tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-43038567808995345842024-03-13T23:11:16.201-07:00Asher-Lee Tulip DownerBlogger - Podcaster - Writer- Coffee Enthusiast Come and Read With Mehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00727882534444839100noreply@blogger.comBlogger113125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4303856780899534584.post-50068836613837299972020-04-25T08:34:00.001-07:002020-04-26T07:15:20.633-07:00My Favourite Hair Products<div style="text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">If you don't already know, I have quite long, blondey-brown hair which falls at my waist when straightened. It is naturally curly and I never, repeat, never brush it. It's extremely thin, although I do have quite a lot of it, insert image here. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Over the past few weeks, funnily enough, I've had quite a lot of time on my hands. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">This has allowed me to try a range of different products on my hair. Now, let's talk about my overall goals. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">I want to minimise my bad hair days. Like many people, my hair has days where it doesn't want to listen to me. I do have curly hair and sometimes, it can be completely out of control. Below is a picture of my slightly wild, curly hair.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Now, I have been on the hunt for a conditioner that would be good, nay tame, my unruly hair. It also, could not be too pricey. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">I stumbled across this <a href="https://www.johnfrieda.com/en-us/products/frizz-ease/conditioner-for-curly-hair/">John Frieda Frizz Ease</a> conditioner called Dream Curls. In the past, I have tried other 'curly conditioners' which claimed to tame curls. I want to state, that I have no intention of straightening out my curls. I don't want straight hair, I want nice, controllable curly hair. These past 'curly conditioners' would leave my hair lifeless and frankly, quite flat.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">All in all, I have been using this conditioner and my hair feels amazing! It smells amazing, albeit a little perfume-y but apart from that, it does my curly hair wonders. I highly recommend. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Next up a trio that I definitely need to talk about. Don't worry, you aren't experiencing<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"> d<span style="background-color: white; color: rgba(0 , 0 , 0 , 0.87);">éjà vu, I have spoken about <a href="https://manentail.com/">Mane 'n Tails </a>before. In a past blog post, I tried <a href="https://manentail.com/">Mane n' Tails </a>shampoo before for one whole week. Which leads me onto my second goal: to make my hair thicker. You may be thinking, wait, I have a mane but no tail... Don't worry, it's for horses as well as humans. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: white; color: rgba(0 , 0 , 0 , 0.87); font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">I do love my thin hair in a way. It's easy to style, it doesn't get greasy easy and I can whip it up in a bun using only one hairband. However, I would love a little more volume if I am being completely honest with myself. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Okay, last but definitely not least is my final goal. To improve the texture. My hair is soft, extremely soft even. Which is great and I am not complaining, however, it does mean that hairstyles don't last as long. I need a little something to give it more grip. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">That's where my next product comes in. <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Argan-Oil-Hair-Treatment-100/dp/B004FIYZ0Y/ref=sr_1_34?dchild=1&keywords=argan+oil&qid=1587829685&s=beauty&sr=1-34">Argan Oil</a> is my new best friend. After the shower, I will towel dry my hair and then run through a small, pea-sized amount of this <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Argan-Oil-Hair-Treatment-100/dp/B004FIYZ0Y/ref=sr_1_34?dchild=1&keywords=argan+oil&qid=1587829685&s=beauty&sr=1-34">Argan oil </a>through my locks and bam, slightly less soft hair. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">I only do this every so often because it does add a lot of moisture to my hair but it really does my curls hold and adds to the texture. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Thank you so much for reading this super long post all about my hair. I hope you are doing well, staying safe and not going completely crazy.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">I know this is my second blog post about self-distancing and the nationwide lock down, but it truly has taken over everyone's lives, including mine. It seems that all we talk about right now is the virus and the precautions we taking to protect ourselves and our loved ones.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">From a personal level, I am finding it hard to stay healthy whilst in lock down. Going outside seems daunting and I live in a city, where it can be extremely busy, even if it's just going out for a walk. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">I do try to go out every other day. I go up to my local walking trail or down to the beach to walk along the coast, but apart from that, I really haven't done much besides from working from home. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">However, I am finding a few,easy ways to remain healthy both mentally and physically. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Thank you to all my friends and family members who have not become fed up yet with my constantly facetiming them. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">I am lucky enough to be living with my boyfriend, someone I annoy on a daily basis whether we are in quarantine or not. But I know others aren't as lucky and are currently self-distancing by themselves. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">If this is you, don't forget to keep in contact with other people. FaceTime them, message them, write them a letter and send it by carrier pigeon, do something! By keeping it contact with others, it truly can lift and elevate your mood. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">You are not alone, everyone is the same boat, so don't be afraid to reach out.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Look at self-distancing as a chance to connect back with your bodies needs. I for one, always forget to drink enough water. I am usually in an office, in and out of meetings and writing for hours on end, meaning pretty much all of my brain capacity is taken up. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">I always forget about having a glass of water! However, since I have been working from home, I have had not excuse. I have been having one glass of water an hour! I also would like to take this moment to talk about another, healthy water alternative that I have been enjoying.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Introducing... drum rolls please... </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Whilst isolation is a way to improve on yourself and finding the time to actually achieve things you have been putting off, it is also a time to relax and unwind. People tend to move full-speed in life, never giving a second thought to their body or minds. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Yes, you can use this time to do a million things OR you can do nothing. Nobody should judge you for either. I know that personally, I spend my life working, which I enjoy. I felt forced to slow down at the beginning of this pandemic. How dare this virus stop me from going to work? However, I have started to release that whilst, yes, I am being forced to stop and think. I have also spent a lot of time watching really good films, experimenting with cooking and just hanging out with my other half.</span></div>
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Is anyone else going a little mad at the moment? I definitely am. </div>
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How do I know this? I've had several conversations with my rabbit. He is no longer enjoying my continual presence and is now just tolerating me. </div>
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I am currently working from and home and annoying my boyfriend on a continual basis. </div>
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Nonetheless, I am still feeling very anxious about the entire situation at the moment. Whilst we are living in a time of uncertainty, anxiety and general madness, it's important to take care of our mental health and to remain focused.</div>
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So, without further ado, here are some of my top tips on how NOT to go crazy whilst staying at home.</div>
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Get up in the morning, brush your hair and get dressed. It doesn't necessarily have to be into jeans or anything uncomfortable, it can even be glorified pyjamas if you really want, just get out of what you slept in. </div>
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Just because life is lacking routine a little at the moment, it doesn't mean you have to forget about yours. It will make you feel more productive if you put on some clothes and get moving, you will feel less cooped up.</div>
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Don't spend the time staring at a screen. It can be really tempting, your TV is right there and you finally have plenty of time to finish all those series that you said you would watch. But try to avoid doing it all the time. There are a million things you can achieve from your house!</div>
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Talking of screens, try to avoid reading the news too much. When I get up in the morning, the first thing I do is check the news and then for the rest of the day, I try my best to avoid it. Whilst it's important to stay informed, the tabloids can be a scary place right now and you don't need that energy all day, every day. </div>
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We all have that one book, that we can never quite find time to read. Now is the time! Grab that book that's been sitting on your shelf, cosy up and give it a read. </div>
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I'm currently reading Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout, I'll let you know if it's good!</div>
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Yes, all the gyms are closed but that doesn't mean exercise is off the table. You are still allowed to go outside, as long as you remain away from other people. Go on a walk, do a home work out, go for a run or put your music on full blast and dance erratically in your living room. </div>
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Like many people, I have loved reading from an extremely young age. </div>
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As an avid reader, I try my best to sample some of every genre, whether that be something I have historically liked or disliked. I always try my best to finish a book and to not put it down, no matter how much the novel is frustrating or boring me. </div>
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Recently, I have been discovering the feminist genre of book. Now, I am not talking about academic, feminist writing. I am not even talking about books that you could really put in the bibliography of your dissertation. I am talking about the books which made me cry, laugh and think. </div>
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Eleanor is an awkward, rather misjudged character who wants a simple life. Whilst she is struggling with past traumas which becomes apparent later on in the novel, she tries her best to create a structured routine around her life which will offer feelings of safety and stability. </div>
