Wednesday, 8 April 2015
Sunday, 5 April 2015
April Showers
So as many know, British weather is notoriously fickle all year round. We can have snow showers in March and blazing sun in November. It makes it pretty difficult to dress or be prepared for spur-of-the-moment weather changes and so, we find ourselves packing multiple items in our handbag; on standby for those desperate moments of need.
As we’ve drawn closer and closer to April, i’ve noticed that a lot of shops are getting umbrellas in stock; in a variety of shapes, sizes and colours. Of course, April is known for the saying “April showers, bring May flowers”, and when i think of April i can’t help but think of Umbrella’s, Rain macs and wellington boots. -As well as this number from Glee…
With all this in mind, i got a little carried away on polyvore and composed this little piece; instilled with all things that make me think of this April Showers quote, as well as a few bits i can’t live without when venturing out on a rainy day. Enjoy
What comes to mind when you think of April?
Cheerio for now!
Tuesday, 31 March 2015
First Quarter: Summary
Is it just me or has this first quarter of the year just flown by?
I feel like it was only yesterday that i was complaining to my mom about my January blues.
So, what have i been up to in this first quarter of the year?
Well, i’ve mainly been hibernating under a vast array of books, notepads and stray pieces of people trying to stay up-to-date with my studies and get to grips with my last few assignments of the year. I’ve also had some exciting developments in my home life, one being in the form of a wet-room. Now to any other human being a wet room probably seems like nothing to get excited over; but as someone who has had to rely solely on a carer not only to care, dress and feed myself, but also to wash myself too this is pretty exciting news. It will not only make the whole bathroom/washing scenario a lot easier but also much more safe, and it will enable me to be able to have a few moments to myself and regain a bit of my independence back; which literally makes my heart burst with joy!
The first time using that wet room was the most glorious moment ever! -I get that probably sounds so ridiculous to a healthy person but when your health has been taken from you in so many ways, it can be pretty soul destroying accepting that you can’t do simple things on your own anymore, like wash your own hair. And in a way, having to have someone else do these things for you, you kind of lose a piece of your dignity and pride within the process.
The other exciting development is, well to be revealed another day. I know that once i start talking about it i won’t be able to stop! All i can really say is all will be revealed soon and i hope you like the beach because my posts from April will probably revolve around just that.
Monday, 30 March 2015
Sunday, 29 March 2015
Spring Awakening; A trip to the park
My favourite time to visit the park is around September-Novemember; it’s so pretty watching the trees surrender to the autumn season; though i must admit after a harsh winter, of both health and studies, i was raring to get out the house and back to that park. I’ve been visiting Greenwich Park since i was a child, and yet overtime i revisit i discover something new. For instance; i just found out that theres a Rose Garden! I’m already mentally planning this next venture there in my mind, who’s in?
We gathered some monkey nuts, bird seeds and a few picnic bits and set off. We arrived to find and quiet, and peacefully still park. With very few around, we delighted in taking a stROLL around, and headed for the duck pond whilst taking in the dawn of the awakening season. Everything looked the same, yet completely different. The trees stood tall, strong; like an elder brother watching over us. The bushes and flowerbeds whispered as the breeze whipped by, waving to us as we walked by. The squirrels somehow familiar, stop and starring, greeting us like old friends as they rushed by.
We breathed in that last bit of fresh air, from that hilltop before sliding into the car and heading over blackheath back homeward bound. Our first trip of the year had been a success. Recharged and refreshed from the claustrophobic spell winter held over us, we’d been awakened to the new season. A Spring awakening.
Have you had your spring awakening yet?
Cheerio for now!
Wednesday, 25 March 2015
March Musings
This past month -well few months- i've been a little all over the place. I'm in my last block of this (academic) years studies, and can honestly not wait for summer to commence! I've always been an autumn to winter kinda chick, with my heart skipping a beat just at the thought of crisp orange leaves and oversized scarves; though this year theres been a bit of a change and i've found myself lusting over sunday drives in the countryside, pimms in the park and skinny dipping at the seaside.
As well as my seasonal preferences shifting, i've also found myself leaning to more 'spring-like' bits and bobs, with accents of a more fresher and feminine feel then my usual vibe. I honestly feel more comfortable in dark earthy colours but lately I've been embracing more of the lighter and brighter tones and textures, which ordinarily i would never go for. Here are a few items i've had my eye on...
Cotton Apron, Sheet (similar), Teacup & Saucer, Hip Flask, Mug, Wired Baskets, Rug, Ray-ban Aviators, Sneakers, Roll-On, Make-up Brush, Lip Balm, Picnic Basket, Art Deco Mirror, Marble Plate Collection, Vase
What have been your March Musings? Had your eye on anything or had a spring awakening?
Cheerio for now!
Monday, 23 March 2015
Beauty: Cinderella x MAC
So of course Cinderella is the newest addition of live action movies disney have produced. I, personally love live action movies and have been waiting for more from disney since Alice in Wonderland (2010). In light of this new release, MAC have released a new line of products for the film.
Now i have to admit i've never been a MAC girl. *moment where every woman gasps in shock and clicks off, totally disgusted*. I'm not sure why this is, i just never really liked MAC all that much. Maybe i didn't inherit the MAC gene like every other girl on the planet? Or maybe it's where i grew up in stage school community and was constantly plastered in heavy stage make up; which as great as it was, sometimes was really irritating especially for my sensitive skin. Nevertheless i've never been a huge fan, until now.
I was recently talking to a friend, when she mentioned MAC's new makeup line for the Cinderella release. Now i don't know whether i'm a little late on the times with this news, but i was completely surprised by this development and couldn't get my tush over to MAC's website fast enough! All the products seem to have a great write up and report, I mean it's not no kiddy make up! I love the pretty packaging. Out of all the products though, i'm absolutely loving those shades in the stroke before midnight eye palette, think i may have to get my hands on one of them bad boys!
A fan of MAC? What do you think of this collection?
Cheerio for now!
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