Hello again!
How was your weekend? I've been gardening, baking, cleaning and generally being a domestic goddess all weekend. I must admit I do love being at home. I was chatting with a friend today and we both agreed that if this is what retirement looks like, then it's no bad thing. Despite being at home for 10 weeks already I've never felt bored nor can I say that I've caught up on all of my chores to the point that I can spend an entire day reading. I'm still working away on the to-do list and haven't even considered all of the hobbies I'd like to do, such as sewing projects and getting my art supplies out from the loft again. Two of my hobbies that I have been able to keep up however, are my sea swimming and beach walks.
This casual weekend wear is perfect for a walk to the beach, although the neon bright top did elicit a few comments, most of which were about needing sunglasses to look at me! I have no defence, apart from the fact that I love this pop of colour especially when worn with these tangerine crops. The top was from TK Maxx and the trousers were from New Look - back in the days when one could go shopping. Rumour has it that shopping will commence next week though...
If the talk of retail shopping makes some of you feel giddy with excitement, then I can say in all honesty that I'm not too fussed. My time at home has prompted me to look into the depths of my wardrobe to discover a more than ample supply of clothes and shoes. I did, at one point, wonder if I ought to count the number of pairs of shoes I possess and then balked at the shame it might induce. For the moment, I'm happy to say that I have enough, although the litmus test will be when I get back to work and have to find those daily outfits that tick all the right boxes ie. look good, fit well and make me feel great.
My elasticated pumps are Go Walk by Sketchers and were a happy find in the Edinburgh branch of TK Maxx when I was on my way to South Africa. They were a perfect lightweight pair of knockabout shoes for sight-seeing.
Both rings were bought at airport concessions.
My blogging friend Sheila refers to this kind of look as bookends which always makes me smile. I've been a big fan of this over the years and yet never considered it as such, although it will remain that forever now.
In a world full of turmoil and strife I sometimes feel bad to be chugging along in my own happy little bubble. I'm fortunate to be living in a safe and peaceful environment. I wish that could be the same for all of us.
Rest in peace George Floyd.
Anna x