I don't have an awful lot to blog about today.
I'm in the country helping a friend recuperate as he's just come out of hospital.
It's not very glamourous, but we've been sitting by the fire watching back to back episodes of Mad Men and eating Gingerbread Popcorn by the barrel load!
Occasionally we slip out of the 50s and back to reality for walks in the woods.
This handsome wee chap is Felix.
I'm not sure you've met him before.
He's a labrador we rescued from doggy-death-row in Spain. Poor little guy was totally malnourished, blind in both eyes & apparently has the canine equivalent of downs syndrome.
Now, he's a little over weight, still totally blind & a bit special... but very happy!
He's my little inspiration.
Of course, he still speaks Spanish but he doesn't let that hold him back.
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| Boots by Hunter, jeans by Diesel, vintage Mulberry jumper & coat is a boy's Barbour. |
What are your plans this weekend?
Are they filled with box sets & popcorn, or are you waltzing off somewhere fancy pants?
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I usually don't comment on blogs, but I just have to say; Rose, you look absolutely darling in these pictures! That jumper is lovely, and you are, as usual, stunning!
ReplyDeleteI adore your blog. You are the best. <3
Wow, thankyou Abigail! So sweet of you! xx
DeleteLovely pictures. I do love living in the country but definitely miss city life!
ReplyDeleteNot much planned this weekend. Taking my son out for lunch tomorrow as i don't feel like we've had much quality time this week and then gingerbread popcorn and Star Wars on sunday!
Have a great weekend Rose x
StarWars Sunday sounds like an absolute winner!
DeleteI really like your 'non glam' posts, it shows that you're just a real girl who hangs out at home sometimes. I also hope that some people (like the horrible man who wrote that rediculous blog post) will give you a bit of slack.
ReplyDeleteHe's a nasty sad old man, bullying a young girl for no apparent reason.
You're pretty, sweet and kind. I can't imagine you hurting a fly. I've never seen a negative blog post on the londoner so cant understand why he would say those things.
Who are you hurting?
He should be ashamed of himself.
Bullys are often cowards, and he's the worst kind, someone who does it behind your back ONLINE!
Keep your chin up and I hope your friend gets better.
G
xx
Thankyou Georgina, really sweet of you to say.
DeleteHe really hasn't bothered me too much, I agree that it is very odd, bullying behaviour... but I feel a bit sorry for him really.
He's clearly taken a lot of time and effort to obsess over something as insignificant as my little blog!
That level of venom is entirely unhealthy and the poor guy is going to end up with an ulcer or cancer or something.
He's not someone who I would have wanted as a reader, and him posting about my blog only sends more people to it... so I'm not entirely sure of his logic!
Anyway, thankyou for your support.
I really appreciate it!
Rose xx
Hope your friend feels better! Custard is adorable and should cheer them up right away!!!
ReplyDeleteRose, my heart melted to read about Felix! He looks like such a sweet boy. And Custard is as handsome as ever! No doubt they are both happy doggies to be around you.
ReplyDeleteAs always, your outfit is lovely. You make a country weekend look and sound absolutely fab!
I always look forward to reading your posts. I so miss life in London and reading your blog makes it feel not quite as far from Atlanta, GA.
Thanks Courtney!
DeleteI've never been to Atlanta, but will have to come and visit you some day! xx
Good luck to your friend- hope their rest goes well!
ReplyDeleteI'm a personally fan of a Harry Potter weekend- straight back to back Wizarding madness!
I'm off back to the Buckinghamshire countryside to see my family... nothing quiet like home cooking! Have a lovely weekend!
Louise x
http://rural-metropolis.blogspot.co.uk/
LOVE Harry Potter.
DeleteI read the books over and over again when I was younger.
I almost wish I'd never read them so I could discover them now & be absorbed the way I used to be! xx
Oh my weekend will be fancy pants alright! Endless hours in the library studying and drinking green tea!
ReplyDeleteBy the way, I was so touched by the story behind Felix, and. I love it when people like your friend take in maltreated animals such as Felix and offer them love and a home x
and of course Custard looks ultra cute once again! :)
ReplyDeleteHi Rosie!