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What is so abundantly clear is that Eleanor is unhappy. Whether she can comprehend that her actions are a survival mechanism, she is not really living a happy life. It isn't until she makes friends with an unassuming male co-worker, that her life changes for the better.</div>
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Eleanor grows, matures and becomes a wildly happier person. She learns to accept herself, her flaws and cut ties with toxic relationships in order to make way for new, healthier ones. </div>
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I really enjoyed this book. It was repetitive, sure, but it was well worth the read. I learnt so much from it, historically speaking and I enjoyed the overall story of women coming together and demanding more their society. </div>
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Female friendship is a hard, uncharted territory. The media constantly pins women against each other, making us feel like we are enemies. That one woman gain is another women's lose. This is, in my opinion, counterproductive in a progressive society and above everything, a medieval way to look at such important relationships.</div>
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I don't know where I'd be right now if it wasn't for the great ladies that have helped me along my journey. The F Word by Lily Pebbles helps you to remember that whilst friendships, especially friendships with other women, are hard, they are worth it and you should never take them for granted. </div>
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This read is short, fun and definitely worth it if you need a little reminder of who you are!</div>
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1. Bossypants by Tina Fey.</div>
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3. Yes Please by Amy Poehler. </div>
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4. Animal by Sara Pascoe.</div>
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5. Literally anything by Angela Carter. </div>
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<b style="line-height: 1.8;">Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine: <span style="color: #c27ba0;"><a href="https://www.waterstones.com/author/gail-honeyman/3306988">Gail Honeyman</a></span></b></div>
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In case you haven't already been bombarded with photos, posts and articles, it's Veganuary!</div>
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Veganary takes place in January (fancy that) and it's a month dedicated to encouraging people to commit to becoming a vegan, promoting a healthier lifestyle and overall protection of the planet. </div>
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I am not doing #veganuary this year. You will know if you have read my other blog posts, that I am in fact a vegetarian. I haven't eaten meat since March the 20th and I plan to keep it that way. As well as not eating meat, I also rarely eat dairy. I don't drink cow's milk, I don't put butter on my toast, I rarely have eggs unless they are hidden in a product.</div>
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I think the only animal-based product I truly couldn't live without would be cheese. Whilst being vegan pertains an awful lot to your diet, I feel that I have already cut out quite a few things. And where I truly lack a vegan mindset is in my use of other things, not food. </div>
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Well, back in early 2019, I made the conscious decision to cut out all non-cruelty free makeup. I also tried to cut down on single-use plastic. I began taking fabric bags to the store and I used bars of soap instead of bottles. Since this time, I have added a more weekly, vegan necessities to my life and in the spirit of #Veganuary, I thought it would only be right to share them. </div>
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If you haven't heard of <a href="https://veganbunny.co.uk/">Vegan Bunny</a>, you should really check them out. <a href="https://veganbunny.co.uk/">Vegan Bunny</a> is a company which produce and sell handmade candles that are 100% vegan, free from pesticides, herbicides & genetically modified materials. Everything they produce is certified by Peta as vegan as well, so you can be guaranteed a great product. </div>
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I have worked with <a href="https://veganbunny.co.uk/">Vegan Bunny</a> before and I truly love not only what their company stands for but the product as well. Like many people, I have a rather large obsession with candles. It makes my home a lot more cosy during these colder, winter months and if you are looking for a good smelling candle, again vegan bunny is the company for you. </div>
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I got a range of scents, which I will be linking below but my absolute favourite has always been the Lavender Soy Candle. It is also nice to know that whenever I am lighting a candle, it is completely cruelty-free It has been made with lots of love and good intentions.</div>
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I don't think it would be #Veganuary without mentioning <a href="https://www.oatly.com/int/">Oatley. </a><a href="https://www.oatly.com/int/">Oatley</a> has generally changed the way that I view milk alternative. I have hated milk for as long as I can remember. However, I do love a good cup of tea and there is the problem. I think I waited so long to give up on Cow's milk because I didn't like any of the alternatives.</div>
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I tried soy milk, almond milk, coconut milk and basically, any other kind of non-animal milk you can think of, but I really didn't like any of them. That was until I stumbled across <a href="https://www.oatly.com/int/">Oatley</a>. When I moved to Brighton, I found that being vegetarian was really easy. There were lots of alternatives to meat, dairy and most other things. I opted for oat milk once in a local, Brighton-based coffee shop and I have been hooked ever since. </div>
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If you haven't tried<a href="https://www.oatly.com/int/"> Oatley</a>, you really should. In my opinion, the Barista version, which is the grey one is the best. </div>
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Finally, one my list of #Vegnuary favourites is my -<a href="https://www.minus417.com/">417 Face Mask. </a>-417 was not a brand I was familiar with until last year, when I started looking into changing all my make-up and skincare to cruelty-free brands. Excuse the messy packing, I am not the best at applying facemasks!</div>
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This facemask is a mud mask, it targets my dry and sensitive skin. It is a little on the pricey side but I use it every week whilst in the bath. If you have some extra money to spend, you should definitely consider treating yourself with a -417 face mask.</div>
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Thank you for reading. If you are doing #Veganuary, I wish you the best of luck and if you are not, why not try changing up some of your regular products for some cruelty-free ones! </div>
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<b>Candles (Gifted): <a href="https://veganbunny.co.uk/"><span style="color: #c27ba0;">Vegan Bunny </span></a></b></div>
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Come and Read With Mehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00727882534444839100noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4303856780899534584.post-21671459603803446122020-01-02T05:37:00.000-08:002020-01-02T05:49:10.891-08:00What 2020 looks like for me<br />
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I set myself New Year's Resolutions. There I said it. And yes, I do abandon some of them by February. But sometimes, sometimes, I have the motivation to see them through.<br />
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2019 was a rather big year for me - I achieved a First Class degree, I published a book, I moved to Brighton, etc. (read more here).<br />
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Well, let's start with the obvious, my social media has dropped off the radar. Completely. I have gone from posting every day, sometimes even twice a day, to being M.I.A all together. I gave no warning, no reasoning, I just stopped. I was even tempted to do one of those blog posts titled 'Why I took a break'. But I didn't, I never got round to it. </div>
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If I am being honest, I got a new job centred around social media. This means that I spend all day, most days scrolling through Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, you name it. Which I love but it does mean, that when I come away from work, I have no motivation for my, and excuse the cliche, side hustle. </div>
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Also, I know numbers aren't everything but my followers started to drop the longer I didn't post. Crazy right? Staying active means people stay engaged! Who knew? </div>
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But anyway, this made me feel like when I did get back into blogging, posting on social media or just general writing, that no one would care. I had lost my audience, my supporters. </div>
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But then I remember why I started blogging in the first place. I didn't start writing so people would read my stuff. People clicking on my blog and perusing my articles was just a plus, I just wanted to write.</div>
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So I guess that's my long-winded explanation of why I am coming back to blogging and hopefully, social media. I'll give you an update in February if I have already given up. </div>
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Let's talk about money. Since becoming an adult, I have realized that money is a touchy subject, that is regularly avoided. Me, being my opinionated, open book self, I have never understood this. And no, I am not blind to the fact that money is a divider amongst society. It can be a heavy subject for some but I always feel the conversation about money is worth having. </div>
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On that topic, this year, I am saving money. </div>
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No more random coffees or 'treating myself' because I've had a hard week, even when it's only Tuesday. I have already set up a savings account (pats self on the back), to which I will be putting a percentage of my paycheck in. </div>
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Always save for a rainy day because when it rains, it truly does pour. </div>
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If you didn't already know, I released a book last year. It had been a dream of mine since I was little and seeing my own work in book form has been one of my crowning achievements of 2019.</div>
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And since then, I have been promising myself that I will be releasing another. Have I done it yet? No. This year, I will find the time, to sit down and write this second book. </div>
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My final goal is to stress less. Yes, there is a lot I want to do this year but they are all self-imposed. The world will not stop spinning if I don't post a blog post for a week. Yes, I would love to publish my book this year, but it takes time. This year, I will not, repeat, <b>will not</b>, let the pressure get to me.</div>
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Do you have any New Year Resolutions?</div>
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Come and Read With Mehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00727882534444839100noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4303856780899534584.post-43963694061979520072019-10-11T05:51:00.001-07:002020-03-13T02:33:32.136-07:00What I am proud of in 2019<div style="text-align: center;">
