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• My Evening Routine

  Posted at 8:08 pm by Holly, on April 17, 2018

  

  I remember last year doing a Morning routine for you which you can see here

  So I guess you need a night one to go with it so here’s what usually happens of an evening.

  

   

  I turn on my fairy lights, it gets me in the chilled kind of mood and when the lights aren’t so bright you are telling your eyes its time to unwind.

  

  I grab myself my favourite mug and do myself an Ovaltine light drink. Because it contains malt it’s a nice drink to have before bed and aids sleep.

  

  I get my to-do list and write on washi tape and get down all the things I want to get done the next day. Once it’s written down it’s most likely to get done.

  

  I get my skincare products and get off all my make up as I don’t fancy panda eyes in the morning or my pillow covered with foundation.  I find it therapeutic.

  

  I have been filling in my Happy Journal by Fearne Cotton since I got it at the beginning of the year. It’s really good to get your thoughts out and into the journal.

  

  

  I love nothing more than listening to love songs at bedtime they are just very soothing and help me nod off and these two stations never fail to disappoint. Sometimes I listen to a podcast or two instead which are always easy listening.

  

  My hot water bottle always comes to bed with me. I am one of those that needs to be warm to be able to get to sleep. If I can’t get to sleep you will find me nosing through Pinterest for inspiration. It’s easy to get carried away on there.

  There you have it my Evening routine. Feel free to click on the links to take you to some of my related posts.

  Til next time my beauts

  

   

   

  Posted in creativity, DIY, favourites, Health, journaling, lifestyle, Personal, Positivity | 4 Comments | Tagged DIY, inspiration, journaling, lifestyle, music, Personal, routine

• Pinterest obsessed

  Posted at 7:44 pm by Holly, on April 12, 2018

  

  So earlier on today i thought its not the sunniest of days so the original video i was going to do will have to wait.

  However i did do a flip through video of my pinterest favourite bits. Not seen this done before and i love to be different.

  I’ll leave the link here. Be fab for you to check it out and let me know what you think

  PINTEREST OBSESSED VIDEO

  Keep an eye out for more videos.

  Heres to a HAPPY Friday, Saturday and Sunday to you all

  Til next time

  

  Posted in creativity, DIY, favourites, hacks, lifestyle, Personal | 3 Comments | Tagged advice, blogger, creative, DIY, favourites, inspiration, life hacks, lifestyle

• Life with these 5 types would never be boring

  Posted at 11:55 am by Holly, on April 10, 2018

  

  I believe you need these 5 types of people in your life to have it kind of balanced and with a bit of variety.

  The Inspired

  Someone who you look up to for what they do and would love to do that for the greater good and for themselves . They make you go yes I want that. They spur you on without them actually knowing. They are admired from afar.

  The Passionate

  Someone who is really into something and puts their absolute all into making it as perfect as they can. This is done with love as well as effort because they are so passionate about it. They generally give out a real positive aura. They are just lovely people to be around.

  The Motivated

  Someone who wakes up in the morning with their goals set and their aim is high. They want to smash each and every one of their goals. Then when they are completed, a new list begins. They thrive on being kept busy and love a challenge. Motivational people are great at helping others other than just themselves.

  The Grateful

  Someone who has a big heart sees the beauty in most things and appreciates the small things as much as the big. They don’t ask for much in life, just happiness and that warm feeling from something or somebody.

  The Open Minded

  Someone that doesn’t really judge. Who has time for peoples opinions and won’t frown upon them if they are a little bit different. Who you can have a conversation with about something random and the won’t look at you like you have two heads.

  Life would never be boring, each and every one would be different and see life in different perspectives.

  I’m pretty sure if you look amongst your friends, you will find all five. If you don’t go out and look for them. Live a fruitful life.

  Thanks for stopping by

  Til next time…

  

  Posted in Confidence, creativity, Equality, Health, lifestyle, Personal, Positivity, words of wisdom | 4 Comments | Tagged advice, inspiration, lifestyle, Personal, Positive thinking, writing

• How do you feel?

  Posted at 12:36 pm by Holly, on March 31, 2018

  

  This was just a quick exercise – to put into perspective the things that are perking me up and the things that are getting me down.

  

  I chose 4 points each not to make it too long so I could elaborate on them a bit more…

  Here are my happy points :

  • Listening to music takes away any sadness I may have had that day, it brings back memories when listening to the lyrics in a song. It’s a powerful thing.
  • My friends are the ones who no matter what and no matter where they are, whether it’s by my side or at the end of the phone, they are true friends.
  • I have quite a close relationship with my family. We are always in touch by phone, outings, little get-togethers and even Facetime. They mean the world to me.
  • I adore writing. Whether its shorthand and in a diary or a journal, a blog post or a lengthy few pages planning my next book I just love every element of it. It relaxes me. Its like therapy for the mind and soul.