ReplyDeleteI love weekends in the country, they are so peaceful, and enable you to restore yourself before going back to the city :) I hope your friend gets better very soon.
As usual, you look darling in your photos. And custard is sooo cute. I have seen Felix on your Instagram but did not know the whole story. It is very sad but it is very nice of you and your family for adopting him. He seems like a great dog who needed some people to love and be loved by! How long have you had him?
This weekend... it is Mother's Day in the US, so me and my friends will be going to the ranch to visit my bff's fiance's mother, then we will go visit our host mother (me and her inherited the same when we moved to the US). I think we might watch a movie too, but not sure about that. Oh! And we will do some shopping too! That;s pretty much it :)
Have a wonderful weekend!
xoxo
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That sounds lovely! Love that you have a ranch to visit!! x
DeleteLove the outfit! I'm studying this weekend I'm afraid... 11 days then I'm free! And I'm usually not a dog person, but you really need to take pictures of Custard running around more often!
ReplyDeleteLeaving for South Africa this weekend! Keeping up with the Anti-Diet while I'm there (thank GOD for the 80/20 rule!) and looking forward to seeing your blog along the way!
ReplyDeleteHey Rose, I just want to say - thank you for updating your blog so frequently! It's really appreciated. You're doing a really great job :))) xxx ps I hope you've read this, your friend and his dog might appreciate it :D http://hyperboleandahalf.blogspot.co.uk/2010/07/dog.html
ReplyDeleteHi Rose! You really need to write a hair post. Actually, I really need you to write a hair post ;-)
ReplyDeleteWIll do soon! x
DeleteHey Rose, just want to say thank you so much for updating your blog so frequently! It's really appreciated and you're doing a really great job :))) xxx ps Have you read this? Your friend and his dog might appreciate it :D http://hyperboleandahalf.blogspot.co.uk/2010/07/dog.html
ReplyDeleteThat made me laugh so much!
DeleteDid you write it?! x
Hell no! Allie Brosh, the owner of that blog wrote it. I'm just a fan (of you both ;) Her other posts are hilarious too :D
DeleteSo sorry for duplicating my original posts. I thought the first didn't send xx
DeleteIt's my new fav blog! Thanks so much for sharing! x
DeleteWe have an a rescue dog as well! She was abandoned and had been in a (no kill) shelter for about 9 months before my room mates fostered and then eventually adopted her. http://barefootcrafts.wordpress.com/2012/02/14/meet-brynna/ She's so sweet and you can honestly see how grateful she is to be out of there.
ReplyDeleteThis weekend is a big one for me. My best friend is flying in from Chicago tonight, I'm graduating college tomorrow, and then Sunday I'm throwing my mom and my fiance's mom a brunch for mother's day. Phew! Enjoy your relaxing. xoxo
Just realised I didn't answer your question - how rude! This weekend I am mostly packing to go on holiday to the Norwegian fjords on Monday, and re-watching Life of Brian :D xxx
ReplyDeleteI've never been there! Make sure you come back and update me! x
Deletewhat a lovely post :-) not all blogging has to be about shopping, right? I love the story about the labrador, who dares to be mean to such a cutie.
ReplyDeleteThis weekend, got a christening and a birthday party on Sunday, nothing planned for Satruday...
Felix is lovely but...I am officially in love with Custard after those pics. :-) Does he have a brother? ;-)
ReplyDeleteNo plans for the weekend yet but definitely not popcorn, more like an Anti-Diet weekend. ;-)
haha he is a little heartbreaker! ;) x
DeleteHi Rose,
ReplyDeleteJust recently discovered your blog and I have to stay I love it! I go to university in Canterbury but am from Spain and follow many blogs, but I have to say yours is definitely in my top 5.
You post almost daily and always with something new and fun, so very much appreciated :)
I've got one question for you. I have been invited to go to the Royal Ascot and I know the dress code is quite strict so I was wondering if you could give me some tips regarding hats and fascinators as well as dresses. Your advice would help so much as I am completely lost.
