I wish it would cool down so I could consciously get cracking on some unfinished crochet projects
In the last few weeks I've been decluttering everything I can get my hands on in fits and spurts and have lots of stuff ready to take to the Salvos and consignment place. And don't think I'm finished yet either.
Meanwhile you know how ever since I watched the doco Mademoiselle C I've admired Carine Roitfeld?
Well here are some Visuals. Her daughter is gorgeous too
And how cute is this matching outfit with her grand daughter Romy?
It's been turned into a painting:
I've decided to say no to pudding and yes to exercise. Who's with me? And how are you staying motivated?
I'd forgotten how long my son's hair was. Feels like 2 minutes ago, but it was almost a whole year ago.
Janet if you are reading I still love this bracelet!
This is a nice view at the Grove. David Hicks was so clever with framing views.
How nice is this attractive Richard Noura giraffe scarf.? Look:
This is me and my friend R at the V and A in London last year
And at the Chelsea Flower show
And this is R's quince tree in her garden in Hobart!!! So Jealous! I wish I could grow one here. Mum can you see if Dad can source me a box of them before you're next up? I'd make it worth your while!
Happy Friday People.
Any exciting weekend plans?
xxxx
Your quince fetish makes me laugh!
ReplyDeleteDid you know in japan they make a paintbrush with the lock of a toddlers hair for keepsake? Fall cleaning is just as good as spring cleaning xx
agree re cleaning! My sister is coming to visit so I want everything perfect!!
DeleteI kept a lock from his 1st haircut!!! x
me too re the first hair cut!
DeleteFamily are in town this weekend, I also have an assignment to do and a first birthday to attend. Busy.
ReplyDeleteI had no idea quinces didn't grow in the tropics. Hopefully yr dad can source some. People don't use them round here, Mum is swimming in them.
Will exercise help your sleep? I run and do hot yoga. V good for my mental health xx
fingers and toes it will help. I've hopped on the magnesium bandwagon too..
DeleteEnjoy the party and send me your mum's quince!!! xxx
Re: sleep remedies. I have recently tried Melatonin - have you tried that at all - all natural apparently?? I have found it quite effective. My favourite late night ABC radio presenter Tony Delroy has been advocating it for years. I work rotating shift roster so changing sleep patterns has always been a problem.
Deleteno but thanks for the tip! the thing that is helping me is exercise…but I sort of accept it is just not my lot in life x
DeleteI have just started pilates. Do you do this?
ReplyDeleteI have a few times and really liked it x
DeleteOoo-a quince tree would be lovely! Fruit bearing trees are a lot of work though, at least around these parts. More work than buying fruit, anyway. Im trying to cut back on the work, consciously
ReplyDeleteI know any fruit would be eaten by my varmints ...
DeleteWhen the weather is cooler (a bit cooler, May) I love to get out and walk in the morning if it's cool enough. I really long to live somewhere with longer winters. That Richard Noura giraffe scarf is very attractive. I need to get on with some decluttering too! Clutter be gone.
ReplyDeleteClutter be gone! but is never is! so many toys! so many books!
DeleteI do group personal training. Very effective plus the trainer expects me to go. Maybe get a bunch of girlfriends together then go for a coffee after. If other people are expecting you, you are less likely to pike out.
ReplyDeleteStay lovely x
am going to investigate this!
DeleteI adore CR since watching the film. I just wish I could look past my hairdressing DNA and not feel compelled to brush her hair, but she carries the disheveled look well. Thoughts?
ReplyDeleteWhen is it going to cool down so I can haul out my scarves!
Annie xx
I agree that she is adorable! I know what you mean about the hair but it is just so her! I want to see it again- if it comes to general release come with me? xxxx PS miss my scarves!
DeleteSure! I'd love to see it again.
DeleteIn other news I finished Crazy Rich Asians which I loved 11/10. Can't wait for the movie!
A xx
Dear FF
ReplyDeleteI am from Cape Town, but was in Brisbane last week as my brother got married in Maleny. I loved the city, but couldn't believe the heat and humidity! I see now why you need up-dos to keep your hair under control on certain days. I think I would have to shave my head...
It was my first visit to Australia, so here's a list of 5 Australian things that I loved and deserve 11/10:
1. Beaches and warm sea (Cape Town's sea is usually about 12-14 degrees)
2. Koalas
3. Yoghurt - best ever
4. Asian-inspired food
5. David Jones and Myer - although not so affordable with a third world currency
Amy x
Hello! DJs and Myer are good! I am so glad you had fun and yes the heat and humidity is dire. I am not exaggerating!!! Asian inspired food is great and I have never thought about the yoghurt but I spose that is pretty good too! Come back soon x
DeleteYou are my 'go-to' blog. I had all sorts of other stuff to read in the inbox and I saw 'Stuff' and went straight to it. Love Carine's style, it's slightly sort of expensive grungy but cool.
