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About The Librain

Retired School Librarian

Outfit of the day 15/11/18

Posted on 15/11/2018 by The Librain

I continued the grey theme for today’s outfit. There are a few items in my wardrobe in various greys from my working days, although I sent my lovely suits to the charity shop. I am still thinking about adding more … Continue reading →

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Reading roundup 14/11/18

Posted on 14/11/2018 by The Librain

Yesterday I finally finished the book that I started last Wednesday, after writing the Reading Roundup post. It was a long and detailed book in a small print size, so that is why it took me such a long time. … Continue reading →

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Outfit of the day 13/11/18

Posted on 13/11/2018 by The Librain

There are a few things to write about today, apart from my outfit. This morning, I had an appointment with my consultant who oversees all of my medical issues. He is a fantastic doctor, an excellent communicator and very empathetic. … Continue reading →

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Outfit of the day 12/11/18

Posted on 12/11/2018 by The Librain

Whoop! I actually managed to get to the library today! There was a huge bagful of books to return. I now have eight books to make a lovely reading pile on my bedside cabinet. This time I have mainly chosen … Continue reading →

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Happy unbirthday to me!

Posted on 09/11/2018 by The Librain

In the end, yesterday didn’t work out so well. I had hoped we would go out for lunch or even just a cup of tea, but it wasn’t to be. Today has been a lot better. I put on the … Continue reading →

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Happy birthday to me!

Posted on 08/11/2018 by The Librain

Is it that day again? How has it come around so fast! Yes, it is my birthday today – 62, eek! I dragged myself out of bed this morning and put on a very nice outfit, if I say so … Continue reading →

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Reading roundup 07/11/18

Posted on 07/11/2018 by The Librain

I am now down to the final book in my TBR pile and still haven’t been able to get to the library to borrow more! We may be able to go on Friday, but, if not, I will turn to … Continue reading →

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Update 06/11/18 with a Poem

Posted on 06/11/2018 by The Librain

Beneath The Sweater And The Skin by Jeannette Encinias How many years of beauty do I have left? she asks me. How many more do you want? Here. Here is 34. Here is 50. When you are 80 years old and your … Continue reading →

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Outfit of the day 05/11/18

Posted on 05/11/2018 by The Librain

Can’t you tell how much I love my navy cable jumper and cord trousers (both from Lands’ End)? I think it is about time that I had a change of colour scheme for my outfits – teal or turquoise, perhaps? … Continue reading →

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Outfit of the day 02/11/18 and new purchase

Posted on 02/11/2018 by The Librain

Lovely Husband is continuing to improve after his cataract operation, although he is definitely not a good patient as he is so impatient. See what I did there? He usually has a lot of patience (😂), but not where his … Continue reading →

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