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The Librain
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Former professional school librarian, now retired through chronic illness. Trying to keep cheerful by reading, drinking lots of tea, blogging my new life, and my love of bling!
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Dear Lauren, thank you for commenting. Yes, it was wonderful to spend time as a family. I am hoping that…
Dear Lauren, thank you so much for your comment and your kind words.I am saving up for the blue colourway,…
Gorgeous outfit and accessories Anne! I hope you are able to find a replacement for the shoes that you will…
Anne ! This is so lovely ! I look forward to your modeling photos when you get around to it.…
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Reading roundup 11/07/18
I have finished two books this week and am part way through another two. This isn’t my usual way of reading. Most of the time I complete one book before taking up the next. At the moment, however, with the … Continue reading
Posted in Lifestyle, Reading
Tagged book reviews, books, ebooks, Goodreads, public libraries
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Outfit of the day 10/07/18
I am feeling pleased because I managed to go to my hospital appointment this morning. Due to illness, I have missed the last two, so I really needed to talk to my doctor. Unfortunately, he was not available, but his … Continue reading
Outfit of the day 09/07/18
I am continuing to struggle with this hot weather. Despite us taking all possible measures, our house seems to retain the heat and our bedroom becomes the warmest room during the evening. My breathing is seriously affected and I need … Continue reading
Posted in Clothes, Lifestyle, Outfit of the day, Wardrobe
Tagged bangles, earrings, Etsy, Halcyon Days, Isle, Lands' End, navy, purple, sandals, Suave, trousers, vests
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Update 05/07/18
This will be a very short post as the heat and humidity are having quite an effect on me today. In addition, Elder Son is having his annual day away from home to cope with the loss of his best … Continue reading
Reading roundup 04/07/18
First of all, I must tell you that I have read 56 books in the first half of the year – not bad going I think! Not that I am trying to break any records, of course. I have been … Continue reading
Update 03/07/18: Final transition to grey!
I was so pleased to be able to go to the hairdresser today. The heat was too much for me yesterday and I ended up spending almost the whole day in bed struggling to breathe. It had cooled down a … Continue reading
Posted in Hair, Lifestyle
Tagged going grey, grey hair, hair dye, hairdresser, hairstyles
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Wardrobe planning #28: Wardrobe colour wheel update #02
Back in the early days of this blog, I tried to work out a sensible plan for my wardrobe including clothes, accessories and footwear. I had been, and am still, inspired by the wonderful Vivienne Files website and the way … Continue reading
Outfit of the day 29/06/18
Once again, it has been a gorgeous day so far and I am feeling doubly pleased that we went out as well. Lovely Husband had an important meeting this morning and, while he was out, I made a real effort … Continue reading
Posted in Clothes, Lifestyle, Outfit of the day, Wardrobe
Tagged blue, bracelets, earrings, Etsy, Ferragamo, jackets, kimonos, Marks and Spencer, navy, One Hundred Stars, pub lunch, Sainsbury's Tu, sandals, skirts, Suave, vests, white
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Reading roundup 28/06/18
This post is a day late because I had a pretty awful coughing attack yesterday and was unable to write. I have been able to finish another book today, so that gives me three to tell you about, which must … Continue reading
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