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Trip to the beach

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Hello everyone! It's been a great afternoon so far, been doing a little shopping, hopefully heading off to the beach again soon! But right now we are resting up and waiting for the weather to cool down; I don't want to be getting burnt on the beach now! But before I head out, I thought that it would be fantastic to share my first trip to the beach here in France! If you want to have a little adventure have a little read down below! Enjoy! :)

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My experience: 

Fundamentally, this was the third day in France, which would have been the 7th August! Me and Chris were dying to go to the beach, especially me because I haven't been to one in over 10 years! As soon as I arrived I ran onto the sand within nano seconds! The feeling of the warm golden sand beneath my feet was heaven. I was in my happy place, I could taste the salt on my lips, the wind lifting my hair and diminishing the heat and being able to experience this with my loving boyfriend, Christopher. We were there for 3-4 hours at the VERY least, mostly we were laying in the sun side by side, chatting about how we would love to come here again; on top of the fact that we have nearly been together for a year. We had the perfect view, people watching became our thing, we would try and guess their life-stories and relate to them in some way shape and form. On the other hand, we just enjoyed each others company, we were rather soppy, people around us probably thought we were cringy.  In regards to the weather, it was lovely, it wasn't too hot or cold, it was perfect to put your toes in the sea, or more if you wanted to. As you can see in the picture above, me and Chris are very happy, he's my rainbow. 

Have I been ever since?

No. But I have been so busy on the family days out and getting to know everyone that we just haven't had time, but I'm hoping that today or tomorrow I will be able to. I really enjoyed heading to the beach, it's something that I have wanted to do for years; but due to personal issues I couldn't; meaning my anxiety. On the other hand, if I do go again I will tell you what happened, as well as what else I have done throughout the day. 

What could you do on the beach?

If  you are lucky enough to live near a beach, of if you are currently on holiday there are so many things you can do on the beach! One of them being, laying in the sun listening to music! There is nothing better than getting a healthy tan and listening to your favourite tunes; it takes you to another world and releases all the stress your containing. 

If you are not into that, you can always grab some healthy food, when I was at the peach I bought so much fruit with me; it signified summer and positivity, and I felt content eating it as I knew that it was great for my body and health. Or if  you want you can bring sporting equipment and play in the sea or on the sand, this is energetic and lots of fun! It's great to pass time and to get other people involved :).

This is the end of my blog post! Thank you for reading this and I hope you enjoyed this! I love telling you about my day and bringing you with me, I just wish you were here as well having fun! 

Anyhow, what have you been up to today? Or what do you want to talk about? Let me know on my social media or the comment section down below :). 

I will see you not tomorrow but the day after as it's my year anniversary with Christopher tomorrow, and yes I will be writing a blog post based on that :).  

Have a lovely day! Stay safe and stay tuned Little ones, I love you :) x x x

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Advice-traveling abroad for the first time

Traveling abroad for the first time nerves

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Good evening Little ones! How have you been today? I’ve been on land and sea for over 8 hours! I’m so happy to be in France at this very moment in time, it’s absolutely stunning, although it’s pitch black, from the scenery I’ve witnessed getting here was breathtaking. This was the first time in my entire life that I had visited another country, I can't wait to take you all along with me day by day. 

Any how, I was evidently extremely nervous, but I knew how to deal with it, so I thought that I would share my thoughts and feelings and tell you how to keep your nerves at bay. 

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Background information:

Fundamentally, as some of you may already know I suffer with anxiety and depression, and in some situations it draws them out more so. Especially if I have no idea where I am, or if I'm out of my comfort zone, me heading to France for the first time was VERY nerve-wreaking for me, but thanks to my new beautiful family they were there to support me. Something else which I thought would be best to tell you, is that I get travel sick ... Horrendously with cars, and now boats, as I discovered today. But all in all it was a successful journey, and I'm finally in another country! After 19 years of living, and I'm out of the UK!

