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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Things to do in Los Angeles

North America · July 8, 2019

Things To Do In Los Angeles |City Guide

Are you visiting California soon and thinking about things to do in Los Angeles? Well then, you have come to the right place, my recent visit fulfilled my childhood dream of visiting a place I only saw in movies. I…

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Things to do on your birthday alone

Lifestyle · July 7, 2019

8 Simple Things To Do on Your Birthday Alone

Is your birthday coming up? Are you in need of ideas of things to do on your birthday alone? Well, look no further, I have rounded a few ideas that I have personally done when spending time alone on my…

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No.1 Ship Street Brasserie

Food+Restaurant · July 5, 2019

No.1 Ship Street Brasserie | Lunch Date

Have you ever visited a restaurant that left such an amazing impression on you that you can actually taste the food in your thoughts? That is exactly what our lunch at No.1 Ship Street Brasserie has been like for me,…

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The Restored bedtime routine

Lifestyle · July 4, 2019

The Restored Bedtime Routine for a better morning

For as long as I can remember, sleep has more often than not eluded me, thanks to my best friend insomnia. But recently, in part, thanks to The Restored, bedtime routine has been updated to increase a more relaxed tomorrow. I…

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Home · July 3, 2019

7 Things I Would Change In My Living Room

A fresh, modern and up-to-date living room is what all guests fancy. An updated and modified living room can add a lot of character to your house and it can make your room look very appealing. A little bit of…

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summer bucket list activities

Goals · July 1, 2019

Summer Bucket List Activities: 23 Fun Things To Do

Being a summer baby, I am totally biased when I say my favourite season is summer and I am excited to share our list of summer bucket list activities. There is so much I want to do this summer, from…

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June 2019 collaborations

Sponsor Roundup · June 30, 2019

Sponsor Roundup: June 2019 Collaborations

As the month comes to a close, its time to share all the June 2019 collaborations we’ve had on A July Dreamer. Regular readers know this roundup post is a monthly feature which highlights the brands we’ve worked with. It…

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Dusseldorf city guide

Germany · June 28, 2019

REASONS TO VISIT DUSSELDORF, GERMANY

Dusseldorf is a city often overlooked for more pretty neighbouring cities like Cologne, it is not lined with beautiful buildings that as tourists we often want to see. Dusseldorf is one of the wealthiest cities and ranks sixth in the…

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Home · June 26, 2019

Tips To Make Your Home More Serene

We live in a fast-paced world, and you may find yourself busier than you prefer. That’s why it’s such a blessing to come home to a nice, calm environment, one where the world outside is washed away. If you aren’t…

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Ciao Gusto Italian Deli at Ocado

Food+Restaurant · June 24, 2019

Ciao Gusto Italian Deli at Ocado |Authentic Italian Foods

Ciao Gusto Italian Deli is a mother of all alliance bringing together major Italian food and wine brands in one place. Everyone who loves Italian foods is at least familiar with one of the 30+ major brands that feature in…

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Group Travel to Bremen

Germany · June 21, 2019

Group Travel To Bremen with #traveleatslay

Our recent group travel to Bremen was epic and memorable, not only because Bremen is a charming city but because of the company we kept. Having visited the city of Bremen before, I was more than happy to play tour…

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Food+Restaurant · June 19, 2019

Buy Whole Foods Online |Health Food Supplier

Buying Whole Foods Online is now easier than ever before but it’s hard to know what brands to trust. Thankfully, buywholefoodsonline.co.uk is reputable health food supplier with a warehouse based in North East Kent. The company was started back in 2007 by…

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