  Here are my not so happy points :

  • Having a few illnesses will always get me down as it stops me from living a ‘normal’ life and is always at the forefront of my mind every day. If it’s not one thing it’s the other. Its just the way life is and I need to adapt to it.
  • My Dad – my hero. He has really bad Vascular Dementia at the age of 71. He had encephalitis at 64 (inflammation of the brain) which brought on the Dementia early. Its been 9 months since I last saw him and I hope a little bit of his memory still remembers his favourite girl.
  • Whether its the 6 ‘o’ clock news on TV or the hourly news on the radio, it’s always sad, bad news. It gets me down seeing all the pain in the world and suffering. I know its life but wouldn’t it be lovely to have a whole half hour of great news to make you smile.
  • I don’t think I am on my own here with being miserable about our English weather. The rain and snow can sod off now, we want to look forward to brighter warmer days and not be wrapped up for winter when it’s nearly April.

  Well there you go that is my happy/sad table and it felt better getting it out, and seeing that even though there are some things that make me frown there are things that equally make me smile too.

  Why not give it a go yourself. It’s good to be reflective.

  Til next time…

  

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• Dream it, Wish it, Do it

  Posted at 4:09 pm by Holly, on March 29, 2018

  

  I bet there are things in life that you think if only… like a dream/wish you had and you wish it would come true.

  Do you ever just have it as a thought and do nothing with it or do you yearn over it and put every effort into making it a reality?

  My advice is this:

  You were given this life so go live it, whatever your heart desires, whatever you dream of is NEVER out of reach. If you can’t stop thinking about it then its meant to be in your life so go for it. Grab it with both hands and if you fall upon the way get back up and carry on chasing that dream and make it happen.

  There was once a little girl, who would sit in the hairdressers while her mum had her hair done with a pad in hand – writing her little heart out. Back then she wished she could write a book one day, one that someone would actually buy.

  That little girl was me.

  I did achieve my dream – I published a book last year and to tick off one of my accomplishments feels magical.

  So don’t give up on your dreams, and when you make a wish blowing out the candles on your Birthday cake don’t just leave it be, if it doesn’t happen when you want it to then you know what you got to do.

  

  Click here if you’d wish to read my book… it would mean a lot to me.

  Right, I’m off for my chippy tea.

  Laters my dreamers

  

  Posted in lifestyle, Personal, Positive thinking, Positivity, words of wisdom | 3 Comments | Tagged advice, inspiration, life, lifestyle, Personal, Positivity, writing

• March – Currently Loving

  Posted at 12:40 pm by Holly, on March 27, 2018

  

  I actually can’t get over that its the end of March….this year is going so damn fast. You know this is one of my favourite types of posts to write – reflecting on the joyful things from the 3rd month.

    – So lets jump on in –

  

  BE MY BABY EU DE PARUM

  I only bought this on Friday but I already have fallen in love with it. Primark are smashing it with their fragrances. This was £8 for 100ml – such a summery/ romantic scent. Definitely a must for an everyday perfume. I think I am going to have to get an atomiser so i can have some in my bag as the bottle is rather large.

  BURLESQUE SOUNDTRACK

  This is a beaut of an album. Burlesque is one film I could watch time and time again, wishing I could dance like that. Cher and Christina are fab in it. The songs have quite a sensual beat. Different…but I like different. My favourite song has to be… The beautiful people.

  

  FEARNE COTTON

  I have mentioned Fearne on my blog a few times of late…only because I think she is an awesome human being. I love her outlook on a calm/reflective life. She has a pretty cool podcast out ‘Happy Place’ that never disappoints as she delves into the lives of some well-loved celebs. I follow her on Instagram too. Her stories on there are so relatable and that’s why I think I like her.

  

  This is new to me was never partial to a sausage (stop laughing) only a vegetarian one but for the last few times we have been out for a meal I have opted for a nice Cumberland one or two. Pair them with egg and chips and a dollop of mayo and it’s a real yummy dish. A bit unhealthy but everyone deserves a treat.