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Hello, welcome back.<br />
I haven't posted in about...two months?<br />
Which is so long but I am back, however, this post will be short and sweet.<br />
The other day, I was on Twitter and I saw a trending tweet which said '98 days till Jan 1st, what have you achieved this year?'<br />
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And it which made me think...<br />
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What <b>have</b> I really achieved<b> </b>this year?<br />
So let's break it down.<br />
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On the <b>5th of February</b>, I handed in my 8,000-word dissertation, which I spent months slaving over.<br />
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On the <b>20th of March</b>, I became a vegetarian. As I write this blog post, I am still currently vegetarian and I have been for eight months.</div>
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I don't know if it was from the stress of writing my dissertation and my final major project, but I became really ill and down during the last few months of university. </div>
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After giving up all meat products, I rapidly started to feel better. </div>
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And I haven't looked back since.</div>
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On the <b>2nd of May</b>, I handed in my Final Major Project and this signified the nearing end of my degree. This photo was taken in a Pizza Express as I celebrated with my best friend by drinking espresso martinis. </div>
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On the <b>12th of May</b>, I officially released my book 'Grow - Stories for 'average' foster carers', of which I sold over 100 copies. To some people, that may not sound like a big number, but to me, it is. I am an independent, self-published author and my book is linked here.</div>
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On the <b>13th of June,</b> I found out I had received a first in both my dissertation and Final Major Project, which means I finished my three long years of university with a 1st class degree.<br />
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And on the 25th of June, I graduated.<br />
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On the <b>20th of June</b>, I celebrated 1 whole year of being with my wonderful boyfriend.</div>
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Thank you for one year full of happiness, love and support.</div>
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On the <b>23rd of July</b>, I went and viewed a load of flats in Brighton and settled in a little flat with my lovely boyfriend.</div>
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On the <b>20th of August, </b>I moved out of my little student house in Farnham and officially moved into my new home in Brighton.</div>
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On the <b>5th of September</b>, I landed a job in my field. During this short period between moving to Brighton and being employed, I went through a lot of interviews. I didn't get the right vibe during any of these interviews until I found my current job. </div>
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I am now a creative content writer and I am actually using my degree.</div>
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On the <b>18th of September,</b> I got asked to become a part-time lecturer at my old university. Which of course, I said yes too. </div>
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Finally, on the <b>6th of October</b>, I got my latest baby, Beatrix Bunny. She is super naughty and confident but also the sweetest bunny ever. </div>
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I feel like being proud of yourself should part of your self-care routine. </div>
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You have done amazing things, it is important to look back and feel like your accomplishments are worth talking about. </div>
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August has been a strange month. I have been actively living in three different places, my hometown, my university town and my new dwelling. Whilst I have been super busy moving my stuff around, applying for jobs and pushing my blog a little further, I have also had time to relax (weird, I know), this month. </div>
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The picture above is one of my favourites this August. It was taken in Portland at a little cove called Church Ope. It was my sisters birthday and the sun was shining, so obviously that means a day on the beach with a picnic and dogs in tow. </div>
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Speaking of cute pups brings us to another one of my picked photos. I don't know if it would truly be a 'My Camera Roll' post without my adorable sidekick. Flo-Monroe (the cute, furry face pictured below), struggled on the rocky beach this day, due to the combination of her small paws and large rocks. However, it didn't stop me snapping a few adorable shots of her. </div>
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Furthering into the month, I took even more photos of the sea of which I have not included. This a row of houses in Brighton, my newest hometown. Am I becoming one with the seaside? I think so. </div>
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Another one of my favourite photos from August is this photo of me and one of my many dogs. If you haven't read my post about my dogs, it will be here. But for those of you that don't know, I have four beautiful dogs! And this is Whistle. </div>
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And finally, the last collection of photos from this August, are from my beautiful town in which I went to university. During my last few days of living in Farnham, my best friend and I (pictured below) strolled around the high street and took some snaps to remember the town by. </div>
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Thank you so much for reading another one of my posts. I have become a little busy over the past few weeks and so my writing has slowed down a bit. But I am going to try and post two times a week starting Monday.<br />
Thank you again for all your love and support - it is truly appreciated.<br />
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As many of you may know, I have recently moved house! I left the quiet streets of sleepy Farnham and traded up. I have moved to bustling Brighton, where there truly is never a dull moment. Let me explain my living situation a little. I live with my boyfriend in a two-bedroom flat in the heart of the high street. We have already found our favourite wine shop and established that there is a really good pizza place a couple of doors down. Originally, when I started my 'Moving and Improving' series, my plan was to move in with my best friend. Unfortunately, life got in the way and we couldn't make it work. However, our plan hasn't changed too much as she will hopefully be packing and moving next year. </div>
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Before I show you my lovely new living room, I want to issue a few thank-yous. </div>
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Firstly, thank you to my parents who dragged all my stuff from my home-town to here (a 3-hour drive nonetheless). Secondly, thank you to my boyfriend who has to put things in high places that I can't reach, carry stuff up heavy stairs and deal with me decorating our new little home. Thirdly, thank you to <a href="https://www.perchandparrow.com/">Perch and Parrow</a> who gave us our lovely sofa. </div>
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My boyfriend and I were having a conversation about sofas the other day. He was talking about when he lived with his parents and the sofa was just always...there. And when moved into his student house, a sofa was included. We spent over a month without a sofa, hunting for the right one that would fit our space and our comfort needs. What I am saying is - a sofa is a privilege you don't usually think about. Most houses have them or come with them when you rent but as soon as you have an unfurnished property, you figure out you truly can't live without one. So I want to say a massive thank-you to <a href="https://www.perchandparrow.com/">Perch and Parrow</a> who were kind enough to gift us a sofa. </div>
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So the sofa you see pictured is <b>huge. </b>I found it difficult to fit all its beauty in one lense. However, their website is linked throughout and I will make sure to link it again at the end of this post. This is the <a href="https://www.perchandparrow.com/catalog/product/view/id/23473/s/arun-three-seater-rh-chaise-sofa/category/7/#!29">Arun Three-Seater Chaise Sofa </a>in the colour Sea Salt.<a href="https://www.perchandparrow.com/"> Perch and Parrow </a>make bespoke furniture in a selection of colours and fabrics.<br />
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Next to my new sofa from Perch and Parrow is my coffee table. A little while ago, I wrote a post titled <i>One Small Step into Adulthood </i>where I spoke about a table I purchased from the charity shop. The table was the first proper adult item I had bought and having it all made up in my new house, really does remind me that I am a full-grown human now. </div>
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On this table, I have a few items. Firstly is my chess board from my Dad, which he got me as a graduation present. Then I have a few of my older books (a common theme in my new flat), like Grimm's fairytales and Longfellow. As well as a faux cactus and a few candles.</div>
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Across the room is my fireplace. This fireplace is not useable, it has been built up so we cannot light fires in it. However, I have covered the grate in candles so at least we can pretend there is a fire there. On top of it, I have put a photo of me and my boyfriend, a few more books (see, I told you it was an ongoing theme), including my signed copy of Autumn by Ali Smith and Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman. My candle from Newshome Candles has also found its home on my fireplace as well as some more faux cacti. Stuck on my mirror is a quote from the one and only Dolly Parton and also, a polaroid of my dogs. And finally, there is my glass jar with a few wine corks in it. My boyfriend and I plan to fill this jar up with more corks but we always end up drinking cheap wine. </div>
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My newest addition is Sedrick, my ivy plant. When I first moved into my new home, my boyfriend had already been living there for a month. He told me he was going to buy me flowers as a moving in present but instead, he surprised me with a massive ivy plant which we later decided to call Sedrick. Sedrick is currently alive and healthy, let's hope he stays that way!</div>
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Next up is my buddha head. He is made from solid stone and is <b>extremely</b> heavy. Again, I have an array of books, which I have already mentioned. A few of my notable favourites on this shelf are - Angela Carter's Fairly tales, Lolita by Vladimir Nabokov, Small Great Things by Jodi Picoult and Nutshell by Ian McEwan. And for all the readers who have been keeping a close eye on my collection of books, yes that is my second copy of Grimm's fairytales. The first was on the coffee table and no, these are definitely not my only two copies. </div>
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Now, probably one of the most interesting items in my flat is this teapot. I picked up this teapot from a really random charity shop in my hometown when I was 13 or 14 (just for reference, I am now 21 years old) and it has been with ever since. I don't know what drew me to this teapot. It could have been the intricate design or the fascinating colour palette. It could have been the fact that it says 'Made in Japan' on the bottom and was definitely brought over by a person, not by a company. Or and probably, the most likely, it could be because it reminded me of Mulan, my favourite film in the world. Anyway, I love it and it looks amazing alongside all my other items. </div>
