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. 
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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
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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. 

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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. 
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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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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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Home · February 11, 2017

Brighten up your home this winter 

Brighten up your home this winter with changes that not only make your home more beautiful but improve your health. It’s no secret that in the UK we could do with more Vitamin D but it’s hard to achieve without the sun. Yes we can take supplements but that’s not nearly enough so why not try these home improvements ideas. Some of the ideas shared might cause a dent in your wallet but would be so worth it for your overall health. Though as a renter I am limited to changes that I can make, that has now stopped me from trying. So how can you brighten up your home this winter?

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How to Brighten up your home this winter #Renters

As mentioned already, I am a renter and that comes with limitations on what I can do to my apartment. But do not fret fellow renters I am sharing two ideas that can help you brighten your home this winter.

  • Add some colour

Bright colours have always been associated with summer and that makes most of us happy. Just by such simple acts we can make ourselves happier and healthier. You can add some colourful cushions either in your bedroom or living room. I love having colourful piece in my office space as well which always improves my mood when I am feeling stressed.

  • Bring your garden indoors 

Though I have no green fingers and always kill my plans, I always love the idea of bringing your garden inside. At the moment I have a couple of orchids which have not died but then again orchids are low maintainance.

How to Brighten up your home this winter #Homeowners

Homeowners have more options available to be able to do some home improvements. Though money might be an issue for some, I think an investment in your home can only be a good thing. Since we moved into our family home over 10 years ago, my parents have made some worth while improvements. Improvements that have helped increase the value of our home, the ideas below would help do just that.

  • Install Modern Skylights #RoofLantern 

A Roof Latern is a sure way of getting natural light into any space, improves your chances of getting a daily dose of vitamin D. Roof lanterns dramatically enhance the appearance of any room they are installed in and lights every corner of that room. Roof Lanterns make it easier to brighten up your home this winter both during the day and night-time. The glow of the moon would definitely enhance the features of any room.

  • Add a conservatory 

Weather a semi-detached or detached house, most of us have space for a conservatory which would add more space to your home. For most of us outside our bedrooms we don’t have ‘relaxing rooms’ and a conservatory can be exactly just that. If you’re looking to have more space in your home, you could add bifolding doors between livingroom and conservatory.

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Comments

  1. Megan says

    February 24, 2017 at 2:56 am

    What a beautiful room! I love a bright decor. So comforting to me!

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  2. Melissa Joy Patiño says

    February 16, 2017 at 12:45 am

    Great ideas of bringing bright colors to Winter! I really love pastel colors any season so this works well for me 🙂

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  3. Valerie CottageMakingMommy says

    February 14, 2017 at 9:40 pm

    I love light, especially during Winter time. I use pillows and any type of seasonal decor I can to brighten up my space. Inexpensive tablecloths help too.

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  4. Nisha Syam says

    February 14, 2017 at 3:51 pm

    I am fond of changing my interiors. Thanks for the tips to brighten up the interior.

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  5. Deimarys says

    February 14, 2017 at 3:25 pm

    I really love your ideas. I am currently looking to decorate my living room and need some inspiration.

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  6. Rochelle Valle says

    February 14, 2017 at 1:43 pm

    Love your space. I love when it’s nice and bright in the home from natural light. Love your ideas.

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  7. sauumye says

    February 13, 2017 at 9:46 pm

    Love this post! I’m a renter myself & always find myself at a dilemma esp at IKEA because I can’t use a lot of things there to make the loft look like my personal space

    Reply
  8. Felicia says

    February 13, 2017 at 5:36 pm

    I love this post! These are some really great tips to make your house brighter and filled with light. I think I’ll use the tip to bring the garden inside.

    Reply
  9. Ance says

    February 13, 2017 at 4:34 pm

    I love this space in the first picture also i liked Bring your garden indoors, great tips. I love bright colors at my home, it looks more clean and more positive !

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  10. Ola Broom says

    February 12, 2017 at 8:22 pm

    Being a small space home décor blogger, OF COURSE this article caught my attention. I live the idea of starting a small conservatory in your home. I’ve been anticipating doing that myself.

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  11. Amber says

    February 12, 2017 at 1:45 am

    I love these ideas! I am a HUGE fan of a bright house, so I need to do this. Dark houses make me tired.

    Reply
  12. Deimarys says

    February 11, 2017 at 9:10 pm

    I am always looking for ideas to decorate my apartment. Thanks

    Reply
  13. Nikki L says

    February 11, 2017 at 2:26 pm

    Excellent tips! Your image is literally my dream! <3 x

    Reply

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