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Merry Christmas

25th December 2015
Merry Christmas Everyone!
I hope you all have a wonderful day spent doing whatever makes you the happiest.
I’m taking a break from the blog until the new year now as I have plans to spend as much time with family, both my own and Ben’s over the next several days and take a complete break from all things work related.

I’ll be back in 2016 with some new (and hopefully exciting) content as well as plenty of fresh starts and new adventures.

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Life Lately: Instapost

23rd December 2015
It’s been a little while since my last instagram post as to be honest not a lot has happened since November. Actually I lie, a lot has happened and I’ve been pretty busy but it hasn’t been anything that makes for a pretty picture.
Anyway, here’s a mix-up of happenings from November and December…for more make sure you’re following me on instagram and watch this space for a festive season and new year round up soon.
Hover over the photos for it’s caption and give it a click to view full sized.
Games night the cat lady way
Mae can’t wait for her catnip to grow
The most amazing scented candle from New Look
Growling at builders
Festive feasting on these Christmas tree crumpets
I’m not usually a fan of low fat yoghurts but this one is pretty good
Garlic mushroom pasta bake is a new favourite dinner for Ben and I
New Joules dressing gown
Sleeping beauty
Christmas Cups! Costa won the battle for me this year
Addicted.
Nandos dates with my bestest best friend
Staring at my future.
See previous. I just love this cheeky chap cup
Mini Christmas tree for Ben’s flat which can’t fit anything bigger.
All dolled up for work’s Christmas party
Christmas treats from Boomf!
A bit of motivation to myself
Advent calendars his ‘n hers style
Dinner at Jamie’s Italian, this was AMAZING
Makeup haulin’
One happy cat
A Christmas treat from Essence
Snuggles with my girl
Gingerbread cupcakes for work
Leave your latest round-ups below, I love checking out what people have been up to!

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The Cosy One

16th December 2015
It’s finally got properly cold around these parts and I’m relishing the excuse to put on the cosiest outfit I can find. I’m not a fan of feeling chilly so stocking my wardrobe with some really warm jumpers in an absolute must and I have recently added to my collection in the form of the snuggliest jumper I have ever owned.

Jumper: H&M (get it here) | Trousers: H&M | Boots c/o Long Tall Sally

H&M has been one of my top high-street shops this year and their Christmas campaign sealed the deal. There were so many pieces in there (at amazing prices I might add) that screamed “buy me” but with the budget to pick just one it had to be this jacquard print polo neck jumper that is honestly just like wearing a blanket. Because it’s quite a voluminous piece I’ve been tending to pair it with skinny trousers but I do think it would look good with a pencil skirt too, something to play on the proportions.

This has to be one of my purchases of the season, I feel ready to take on any cold snap that mother nature plans to throw at us….

What are your favourite pieces for keeping snug in the cold weather and who have been your high-street hero stores in 2015?

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A Great Night in with Plusnet and BFI

14th December 2015
Call me boring if you like but I hands down prefer a cosy night in to a drunken (or indeed sober) night out on the town, especially in Winter. Give me a fluffy blanket, a mug of hot chocolate, some good company and a girly romantic film and I’m at my happiest…really, is there anything better when it’s pouring with rain and blowing a gale?

Plusnet have recently partnered up with the British Film Industry (BFI) to celebrate their blockbuster “Love” season which will see classic romance films showing in cinemas over the country. To celebrate this they sent out some boxes to bloggers containing everything you could need for the perfect night in.

I think a big part of any night in is a pamper session whether you have company or are enjoying some rare downtime alone. Casablanca is an absolute classic and a total must see- the tissues and eye mask were very much required though (but then I do cry at almost everything!) I think the popcorn was intended to be shared but being the popcorn hoover that I am it didn’t get that far, in fact it didn’t even make it in to a bowl, oops!
What are your girly night in essentials and your favourite romantic movies? If I had to make a list then my top five would be:

Love Actually- who can resist it?

Notting Hill- I went through a phase of being obsessed with watching this!

One Day- I cried so much at this one

Atonement- I loved the book by Ian McEwan and thought the film adaptation was great

Casablanca- there’s a reason it’s stood the test of time

Do you agree or disagree with my picks (oh and what’s your must-have movie snack?)

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A Flamingo Gifts Christmas

04th December 2015
With only three weeks until the big day (yes, really!) I am finally coming to the end of my gift-guide type posts and starting to wind things down so I don’t completely run out of enthusiasm before December 25th rolls around. It wouldn’t be Christmas on the blog without featuring one of my favourite gift shops and some of their fabulous present ideas though…
My friends at Flamingo Gifts recently sent over a parcel of brilliant gifting solutions for even the most awkward to buy for person. Nestled in among the treats was perhaps THE most perfect item for aspiring cat ladies everywhere and something I just needed to have in my life. The Crazy Cat Lady action figure (£14.99) has rapidly become one of my favourite possessions, it makes me feel like I’m looking at my future and would make a fun and novel gift for the feline fanatic in your life.

I’m always looking out for ways to show my best friends how much they mean to me and this cushion by Sass and Belle says it how it is. This actually didn’t make it in to December before being given away to my very best friend ever, hopefully it will serve as a constant reminder of how special she is.

I thought this funky squirrel planter is such a fun piece and would make the ideal present for so many of my friends as we all grow up and start buying homes and settling down. I’m not known for my talent looking after plants but with it’s self watering feature I think even I can nurture something lush and green with this…watch this space!

Last but by no means least there was a practically perfect mug which at under a tenner would make a great secret santa gift for anyone who thinks of themselves as perfection personified. This found a new home with my Grandad, who is by anyone’s standards pretty perfect but would equally be ideal for a teenager or work colleague.

As ever Flamingo Gifts have really impressed me with their great selection of gifts and regular new arrivals. It’s a one stop shop for all of your present buying needs whether you still need something quirky for your Dad or fancy a little treat for yourself.

Has anything caught your eye and how is your Christmas shopping coming along?

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