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Thursday, 14 May 2026

F&F Sundress - Chic & Stylish Linkup.

Hi there everyone. 
Good to have you here. 

Well hasn’t the weather had a change of heart! It’s been freezing here lately, so-much-so I even put the heating on the other day! It’s also been raining on and off, especially yesterday when I went to the shops and had to dodge the rain. I went with my girls to Maidstone for a dress fitting and the rain was pouring hard one minute & the next it was sunny.  I didn’t do any shopping but had a lovely time with the girls talking wedding plans and reminiscing about old times. It was hard to see the shopping centre rather bare with plenty of empty shops! Such a change from yesterday-years! I loved Christmas shopping there and it always had so much choice! I hate how our town centres have taken a turn for the worse, and reckon it’s because lots of people now shop online - something I hate! I’ve been trying to look for a Mother of the Bride dress, with no luck so far! I prefer to go to a shop and physically see an outfit and try it on! It’s not quite the same looking online (they never look the same) purchasing (you have to pay in advance for any you want to try) and then return what’s not wanted! I just hate it. Bring back proper shops I say!
My post today is a bit ironic with the weather we’ve been having, but I wanted a pretty sundress for an upcoming holiday. 


I couldn’t quite put my finger on what this pattern reminded me of, but instantly, when I put it on the other day I remembered my mum’s curtains! 


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Monday, 11 May 2026

A New Primark Stretch Top.

Morning my friends.
Did you have a good week?

I've had a busy one starting with dancing on Friday where we learnt a new routine for the waltz. It's a wonderful dance and I loved learning the new steps and managed to work my way around the dance floor quite elegantly.  That was under the supervision of the teacher, who's very good at his job!

Saturday, after watching my grandson in his football match (they won and he got a trophy for best goal), I came home to cut the grass. Both front and back took a couple of hours which included trimming our willow tree and collecting the spoil. I was exhausted at the end and was pleased to spend the evening with my daughter having a BBQ that her husband cooked. First one of the season and with fairly good weather I even sat in the garden whilst it was cooking. Have you had a BBQ yet?

Sunday morning started well - I enjoyed having a lie in & then I had the Airbnb clean to do with my daughter. It’s in the heart of Whitstable and is quite popular with visitors! Have you ever been to Whitstable?
When that was done I came home to get ready for a friends birthday celebration. It was a lovely afternoon where I enjoyed roast lamb, chicken and potatoes with a couple of tasty salads, halloumi cheese and flat bread. It was delicious and both David and I had a wonderful time. They have a stunning house which overlooks the sea and I was happy to be inside as the wind was like gale force with the seas looking very rough indeed. A fun weekend that was over way too quickly. Gym today and the beginning of another fab week, what have you got planned?

Do you recall last Thursday I featured a khaki co-ord from Primark? Well this pretty pale blue top came from there too!



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Thursday, 7 May 2026

Co-Ord from Primark - Chic & Stylish Linkup.

Morning all.
How are you?

Have you had a great week? Mine’s been busy and I’m longing for a bit of a break so I can switch off for a bit. I’m excited to say I’m away at the end of the month. I’m taking David to the Lake District for a long weekend for his birthday. We’ve always wanted to go, so it’s all booked with a super hotel and lots of exciting things to discover. Have you ever been? Do give me some tips for the place. 

I know it’s more of a destination for walking holidays, and that’s not something that really appeals to us, so we’ll be heading to the local shops, pubs and restaurants along with seeing the stunning views - I’m even taking a little sketch pad with me! Not that I’m any sort or artist! I’ll share on Stories and a dedicated post next month. 

This might be a top contender for my weekend suitcase. I bought this co-ord in Primark on Tuesday, might have to go back for the other colours too! 😉


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Monday, 4 May 2026

April Review.

Hi there,
Happy Bank Holiday Monday, it’s May Day in the UK. 

I’ve had a super weekend again, filled with family, fun, fizz and laughter. The weather played ball with warmer temperatures and some sunshine, sprinkled with a little bit of rain that the garden needed, but as soon as it arrived it was gone again. 
No plans for today. After a hectic couple of days I plan to do very little. I don’t think we’ll venture into town as it always gets so busy, especially if the weather’s fine. Have you anything exciting to do today?

It’s the first Monday of the month, so time to look back on April for the review. 
Do let me know what your favourite post was, I’ve featured a mixture of styles and admit finding it hard to pick the best. 

Welcome to the April Review. 

First post was based around a new knit I didn’t know I needed until it arrived. It was a purchase from Vinted and it’s a piece of the fashion jigsaw that completed loads of looks. Here I framed the M&S fine knit top, which has short sleeves with some old pink jeans, my recent purchase from Primark brought together with a pretty silky scarf. Head over to read all about my week at the beginning of the month here. 



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