tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57084436545043469032024-03-21T15:02:17.092+00:00.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00012499348492393725noreply@blogger.comBlogger34125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5708443654504346903.post-27364448873368220502017-08-06T19:29:00.000+01:002017-08-06T19:29:09.806+01:0020 Things To Do When You Are Having A Bad Day! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>BREATHE. It's just a bad day, not a bad life!</b></div>
<a name='more'></a>Some days can be tough! We are all human and lets face it, not every day can be fine and dandy. I can 100% say that recently I have had quite a few days where all I have done is sighed at the world but I have found a few things that have gotten me back on track with being my smiley and sparkly self!<br />
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We do often forget that some of the smallest things can actually put a positive vibe on a bad day! Here are 20 things that I often do to help me when I am having a bad day.</div>
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<i>1. Play upbeat, crazy, happy music really loud</i></div>
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2. Write! Grab a notebook and scribble away</div>
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<i>3. Get dressed up for no reason</i></div>
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4. Watch a funny movie</div>
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<i>5. Take a nap</i></div>
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6. Read a book</div>
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<i>7. Take a bubble bath</i></div>
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8. Cuddle someone (Not a stranger! Maybe a friend or relative)</div>
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<i>9. Have a cup of tea</i></div>
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10. Plan something to look forward to</div>
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<i>11. Go for a walk</i></div>
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12. Buy some flowers and put them in a place you will constantly see them</div>
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<i>13. Meet a friend or relative for lunch</i></div>
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14. Take a break from social media</div>
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<i>15. Laugh ALOT!</i></div>
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16. Go to the gym or an exercise class</div>
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<i>17. Bake a cake or cook something from scratch</i></div>
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18. Treat yourself! Buy those shoes you have wanted for a while!</div>
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<i>19. Chat with someone, let off some steam</i></div>
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20. Reassure yourself that you are fantastic and tomorrow is a better day :)</div>
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What do you do when you are having a bad day? Let me know!</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00012499348492393725noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5708443654504346903.post-47454712091364550362017-07-27T11:55:00.003+01:002017-07-27T11:55:54.879+01:00Top Spots For Food & Drink In New York!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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NEW YORK! The city that never sleeps...The city where all food cravings are satisfied!</div>
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So I travelled to New York last month and had the most amazing 10 days ever!! I am totally in love with the place and to be honest I am pretty sure it is where I belong...(Anyone want to sponsor me to work there? Its worth a shot right...)</div>
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Before I travelled over there I created a list of food and drink places that I wanted to visit. I stayed in Brooklyn and thought it would be fun to try places a few places that were not so 'Central New York' but also managed to hunt down some Manhattan gems! I thought it would be sweet to share some of my faves with you in case you are planning a trip there or even for those that live there and haven't tried these places yet!<br />
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[Some places have more than one location but I have put the address for the ones that I visited personally]<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00012499348492393725noreply@blogger.comLincoln, UK53.230688 -0.5405789999999797153.154627 -0.70194049999997965 53.306749 -0.37921749999997972tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5708443654504346903.post-49795157018486936072017-07-25T17:40:00.000+01:002017-07-25T17:40:44.275+01:00Lets start again...Oh Hey!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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On a more serious note, why do we let life get in the way of things we really enjoy doing? Working full time where in some cases you never have the same shift patterns each week, coming home most of the time to more work (whether thats work brought from work or household work), turning down the fun things in life because you are too tired or can't even plan in advance due to a chaotic schedule.</div>
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I loved blogging...actually scrap that, I LOVE BLOGGING! It is something that I discovered that helped me release a creative spark when my mind was craving it. I am sitting here now kicking myself because I can 100% say that I did let life get in the way and I can honestly say that it will probably try and get in the way again in the future. I just won't let it! :)</div>
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As of today: Tuesday 25th July 2017, I will start being creative again, I will start blogging regularly and I won't let life get in the way of things that make me smile!</div>
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Let me know how you create free time in your life to enjoy things when life gets in the way!</div>
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It has definately been a while since I last did a post, a lot definately happened towards the end of 2016 and life kind of got in the way!</div>
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2016 was such a big year for me, I got to experience some amazing things! I got to intern in my jobs press department, had a trip of a lifetime to New York, opened a store in Cyprus, became a Department manager...It was just amazing.</div>
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So now that 2017 has arrived, I will definately be making sure that I grab as many opportunities as possible and aim to work on developing myself both physically and mentally. To help me with this I thought I would share two items that I use everyday and are top of my list as my 2017's essentials!!</div>
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<b><u>Gymtote - Reese tote bag</u></b></div>
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I have wanted one of these bags for such a long time and now that I finally have one, life feels complete! I love going to the gym but sometimes I find it difficult to motivate myself into going after spending all day at work. This Gymtote bag has totally helped that! If you think Mary Poppins endless bag was cool then you need to check this out. It has a compartment for everything!! Both for everyday items and your whole gym outfit! Want to know what I manage to carry in mine when I have a full day at work and then an evening session at the gym? My purse, house keys, work keys, makeup, phone, earphones, my happiness planner, a bottle of water, my lunch, a towel, shampoo, conditioner, bodywash, hair brush, trainers and my whole gym outfit! This bag is made to look like an every day handbag so it fits in with any trend but allows you to carry everything you will need to be prepared for a session at the gym. If that is not genius then I don't know what it!</div>
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I am very fussy when it comes to getting a diary and I have to consider everything! Is it pretty? Do I go with a page a day or a week across 2 pages? Can I find one that is more than your average diary? When I came across the happiness planner I instantly fell in love! It has everything in it that can really help me reflect on my day. From your schedule to your daily goals, your meals to what exercise you did. It allows you to reflect on your previous year and set goals you want to achieve whilst being full of motivational and inspirational quotes! I want to be more organised in 2017 and the happiness planner is going to help me do that!</div>
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I hope that you all have had an amazing start to the new year. This year I will definately start blogging more and would love to hear from you guys on what you would like to see!</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00012499348492393725noreply@blogger.comLincoln, UK53.230688 -0.5405789999999797153.154627 -0.70194049999997965 53.306749 -0.37921749999997972tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5708443654504346903.post-45838524515985734592016-08-08T18:46:00.000+01:002016-08-08T18:46:26.122+01:00Holiday Faves // H&M & New Look<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I have just had the most amazing holiday in Tenerife! Being able to go have fun at Siam park (water park) and see dolphins and whales on a boat trip was fantastic but also spending countless hours developing my tan was definately a must!</div>
