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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affordable day trips from Zagreb

Croatia · May 24, 2019

Affordable Day Trips From Zagreb

When it comes to searching for affordable day trips from Zagreb, get your guide is the best place to start. Zagreb is a fascinating city with UNESCO heritage sites but I believe its true beauty lies outside the city limits….

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Chastleton-House-Oxfordshire

United Kingdom · May 22, 2019

Chastleton House Oxfordshire | Local Adventures

Chastleton House Oxfordshire is an ancient and rare Jacobean country house filled with 400 years of Jones family history. Located near Moreton-in-Marsh in Chastleton, the house was built between 1607 and 1612 for Walter Jones. Prior to being entrusted to…

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Prague Group Trip

Travel Guides · May 20, 2019

Prague Group Trip with #traveleatslay

Recently, I went on a Prague Group Trip thanks to #traveleatslay who organised then entire shindig. As a solo traveller, I sometimes long for company, its the main reason why I opted to join in on a group day trip…

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Tips and Tricks · May 17, 2019

Travelling As A Group | 13 Lessons Learned

Travelling as a group is thought to be something that only inexperienced, lazy and frighted people do. As a solo traveller, group travel is something that has never appealed to me in the slightest. A few years ago, I went…

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Perfect gift for Father's Day

Gifts · May 15, 2019

Perfect Gifts For Father’s Day

While you may often put a lot of effort into find the right gift for Valentine’s Day, Father’s Day is another day that allows you to show your man just how much you appreciate him. Since Father’s Day occurs in June,…

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Home · May 13, 2019

How to Help a Senior Living at Home

As someone who has worked several years in the elderly healthcare system, I know it can be a tough choice for families to decide what’s best for their senior family members. I have worked in almost all institutions; independent living,…

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Ham House and Garden

United Kingdom · May 12, 2019

Ham House and Garden, London | Local Adventures

Ham House is a unique 17th-century treasure trove built in 1610 by Sir Thomas Vavasour, Knight Marshal to James I. Sir Thomas died in 1620 but it wasn’t until 1626 when the house was bestowed to William Murray {1st Earl…

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In My Suitcase · May 10, 2019

Long Haul Travel Essentials – #traveltips

Luck favours the prepared nothing teaches you this than long haul travel when you’re stuck in a tin can and can’t nip to the shops. I am a strong believer in being prepared and having all the Long Haul Travel…

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bathroom makeovers on a budget

Home · May 8, 2019

Bathroom Makeovers on a Budget

Bathrooms are often the busiest rooms and receive 90% of the house foot traffic and often it’s an area that requires improvement. When it comes to designing a new bathroom, it’s important to be realistic and keep an eye on…

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Nordgreen Unisex Wristwatch

Fashion · May 6, 2019

Nordgreen Unisex Wristwatch Giveaway {CLOSED}

Nordgreen is a sustainable Nordic company that creates a sophisticated minimalist’s dream wristwatch. Everyone knows about Hygge, the Danish way of life that strives to enjoy the simple things in life. Nordgreen aims to deliver the Scandinavian design at an…

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In My Suitcase · May 3, 2019

Cabin Bag Only Weekend Stash – #traveltips

Everyone loves city escapes but not everyone knows how to pack cabin bag only weekend stash. Over the last 5 years of solo travel, I have picked up various tips on packing only essential items that I will actually use. And…

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Goals · May 1, 2019

11 Life Goals To Follow | May 2019

At the beginning of every month, I take a moment to write down new goals for the month. This month is no different, I have decided to put together 11 life goals to follow for a more happier life. I…

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