Coronation Street women


As well as being a Corrie fan and all round good blogger here at Flaming Nora, I’m also writing for women’s blog The Dolly Mix. Corrie fans might like to have a look at my latest musings on the Women of Coronation Street and why I find them compelling viewing. You can have a look at it here, but only if you’d like to.

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Steve said…
Ooh. Betty. Now that takes me back.
6:11 PM
KAZ said…
Emily's swimsuit looks like a Bridget Riley design.
It would even make me look curvy.
7:45 PM
Old Cheeser said…
I just love their hats.
12:19 AM
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