Thanks so much for your blog and can't wait for your next post already
xxxx
Alexandra
Hmm... do you know what enclosure you'll be in at Ascot? x
DeleteOn the Grandstand xx
DeleteHi Rose,
ReplyDeleteI just wanted to say that I recently started following your blog and I absolutely love it. I just moved to England this September (I got to university in Canterbury) but am from Spain. I follow lots of blogs but I have to say you've definitely moved up to my Top 5. You post almost daily and you always have something new, interesting, yummy and fun to say.
I just have one question for you. I have been asked to go to the Royal Ascot this year and I know they have a relatively strict dress code and, unfortunately I am completely lost as to what I could wear. Could you maybe give me some advice regarding hats and fascinators, and dresses please? As I said, I am completely lost and as a true English girl I can imagine you have got the best advice.
Thanks for the lovely post and can't wait for the next one already!
Lots of love,
Alexandra
xxx
Why did you photoshop your thighs?
ReplyDeleteHello Cloud(?!)
DeleteI haven't photoshopped any of my pictures, they're just weird jeans that are light in the middle and dark on the sides so my legs look crazy skinny.
In hindsight not a good look.
Luckily Felix can't see and Custard has terrible fashion sense, otherwise they totally wouldn't talk to me anymore.
xx
The rudeness and bitterness of people who ask questions like that is really depressing!
DeleteWhen I was a teenager I had a boyfriend who called me "crazy legs".
DeleteHad totally forgotten until now! x
Photoshop jeans sound just like what I need, where they from Rose? haha x
DeleteDitto MissToni Lauren!
DeleteSound good for those of us who like to indulge in slutty brownie a little too often... :-)
Custard is so cute! As is Felix... man I want a dog!
ReplyDeleteI'm about to start my university finals next week, eek! Please write some entries to keep my spirits high as this weekend it's just me, my textbooks and... no wait, that's it. ARGH.
Ps. you look gorgeous as ever, love that jumper!
Alice xx
I LOVE your blog..i'm in the middle of law school exams and it's one of my favourite things to procrastinate with! I've made me and my flatmate a few of your recipes this past year and we love them! I originally grew up in London, but moved to Canada for a bit and now im back. London's clearly a far better place to live :) I literally tell all my friends about your blog and theyre hooked too!
ReplyDeleteLove the Youve Got Mail reference, i often find a new blog post akin to those three little words....as dorky as that sounds haha
Thanks again!
Emily xo
Emily, you're so sweet! Thankyou honey x
DeleteNot usually a blog commenter, but a friend introduced me to your blog recently and I'm now totally addicted!
ReplyDeleteYou look so beautiful in these pictures!
I hope your friend recovers okay too :)
I'm looking forward to visiting my parents back in the country (Somerset) in a few weeks time... for the next two weekends unfortunately I'll be trapped in the library way up north in Durham getting ready for finals... Might have to make some ginger popcorn or slutty brownies to help me power through though!
xx
Hi Rose :)
ReplyDeleteJust wanted to say I love when you post pictures of Custard (he's SO cute)....and Felix! *sigh* Made my heart happy to hear that he was rescued and now has a great home!! :) My mom adopted a 3 legged Golden Retriever puppy because no one wanted her...and she's the most amazing girl!
I have never heard of "Mad Men" before....but a weekend in front of the TV with popcorn isn't a bad thing. I do remember recently staying in and watching EVERY Rocky movie! lol :)
omg pleaseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee can you do a hair tutorial/routine, no amount of barrel brushes are giving me that good a blow dry!!!
ReplyDeleteMassive lover of your blog, when i first found it i spent a whole sunday reading it back to front then made the tuna melt :) mmmmm
Love to custard, the little cutie, his face is the sweetest thing!!!
Helen xx
I'm a terrible commenter but just had to laugh at this post..My best friend has just arrived from Brasil with a Black Lab, my OH has just got out of hospital so we're taking it easy this weekend...anad as I type a dog like Custard just walked past me! Haven't tried Mad Men yet, the weathers been great here so you'll find us mostly out on the beach! Have a good weekend x
ReplyDeleteOmg Felix is the cutest thing everrr! I'm so glad he's so well looked after and that his sad story had a happy ending. Reminds me of our Labrador TJ that was found in a bin when he was a pup and now is in seventh heaven living in Northern Ireland with my mum. :)
ReplyDeleteLovely photos, as usual.
