I noticed that all my immediate neighbours are away today. This means I can take a few photos outdoors in the evening light without questions being asked. Although people are not especially nosey or lean over the wall to chat much, most of the partition between properties is glass and so there's no proper privacy ... unless they're out.
I'm wearing a summer dress that I've not been able to get into properly as a dress for quite some while, although it's doubled as a tunic with leggings on occasion. I tried it with an enhancer bra but I realised I'm still not quite slim enough for that and couldn't fasten the buttons at the front of the dress without gaps showing between them so I've just got a normal underwired bra and my natural bust. My tummy is almost flat now; just a few more kilos / pounds to lose and I'll be seeing more of an hourglass figure again at last. I have to thank the hot weather for killing my appetite ... although ice cream does feature quite regularly!
I don't do bare legs even if it is 32°C (90°F) so my soft micronet tights in a dark natural shade (these ones by Jonathan Aston) are doing good service in shaping my legs, matching my tan and keeping me cool. I thought some black ballet flats would match the look best.
Here's me just now with Arnold the Olive (and the little palm tree that some bird seeded last year and which is also coming along).
It is lovely being a woman. And being outdoors in a little dress in the warm is the cherry (or three cherries) on that particular cake.
Sue x
Hello dear Sue,
ReplyDeleteI am back from a short break...and I think I will have one next week when I travel to the Svabian Alb again...Probably Violetta will also go there (my son,who first wanted to go with me again told me, he probably will stay here). A nice dress . It´s a wonderful feeling outdoor ....and without neighbours looking curiously LOL. But with these temperatures I alsways choose not to wear nylon on my legs (though I love nylons). Have a good time and all the best. I appreciate your so kind visits to my blog very much.
Violetta
Thank you, dear Violetta. I look forward to hearing about your next holiday as well as the last one! You know how to have a good time!
DeleteI think tights work in warm weather if they are net or lace, and stockings work if they are very light. I just don't like the look of my legs without them.
Sue xx
Wow Ms Richmond, you are looking seriously hot. And I'm not talking degrees C either. You look amazing. I hope your neighbours take a lot more breaks. Maybe you could put a temporary screen up now and again, to keep you private for femme time?
ReplyDeleteDee xxx
Thank you, Dee; most kind. I don't know if a screen is possible as it'd have to be pretty huge, very much more than a wind-break on a beach. On the whole, it's reasonably private here, especially in winter, but you have to watch out for people suddenly emerging into the open when you don't expect it. Sue xx
DeleteYou look wonderful, Sue. It’s lovely to see you enjoying the sunshine and being able to make the most of your garden and a little privacy.
ReplyDeleteThe dress really suits you, and it’s great to hear that all your hard work is paying off with your weight loss too. I know that feeling of finding an outfit that you’ve not been able to wear quite how you wanted and finally being able to enjoy it properly.
I also love the little details, Arnold the Olive and the palm tree! 🌿
And yes, I think you summed it up beautifully… it really is wonderful when we get those moments where we can just be ourselves.
Hugs,
Lotte x
Thanks so much for your nice comments, Lotte. I hardly dared hope the dress would fit again but it does so that's wonderful and very reassuring. I think my femininity was affected when I was overweight so I feel happier and more confident now. Sue xx
DeleteAh, to find an old age cherished favourite school works is a lovely thing indeed, IMO. All that and time to enjoy the sunshine from the balcony too. Looking fab, Sue
ReplyDeleteThanks very much, Lynn. I never throw anything away as fashion is a merry-go-round and my weight is a yo-yo so I know things will get put to use again. All the fun of the fair! Sue xx
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