Monday, June 7, 2010

Lime Ricki Swimwear {Review, Giveaway & Coupon Code} Fun, Fresh and Modest Swimsuits

{This giveaway is now closed. Thanks to those who entered!}

As soon as the weather even hinted that it might become warm, the racks of the stores around here were overflowing with swimsuits. Everywhere I looked there were signs of the upcoming beach and pool trips that had been in the back of people's minds all winter long.

But... I noticed something. The majority of the swimwear that I saw seemed to fall into two categories. One, the fun, brightly-colored patterned tiny bikinis designed for an age and lifestyle that I'm clearly past. Not exactly appropriate for chasing my toddler and preschooler around in the water, let alone something I would remotely feel comfortable wearing.

The second group of swimsuits? Borrrr-ing. Plain, simple, unflattering one-pieces or tankinis that would provide more coverage but c'mon, would it be that bad to show a small amount of personality in these things? Where was the swimwear that was the best of all worlds, combining fashion, style and color while still being modest and cute?

And then I found it. All along it's been waiting at the touch of my fingertips from Lime Ricki Swimwear.

The hardest part about shopping at Lime Ricki definitely is deciding which of their amazing styles to choose. Halter, racer-back, one shoulder... they have it all in their bright, hip and really fun tankinis and one-piece swimwear. Not only that, there are four different options in bottoms and two cover-ups - with all of the colors and patterns, the possibilities are endless (and really cute)!

Having never worn a V-strap top before, I was eager to see how comfortable the Jennie Tankini Top (shown above) would be in terms of fit and support as well as the length. What I found was that this swimsuit is just as amazing in person as it is in the picture, if not more so! As well as the great combination of the black, white and pop of bright pink, the details in the construction of this tankini really make it a quality piece.

The pink at the top not only adds color but also strength, as the elastic is stretchy but plenty strong enough that this top isn't going slide or droop when being worn. I love that Lime Ricki lined the entire tankini to give it an extra layer of of softness and durability, unlike others that I've seen where maybe only the chest area has a thin lining. Plus, the attached bra pads and shelf bra provide support no matter what size you are, so even if you're larger than a C cup it will hold you in and up and looking great.

Having reached the point where I like a little extra coverage on my swimsuit bottoms, I opted for the Black Cinch Skirt and was really happy with it as well. The built-in bottom is also fully lined and comfortable and having the light, adjustable skirt on top makes me feel a little less exposed to the world. I'd like it if the waist went up a little higher to cover more of my mom pooch, but the tankini top is plenty long enough that nothing peeks out when I'm swimming, playing or lounging in this swimwear.

Lime Ricki Swimwear was created for women to show off their style without having to compromise coverage or comfort. Their modest, high-quality swimsuits are splashy, fresh and fun but still allow you to bend over, dive in the pool or play with your kids without anything ending up out in the open. Forget having to adjust and readjust or worry about how you look and have a good time instead! Really though, how in the world can you pick just one...

When you do finally decide between the amazing colors and styles in one-pieces or tankinis as well as regular bottoms, boy shorts or skirts, you won't be disappointed with Lime Ricki Swimwear. It does run small, however, so be sure to order a size up from what you usually wear and you'll be set to hit the pool or beach looking fashionable and confident. And what would shopping be without a discount, right? Enter the promo code thxmc10 at checkout and save 10% on your order through July 31, 2010!

Plus, thanks to Lime Ricki's generosity, one person will be ready for some summer fun, because...

One lucky person will win their choice of a one-piece or a tankini top and bottom from Lime Ricki! ARV $82!


To enter to win: Visit Lime Ricki and tell me which of the amazing swimsuits is your favorite. It will be hard to choose just one!

Extra Entries (available after the mandatory entry above is completed; please leave a separate comment for each entry in order for them to be counted).

1 Extra Entry (per method) if you follow Lime Ricki on Twitter, follow their blog with Google Friend Connect and/or Like Lime Ricki on Facebook. 1 more Extra Entry if you leave this message on their wall: I want to look stylish while being comfortable in Lime Ricki Swimwear! I just entered to win my choice of amazing swimsuits at Thanks, Mail Carrier! http://bit.ly/94oznn
1 Extra Entry (per giveaway entered) - Enter any (or all) of the giveaways running on Thanks, Mail Carrier for the duration of this giveaway.
1 Extra Entry if you follow me on Twitter and tweet about this giveaway by copying and pasting the tweet below and leaving me the link. Tweet daily for an extra entry every day!