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Next to my mysterious teapot is me and my boyfriend's graduation photos. We are now deeply in debut and have wrinkles made from pure stress but it's a nice reminder of how we got here. We are now both happily living together, in a wonderful area, both working in our respective fields. </div>
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And finally is my funky highland Cow picture which was a gift from my now ex-housemate. His vibrant orangey and yellow shades fit perfectly with my colour palette. </div>
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Thank you for reading this post and thank you to all the people who made it possible to actually make this move happen. Again, thank you Perch and Parrow for gifting this sofa to us. Please keep up-to-date on this series, I may have moved but I still have a lot of adulting to learn!</div>
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This week has been super stressful. I have moved, unpacked and organised my new flat. I have been to many an interview. And, I have had to try and figure out and adjust to all my new surroundings. I apologise if my content has been a little dry over the past couple of weeks - I have been a tiny bit preoccupied. However, don't fear, I am back now. </div>
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One of the main things I have forgotten to do this week is to eat proper meals. Personally, I am a snacker. I love snacking on stuff. When I am watching TV, writing a blog post or right before bed, I always love a good snack. </div>
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However, if you have been following me for a while, you would know that I have been a vegetarian for about four months now. It wasn't until I started avoiding meat products, that I realised how much my snacking life revolved around it. Certain crisps contain animals fats or meat extracts, most sweets have gelatin in them and items like mini sausage rolls or scotch eggs are not veggie-friendly. </div>
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So, along my vegetarian journey, I have been trying to not only not eat meat but also, eat something healthier.</div>
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The items in this post were gifted by <a href="https://www.buywholefoodsonline.co.uk/">BuyWholeFoodsOnline</a>, who must have somehow known that I was forgetting to eat full meals at the moment. They let me pick out a few of my most favourite vegetarian snacks.</div>
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Firstly are these <a href="https://www.buywholefoodsonline.co.uk/cashew-nuts-whole-roasted-salted-500g.html">Organic Cashew Nuts.</a> Now, when you stop eating meat, your body tends to start lacking iron. Having low iron can make you feel tired and have paler skin than normal. However, iron is so many things other than meat and most these other things, are actually a lot better to have in your diet. Cashews are one of them. Nuts are on my favourite, go-to snacks. These <a href="https://www.buywholefoodsonline.co.uk/cashew-nuts-whole-roasted-salted-500g.html">Organic Cashews</a> are roasted, lightly salted and extremely moreish. </div>
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Next, <a href="https://www.buywholefoodsonline.co.uk/">BuyWholeFoodsOnline </a>sent me these <a href="https://www.buywholefoodsonline.co.uk/organic-european-sunflower-seeds-125g.html">Sunflower Seeds</a>. To say I love <a href="https://www.buywholefoodsonline.co.uk/organic-european-sunflower-seeds-125g.html">sunflower seeds</a> would be an understatement. They are one of the most versatile product to have in your cupboards. Find salads boring? Chuck some <a href="https://www.buywholefoodsonline.co.uk/organic-european-sunflower-seeds-125g.html">sunflower seeds</a> on it. Your granola is lacking something? Add the seeds. Fancy a light snack before dinner? <a href="https://www.buywholefoodsonline.co.uk/organic-european-sunflower-seeds-125g.html">SUNFLOWER SEEDS. </a></div>
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Another one of my and my boyfriend's favourites is honey. In my house, we can never have enough <a href="https://www.buywholefoodsonline.co.uk/raw-wild-flower-bulgarian-honey-900g.html">honey</a>. I couldn't stop myself when it came to trying this honey, to say that is has lasted this long in my house is a miracle. <a href="https://www.buywholefoodsonline.co.uk/raw-wild-flower-bulgarian-honey-900g.html">Honey,</a> again, is extremely versatile. However, I do always have it in the cupboard for another reason. <a href="https://www.buywholefoodsonline.co.uk/raw-wild-flower-bulgarian-honey-900g.html">Honey</a> has antiseptic and antibacterial properties. Rather than taking paracetamol or ibuprofen for a sore throat, put a spoonful of <a href="https://www.buywholefoodsonline.co.uk/raw-wild-flower-bulgarian-honey-900g.html">honey</a> in your cup of tea. </div>
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On a side note - This jar contains 900g (A MASSIVE AMOUNT) of<a href="https://www.buywholefoodsonline.co.uk/raw-wild-flower-bulgarian-honey-900g.html"> honey</a> and it's only £10.99. </div>
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Aside from me forgetting to have full meals this week, my overall vegetarian journey has been truly amazing. It's been easy and more than that, it's been inspiring. I have been getting so creative with my food and trying out so many other things. </div>
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<li style="text-align: left;">Peanut Butter - I had some of this in the house but it did not look pretty in photos!</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Yoghurt Coated Peanuts - I had none of them in my flat.</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Ritz Crackers- Again, had none of them in, however, I am really craving them now. </li>
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Thank you so much for reading this post and thank you <a href="https://www.buywholefoodsonline.co.uk/">BuyWholeFoodsOnline </a>for gifting me some goodies!</div>
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Last night, I went to the pub and I noticed all the new, first-years around me in their Fresher's week. For all my Non-British readers, Freshers is a week where all the new university students go-to events and usually, they involve a lot of drinking and stumbling around their latest hometown.<br />
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As my university experience has officially wrapped up and I am packing the last of my belongings into my suitcase, I have really been thinking about what it means to be in higher education. Yes, it makes you more employable and yes, it makes you more qualified in your field. But really, what is university culture?<br />
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When you first move into your 'spacious' university room, you want to make it nice and when you move out halls and into your student house with your friends, again, you want to make it nice. You buy all new plates, bowls, cutlery and mugs. You put up cute pictures and maybe, a couple of fairy lights. But I'll let you into a secret- No one remembers what's theirs when it comes to moving out.<br />
Nobody remembers which plates they own and everybody thinks that one 'perfect' spoon is theirs. Your kitchen will be left with a couple of items which everyone <b>swears </b>they did not bring into the house and will probably end up being donated to the charity shop anyway. </div>
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I don't know if this is just England, but for us, the first year doesn't count. You simply need to pass it to get into the second year. So that means that a lot of lectures are attended half-heartedly. Usually, you turn up without a pen to take notes, still drunk from the night before or late because you just had to get a coffee prior to the lesson.<br />
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Leading on from that, you will not, repeat, will <b>not </b>use a diary of a planner in the first year. Yes, I did the same. I bought a cute diary and covered it in cute pictures. I bought a plethora of coloured pens and highlighters. I got way too many notebooks and sticky notes and do you know what, I have finished university now and I still have the majority of them - unwritten in and unused.<br />
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I think developing weird habits is probably one of the most relatable things that happens whilst you are at university. However, your friends or housemates also pick up these habits and it isn't until you go back to your hometown that you realise that these new behaviours are actually quite strange.<br />
It is not normal to nap at 11am or to make pancakes at midnight, that is unless <b>you are at university. </b><br />
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There is no milk or your bread, its everyone's milk and bread. Yes, someone will use the last of it and no, no-one will confess. But don't worry, that's what your loan is for - milk and bread.</div>
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You could go to your university every single day, attend every lecture and know every lecturer's name and life story. But somehow, the university guards will still need to see your ID and if you don't have it, you won't be allowed into the building you are spending nine grand a year on, just to attend.<br />
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Your student rent is extortionate but don't worry, you don't spend anytime there anyway. You live in the library.<br />
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All in all, going to university was the best decision I have ever made and it has been an honour to live in this beautiful town.<br />
One final truth about University culture - All the friends you make, will be your friends for life.<br />
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Periods appear to be a very strange conversation topic apparently. It is something nearly every woman deals with. </div>
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<b>When discussing periods, we tend to soften our words and actions.</b></div>
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We slip tampons or sanitary pads up our sleeves to avoid people knowing. We use the term 'women problems', to describe the immense period pains we can get. There is a light, rose-coloured tint painted over the topic of periods to make them seem more acceptable in society.</div>
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But in reality, why are hiding something that happens to roughly half the population? </div>
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<b>Personally, I think it is a way of dulling women's overall strength. </b></div>
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Your period is healthy and not only that, your body is so powerful that it can physically grow and produce another human being. And sometimes you just need a little bit of blood to remind you of how strong and courageous you can be. </div>
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This post might end up being super long because I have a lot to say about how the subject of periods and how it is dealt with. </div>
