Currently loving...January

Reading... True Grace by Wendy Leigh, a biography about the beautiful Grace Kelly.   

Watching... The Killing - series 3.  Oh. My. God.  How amazing was this series?!  And the cliffhanger at the end....I did not see that coming!  I really hope they do another series, I am truly a fan of Sarah Lund and her many jumpers.

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Buying... bargains in the sale.  Got a lovely navy coat from New Look for only £25...amazing.

Loving... when Lena has her calm moments, which for a 10 week old puppy does not happen very often.  Hence the massive bags under my eyes due to lack of sleep. 

Wanting... a new juicer.  I've always enjoyed making fresh juice and smoothies in the mornings, but I think I used it so much that it broke.  Typical.  So, it's a brand new year and I need some brand new fresh juice in my life.   

What are you loving this month so far?

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Friday Fancies...new year, new me

With us already being a few days into a brand new year (and this being the year I turn 30....eeeek...deep breaths...) I've definitely been thinking more and more about the way I dress.  I want to spend the time creating a brand new wardrobe for myself, investing in more classic pieces and not just spending money on clothes on a whim. 

Thanks to this week's Friday Fancies I've been able to visualise a typical outfit that I would love to wear on a day to day basis...

New year...new me by peanuts-pearls featuring topshop

A blazer and a white blouse worn together is simple and classic, but still has a young edge to it.  That is if you still want to cling on to your twenties...like me. 

Paired with skinny jeans and nude pumps, I would frolic around happily in this look pretending that I'm Kate Middleton for the day (I'm not the only one who does this...or am I?)

Head over to Long Distance Loving's blog for more lovely ideas for a new you! 

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My instagram life...and new hair!

Happy New Year! Did you have a nice evening?  We had a really quiet one this year, choosing to spend it with Lena, drinking cherry beer and watching The Killing series 3 (which is amazing).  We are officially addicted to the new series, and I can't wait to go home tonight and watch the final two episodes!

I haven't done a catch up Instagram post in a while, so I thought I would post a few little pics of what we've been up too...

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~ lazy morning with a cup of chai tea and an even more lazy Lena

~ enjoying an amazing Christmas present - a lovely hamper

~ new year...new hair colour for me!

~ a little karaoke and catch up with friends (great fun!)

~ loving the Winter Berry Brownie ice cream from Ben & Jerry's

~ Lena passed out before midnight on new year's eve.  What a party animal...

    

Back to reality today and back to work...but it's only a 3 day week for me so a nice way to ease myself back in to the routine.  I hope everyone had a lovely evening, and here's to an amazing 2013 for everyone!

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Resolutions...

It's New Year's Eve today, and we're a few hours away now from welcoming in 2013.  I'm just sitting on my couch reflecting on the last year...it really has felt like the months have just flown by! So much has happened, both wonderful memories and bad moments.  I started this little blog (and have been loving every moment), I also got married, spent my honeymoon in Bruges and also got my very own beagle puppy.

I'm pretty excited about the new year ahead also, and like many people out there have decided to create some resolutions.  Actually, these are not really resolutions...more like goals I would like to push myself to achieve!

- continue to blog
- develop new skills, such as learning more about html
- go on holiday (America hopefully)
- cook more, & try new recipes
- knit, knit, knit
- buy a juicer
- drink more juice (after doing above, of course)
- spend quality time with my husband and puppy!

Have you got any goals that you would like to achieve in 2013? I would love to hear them!

Christmas wish list...

Now, I don't want a lot for Christmas (cue Mariah Carey's All I want for Christmas in all of our heads, sorry about that) what with getting married, a lovely trip to Bruges and having Lena in our lives, I've been pretty spoilt and blessed these last few months. 

However, I thought it would be fun to make a little fantasy Christmas wishlist of a few things which would put a smile on my face...

Christmas wish list by peanuts-pearls featuring vera wang

~ A nice knitted Christmas jumper to wear on the day
~ A cute little bobble hat from River Island
~ I've had my eye on those boots from Clarks for a while (I may treat myself to these!)
~ My favourite perfume at the moment - Vera Wang's Princess
~ And of course a nice big cup of tea


Only a few more shopping days left, and I still haven't finished buying presents.  I better get a move on!!

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Meet Lena...

I would like to introduce you to the gorgeous Lena, our new puppy!

She's a beagle, and is only 8 weeks old.  It seems as though she loves nothing better than following me around the house, jumping on the Christmas tree (not so fun for me) and having nap time on the couch beside me and my hubby.

We've only had her for 4 days, and having her is already the best decision we've ever made.  She's a bundle of fun, and I can't wait for all the adventures to come!

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Friday Fancies - time to sparkle!

You can't beat a bit of sparkle to glam up an outfit.  This week's Friday Fancies has come just in time for all the Christmas parties that are currently ongoing. 

Whilst I missed my own work Christmas do (as I was busy eating waffles and chocolate in Bruges, yum.  Ah well, what's a girl to do!)  However, this still hasn't stopped me dreaming of the perfect outfit to wear...

sparkle time! by peanuts-pearls featuring platform sandals

Leather shorts worn together with a simple blouse is always a good combination.  I've paired this with sparkly gold shoes, to make it more appropriate and fun!

I've got some exciting news also...we're getting a puppy!  My dreams have finally come true, I've wanted a dog for so long now and it's finally the right time to get one.  In fact...we're picking her up tomorrow...so we're in for a very exciting weekend!

xx