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Feeling in the Pink in Devon
Shopping in Salcombe
“In the Pink” = in perfect condition, especially of health
The general usage of this phrase has altered somewhat since it first entered the language. The earliest citations of ‘in the pink’ are from the 16th century and, at that time, the meaning was ‘the very pinnacle of something’, but not necessarily limited to health. Phrases.org.uk
Salcome is a great favourite of mine – many happy memories of camping at East Portlemouth of Prawle Point, and using our little boat to cross to the Ferry Inn.
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Copyright Debbie Smyth, 29 August 2015
Travel with Intent 
What a lovely little shop! I love pink too, by any definition!
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love this photo! In the PINK indeed!
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I think I would be smiling the entire time I was inside this cute little pink shop.
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It definitely has a smiley vibe!
On Sat, Aug 29, 2015 at 10:13 PM, Travel with Intent wrote:
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I’d be tempted to walk into that shop!
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What a wild color!
Jade/Shadows/Six Words
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When growing up, heard that said many times. Do not hear as much now. Great pink building. I am sure the lady was not aware of picture being taken.
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What a gorgeous little shop and that pink is not out of place. Glad you’re in the pink and enjoying Devon, a most beautiful part of the country. x
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Devon helped put me in the pink!
On Sat, Aug 29, 2015 at 2:26 PM, Travel with Intent wrote:
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I was unaware of the earlier (broader) connotation. Thanks.
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Oh, and GLAD you’re in the pink!
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of = or!
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Salcome is a great favourite of mine – many happy memories of camping at East Portlemouth of Prawle Point, and using our little boat to cross to the Ferry Inn.
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Ah, my father occasionally used that phrase…tongue in cheek!
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Beautiful photo and phrase ( which I didn’t know , at all!)
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