WIN Lime Ricki Swimwear (ARV $82) for style, fun and comfort @thxmailcarrier from @swimLimericki! http://bit.ly/94oznn #win #giveaway

2 Extra Entries (per follow method) if you follow me with Google Friend Connect, subscribe to my RSS feed, subscribe to Thanks, Mail Carrier by email or become a fan on Facebook.
3 Extra Entries if you put my cute button up on your blog. Please leave an address where it can be found.
3 Extra Entries if you blog about this giveaway linking back to Thanks, Mail Carrier and Lime Ricki. Please leave an address where it can be found.

Giveaway will end on July 1st at 11:59pm CST. Do me the favor of leaving an email address or making absolutely sure it is visible in your profile, I have to have a way to contact the winner. The winner will be chosen by random.org and announced here as well as emailed and will have 48 hours to contact me or respond to notification or a new winner will be chosen. This giveaway is open to residents of the U.S., Canada and Europe!

A big thank you to Lime Ricki Swimwear for providing a Jennie Tankini Top and Cinch Skirt Bottom for me to review as well as the swimwear of choice for one lucky giveaway winner. The opinions shared are my own and honest and if you really need to see more, click here to see how I roll.

1,180 comments:

  1. Samantha One-Piece is the swimsuit I think is cute! (~_~)

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  2. A sweet Tweet https://twitter.com/Graylee/status/15652487671 (~_~)

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  3. I posted this message on Lime Ricki's wall on Facebook --> I want to look stylish while being comfortable in Lime Ricki Swimwear! I just entered to win my choice of amazing swimsuits at Thanks, Mail Carrier! http://bit.ly/94oznn

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  4. i love the Lizzie Tankini Top ~!

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  5. i followed lime ricki on twitter with @evajiang

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  7. GFC follower as evil_eva12

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  9. The new Lizzie Tank top is my fave! I love the fun colors!!

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  10. I follow Lime Ricki on Twitter (marieloves_00)

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  11. I'm a fan of Lime Ricki on FB

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  12. You're not kidding...they do have a great selection! My favorite is probably the Jennie Tankini Top and the Pink Bottoms!

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  13. Following Lime Ricki on Twitter @MomBalancingAct

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  14. I follow their blog using GFC

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  15. I am a fan of Lime Ricki on Facebook!

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  16. I follow you on twitter and tweeted: http://twitter.com/MomBalancingAct/status/15658577162

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  21. I am your fan on FB - Jenna G.

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  22. I am your fan on FB - Jenna G.

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  25. SAMANTHA ONE PIECE, BUT MY WIFE MIGHT LIKE SOME OTHER ONE

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  26. My favorite has to be the Tatum Tankini Top with the Brown Bottoms. Cute but covers up the baby belly flab that I can't seem to conquer.

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  27. I tweeted this giveaway!

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  37. The Hallie Tankini Top is super-cute!!!

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  38. I love the Lizzie tankini top!
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  39. The Lizzie Tankini top is my favorite!

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  40. I'm following Lime Ricki on Twitter.

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  41. I Like Lime Ricki on Facebook.

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  42. I wrote on Lime Ricki's FB wall.

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  43. I entered your Activeion giveaway.

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  44. I entered the Equal Exchange giveaway.

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  45. I entered the Yummy Dough giveaway.

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  46. I entered the Sew Cute giveaway.

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  47. Tweeted! http://twitter.com/thelifeofrylie/status/15677570730

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  48. Your cute button is on my blog. (1)

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  50. Your cute button is on my blog. (3)

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  51. I follow Lime Ricki on Twitter (@jkgorcery)

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  52. entered Scrubbing Bubbles Sprayer

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  53. entered The Equal Exchange Fundraiser

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  54. I follow you on Twitter (@jkgorcery) and I tweeted: https://twitter.com/jkgorcery/status/15680944297

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  55. I follow via google friend connect #1

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  56. I follow via google friend connect #2

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  57. I subscribe via google reader #1

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  59. My favorite is the Anne One-Piece.

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  60. I follow Lime Ricki on Twitter.

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  61. I follow and tweeted. http://twitter.com/susanlanai/status/15688832852

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  62. I follow via Google Friend Connect 1.

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  63. I follow via Google Friend Connect 2.

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  64. I'm an RSS Feed subscriber 1.

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  66. I entered your Activeion ionator HOM giveaway.

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  67. I entered your Scrubbing Bubbles giveaway.

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  68. I entered your Clementine Art giveaway.

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  69. I entered your Sew Cute Creations giveaway.

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  70. I like the Claire Tankini Top and the Pink Original bottoms the best!

