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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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Anne,My family and I will be praying for you. 2026 will be a much better year for you, and for…
Thank you so much Lauren. We are looking forward to our other son coming and then we will have a…
Thinking of you Anne during this Holiday Season. I hope you are feeling okay and I hope you are able…
Anne, I also hope that there is relief in sight for you. The winter is long and dark and you…
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Tag Archives: cream
Outfit of the day 19/04/19
I might as well be honest when writing this blog. After all, it is a kind of journal and record for me. So here is the truth: despite the lovely sunshine I am feeling really miserable today. Perhaps it is … Continue reading
Posted in Clothes, Health, Lifestyle, Outfit of the day, Scarves, Wardrobe
Tagged aqua, cerise, Cotton Traders, cream, depression, Ferragamo, gold, Halcyon Days, illness, mental health, navy, Peacocks in Tropical Garden, pink, WoolOvers
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Outfit of the day 21/03/19
Yesterday, everything seemed to come together: it was a lovely sunny day, I felt stronger than usual, and Lovely Husband was quite upbeat as well. A couple of books that I had requested from the Library were ready for pickup, … Continue reading
Posted in Clothes, Jewellery, Lifestyle, Outfit of the day, Wardrobe
Tagged aqua, brooches, butterflies, coral, Cotton Traders, cream, gold, Halcyon Days, Lands' End, navy, pink, Sonrisa Boutique
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Outfit of the day 21/02/19
Time seems to flow really quickly these days. It only seems like a few days since I last went to the hairdresser, but the six-weekly appointment was due today. Both of us have been really struggling this week and I … Continue reading
Posted in Clothes, Hair, Lifestyle, Outfit of the day, Scarves, Wardrobe
Tagged blue, coral, cream, gold, grey, grey hair, hairdresser, Halcyon Days, Hermès, Hotter, Lands' End, navy, Savana Dance, white
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Outfit of the day 27/11/18
Oh, it has been such a nasty wet day! I am feeling quite pleased, though, as I have completed quite a few useful tasks for once. We are madly trying to get all of our household/family paperwork in order and, … Continue reading
Posted in Clothes, Lifestyle, Outfit of the day, Shopping, Wardrobe
Tagged aqua, bangles, blue, cream, earrings, grey, Halcyon Days, John Lewis, jumper, Lands' End, leggings, Marks and Spencer, navy, necklaces, owls, pearls, trousers
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Outfit of the day 12/11/18
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
Posted in Clothes, Handbags, Lifestyle, Outfit of the day, Scarves
Tagged bangles, Cotton Traders, cream, earrings, Escales Mediterraneenes, Halcyon Days, Hermès, jeans, jumpers, lilac, Marks and Spencer, Massaccesi, navy, purple
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Outfit of the day 05/11/18
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
Posted in Clothes, Lifestyle, Outfit of the day, Scarves, Wardrobe
Tagged ankle boots, bangles, boots, cream, Duo Boots, earrings, Halcyon Days, houndstooth, jumpers, Lands' End, navy, Richard Allan, trousers
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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 26/06/18
I am having a very similar day to yesterday. The sun is shining, the flowers are blooming, and the insects and birds are humming and tweeting! And I sat reading and drinking tea in the garden this afternoon. Lovely! 🌞🐞🐝🌹☕⛱☕🌹🐝🐞🌞 … Continue reading
Posted in Clothes, Lifestyle, Outfit of the day, Wardrobe
Tagged bangles, blue, cream, earrings, garden, Halcyon Days, Isle, jackets, Liberty, navy, pendants, Pure Collection, Sainsbury's Tu, shrugs, skirts, vests, white
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Outfit of the day 05/06/18
I did manage a small outing today! It is amazing what the “pull of the library book pile” can achieve. Or the “I have nothing exciting to read” complaint. So, yes, Lovely Husband was kind enough to take me to … Continue reading
Posted in Clothes, Lifestyle, Outfit of the day, Scarves, Wardrobe
Tagged bangles, bias fold, blue, cardigans, coral, cream, earrings, Halcyon Days, Hermès, Isle, John Lewis, Lands' End, MaiTai, Mythiques Phoenix Coloriages, navy, pink, Sainsbury's Tu, scarf rings, t-shirts, trousers, white
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Outfit of the day 29/05/18
I am having another very “droopy” day. The humidity is getting to me and I don’t feel at all well. I did try to go downstairs for a while, but Lovely Husband saw my pale face and sent me back … Continue reading
Posted in Clothes, Lifestyle, Outfit of the day, Scarves, Wardrobe
Tagged Accessorize, cardigans, cerise, cream, earrings, Halcyon Days, pink, tops, WoolOvers
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Thank you for your lovely comment. Best wishes to you and your family, Anne X