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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ADEXE watch London x Mini Sistine Wristwatch

Fashion · April 8, 2019

ADEXE Watch London x Mini Sistine Ladies Wristwatch

The Adexe Watch London Mini Sistine ladies wristwatch is a new and enchanting addition to the Sistine collection. It features a hidden gem contained inside the crown and comes in a range of beautiful colours to suit all occasions. Adexe Watch…

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Lifestyle · April 8, 2019

Tips to remember when buying a used car

As a newish driver, I know just how daunting it can be when buying a used car. There are so many variables to consider and if you’re not careful, you might find yourself spending loads of money. When I decided…

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Keep Your Wardrobe Smelling Fresh

Review · April 7, 2019

9 Tips To Keep Your Wardrobe Smelling Fresh

Springtime is one of my favourite seasons, being a summer baby, I prefer warmer weather and wearing light clothes. Over the last few weeks, the weather has been anything but Spring-like, causing havoc on my wardrobe. I am unsure whether…

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In My Suitcase · April 4, 2019

The Ultimate Packing Guide for Thailand

Travelling to Thailand had always been on my bucketlist and recently, I embarked on our Thailand Adventures. It is so surreal to think I have been and returned from such an incredible trip. Thailand is such an exotic destination filled…

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evaluate and review your goals regularly

Goals · April 2, 2019

Evaluate and Review Your Goals Regularly

Goal setting is the act of developing an action plan that is designed to give guidance towards achieving a goal. In order to achieve any goals, it is important to evaluate and review your goals regularly and keep track. A…

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maximise space in your bathroom

Home · April 1, 2019

How to maximise space in your bathroom

Over the last 8+ years of being a renter, I have lived in properties with the smallest bathrooms imaginable. As a renter, I am limited on how much change I can do to my flat but that doesn’t mean I…

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Wedding Guest Etiquette

Lifestyle · April 1, 2019

Wedding Guest Etiquette – Do’s & Don’ts

If you’ve ever attended a wedding, you know the expected Wedding Guest Etiquette. It does not matter if it’s your cousin or colleague getting married, if you are a guest then Wedding Guest Etiquette applies. Over the last 30 years…

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Sponsor Roundup · March 30, 2019

Sponsor Roundup: March 2019 Collaborations

At the end of every month, I allocate time to highlight all the collaborations we’ve had in the ended month. In an effort to remain transparent, the March 2019 Collaborations highlight all the various collaborations we had. All collaborative posts…

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Beauty · March 27, 2019

Spring Clean Your Skincare Routine

With Spring in the air, now is the perfect time to Spring Clean Your Skincare Routine and made simple updates. I am a sucker for a good skincare routine and every season I change up the products that I use….

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Warwickshire Local Adventures

Bucketlist, United Kingdom · March 25, 2019

Bucketlist Destination | Warwickshire Local Adventures

Warwickshire is a non-metropolitan and landlocked county located in England’s West Midlands. The county is not only picturesque but is famous for being the home of William Shakespeare. When we put together the Warwickshire Local Adventures itinerary, we want it to…

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Refresh Your Home This Spring

Home · March 20, 2019

How To Refresh Your Home This Spring

Spring is in the air, the flowers have started blooming, birds are chipping away and the sun is shining more regularly. Now is the perfect time to shake up of the winter blues and Refresh Your Home This Spring preferably…

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Thailand Adventures

Thailand · March 18, 2019

Bucketlist Destination|Thailand Adventures

Thailand is a popular Southeastern Asian country in the Indian ocean and a bucketlist destination for many. As a first time traveller to this incredible country which is home to pristine golden sandy beaches and temples. I found myself never…

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