Tickled "pink" by the sweet joys of life!

Pink is associated with femininity! This is what comes to people mind when they see #pink color, this is general perception. But pink as a color represents playfulness, romance, and charm. It is a color that blends the passion of Red with the purity of White. Over the years, the definition of Pink evolved. Pink is now also associated with activism, such as for breast cancer awareness, women's rights, and LGBTQ+ rights. I rarely find Men wearing any Pink dress or associate themselves with color Pink. Until, I found this little boy on the street of Nashik.

Wearing a nice dark pink shade shirt and roaming on the street of Nashik near a temple. The color is catchy to get noticed. I notice him from far and went to him for the sandalwood Tilak on my forehead. He was innocent looking but very smart wooing the visitors through his innocent talk. He easily influences me to put the Tilak and get paid. Such kids are struggling for their livelihood. Each of pink has different meaning.

• Light Pink: Often perceived as soft, peaceful, and healing.

• Dark Pink: Can be seen as bold, exciting, and attention grabbing.

As Pink is widely associated with feminism, I found my neice always favoring the color pink. Be it her winter cap or jacket. But she always prefer the light shade than bold pink. A symbol of tenderness, even on her wedding she choose the Pink bridal wear.

I always try to convince that Pink not with feminism, but every time I proved wrong. I found this nice Pink #hat for ladies on my visit to Puri. The hat was selling along the beach side and looks very attractive. Again the color is linked with feminism.

I learned that pink was not gender specific during the 18th century. It is only after the world war 2 the color get associated with different gender. I believe the color should be universally accepted without any discrimination. Found a little pink flower blooming on my sister balcony gave me positive vibes. They were delicate little flowers smiling with the sunrise.

Seeing a pink flower often evokes feelings of warmth, joy, love, and appreciation. The warm, inviting hues can evoke feelings of tenderness and warmth in the viewer. The color's softness connects it to themes of gentleness, innocence, and new beginnings.

I believe that, the little boy on the street and the little flower on the balcony have same story to tell. Both are symbol of innocence and gentleness. In #pink both were blooming and ready to see the world and their different shades.

This is my participation to @qurator 's Photo quest competition for this week.

In good faith - Peace!!