Category Archives: work

velveteen

29th November 2012

I have a bit of an obsession with all things velvet at the moment so when I saw this skirt on Missguided at a bargain price I couldn’t not order it. To be honest, for the price I wasn’t expecting greatness but this is one of hte nicest skirts I own, the fit and length is wonderful and it’s super comfy. I paired it up with one of my ASOS cat jumpers and called it an outfit for an afternoon at home.

This week is coming along nicely, my brother is home and we’re catching up, eating out and generally chilling. I’m starting to feel like socialising more and I have a couple of evenings out coming up including going to see Ellie’s pupils in their school production tonight…exciting.

I’m off work next week and hope to have some fun, crutches or not. Physio session later and maybe, just maybe I can ditch the wretched sticks. I’m itching to get active again, to walk and be independent. I’m almost tempted to say “sod it” and walk through the pain in my own special way!

Before all that though, a morning in the office beckons. I’ve said this before but I do love my workplace, it never feels like a chore to go in and do a shift or two; even when I moan or we have a really demanding day you leave ready for the next one…I’m so grateful to the surgery for the chance they took on me.

Catch you tomorrow loves, for FRIDAY FEVER!

xxx

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Summer Brights

25th July 2012

Wallis top, Primark skirt, Dune wedges c/o Sarenza

Summer’s arrival meant Monday I wanted to wear bright colours. Actually, I wore two outfits on Monday (the other to be shown tomorrow) and that was also a bit on the bright side.
This skirt was a £5 Primark bargain, a true impulse buy that will probably be a bit of a wardrobe staple. The top was pinched from my mother’s wardrobe (love her!) and the whole lot was finished off with my favourite wedges.

Mid-week already. Thank goodness. I am in full holiday count down mode and in an oddly/constantly chirpy mood. I’ve been doing a lot of phlebotomy shifts over the last couple of weeks and I am well on my way to getting another skill/qualification under my belt. For someone who wanted to work in Journalism, I am still in shock at how well I’ve taken to clinical work! It’s now my ambition to become a fully qualified Health Care Assistant and I am putting thought in to spending 2014 working abroad. There is something very satisfying about working with patients on a one-to-one basis, reception work is also enjoyable but with it comes a lot of abuse and hassle.

Are you working in your chosen field, or has your dream changed as time’s gone on? Has anyone done a year working abroad? Tips and advise welcome!

xxx

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in the half light

16th February 2012

H&M Bunny dress, New Look skirt, Tesco tights, Georgia Rose boots c/o Sarenza.

8am starts make it even less likely that I’ll catch decent enough light for semi-ok outfit photos…seriously Spring, hurry up and get here so I’m not prancing around in the half light, and looking over my shoulder as I walk to work. I think this is what I wore on Monday; it’s been a long week!

Yesterday I did my first proper session taking people’s blood at work, I admit, it’s a strange thing to love doing…but love it I do and it’s something I’ve wanted to do ever since I started my job.

What’s something you’d love to do? Strange or not? What’s stopping you from giving it a go?

Almost at the weekend folks. ALMOST!

xxx

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Pick and Mix

01st February 2012

Primark jumper (still going strong after several washes, best £5 ever!), Matalan skirt (another £5 well spent!), Superdrug tights, Faux fur collar, Jeffrey Campbell boots c/o Sarenza

The collar actually came with my blue River Island dress but being detachable it lends itself perfectly to mixing and matching with other outfits. After yesterday’s experiment I’ve decided I rather like this collar lark so hit me up with your favourites so I can make some purchases when I actually get paid (ongoing saga if you follow me on Twitter!)

Back to work again today, I love my Tuesdays off as by the time I go back on a Wednesday it feels like a really short week as Monday is all but forgotten.
I have my first training as a phlebotomist today (blood taker) and I am really quite excited!

What other accessories are good for mixing and matching? I’m open to all suggestions and links (feel free to pimp your own shops!)

xxx

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Man Up

08th September 2011

I am having transitional wardrobe fail. Summery floral prints don’t feel quite right, but I have yet to put much thought in to this seasons work wear, given that I only started work in January and was mainly behind the scenes, I don’t really have a lot that is “front of house” appropriate (yet).

Trousers; Next (stolen borrowed from Mum) Tee; Peacocks, Shoes; New Look

Before I leave I’ll chuck on a blazer and call it smart enough.

Winter office wear suggestions…please? Complicated by the fact one office is like Siberia year round, whilst the other is un-reliable and will sometimes leave you blue with cold and at others have you melting!

xxx

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