  

  SAMSUNG GALAXY S8

  I had been having some issues with my iPhone 6s for a while with the battery needing to be charged 3/4 times a day. I just had enough and found out how much was owing on my contract. It wasn’t a great deal so I upgraded to a Samsung and waved bye-bye to Apple. However, he is now more of a camera/iPod than a phone. The Samsung S8 is really fantastic I love the ease of it and the extras you can do on there and not on the iPhone. I obviously had to get it in pink cos that’s my colour.

  

  QUOTE OF THE MONTH

  This is such a simple quote but has a big meaning. I think that ordinary is boring and if you have something different to you than anyone else that’s what makes you extraordinary.

  I hope you all have had a good March

  Thanks for stopping by, til Next time…

  

  Posted in Beauty, lifestyle, Personal, Positivity, Quotes, words of wisdom | 0 Comments | Tagged favourites, food, inspiration, life, lifestyle, music, Personal, Quotes

• Being a blogger -Q and A

  Posted at 12:44 pm by Holly, on March 17, 2018

  

  It’s a blustery Saturday morning I thought let’s do a quick Q and A.

  So I have just come up with 10 questions about blogging –

  please feel free to copy and paste it on your blog

  Here goes……

  1. What is the meaning behind your blog name: My name is Holly and my nickname growing up was Holzie so I kind of wanted to include it and the loves part is because everything I do is from the heart
  2. What made you want to start blogging: I have always had a passion for writing since I could put pen to paper. I love how blogging can give you an outlet to talk about a range of subjects that all can relate to.
  3. What 3 apps do you use everytime you blog: I use Canva for my featured image, I use Moldiv for photo editing and OneNote for planning and note-taking.
  4. What posts do you enjoy writing the most: I love writing personal posts that are close to my heart. I think its great that there’s an outlet to do it – amen to WordPress.
  5. Where do you look for blogging inspiration: I have a few boards on Pinterest give me some inspiration. I look in magazines, watch documentaries, and when I am out and about. It’s surprising where inspiration will spring from.
  6. What are your pet peeves about blogging: I really hate the competitiveness of it, I think it would take the fun out it for me. The follow to unfollow on Instagram and Twitter. Like whats the point?
  7. What would be your dream whilst blogging: I would love for someone to read one of my blog posts and for it to have a huge impact on their life that they change it around for the better.
  8. Where do you go to write your blog posts: If I am able to get to my office then there. Generally, it’s on my bed late at night when an idea springs into my head and I get the laptop out quick.
  9. Who do you look up to in the blogging community: I look up to the brave ones who speak up about things that they needed the courage to write. It warms my soul.
  10. What is some advice you would give to a newbie blogger: Be yourself, write from within and be confident. You will help at least one person with your words so get writing.

  Thanks for reading….

  Much love and I’ll see you in my next post xxx

  

  Posted in blog, creativity, lifestyle, Personal, Positivity, words of wisdom, writing | 6 Comments | Tagged advice, blogging, inspiration, lifestyle, Personal, Positivity, writing

• Positivity for all the bloggers out there

  Posted at 12:13 am by Holly, on March 8, 2018

  

  Here’s a short video from me to you at just gone midnight.

  Lots of love and here’s to a Happy Thursday ❤️
  Posted in blog, Personal, Positive thinking, Positivity, words of wisdom, writing | 0 Comments | Tagged advice, blogging, inspiration, lifestyle, Personal, Positive thinking, Positivity

• 10 Podcasts you need to listen to

  Posted at 7:49 pm by Holly, on March 6, 2018

  

  I over the last year or so have really enjoyed clicking on that purple icon, yes the one that some people think is one of the useless apps on iPhones. I think it really needs to be given more credit.

  I usually turn to it at the end of the night when I need to wind down… it’s the time when I find I am a bit more alert. Sounds silly but it wouldn’t sink in first thing I’d still be in a zombie state.

  Anyways…. I have 10 on my list – a nice round number to suggest so here goes.

  1.  IS IT JUST ME

  This is Glamours podcast which includes one Celebrity on each episode. The topics they talk about absolutely allsorts nothing is ever off limits so if you don’t have an open mind don’t click. Its usually every Tuesday and today it’s Leona Lewis.

  2.  HAPPY PLACE

  This is Fearne Cottons new podcast that only launched yesterday (5th March). She is going to be talking to familiar faces /voices in this case and find out where their happy place is and what their happiness in life. It was a double bill of Dawn French and then an episode also with Tom Daly. You won’t want to miss your Monday fix of Fearne ever again. I am a big fan of hers anyway so this is just fab.

