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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#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. 📍

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Fashion · July 3, 2017

Birthday Fashion Wishlist | Fashion Monday

Birthday Fashion wishlist consists of items I would love to get for my birthday (hint hint friends and family). But to be honest if someone asked me what I wanted for my birthday I would probably say money. Don’t we all need money for something or rather? For me personally it wouldn’t be for the trips but to fund my MSc course. You see my work can no longer sponsor me and I don’t want to give up on my MSc. What is one to do?

Anyway such is life, today I wanted to share with you some of the Fashion items I am loving. This Birthday Fashion wishlist was thought of last-minute but isn’t it always the case for some of us. I am an organised person and often love to plan and love my to do list, but not with presents. It’s definitely NOT the end of the world so I am ok with having this flaw in my personality.

Birthday fashion wishlist

{Fashion Monday} Birthday Fashion Wishlist 

Coming back to the Birthday Fashion Wishlist, one of the many things I want is something, Michael Kors. I know it’s silly but every girl deserves to have one at least one ‘luxury item’ and not just jewelry. Sorry if I am showing my materialistic side but I feel we deserve at least one thing {outside your rings} that is ‘luxury’. For me that luxury item is something from MK, it can be a bag, a watch, or even shoes.

Taking into account the awesome weather we’ve been having of late, I feel I need to update my closet. I have some lovely shorts which I have had for over 5 years {yes they still fit} that need replacing. You can never go wrong with some black shorts or some denim ones. I think they are versatile and can be worn with pretty much anything you want. Normally I pair mine with tank tops or spring tops which just give the outfit life.

One thing I love to wear during summer is a shirt dress, for me it’s just an essential item to have. Some of us love{d} wearing our bae’s shirts and these dress shirts definitely replace that if you don’t have a bae. Since I don’t and enjoying the single life, I felt it’s time I picked up another dress shirt for this summer.

No Birthday Fashion Wishlist is complete without some accessories or jewelry for good measure. I am in need of a new phone case for my iPhone 6 plus as all mine are quite useless. Also I don’t think one can have too much jewelry, one just has the right amount to wear. And there you have it, my Birthday Fashion Wishlist for my upcoming 30th birthday.

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  1. Lubka Henry says

    July 8, 2017 at 3:07 am

    I like the minimalist style of the handbag. Very good choice!

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  2. mydreamality says

    July 5, 2017 at 9:37 pm

    Nothing wrong with some luxury items on your wishlist. They are great and solid investment pieces.

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  3. Lilinha Espindula says

    July 5, 2017 at 5:10 pm

    What a fantastic wish list! I would love to have this gorgeous watch for my birthday! 🙂

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  4. Becca Talbot says

    July 5, 2017 at 4:49 pm

    I have a MK bag that I bought from Macys on sale when I was travelling Puerto Rico – it was 50% off plus I had a 10% off coupon from a flyer I got when I walked in the store. And then I used a 15% of coupon on my smartphone too! So it was a total bargain and a little treat to myself x

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  5. Lori Vachon says

    July 5, 2017 at 1:13 pm

    Cute choices, I could see my daughters wearing some of the items. Personally I’d snag that phone case, super fun!

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  6. chubskulit says

    July 5, 2017 at 11:53 am

    Don’t feel about about wishing for a designer item, you deserve it. I love thew Michael Kors that hubby got me and that’s something special.

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  7. Stephanie Pass says

    July 5, 2017 at 9:49 am

    This all looks like stuff my oldest teenage daughter would love. She’d definitely be into those shoes. So cute!

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  8. Hungry_Healthy_Happy says

    July 5, 2017 at 9:02 am

    I love those shoes! I am not sure I would be able to walk in them, but they sure are pretty to look at 🙂

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  9. Steph says

    July 4, 2017 at 7:54 pm

    Some fab items. I adore those earrings and they would be my pick from all of these

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  10. Angela Milnes says

    July 4, 2017 at 6:01 pm

    These are all looks pretty and a great selection of outfits. I love the shorts and the heels

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  11. Samantha Bye says

    July 4, 2017 at 3:22 pm

    All lovely items, and good luck funding your MSc! I hope it all works out for you.

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  12. Donna says

    July 4, 2017 at 2:46 pm

    Love the sorts and love the watch!!! I pretty much love it all I have to say!

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  13. Rochkirstin Santos says

    July 4, 2017 at 2:17 pm

    Love those earrings. You can wear it with a really minimalistic and simple outfit and make the color pop. I also like the watch – it’s a classic design that’s also versatile.

