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This Life: Looking Forward
Disclosure: Ad | Gifted items marked c/o in the post. Although it is a tad surreal that we’re in the final quarter of the year, I’m feeling ready for the next season to begin, come rain or shine. Summer was a bit of a blur for me personally, so I can’t wait to don my autumn ankle boots, wooly hat…
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Web Wanderings #5
The natural and digital world are both a big part of my thirty-something life. So in praise of the internet, here’s some more of my web wanderings (a new-ish series on the blog), including tips, resources and light-bulb moments, that I’ve discovered online lately. Disclosure: Gifted Items Featured with c/o On Social: I’m joining in with Susannah Conway’s community project…
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A Small Patio Diary: Learning to Garden
Gardening has become a big part of my day-to-day this summer so I want to share what I’m learning, the mistakes I’ve made and what I have planned for our tiny outdoor patio space! If you’re new to it too, please follow along and share your gardening tips and tricks! Prior to this summer I confess to being a pretty…
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What I Learnt on Holiday
Disclosure: post features gifted items I’ve been to Western Australia three times now to visit family, and every time I come back a little bit more in love. Our family live roughly 200 miles south of Perth, in a gorgeous coastal town called Dunsborough. White sandy beaches, relaxed vibes, beautiful wildlife and great breweries and vineyards; I’ll take seconds, please.…
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This Life: A Catch Up
Due to all sorts of adult tomfoolery, I’ve needed some time-out from the blog. Not because I wanted a digital break, or any of that jazz, but simply because I needed to focus on the basics: work, health and tackling the laundry pile. Keeping myself to myself, with support from those closest to me, has helped me cope with some crappy…
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The Treat Yo’ Self Ten #4
Disclosure: Collaborative Post Hello chums! There seems to be more homewares in this Treat Yo’ Self Ten list than usual which must mean it’s springtime. Every spring, you see, I have the urge to refresh and update corners of my home. Whether that’s decorating a room with plants (rather than paint), buying new bedding or enjoying a scented candle that…
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20 Things to do This Spring
1| Go hiking with friends pre-dusk (take advantage of the evening light) 2| Give yourself a break from the TV and instead listen to the radio in the evenings as an alternative 3| Forage for Wild Garlic, Sorrel or Cow Parsley 4| Go to a wine tasting event or simply try something different at your local pub 5|Make a new seasonal…
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Web Wanderings #4
The natural and digital world are both a big part of my thirty-something life. So in praise of the internet, here’s some more of my web wanderings (a new series on the blog), including tips, resources and light-bulb moments, that I’ve discovered online lately. Read previous posts here. On social | On perfection, Matt Haig said: Your work will never be finished.…
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Treat Yo’ Self Ten #3
With February 14th looming, I thought it might be nice to share a choice selection of goods that you might like to treat yo’ self to. Instead of feeling disgruntled by Valentine’s Day, use it as a prompt to look after number one, and give yourself some attention! Here’s some products and brands that I’ve been enjoying/coveting: How cute is…
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Simple Things Jan/19
We made it through January, folks. Didn’t we do well? I think our survival deserves a large glass of whatever you fancy, and a long nap too. A+ effort, all round. In full disclosure though, I am that annoying person that enjoys the first month of the year (feel free to punch me in the face). I simply don’t mind…
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December 2018 Reflections
Best Day in 2018 Completing the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge in 10 hours in July. I did the challenge in 2017 too, but this year I, alongside by sister and brother in law, hiked 26 miles and three peaks (mountains sound more impressive) on one of the hottest days in summer. AND I beat my previous year’s time by over…
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2018 Christmas Gift Guide: Under £25
Today’s Christmas gift guide includes some of life’s little luxuries for the whole family, and all under £25. From perfume and hair accessories for the teenager in your life, to cashmere socks and luxurious Niederegger Marzipan for those who have everything, but deserve a little more. There’s something for bird lovers too courtesy of Boxwild and hopefully you’ll discover some…
