Sutton, who initially didn't understand why she'd gained an influx of followers (she was hoping Oprah might have shared one of her photos), responded to the situation in an Instagram post.

"Well, it’s been the strangest 24 hours that I’ve ever experienced on social media," Sutton wrote. "It started with a Twitter rant using my picture as an example of what is wrong Instagram (the author has since contacted me privately and apologised) and ended with an incredible outpouring of love, support and kindness that I will be eternally grateful for."

She then went on to say that she utilizes Instagram as a forum of discussion about the things which bring her joy and as a way to process her mother's death. Sutton unapologetically added that her Instagram account is just a small glimpse into her world.

"They are a tiny snapshot of an otherwise very mundane and normal life. Too shallow for you? Perhaps….but I’m a firm believer in taking the responsibility to find the content that brings YOU joy and moving on from the things that upset you," the writer added.

The mother of three then thanked her supporters and embraced a new nickname.

"I just want to thank each and everyone of you who understands that, and who came out in droves to follow, cheer on, show solidarity and support. I’m not one to dwell on things, so that’s all I shall say on the matter, but THANK YOU," she continued. "From every inch of my heart. With love ‘Auntie Paula’ – as it seems I am now known!!"

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Well, it’s been the strangest 24 hours that I’ve ever experienced on social media. It started with a twitter rant using my picture as an example of what is wrong Instagram (the author has since contacted me privately and apologised) and ended with an incredible outpouring of love, support and kindness that I will be eternally grateful for. I – like many people – started this account to talk about the things in life that make me happy; Architecture, A styled room here, a cushion there, a baked cake, a summer dress or a bunch of flowers… It turned into a space where I felt comfortable to show my face and to also write a little about my feelings of positivity and being grateful, and more recently exploring my feelings of loss in losing my mother whilst still trying to seek out joy… It’s always been a safe little corner to explore a creative side that I kept hidden for so long after servicing the creative endeavours of others. I enjoy creating little scenes and stories… I’m inspired by old Hollywood, and by the fashion photography of the 1950’s and 60’s, and all that is reflected in my images. I suppose what I didn’t realise – in my naivety – is that some people look at the pictures without reading all of the captions and therefore understanding who I am… These images are meant to be joyful and fun, and are styled and created to please the eye. They are a tiny snapshot of an otherwise very mundane and normal life. Too shallow for you? Perhaps….but I’m a firm believer in taking the responsibility to find the content that brings YOU joy and moving on from the things that upset you. I just want to thank each and everyone of you who understands that, and who came out in droves to follow, cheer on, show solidarity and support. I’m not one to dwell on things, so that’s all I shall say on the matter, but THANK YOU. From every inch of my heart. With love ‘Auntie Paula’ – as it seems I am now known!! xx❤️???? • • • #forevergrateful #joyseeker

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