As I enter the final year of my 30s, I thought I s As I enter the final year of my 30s, I thought I share with you some pictures of mine at 9 months, 9 years, 19 years, 29 years  to today 39 years old of age. Looking back at each decade, I feel both ‘older’ and ‘younger’, I see the change in my features, the change in my way of life, the change in my personality and the experience itched on my face. I am grateful for the life I have lived thus far and excited for the life I am yet to live. 
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2026 - 39, (Home, England), I am ready for this final year before my 40s but also ready for this next decade. 
2016 - 29, (Oslo, Norway), this decade was about self discovery and building the life I dreamt about. The life that I am super proud of and truly grateful to be living. This decade, I built my financial life and in later years choose to heal from the trauma gained in the last decade and now I feel well equipped for the future. 
2006 - 19, (Glasgow, Scotland), I thought I was grown (look at the cheekbones 🤣🤣) and ready for the world, chiiiild was I wrong, let’s just say, I am still resolving the trauma the decade brought me but I am grateful because I met my best friends and made decisions for the future I wanted to have. (Spoiler alert - I did better than I dreamed). 
1996 - 9, (Home, Zambia) this was my birthday but my little sister insisted she had to be the one in the middle. The only way we knew whose birthday it was, was by standing in the middle but this year I remember baby sister crying her eyes out and refusing 🤨
1988 - 9 months, (Chililabombwe, Zambia) although my mother looks tired and traumatised😟, I know I was loved and happy. 
#happybirthday #happybirthday❤️ #newera #39
Attended #ascotraces for the second year running a Attended #ascotraces for the second year running and I am glad to have experienced the ‘Village enclosure’ this year, whilst I loved ‘Windsor enclosure’ last year, it’s not for me. Next year, I want Queen Anne’s enclosure. 💕 #girlsdayout #girlslikeus #ascotfashion
How I missed you my love 🥰🥰🥰 #hertripsabroad #bla How I missed you my love 🥰🥰🥰

#hertripsabroad #blackgirlstraveltoo #maldives #neverstopexploring #welltravelled
Tried being a #touristforaday and we chose #london Tried being a #touristforaday and we chose #london because why not. My feet still hurt from the thought of how much walking we did, the fact that we walked from #bigben to #buckinghampalace is still fresh on my mind. 

#neverstopexploring
🖤🖤MARCH PHOTO/VIDEO DUMP🖤🖤 So much happened and 🖤🖤MARCH PHOTO/VIDEO DUMP🖤🖤 

So much happened and yet I can’t find the words.
It has been an amazing week here, definitely recom It has been an amazing week here, definitely recommend @iberostar in Agadir. 
#neverstopexploring #wanderlust #welltravelled #lifeofadventure #hertripsabroad
I spent a week in #dohaqatar and had the most rela I spent a week in #dohaqatar and had the most relaxing and fulfilling time of my life. Sometimes taking it slow and living in the moment is what the soul needs. 🥰🥰🥰
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 #hertripsabroad #solotravel #solotravelingisfun 
#blackgirlstraveltoo
I had such an amazing week in Doha, Qatar after no I had such an amazing week in Doha, Qatar after not visiting for almost 8years. 📍

#qatar #doha #qatarphotoinstagram  #solo travel #travelbug bestvacations igtravel travelpic travelblog beautifuldestinations tlpicks instatravel roamtheplanet traveldeeper travelgram travelinspo wanderlust instapassport exploretheworld travelpics travelmore passionpassport travelawesome lonelyplanet travelblogger travelphotography traveltheworld worldtraveler
Happy New Year, happy 2026 #firstpicture of the ye Happy New Year, happy 2026 #firstpicture of the year.
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Sponsor Roundup · December 3, 2014

{Blogger Tools} GripTight GorillaPod Stand Review

Gorilla grip 1When I started blogging I was not too much concerned with my blog pictures or how I was going to take them in general. I was interested in just writing my post end of, until after reading other blogger’s posts on the importance of having pictures in the post (good quality pictures) and I will not claim to have achieved that but working on it. Almost all the bloggers I have the pleasure of meeting or talking to or even just following seems to have the latest big camera’s for their blogs (Nikon mostly) which is nice investment but unfortunately I am not one of them. If you skim through my blog you will find that almost 3/4 of my pictures were taken using my iphone. I do have a simple but good enough camera I was given for christmas last year and I love it but usually forget it when I am out and about.

Gorilla grip 2When the opportunity with giffgaff arose to test out the GripTight GorillaPod Stand I was all over it as I use my phone to take pictures and/or make videos a lot so this stand would come in very handy for me. I used to have a stand I purchased I think from eBay worst mistake ever, it was so unstable and so flimsy. Every time I would stand my camera on it the stand would shake and because my camera lens was almost heavier than the stand it always tipped my lens down which was not cool when filming or even taking a picture. The GripTight GorillaPod Stand is so much more stable and it’s actually quite stylish, though it’s intended for smart phones I used it with my camera and it still held and was very stable and there was no risk of my camera lens facing downwards or worse falling.

Gorilla pod 3The flexibility of the GripTight GorillaPod Stand makes this the idea stand to have and you do not need to limit yourself to what and how you can use it. Visit Joby to see how many ways you can use this product, I recommend this product to anyone looking for a flexible stand which is adjustable and fits all best selling smartphones, easy to set-up and disassembles without hassle as well as small enough to be carried everywhere without any trouble.

Do you use your phone to take pictures? If you have a ‘good enough’ camera, do you use aids like tripod stands to help with filming or even just taking pictures?