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  14. Natasha Mairs says

    July 4, 2017 at 1:17 pm

    I am loving those black lace shorts. Need to get myself some

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  15. Neha Saini says

    July 4, 2017 at 1:06 pm

    The shirt dress is my all-time favorite. Your birthday wish list is great. I liked the rose gold watch and black laced shoe. You are going to rock in this outfit. Happy Birthday #xoxo

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  16. Jennifer Eastwell says

    July 4, 2017 at 11:40 am

    I love the black lacey shorts they are gorgeous! They shoes are pretty cool too but I don’t think they would suit me!

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  17. Being Ashleigh says

    July 4, 2017 at 10:25 am

    Those shorts are gorgeous! Love the lace detailing on them.

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  18. Rhian Westbury says

    July 4, 2017 at 10:15 am

    That’s such a shame that your work is no longer sponsoring your msc, although I hope you do get some things to keep for your 30th and not just money for your education x

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  19. Kita Bryant says

    July 4, 2017 at 6:01 am

    Boy those shoes are hot. i need them ASAP.

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  20. Maurene Cab says

    July 4, 2017 at 4:04 am

    This is such a great list. I love the bag and wrist watch. Oh I hope you get all the items on your wishlist.

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  21. Ana De Jesus says

    July 4, 2017 at 1:32 am

    I am a big fan of a shirt dress so I have to say I was immediately drawn to that the most. It is gorgeous x

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  22. Leah Shafik says

    July 3, 2017 at 11:34 pm

    I love that bag! I love anything bold and this is just gorgeous! I hope you get all you wish for for your birthday x

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  23. Pam W says

    July 3, 2017 at 9:27 pm

    I love that rose gold watch. I have always liked rose gold better than other metals when it comes to accessories.

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  24. Sarah Bailey says

    July 3, 2017 at 9:23 pm

    What a gorgeous wishlist, I am loving the black lace shorts they are very cute.

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  25. Connor Silver says

    July 3, 2017 at 8:28 pm

    Thanks for this post, it’s given me some ideas for my wife! I think she will really like the shorts 🙂

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  26. Mimi "MimiCuteLips" Green says

    July 3, 2017 at 3:50 pm

    My splurge items are jewelry, handbags and shoes. Nothing wrong with luxury at all. I hope you get some of the items on your wishlist.

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  27. Katie Kinsley says

    July 3, 2017 at 3:09 pm

    Okay, five inches are my limit for heels – how tall are those puppies?! I love the wood heel details and I think I could pull off that striped shirt/tunic.

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  28. Jeanette says

    July 3, 2017 at 2:46 pm

    Those shoes I love those shoes! I think I may have to give myself a little treat in by them. I seriously love them.

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    • Sarah Bailey says

      July 3, 2017 at 9:46 pm

      The shoes are amazing aren’t they – I would totally love to be able to put one foot in front of the other in them haha.

  29. Terri Ramsey Beavers says

    July 3, 2017 at 1:42 pm

    I need to model your wishlist because there are several items on it I’d love to have. I’m a big fan of Michael Kors and am going to go check out more of their shoes and handbags.

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  30. Candy Kage says

    July 3, 2017 at 1:27 pm

    Michael Kors has some great bags, I also am a big Coach fan. The shorts with lace are really cute. Handy you can put your birthday hint list out there. Hope you get many items off your wish list.

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  31. Alli Smith says

    July 3, 2017 at 12:19 pm

    I’m in love with that bag! What a great wishlist! Michael Kors is a favorite designer and thanks to my husband, I have collected several pieces including a watch.

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  32. Christy Maurer says

    July 3, 2017 at 11:38 am

    This is a great wishlist! I actually gave a watch like that to my niece a couple of months ago, and she loves it! I hope you get some of your wishlist items for your birthday.

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  33. Sheri says

    July 3, 2017 at 10:54 am

    I love this wishlist. If family asked what I want for my birthday which is coming up in three weeks, i would say money too. I can then decide what I want to do with it. I think I love the bag the most as I buy a lot of bags and don#t have one like this. After changing my iPhone case a billion times, I settled for a thin sleeve transparent one. 🙂

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  34. badudets says

    July 3, 2017 at 10:44 am

    Tassel earrings are the in thing here in my country as well. I think it transforms a drab look to fab.

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  35. Mummy Times Two says

    July 3, 2017 at 9:24 am

    I love that bag, it’s really lovely. Must resist though I am a bit lethal when it comes to bags!

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