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<li style="text-align: left;"><b>Boys, Boys, Boys - </b>I was very lucky in the fact that the earliest male figure in my life, my dad, was informed when it came to periods and was never ashamed of grabbing me period products from the local shop. However, since I have been living with boy housemates, how little they know about periods is confusing to me. The amount of weird (and sometimes extremely amusing) questions I have been asked whilst sharing a house with two boys has been slightly worrying. They are definitely leaving this house with more information then when they came in, especially since they live with two girls! It has been a while since I have been in a High School environment but when I was younger, I was taught about periods in Sex Education. Which is fine and of course, I inappropriately laughed when the teachers said words like 'Tampon'. However, the boys were never taught anything about this monthly event. There is the argument that men do not have a menstrual cycle, therefore, they don't need to learn about it. But surely, isn't the conversation of periods more about reproduction? Something a man plays a part in? As I said, I haven't been to GCSE's for a long time and maybe times have changed. </li>
<li style="text-align: left;"><b>Social Media & Taboos</b>- In honesty, this is changing. In 2019, it is a little less frowned upon. However, the sight of periods and anything menstrual-related is very restricted and not encouraged on social media platforms. </li>
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So, there are three main boxes you can get your hands on. There is '<a href="https://www.pink-parcel.com/products/the-needs">The Needs'</a> box, which is £5.00 a month. This has all your basics, your tampons, pads and other feminine hygiene products. The next level up is the '<a href="https://www.pink-parcel.com/products/the-wants">The Wants</a>' and this contains little extras which will make your period that little bit easier. As well as having period products, it also includes skin products, to sort out those pesky hormonal spots and even some chocolate and herbal tea. When I am on my period, I find the best thing to drink is peppermint tea, it really soothes your period cramps! </div>
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The box I was so generously sent was the '<a href="https://www.pink-parcel.com/products/all-of-it">All of It</a>' box, which is £11.00 a month. </div>
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<b><i>What's in the '<a href="https://www.pink-parcel.com/products/all-of-it">All Of It'</a> box? </i></b></div>
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Well, I am glad you asked. Inside the packaging (pictured above) comes these two smaller boxes, one labelled 'For You' and the other 'For Later'.<br />
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Insides of the 'For You' box was a range of tampons and pads. Now, it is not a secret that every woman has a preference in what period products they use. And <a href="https://www.pink-parcel.com/">Pink Parcel</a> knows that. <a href="https://www.pink-parcel.com/">Pink Parcel </a>allows you to pick and choose what you like and want. My box is only my first months, therefore it includes a range. However, when you want to switch it up, just hop over to their website (<a href="https://www.pink-parcel.com/products/all-of-it">linked here)</a> and tell them what you want. They also carry a range of brands like Always, Tampax, BodyForm and many more! </div>
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Inside the 'For Later Box' is where all the goodies are hiding. In my box this month, I got the MudMasky for my hair. It is a shampoo that repairs your damaged hair and soothes it, to make it feel all soft. <b>Fun Fact:</b> <b>When you are on your period, you are more likely to have bad hair days. Both your skin and your scalp can react due to the hormonal changes in your body. </b><br />
Also, I got a <a href="https://www.pink-parcel.com/pages/whats-in-the-box">Tanatomicals Lip Balm</a> (which has SPF in it) and a <a href="https://www.pink-parcel.com/products/floss-lip-gloss-in-yul">Floss Lip Gloss.</a> When I am on my period, I always find myself feeling dehydrated. Thes lip products are definitely what I need.<br />
Finally, I also received a <a href="https://www.pink-parcel.com/pages/whats-in-the-box">Cocoba Milk Chocolate Block.</a> On the packet, this is described as a 'Chocolate Spoon', which you just <b>have </b>to have in alongside a cup of tea.<br />
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<b>If you thought that was it, you were incorrect!</b><br />
As well as the 'For You' and 'For Later' boxes, there is the 'For Night' box, which contains night time, thicker pads for long hours. As well as this bag which says 'Self-Love', which includes even more pads!<br />
No matter, how long or heavy your cycle is, <a href="https://www.pink-parcel.com/">Pink Parcel</a> has got you.<br />
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I posted a little late this week and as you can see, it was because I was working on this lengthy post.<br />
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Okay, let me be honest for a moment. I don't know if this is a stupid post idea and I really hope it isn't just me that finds this sort of thing interesting. I find peoples camera rolls really fascinating. I heard this quote one - 'If you want to learn what someone fears losing, look at what they photograph'. I think this is partly true. However, I also take a lot of photos of food...so, do with that information what you will.</div>
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I thought it would be a fun post idea to share some of my favourite snaps of July 2019. If you are expecting some feel fantastic photography, you have to wrong place. However, if you are nosy (like me) and fancy scrolling through my photos of this month (or last month), then stick around, give this a read.</div>
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Firstly, let's talk about the photo above. Most of my July has been spent working, so my camera roll is lacking an awful lot of 'fun' photos. However, this is a snap of my breakfast in Brighton. If anyone is interested, these pancakes are from Bills and they are hands-down, my favourite breakfast food. In the words of Leslie Knope - 'Why would anyone ever eat anything besides breakfast food?' </div>
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So, I was house hunting in Brighton with my other half and we both decided we needed a good, filling breakfast to make a fully informed decision about our future (and it worked, blog post about that coming soon.)</div>
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Thirdly, is this adorable photos of me, my dog (Flo-Monroe) and my boyfriend. We popped back to my home town to spend some time with my family and we took this photo whilst out on a good, old-fashioned dog walk. </div>
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I don't know how many of these posts I am going to do, but if I do write multiple, my dog will pretty much be in all of them. She is outrageously adorable and more photogenic then I will ever be. Also, I love a good old, family photo. My boyfriend's love for my dog in this photo is too pure not to make it into my favourite photos for this month.</div>
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Both of these photos were taken on the same day, as you can probably tell from the outfit. Okay, so basically, I was just really feeling my outfit this day. I got the playsuit from a charity shop, it fit perfectly and was only £3.00. I also had just bought my Paula Urban shoes (linked below), and my little yellow, bumblebee handbag just completed the look, to be honest. </div>
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The first photo was taken on the train whilst I was reading 'This is Going to Hurt' by Adam Kay and the second was taken in a little local boutique near my home town. It was also taken by my sister and definitely wasn't as candid as it looks.<br />
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~3rd July 2019~</div>
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Finally, is this flat-lay from my post '<a href="http://www.comeandreadwithme.co.uk/2019/06/my-mug-collection.html">My Mug Collection</a>'. I love this photo. I love my F.R.I.E.N.D.S mugs and I think all the colours really compliment each other. I think one of the cons of blogging is second-guessing yourself. You are constantly thinking your writing isn't good enough or your photos won't spark interest (or maybe that's just me). But I was truly confident in this photo and I think it's cute!</div>
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After people really loved my Mug Collection post (Click here, if you fancy giving it a read!), I thought, whilst I am still packing up all my belongings, I might as well show my collection of jewellery. </div>
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So let's cut to it. Here are a few quick facts about my jewellery consumption (is that the right word?) that you need to know before reading this post.</div>
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<li>My collection of jewellery is small. I never go out of my way to buy anything unless I am completely in love with it or something buys it for me.</li>
<li>By all means, this is not all my jewellery. But it's all my nice, more acceptable pieces. I thought my Mulan pendant (yes, I am 21 and yes, I love my Mulan necklace) wouldn't really fit, so to say, in this post. Everything else I have is Primark rings, which I either loose constantly or have turned a nice bronzey shade and leave my finger green. Or, is a mixture of random pieces I wear often, which are now struggling with the daily wear and tear. </li>
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This post was brought to you by <a href="https://www.abelini.com/">Abelini Jewellery</a>. This is a UK based Jewerally company which offer a range of earrings, necklaces, rings and bracelets. All of their products are set with silver as well as a plethora of stones. </div>
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Personally, I choose the Halo Diamond ring, which I didn't allow myself to wear all week until I took these blog photos because, as I mentioned before, I am a bit infamous for losing rings. It's lightweight, even though it looks like it should weigh a lot. Also, it makes me feel like I have put that little bit of extra effort into my everyday outfits, even when I am walking down to my local corner shop in a large jumper and no makeup, to get some milk. </div>
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<span style="text-align: start;">In short, I love this ring.</span><a href="https://www.abelini.com/product/prong-setting-round-shape-classic-popular-halo-diamond-engagement-rings-rine5547" style="text-align: start;"> Abelini </a><span style="text-align: start;">is also a small business and if you are going to spend money anywhere, it should be to support small, UK businesses. If you are like me and you like to know everything about the companies you are buying from, I have linked they're about page </span><a href="https://www.abelini.com/" style="text-align: start;">here.</a><span style="text-align: start;"> So go ahead, have a little read and see what they are all about. </span></div>
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And no, I am not getting married. But when I am, I will be sure to check out Abelini Jewerally for a second order. Treat yourself, you deserve it. </div>
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<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=sashka+co&oq=sashka+co&aqs=chrome..69i57j0l5.2869j0j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8">Sashka Co</a> is a company I worked with ages ago when I first started blogging. And I still buy from them today. I only work with companies that I love and <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=sashka+co&oq=sashka+co&aqs=chrome..69i57j0l5.2869j0j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8">Sashka Co </a>was definitely one of them. As you can tell from these photos, I have a bit of a thing for turquoise. The bracelet on the left, the one from <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=sashka+co&oq=sashka+co&aqs=chrome..69i57j0l5.2869j0j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8">Sashka Co</a>, is one of my everyday bracelets. I also have a couple of other colours of this, like yellow and a plain blue. These bracelets are handmade in Nepal, where this company employs a lot of residents from there to help. They work on equal pay for women as well as supplying thousands of jobs.</div>