ReplyDeleteTomorrow, I am going to Melbourne for a long weekend to stay on the Paris End of Collins Street!!! I am Excited. Will window shop at Christine's, and have dinner at Vue du Monde. I know, Lucky. Xx
But nonetheless, still as excited to be at home doing nought. :D!!!
so kind of you to say.
Deletehave fun in Melb! x
My Dad's quince tree is about to start bearing fruit... just as the figs finish at my in-laws place. I do like a quince cake.
ReplyDeleteLove the pic of the tidy shoes and bags. I like looking at my shoes all lined up on the shelf. It's one spot of permanently regimented order in my house! xx
jealous re trees! I hear you re regimented shoes. So soothing! xxx
DeleteI'll come out of the closet and i'm saying no to pudding and yes to exercise to Michelle Bridges no less. I'm doing a 12 week body transformation. TRANSFORMATION! That said I've come down sick this week and already fallen off the exercise wagon. Will remount when I get better. Childcare is to blame.
ReplyDeleteOff to google that divine giraffe scarf xxx
wow! the commitment!!! I'm just walking and doing stationary bike and trying to eat better!! Scarf is so good! x
DeleteJust about to purchase Mademoiselle C from the US iTunes store.
ReplyDeleteMeanwhile, there is a new book our about Our Leader
http://www.chroniclebooks.com/titles/new-york-jackie.html
thanks re the book tip think I will get it xxx
DeleteToo much quincing happening here! It's got me curious.how does it taste? Citrusy sweet, bitter sweet or what? We don't have quinces here in India.
ReplyDeletelike a kind of grainy and tart baked apple? it's not too sweet and not that citrusy. It's like a dense pear? xxx
DeleteHi FF, you have what can only be described as superior decluttering skills. I struggle - will confess I am almost a hoarder - but seriously trying really hard.
ReplyDeleteLuff CR she is iconic.
Enjoyed your consciously good post as well - we all need to be conscious as we uncouple.
Have a marvellous weekend. I have a language lesson then a bday party for a family friends kid then netball maybe some personal maintenance followed by high tea - the rugby the debauchery with Sunday mass, puppy school, groceries, decluttering & dinner with the inlaws
that sounds lovely, have fun. I miss Jean brown!!! x
Deleteoh those curls on your son's head....so beautiful.
ReplyDeletei am reading and i'm glad. i wore my scarf just the other day - gypsy style.
seeing those photos of you and romy make me smile. am going to look at mine again. x
gypsy style ! so chic! I do luff a trip down memory lane Janet! xxxxxxx
DeleteAs with Flora, I always think "Goody!" when I see your emails. Stuff is a great title of cornucopia of goodness here today. How cute is granmama-grandaughter combo. My sister had Mum make her leopard sundress and her Leah got one too, must post that.
ReplyDeleteIf I had a little girl I'd match her in leopard with me too!!! xxx
DeleteThose shots with R bring back so many happy memories! Such a beautiful blue bracelet. Also love the fabulous scarf, so you FF! And the gardens.
ReplyDeleteHow lovely to enjoy looking at your own beautiful shoes! Can just imagine H's leopards and shoes of shame glowing on the shelf (still remember the fabulous faux leopard coat that got away!). Sadly have had to give almost all my beautiful heeled shoes to Op Shops or to friends (kept one or two, like high anthracite leather with crystal beaded panel on front I wore to son's wedding, just to remember nostalgically). My shoes now v unglamorous and un-ornamental so keep them hidden in boxes. Must find Mme C's doco. Love the Mum and g.daughter leopard combo.
Good luck with the exercise and yoga. Hope it helps. Believe sleep-wise it's generally better to exercise first thing rather than in the hour or two before bed. Pammie xxxx
I've read that about exercise too but it isn't always possible!! So many good memories of all my lovely garden obsessed friends! xxx
DeleteI have fallen off the exercise bandwagon most terribly, must get back on but I have been terribly work busy - have actually been working much of today which is annoying but necessary for my mental health.
ReplyDeleteI luff that painting of matching coats and shoes. You really are never too young or old for red shoes and leopard print.
Quince is fab. I am currently searching out a fauxrocian tagine featuring quince, can't wait to try it.
that sounds delicious. Might google and agree re leopard x
DeleteUsually I read and have hundreds of things to comment on when I get to the box, but this time all that stuck in my head was "say no to pudding and yes to exercise"! Yikes! I get plenty of exercise and balance it out with plenty of desserts, but I'm with you as soon as I get back from Ireland. Should we start slow, like "no" to puddings on weekdays?
ReplyDeletestarting slow is the key! x
DeleteOh I desperately need to say yes to exercise, I'm with you.
ReplyDeleteI had a friend visit Melbourne for the first time last week. It would have been horribly unfair to not show her the highlights of my city (which includes a lot of food) and so we ate all the things. Now I need to roll myself into the gym come Monday morning. Life is just not fair.
FF, where is the prince? Keep us updated, please!
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