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As soon as I set eyes on the collection I knew that I needed it as a must have in my wardrobe! The colour theme of black, grey, dusky pink and gold make this campaign striking yet so beautiful but it never takes away from the athletic purpose of the collection. The garments benefit from quick-drying and breathable materials but are also made from recycled polyester which means that they are sustainable!!</div>
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The collection officially launches both in store and online on the 21st July with the campaign material and I will definately be getting my hands on the whole collection. For the time being, I have been lucky enough to have purchased 3 items from the collection which I would consider my must have favourites and would love to share them with you!!</div>
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For Every Victory Tank Top // £7.99 : I think I fell in love with this tank top mainly because of its loose fitting shape and the simplicity of the design. Black is always a great shade to wear to the gym and I completely love the gold printed text which goes across the chest of the tank top. It's not in your face but allows the top to be not so plain. Even though this is part of the sportswear section I could easily wear this top as part of an everyday outfit.</div>
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For Every Victory Gym Leggings // £19.99 : I refuse to wear anything other than leggings on my legs when it comes to working out. I am also very fussy when it comes to gym leggings. Design plays a huge part when choosing gym leggings and I loved how they mixed up the grey with the black whilst separating them with a gold diamond print. The 2 other things that I look for in gym leggings are the material and the height of the waistband. These are quite thick for gym leggings which is what I like because I know that they won't be see through. There is nothing worse than doing a set of squats and showing everyone what colour pants you have on. They also have a regular waist which means they sit just below the belly button and there is very little chance that they will fall down.</div>
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For Every Victory Sports Bra // £14.99 : I live in sports bras so could not say no to another. This one is a medium support and honestly is one of the most comfortable sports bras that I have ever owned. It has double straps that cross over on the back which allows the extra support. The mesh back and mesh triangle section on the front allows this sports bra to be unique but also pretty which will make you want to show it off with pride! No one likes a frumpy boring sports bra! This also comes in pink which is equally as beautiful.</div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #000018; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Roboto, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 25px; text-align: start; white-space: pre-line;">If you go to New York you have to see a show! Myself and Phil didn't actually know what we wanted to go and watch until the day we got the tickets. We didn't even book in advance because we discovered a little thing that I think everyone should know about! RUSH TICKETS!! We decided that we would get to a theatre 20 minutes before they open because they sell 50 tickets as rush tickets. Its like a lucky dip really and I have to say we were really lucky. We decided that we wanted to see The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime, when we got there we were pretty much at the front of the queue for the rush tickets. We asked the box office guy for two rush tickets (bare in mind we thought we would get some cheap seats with restricted views), we paid $30 each to find out we were going to be sitting in the orchestra seats which are right at the front and usually cost between $99-$145! We had the best evening ever and it was such an amazing show!</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #000018; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Roboto, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 25px; text-align: start; white-space: pre-line;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #000018; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Roboto, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 25px; text-align: start; white-space: pre-line;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #000018; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Roboto, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 25px; text-align: start; white-space: pre-line;">We then got to experience Times Square at night time and unless you have experienced it you will never know. The screens were lighting up everywhere!! It was 10pm yet it felt like midday because it was so bright! Magical would be an understatement, it is definately like walking through a film set!</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #000018; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Roboto, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 25px; text-align: start; white-space: pre-line;">One of the things that I asked to experience was H&M in New York. My all time dream is to live and work in New York so I wanted to see what their employees did in a day at their stores and at their support office. They made me feel so welcome! The day before my visit to their store, the lovely Anthony Cassar presented me with a New York/H&M goody bag full of New York and H&M souvenirs! On the actual day I spent my time with a gentleman called Tony Everett who works in a personal shopping department they have in one of their stores. I got to help dress a blogger called Brianne Manz (Stroller In The City) and her cute daughter Gemma and it was just an awesome experience seeing the different aspects they have in their H&M's. I then went over to their New York support office and got to have my own little tour. Because they are based in New York the whole office was New York themed from the subway tiles they have on the wall to naming their meeting rooms after areas in New York. One thing that stood out for me was meeting the British people who work there and finding out what they do and how they got to work in New York. It was so inspirational and made me believe even more that my dream IS possible.</span></div>
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So the final week is over, I can not believe I have just done 3 weeks as a press assistant and I can not believe how fast it has gone!</div>
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The final week was pretty calm, I had gotten myself into a routine and knew what I had to do throughout the day so I just got on with it. It has been pretty weird having a computer! My normal day in store consists of running around, serving on the till and making sure everything is tidy. In the press office it all came down to the computer. All my jobs revolved around emails, programmes to input clothes, finding images online and in various folders (there were definately a lot of folders) and creating mailers to showcase products. The computer definately became my bible throughout the three weeks.</div>
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I have to say that steaming clothes got very therapeutic. I seriously hate ironing, everyone who knows me knows that I will do whatever it takes to not iron (unless its a serious case that the hair dryer can not control). Steaming is a different level. When I first had to use the steamer I ended up with various burns and a serious case of the sweats. By week 3 it became an art. Going around the show room checking the clothes for creases, then carefully and slowly gliding the steamer over them...there is something just so relaxing about the task. I am now searching google for the best steamer to invest in!</div>
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One of the things I absolutely loved doing was checking for coverage. Its a really proud moment when you look through a magazine and you find the products being advertised that you sent them! I can not count how many sends out that I did but the one that has stuck with me the most is a sports wear send out. I got told to go to store and pick out some new sports wear and then send it out to this magazine that had requested it for their July issue. Sports wear is one of my favourite concepts so I was literally in my element, I really hope that when the July issue comes out that they have chosen to shoot the items that I sent them.</div>
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Group lunches and dinners was an amazing treat! It was lovely bonding with everyone on the press team but also being accepted and included straight from the start was lovely. I think I have drank enough prosecco to last me a life time. </div>
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There are a lot of things that I am going to miss about my internship. All the lovely people, gaining a huge interest in press and knowing it is something I want to be part of in the future, being able to grab a coffee or tea whilst I work, seeing amazing clothes before they are released, living in London in a lovely little apartment, being part of a press event, creating mailers to showcase products, the funny stories and crazy emails we got and finally the steamer! </div>
