Self Isolation Diaries: Day Five
29.06.21 This has gone so quickly, I can’t believe it’s the last day already. I wanted to get a few bits done but also make the most of the last day to chill out. Dale was also home so we took Reggie out together and had a fairly chilled morning. I have this habit of…
Self Isolation Diaries: Day Four
28.06.21 Today was my most productive day off in a while! I always manage to be more productive when it’s a weekday and I’d normally be at work, I think because I need to keep myself busy and I guess it’s routine. The day started off like normal – a cuddle and a coffee in…
Self Isolation Diaries: Day Three
27.06.21 Today I was a little more productive, although I still didn’t really get up and do anything until around midday. It’s just too easy to be lazy when you’re at home with no plans. There is so much I could actually do, but I just can’t be bothered. Knowing I still have two days…
Self Isolation Diaries: Day Two
26.06.21 Dale asked me this morning when we got up if I’d made any plans… well funnily enough, no! I had a morning spin class in the garage and apart from that, bugger all. My intentions, as usual, were to be productive after I’d done spin, but it’s just gone 4pm as I’m writing this…
Self Isolation Diaries: Day One
This certainly isn’t the return to blogging that I planned but here we go… 25.06.21 I no longer work Fridays, so today started like any other day off. I got out of bed when Dale went off to work and I walked Reggie. Came home, had some breakfast. Did a bit of tidying up before…
Why I Have Given Up Social Media For Lent
By the time I’m publishing this, I’m a good few days in to Lent and have already deleted all my social media apps. The thing is, I’m not religious and don’t normally give Lent a second thought… so why have I have gone for it this year? And why social media…? This post is not…
What it’s like to get the COVID-19 vaccination
Well, here’s a post I could have never predicted that I’d write when I started blogging… I will start by clarifying that this post is about my personal experience, my own opinions and my own understanding of the COVID vaccination. I welcome any questions but do also be aware that there are much more qualified…
Reflecting on my 2020 goals and setting new ones for 2021
In a weird way, I’m struggling with 2020 coming to an end, as it feels like it was such a waste of time and that nothing was achieved… so I thought reflecting back a bit might help me shift my perspective. Plus, there’s always a new day, a new week, a new month, or a…
My Halloween Candle Collection
You’ve seen my Autumn candle collection, but now it’s time to get spooky… Happy Halloween! My current obsession is all things candles and wax melts, so what better way to celebrate the best day of the year that with a round up of my Halloween collection? Some are really old but I do also have…
Hallotober Blogger’s Tag – Halloween Q&A
Happy Halloween week! I’ve been neglecting my blog slightly this month, but what better way to get back in to it with a tag. This is my first one, so I’m super excited to be involved – especially as it’s Halloween related. So thank you Ellie for the tag, do check out her post too!…
6 Halloween Costume I Would Have Worn in 2020
With Halloween falling on a Saturday this year, I had full intentions of planning a costume for a big night out… which of course meant a blog post compiling all my ideas! However, it looks like no one is going OUT OUT this year so, like many things for 2020, I’ve had a rethink. In…
10 Perfect Nail Colours for Autumn
Welcome back to my blog and here we are for another autumn themed post, this time… nail colours! Coincidentally, these are all Essie shades. I’m in no way shape or form sponsored by them, I just generally seem to always gravitate towards their polishes! These are all older colours as I’m yet to get my…
Autumn and Halloween 2020 Lush Haul
A bit like scented candles, Lush bath bombs are an all year round affair for me, but I can’t deny that they really are best enjoyed in autumn and winter. The Halloween collections never disappoint, and then it’s only a matter of time before the Christmas collection comes out! I haven’t treated myself to any…
5 Tips For The Ultimate Cosy Night In
I know it’s nice to go out in the evenings, especially in the summer when it’s still warm as the sun goes down… but that doesn’t mean there’s not something to be said for a super cosy night in, as the weather gets colder and the nights get darker. That being said, it looks like…
My Autumn Candle Collection
Don’t get me wrong, I love candles all year round… but there’s something even better about them in autumn and winter. The extra cosy vibes perhaps, or maybe I just prefer the heavier autumnal scents. Either way, I thought I’d share with you the candles I currently have at home and will be burning throughout…
My Autumn Wishlist
I don’t know what it is about the autumn and spooky season, but I always want to buy anything remotely related, no matter what it is… mugs, clothing, nail varnishes, candles, literally any kind of Halloween decoration… if there’s a pumpkin on it, I need it! I thought for this post I’d share some of…
6 Things To Love About Autumn
For me personally, I couldn’t love Autumn anymore than I do already… but I know the chillier days aren’t for everyone so to help get everyone else in to the spirit of things, I’m sharing a list of just 6 reasons to love this season! Firstly, all things cosy! How can you not love getting…
August Round-Up & Blogging Goals for Autumn
Just like that, it’s goodbye Summer. Who can believe we’re about to enter September? It doesn’t seem right to me at all… March feels just like yesterday! This year hasn’t exactly been the best for anyone I think, so I suppose it’s not necessarily a bad thing that it’s flown by. That being said, August…
28 Life Lessons I Have Learnt in 28 Years
Happy birthday to me! I’ll be honest, I’ve not exactly been looking forward to this birthday and have been struggling to come to terms with getting closer to 30. Now, don’t get me wrong, I don’t acctually think I’m “old” by any means, it’s just that time has gone so quick and it’s incredibly unsettling…
Black Lives Matter – What I Have Learnt and How To Help
This post contains links to other sites and social media posts, none are affiliate and I haven’t been asked to share these, it’s just what I have personally found helpful. Any links to resources have not been created by me unless stated otherwise. I always intended to eventually use my blog to discuss important topics,…
Reflecting on May and Goals for June
Well, who else can’t believe that we’re about to go into June?! This year has been one hell of a bumpy ride so far and certainly not one we’ll forget, but hey, at least it’s going quickly?! Normally, I wouldn’t want time to pass by so fast but this year I’m taking it as a…
10 Things I Do To Help My Anxiety
I’m going to come out and say it: I’ve suffered with anxiety for most of my life. When I was a teenager, I had frequent panic attacks, often cancelled plans with friends and made myself physically ill with stress and worry. As I grew up and saw more of the world, my panic attacks eased…
My First Solo Trip With Trek America: Arriving in LA
This post contains links to outside websites but these are not affiliate. All views are my own, I’ve not received any type of payment for this post – but if Trek America wants to hit me up then I’m down! For someone who has always wanted to travel the world, I’m not particularly comfortable on…
Hello Again/8 Things I Want To Achieve This Year
A new year… same me? I vowed several years ago that I wouldn’t bother making resolutions at New Year anymore, as I often set myself up for failure and disappointment. However, I do always find that you can’t help but to reflect at this time of year, hit refresh, and set a few goals. You…
Booking My First Solo Trip With Trek America
This post contains links to outside websites but all views are my own and I’ve not received any form of payment for this post – however if Trek America wants to hit me up then I’m down! In 2012, I travelled alone for the first time. I cannot explain how much of a big deal…
Life As A Musical
Ok, hear me out… real life should be more like a musical. I’m sure there are some people wh aren’t keen on musicals who will disagree, but honestly, wouldn’t it be amazing waking up to a big musical number to start your day?! Think, ‘Good Morning Baltimore’ from Hairspray. I’d love nothing more than to…
An Introduction: Figuring Out Life
Hello, my name is Katie. I am now 27 years old and I have never really known what to do with my life. Well, what do you enjoy? People will ask. I always answer with, travelling. Right, but what else? Well, I guess… watching movies, shopping, but these are just general hobbies. How can I…
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