Tips to calm your nerves:

• Surround yourself with family:
  If this is your first time abroad and you are nervous, make sure that you surround yourself with family or friends. This way they know that you are anxious about your current situation and they can make you feel at ease. This is exactly what I did today, they knew how I felt and they dealt with it extremely well, they are so understanding and supportive; and for that I love and thank them very much :).
  In addition to this, it will also pass the time quicker, the more time you spend with your family and friends, the faster the time goes! Plus it creates more memories and happy times. For example, when I was in the car earlier on today I will never forget me and Sam (boyfriends brother) dancing in the backseat, he;s ever so funny and knows how to calm me down and make me feel welcome.
• Listen to music:
  When I am traveling around London, I have become accustomed to have headphones with me at all times. When I start to feel anxious I pop them in and start listening to music, this way it takes my mind off the situation I am in. It also lowers my anxiety levels, as I can't hear the people around me, as they spread negativity most of the time, as they don't particularly like the underground either. By eliminating the negativity and stress, you are able to focus on yourself, and yourself only. If you can feel yourself slipping into a panic attack, you are able to take control of the situation and step back.
• Watch a film or read a book:
  I wish I could have done this today, I tried but because of being so travel sick one look at a book and I would have been sick all over the place. But if you don't have this issue go ahead and read/watch films to your hearts content! Your day will fly by and you will start to forget where you are completely, as you are taken away in your own world. Additionally, depending on how long the journey is you can watch as many films as you like, which will not only make you feel better; but you can discuss it with the family later on. 

This is the end of the blog post! Sorry that it was so short, but a little advice post doesn't hurt! Although tomorrow I have something exciting for you all! I will be showing you what I saw today and writing about how I felt at that moment in time! It should be up tomorrow afternoon, if not then night-time. Throughout this week I won't have many vegan recipes, but I will try as hard as I can. 

I love you all so very much! I hope you have had a lovely day, I will see you tomorrow! Sweet dreams, stay safe and stay tuned :) x x x

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Advice-The London Underground anxiety

Underground anxiety

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Good morning my lovely people! I'm up nice and early as per usual. Today I am heading back home, but instead of getting a lift I'm taking the train and then the London underground ... At 5pm. As you know that's CRAZY; and this fills me with MASSIVE anxiety. I thought that it would be helpful to share my thoughts, as you can relate; as well as, giving you ideas on how to deal with these situations.
If you think this will help you, or someone you know, give this a little read! I hope you enjoy the rest of your day, tell me what you have been up to :).

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Background information:

Some of you aren't aware, but I suffer with anxiety, it's been a huge factor of my life since I can remember. It's grown and developed into something ugly, I worry about silly things at time, and my common fears have grown out of proportion. Traveling being one of them. I have fears of people driving WAY too fast, planes crashing, being trapped in the underground. You name it and I have most likely thought about it and panicked at the same time.

The London Underground:

CHAOTIC! The London underground is commonly associated with: errors, overcrowding and ANXIETY! If you are claustrophobic, The London Underground probably isn't your thing, London in general is a very scary place; people swarming to and fro, having to follow the flow of people as there are too many going in one direction; getting stressed and frustrated with people that lack common sense. But the worst aspect of London would be the travel side of things, a popular one in general ... The Underground. The Underground for me is still a very overwhelming situation, I tend to try and walk everywhere (within reason); but when I can't I dread the other option. As soon as you enter the tunnel, you are faced with an ashy smell, as well as hundreds of people sweating. The overcrowding on the platform is terrifying! If you are at the front, you are facing the tracks ... If you fall, game over. Looking down and fearing for your life, the impatient people shoving you forward...So frustrating. Then you have to get on the train ... There's no point looking for a seat, finding space on the train is the main concern. If you are one of those "lucky" people, well done you have made it on. But you are forced to face armpits, faces, train doors. It's so uncomfortable to be so close to somebody you have't met, but you get used it. 

How to get over the underground/not panic as much:

• Get used to your surroundings:
  If you are put in a position where you have to use The Underground on a daily basis, you have to get used to the fact that you have to do this. Get used to how busy it gets, and come to terms with it. You know what to expect, and you will learn how to deal with it. On the other hand, if you know what time it gets hectic, go earlier. This is what I do, when I had to go to London on a daily basis, I went an hour earlier, yes I had less sleep; but I would rather this, than having a panic attack and slowing everyone down. 
• Listen to music:
  When I am traveling around London, I have become accustomed to have headphones with me at all times. When I start to feel anxious I pop them in and start listening to music, this way it takes my mind off the situation I am in. It also lowers my anxiety levels, as I can't hear the people around me, as they spread negativity most of the time, as they don't particularly like the underground either. By eliminating the negativity and stress, you are able to focus on yourself, and yourself only. If you can feel yourself slipping into a panic attack, you are able to take control of the situation and step back. 
• Bring someone you know:
  If you know someone that is going to London that day, or you know that a work colleague goes the same route as you; make them your travel companion. There is no better way to calm yourself down; by telling that person how you feel; releasing these thoughts and feelings are crucial, especially when caused with anxiety. In most cases the person that you are talking to will be able to relate, simply because no one enjoys the underground; who else would like being stuck under someones sweaty armpit? Not me. 