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Winning employee of the year for Great Britain and Ireland has changed my life and the opportunities that have been thrown at me have been and will continue to be amazing. I now have New York to experience in just under 2 weeks and when I come back I really hope that this all carries on because I have learnt so much and I am truly grateful for everything!</div>
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Back to London I go after a relaxed but productive weekend...can relaxed and productive be used together? It is a nice journey but dragging around a huge, heavy suitcase is rather irritating. So I am on the tube from Kings Cross to Oxford Circus and a guy gets off at Warren street and decides to full on punch me in the face! Totally embarrassing and everyone around me seemed a little shocked, I hope this isn't a bad omen to start off the week. So as soon as I get to the showroom, one of the first jobs we do is go through the weekend newspapers and supplements (magazines) to see if we are included. It is really interesting to see if we make it in them but also a really proud moment when we do. The biggest job I had today was to steam the showroom. It is such a beautiful space full of clothes and accessories, it only makes sense to make sure it is kept in a beautiful state and that would include steaming the clothes to display them at a high standard. Weirdly it is very therapeutic, other than the wrinkly fingers and the occasional burns it is quite a satisfying task!</div>
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Today I spent the whole day labelling up the Studio AW 2016 collection and it was a mighty task! It doesn't sound like it should be a very big task but it was. The collection is extremely beautiful, if you have seen the Paris catwalk show then you will understand where I am coming from. So first I had to see what was being pushed forward in the collection because it is crazy how much is actually cancelled and won't be in the stores. I then I had to input every product into the system and individually label them all, this includes clothing, shoes and accessories...in all ladies, mens and kids. I told you it was a whole day thing! Once I had inputted and labelled it, it then had to be ticked off a sheet to say I had done it. Finally it had to be organised and placed on a high rail so it would be easy and ready to put out. Even though it was majorly time consuming, it was really nice to get my head down and focus on such a huge thing.</div>
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I love it when I get to go on a store run, you get to meet the team in that store and they get to know who you are. This store run was a little bit challenging for me, mainly because it brought me back to thinking whether the things I were choosing were suitable and were the "right" things. (Quoting the word "right" because after this day I believe everyone's "right" is unique and different). In the showroom we have quite a lot of womenswear because that gets requested the most, so today it was time to go out and improve the menswear selection. Usually on store runs I get a picture of what has been requested or sometimes I get a detailed description, today I got told to go get some menswear that was "Strong". Strong...this could literally interpret into anything. Luckily I knew that strong menswear meant getting some products that would be popular and get a lot of requests, but the only thing that was running through my mind was "how do I know if I am choosing the right thing? Would it be strong enough? Is their strong different to my strong?". After arguing with myself about what to get, I finally got a grip and chose a variety of different things. I went back to the showroom and inputted them all into the system because we didn't have any of the items I chose already in the showroom which made me feel happy and slightly relieved. Today I learnt that I should stop doubting myself so often. Everyone has their own opinion on things, there is no such thing as a "right" strong, my mind was just trying to be awkward and get me into a nervous state. I love the products I chose and I know that magazines will love them too.</div>
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So I got shown something new today. Not only do we go through magazines and newspaper on Mondays to check coverage and mentions but we also get coverage sent through by email which we save to a folder on the system. My job was to input all this coverage into a programme we use. There was loads and it was so interesting! Every page in a magazine or every website we were featured on got saved into this folder. Massive proud moment seeing our amazing products in all this coverage. It was nice to be shown something new that broke up my routine a bit. I also went out for dinner today with Liz who works at the support office. She has been organising my whole New York trip and it was so nice to catch up with her. She gave me a little gift, The Little Black Book of New York. It is true that she smallest of things can put a smile on your face, Liz had previously brought this for her trips to New York and it was a lovely thing for her to pass it on to me. Now I feel even more prepared for New York.</div>
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So it is the end of week two which means only one more week left of my internship at the press office. It is true what they say, Time flies when you are having fun. I also get to spend this weekend in London and Phil will be arriving tonight! Friday is a pretty relaxed day. I sent out products to magazines, sorted out all the returns, finished off the coverage input, went on a couple of little store runs. It is weird because at the start of this I would complete a task and then ask what needed to be done next. Now I have become familiar with everything and find myself doing one task and then going onto another and another and another without having to ask what is next. There is always something to do! Constant improvement hey ;)</div>
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For the past week, I have been interning in London in the press department for the company I work for. I have to say that It has been the start of an amazing experience.</div>
<a name='more'></a>For part of my prize as Employee of the Year for Great Britain and Ireland, I have been given the opportunity to spend 3 weeks working as a press office intern in London. Press is something that I have always been interested in so I jumped at the opportunity as soon as it came up. During my time in London I will be picking out clothes for fashion magazines, creating pages of products (mailers) to send to places to showcase our products, join in with massive events and go on store runs to collect items. I have decided to reflect on my first week and share with you some of the things I have been up to!<br />
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<b>[DAY ONE]</b></div>
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It is getting warmer, the days are longer, it is definately time for a change in the make-up department.</div>
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Contour // <a href="http://hot-mess.co.uk/accessories/tayla-blue-contour-kit.html" target="_blank">Tayla-Blue Contour Kit</a></div>
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Foundation // <a href="http://www.charlottetilbury.com/uk/magic-foundation-shade-2.html" target="_blank">Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation</a></div>
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Highlighter // <a href="http://www.superdrug.com/Make-Up/Face/Face-Highlighter/MUA-Luxe-Highlight-Shimmer-Light-Gold-199/p/471317" target="_blank">MUA Luxe Highlight Stick</a></div>
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Eye Palette // <a href="http://www.superdrug.com/Make-Up/Face/Face-Highlighter/MUA-Luxe-Highlight-Shimmer-Light-Gold-199/p/471317" target="_blank">MUA Luxe Metallic Palette</a></div>
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Eye Palette // <a href="http://www.superdrug.com/Sleek/Sleek-I-Divine-Eye-Shadow-Oh-So-Special/p/276453" target="_blank">Sleek I-Divine Eyeshadow</a></div>
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Lipstick // <a href="http://www.sleekmakeup.com/lip-vip-flaunt-it" target="_blank">Sleek Lip VIP Lipstick</a></div>
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So I have been blogging for just over 6 months now and I am really grateful for those that have read and took an interest in my blog. I love posting things about my findings and sharing little bits and bobs with you all. Seeing as this is a beauty post, I thought I would give away a few of my favourite products from this post...Take a look below!</div>
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It is simple really...all you have to do is follow me on Bloglovin (Link posted below) and comment on this post saying what your favourite thing about spring is. The winner will receive these cracking products! I will reply to the winning comment on Sunday 10th April! Once again thank you for taking a look at this post and I hope you have enjoyed it!<br />
