Saturday 15 February 2014

Bargains, ballerina's and a bit of romance.

 What did you want to be when you grew up?
(Or are you like me and still don't feel like a grown up?)
When I was a little girl I dearly wanted to be a ballerina. And a mermaid. And an actress. And  a pop star. And a football player. And a trapeze artist. And a vet. And a writer. And a costume designer.
Yeah, I had a lot of dreams for a little lady!
I am pretty sure I can safely say that most of my child hood dreams are unobtainable now and won't come true.
I will never get to ride a unicorn over the rainbow. Or have a swing inside my lounge room. Or play a guitar in a rock band whilst millions of fans scream my name.
But a girl can still dream, right?
I found this pale pink frock for about a dollar and after trying it on one steamy day last week, suddenly felt like my dream of becoming a world famous ballerina who could leap like a gazelle, pirouette and spin, plie and generally float across a stage might still be possible.
 It isn't a typical ballerina style with full tu-tu skirt and yet it makes me feel like dancing around the house imagining myself to be Anna Pavlova. It is just so sheer, and floaty and makes me waft instead of walk. A bargain to feel like that for only a dollar!
More recent bargains in the shape of retro beads gorgeous vintage red gloves.
 And the only thing better than a bargain is something that is free!
After discovering my floaty pink frock I spotted this trunk outside the op shop near the donation bin and when I enquired about the price, the lovely elderly gentleman said they were throwing it out and I was welcome to it for free. Say what?
 Now that is a bargain!
 The case is huge and was made in Melbourne by Flite Pak. It has the most beautiful brass locks and the rescued lovely is now home to all of my kids dress up clothes.
 And look at this beautiful (and wrinkly!) vintage pink scarf that seemed the perfect match for my new to me pink dress. The scarf is silk and depicts so many lovely scenes from yesteryear. I keep spotting new details every time I look at it.
 
I hope everyone had a wonderful Valentines Day full of love. I was absolutely exhausted after having a crazy day at work hosting a Valentines Day special event and playing cupid to all of my residents.
We celebrated with handmade cards, handmade paper roses,
and a divine cake and biscuits to enjoy for afternoon tea.
And the most fantastic moment of Valentines Day was watching an elderly gentleman surprise his wife of over 60 years with a long stemmed red rose and a loving kiss.
It was a moment of such romance and poignancy, that I almost became a blubbering mess.
And luckily, after seeing such a beautiful romantic moment at work I discovered these gorgeous flowers for me at home.
 Romance isn't dead. Hurrah!
 
 


18 comments:

  1. Beautiful dress and even more beautiful smile.
    Love and sunshine Sunday.
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    1. Love and sunshine right back at you on this Sunday. XXX

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  2. Oh me too! a ballerina! even now I want the ribbon shoes, tulle skirt, white tights, and the ballet cardigan (Dear God!) you are reminiscent of a ballerina in your frock and head scarf! how beautiful is the frock, it's gorgeous, pale pink is beautiful on you (actually you suit ALL colours!!) the free suitcase is awesome! and your flowers! I do like your cupids outfit x x x

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    1. We can dream of being ballerina's can't we? I may have to leave the leotards alone though - no one deserves to see me in that! XXX

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  3. Enchantingly lovely finds! That scarf is so whimsically delightful! I love the soft, serene palette at work in this outfit. It certain strikes me as something a ballerina would sport.

    ♥ Jessica

    *PS* Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your immensely lovely comment on Friday's Valentine's Day post.

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    1. The scarf is lovely isn't it? Such great scenes and pretty colour. PS You are most welcome!

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  4. You look beautiful, the dress is lovely and the scarf is just amazing. Great scores especially that free trunk, I bet the kids absolutely love rummaging through it.
    I bet you and your colleague brightened everyone's Valentine's Day. I'm not surprised the elderly gent nearly reduced you to tears. There's nothing like love like that! xxx

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    1. The kids are having a ball getting everything out of the case - not so good at packing it all away mind you! XXX

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  5. Ahhh, you do look like a beautiful ballerina! Love the dress and the delightful scarf, and that suitcase is wonderful.
    Sixty years of love and marriage? That's something to celebrate alright! xxx

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    1. 60 years is amazing isn't it? I am pretty bloody proud of only 9 years. We actually had a couple who had been married for 70 years. We had a huge celebration for that one! XXX

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  6. Such scrummy finds! I love the gloves and case especially.
    Your floaty frock is just dreamy, and looks lovely and light for the Summer.
    I wanted to be a nurse, a scientist and HAPPY. Just the last one came to pass.........!!!
    XXX

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    1. Luckily the last life goal is the best! And, for so many, quite unachievable. XXX

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  7. Perfect Valentines day outfit!! Love love the scarf!! AND the suitcase!!!!
    xx

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    1. The scarf is awesome isn't it? And who can not love a free old case! XXX

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  8. i was so proud about my 50s-60s suitcase i just found yesterday in a thriftshop ... now i see your post and i go green with envy: your suitcase is the most beautiful case i've ever seen. WANT IT!

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    1. No, don't be jealous! I bet yours is great and who knows when a free case is lurking somewhere waiting for you!

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  9. aw so beautiful!

    Darshana
    http://socialspices.blogspot.ca/

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    1. Thanks so much and thank you for stopping by!

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