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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how to unwind on a Sunday night for a great start to the week

Lifestyle · January 22, 2021

How to Unwind on a Sunday Night

Does Sunday night cause you anxiety and are wondering how to unwind on a Sunday night for a great start to the week? I know it can be pretty daunting when you are overwhelmed with work, deadlines are coming due…

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5 items every woman should have in their closet

Fashion · January 21, 2021

5 Items every Woman should have in their Closet

As a shopaholic who is busy decluttering her clothing, I thought I share 5 items every woman should have in their closet because, why not. It is important to have items that you can utilise all year round that are…

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how to maintain strong friendships as an adult

Lifestyle · January 20, 2021

How to maintain strong friendships as an adult

As we grow older, we start to value our friendships more but how does one maintain strong friendships as an adult. When I was in college and university, I think I had over 100+ ‘friends’ who now I think where…

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top 10 ways to save money

Money · January 19, 2021

Top 10 Ways to Save Money | Money Tips

When it comes to saving money, I am all about learning from others and I am sharing the top 10 ways to save money that fellow content creators have shared with me. Talking about money is still a taboo in…

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healthy habits to practice now to be healthier

Lifestyle · January 18, 2021

Healthy Habits to Practice Now to be Healthier

Healthy people know it takes little habits performed daily to incur big changes over time and this is why I am sharing healthy habits to practice now to be healthier. The National Health Service (NHS) recommends 30 minutes of moderate…

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essential winter safety driving tips

Lifestyle · January 15, 2021

Essential Winter Driving Safety Tips for New Drivers

As our snow filled roads continue to be a hazard, it’s imperative that I share the essential winter driving safety tips especially for the new drivers. Although I have been driving for a number of years now, whenever the weather…

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which debt repayment method is better avalanche or snowball

Money · January 14, 2021

Which Debt Repayment Method is Better Avalanche or Snowball?

When it comes to paying off debt, people often wonder, which debt repayment method is better avalanche or snowball? Whether you know them by there names or not, these two methods are the most popular methodologies someone in debt can…

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winter haircare tips

Beauty · January 13, 2021

Winter Haircare Tips for Strong, Healthy, & Shiny Tresses

As the winter months continue ferociously, I thought it made sense to share winter haircare tips for strong, healthy, & shiny tresses. When it comes to hair maintenance, I am known within my family and circle of friends as someone…

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simple winter skincare rules to put into practice now

Beauty · January 13, 2021

Simple Winter Skincare Rules to Put into Practice Now

Dry skin, chapped lips? Yep, winter, the season we love to hate but don’t worry we have compiled 5 simple winter skincare rules to put into practice now. Every new season is an opportunity to adapt your skincare routine to…

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the 5 best things to do in Cancun

Central America · January 12, 2021

The 5 Best Things To do in Cancun

‘Just because we can’t travel doesn’t mean we can’t dream‘ has become the new motto around here and today I am excited to share the 5 best things to do in Cancun. The Caribbean is one place I am yet…

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simple exercises you can do at home

Lifestyle · January 12, 2021

Simple Exercises You Can Do At Home

Baby, it’s cold outside, so how about a few simple exercises you can do at home without getting frostbite? With the gyms still closed across the country and people busy setting ‘unrealistic’ weight-loss goals, I thought I share some of…

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how to create hygge in the bathroom

Home · January 11, 2021

How to Create Hygge in the Bathroom

Hygge is centred around warmth and cosiness so how does one create Hygge in the bathroom? A lot of us are spending a lot of time indoors and it makes sense to update your home to make it more cosy…

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