Half way into 2017

I honestly can not believe we're over half way into the year honestly how on earth has that happened? I felt like it was the right time for a general update, reflection, what I've got planned for the rest of the year and hopefully a spurt of motivation.   So let's begin with University. As … Continue reading Half way into 2017

May & June (2017) Favourites

May and June have been absolutely hectic months and subsequently, my blogs and vlogs have been knocked down on my priorities list and have therefore become quite sparse. But no harm it just means this post will be even more exciting and filled! Beauty May reunited my beloved bath and I and I can not … Continue reading May & June (2017) Favourites

Travel Journal: Ireland 2017

Brighton - Wicklow Dates: Wednesday 15th March 2017 - Saturday 18th March 2017   I boarded my first train at 12:03 full of absolute anxiety but a hint of excitement. For me, the worst most daunting aspect of the entire trip was the journey but knowing that my best friends and flight to Dublin was … Continue reading Travel Journal: Ireland 2017

So… what on earth have I been up to?

It's certainly been a while since I last did an update post and I can safely say that's because life has been a whirlwind! This is going to be a rather self-indulgent post but I do use this blog as something of a diary so it seems appropriate to share.   I think the last … Continue reading So… what on earth have I been up to?

‘Beautifying’ Apps

We, as a society, are thoroughly immersed in a world almost dictated by social media - presenting only the desirable aspects of our lives, enhancing what we love and flat out ignoring and hiding what we do not. It can, therefore, come as no surprise that the same is done for our physical appearance in photos. … Continue reading ‘Beautifying’ Apps

April (2017) favourites 

Beauty As its spring and nature's colours are changing and becoming more vibrant and varied I thought I'd experiment in a similar way with my eye-make up. With that in mind, I purchased a selection of the NYX Vivid Brights eyeliners and overall I am super impressed. I have found that the red (vivid fire) … Continue reading April (2017) favourites 

Travel Journal: Day trip to Arundel 2017

Since moving to Brighton I'll be honest and say I haven't taken advantage in the change of location or adventured much outside of the comfort of campus but I have made it one of my, many, goals to do so in the upcoming few years. Being a student with a very limited budget I quickly … Continue reading Travel Journal: Day trip to Arundel 2017

The life of a mentally unwell university student – 31/01/17

Oh my the good days. The good days are SO good. and oh my goodness isn't it important to embrace them. Today is the second day back to lectures after the Christmas break and I wont deny my nerves at returning but I reminded myself how normal they are and reminded myself I have experienced … Continue reading The life of a mentally unwell university student – 31/01/17

January University Blues & Fears 

Now, firstly I am not stating I am an expert and neither am I saying this is exactly how you will feel or should feel. I am also not saying that the options to withdraw or take a break are not worthwhile and valid to think about. I did, however, want to reassure people that … Continue reading January University Blues & Fears 

Goodbye 2016, Hello 2017

Long time no speak! As the year has drawn to a close, Semester 1 has come to an end, the holidays have come and gone and as I am getting ready to return to university it felt rather fitting to do a little update on everything that has been going on for the last few … Continue reading Goodbye 2016, Hello 2017