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The turquoise bracelet with the large beads is something I have picked up along the way. Unlike the aesthetically pleasing Abelini ring or the Sashka Co bracelet with the good cause, I love this piece because of how different it is. I can't remember where I got it, but I definitely haven't seen anyone else with one. </div>
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So, the caged stone pendant on the right is from the Isle of Wight in this little, gem shop which I recently heard went bust. However, you can find these anywhere. And what I love about this cage is that you can put anything in it. Yes, at this moment, I am following my turquoise phase but you can put any stone in it. Wearing an all-black outfit? Add a bit of colour with this necklace. Your nails don't match with your clothes? Match them with your necklace! Very versatile. I love it. </div>
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Finally, the pendant on the left actually matches with this bracelet below. My Dad bought these for me on my 18th Birthday from a local jewellery shop in my hometown called Crystal Clear. If they have a website, it will be linked below. I love these. This set has survived every jewellery throw out session, every move and I wear them on most special occasions. </div>
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As you can see from this lengthy post, I really couldn't explore ALL my jewellery but get ready, you will be seeing <b>plenty </b>of these 'collection' posts. I am really enjoying writing them and as I am packing away everything, I might as well be writing about all my belongings. </div>
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Thank you for taking the time to read my post. As usual, everything will be linked below so if you fancy something that you have seen, it will be available below.</div>
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I have started packing and let me tell you, it's stressful. </div>
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Okay, so let me give you an update if you are new to this little collection of posts on my blog. This is my 'Moving and Improving' series, in which I document my journey of moving house.</div>
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I don't really know what this post is going to be. It started off as being a post about 'Top Tips when it Comes to Packing'. But to tell you the truth, I am not an expert. I am the <i>'throw everything in one box' </i>kinda girl. Which suited me just fine when I was only moving to my student house and all I needed was a bottle of Peach Snaps and a couple of feminist books. But I feel there is a lot of pressure with packing up my belongings this time. It feels different, <b>more intense. </b>I developed this strange fear, that if I started packing too early, then I wouldn't be able to move. That if I began putting my clothes, books and mugs in boxes, then for some reason, I would end up not leaving. I would somehow jinx it. I know that sounds weird and even a little...irrational.<br />
But today marks the day of changing that. There is saying, 'don't stress yourself out with things you can't control or change'. I have been trying to embody this philosophy at the moment. Yes, I am in control of moving. I am the one who has to book the viewings, arrange the moving van and make sure I am secure. However, putting my books in a cardboard box is not going to prevent me from moving my life down to Brighton.<br />
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1. Don't buy boxes.<br />
I think this is one of the most ridiculous things I have heard of people doing. Please save some trees and steal them from work like I did.<br />
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Firstly, I have packed away my coats. It is so hot and sunny, why on earth would I need them?<br />
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Secondly, I have seen four places and hated all but one, in which I got rejected. More on that in next weeks blog post, I think.<br />
Thirdly, here is a playlist I made to help me pack. Listen, enjoy. Happy, upbeat songs only.<br />
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Fourthly, I am seeing a few more this weekend and I am excited!<br />
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Fifthly, I am no longer moving with my best friend - I am now moving with just my boyfriend.<br />
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Recently, I made a decision. I am stopping eating meat, kind of... It all started with my boyfriend. He started cutting out meat, he said that it made him feel sluggish and he just didn't feel good after eating them. He decided that he wanted to only eat meat once a week, which then turned into once every two weeks and so on. </div>
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Now, at the time, I said I wasn't going to join him. I would carry on eating meat, whilst he did his own thing. <b>However, </b>I cook for my boyfriend a lot. I love cooking and most of the time, he is my guinea pig for all of my random, experimental meals. And I wasn't going to start making two different dinners a day, so I ended up not eating meat a lot of the time.</div>
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Eventually, it just became a normal thing for me. I haven't eaten meat in three weeks. <i>Three whole weeks. </i>And I truly haven't missed it. Preparing meat makes me anxious, I am always worried I am going to give someone food poisoning or that I am not going to cook it right. Plus, it makes my belly feel really heavy (is that just me?) So anyway, I have started my vegetarian journey. I am still currently very much on the fence about it. At this moment, this is what I am struggling with:</div>
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So, this is where I am currently at with my veggie journey, but I will keep you updated!</div>
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So, yes, this post is sponsored by <a href="https://www.quorn.co.uk/" target="_blank">Quorn,</a> which I am VERY excited about. <a href="https://www.quorn.co.uk/" target="_blank">Quorn </a>is one of the <b>main </b>reasons I decided to actually start trying to be a vegetarian. My older sister was a veggie for many years when I was growing up and I knew she found it hard to keep a good amount of protein in her diet. This was a massive concern of mine. However, with products like<a href="https://www.quorn.co.uk/" target="_blank"> Quorn,</a> it's a lot simpler now to stop eating meat because there are <b>so many</b> alternatives.</div>
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<li style="text-align: left;">Let it cook for a while, <a href="https://www.quorn.co.uk/" target="_blank">Quorn mince</a> has to be cooked from frozen, which is super helpful as it cuts out all of the defrosting time of meat mince. When you are cooking it in a saucepan, make sure it is cooked through and there is no ice left on the mince.</li>
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<li style="text-align: left;">Finally, take your <a href="https://www.quorn.co.uk/" target="_blank">Quorn </a>dish and put it on top of your pasta.</li>
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Personally, this is yummy! Thank you, <a href="https://www.quorn.co.uk/" target="_blank">Quorn </a>for sponsoring this post. I will keep you updated on my part-time veggie journey. </div>
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<span style="text-align: center;">Okay, hello again. I haven't started packing up my house yet but I have started</span><b style="text-align: center;"> thinking </b><span style="text-align: center;">about it. And truly, that's half the battle (or so I keep telling myself). So, as you can see by the title of this post, I will be talking about my mug collection. I know what you are thinking, what a weird thing to write about whilst you are packing. </span></div>
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How much room in my house can my mug collection <b>really, truly </b>take up? The answer is: quite a bit. I had a moment the other day, where I physically stood in my kitchen and started at my mug shelf. I live with two other people. Shalieka (who you would have met if you are a regular reader) and Liam.</div>
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Liam has a grand total of one mug. One mug. A minimalistic lifestyle I could never personally have. And Shalieka had two mugs. <b>Two. </b>And one of them is so large, that I would actually consider it a soup bowl and not a mug (we are both coffee addicts!)</div>
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Whilst I stood in my kitchen, staring at the mugs, I thought about what ones I was going to get rid of before I moved.</div>
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And again, the answer was: none. I threw away literally none.</div>
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I don't know if this is the start of a hoarding addiction but it sure feels like one.</div>
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I thought that I might as well document some of my favourite mugs, so here they are.</div>
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Firstly, I have these two F.R.I.E.N.D.S mugs that I actually brought from a charity shop in my home town. They are some of the cutest mugs I have ever owned. The green one has a slight chip on the rim, which I cleverly disguised in this photo. When I moved into halls in my first year of university, some of my mugs got chipped or broken in the process, but luckily I was able to save this pair of adorable F.R.I.E.N.D.S mugs.</div>
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Secondly, I have this bee mug from <a href="https://arthouseunlimited.org/shop/bee-free-fine-bone-china-mug/">Arthouse Unlimited</a>. It was a gift from my younger sister because I achieved a First on my dissertation (blog post coming soon). And every single time I drink out of it, it reminds me of to save the bees! It is also my favourite colour - Yellow. Thank you, Grace!</div>
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The other mug is from none other than my podcast. Didn't know I had a podcast? Check it out <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6OmLG5AZQPdTcqtnNie1v8?si=t5JxAc9RRkygaeTu9EPYow">here.</a></div>
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On my 21st birthday, my co-host and best friend, Katie Thomas had this mug made for me and now, they are on sale! You can get your own one<a href="https://iamnotapoet1.wixsite.com/acoffeeancacry/product-page/ak-mug"> here </a>(is this post sponsored by me?)</div>
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I don't know if this counts as a mug but this is my reusable bottle from <a href="https://www.simplemodern.com/collections/all-water-bottles/products/wave-water-bottle-9oz?variant=15440507240520">Simply Modern. </a>Okay, so I have been in the market for a reusable water bottle, however, I had a few requirements it had to reach:<br />
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Not only, have I not actually thrown away any mugs before my move, but I have even <b>bought more. </b>Shalieka and I were out, shopping, looking for our graduation dresses when we stumbled across this collection of three mugs from New Look. We instantly fell in love. Now, there is a bit of an inside/stupid joke that goes along with these mugs. I am allergic to citrus. You know, pineapple, lemon, lime and basically anything that has the tangy, sour flavour. As you can see from these tastefully picked mugs, one is a pineapple (of which I am allergic) and the other is a grapefruit (again, very allergic). So joke heard, well received and these mugs will have a new home in my new home.<br />
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Thank you for stumbling onto my part of the internet yet again and reading yet another post. I don't know if this post is dumb but I thoroughly enjoyed writing it. There will be more in the 'Moving and Improving' series, where I document my moving experience. So get ready for some more, stupidly entertaining posts!</div>