  3 .  THIS WEEK

  I have followed Sarah for ages on Youtube and I understand her surnames Rocksdale but on here she is under Sarah Ragsdale. She’s such an upbeat and positive person and it really comes across in her podcasts.  She shares things like how to unwind after a stressful day, a fresh start and forgiveness amongst loads of other topics. She uploads her episodes on a Tuesday so go subscribe and also check out her youtube channel too.

  4.  CTRL ALT DELETE

  You probably have seen Emma’s book online if not read it well she has a podcast too. I have only just recently just subscribed to her podcast and it looks like she used to do podcasts as far back as 2016 and is starting them back up again so I can’t say when her next one will be but her latest one was the end of February so keep your eyes peeled. They are full of discussions on things like failure, comparing yourself, not following a herd as shes put it.

  5.  PUT YOURSELF FIRST

  Kat Horrocks is an online entrepreneur who empowers women and really keeps you in a positive mindset the whole time you are listening to her. I discovered her last year on youtube and when she announced in December she was doing a podcast I thought awesome so she is now in my library to catch up on as she does two podcasts one on a Monday and one on a Friday.

  6.  FROM THE HEART

  Rachael better known as Yoga girl has had her podcast a whole year and I can’t believe I haven’t come across her sooner. Her podcasts are so inciteful as she reveals her take on the topic of the week and also has a guest in aswell to talk it through with. Its such an easy listening series and she uploads on a Friday. So if you are into more personal podcasts look no further.

  7.ON YOUR JOURNEY

  Jamie Michelle started her podcast journey just over a month ago. she talks about how to have your healthiest, happiest best life and isn’t that what we all want? The length of her podcasts are about 15-20 mins so perfect if you are one of those people that don’t want to listen to an hour-long one then Jamie is your girl. Monday is when you can catch a new episode.

  8.  THE ANXIETY PODCAST

  If like me you suffer from anxiety you would have looked on the web for all possibilities of coping mechanisms or cures. Tim Collins has nearly 3 years worth of episodes on his podcast of some tips on how to cope and manage your anxiety effectively. Whatever your anxiety dilemma there is an episode to help you. Make sure on a Wednesday you listen in and have a flick back at all his other available episodes.

  9.  THE LAVENDAIRE LIFESTYLE

  This is a personal growth and lifestyle design podcast so if you are looking to improve any aspect of your life then Aileens spanking new podcast which launched this Sunday just gone will hopefully be of some help. She has a really lovely softly spoken voice and I adore her on Youtube so I will keep my fingers crossed for her success here.

  10.  THE MINDFUL KIND

  I know not everyone understands mindfulness, but listening to one of Rachael Kables episodes on The Mindful Kind which are no longer than 10mins you will soon understand the concept of it,  and how it can help you in everyday life. Her last episode was talking about mindful studying, so all you students out there may benefit from that one. Catch her episodes every Thursday.

  Thanks for reading and I hope that you will maybe listen in to one of the podcasts mentioned.

  If you have any recommendations feel free to comment below.

  Til next time…

  

  Posted in Confidence, Health, lifestyle, mental health, Personal, Positivity, words of wisdom | 8 Comments | Tagged advice, creativity, Health, inspiration, lifestyle, music, Personal, podcast, Positivity

• Hello March

  Posted at 4:50 pm by Holly, on March 1, 2018

  

  

  Yay its the 1st of March today

  I know everyone has been saying their snowstorm hit a few days ago ours in the south hasn’t quite settled yet. Give it until the end of the day it will be a lovely blanket out there. I want a storm named after me, mind you it would be a mixture of sunshine for my happy times, showers for the emotional moments and thunder for when PMT hits.

  So I like to think that all the crap things that may have occurred in your February or even your January can now be put away and start this month a fresh. With fresh goals, adventures to go on, people to visit, dreams to conquer, the list is endless.

  The things I do want to do this month is:

  • To meet someone who for the past few weeks has been making me smile – I know his family so its not as if I will be meeting a complete stranger. He doesn’t mind that I am not in the best of health which is lovely that he accepts me as I am I just hope that something romantic becomes of it. He is 12 years older than me but I prefer someone a little older than me anyway.
  • I want to buy some bits for my bedroom as I hope in the next month to be back sleeping upstairs as we are having a stairlift put in. Bless my legs. So I am going to make sure my room is full of happy things so I look forward to coming up to it.
  • Start doing some more DIYs as I really like making things I see on Pinterest and give it a go myself. Think a trip to Hobbycraft or a spree online maybe in order. I’ll of course share with you my makings and step by step of how you can do it too.

  I hope you all have some things that you want to accomplish in March – if not get out your pen and paper and start planning.

  Stay wrapped up warm.

  Til next time…

  

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