Send my love to Buttercup, he's such a doll :)
Such ADORABLE pictures!! Love your sweater!
ReplyDeleteIs the reason you won't do a hair tutorial because you were just born with naturally massive hair? :D xxx
ReplyDeleteI have a hair/beauty post coming up next week! x
DeleteYAAAAAAAY! Thank you! Have a lovely weekend :) x
Deletelove the pics of Custard....what a cutie! And Rose you look great, very 'country chic' and casual. In Canada we celebrate Mothers Day this Sunday, and so, since I am recovering from pneumonia, my children are cooking brunch for me and generally spoiling me! (although I'm sure they would do that anyway, even if I wasn't sick!) I'm a huge Mad Men fan, it's very big over here. Also The Walking Dead, do you have that show? It's amazing!
ReplyDeleteAnyways, hope you have a great country weekend, and best wishes to your friend!
QUESTION: do you do your hair everyday or does it naturally have volume and curl? (mine kinda, I do the hair flip changing parts a lot so that it looks fuller in the front :P)
ReplyDeleteI really am a fan of your blog - but do you work? you seem to enjoy an amazing life with lots and lots of free time to enjoy. I wish my work/life balance was like yours - it seems to be a 90/10 split from this end of the screen.
ReplyDeleteHey anon, I cover all this in my FAQ section at the top. x
DeleteI take it all back and congratulations on doing something interesting!! As the owner of a start up I might have to get in contact one of these days - ours is a little cottage industry like though :). Sorry to come across jealous - but I am.
DeleteFelix and Custard are so adorable, love Felix's story and Custard looks particularly happy to be out and about in the woods! Hope your friend is feeling better... This weekend, my husband and I are hosting a small dinner party. We will also watch our latest lovefilm movie... "The Help." Don't know if you've seen it already, it's a film that focuses on the same era as mad men,(early 1960's in America.) You and your friend might be interested in that, although... no Don Draper which is a major downer for me. XX
ReplyDeletei'm off somewhere fancy pants - i leave for kenya on sunday, and now i'm thinking it wouldn't be such a bad thing if i brought a dog back with me. if it was a 'special' one the boyfriend wouldn't be able to turn it out of the house... right?
ReplyDeleteCustard is too cute!
ReplyDeleteNice post - Great pics!
ReplyDeleteThis weekend...hmmmm... I have to come up with a clever way to propose to my fiancé again. First time was a bit...how should I say...not what it should have been (my fault) but I have a second chance to do it once the ring arrives at the end of the month :) Any suggestions?
Besides that we're making our version of sluty brownies (oatmeal cookie, caramel Milky Way bars and of course brownie top) and will likely spend loads of time cuddling on the couch watching something we love. Can't wait.
You have a great weekend and hope your friend recovers smoothly.
I'm home visiting my family for the weekend! Eating constantly (latest snack was deep fried okra, omg, too good), playing with my little Peke, having girl time with mum (i.e. manis and pedis and massages and facials)... and generally just relaxing! Hope your friend recuperates soon.
ReplyDeleteAwh so envious! I've been meaning to catch up on Mad Men for ages now! Hope the friend recovers.
ReplyDeleteMy head shall be buried in the books for the weekend; my uni exams start Monday! :( The stash of chocolate I bought should keep me going though! >:)
I only came across your blog the other day, while I was supposed to be studying may I add - damn it!
I never comment on blogs but I have to say I love, love, LOVE your pictures (especially the ones under Recipe and Fashion) and the fact that your entries are always so positive.
Heather (Ireland) xo
I hope your friend recovers soon, you look like you and Custard are doing a great job to make him feel better.
ReplyDeleteIt's the 60s not 50s sorry! I'm a bit of a madmen geek at the moment, working my way through the series and loving it!
ReplyDeleteHi Rose,
ReplyDeleteThis is my first post on your blog although I have been reading it for couple of months now (of course I had to read all your previous posts too!) I really look forward to all new entries, it definitely feels as if you're writing to friends, so sweet! I'm a big fan of Custard (and now Felix!) and of course I love your style (I like a lot of the brands you wear and use so it's feels like you're my best shopping buddy too!)
