Look How Far You’ve Come.
It’s so easy to focus on the crappy things in life. I guess that’s because they have more impact on us physically and mentally, grief and stress are of course harder to carry than peace and contentment. Plus, if you’re anything like me, when life is going smoothly and I feel happy it makes me nervous as to what’s around the corner!
I’ve had a fxxking break through.
This post is mainly for me if I am honest. To document a huge turning point in both my life, and my mental health.
I Thought I Had More Time.
This past weekend, we went into our local market town for their annual Trick or Treat Trail…
Can You be Body Positive and Still Want to Lose Weight?
The most life changing thing I have learned in recent years that body acceptance begins in the mind, and not with your dress size.
Amazing Pasta at Yard, Norwich.
For Valentines Day, Matt and me had pre booked an ‘All you can Eat’ Meat restaurant. However, when it came nearer to the occasion, we changed our mind about wanting to go. Someone I had spoken to around that time had raved about ‘Yard’ on Pottergate and, never one to say no to pasta, I […]
Weekly Outfit Faves #1
The other weekend the three of us were out for Matts cousins wife’s 40th. I have vowed to myself that I’m not buying any new outfits in March or April so had to do the unthinkable and wear something I already own. I know right? Sacrilege. Lucky for me I like to have a few […]
Happy Birthday Matty!
hing my big ol’ hunk of a man Matthew James a very Happy Birthday. I can’t believe this is the 4th birthday of yours we are celebrating together. Time flies when you’re having fun!
Family Time for my Bro’s Birthday
Last week it was my brothers birthday and, for a change I got to spend it with him and his girlfriend, as they decided to pay us a visit from Halifax for a couple of days.
You Can’t Just ‘Change Your Mind’ When it Comes to Mental Health.
I feel it is one of the most overused bits of advice when it comes to mental health and while yes, it is true to some extent, it is also ridiculously misleading.
How I Began My Steps of Recovery.
If you follow me on social media you will be aware that recently, I have once again been battling with my mental health. If you follow me on social media you will be aware that recently, I have once again been battling with my mental health. What frustrated me most was knowing what I needed […]
Outfit Of The Week #1 – Topshop Leopard Print Dress
I decided I wanted to share a favourite outfit each week. Something I have worn that I really liked. For no other reason really, other than I love clothes and what they represent. I really believe in clothes being an expression of ones self, even if they don’t intend them to. Additionally I am wanting […]
Why This Christmas Felt Extra Special (Non Covid Related).
I have been feeling super sentimental this festive season, but no, it has naff all to do with the everlasting covid pandemic. Yes, we did have a crappy Christmas last year thanks to a last minute lockdown. However, I had a whole other reason for wanting to make this year’s festivities all the more special; […]
Dinner at The White Horse, Brancaster Staithe.
Recently Matt and me celebrated two years of being together with a lovely meal at The White Horse which is located in Brancaster Staithe. For anyone who is unfamiliar with this very popular venue, it is well known for it’s seafood dishes, particularly the sharing platter. Located in the heart of the beautiful North Norfolk […]
It’s Hot! Here’s a Reminder to Wear What You Want.
We finally have some hot weather (it’s actually far too hot if you ask me but hey ho). As it is here to stay for a little while, I wanted to write a post to remind everyone it is OK to wear what the hell you want. Whatever keeps you cool while it’s SCORCHING. If […]
What I Want You to Understand About My Mental Health Issues.
I’m writing this post in the hope it will help others understand what it’s like living with anxiety, depression, or any mental health condition. I want the stigma that overshadows these illnesses to end because, I for one don’t feel it is possible to ask for the right help for fear of being judged or […]
New Hair. New Ink.
May was a bit of a transformative month for me. I finally got my hair cut and coloured for the first time since October, I also had my first ever tattoo day sitting in order to work on completing my arm. I have my hair cut and coloured by Amy AKA the colour queen! I’ve […]
Tips to Help Boost Self Confidence
I have come to enjoy talking about body positivity and self confidence online. Not only is it really liberating and helps with my own issues but it appears to help others too. I regularly get messages from people sharing their own experiences or thanking me for posting certain truths about myself. The fact that my […]
Starting Again.
I shared quite an honest and vulnerable post on my Instagram yesterday. It got a great response which I was pleased (and relieved) about. More importantly though I feel it helped people understand a bit more about me and my mindset. Those who know me and those who have followed me for many years will […]
Make The Most of Now
Sometimes we get so caught up in every day life we forget just how precious it actually is. We can find ourselves getting irritated at the stupidest things such as a prolonged red light or a snotty email at work and forget the bigger picture. There is nothing wrong with dedicating yourself to your job […]
What I Will Take Away From 2020.
Well, 2020 was a bit shit wasn’t it?! Saying that, 2021 isn’t offering much comfort so far either, now we find ourselves back in another lockdown. Not even a fortnight into the new year and most of us have already had enough. The reality is 2021 was never going to start off easy. Most of […]
Are You Still Socialising?
This weekend I went out with two of my lovely friends for cocktails and dinner. It was so nice to see them and catch up. It was of course also nice to go for drinks and delicious food…
Living With Low Self Esteem
Since I was really little I have suffered with cripplingly low self esteem. I would beat myself up about everything I could; my capability, my likability, my looks and weight and my achievements. I never believed in my talents and didn’t ever feel I was good enough.
Should we be Posting Photos of Our Children on Social Media?
When I gave birth to Savannah I wasn’t on Facebook having deleted it a couple of years before. This meant that during my pregnancy there were no big reveals or bump updates and no big announcement when she entered the world either.
No Regrets
Today I want to write a post to all of you out there who are either living with regret or living in the past. I’m here to say stop.
Boating in Norwich
Life is slowly starting to return to some kind of normality at last (just in time for the summer holidays!). One thing Matt and me had been promising Savannah all through lockdown was that as soon as we could, we would take her on a boat ride. At the end of summer last year Matt […]
Don’t Rely on Relationships to Make You Happy
When I was about 16 I was at family wedding where I was asked countless times if I ‘had a boyfriend yet’. Followed by the standard ‘Well there’s plenty of time’ reply when I advised I did not.
Put a Ring On It.
I have been asked about my rings quite a bit on social media recently so I thought, seeing as I have a shiny new blog why not do a quick write up about them.
Why I Didn’t Send My Daughter Back To School Last Week.
As a parent you’re faced with tough decisions almost daily. No one knows what they are doing when they have a baby and it doesn’t get easier as they grow. Each age comes with new hurdles and every single one of us has no clue on how to handle any of it. We just do the best we can at the time.
Stay at Home Mum VS Single Working Mum.
As I previously mentioned in my ‘About Me’ blog post, my life has changed quite a bit. For all of my blogging life I was married, later becoming a stay at home mum to Savannah who is now six. Since my marriage ended in 2018 however, I have been a working single mum and I get asked quite a lot about which I prefer….
Topshop Floral Midi Dress of Dreams.
The other week I was browsing through Instagram and saw a pic of a super cool girl wearing this floral midi dress and instantly fell in love. I am a sucker for floral dresses and tea dresses so this one reeled me in…