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CONGRATS TO CHARICE BARROWCLIFFE THE WINNER OF THIS GIVEAWAY , I LOVED EVERYONES COMMENTS ABOUT SPRING AND IT WAS DIFFICULT TO CHOOSE (THE BOYFRIEND HAD TO HELP ME DECIDE). WATCH THIS SPACE TO TAKE PART IN FUTURE GIVEAWAYS!! X</div>
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I can not believe that another year has passed and in 2 days I turn 22!</div>
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I am still extremely excited by birthdays. A lot of people say that the older you get, the less you feel bothered about them but I definately do not live by that saying! I think it is still really fun to celebrate the day you were born and enjoy all the surprises!</div>
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Seeing as I am turning 22, I thought it would be really fun to do a post inspired by the day. Thinking back over the years, I realised that I have actually learnt a lot of different things. Some of these have made a huge impact and some are smaller things but will continue to shape my life. I am really happy and grateful with the way my life has turned out so far! So here are 22 things that I have learnt in the 22 years I have existed.</div>
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Seeing as it is Friday and I have recently been inspired by the tag "Friday Favourites", I thought I would show you some of the pretty and awesome things that I picked up at my local Homesense!</div>
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So I have been wanting one of these padfolios for sooooo long, I first saw them in Paperchase and thought that they looked so handy. But I never really knew what I would use it for or had found a design that I actually liked. As soon as I saw this one in Homesense, I grabbed it and it went straight into my basket! PINK AND MARBLE?! what a combination...how can you say no to that! It is also going to come in handy very soon as I have some business things to attend to ;)</div>
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Just around the corner from the padfolios I found this little gem! I think the fact that the design matched my padfolio was one of the main reasons that I brought this. I also have a slight marble obsession at the moment...as well as an ever growing notepad obsession! I think this would be perfect to use with my padfolio to pop quick notes in or even to use as a place to store deadlines and dates.</div>
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At the moment I am cutting down on sugar which means my tea and coffee have been a bit...well...dull. Cutting sugar out of my day to day life has had so many benefits but I have definately missed it in my hot drinks. I came across this Agave syrup in the food section of Homesense and I think it was fate really! It states 'My skinny agave is a delicious way to sweeten your favourite hot or cold beverages, without the unwanted calories or sugar'. What can I say?! It has brought the life back into my tea and coffee and I don't even have to feel guilty about it!</div>
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It has been a while since I last bought a candle and you all know how much I love a good candle! I have a bit of a soft spot for the smell of mens aftershaves and deodorants at the moment especially the spiced smelling ones. This literally smells like a bloke saturated in the Boots fragrance counter (Boots is one of our drug stores in the UK). I also love that it is set in a mason jar with a cute little fabric label! My little decor devil was screaming haha! Now my house smells like it has been raided by guys....and I don't mind :)</div>
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So these are my Friday Faves! Let me know what has been your favourites this week and if you have been to Homesense recently, what did you purchase?</div>
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I am obsessed with red lipstick and I would say that 80% of the time I will choose a red shade of lipstick over any other shade!</div>
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Each lip kit offers 5 high intensity professional lipsticks and after seeing the shades they had to offer in the kit, I knew that I wanted to test these bad boys out. Also I really wanted to see if they really lived up to the "high intensity" that they stated and if the shades actually matched the shades on the box.</div>
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Opening each lipstick I was quite satisfied with what I was seeing. Some shades were a little different to the shades on the box but they all seemed to match up quite closely. Each lipstick looked like it would be a good pigment when applied and even though they weren't the usual matte texture I would usually go for in a lipstick, they all looked really interesting and professional. This kit was also ONLY £5, so what was there to lose?</div>
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The first one I tested was <b>Fever. </b>It was similar to my usual tone of red that I would usually go for and applied quite nicely. I did really like this shade of red but it wasn't as strong on the lip as I thought it would be. As soon as I had applied it, I blotted my lips to matte it down a bit as it was quite glossy. Overall I would give it a 3/5.</div>
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I then went on to test out <b>Born With It. </b>To be honest I would never really go for this shade of red if it was laid out with other red lipsticks but when I put it on I was quite surprised. It turned out to be more of a pinky colour but I really liked what it looked like. It was very girly and pretty and would make the perfect spring, natural, everyday lipstick for a dewy natural look. This is definately a 4/5 for me.</div>
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<b>Make Me Crazy </b>seemed to be very similar to <b>Fever. </b>Once again it wasn't as bright as I had hoped it to be but it did go on really nice. At least I know that if I run out of one then I have a similar shade to use instead. Overall, 3/5.</div>
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The fourth one that I tested was <b>Expression. </b>On the box it seemed like it would be a dark, browny sort of red but the actual lipstick was a slightly different shade to the box. When applied, it was not very pigmented. It seemed to give a more tinted look to the lips. It was a pretty colour but I do not think I would choose that shade over my other red lipsticks. Sorry, but it has to be a 2/5.</div>
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Lastly, <b>Red Wine. </b>This was supposed to be the darkest red in the kit and once again the actual lipstick wasn't as dark as the shade on the box. Saying that, this was one of my favourites in the kit. Personally, I think this one came out the reddest out of them all. Even though it wasn't the dark shade I was hoping for, I was really happy to see the bright red. I can definately see me wearing this one a lot. Final Score...4/5.</div>
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For £5, I think that this is quite a good little lipstick kit. I personally like more bolder and more pigmented lipsticks but these make a great everyday quick red lipstick for anyone who wants a selection of red lipsticks on a budget! I am overall really happy with the purchase and will continue to use these lipsticks...some more than others.</div>
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I hope you enjoyed reading this post, I really enjoyed reviewing this purchase! Comment your favourite shades and if you have tried these then let me know your opinion!!</div>
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Link: <b><a href="http://www.superdrug.com/Make-Up/Lips/Lipstick/Freedom-Reds-Lipstick-Collection/p/566218" target="_blank">The Red Collection</a></b></div>
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So 2016 has been a cracking year so far (yes I know it is only March) because I was lucky enough to be the winner of "Employee of the Year for Great Britain and Ireland" at H&M!</div>
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I have never been to New York or even the USA at that matter. It has been a massive dream of mine to visit there and some day I would love to have a job over there. I have the amazing company I work for to thank for all of this, I still feel shocked when I think about how I was recognised, acknowledged and voted for to have this title.</div>
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So now I spend literally every day thinking about my upcoming trip to New York, I have so many things that I want to do but I have narrowed it down to a top ten list!</div>
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I love my job. I love the company! This is one of the main things I want to do when I visit New York. I spend most of my days at H&M but I literally cannot wait to visit a H&M in a different market to feel the atmosphere and to see how it works compared to my little store!</div>
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I am literally planning on spending a whole day in Central Park! Literally just to walk and discover, to sit and to think! My inner child is going to be running rings around this place!</div>
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My other passion, other than H&M, is Victorias Secret. I cannot even explain how much Victorias Secret stuff I own so this would be the perfect time to add more things to my ever growing collection. Also the smell of Victorias Secret is probably one of my favourite smells!</div>