This is the end of the blog post! Thank you for reading this, I hope this helps in some way shape and form. I have JUST come back home! I have eaten food and finally had time to set up and rest. I'm really sorry that this took such a long time to post, I wrote this out this morning; but I needed good WiFi in order to post this! I hope you have had a lovely day! I will see you again tomorrow with a vegan recipe and another advice blog post! I love you all so very much! I can't wait to see you again tomorrow! Sleep tight my lovely people! 

Stay safe and stay tuned :) x x x 

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Going around London

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I went on a trip to London yesterday, and like always it's such an amazing experience, I love London and I wish to live there some day. I thought that I would document where I went by taking as many pictures as I possibly could. As you know London is a vert crowed place, so I'm lucky to have this many pictures in my blog post :).

If you want to know what I got up to in London, please have a little read below :).

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Where did I go?

When I go to London nowadays, I don't have a set plan in where go, I know London at the back of my hand. I like to explore and engage with people and the architecture around me. My first stop was Oxford Circus, simply because my boyfriend wanted me to see him on his lunch-break, he was doing a training course for 4 days, and this was his last day in London. After I saw Chris, I decided that I would look around Oxford and Regent street, I was hunting for new clothes for France, and also giveaway prices; which I did find! More details on the giveaway will be later on today this evening-I'm writing a separate blog post on that. 

I then thought that it would be interesting to explore China Town, I love the culture, I feel like I'm walking into another world, different aspects of London carry different atmospheres, people, culture, food etc. I can be in a world of opulence, and then sink into the nitty gritty of London; it's purely amazing and worth the experience. Evidently, I couldn't not go to London and not visit some of the famous land-sites, for example Trafalgar Square, Waterloo-(where Big Ben and London Eye is located); Camden etc. Also, when Chris had finished work, we took it upon ourselves to spend some quality time in the History Museum, I was dying to see the blue wale, which I did, and holy moly ... It's astonishing! Completely breathtaking, and it's free to go there?! How fantastic is that! If you want to go there on a first date, or go there for the day just to explore, go ahead; it's brilliant, I would highly recommend. 

When exploring London, I found out that I'm brave enough to head there and travel alone, I feel at home in London; despite the overcrowded streets; it's a beautiful place to be. 

Will I go again?
This was a stupid question to write, as the answer is HELL TO THE YES! I love London, I love how I can go from one place to the other, it's an endless and enchanting experience. There are so many places to explore you can't do it in one day! Also, when I next go I'm sure to bring a group of friends, hopefully it'll be Chris, Levi, Jeyda and I. It's so much more fun to explore London, when you have your favourite people with you, and besides you can cover more ground; unless you find a nearby pub and get distracted; which is more than likely to happen when I have my University crew with me :').

What would I do differently?
As explained previously, I would bring my friends, I don't not like going on my own, in some aspects it better than being with people; as you can go to the places you want to, and you can enjoy the atmosphere for yourself. But, I enjoy the company of my friends, I want them to feel joyful and content with me; being surrounded by positivity only makes the experience better. On the other hand, I think I would also go deeper into London, I've always explored central London, I haven't gone any deeper than that, So I would definitely dive deeper and explore :). 

Would I vlog next time?

In regards to vlogging next time, I think I would or at least try to. Watching videos always makes it more personal, and having the person talk you through what's happening makes it a better experience. It might take me a while to get use to, but when I do I will post the videos on my blog :). 

Thank you for coming on this journey with me, I hope you enjoyed it as much as I did! If you want me to do more of these blog posts do let me know, simply because I want to share my time next month when I'm heading to France; and I might even vlog my time being there; except on my year anniversary with Chris :). 

I love you all so very much, and I will see you later on today with a detailed post on my blog giveaway :) 

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How to plan a holiday 

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Good morning lovely people! How are you doing today? I've had a good old breakfast, and I' planning on posting three blog posts! Today is going to be a very productive and busy day for me; but I love a challenge! What are you guys up to today? Please let me know by commenting down below, or talking on my social media platforms! They are listed above and below this blog post!

