I stumbled across this beautiful journal just in time for the new year. With our upcoming move to the USA, there are all sorts of plans and goals we want to put in place, in the hope that they will lead to a better life, and this journal is the ideal accompaniment. The Daily Greatness Journal: A Practical Guide for Consciously Creating Your Days is a motivating and self-reflective diary, planner and…
New Beginnings – Moving to America
“It is not in the stars to hold our destiny, but ourselves” – William Shakespeare The beginning of a new year is the ultimate time for reflection and mindfulness. Where we are, where we have been, where we’re going. The past year has been the first good year for Matt and I in a long time. The end of 2012 and beginning of 2013 marked itself as the most…
Life Lately
A little note to say I hope you all had a merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year. It was a magical time for our family – last year when we celebrated Henry’s 1st Christmas, it was all a bit of a newborn blur, but now, at 14 months old, it was a joy to see Henry participate in the magic of Christmas. Taking us by the hand and leading us…
The House Detox ft. Dyson Animal
Matt and I have recently embarked on a major house cleanse. Not only is it necessary for our upcoming plans (more on that at a later date!) it was very much overdue. Clothes, accessories, homeware – it’s the biggest de-clutter we’ve ever had. Bags upon bags have been filled and taken away by Clothes for Charity. The side effect of creating space where before there laid clutter is all the unexpected dust and…
Autumn with Joules
It’s always a welcome change to embrace the cooler weather and dress for Autumn in cosy fabrics and layers. Henry and I donned our new Joules outfits and headed out for an autumnal walk amongst the fallen leaves and amber coloured trees. I love how quintessentially British the Joules brand is. Wax jackets, luxurious tweed and their Wellington boots are pretty spectacular too! Blouse – Tweed Skirt – Coat Henry: Quilted Jacket – Gingham Shirt – Mocassins I…
Etsy Finds – Autumn Accessories
Autumn is one of my favourite seasons. With the nights becoming longer and the crisp chill in the air, it’s the perfect time for wrapping up in cosy knitwear, enjoying snuggles in front of the fire and indulging in sweet hot chocolate. But before I embrace all the comforts of Autumn, I thought I’d share some of my favourite picks from Etsy. Love You Too Cushion Covers – Chunky Knit Blanket – Baby Moccasins – Rose String Lights – Espresso Cup How incredible…
Etsy Finds – Mean Girls
Can you believe the iconic Mean Girls is already 10 years old?! I love how it’s become a cult classic, adored my many and re-watched over and over again. Along with Romy & Michele’s High School Reunion, it’s my favourite film for great one-liners. In celebration of enjoying a decade of the film that brought high school drama, bitchiness and Regina George into our worlds, here are my favourite Etsy…
Three Ingredient Dairy-Free Pancakes
Pancakes are one of my favourite breakfast foods, so much so that I indulge in them frequently throughout the year, not just on Shrove Tuesday. Henry’s at the age now where he wants whatever we’re having, but with him currently being dairy-free, I had to set my beloved Fluffy American Style Pancakes aside and look for an alternative that was quick, easy, and most importantly, free from milk. These pancakes take minutes from start…
Loves Lately
1. I’m currently going through a phase of updating Henry’s nursery. Pinterest has been a source of endless inspiration for me and Etsy always has plenty of cute and unique nursery decor. The latest additions to Henry’s room are the Mint Chevron Blanket, Hello Sunshine Cushion and Cloud Cushion. I love the pop of colour the yellow and aqua give against the pale grey walls. 2. I received this beautiful vintage style bicycle from Matt…
California Dreaming
I first fell in love with the USA through books. My collection of hundreds of books that held the secrets of other worlds hidden within their pages, waiting to be devoured and relished. We couldn’t afford to go on holiday when I was growing up, so I spent my summers curled up in the shadows of trees, exploring foreign lands through literature. The majestic mountains of Kefalonia in Captain Corelli’s Mandolin, the haunting…
