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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Land of Rugs

Review · February 12, 2019

{Featured Brand} Land of Rugs Review

Land of Rugs is a leading British online rug traders brand located in the picturesque village of Darley Abbey. The brand is famous for its high end but affordable rugs which are supplied from trusted global importers. With free shipping…

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The Langstone Cliff Hotel

Hotel Review · February 11, 2019

Langstone Cliff Hotel Review

The Langstone Cliff Hotel is owned and managed by the Rogers family hotel since 1946. It is nested on 19 acres of woodland in South Devon with magnificent sea views overlooking the Exe Estuary. The Langstone Cliff Hotel is the…

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The Lady May Lodge

Hotel Review · February 6, 2019

The Lady May Lodge |South Devon

During our recent weekend adventures to South Devon, our base was The Lady May Lodge. The Lady May is a lodge-style caravan located on Blue Water site in Dawlish Warren South Devon. If you’re after relaxation, the lodge offers impressive…

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15 ways to beat winter blues

Lifestyle · February 5, 2019

13 Ways To Beat The Winter Blues

Often after the festive season is over, winter can be such a drag on the mind and emotions. It can be difficult trying to adjust and get into the swing of things after the holidays. Over the last couple of…

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15 simple aways to achieve goals

Goals · February 1, 2019

15 Simple Ways to Achieve Goals | February 2019

Goal setting is all about identifying things that need to be accomplished whilst setting measurable goals and adding timeframes. In order to accomplish goals, a plan is required and we’ve compiled 15 simple ways to achieve goals. Goals by nature…

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January 2019 collaborations

Sponsor Roundup · January 31, 2019

Sponsor Roundup: January 2019 Collaborations

Over the last 4 weeks, we have collaborated with a number of incredible brands that match our ethos. In this sponsor roundup, we aim to highlight all the January 2019 Collaborations we’ve had #ontheblog. I believe in being thankful for…

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Celebrate Valentine's Day with Heavenly Desserts

Food+Restaurant · January 28, 2019

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Heavenly Desserts

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Heavenly Desserts, luxurious 5-star cafés offering lovers of fine cuisine a stylish alternative to traditional desserts. With over 13 stores across the UK and 10 more soon to be opened, Heavenly Desserts provides the very finest…

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Fashion · January 26, 2019

Top 10 Fashion Hacks for 2019

We all love discovering tips and tricks to makes our lives a little simpler, so if you’re looking to elevate your style in 2019 here are our top 10 fashion hacks for an effortlessly stylish look everyday! Invest in Basics Having good…

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Manchester Landmarks

United Kingdom · January 24, 2019

10 Interesting Facts about Manchester Landmarks

The city of Manchester has a proud history of bold landmarks and incredible buildings. Property companies like RW Invest are continuing Manchester’s tradition for cutting edge design with new developments around the city. These 10 interesting facts about Manchester landmarks…

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Gifts · January 22, 2019

Valentine’s Day Gifts for Travel Lovers

As a frequent traveller, I know a thing or two about the perfect Valentines Day Gifts for Travel Lovers, gifts that are essential. Globetrotters are one of the easiest groups to shop for, thing travel related and useful and we…

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learn a new language

Tips and Tricks · January 21, 2019

Learning A New Language – 5 Easy Tips

Growing up bilingual, I have always loved the idea of learning a new language. One thing I have learned over the years is that when learning a new language, you need to be motivated. Without a goal and motivation learning…

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LAGOS PORTUGAL WEEKEND ESCAPE

Portugal · January 21, 2019

Lagos Portugal Weekend Escape | Winter Adventures

Lagos is a coastal city located in the western coastline of the Algarve region in Portugal. As part of the Winter Adventures to Faro, I managed to include a Lagos Portugal Weekend Escape. The city of Lagos is filled with…

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