Okay… I’m giving in, I’m going to do it. I’ve been sat on this for a while, but I feel like I’ve reached the point of no return. I can no longer keep it in. THIS IS SHIT. I am all for being positive, but does anyone else feel like it’s an unofficial rule beingContinue reading “Quarantine made me do it…”
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10 reasons why dachshunds are the best dog on the planet
With over 1.8 million miniature dachshund tags on Instagram, it’s fair to say these little sausage-like dogs are making a name for themselves. And it’s no wonder with their incredibly unique body shape! According to The Kennel Club, the number of dachshunds registered with them in the UK has increased by 80% in the lastContinue reading “10 reasons why dachshunds are the best dog on the planet”
Why I’ve gone Vegan (for January)
Unless you’re living under a rock, you will be familiar with the veganism lifestyle and the increasingly popular pledge, “Veganuary“: it’s simple. Only vegan friendly, plant-base foods for the entire month. People from around 178 countries take part in this diet change and with 300,000 of us from the UK signing up this year, clearly,Continue reading “Why I’ve gone Vegan (for January)”
“New year, new me!” Oh how original…
It’s January the 1st. Day one of 2020 and even more significantly, the very first day of this new decade. This time of year is prevalent for reflection and looking back, thinking ahead etc. And, I think as much as people share the memes taking the p out of people who do it on socialContinue reading ““New year, new me!” Oh how original…”
5 quotes for my 2020 Mood
With the upcoming plethora of “my year on Instagram stories” and “chapter 1 of 12” new beginning rubbish, I thought I would actually see if there were any worthy mantras to inspire 2020 and make a mood of this new decade. Trawling through Pinterest (for what felt like hours) couldn’t have left me more uninspired!!Continue reading “5 quotes for my 2020 Mood”
5 reasons to visit BARCELONA (in the tune of Ed Sheeran)
As I sit on the sofa, Hershel nestled on my lap, the rain is literally hammering at the windows, telling me to grab the chocolate and put a film on. It’s August. Great. Welcome to the British Summer! This time last year, myself and the husband to be, were exploring the city streets of BarcelonaContinue reading “5 reasons to visit BARCELONA (in the tune of Ed Sheeran)”
The “Worry Games” a bit like the hunger games, minus the poisonous berries
First off, this wasn’t a blog I had on my “Blogs I want to write over the summer holidays” list. But sometimes in life (much to my dismay) not everything goes to plan. Now as much as it pains me to do something in the wrong order, I guess sometimes you just feel the urgeContinue reading “The “Worry Games” a bit like the hunger games, minus the poisonous berries”
New teeth – who’s this?
WARNING – This is a long one. And for anyone that is not remotely interested in cosmetic dentistry or teeth, a very boring one too. You’ve been warned so if you choose to read on, don’t moan. Very recently I revealed to my very humble Instagram following my brand new “Hollywood Smile”. Now I’ve had this conversationContinue reading “New teeth – who’s this?”
Wedding dress shopping: the naked truth
What happens if unlike the majority of the female population, you hate wedding dresses? It’s not that I don’t wear dresses, I certainly do, but for me, lots of the dresses I had seen were very traditional, bridey wedding dresses. Yeh, I get that’s the point but as much as I tried I just didn’tContinue reading “Wedding dress shopping: the naked truth”
The book that changed my life (dramatic but true)
So here it is folks the reason behind my blog and the inspiration for the new, less anxious, more relaxed version of myself. Let’s start from the beginning… I love writing, not because I’m particularly skilled or creative, but I just like to write. In a society consumed with appearance, words and meaning often getContinue reading “The book that changed my life (dramatic but true)”