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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Sponsor Roundup · November 2, 2018

{Monthly Roundup} October 2018 Sponsors

October 2018 Sponsors is a monthly roundup of the various collaborations I had in October. Every month end I put together a dedication post thanking the brands and companies I had the opportunity to collaborate with.

The October 2018 Sponsors roundup is the tenth dedication post of 2018 appreciating my Sponsors. Here on A July Dreamer, we collaborate with a variety of brands and companies. Visit our Work with Me page for more details on our fees and types of collaborations we offer.

October 2018 Sponsors is a monthly roundup of the various collaborations I had in October. Every month end I put together a dedication post thanking the brands and companies I had the opportunity to collaborate with.

October 2018 Sponsors

October was one the busiest months this year both blog-wise and on a personal level. We had so many great opportunities come throughout the month that we can not wait to share. Listed below in categories are the various collaborations we had. 

I am grateful for the opportunities blogging has sent my way and continues to. Of late, the most common types of collaborations are paid than paid and gifted. Regardless, we are always happy to collaborate and include in sponsor roundup. 

  • publish videos on a blog
  • 11 unique gifts for best friends - poster

Lifestyle Collaborations October 2018 Sponsors

As a Lifestyle Blogger, I am not limited to what type of content I can share with our readers. Over the last 5 years, this blog has evolved from personal ramblings to more focused niche topics. I am always happy to share content that is not only useful to me but to my fellow bloggers too. 

I recently shared a collaborative guest post which covered a topic that is of interest to many bloggers. Especially for those looking to convey their content in more than the written word. For those looking for the best Video Formats to use to publish content, we have you covered.

With Christmas fast approaching, I wanted to make sure I did not forget shopping for my besties. I, therefore, compiled 11 Unique Gift Ideas which I think are meaningful and easy pleasers. Not forgetting that besties can be men, how about a nice affordable Rolex Watch?

For those besties that are difficult to buy for, a gift card to spend at their local shopping centre would be a perfect solution. we recently spent a lovely say browsing through the shops at St. Nicholas Shopping Centre in Sutton.

  • Luxury glamping with West Stow Pods
  • THE EAST LONDON HOTEL
  • Spend a Weekend in Shoreditch

Travel Collaborations for October 2018 Sponsors

Over the last few years, I have transformed from being an avid traveller to a frequent traveller. It is therefore important for me to share any travel related content that would be helpful to our readers. I recently compiled a list of Best Gifts for Female Solo Travellers that is actually useful and essential.

Before the October half-term, I had a lovely opportunity to review a glamping pod in Suffolk. Thanks to the owners Jan and Ed I had such a lovely time in Suffolk and enjoyed my night stay. Another travel opportunity came in the form of a collaboration with Three UK mobile Network. We took the iPhone X series phones for a spin in East London and spent a day in Shoreditch.

Whilst in East London, we got to spend a night at The East London Hotel in Bethnal Green. Such a lovely, comfortable and enjoyable hotel located in the heart of East London. Another enjoyable location attraction in London is the Coca-Cola London Eye thanks to Merlin events.

  • Hygge your home this autumn

Home Collaborations for October 2018 Sponsors

In a few short weeks, Autumn will be long gone and we will be stuck with the harsh winter weather. I am trying to delay that thought as much as possible and have been slowly adding some Hygge to my home. It is important to be present in-the-moment and enjoy the simple things in life.

Speaking of the simple things in life, how about creating a workspace that helps improve your focus? I often work from home and whilst there are many advantages it can be tough working from home. It is therefore important to ensure that you create and calm and efficient workspace.

  • Fashion Favourites October 2018
  • Style Your Ankle Boots

Fashion Collaborations for October 2018 Sponsors

Over the last few weeks, the weather has been colder than Autumnly possible. Those a terrifying prospect thinking about winter, I am prepared with these Winter Essentials.

Speaking of Winter Essentials, having a good quality, durable and warm jacket is essential. Thankfuly for me, Simply Hiker provided me with a jacket that ticks all the boxes.

Though I am not much of a fashion blogger, I do enjoy sharing fashion tips, tricks and ideas. Recently I shared a nice guess post sharing several ways one can style ankle boots in Autumn.  

  • Authentic-Bubble-Tea
  • Victors Restaurants
    Victors Cocktails

Other Collaborations

For the second year running, we collaborated with Virgin Sport who hosted the Oxford Half Marathon. Though I did not run this year, I am slowly preparing for 2019 October. Another thing I am looking forward to in 2019 is The Curve Fashion Festival. Though I missed it this year, I am definitely clearing my calendar for 2019 so I can attend.

For the first time ever, I had my very first Bubble Tea from Quaker Street in Shoreditch. Not sure what I was expecting it to be but we loved the Bubble Teas that we tried. Another thing we enjoyed was our Dinner at Victors Oxford located in Westgate Shopping Mall.

As I mentioned already,  October was such a busy month both blog-wise and personal. There was so much going on but I am glad it all happened and excited for November.

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Comments

  1. Cynthia Nicoletti says

    January 11, 2019 at 11:10 pm

    So nice what a fabulous round up !! So many great articles I will have to check them out.