I am heading to France with my boyfriend and his family in August, it's the first time I have ever been abroad! I know! I'm a very anxious bean, but this year I am fighting my fears and heading to France!
I thought that I would write this blog post to help people how to plan a holiday; as I've been planning mad for the last few months!
If you need help or advice on how to do this, have a little read below and enjoy!

P.S: if you are going on holiday, please tell me where you are going! I hope you have a lovely time!:D 

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Buy a planning book:

I bought this from John Lewis, but it can also be found on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1908170085/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ss_2?pf_rd_p=569136327&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=0749556722&pf_rd_m=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&pf_rd_r=57VPQE7SM4SGKZQJHRBX
There are other planning books out there, you don't need to buy this exact one. It retails for £9.99.

When I found out that I was actually leaving the country for the first time in my life, I was so excited, but extremely nervous! I have NEVER been outside the UK. To stop my anxiety holding me back once more I decided to take matters into my own hands and buy a planning book. This enabled me to write down everything I needed to know. For example, within this book it has several sections which are essential when planning a holiday. 

Without this handy contraption, I don't think I would be leaving the country, I would be too nervous to remember the necessities at the top of my head. Having something organised to write everything down means I can look back on notes, any last minute adjustments can be made; and I can also record my encounters in another country. 

Within this book there are several sections, for example:

• Check list, 
• recommended websites to use;
• where to go; 
• where to stay; 
• what places you want to visit; 
• how you are going to get there 

This is a planners dream book! I fell in love with it as soon as I saw it! It changed my life as it didn't make me anxious, it took away my nerves of traveling to a different place. I highly recommend a planning book when you are going on holiday! I can't stress this enough! 

Ask yourself questions:

When planning a holiday, you need to ask yourself the important questions, if you can't answer these questions clearly, then you need to plan further.
Ask yourself:

• Where do you want to go?
  Where have you always wanted to go? Make your dream a reality. Where in this world has always grabbed your attention? Is it the culture? The atmosphere? The food? Architecture? Whatever you are interested in go and make it possible! I know that I have always wanted to go to Rome, and I am hoping that I will going this time next year. my passion for Italian food is unreal! Pasta is my weakness, as well as architecture. I love buildings, the way they have changed over the years due to war, weather and people. Neat and modern buildings don't interest me, I love imperfections and cracking within the bricks. I want to explore Rome, not just for the beauty,but for the adventure and fulfillment I will get out of it. 
• What is the budget?
  How much can you afford? This means that you need to plan, how long you are going to stay, where you are going to go when you get there, and what are you going to buy? I know for a fact when I go to France, I want to purchase little trinkets that remind me of where I have been; I want to make my memory realistic. You need to make sure that you know how much you are going to spend on the holiday, as well as getting there.
  To make this dream reality, you need to make sure that you stay within your budget, and don't go over the top. 
• Where are you going to stay?
  Have you looked at hotels, hostels, B&B's? What do you want to get out of the holiday, where do you want to stay during your experience? This question will be answered differently depending on what you want, and what experience you want. For example, if you want to head on an adventure and live is rough, I would say head to a hostel. They are inexpensive, and you get to meet various characters along the way. On the other hand, do you find hotels satisfying, do you want to live a world of luxury? Are you at home with bathrobes and private rooms? Bu then again, it depends on where you want to go as well. 
• How are you going to get there?
  When going on holiday, you need to make sure that you know how to get there. What way do you like to travel? Or what way is easier and less stressful for you? I know that I have a fear of flying, I have never been on a plane, and I don't think I've brave enough to do it this year. I know that the way I am heading to France is car and boat. This is the way Chris's family always does it; (my boyfriend). I find this completely perfect, I love car journeys, despite getting really sick, but after the nausea  has faded, I can sleep for hours on end.
  As long as you know how you are going to get there and back, then that's pretty much the majority of your planning sorted. 
• What do you need to bring?
  Depending on where you are going, varies on what you need to bring. For example, are you heading to Dubai? If so, do you have sun-cream? Do you have the correct clothing? Do you have the right money currency? etc.
  I know that when I head to France I need clothes that are appropriate for the British weather; you guys know what I'm talking about! Hot one minute, then cold the next!

I know that within the next few weeks I will be showing you how to pack a suit case, what you need in your suitcase, and what not to forget! As the weeks role by, I will be keeping you up to date on what I am buying for France, as well as planning.
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Thank you for taking your time to read this! I hope you have a lovely day, and I will see you again later on today! I love you lots, stay tuned Little ones :D <3

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