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  71. I am following you on twitter @tracylr233 and I tweeted!

    http://twitter.com/tracylr233/status/15692249901

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  72. I love the Nicki Tankini Top and the Black Boy Cinch Short

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  73. I like Sally One-Piece. thanks
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  74. i follow you on twitter (@Lubaska) and tweeted
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  75. I follow Lime Ricki on Twitter @Lubaska
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  76. I like Lime Ricki on Facebook (Ľubica Kotmániková)
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  77. I left message on their wall (Ľubica Kotmániková)
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  78. I follow you with Google Friend Connect (1)
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  80. your fan on Facebook (Ľubica Kotmániková) - 1
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  81. your fan on Facebook (Ľubica Kotmániková) - 2
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  82. subscriber to Thanks, Mail Carrier by email 1
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  84. I follow lime ricki blog
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  87. i love the Tatum Tankini Top

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  88. entered yummy dough giveaway

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  89. I really like the Maggie Tankini Top with brown boy shorts. These are so cute!

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  90. I like the Hallie Tankini Top and the original bottom.

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  91. My favorite is this one:

    http://www.limericki.com/browse.cfm/jennie-tankini-top/4,81.html

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  92. FOllowing Lime Ricki on Twitter :)

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  93. Left a message on their facebook wall! :)

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  94. FOllowing with Google Friend Connect #1

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  95. FOllowing with Google Friend Connect #2

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  96. I am a facebook fan :)

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  97. My favorite is the Tatum Tankini Top with the brown boy shorts.

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  98. Following through Google Friend Connect #1

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  100. Email subscriber: mommyisgreen at gmail dot com #1

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  102. tweet: http://twitter.com/MomBalancingAct/status/15713223785

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  103. I really like the Coco swimming suit.

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  104. I follow Lime Ricki on Twitter.
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  105. I follow their blog with GFC.

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  106. Lime Ricki Facebook fan.
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  107. I wrote on their wall.
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  108. I follow you on Twitter, and I tweeted.
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  109. Facebook fan. Chantelle Garrett Jackson. #1

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  111. I like the Sally One-Piece!
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  112. I love the Chloe Tankini Top and the black oridinal bottoms!!

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  113. I follow Lime Ricki on twitter @kelseylaster

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  114. I follow Lime Ricki's Blog with google friend connect

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  115. I like Lime Ricki's on facebook

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  116. I love the Jennie Tankini Top and regular pink bottoms
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  117. I follow swimLimeRicki on twitter-beccaann38
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  118. I follow Lime Ricki's blog via gfc-beccaann38 or rebecca williams
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  119. I entered to win the Clementine Art giveaway
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  120. I entered the Scrubbling Bubbles Fresh giveaway
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  121. I entered the PlaSmart giveaway
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  122. I'm following and I tweeted
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  123. I'm following via gfc-beccaann38 or rebecca williams
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  124. It was hard to choose but i like the Isabelle Tankini Top and the Turquoise Dot Boy Cinch Short


    Thank you

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  125. follow Lime Ricki on Twitter=silverneon2000

    follow their blog with Google Friend Connect

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  126. Left a comment on the facebook page=Londia Smith Berk

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  127. Follow you on twitter=silverneon2000

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  128. follow you with Google Friend Connect,

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    a fan on Facebook=Londia Smith Berk

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  129. follow you with Google Friend Connect,

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  130. Have your button on my blog

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  133. Blogged about this giveaway

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  134. Blogged about this giveaway

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  135. Blogged about this giveaway

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  136. I love the maggie tank top and the cinch skirt bottoms!
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  137. I follow you via GFC! #2
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  138. E-mail subscriber! #1
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  139. I entered the sew cute creations giveaway!
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  140. I love the Charly Tankini Top w/red bottoms!

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  141. I follow Lime Ricki on twitter @jmeelle.

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  142. I like them on FB (jemme e.)

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  143. I left the designated mssg on their FB wall (jemme e.)

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  144. I entered the ActiveIon giveaway.

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  145. I follow you on twitter and tweeted the following~ http://twitter.com/jmeelle/status/15723483810

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  146. 1
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  148. 1
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  149. 2
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  150. 1
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  152. I LOVE the Tatum Tankini top and Turquoise or brown bottoms.
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  153. I subscribe to you!
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  154. I have your button!
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  157. love this:
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  158. I like the Tatum Tankini Top with Brown bottoms!

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  159. FOllowing Lime Ricki on Twitter as @stickyprints

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  160. I follow in GFC as Chris (entry #1)

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  161. It is so hard to pick a favorite but I have to choose the coco. SO CUTE!

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  162. I am following you on twitter @laurenevanss

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  163. I really love the Nicki Tankini Top and and the Black Cinch Skirt With Bottoms.

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  164. I'm following Lime Ricki on Twitter @ThisLittleFamily

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