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I spend a lot of time in Starbucks here in the UK but there is something a little different about a New York coffee shop. When I think of New York, one of the things that comes to mind is coffee shops. Also I think it would be totally Instagram worthy!</div>
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New York is the city of lights, the city that never sleeps. Its the simple things really and I just simply want to sit and experience Times Square in the black of night!</div>
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Such a massive piece of history that happened in my own lifetime. It would be ignorant not to visit something so meaningful and precious.</div>
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Oh my gosh! This is a must! How can someone not go to America and not have one of these?! I promise that at least on one of my days there that this will be the signature breakfast! My mouth is literally watering just thinking about it!</div>
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Mainly for the views! I think this would look fantastic at sunset. More photo opportunities!!!</div>
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So these are ten of the things I want to experience in New York as well as China Town, Madison Square Gardens, Broadway, Grand Central Terminal, Bloomingdales, Macy's...the list could go on! Looks like I won't be able to sleep!</div>
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Thanks for reading this post and please leave a comment if you have any recommendations, I would love to hear your experiences!!</div>
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So for the past 5 weeks I have been doing some rather fun training at work which has meant I have had to travel to Newcastle once a week.</div>
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I discovered The Naked Deli the first day I went to Newcastle, I was on my lunch and had heard about the Fenwicks food hall so I thought I would go have a quick look. As soon as I got there I came face to face with a fridge full of The Naked Deli. I knew straight away that I needed to try it!</div>
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I love anything that relates to the word "Healthy" or "Nutrition" and this is what The Naked Deli promotes! Their food is organic and non-processed meaning that there are no nasty chemicals or preservatives included. They cook all their foods with coconut oil as we all know coconut oil is beaming with benefits. They only use grass fed meats, free range chicken, responsibly sourced fish and organic eggs and dairy. Not only that, they also do dairy free, gluten free, refined sugar free, wheat free, vegan, clean and paleo foods! THEY LITERALLY CATER FOR EVERYONE!</div>
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One of my favourite lunches I had from The Naked Deli was the "Cajun swordfish steak with a crunchy raw slaw" IT WAS AMAZING! I have never had swordfish before and haven't really seen it on a menu anywhere either so it was really nice to try something so different. I also couldn't say no to their naked treats! The "Caramel pecan slice" hit the spot to kill my sweet tooth but there were no guilty feelings hanging around because it is all healthy!</div>
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Finding things like this always gets me excited because I live in little Lincoln where things like this do not really exist! If any of you get the chance to go to Newcastle then please go check The Naked Deli out, I assure you that you will not be disappointed. Thank you The Naked Deli for making my business trips tasty, healthy and exciting!</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00012499348492393725noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5708443654504346903.post-44377329635610117332016-02-13T20:27:00.000+00:002016-02-13T20:27:43.368+00:0010 Ways To A Positive And Happy Mind!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>1) Music. </b>My earphones spend a lot of time in my ears. The type and tone of the music I am listening to will have a huge influence on my mood. Before I start a shift at work I will most likely be listening to something extremely up beat to get me in a motivated mood! If I am ever feeling rubbish I can rely on music to boost my positivity.</div>
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<b>2) Surround yourself with positive influences. </b>It is true what they say, another persons mood can totally rub off onto you! This is why I spend a lot of time with other positive people! Positivity and happiness is contagious! And it is not just people, if everything else around you oozes positivity then it will definately help you stay positive!</div>
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<b>3) SMILE! </b>The simplest and easiest way to positivity and happiness. When someone flashes me a smile, even if they are a complete stranger, it instantly increases my mood. Also everyone looks so much more beautiful when they have a smile on their face.</div>
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<b>4) Make your home a positive place. </b>Your home is where all the tension you are carrying should go away. Wall art covered in positive quotes, house plants and scented candles are my signature pieces that make my house feel safe and positive. After that slightly stressful day at work, coming home to a place that is going to help me relax and de-stress is what keeps my mind positive.</div>
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<b>5) Try to see the positive in every situation. </b>I struggle with anxiety and often over think and worry about things so this was a challenge for me at first. I taught myself to allow the anxiety to happen but to change that anxiety into a positive, exciting sort of anxiety. For example, I have a lot of things happening at work that has kind of swept me off my feet and made my anxiety rocket! But I have learnt to go with the flow, these things at work may be scary and challenging at times but they will create something amazing that I can look forward to in the future!</div>
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<b>6) Don't look for happiness, create it. </b>Happiness will not get served to you on a plate. The only way you are going to be happy is if you do something to create that happiness. It doesn't have to be something huge, the smallest things can allow you to feel more happy!</div>
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<b>8) Exercise and nutrition. </b>Not everyone likes the word 'exercise' but it is one of the biggest ways to give my mood a lift! Going to the gym to get rid of those negative feelings is one of my favourite things. Dancing and going for walks also help a lot and these both are types of exercise. Putting the right sort of nutrients into my body also effects my mood in a positive way. It gives me a huge boost of energy and makes me feel healthier. A healthier body means a healthier mind.</div>
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<b>10) Always make time for yourself. </b>It sounds 100% selfish but believe me it is 100% not. How are you meant to be happy and go on with life if you are not looking after yourself and your well being!? Whether it is for an hour, a day or a week, have a moment to think about yourself and have some YOU time. Take a bubble bath, paint your nails, reflect on your achievements, write down some goals, cook yourself a meal, lie on your bed and listen to music...if you know that it will allow you to be more positive, not just in yourself but to others around you, then completely take that time for yourself!</div>
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A lot of you will completely understand FOMO! It is definately not nice, or fun to be the one sat at home whilst everyone else is out enjoying themselves. You log onto your social media accounts and see those photos that your friends have posted whilst at an amazing event, WHY WASN'T I THERE!!!</div>
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<b>1) Social media: Now a days EVERYTHING revolves around social media. BUT...when it comes to finding out about events happening in your town or even around the world, it is definately one of my number 1 places to go! I would of never had the opportunity to meet Victoria's Secret angel Stella Maxwell if it wasn't for Instagram (Victoria's Secret posted the date she was coming to the UK) or found out that one of my favourite DJs, Jaguar Skills, was coming to a club in my town if I hadn't checked Facebook. So by following local/global companies on social media I can keep updated with events that are happening around me!</b></div>
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<a name='more'></a>When I think back on 2015 I am quite surprised at what I have experienced and achieved. The new year came and we moved into a new house! I pushed through my last ever term at university, wrote a 9000 word dissertation, turned 21, went from an 8 hour contract at work to a full timer, then to an extra responsible within 4 weeks! Created this Blog! Got a 2:1 in my drama degree, graduated from university, moved house again! Won employee of the month for September, then went on to win employee of the month for the area...THEN to win employee of the year for the area (Off to London I go to try and attempt to win employee of the year for great Britain and Ireland), and finally STOPPED BITING MY NAILS!?<br />
