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. 

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🖤🖤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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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. 📍

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Lifestyle · November 16, 2017

Life is about pretty little moments

Life is about pretty little moments, no truer statement has ever been made than this one. I am all about enjoying the little moments in life and pretty little moments are even more special. It’s easy to get carried away with the hassle of daily life that we fail to enjoy the little moments. Of late I have made it my mission to enjoy the pretty little moments in my life. I started the local adventures series where I share local travels. Those who know me know how much I love to travel whenever I get the chance. This is one way I am enjoying life’s pretty little moments. Here are a few other ways I am embracing the pretty little moments life has given me.

Pretty little moments

Breakfast date with my sister 

On our recent local adventures to Waddesdon Manor we made a point of enjoying some breakfast. We ordered the full English and it was the moment delicious meal of the day for sure. It was made perfect because we shared it together as sisters and took our time. Regular readers of A July Dreamer know my sister is a regular feature and we often review restaurants and events together.

New Sexy nightwear from Hunkemöller 

I was recently sent a beautiful nightwear set from Hunkemöller and honestly I am in love. For me nightwear is just as important to have as a comfy mattress and beddings. Of late I hadn’t invested in a good pair so was honoured to have a chance to check out Hunkemöller’s clothing. What I am loving is how soft the material is and flexible in how it stretches. The colour is perfect and the lace on the top part of the top is absolutely adorable.

pretty little moments

Snacking on healthy treats 

I am someone who loves to snack on something constantly and unfortunately it’s not always healthy. Recently I was sent 4 Bear Nibbles called CLAWS which are 100% fruit and veg shapes with no added nonsense. I tried; Mango & Carrot, strawberry & butternut, blackcurrant & beetroot and apple, pear & pumpkin. Bear Nibbles offer ‘whole pure fruit and beg healthy snack low in natural sugars and never from concentrates’. If you think about these snacks in raw form you probably wouldn’t eat all but dried, they are delicious. Because of how healthy they are we are including them in my nephew’s snack box for school and mine for work.

Purchasing cute stationery 

Would you agree with the statement that “you can never have too much stationery”, because I do. I have lost count of how much I have both in my own home and my parents house, am addicted to cute stationery. On our recent local adventures to Waddesdon Manor we found some cute items especially this notebook with my favourite affirmation. I can and I will, powerful words to live by and use faithfully. Another I saw but did not buy was ‘made to last‘, I love such affirmations.

There are so many pretty little things in life that we take for granted like a nice cup of coffee. Or something as simple as social media detox and being in the moment.

Disclaimer: Some products mentioned were sent to me for inclusion in a post, all opinions shared are my own.

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Comments

  1. Out of Depth Dad says

    November 22, 2017 at 10:20 am

    Treating yourself is so important – otherwise it’s so easy to get caught up with the drudgery of day to day life. Some great tips here! Thanks for sharing.

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  2. MrsS says

    November 20, 2017 at 9:17 pm

    you are absolutely right, it is so important to enjoy the small and simple things in life!

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  3. Stephanie says

    November 20, 2017 at 9:16 pm

    That nightwear set is stunning, so pretty

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  4. Hidden Beau-T Blog says

    November 20, 2017 at 8:39 pm

    I love purchasing cute stationary for my office its the little things:)

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  5. Kara says

    November 18, 2017 at 5:22 pm

    I have just thrown out all my old nightwear but haven’t yet found some gorgeous new ones. Will have a look at their website

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  6. Deb Sharratt says

    November 18, 2017 at 11:43 am

    It’s often the simple things that are the best.

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  7. My Money Cottage says

    November 18, 2017 at 8:34 am

    We should all take the time to enjoy the little things in life, it’s so easy to get caught up in all the jobs!

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  8. Holly H says

    November 17, 2017 at 8:46 am

    Ah, you’ve got take the time to really enjoy the little things! That nightwear looks gorgeous, and I’m never one to turn down a Full English!

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  9. leona says

    November 16, 2017 at 8:32 pm

    Ive never heard of them before but will have to check them out

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  10. Emma - Our Fairytale Adventure says

    November 16, 2017 at 7:47 pm

    I’ve never heard of this brand before, but that nightwear looks lovely! I’ll have to check them out.

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  11. Nadia/Scandi Mummy says

    November 16, 2017 at 6:16 pm

    So true! How gorgeous is that night dress? Will check them out x

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  12. Laura Dove says

    November 16, 2017 at 3:51 pm

    Ahh I totally agree! These are lovely moments, that nightwear is beautiful!

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  13. Joanna says

    November 16, 2017 at 2:17 pm

    I love the idea of reminding ourselves about the little things in life that are just as good as the big things.

    Reply
  14. Zen BabyTravel says

    November 16, 2017 at 11:06 am

    Agreed and so often we forget to cherish them! Thanks for the reminder 😉

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