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Disclosure: I was sent this product by giffgaff for free in order to facilitate this review, no other forms of compensation were given regardless I only recommend products I am happy to use and/or would use regardless.
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Comments

  1. Mommy Pehpot says

    December 10, 2014 at 8:20 am

    For those who love taking videos, this gadget is best for them! Such a good gift for my friends!

    Reply
    • Mia Myrabev says

      December 16, 2014 at 9:04 pm

      Absolutely, thanks

  2. Erin Kennedy says

    December 6, 2014 at 4:11 am

    A stand for my iPhone? i never knew about this! Such a great idea for filming!

    Reply
    • Mia Myrabev says

      December 6, 2014 at 9:13 am

      Yes and other similar sized smart phones and or camera

  3. Dawn says

    December 5, 2014 at 4:32 am

    My daughter has started filming videos for the blog. I’m sure she would find this quite handy!

    Reply
    • Mia Myrabev says

      December 5, 2014 at 6:11 am

      Definitely handy

  4. Natalie H. says

    December 4, 2014 at 9:04 pm

    I need one of these, it would be perfect for broadcasting and skyping with friends, beats propping it up against something silly.

    Reply
    • Mia Myrabev says

      December 5, 2014 at 6:11 am

      Absolutely it’s perfect

  5. RattlesandHeels says

    December 4, 2014 at 5:57 pm

    Oh, this is fabulous! I need one of these.

    Reply
    • Mia Myrabev says

      December 5, 2014 at 6:11 am

      It’s amazing

  6. Tamika says

    December 4, 2014 at 4:56 pm

    I just upgraded my phone and the picture is amazing. Now, I have to get a stand, just like this. Thanks for the review and now, off to take amazing photo.

    Reply
    • Mia Myrabev says

      December 5, 2014 at 6:10 am

      You welcome, check out Joby and see what you fancy

  7. HilLesha O'Nan says

    December 4, 2014 at 8:26 am

    I rarely use my phone to take pictures, but then again, it doesn’t take the best of quality of pictures. Hopefully, I’ll get a new one that does sometime, though!

    Reply
    • Mia Myrabev says

      December 4, 2014 at 10:45 am

      I am fortunate my iPhone takes amazing pictures

  8. Eileen says

    December 4, 2014 at 4:37 am

    I have the gorilla pod too, mine doesn’t hold my phone though, but I’d love to get the attachment for it too. It’s so handy for taking pics!

    Reply
    • Mia Myrabev says

      December 4, 2014 at 10:43 am

      You should check out joby they have amazing options and I think they sell the attachment separately

  9. LIz Mays says

    December 4, 2014 at 12:43 am

    I have a gorilla pod but not one that holds my camera. This is a great stocking stuffer!

    Reply
    • Mia Myrabev says

      December 4, 2014 at 10:42 am

      I like this one more because of the tight grip

  10. Vidya Sudarsan says

    December 4, 2014 at 12:38 am

    A nice tripod! Will be perfect for selfies too!

    Reply
    • Mia Myrabev says

      December 4, 2014 at 10:42 am

      I can testify to that too lol

  11. CourtneyLynne Storms says

    December 4, 2014 at 12:05 am

    Omg I have one of those camera stands and absolutely love it!!! Best thing ever!!

    Reply
    • Mia Myrabev says

      December 4, 2014 at 10:42 am

      Glad to hear it hun, they are awesome

  12. thejoyfulfoodie says

    December 3, 2014 at 8:32 pm

    I have several friends who own Gorillapods and love them. That grip looks really versatile!

    Reply
    • Mia Myrabev says

      December 4, 2014 at 10:40 am

      Glad to hear that and thanks

  13. Echo (The Mad Mommy) says

    December 3, 2014 at 7:50 pm

    What an interesting idea for a product! Could be great for taking family photos!

    Reply
    • Mia Myrabev says

      December 4, 2014 at 10:40 am

      And I can testify to its effectiveness

  14. michele d says

    December 3, 2014 at 7:50 pm

    Wow! That is one cool gadget! My son would love something like that for Christmas. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Mia Myrabev says

      December 4, 2014 at 10:40 am

      Anytime Michele, I love this little gadet

  15. Vicki W says

    December 3, 2014 at 2:20 pm

    What a very cool gadget! I always use my phone to take my pictures because I seem to never have my camera with me when I need it! It definitely looks sturdy!

    Reply
    • Mia Myrabev says

      December 3, 2014 at 2:28 pm

      I am the same and so I am happy with my grip stand which I am now carrying in my bag all the time

  16. Terri Ramsey Beavers says

    December 3, 2014 at 1:40 pm

    I’m not cool because I don’t have my own griptight gorillapod stand. Easily changeable though. It’s the cuteset little thing I’ve seen in awhile.

    Reply
    • Mia Myrabev says

      December 3, 2014 at 2:28 pm

      hahahaha am sure you are cool enough

  17. Shanéy Vijendranath says

    December 3, 2014 at 10:51 am

    This is so cool, I always thought it was pointless but now I understand the product better.

    Reply
    • Mia Myrabev says

      December 3, 2014 at 2:27 pm

      Glad to have explained it better

  18. Ellie says

    December 3, 2014 at 10:01 am

    I definitely take photos with my phone now and again because my camera is bulky and it’s just so much easier. This product does look really great!

    Reply
    • Mia Myrabev says

      December 3, 2014 at 2:27 pm

      I think with the phones it’s just more convenient hence why I usually use them than carrying bulky cameras

  19. Tracy @ Ascending Butterfly says

    December 3, 2014 at 9:18 am

    That’s perfect for trying to get a portrait style shot so you can keep the shot steady and get a perfect picture! 🙂

    Reply
    • Mia Myrabev says

      December 3, 2014 at 9:25 am

      Absolutely, I love this little pod stand especially the stability and flexibility of it

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