Friday 4 February 2011

Things of beauty...

A whole lot of soul-searching has gone on this week and I think I have come to a conclusion that I am content with. It's funny isn't it how life makes you do these mental audits every now and then; this one has been brewing for a while and now I have decided - it's all OK I will stay as is. I got a present from my husband; he arrived home last night, a rainy Thursday, with a package from Mulberry. I had an inkling it was coming but still, let's just say that I slept with my new handbag next to my bed just like when I was little and I had new shoes and couldn't have them far from me overnight! Old habits die hard.

I have had some wonderful comments this week from readers of my little blog and it has warmed me to know that people out there empathise. So thank you.

I have a weekend ahead of catching up with friends, we have the task of teaching the kids to play Monopoly and generally trying to re-group before another working week next week. I am working on a new project that is testing my brain capacity - but I kinda like how that feels. And any day now I will become an Auntie again...literally counting down til my lovely sister in law Natasha has her babe!





via 100 Layer Cake


Take a deep breath and...



...the rather stunning Amber Valletta...
by Mikkel Vang


Still longing for brighter weather but for now it's still boot season...


'Child with a Dove' by Pablo Picasso.


Gwyneth...she is so...perfect...






Tiffany's diamonds...






Have a relaxing weekend; I know that's all I want!

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16 comments:

  1. Unknown4 February 2011 at 10:44

    You too sweetie! We all deserve it!kisses

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  2. Julie Sardinetin4 February 2011 at 10:53

    A Mulberry handbag? You lucky, lucky lady - still, entirely deserved.
    Have a good weekend.
    x

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  3. Victoria | Hibiscus Bloem4 February 2011 at 10:58

    Lovely (half) surprise from your husband. Lucky girl !
    Gorgeous photo collection today. Amber looking gorgeous. Love the black flower on the wrist style - I think I shall copy that look. The bedroom and light are beautiful - I'd love to wake up there. Enjoy the weekend RnR.

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  4. Jeanne Henriques4 February 2011 at 11:24

    AHHHH!! Where is the bag?? I have been eyeing a new satchel bag from Mulberry...I think it would be the perfect bag from running around the ciy. So....when you have a moment..just a little hint of which one!! What a dreamy husband you have Lou...just like these images.

    Glad you have come to some conclusions, such a great feeling :)

    Best wishes for a wonderful weekend Lou!

    Jeanne xx

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  5. Jeanne Henriques4 February 2011 at 12:01

    I couldn't resist...check out cashmerejeans...

    http://cashmerejeans.blogspot.com/2011/02/mulberry-on-my-mind.html

    :)

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  6. Jacqueline @ HOME4 February 2011 at 12:11

    Dear Lou,
    It's lovely to hear that you've worked things out in your mind and are pretty content with your lot. We all have these moments from time to time....me, not so much but, that's just the way I am ( it's in the genes!!)
    You have so much that is wonderful in your life including a lovely husband who knows what you like !! Do you know, I can remember when I was about 12 ( yes, I can remember that far back !! haha ) and I had a new pair of red patent leather shoes with a small heel. When I went to bed, I put them in a olace that I could see them from every position ....I can still see them. Do we all do that, I wonder ? I still do it now !!
    Enjoy enjoying your life and have a great,relaxing weekend. XXXX

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  7. Vannessa@Luxuria4 February 2011 at 12:15

    Lovely to hear that after your mental audit you realise all is really fine. We all need to take stock and audit every now and then, in the same way we check a map when we are on a journey; life is our journey. We just have to try and remind ourselves every now and them to enjoy the trip despite the potholes!!
    Gorgeous images and very jealousy about the Mulberry pressie ;-)

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  8. HazelxJoy4 February 2011 at 12:28

    Bring back the brooch I say! Great pics as always. Have a great weekend x

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  9. Unknown4 February 2011 at 12:33

    Jackie is right, I still do that with new shoes....and gaze happily at them :)

    Beautiful images today Lou, funny how we both posted pics of Amber Valletta this week :)

    A Mulberry bag.....eeepp!!!! How lovely :)

    I am glad that all your pondering reached a satisfactory conclusion....have a lovely week-end xx

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  10. Razmataz4 February 2011 at 12:40

    Have a wonderful weekend!

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  11. Ashley4 February 2011 at 14:37

    Great pictures! I hope your weekend is relaxing and that you smile every time you look at your new bag!

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  12. carolina @ patagonia gifts4 February 2011 at 17:43

    a Mulberry bag! oh my goodness, I would have fainted with a gift like this! lucky girl! have a great weekend, darling!

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  13. Lori5 February 2011 at 21:22

    At least you did not hold it in your arms ~ it was only beside the bead...right??!! Have a wonderful week-end Lou ~ relaxation sounds OK to me. xo

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  14. She Wore It Well7 February 2011 at 06:41

    congrats on the new bag!

    life has a way of being a mean cow to me every now and then.. this time by flooding my apt. way to reaccess ones life and learn i guess.. gotta try and look for a positive in everything.

    happy monday xo

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  15. Shawn13 February 2011 at 16:01

    Strangely, the Are You Happy photo showed up in our team meeting this week to discuss our recent reorganization

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  16. Unknown27 February 2012 at 04:17

    Where did you find that gorgeous leather wrap jacket?

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