shocking . . . hot . . . blush . . .

shell, coral, salmon, rose, cerise, fuchsia, flamingo, magenta, bubble gum, cotton candy, pepto….

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Who knew there were this many shades of pink?  Who knew there were this many kinds of socks out there?  From Alaska to Florida and from Germany and New Zealand.  From good friends and from we-have-never-met-before friends.  Cozy, fuzzy, soft, long, short, thick, slick, subtle, sharp, loud, polka dots, stripes, flowers, sea horses, stars, hearts, words, paisley, argyle, and plain.  Here are the latest:

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Scottssox

 Stillwinking7

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It's bittersweet to listen to but I'll save you the google:  click HERE to listen on youtube, and HERE is the backstory of the lyrics….scroll way down. 

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I cannot wait to send these pink bins off to the U of M hospital.  I had to spill the secret to two people in order to have someone *on the inside* who could guide me through how to make this sock arrival happen.  You know I will keep you all posted.   My plan is to ship on September 3rd – the kids will go back to school that day so it is offically *launch date*.  I can't believe I am saying this but:  you can stop sending me socks.  If you have some and are ready to post then hurry!!  Luckily I have kept up with labeling them as they arrive.  Andrew was a darling and wrote offering to help as he thought I was buried in pink and therefore couldn't blog.   

Actually, I stepped away from the computer as we had visitors.  Graham's two sisters came from England – and we all had a great time! 

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Comments

17 responses to “shocking . . . hot . . . blush . . .”

  1. Heather Bradley Avatar

    wow…the story of the song, the song, the socks…such sweetness abounds! xo

  2. Uberburber Avatar

    have thoroughly enjoyed following your progress. Congratulations and thanks for all the inspiration!

  3. &rew Avatar

    Glad to hear that you got everything under control, and that the bins are just about ready to go! Congratulations on exceeding the goal – wow! And thank you so much for posting the progress – what a wonderful and inspiring story.

  4. Judy N Avatar
    Judy N

    UNBELIEVABLE!!!

  5. Judy N Avatar
    Judy N

    UNBELIEVABLE!!!! Did you ever imagine?!?! Wish I could be a fly on the wall when these are delivered. This is really amazing. Can’t wait to hear how they were received but I may need to….I will be in Texas until Sept 6th.
    Until later,
    Judy N

  6. Laurie Mika Avatar

    Is it too late to send pair # 662? Haven’t been here for awhile and now I see what I missed! You are incredible, Michelle….your sister is smiling down and saying “sock it to me, baby”!
    Talk soon….and let me know about sending more pink socks! It is actually a great idea for breast cancer patients and caregivers as well….you could start a sock revolution!
    Love, Laurie M.

  7. Maj Carita Avatar

    Michelle, you really make a difference in this world! Thank you for your thoughtfulness!

  8. kim mailhot Avatar

    This is so magnificient Michelle ! Who knew love could take the form of pink socks ? Just incredible… I feel so lucky to be just a littlrt of it ! Thanks and hugs !
    Kim
    PS – Listened to “Shannon” and added some tears to the pot…I remember loving that song when I was a kid too !

  9. kim mailhot Avatar

    That was supposed to read “a little part of it” – argh, typos..need to slow down sometimes ! 😉

  10. Janine Avatar

    Fantastic Michelle! Congratulations…. I too would love to see the reaction when the socks arrive! xoxo

  11. Linda Warlyn Avatar
    Linda Warlyn

    I can’t wait to see the end (or really the beginning) of this incredible story when the socks are delivered to 7B!! I couldn’t be happier for you, Michelle!! Great to see that you had some fun diversion with your cute sisters-in-law. xoxo

  12. Robin Orewiler Avatar

    This is so cool, Michelle. The nurses are going to love those pink bins. I’m so happy that you exceeded your goal. You’re a great sister!

  13. Elizabeth Woodford Avatar

    HOW COOL IS THIS!!!! Those nurses aren’t going to put on their shoes!!!!!! Oh the love that they are going to feel-how incredibly spectacular!!!
    Love comes in so many forms, the key is remembering to let people know and to pass it on!!
    YOU ROCK, Michelle!!
    Big Hugs!
    Elizabeth

  14. inge Bekaert Avatar

    “pink wink” is still going on ! I had to tell the story of Shannon and you already several times and I even got a “pink wink” back from my collegue..
    It seems that there is also a very beautiful movie called “paying it forward!” Two of my collegues saw it and says it’s a must see, so I have to google for it…
    Do you send the socks or do you deliver them yourself ? I wish someone could film the faces of the hospital staff…
    The “pink wink” won’t stop here !
    xoxo
    Inge

  15. Rita Avatar
    Rita

    Michelle,
    What a beautiful way to celebrate Shannon’s life.
    Its brought so much joy and inspiration to so many of us.
    PINK SOCKS will forever have a new meaning.
    They speak of sisterly love, the importance of caregiving, & sincere acts of kindness spread throughout America & countries abroad.
    May your heart be healed with thousands of “PINK WINKS” to last a lifetime.
    Here’s winking at ya,
    Luv, Rita
    PS Can’t wait to hear about the hospital’s reaction !!!!

  16. Lisa Hoffman Avatar

    Listen….you can hear the foundation of the house groaning under the weight of 650+ pairs of socks. Each one carries a message of love, whispered from the sender to you, the staff and a promise that we won’t forget the wonderful woman that lives on in your heart. We didn’t meet her, and yet…we know her.
    Oh…and:
    ….Grahams sisters are adorable!…. Looks like the girls finally have the boys outnumbered at Casa Ward…..

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