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1) <b>Say NO more often.</b> I know it sounds very selfish but I do not intend to say no to everything or to use it in any negative way. There have been times in 2015 where I said yes to everything that came my way, whether that be a big thing or a small thing. Sometimes I wanted to say no but could not bring my self to say no. I often felt tired and run down, I never got the time to look after myself which left me feeling very anxious! So thinking about it, saying no to a few more things will allow me to take a breather and take care of my health and well being!</div>
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2) <b>Look after my body.</b> I am actually quite good at this but there is always room for improvement. I love anything to do with health and nutrition so I am looking forward to just pushing myself a bit more with taking care of my body. The little things such as drinking more water, pushing myself to be more motivated with the gym and cutting down on certain things like coffee will help me achieve this!</div>
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3) <b>Save a bit more.</b> I'm not totally rubbish with money, I don't have any credit cards or debts (apart from student finance but we aren't including that ;) ). I pay all my bills and rent with no worry and buy myself things but I want to be able to save some money that I can eventually use to go places and see things. I just need to get into the mind set of 'that £3 I didn't spend at Starbucks today can go into the pot to allow me to see the Maldives...'.</div>
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4) <b>Learn to drive.</b> I need to do this! I want to do this! I AM SCARED OF DOING THIS!!! I need to be able to break this fear because it is going to allow me to be more independent. I will be able to travel for work or for leisure without the worry of being stranded or it costing me an arm and a leg.</div>
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I hope that all of you have an amazing 2016! I am so grateful to everyone that takes their time to read my blog posts it is something I thoroughly enjoy doing! Watch this space because 2016 is going to bring exciting new things! HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!</div>
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Peace and Love.x</div>
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So in my #100happydays post I mentioned that I would be doing the 90 days grateful challenge where I write what makes me grateful everyday for 90 days and pop it in a jar. Well...90 days its up!</div>
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<b>Day1 - 18/09/15: I am grateful for the help from my work team when clearing the horrible amounts of rail we had.</b></div>
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<b>Day2 - 19/09/15: I am grateful for Kayleigh P finding my bangle! Won't be wearing that to work again.</b></div>
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<b>Day3 - 20/09/15: I am grateful that I was able to have a Starbucks with Phil before I started work.</b></div>
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<b>Day4 - 21/09/15: I am grateful for the opportunity of being given sales responsible at work.</b></div>
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<b>Day5 - 22/09/15: I am grateful for the pretty pink skirt Phil bought me today.</b></div>
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<b>Day6 - 23/09/15: I am grateful for all the things I was able to buy from Homesense.</b></div>
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<b>Day7 - 24/09/15: I am grateful for the opportunity of being given extra responsible at work.</b></div>
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<b>Day 8 - 25/09/15: I am grateful that I am able to relax in the bath.</b></div>
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<b>Day9 - 26/09/15: I am grateful that Mum and Zoe came to visit.</b></div>
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<b>Day10 - 27/09/15: I am grateful that I could go to the gym for an hour after not going for 2 weeks.</b></div>
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<b>Day11 - 28/09/15: I am grateful that Phil has done the packing for when we move house.</b></div>
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<b>Day12 - 29/09/15: I am grateful that I won Septembers employee of the month.</b></div>
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<b>Day13 - 30/09/15: I am grateful for my Dad and Sister helping move house.</b></div>
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<b>Day14 - 01/10/15: I am grateful to have been invited to the Homesense bloggers event.</b></div>
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<b>Day15 - 02/10/15: I am grateful that my Dad picked up my sofa for me.</b></div>
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<b>Day16 - 03/10/15: I am grateful for the lovely butter nut squash dinner Phil made. </b></div>
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<b>Day17 - 04/10/15: I am grateful for all of the blog views I have got so far.</b></div>
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<b>Day18 - 05/10/15: I am grateful for winning employee of the area.</b></div>
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<b>Day19 - 06/10/15: I am grateful for the lunch and catch up with Chelsea today.</b></div>
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<b>Day20 - 07/10/15: I am grateful for the time I had free to refurbish my blog.</b></div>
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<b>Day21 - 08/10/15: I am grateful for the lovely chicken salad my dad made.</b></div>
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<b>Day22 - 09/10/15: I am grateful for the invite to Rebecca's birthday meal.</b></div>
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<b>Day23 - 10/10/15: I am grateful that I can go food shopping and get luxuries as well as the necessities.</b></div>
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<b>Day24 - 11/10/15: I am grateful that I now have a week off work.</b></div>
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<b>Day25 - 12/10/15: I am grateful that I had such a relaxed first day off.</b></div>
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<b>Day26 - 13/10/15: I am grateful that me and Phil had the day off together.</b></div>
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<b>Day27 - 14/10/15: I am grateful that I got to see Major Lazer and be at the front.</b></div>
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<b>Day28 - 15/10/15: I am grateful for the invite to Sophie's Birthday afternoon tea.</b></div>
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<b>Day29 - 16/10/15: I am grateful for the catch up with Callum and Nathan. </b></div>
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<b>Day30 - 17/10/15: I am grateful that I got to go to Gemma's house and see how baby Lucas is doing.</b></div>
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<b>Day31 - 18/10/15: I am grateful to have visited the Nottingham H&M store before applying for their DM position.</b></div>
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<b>Day32 - 19/10/15: I am grateful for all the help that I got at work today when I wasn't feeling to well.</b></div>
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<b>Day33 - 20/10/15: I am grateful that I got to spend the day at Jenny's house.</b></div>
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<b>Day34 - 21/10/15: I am grateful for such a relaxed and chilled evening.</b></div>
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<b>Day35 - 22/10/15: I am grateful for the great feedback I got off Alex at work.</b></div>
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<b>Day36 - 23/10/15: I am grateful for the catch up and coffee with Kim.</b></div>
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<b>Day37 - 24/10/15: I am grateful that Phil treated me to new Converse.</b></div>
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<b>Day38 - 25/10/15: I am grateful for the help from my team at work because I have been a little ill...again!</b></div>
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<b>Day39 - 26/10/15: I am grateful that I had some free time to finish off my reading my book (Paper towns).</b></div>
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<b>Day40 - 27/10/15: I am grateful that I got to go to Leicester to give Helen her birthday present.</b></div>
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<b>Day41 - 28/10/15: I am grateful for such a chilled out day.</b></div>
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<b>Day42 - 29/10/15: I am grateful that I could relax in the bath with my favourite Lush bath bomb.</b></div>
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<b>Day43 - 30/10/15: I am grateful for all the compliments I got today for my mermaid costume.</b></div>
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<b>Day44 - 31/10/15: I am grateful that we got trick or treaters, they were super cute.</b></div>
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<b>Day45 - 01/11/15: I am grateful for the dinner Jenny cooked me.</b></div>
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<b>Day46 - 02/11/15: I am grateful that me and Phil got to go out for dinner at the Slug and Lettuce.</b></div>
