staying there.
Best thing I’ve ever eaten: Most memorable meal has to be at Sierra Mar restaurant at the Post Ranch Inn in Big Sur. Every course was to die for. I was served what I can only describe as a fairy garden on a plate. I don’t think there was a crumb left when I was done with it.
Always makes me laugh: My husband, Sam! He is really the funniest person I know. I’m so thankful and lucky to be able to be silly and laugh so hard in our marriage.
Actress that would play me in a movie: She’s much funnier than me, but I would love for it to be Leslie Mann.
My necessary extravagance: Massages. What a wonderful way to take a break and take care of yourself. Pam at 5th Element Spa is so gifted.
On my bedside table: My iPad, hand lotion, and a glass of water.
Top inspirations: Nature. Quietly strong women. Vibrant color. My mom, who was a great wife, cook, and lived life on her own terms.
The age I am at heart: Much older than my 32 years.
Favorite distraction: Instagram, and blogs like Cup of Joe, Mother Mag, and The Chalkboard
Favorite part of a wedding: Right after the ceremony. It’s all nerves until the couple says “I do” but there’s this huge smile and relief right after the ceremony when the couple can take a big breath and start enjoying the party.
Stay tuned next week for another interview from a mega-inspiring girl who you will definitely want to get to know! To see previous Q&As check here.
A truly amazing lady who continues to inspire me!
She is amazing and inspiring. And this is a very fine blog I will share with my clients!