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That's right, a whole, full, book.</div>
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If you have never seen any of my posts before now, this is the one to read. </div>
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So, eight months ago, I started writing <i>Grow - Stories for the 'average' foster carer </i>and it has been a journey and a half.</div>
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So, the premise of the book is fairly simple and you can probably tell from the title of the book but I am going to explain what it's about anyway.<br />
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<i>Grow</i> is a collection of short stories all about the foster care system in England. My parents have been fostering children for many years and as their child, I have witnessed many things. <i>Grow </i>focuses on four, individual children and a moment in time, which I remember vividly about having them in my families care. </div>
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This book's aim was to look at both the positive and negatives of foster care and how my parent's dealt with every situation with love and professionalism. </div>
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Right now, the book is available to purchase on <a href="https://www.blurb.co.uk/bookshare/app/index.html?bookId=9522564">Blurb</a>, but soon, it will be up on Amazon!</div>
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As 2019 carries on flying by, I think it is the right time to write a blog post, documenting all the things I have learnt so far this year. We are already half-way through the year, how crazy? Like, we are already, currently in the sixth month of the year. Which to me is absolutely crazy. It felt like only yesterday, it was Christmas day and now, I am waiting for summer to eventually turn up.</div>
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Now, this point is kind of vague, but I will do my best to explain it. Hard work is something that people talk about all the time, if you put in a good amount of work, you will get the result you want. It wasn't until this year, that this really rung true for me. I worked extremely, ridiculously hard for my degree and here I am, with a first-class in Media and Creative Writing. If you truly want something, work hard for it and there is no way you can fail.</div>
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If you have been following me and reading my blog for a while, you would know that I have recently stopped eating meat. A small change I could make that will help the environment as well as help me become more healthy. As well as this, late last year, I actually started using vegan and cruelty-free makeup (see<a href="http://www.comeandreadwithme.co.uk/2018/10/my-cruelty-free-journey.html"> this </a>post). Which is where <a href="https://www.poppyaustin.com/">Poppy Austin </a>comes in. <a href="https://www.poppyaustin.com/">Poppy Austin</a> is a company which specialises in creating 100% vegan, cruelty-free makeup, which is not only good for the environment but is also not cruel to all our furry, fluffy and scaly friends. </div>
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Now, back when I first started blogging, I wrote a review of <a href="https://www.poppyaustin.com/">Poppy Austin's</a> mascara, which is where my obsession for their makeup started. </div>
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And since then, I have quite a few of their products and I am lucky enough to be working with them again. Changing your makeup to cruelty-free is one small, easy change you can make in your everyday life. So let's briefly talk about this new, vegan <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/FINEST-Vegan-Eyelash-Serum-Cruelty-Free/dp/B07GXH5TVF/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=poppy+austin&qid=1560688299&s=gateway&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1">eyelash serum. </a></div>
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So, recently, <a href="https://www.poppyaustin.com/pages/our-story">Poppy Austin</a> has come out with this <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/FINEST-Vegan-Eyelash-Serum-Cruelty-Free/dp/B07GXH5TVF/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=poppy+austin&qid=1560688299&s=gateway&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1">eyelash serum,</a> which is made to lengthen and thicken your eyelashes to make them appear more full. Now, I was drawn to this product originally because of the earthy, woody pattern on the outside of the bottle. </div>
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In my quest to find, good quality, cruelty-free makeup, I have come across many products which don't live up to the hype. Using products that are good for the environment, doesn't mean you have to compromise the quality of it. </div>
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I would highly recommend making the switch with your daily makeup and giving <a href="https://www.poppyaustin.com/">Poppy Austin</a> a chance. </div>
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But, I guess what I actually mean is, I need a break. Sometimes, things are more important than others. Sometimes, it is okay not to feel guilty or sympathetic or actually anything at all. Sometimes, you can lay in bed all day with a book or watching a film and not beat yourself up for not doing anything productive. Sometimes, you can go to bed early and think about all the things you have achieved rather than failed or not completed.</div>
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Scented candles are kind of my weakness and recently, I have kindly been <b>gifted</b> this Lavender soy candle from<a href="https://candles.org.uk/" target="_blank"> <i>Newshome candles </i></a>(check them out, they are linked). They heard (well, read, I guess), that I was moving and wanted to give me a little home-warming gift. </div>
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Now, I could go on and on about how much I loved this scented candle and how it smells so good. </div>
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I haven't lit it yet. I am waiting. I have made a vow to myself (and Shalieka, I guess), that when we move home, I will light it.</div>
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During stressful times, I always think it is helpful to set little goals. Moving house is definitely one of the most stressful things I have done in a while (similar stress to my dissertation I would say), which is requiring a lot of planning and money-saving. So, setting myself symbolic goals is how I am getting through it.<br />
When I was writing my dissertation, I would set myself word limits like, 'If I write 100 words now, then I can get a Starbucks coffee after'. This is similar. Once I move house, settle in and make it my own, I will light this candle.<br />
I don't know if that sounds silly but I am true believer in this theory. Always think of the end goal. When you are doing anything (and I mean, literally anything), always look forward. Even the smaller things. When you are led in bed at night and you can't be bothered to get up and shower, think about how clean you will feel after, how you don't have to get up early the next day to shave your legs or wash your hair. Think about all the benefits. Think positively.</div>
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Although I can't comment on the 'burniness' of this <a href="https://candles.org.uk/product-tag/floral-scented-candles/" target="_blank">Newshome candle</a>. Here are a few things I can say:</div>
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<li style="text-align: left;">It's 100% Vegan, cruelty-free. Which is always, <b>always</b> a plus when buying homeware. </li>
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<li style="text-align: left;">Finally, it's inexpensive. <a href="https://candles.org.uk/product-tag/floral-scented-candles/" target="_blank">£15.99,</a> for this massive <a href="https://candles.org.uk/product-tag/floral-scented-candles/" target="_blank">candle</a>, sounds like a bargain to me.</li>
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Okay, so I do have a slight ulterior motive with this post (What me? Never.) I am starting a 'moving house' series. I want to document my experience and this is the second post of it. </div>
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Naturally, the idea came to me in the shower the other night (as most good ideas do). I am always watching and reading about people moving house and I get really excited by their decor and choice in colour schemes. And now I am actually doing it. </div>
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If you haven't read my first two posts about moving, they will be linked <a href="http://www.comeandreadwithme.co.uk/2019/05/one-small-step-into-adulthood.html" target="_blank">here</a> and<a href="http://www.comeandreadwithme.co.uk/2019/05/the-benefits-of-living-with-your-best.html" target="_blank"> here.</a></div>
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In the past, I have written posts about my housemates (linked here) and how I annoy them ALL THE TIME. Well, this post is about one housemate in particular. My best friend. </div>
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If you have been reading my blog for a while, you might familiar with the name 'Shalieka', a common character in my life journey of disaster and chaos. </div>
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I have been living with Shalieka for two years now and we will be moving in together when we leave our student accommodation. </div>
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Now, as a woman, I think it is important to support other women. I have always found it really hard to be friends with women who think that every female is in some way, their competition. Shalieka and I have a friendship where we walk around the house with no trousers on, singing Lizzo 'Good as Hell' at the top of our lungs at 2am in the morning. Shalieka doesn't judge me when I put a mountain of cheese on top of my pasta and I don't judge her when dumps a bottle of sour cream on every meal I make her.</div>
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It's like having my very own wife. It's like I have completely and utterly, accidentally, fallen into marriage. <b>And I love it. </b> Gone are the days where I do anything alone. Need to go food shopping? She is coming with me. Need a glass of wine? Well, I better get two glasses. Too scared to submit for a deadline? Let's hand in our work together! It's simple really. When you live with your best friend, it's like gaining a wife.</div>
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So, like many people, there are a few phrases that I say often. A few sayings have found their way into my everyday speech and now, <b>I can't stop saying them. </b>I think I started saying them ironically or maybe because I thought they sounded smart or funny. </div>
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Nothing. Nothing at all. Nothing is wrong with that. Until it starts to spread to others, e.g. Shalieka.</div>
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Yes, that's right. My little sayings and whimsical phrases now, regularly, have snuck their way into my best friends vocabulary. </div>
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So, in summary, if you get the chance to live with your best friend, take it. It will either make or break your friendship. Thank you Shalieka for constantly putting with me and I cannot wait to carry on living with you!</div>
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You'll Do Card: <a href="https://www.notonthehighstreet.com/darwindesigns/product/you-ll-do-valentine-s-card" target="_blank">Not On The Highstreet</a></div>