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<b>Day47 - 03/11/15: I am grateful for all the fun we had at kick-off at work.</b></div>
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<b>Day48 - 04/11/15: I am grateful for an earlier finish at work.</b></div>
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<b>Day49 - 05/11/15: I am grateful that we got out of work at 6pm!!</b></div>
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<b>Day50 - 06/11/15: I am grateful for the trip to Homesense! NEW THINGS!!</b></div>
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<b>Day51 - 07/11/15: I am grateful for the fun time I had at the fireworks display.</b></div>
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<b>Day52 - 08/11/15: I am grateful that I got to go to the pug meet up.</b></div>
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<b>Day53 - 09/11/15: I am grateful that I got to go for lunch at the Slug and Lettuce.</b></div>
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<b>Day54 - 10/11/15: I am grateful for the free time I had to play the Sims 4.</b></div>
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<b>Day55 - 11/11/15: I am grateful for the 2 minute silence we had at work for remembrance day.</b></div>
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<b>Day56 - 12/11/15: I am grateful that everyone enjoyed my raspberry and white chocolate cupcakes.</b></div>
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<b>Day57 - 13/11/15: I am grateful for the Wagamamas Phil treated me to.</b></div>
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<b>Day58 - 14/11/15: I am grateful for a nice day at work.</b></div>
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<b>Day59 - 15/11/15: I am grateful for the team work during stock take.</b></div>
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<b>Day60 - 16/11/15: I am grateful for the lunch with Tammy and Emily.</b></div>
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<b>Day61 - 17/11/15: I am grateful that Phil has got me a Glossybox subscription.</b></div>
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<b>Day62 - 18/11/15: I am grateful for the coffee that Amy brought me to work today.</b></div>
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<b>Day63 - 19/11/15: I am grateful that we got through the first late night shopping shift.</b></div>
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<b>Day64 - 20/11/15: I am grateful that I got to have a catch up with Vicky!!</b></div>
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<b>Day65 - 21/11/15: I am grateful for the new PJ's Phil bought me.</b></div>
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<b>Day66 - 22/11/15: I am grateful for the free time I had to make some Christmas decorations.</b></div>
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<b>Day67 - 23/11/15: I am grateful that I got to visit Leicester today to do some Christmas shopping.</b></div>
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<b>Day68 - 24/11/15: I am grateful that I got the opportunity to go to the DM assessment day.</b></div>
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<b>Day69 - 25/22/15: I am grateful that it was such a nice and positive day.</b></div>
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<b>Day70 - 26/11/15: I am grateful for the invention of the sports bra. I have felt comfortable all day.</b></div>
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<b>Day71 - 27/11/15: I am grateful that I survived Black Friday.</b></div>
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<b>Day72 - 28/11/15: I am grateful that I can relax after a few days of hard work.</b></div>
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<b>Day73 - 29/11/15: I am grateful (and rather excited) that we put up the Christmas tree.</b></div>
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<b>Day74 - 30/11/15: I am grateful for the relaxation time I had with Phil.</b></div>
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<b>Day75 - 01/12/15: I am grateful for the cuddles I had with baby Lucas.</b></div>
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<b>Day76 - 02/12/15: I am grateful for the peaceful walk home from work.</b></div>
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<b>Day77 - 03/12/15: I am grateful for the Christmas market coming to Lincoln.</b></div>
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<b>Day78 - 04/12/15: I am grateful that my Dad and Sister came to visit.</b></div>
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<b>Day79 - 05/12/15: I am grateful for the positivity boost from my team at work.</b></div>
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<b>Day80 - 06/12/15: I am grateful for the amazing result I got at the DM assessment day.</b></div>
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<b>Day81 - 07/12/15: I am grateful for the spare time I had to wrap everyone's Christmas presents.</b></div>
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<b>Day82 - 08/12/15: I am grateful that my Glossyboxes came.</b></div>
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<b>Day83 - 09/12/15: I am grateful for another successful late night shopping shift at work.</b></div>
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<b>Day84 - 10/12/15: I am grateful for a fun Christmas jumper day at work.</b></div>
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<b>Day85 - 11/12/15: I am grateful that I have completed my 9 day streak at work.</b></div>
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<b>Day86 - 12/12/15: I am grateful for the catch up with Uni friends and that I got to see Peter Pan at the LPAC.</b></div>
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<b>Day87 - 13/12/15: I am grateful that my Mum and Shakila came to visit.</b></div>
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<b>Day88 - 14/12/15: I am grateful that I have finished my presentation for the employee of the month awards in York.</b></div>
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<b>Day89 - 15/12/15: I am grateful for an amazing day in York and that I will be representing area 8 in London as employee of the year.</b></div>
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<b>Day90 - 16/12/15: I am grateful that I have completed the 90 day grateful challenge!!</b></div>
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I have really enjoyed looking at each day all over again. I completely forgot some of the things I had done until I looked back at them! Overall it has been really fun and such a positivity boost to really think about what makes me grateful. If you are thinking about doing this then I definately recommend it!!</div>
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It's the most wonderful time of the year! Happy 1st of December! The Christmas songs are playing, presents are being wrapped and of course the Christmas tree is up!</div>
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I have always wanted to find a decoration that included my name or initial. I spotted these unexpectedly and was so happy that they had the letter 'Y', they are so simple and still very pretty! Obviously I had to get a 'P' for Phil and a 'C' for Cosmo which completes the initials for our household. I love these because they can be out all year round and not just at Christmas.</div>
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Cinnamon screams Christmas! I have it in my lattes, my Christmas candles spread the scent of cinnamon and I even try to sneak it into as much of my cooking and baking as possible during the Christmas period. So when my partner spotted this we had to have it on our tree to represent one of our favourite smells and tastes during this time of year.</div>
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<b>John Lewis: Boutique Glass Glitter Swirl, Enchantment Message In A Bottle, Enchantment Key, Boutique Glass and Peacock Feather</b></div>
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Every year myself and Phil get extremely excited to plan our visit to John Lewis to go and see their Christmas section. We already knew that we would end up getting more than one decoration to add to our collection. When we arrived we decided to split up and pick 2 decorations each without telling each other what we had picked, then we would come back together and share our findings. Phil chose the glitter swirl and the key and I chose the message in the bottle and the peacock feather. We could have chosen so many more but we thought that the 4 we had chosen would really fit in with our golden theme.</div>
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I definately could not betray my place of work and not get a Christmas decoration! My store doesn't stock the Home section so a trip to Nottingham was a must. How pretty are these gold glitter baubles! Glitter is definately one of my favourite things and my Christmas tree would definately need to sparkle. This decoration comes as a 2-pack which meant double the glitter!</div>
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I have to admit this...This was the first Bauble we bought for our collection...we have had it since October and I am definately not ashamed of that! Harvey Nichols is not exactly my every day place to shop, I wish I was rich enough to be able to do that but I definately could not say no to a Christmas decoration. I love how pretty and different this decoration is, It will totally live wrapped in bubble wrap and locked in a safe place for the rest of the year when it isn't being pretty in the middle of my Christmas tree.</div>