Hope you have a fantastic weekend, I'm off hunting for antiques, decided I need a mirror tray on which I am going to have dozens of candles (fingers crossed they won't set the fire alarm off!)
Take care:)
Lina from Shropshire;)
Rose, I love your blog, everything you post is refreshing and fun. I saw that comment you posted about some readers not commenting yet- and today I decided to comment. You are truly fab and thanks for sharing. Love Gem
ReplyDeleteFelix's story is so sweet! What a cute dog. I love your outfit here Rose :) Hope your friend feels well again soon!
ReplyDeleteHannah Alehandra
That jumper! PERFECT!
ReplyDeleteHi Rose!
ReplyDeleteLove your blog :) What colour are your Hunter boots? Are they black or navy blue? x
Oh Rose, your doggies are so sweet and what a lovely story about Felix - I just got back from Turkey and wish I could have rescued lots of dogs. I'm working tomorrow (boo) but have a gluten-free baking day planned on Sunday x
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I didn't think it was possible to adore you or your blog anymore until I read Felix's story. Heart = officially melted! Have a good weekend Rose!
ReplyDeleteYour yellow sweater looks fabulous with the yellow flowers! And you should totally Cinemagram one of the Custard-in-the-flowers photos :)
ReplyDeleteHi, I stumbled across your blog while I was trying to get a sneak peek into life in England. My (soon to be) husband and I were supposed to move to Nottingham this summer. We are Canadian and he is military and was supposed to do an exchange with the base in Nottingham. We were thrilled and couldn't wait to move to England for three years. Unfortunately,England decided to cancel that particular exchange program with Canada after many years of it running. We were devastated (still are). I love your blog and it helps make me feel like I am still experiencing a bit of England despite not being there. Thank you for taking the time to share your life with us readers.
ReplyDeleteSally
Hi Rose,
ReplyDeleteI just wanted to say after having a yuck day today I was very happy to recieve an email about this update. Just looking at the pictures of the countryside made me smile. It looks lovely and you look beautiful as alway.
Thank you for putting a smile on my face tonight :)
All the best to your friend and enjoy your weekend.
Jeni
That yellow sweater is perfect for those flowers! And you should totally Cinemagram Custard in the field. :)
ReplyDeleteHi Rose,
ReplyDeleteJust wanted to let you know that I absolutely love your blog! I foudn it through bloglovin and have been hooked ever since.
I live in Durban, South Africa, and your little bit of london always makes me so envious!
It might be because my whole family live there including my mother who I am very close with. We discuss your blog constantly as we plan to do the things you do in London on my next trip there.
Love your fashion sense, a daily inspiration!
I look forward to reading more...
Have a great weekend!
Kirst x
p.s: Custard is just too beautiful for words! :)
Rose this is a really really lovely post. I read your blog all the time but never bother to comment, sorry! I will make more of an effort - pinky swear. I have a DIY weekend planned but I'm totally failing so far - it's lunchtime and I'm still reading blogs and looking up rhubarb recipes!
ReplyDeleteCan I echo some other readers' comments about your countryside/outdoors/doggy posts being my favourites - they have a nice calming effect & remind me of being home with my dog :)
Love your jumper and Hola Felix!! Have a lovely weekend x
Respect for having adopted Felix! I am (coincidence) off to Spain tomorrow. Enjoy Mad Men; I love that show!
ReplyDeleteNice look!
ReplyDeleteLili
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awww, what sweet doggies! I love animals : )
ReplyDeletewhat a fabulous way to spend the weekend! I wish I could have pets at my apartments... I had to leave my cat with my parents when I got married last fall. I miss my cat, haha.
well, this weekend I get to visit with my older sister :D She lives out of town so this is a real treat for me! We're celebrating Mother's Day and taking our mom and our mom-in-law's out to dinner :)
I've never seen anyone carry off such a bright yellow so well unless they are very darked skinned!
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Effortlessly chic even when walking in the woods! flutterandsparkle.com
ReplyDeleteCustard is adorable! This weekend is Mother's Day here, so I plan to bake for my mum.
ReplyDeleteAlso I am about a day from my Bachelor thesis deadline, stressful just doesn't cover it.
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