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Shalieka's Cute Pink Trainers: <a href="https://www.lyst.co.uk/shop/related/puma-basket-heart-velvet-sneakers-4/?atc_medium=cpc&atc_source=google&atc_campaign=UK-PLA-CSS&atc_campaignid=1045983029&atc_content=UK-PLA-PUMA%2BSneakers-Clothing%2B%2526%2BAccessories%2B%253E%2BShoes%2B%253E%2BTrainers-CSS%2BUlloa-yes&atc_country=UK&atc_grouping=Google-PLA-CSS&atc_remarketing=pla-407871236785&reason=pla-css&sem_id=A1062690722&gclid=Cj0KCQjw_r3nBRDxARIsAJljleE3tQZ7FTAtPvWwhf7K1a-ajt8wQmvu39zV2bJX4dFkC4LqePpMCjoaAtI6EALw_wcB" target="_blank">Puma</a></div>
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Miniature Polaroids: <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/FujiFilm-Instax-Mini-40-Shots-Multi/dp/B00MAQF4EE" target="_blank">FujiFilm Instax</a></div>
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What is becoming more glaringly obvious in my early twenties, is the rapid descent into adulthood. Yes, I said descent. As I am nearing the end of my degree, I have started becoming increasingly aware of this thing that people refer to as 'being an adult' and how soon, I will be <b>one</b> of those adults.</div>
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The other day, my soon-to-be adult housemate and I were walking down the street and looking into every charity shop window as went. This is common for us, we both love bargains and in our small town, charity shops are one of the most popular places to purchase things from. So, there we were, strolling through town when something caught my eye.</div>
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In a charity shop, sitting right up front was this table (pictured below). To paint to the scene for you, I stopped dead in my tracks and tapped Shalieka (the housemate) until she too, saw what I was looking at. </div>
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Do we get this table? Do we even have anywhere to put it? As we stood, thinking about this purchase, many people walked past us. They also pointed at the table, talking about different and unique it looked. </div>
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Early the next morning, we got dress and went and purchased it. Whilst I am writing this, I would like to say a quick thank you to Katie (link to her blog here) for driving it up to my house and helping me lug it up the front steps. It is now currently sat in my living room, waiting to move with us. </div>
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Now, you might be like, why am I reading a post about this twenty-something-year-old woman buying a table? And yes, I can see how you might be confused. But I am writing this post for one very simple reason. I think every person gets to a point in their life where they feel like they have accomplished something. And by buying this table, I feel like I have accomplished my first, real steps into some form of adulthood. I know it sounds strange, all I did was put £40 down in exchange for a (very adorable) table. But I think everyone's 'adult' moments are different and this is mine. </div>
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So let's all welcome our new table, it is going to look so pretty when we move into our new flat and start actually adult-ing. </div>
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I am back with another post about fast fashion. A little while ago, I wrote a post called 'A Note On...Fast Fashion' (it's linked), where I discussed the repercussions of people buying clothes from chain stores or big brands. However, in that post, I didn't go into my own shopping habits. I would say, most of my clothes do come from charity shops. Although I do sometimes shop at chains like H&M and New Look, I am trying to cut down on this massively. I live in a wealthy area of England but I am a student and my income is limited, so charity or second-hand shops have become my best friend.</div>
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It's cheaper, just as good quality and above this, it's better for the environment. Recently, I have found some real gems from my local charity shops and I thought that it would make an interesting post to list these items.</div>
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I love Harem pants and I actually have quite a few pairs so you can imagine my excitement when I saw some for mere £2 at my local charity shop. That's right, £2! Normally, when I buy Harem trousers, they are about £10 on eBay or maybe even a little more on sites like Depop. Personally, I don't think £10 is too much to spend on this item because I do wear them CONSTANTLY, but when I saw this bright, rainbow pair in Sue Ryder, I had to snatch them up. There is no label in the back so I couldn't check how much they would have cost originally but they are really nice quality. </div>
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Okay, so my boyfriend brought me this for Christmas. This was from the British Heart Foundation and it is a Men's medium, hence the word 'Oversized' in the title. Big, baggy jumpers are always in style and definitely one of the cosiest items I own. When you go charity shopping, don't forget to always check the men's section. The label of this jumper reads 'DG Orignal' and on reading into this brand, I cannot find anything about it. However, it is super soft and warm. </div>
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Okay, so my winter coat is the item I have got the most wear out of. I live in England it wasn't until this year, when I spotted this coat in Cancer Research, that I owned a coat with a hood. Yes, you read that right. I have never owned a coat with an actual hood and I live in England, one of the most rainiest places ever, with an extremely unpredictable weather pattern. So anyway, this coat is originally from Pull & Bear, which just so happens to be one of my favourite shops. This item is one from their older stocked clothing, however, I was able to find the original price for it which was £24.99. I got this coat for £8, second-hand and I wear it pretty much every day. </div>
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When it comes to shopping, always think of second-hand first. I know it's easier to go into shops like Urban Outfitters, TopShop and New Look and just pick up something out of convenience. But think about the repercussions of buying something brand new. It' going to be less expensive, feel better on your conscience and make your carbon footprint a little light if you just visit your local charity shops first. I always say to my best friend (hi, Shalieka), that I never think twice about spending money at a second-hand store. You are literally giving money to charity whilst doing your bit towards the planet. </div>
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Yes, you still need things new like underwear or socks and yes, it will be hard to change something you have been doing for years. But trust me it's worth it. Also, you get the most unique finds at charity stores. The picture below is Shalieka (the same one as previously mentioned) rocking a coat she found at The British Heart Foundation. Have you ever seen anybody else in this coat? Probably not. </div>
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Good morning, afternoon or evening. Good, whatever time you are reading this. We need to talk. No, this is not a breakup. I have been away for a while and I thought you deserved an explanation. </div>
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I will try and keep it short-ish and sweet-ish because there are about a million posts about blogger's taking a break. Over the past few months, I learnt very quickly, that there is a good reason for this. Bloggers sometimes need a break. For most my internet friends, blogging is more than their hobby, it's their passion, their job and every so often, you need a holiday, a vacation if you will. Sometimes, other things take over. For me, that was my university work. am happy to report, that taking a step back from blogging for a couple of months did result in me getting a first on my dissertation and finishing my book (stay tuned for more news on that). </div>
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I have found new energy towards my blog. I have a head full of new, (hopefully) original ideas that I can't wait to write. I have got into contact with a whole load of new, exciting companies that I cannot wait to work with. I am back and I am ready. Thank you for the support that has been towards me and my writing online.<br />
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So, in the UK, it's nearly mothers day. The day where celebrating of all mothers and thanking them for the countless hours they put into raising us. This post is<b> sponsored </b>and honestly, I was super impressed with the quality of the products. </div>
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So, I don't think I have ever formally introduced my Mum to my blog. Her name is Donna and I have known her for pretty much all my life (is that a bad joke?). She is very small like me and there is an adorable image of us at the very top. </div>
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Okay, so most years I usually get my Mum something personalised for mother's day. But I found out very quickly, there is only a limited amount of personalised stuff you can purchase. I have already done photo albums, mugs and even a personalised tote bags. So I had to think a little more outside of the box this year. </div>
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Jewellery is definitely a common gift, but I honestly have never purchased jewellery for my mum. Unless you count the weird beaded necklace I bought for her when I went on a school trip to France, I do not include this. So, I decided to investigate a little further into the jewellery world. </div>
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And that's where <a href="https://www.allyjewellery.com/" target="_blank">Ally Jewellery </a>comes in. After much looking around, I discovered <a href="https://www.allyjewellery.com/" target="_blank">All</a><a href="https://www.allyjewellery.com/" target="_blank">y Jewellery, </a>and their designs. </div>
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Firstly, I got this ring. On the website, it is described as <a href="https://www.allyjewellery.com/product-page/abella-opal-ring-in-silver" target="_blank">Abella Opal ring</a> and I choose silver, although they also have a gold and rose gold version. Okay, so full disclosure, I got this ring for myself. I have really small fingers and when I saw this ring and how small it goes, I had to get it. Nonetheless, it would make an excellent day for a mother. Sidenote: When I showed my housemates this ring, I told me I would lose it (I also lose all my rings). I am currently on day three of owning this ring and I still currently have it. </div>
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And I also picked out this necklace. This necklace is so versatile and I couldn't keep away from the adorable star design. The star pattern is prominent on the <a href="https://www.allyjewellery.com/" target="_blank">Ally Jewerally</a> which is perfect, as stars never truly go out of style. Again, I got this is in silver but it is also available in gold and rose gold. </div>
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Abella Opal Ring (Silver) - <a href="https://www.allyjewellery.com/product-page/abella-opal-ring-in-silver" target="_blank">Ally Jewerally</a></div>
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Rema Starry Necklace (Silver) - <a href="https://www.allyjewellery.com/product-page/rema-starry-necklace-in-silver" target="_blank">Ally Jewerally</a></div>
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<span style="color: #212121;">Not That Kind Of Girl by Lena Dunham - <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Not-That-Kind-Girl-Learned/dp/0007515545/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1MMSQXOPA5K91&keywords=not+that+kind+of+girl&qid=1552913663&s=gateway&sprefix=not+that+kind+%2Caps%2C352&sr=8-1" target="_blank">Amazon</a></span></div>
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