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So this is the start of my Christmas Bauble collection. I could not wait to share it with you and I hope you have enjoyed seeing them!</div>
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What drew me to this lipstick was the colour. I have been looking for a red lipstick that had a more browner tone for quite a while. It is also 100% matte! I do enjoy the glossy look but I think the matte effect makes more of a statement. It goes on really smoothly and doesn't feel cloggy on your lips which is a complete thumbs up for me! I also really like that it is really pigmented and it stays for a very long time which means you do not have to keep reapplying!! (£4.99)</div>
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When speaking to people about this lipstick everyone knows exactly which one I am speaking about! With it being so popular I had to give it a try. Compared to the Sleek lipstick, this one has more of a purpley red tone. I found that when I applied it, it felt quite glossy which was quite weird for something that was meant to look matte but when looking in the mirror it went by its definition of a "matte lipstick". I soon realised that the glossiness meant that it really helped keep the moisture in my lips whereas some matte lipsticks can really dry out your lips! I am seriously so in love with this lipstick. It is really durable and would literally suit anyone! (£5.49)</div>
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I first heard of lip lacquers on YouTube when someone was testing out one from an American brand called ColourPop. I have always wanted to try one out because I have always been fascinated in it not budging from your lips when it is applied. So I came across the MUA Luxe Velvet Lip Lacquer (with the help of a few of my work friends *cough* Megan, Becky, Michaela *cough*) and decided to go for a purple shade instead of my usually red. These are EXTREMELY pigmented! They go on in a solid block colour so it is extremely helpful to apply carefully, if you make a mistake then don't just smudge away, get a cotton bud!!! So it goes on silky and shiny but within a minute or so it dries completely matte. Whether you lick your lips, have a drink or even wipe your mouth, this stuff does not budge! I literally only reapply little bits after eating something heavy and then it carries on staying all day! The only down side would have to be that it can feel a little dry but if you can deal with that then it all fine and dandy! (£3)</div>
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So these are my all time favourites for Autumn and leading into winter. All three are seriously so cheap, completely affordable and amazingly high quality! I have really enjoyed testing these out, even if that means that I haven't written a blog in a few weeks (I will make sure that I don't leave it so long next time). I hope that you enjoy this post! Thank you for reading it!! <3</div>
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I love Halloween! I also love baking!</div>
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I cannot describe how amazing these taste! I have never used pumpkin before in any of my baking or cooking but would definately love to use it again. I had so much fun making these and think they are so cute. These would be the perfect treat for any Halloween party or even for the trick or treaters you get knocking on your door. They would even be fun to make on a weekend with your children or friends.<br />
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So I just wanted to start off by saying...I HAVE MOVED HOUSE! It has been so exciting and the inner interior designer in me has been going crazy! On the other hand I have only just got the internet set up so this blog is about 2 days late. Better late than never hey ;)<br />
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You all know how much I adore Homesense and I was lucky enough to have been invited to their Lincoln Loves bloggers event! Upon arrival I was greeted with an array of beautiful cups and saucers and a lovely rustic lounge layout!</div>
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For Homesense, September was their lighting event so I was pretty excited to see what changes they had made to their layout for their next seasonal change! To my excitement they had completely embraced Autumn, my favourite time of year! After sipping down a nice cup of tea I set off to find some beautiful pieces to decorate my new house with.</div>
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There are so many things that I saw in Homesense that I could of bought but I decided to focus on one room at a time. First off...the living room. I have always wanted a living room that screamed rustic and cosy, a bit like a log cabin. I also wanted a place that felt a bit Autumny all year round, my mission was to find pieces that would create this feeling. Before I could even start doing this, Bunty's tea room which is located on the steep hill in Lincoln had provided us with a variety of cakes, sandwiches and crisps, all set out like a lovely afternoon tea! I absolutely love Bunty's, their cakes are divine so I was so excited and extremely grateful that they had provided this for us!</div>
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All full and satisfied, it was time to do some more shopping. It was really nice seeing what all the other bloggers were getting and also what they loved at Homesense, I had to leave my mark somehow and decided to place some Lincoln Loves labels around the shop showing people what I loved!</div>
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Deer and plaid patterns are a new recent obsession of mine! When I think of anything log cabin related these are the first things that come to mind. I love how the colours are Autumnal and how well it fits in with my sofa and faux fur throw. It is an extremely high quality cushion that feels like its made with down feather so it keeps its firm shape really well and seems that it will last a long time. <b>£16.99</b></div>
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I brought this with the intention of using it for fairy lights. Trust me when it is dark it creates the most beautiful light ever! The rustic copper outer case of the vase caught my attention straight away and I knew that it would add a bit of decoration to my fire place. I find that pieces like this really helps with adding beautiful detail to the room. <b>£12.99</b></div>
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<b>3. Pumpkin spice finest elixirs richly scented candle</b></div>
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Pumpkins are Autumn. No explanation needed! Yet another candle but no one can have too many candles! I loved the packaging of this candle, It's in a cute brown tinted jar with a cork lid. Even with the lid on it smells amazing! It also looks amazing as a decorative item. Sometimes pumpkin spice candles can smell quite sickly but not this one! It is the right amount of pumpkin spice to transform my living room into the Autumn theme I wanted. <b>£7.99</b></div>
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So they were my purchases this time. I had the most amazing time at the bloggers event and I am really grateful for the opportunity!</div>
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I love the gym and toning my abs! I have quite a flat tummy and a slim figure but I am not always small...</div>
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<b>I AM A BLOATER!</b><br />
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This is what happens when I eat. I mean this was a bad day and the main culprit was broccoli! (I love broccoli!). I bloat nearly every day, some days it is a small little bump, other days I look like I am not far off from giving birth!</div>
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I have been told it is IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) which a lot of people suffer with but there is no test out there to give a definite answer saying it is IBS. I suffer from the bloating and stomach cramps so that is what the doctor used to diagnose me. But sometimes I just think that I am slightly sensitive to certain foods or have had a cheeky treat and ate things that are not exactly on the healthy side.</div>
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<b>So Yasmin...Why are you writing this?</b></div>
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Well, I don't specifically enjoy bloating after I have eaten but I just wanted to say that whether or not you are sensitive to certain foods, bloating can be quite normal depending on how your body reacts to certain foods! I am not going to stop eating the foods I like just to try and be perfect. I definitely am not giving up broccoli ;) NO ONE IS PERFECT! THIS IS LIFE! </div>
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Be proud of your body! Some days I do feel a little insecure and that is normal but you have to appreciate what you have! So on those days where your tummy is being a bit awkward just remember, you had an amazing time scoffing down that burger and ice cream! you deserved it and enjoyed it! Its okay and normal to be a bloater! Show off that food baby with a smile on your face!</div>
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