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Dolly Parton’s niece shares heartbreaking goodbye to her beloved ‘Aunt Granny’

Dolly Parton’s niece has spoken out following the singer’s death on August 25 at age 80, sharing a moving tribute to her beloved aunt and godmother. Rebecca Seaver, the daughter of Dolly’s sister Cassie, took to Instagram on Tuesday to say goodbye to the legendary country singer, and shared a series of photos of herself with Dolly over the years. Rebecca’s final goodbye © InstagramRebecca shared some of her favorite memories with Dolly “Today, the grief we feel is insurmountable because of the enormous amount of love we all have for Dolly Rebecca Parton,” Rebecca began in the caption. “She has always been the light, not just for those directly in her orbit but for the entire world. We all wanted to be better versions of ourselves for her sake, and I hope we all continue to do just that.” © InstagramRebecca is the daughter of Dolly’s sister, Cassie She continued: “Today, I embark on a new journey: a life without my most trusted confidant. My best friend, my favorite adventurer, my name-giver, my godmother, …

The Granny Panties Theory One Man Credits For His Decades-Long Marriage

Published by Jenni Sidey

Relationships: The closest things we have to alchemy in this world. Mix the right elements, and something magical can bloom. But get the proportions wrong, and you’ve got a volatile chemical spill on your hands. I’ve weathered my fair share of romantic mishaps and calamities over the years. From the flameouts to the fizzles to the dramatic conflagrations that burned so brightly they seared my soul. And through each sputtering burst of love and longing, I’ve gathered a few kernels of wisdom to sustain me. Some insights have come from well-meaning friends who knew better. Others from therapists, self-help books, and a parade of exes who unknowingly revealed the flaws in my approach as we stumbled down romance’s pockmarked road. The ‘granny panties’ theory of love came from an unlikely source: my cranky, chain-smoking, existentially confused Uncle Larry It was Thanksgiving 2012, and the family had gathered at my parents’ place for the annual bacchanalia of overeating and nitpicking each other’s life choices. In between matches of arguing about politics and lobbing turkey-carved insults, Uncle …

Princess Charlotte’s camel coat is a ‘royal rewind’ of granny Diana’s 80s version

Published by Daniella Wilson

It may feel like a distant memory to some now that we have our feet firmly in January 2026, but royal fans everywhere are still understandably reeling over Princess Charlotte’s charming appearance in Sandringham at the Christmas Day church service. The-ten-year-old royal was the star of the show as she spoke to well-wishers on the day. Pictured leaving St Mary Magdalene church on the royal Norfolk estate, her new bespoke Catherine Walker coat dress was a delightful masterclass in formal dressing. The butterscotch and mocha brown design was such a statement piece and had a standout regality about it. © GettyPrincess Charlotte looked lovely in her bespoke Catherine Walker coat on Christmas Day As a fashion editor who has been specialising in royal style for over eight years, I was delighted to see her don this outerwear staple from one of her mother’s go-to British designers. © Samir Hussein/WireImage Charlotte looked so chic alongside her family in Sandringham The dazzling garment featured a chocolate brown velvet collar to match the pockets, buttons, and cuffs in …

6 of the Best New Granny Hobby Books

Published by Jenni Sidey

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Grace Lapointe’s fiction has been published in Kaleidoscope, Deaf Poets Society, Mobius: The Journal of Social Change, and is forthcoming in Corporeal Lit Mag. Her essays and poetry have been published in Wordgathering. Her stories and essays—including ones that she wrote as a college student—have been taught in college courses and cited in books and dissertations. More of her work is at https://gracelapointe.wordpress.com, Medium, and Ao3. View All posts by Grace Lapointe Grace Lapointe’s fiction has been published in Kaleidoscope, Deaf Poets Society, Mobius: The Journal of Social Change, and is forthcoming in Corporeal Lit Mag. Her essays and poetry have been published in Wordgathering. Her stories and essays—including ones that she wrote as a college student—have been taught in college courses and cited in books and dissertations. More of her work is at https://gracelapointe.wordpress.com, Medium, and Ao3. View All posts by Grace Lapointe One of my editors told me that kids today refer to cozy hobbies as …

Granny bags your nan carried have never been cooler – see fashion editor’s tips on nailing ‘grandma style’

Published by Daniella Wilson

We all know that fast fashion and crazy trends are not for keeps. If you buy something that has ‘fad’ written all over it (hello Labubu), you can be pretty sure that in a year, it will be in the bargain bin. Which is why classic items are always desirable in the fashion world; from tailored pieces to white shirts and sleek silhouettes – these capsule items you invest in now will carry your wardrobe throughout your life. There’s a reason why A-list celebrities such as Jane Fonda, Helen Mirren and even the late Audrey Hepburn still top the style lists – their outfits are chic and timeless. This is where the ‘granny bag’ trend comes to play. © Edward BerthelotBoxy bags that look vintage-esque are big news right now We’ve seen a resurgence of bags from yesteryear becoming seriously trendy right now – bags that look like they originate from another era have never been cooler. You may have noticed that so many fashion brands have resurrected certain pieces of arm candy from their archives – that’s because …

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