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  2. Sigrid Says says

    January 7, 2019 at 2:35 pm

    Wow! Congratulations! You surely had a lot of collabs and sponsorships last year. Keep it up! 😀

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  3. RonLeyba says

    January 7, 2019 at 12:30 pm

    Wow! Amazing sponsorship. So nice! For sure it will be an even greater 2019.

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  4. Monique Starks says

    January 6, 2019 at 8:43 pm

    What a great way to finish out the year! Congrats on the collabs!

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  5. Ada says

    January 6, 2019 at 6:51 pm

    Looks like you had some great collabs in October!

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  6. Ruth I says

    January 6, 2019 at 6:50 pm

    You had many opportunities last year! I love all your travel posts, keep on reading them and dreaming I could visit.

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  7. Mom Life Optimized says

    January 5, 2019 at 6:23 pm

    I am hoping to learn more about all the collaboration opportunities this year as I enter into my 2nd year blogging. I’ve done a few sponsored posts and that was fun and easy to do for a little money.

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      January 5, 2019 at 6:47 pm

      I remember year 2 of blogging and I was just starting the earn something, it took a while but worth it. Good luck, it will happen soon.

  8. A Infinite Step says

    January 5, 2019 at 9:46 am

    Wow you had been a very busy lady! Looks like some great collaborations. Would love to learn from you how to make blogging a career choice and not just a hobby

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      January 5, 2019 at 6:45 pm

      Aww thank you so much, it took me a long time to reach where I am and I am still learning.

  9. Summer Mitch Ryan says

    January 5, 2019 at 6:56 am

    Wow plenty! You were really busy, well, I’m sure you were happy to be busy.

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  10. Tara Pittman says

    January 5, 2019 at 6:27 am

    I would love to try glamping. It would be the only way I would try camping.

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  11. Kayla says

    January 5, 2019 at 2:32 am

    I am impressed with the collaborations you have done. I would love to find someone within my niche and do something similar.

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  12. Irina says

    January 4, 2019 at 11:44 pm

    It seems you were very busy in October! Keep up the good work! Bubble tea sounds interesting, I remember reading about it about a year ago but I have not yet tasted it! I have to try it! 🙂

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      January 5, 2019 at 6:45 pm

      I am glad to have tried Bubble Tea, it was absolutely yummy, very different to anything I have tried before

  13. Jessica Joachim says

    January 4, 2019 at 10:47 pm

    It looks like you had a good month of collaborations there! I think it is awesome to do a monthly roundup of collaborations and may have to do this myself.

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      January 5, 2019 at 6:44 pm

      Glad to inspire and thanks

  14. Dani says

    January 4, 2019 at 10:32 pm

    Wow you were a busy bee! That’s a great list of collaborations! All the best for success for 2019!

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  15. Stephanie | Adventures in Aussieland says

    January 4, 2019 at 6:56 pm

    Oh my goodness! You’ve had some incredible collaborations! I would love to have done some of the cool travel collabs you did. Glamping?! Yes please!

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      January 5, 2019 at 6:44 pm

      Hahaha, Glamping definitely was an incredible collaboration and excited for many more opportunities

  16. Joan says

    January 4, 2019 at 5:20 pm

    Wishing you many more in 2019, I also want. To try out bubble tea, looks so fascinating and always wondered how it tasted.

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    • Miranda says

      January 5, 2019 at 6:43 pm

      I did not think I would like the bubble tea but I absolutely loved it.

  17. Pinay Odyssey says

    January 4, 2019 at 10:37 am

    I admire your passion and dedication on your website! Having many collaborations and sponsors just for October is a proof. And with continuous effort, I bet you’d have yet again fruitful months to come! Keep inspiring! 😉

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    • Miranda says

      January 5, 2019 at 6:42 pm

      Thank you so much, it is always humbling to work with so many companies, thank you for your kind words

  18. Cristina Petrini says

    January 4, 2019 at 10:14 am

    You were lucky to have so many collaborations and all interesting. When I’m of this type it’s not just what you’re advertising, but you learn while you’re doing it!

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    • Miranda says

      January 5, 2019 at 6:40 pm

      I agree, all the collaborations I have had, each has taught me something new. Thank you for stopping by

  19. Ola @ WanderWithOla says

    January 4, 2019 at 6:57 am

    Wow, what a list of amazing collaborations! What a busy month, hey? Looking forward to see more of your writings!

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    • Miranda says

      January 5, 2019 at 6:40 pm

      Thanks, Ola, October 2018 was definitely a busy month with some really incredible collaboration.

  20. Jasmine Wyrick says

    January 4, 2019 at 5:08 am

    You have so many collaborations! I can’t wait until I can reach this level of awesomeness!

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  21. Jasmine says

    January 4, 2019 at 5:03 am

    There is so much incredible content in this post, I’m definitely saving this for later and more in-depth re-reading! Thank you so much for sharing!

    Reply
  22. Jasmine says

    January 4, 2019 at 5:02 am

    There is so much incredible content in this post, I’m definitely saving this for later and more in-depth reading! Thank you so much for sharing!

    Reply
  23. Alissa says

    January 4, 2019 at 4:17 am

    You had some awesome collaborations!!! Fun to see all of them.

    Reply
  24. Jessica says

    January 4, 2019 at 3:22 am

    You had a busy blogging year, last year! It seems like you had amazing experiences throughout your collaborations

    Reply

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