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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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Outfit of the day 22/01/19
I was determined to get up for a while this morning and so forced myself into the shower to wake up properly. These days even having a shower is so hard and I have to go back to bed afterwards … Continue reading
Posted in Clothes, Footwear, Lifestyle, Outfit of the day, Scarves, Wardrobe
Tagged blue, bracelets, Cornelia James, Cotton Traders, Duo Boots, earrings, Ferragamo, gold, green, Isle, joggers, jumpers, leopard print, navy, shoes, tops, WoolOvers
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Update 21/01/19
Unfortunately, I have spent the last three days in bed as I have been very ill, so I don’t have an outfit to show you. Instead, I would like to share this link that I found on The Purse Forum. … Continue reading
Outfit of the day 18/01/19
I had hoped to wear these accessories with the grey twinset that I modelled yesterday, but it has been far too cold today. So, I returned to my trusty navy cotton cable jumper, which is so warm! Another one of … Continue reading
Posted in Clothes, Lifestyle, Outfit of the day, Scarves, Wardrobe
Tagged A L’Ombre des Pivoines, aqua, bangles, blue, counselling, earrings, Hermès, Hotter, Isle, jumpers, Lands' End, navy, pink, shoes, tops, trousers
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Outfit of the day 17/01/19
We didn’t go out anywhere today, but, even so, I decided to try out my new twinset from Lands’ End with some of my accessories. This scarf is a silk mousseline (chiffon) 140cm in grey, turquoise, yellow, tan, black and … Continue reading
Posted in Clothes, Lifestyle, Outfit of the day, Scarves, Wardrobe
Tagged bangles, black, cardigans, earrings, grey, jumpers, Lands' End, Leonard, mother of pearl, tan, trousers, turquoise, white
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Reading roundup 16/01/19
I was on a roll this week and finished three books and have started on a fourth. My concentration levels must have improved a lot! The first book was Iron Gold by Pierce Brown, #04 in his Red Rising Saga. … Continue reading
Update 15/01/19 with new purchases
As you all know, I have become a great fan of Lands’ End clothing. I now have a lot of their stuff and have found that it works for my lifestyle, it lasts and also washes well. My collection of supima … Continue reading
Posted in Clothes, Lifestyle, Scarves, Shopping, Wardrobe
Tagged A L’Ombre des Pivoines, cardigans, grey, Hermès, jumpers, Lands' End
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Update 14/01/19
We had a pretty quiet weekend and I have spent today in bed again. Today’s post will not be an “Outfit of the Day” as I am sure that no one needs to see my ancient pyjamas! When I decided … Continue reading
Outfit of the day 11/01/19
It was my first counselling session today and I was rather nervous about going. I have changed so much with this illness. Only a couple of years ago, I was a really confident driver, happy to find new places, unfazed … Continue reading
Posted in Clothes, Health, Lifestyle, Outfit of the day, Scarves, Wardrobe
Tagged ankle boots, bangles, blue, boots, counselling, Duo Boots, earrings, Grand Tour Collection, Halcyon Days, Hera, jumpers, Lands' End, Liberty, mauve, mental health, navy, pink, shawls, trousers, violet
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Reading roundup 09/01/19
I have a confession to make – I haven’t even finished one book this week! There are excuses reasons. I started a book – Wool by Hugh Howey – over a week ago, got about half way through and then … Continue reading
Outfit of the day 08/01/19
It has been such a beautiful day, cold with clear blue skies. It was also my six-weekly trip to the hairdresser and I was pleased that I felt well and strong enough to go. Afterwards, I walked over to the … Continue reading
Posted in Clothes, Hair, Lifestyle, Outfit of the day, Scarves, Wardrobe
Tagged ankle boots, boots, bracelets, Duo Boots, earrings, Ferragamo, Grand Tour Collection, grey, hairdresser, hairstyles, Hermès, Jaguar Quetzal, jumpers, leggings, lilac, MaiTai, Marks and Spencer, mauve, purple, Sainsbury's Tu
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