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Retired School Librarian

Update 15/06/20 with some purchases

Sorry, nothing exciting really! But you know how I rate the vests by Lands’ End? I seem to have so many of them already. Anyway, they were on offer the other week and I bought two more. I watch out … Continue reading →

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Update 12/06/20

I had planned a post about a new purchase today, but I had one of my worst coughing/choking attacks this afternoon and am not capable of writing properly. See you next week. Love and best wishes, Anne 💕💗💖💗💕

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Reading roundup 10/06/20

This week, I found a new-to-me author on our library’s ebook catalogue. I also saw that there are several books by this author listed. Now, this always brightens my day because, if I enjoy one book by this writer, then … Continue reading →

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Update 08/06/20 – Letter to the library

This morning, I decided to write a letter to my local library service to thank them for all that they do. Here it is: To: (Redacted) Dear Library Staff, I am writing to you all to thank you for your … Continue reading →

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Update 05/06/20 with a special treat!

You didn’t think that I would manage to avoid spending money during lockdown, did you? I need the occasional treat to keep me going, even if I choose something rather impractical! You will see what I mean in a minute… … Continue reading →

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Reading roundup 03/06/20

I have really enjoyed my reading this week, having finished two great books and now being half-way through a third. The first book was A Little Hatred (The Age of Madness #1) by Joe Abercrombie. Here is the blurb: The … Continue reading →

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Update 01/06/20 with some updating!

As I mentioned a while ago, my post about The Purse Forum and Hermès scarves from 2017 needed checking and updating. It has been one of the most popular posts on the blog and I am so pleased that it … Continue reading →

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Outfit of the day 29/05/20

I am rather pleased with myself today because I have managed two walks around the block this week! It feels like an achievement even though it only takes me ten minutes each time. But that is ten minutes of fast … Continue reading →

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Reading Roundup 27/05/20

Oh dear! I have to admit that I haven’t finished a book this week. Perhaps I have been busy with other things? I am not sure. So, I will write about my current book next week as I will definitely … Continue reading →

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Update 25/05/20

Our days seem to have settled into a rhythm now, depending on whether Elder Son is working or not. They are all so repetitive that there is very little to write about on this blog, sadly. I am too weak … Continue reading →

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