Lately: Lighthouse Parka Jacket, Pumpkins and Autumn Details

I think the last time we had a catch up I was having a good old moan about feeling under the weather. Sorry about that. I know it was only flu but sometimes we all need to vent and for the last 2 weeks boy have I felt sorry for myself. I’m feeling much better now and have even kicked a few leaves around this week with a smile on my face. All I have to share with you today is photographs of our walks in the countryside, alongside all the things that have been making me smile lately but that’s a good start. No more whining, I promise.

1| Picking up a pumpkin and researching recipes.

2| Reading The Goldfinch

3| Ordering my first Disaronno and coke

4| Discovering new places on our doorstep after living in Hebden for 7 years.

5| Having a hot (ish) shower. The boiler is poorly but today it is working and I’m very thankful for that. It felt AMAZING.

6| My new winter coat c/0 Lighthouse. This is the Reva Parka Coat in plum which you’ll see me in none stop until March. I’ve collaborated with the brand previously (see that post here) so I know that this waterproof coat will last, they are a great brand. Lighthouse have a great selection of all-weather friendly jackets and rain coats in a variety of colours to cheer up your A/W wardrobe.

The Reva is practical for winter walks with the pup and includes a cosy shearling lining, pockets galore (inside too), and stylish plum, yellow and navy detailing. The plum colour is ideal for cheering up early morning walks and it has a generous hood to hide away from the rain. I’ll see how I get on with it as the weather gets colder and share more on the blog.

7| An invite to the Anthropologie launch party in Leeds. I’m looking forward to catching up with friends, and perusing the stores treasures. Great news for Leeds!

8| Talking Roller Derby with my skating buddies on a road trip to Grimsby. It’s been a year since I first donned skates and although I’m always being told that the best skaters take longer to pass their minimum skills (I think folk are just being kind) I really, really want to pass this time. My next minimum skills test is booked for December and I don’t want to put too much pressure on myself as last time I was in tears on the train when I didn’t pass, like a complete drama queen. No one needs to see that. This time, I just want to be prepared. So I’ll be running my legs off in the meantime, and practicing with the team until then. Wish me luck!

9| Just hanging out in the great outdoors with my two favourites, the OH and Polly. It’s these simple things that I look forward to. As long as there is a pub en route and I’m allowed to stop to take all the photos then I’m happy.

10| Searching for colour on my daily dog walks. I’ve tried to take note of the remaining flowers out there before they disappear entirely. Autumn will come and go in a flash too so I’m soaking it all up!

11| Going to the newly reopened Squeeze cafe in Hebden Bridge. Its walls are donned in red brick and the high ceiling is draped with pendant lights; my kinda space and great food and coffee too.

12| Coming downstairs to the smell of last night’s fire.

13| Buying an End of the Road Festival tote bag as a souvenir to one of the best festival’s I’ve ever been to. It has a Sonic Youth inspired illustration on it and I LOVE IT.

14| Drinking hot chocolate and eating Parkin on my afternoon break.

15| Taking a delivery of bathroom tiles from Tile Mountain. Our bathroom makeover begins soon!

What have you been up to lately?