Minimalism Mantras

One, or rather two, things I'm striving for in life is minimalism and simplicity. There's just something about that lifestyle that speaks to me and I'm forever making steps towards that way of living. Today, I want to share with you the quotes and mantras that keep me inspired and motivated. 

BIg, Black, Empty Nothing

Recently I watched the Netflix original of Scream, the TV series. I'm going to try and keep this as spoiler-free as possible but, in one episode, a character gets drunk and makes a speech. There was one thing in particular that she said that really resonated with me. 

Caravan Life | Part Two

Last weekend was once again spent in Mum and Dave's lovely new caravan! Once again, it was bloody cold. Although not quite as cold as last time, thankfully. 

Caravan Life | A Weekend Away

I finally had a much needed getaway a couple of weekends ago. I'd been needing a break for a long time, so the fact that Mum has recently bought a caravan come in quite handy! In a recent post, I spoke about how Mum was moving out. She bought a caravan on a holiday park (with the intention of us moving in too) and thought it would be nice for all of us to spend the weekend there. 

Getting Some Answers | The Lead Up To My Hysterectomy

As you're probably aware, my birth story is a traumatic one. If you're not aware, you can read all about it here, which I highly recommend doing. You all caught up? Okay, good. Back in October, I finally got the chance to go through my notes and get some answers.

Hello March

Wow, March already. I know February is the shortest month of the year but that absolutely flew by! It was a bit of a mental month too. In my latest blog post I spoke about how stressed I'd been feeling during February, but I've taken some time to get my thoughts together, work on a plan and I'm feeling good again. 

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Stressed & Struggling

I really thought my next blog post would a happy, looking-forward-to-March one but I have been so stressed lately. I know I'm always stressed but my head has literally been buzzing for days because of it. I feel like life is constantly throwing me curve balls and nothing ever seems to go right. Nothing is easy for me. I never feel confident in any decisions, and then when I finally make one, something comes along to fuck it up. I just don't know what to do for the best.

The Plan for February

Wow, January seemed to last forever and yet February still snuck up on me! I feel like I've had a million things to do in the last couple of days and yet achieved nothing. But it's time to get my shit together and achieve my goals this month. 

Charlies 6 Month Update

I can't believe it's been another three months since Charlie's last update; I swear I was only writing it last week!

An Open Letter | Dear Dad

Dear Dad, 

It's been two whole years since we said goodbye and it still hurts. I feel like I don't think about you as much as I should, but at the same time you're always in the back of my mind. Having a photo of you in my bedroom helps, it's like you're still here in a way. 

100 Truths About Me

Last month the lovely Ross at ManVsAdulthood tagged me in the '100 Truths About Me' Tag - yikes! Get a cuppa and a comfy seat guys, it's going to be a long one...