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End of year review
A lot of fashion bloggers are taking a moment as this time of year to review the past 12 months, showing their favourite outfits and special moments. I intended to do this myself and then I remembered that my blog has only been up and running for 6 months and therefore doesn't really merit such a review. Instead I thought I'd share some thoughts and images from my other passion, sea swimming. Wait! Oh dear, I fancy I've just heard a (virtual) door slam as many readers have just scarpered. But for those who remain let me start with the view down to my favourite beach, Appletree Bay. This was taken in early December and is the sight that greets me after a brisk uphill cycle at about 7.30 in the morning. As the cove is about half a mile from home, it's far enough to prepare me for the icy dip which is my true wake-up call.
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Thank you for this Anna, it's Wonderful, and you're blooming MARVELLOUS aren't you? I love that you "warned me against" this post in your comment yesterday :) As if I'd slam a door on you!!! I've already told you your lifestyle really interests me as I'm headed for an island existence, and I'm determined to follow your inspiring example and get a MediterraneanMeditation every day (Umbi too!)
ReplyDeleteLovely too that your pretty outfit got left out of your 2015 posts, and we see it here! I'm a big fan of customized buttons.
Hope you have a Very Happy New Year,
Baci Sxx
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Such lovely feedback Sally, thank you. Island life is a blessing and I can't wait to hear about yours too. Keeping a sense of balance is important to me and this is what works in my lifestyle. Glad you like the outfit x
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I LOVE to hear about your life in the Scillies! I'd love to swim in the sea like that- the Jubilee pool looks magnificent too!!! Your beach is unbelievably beautiful!
ReplyDeleteThat outfit is really beautiful and ladylike too- the cardie is very pretty, more so because of those buttons and the beautiful dress!!! Swoooon!x
Hey Kezzie, if you bring your cossie we can have a dip in the sea in July! Wouldn't that be great to add to your island experience? I've three of these cardie's all customised with different buttons. I just love 'em x
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Happy New Year, Anna! So cool seeing where you swim. I could swim in the ocean here, but brrrr...the Pacific is not warm and the waters are not calm (also, not much sand!). So, although I admire you doing it, it's not for me!
ReplyDeleteLove the blue outfit - the buttons on the cardi just make it!
I think we all have to find our own way to fitness (and happiness) and this seems to suit me, but I know it's not for everyone. It's amazing how these buttons make such a difference to a plain cardigan. See you soon x
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Your outfit that missed the cut is a beauty!
ReplyDeleteThe cobalt and the yellow are so fresh and cheerful...perfect to pick me up on this dark and driech day.
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Samantha
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Thanks Samantha, you're right it's a good pick-me-up. At least it's all down hill to summer now x
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Wow! I'm impressed! Here I thought I was committed getting up and going downstairs to run on the treadmill. Ha! No doubt you stay extra trim.
ReplyDeleteThe outfit is super cute. I'd wear all of it. I've been known to switch out buttons on cardigans like what you're wearing here. It adds something so unique.
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Suzanne
If the treadmill fits into your lifestyle then that works too. Glad you like the ensemble. Changing buttons is so simple yet effective isn't it?
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Happy New Year! (yes, I'm a slow starter) I love that you are a sea swimmer and your swimsuit is divine. I have one in that style but it is boring navy with a front zip. I love the shorts-style legs so there is no up-creep and bothersomeness. And your blue outfit is gorgeous, especially with your button switcheroo. I'm glad we got to see it here, better late than...
ReplyDeleteI've decided if I ever want to reband my blog will call it the Swimming Fashionista hahaha. Having this kind of cossie does away with that embarassing dash for your towel if someone appears nearby! Glad you dropped by x
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