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Did you know that ‘Plus Fours’, ( the trousers I’m wearing) are so called because that’s how many inches they sit below the knee? We took the puppies for a walk in the forest today, so some practicality was called for..! My silk blouse in 1930s from Mr Bee Vinatge with vintage Plus Fours which […]
Read More Outfit of the dayWhat are Pronouns? Pronouns such as ‘you, she, he and they’ are examples of how we refer to others. My pronouns are she/her. Why do they matter?Pride month can sometimes be awash with rainbows but, in the case of some of the bigger corporations, devoid of action. As an ally I look for ways to […]
Read More The Importance of PronounsI always love it when I visit a town and feel welcome. £2 for over four hours parking? Yes please! This says to me visit, shop and if you feel peckish then stop for a snack. I love being able to explore a place without having to worry about rushing back for the car park. […]
Read More Highstreet Happiness ~ PontefractAs a small business owner I’m very fortunate that I really enjoy going to work however it also means that I guard my days off as preciously as Gollum with his ring and when I get time for a holiday the stakes are very high. I love to be by the seaside and with our […]
Read More Oh! I do like to be beside the seaside – Robin Hoods BayIn my ‘Highstreet Happiness’ edits I love to be inspired by the character of local highstreets in the UK. As more people turn to online shopping our British highstreets are undergoing a transformation through necessity as well as through desire. Although many choose to shop solely online I firmly believe that highstreets have a place […]
Read More Highstreet Happiness – SaddleworthAs someone who feels the cold in a major way – my husband kindly refers to me as ‘The Ice Queen’ a fact I hope is associated with my freezing hands and not the cold unfeeling depths of my heart – I always rejoice when Spring is on the way. May especially is one of […]
Read More Goodbye S.A.D, Hello Happypersonal blog of Laura Jo Owen featuring jewellery, highstreet shopping, small business tips and thoughts on enjoying life
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