she may contain the urge to runaway

This weekend has been full of sun, sounds & cider. For years I felt the less time I spent in my home town the better, but just lately I have been surrounding myself with the beautiful scenery, my wonderful friends and some cracking live music. 

We enjoyed a late lunch at the idyllic setting of the Alyn in Rossett, the fact we're both vegetarian can prove difficult as there is usually only one option on the menu but we had a choice of four mouthwatering mains.

Haloumi!

oh comely

On Saturday evening we were lucky enough  to attend the album launch for Golden Fable - A local band, who's music can only be described as unique, the breathtaking venue of St Giles stands tall over the town. With ears full of song and our bellies full of wine we headed home for what seemed to be an early night but 1am these days leave me feel rotten for a number of days to follow, I must be getting old!

Ice Cream in the Park.

I took the opportunity to get snapping today when I attend a local gig, held by one of my good friends. The vintage gems were everywhere , so it gave me the perfect chance to get chatting to new and old friends who's fashion choices should be celebrated.

Laurie Rose xo

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Blue Rinsed

Oxfam

Purple Haze

Hello Waist, Where Have You Been Hiding?


I realise that I have been somewhat lacking in the outfit posts of late, I have been working super pants shifts this month and it seems I haven't had a minute to myself. I've also moved back to my momma's casa to save some pennies, not quite sure what my plans are for the future but London is calling and this time maybe just maybe I will get there.


Living in a small town in North Wales, I often have to travel to uncover the homeless hidden gems, but a few weeks ago I was in the right place at the right time and hey presto for once I found something that wasn't vinyl or a casserole dish.


I found this dress in my local Oxfam, which I have to say is awful, the lack of stock and poor location  make it less than appealing to passers by. In January I applied for the role of Manager and the plans I had were endless but unfortunately due to funding they had to withdraw the position. I shed a tear or two. This branch is seriously suffering. This Primark dress was just three squids. I loved the pattern as soon as I saw it, the combination of the purple and yellow work so well together.


My lengthy battle with depression and junk food seems to finally be over, gone are the days of binging, the nasty meds that were forever increasing my apatite and my smile is now a permanent fixture. I am thrilled to announce I am over half way to my ideal weight goal.
**Does A Little Dance**

Dress ~ Primark (Current) {I bought mine from Oxfam}

Cardigan ~ Primark

Belt ~ Thrifted

Look I have a waist.

I'm still a plus size girl and proud (but watch this space)


Laurie Rose xx


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Today I am a Huffy Henry.

Today I am a Huffy Henry.

A story of a girl disappointed constantly.

So currently on the job front, well lets put it this way, it's just not. It's so depressing, waiting around to hear from people, or emailing so many different jobs and not getting any sort of reply. I'm actually losing the will to live! I would love to start my own business and work for myself, but unfortunately I need money behind me to do that. The one job I was really holding out for was based in the Wrexham Area, it sounded perfect, working as an Educational Assistant in one of our local National Trust Houses, Erddig. As a child I would visit there at least 10 time during the Summer Break with my Grandmother, I know the history of that house better than anyone I know, but today was the closing date and the last opportunity I had to hear anything from them, today is not a great day.

Although I did cheer myself up and bought some Super Cosy Tights from Primark a new jumper from Oxfam and lots of cheap 35mm film. We were hoping to take a long walk around Erddig Gardens today but the weather here this week is just so cold we decided a quick dash into town and then back home to a hearty dinner and snuggles and films, cause lets face it when we miss out on something we really want, we like to mope around and sulk for a while, I am only human and I think I deserve to after all my hard work over the last few months and for it only to amount to nothing.

The only option left for us now is our Plan B, Move to the big city, Henry can become famous and I can become a lady of leisure....hmmm watch this space.