Mum, if you are reading this, then yes I have stolen your banana cake recipe. Thank you very much (even if I didn’t ask for your permission…… Read more “[Recipe]: Mum’s Banana Cake – Back to Basics”
Month: Nov 2017
Did I achieve my November Goals?
Honestly… I failed alot of the targets I set out for myself in my ‘To-do-list’: My Goals for November post which I wrote towards the start of this month.…… Read more “Did I achieve my November Goals?”
[Poem]: Night’s Silence.
Laying beside your loved one, tears welling in your eyes. Staying close, breaths and heartbeats insync. You are in utter happiness, yet internally pained by worries. Thoughts…… Read more “[Poem]: Night’s Silence.”
Panettone Mascarpone Ice-cream Cake: Festive Recipe.
Without a doubt we overindulgence ourselves at Christmas time throughout until New Year celebrations. Often you’ll find your way snacking through left over chocolate selection boxes and…… Read more “Panettone Mascarpone Ice-cream Cake: Festive Recipe. “
Life with a Kitten.
A few weeks ago I vaguely mentioned my new pet kitten named Aki. She has been a wonderful introduction to our lives so it was guaranteed that…… Read more “Life with a Kitten.”
[Skincare & Haircare]: Men’s Routine.
Undoubtedly physical appearance will never be as important as personality, however, it’s always attractive when a man cares about his hygiene and personal style just as much…… Read more “[Skincare & Haircare]: Men’s Routine.”
Simple British Things I Miss.
As expected I would mainly miss my family and friends when moving abroad, I knew no one but my boyfriend. With time I am becoming less depressed…… Read more “Simple British Things I Miss.”
In that second.
The icy breeze howled past,partially distracted by engaging in a tête-à-tête. Blanketed by a monochrome cashmere checkered scarf, eyes directed toward the snow dusted ground which dwindled fast.…… Read more “In that second.”
All about Face Masks.
My first blog post which remains posted to this day was about 3 skincare remedies you can made at home. Since then I have tried many face…… Read more “All about Face Masks.”
My Current Skincare & Haircare Routines.
A second post in one day featuring skincare? I might have a slight obsession. What else can I say? I’m a simple person who is easily pleased.…… Read more “My Current Skincare & Haircare Routines.”
Read with Coffee: Random chit-chat.
When I thought about writing this post I had many things I wanted to rant about, after all my blog is my outlet, and also just talking…… Read more “Read with Coffee: Random chit-chat.”
Disappointing purchases.
We’ve all been there. Brought something enticed by it’s offer price or been igronant towards online product reviews, only to be disappointed feeling like you have wasted…… Read more “Disappointing purchases.”
My favourite Korean Snacks.
Who doesn’t love snacks from different countries? Lately imported snacks and other junk foods in most countries are becoming easier to obtain. Some of the Korean snacks…… Read more “My favourite Korean Snacks.”
Prawn & Chicken Alfredo: Recipe.
When I was making this I didn’t intend to put much of a ‘homemade’ effort into it. I brought a ready made jar of creamy cheese pasta…… Read more “Prawn & Chicken Alfredo: Recipe. “
Fashion Inspirations.
I don’t pay much attention to the latest trends or highlights from fashion weeks across the world. My motto is: if I like it, I like it.…… Read more “Fashion Inspirations.”
Snack Recommendations – Low in Saturated Fats and Calories.
Heading in the direction of healthy eating choices doesn’t mean restricting yourself of savoury or sweet snacks nor eating fruits and vegetables alone for every meal. You…… Read more “Snack Recommendations – Low in Saturated Fats and Calories.”
Interior Design Wish list & Homeware Haul.
I have always loved interior design. Everything from intricate details of accessories to colour combinations. I even like collecting colour testers or sample booklets/strips. I think this…… Read more “Interior Design Wish list & Homeware Haul.”
The Versatile Blogger & Blogger Recognition Awards.
This morning I woke up suprised to discover that I have kindly been nominated for The Versatile Blogger & Blogger Recognition Awards by the lovely dearblogloveliz.wordpress.com .…… Read more “The Versatile Blogger & Blogger Recognition Awards.”
My experience of taking antidepressants.
Firstly I want to make it clear that I’m most definitely not the type of person to ‘fashionalise’ mental health illnesses or discuss depression in the hope…… Read more “My experience of taking antidepressants.”
This past weekend.
This past weekend was a little different for usual. I barely spent time at home and past through the crowded city of Seoul which I preferably would…… Read more “This past weekend.”
[Poem]: Autumn evening.
Arms interlinked like a necklace, footsteps in perfect symmetry. Following the night lights which glimmer, illuminating their smiling faces. Captivated by the tranquillity of a Japanese water…… Read more “[Poem]: Autumn evening. “
What is Tonkatsu?
I very rarely eat pork, only as sausages or thesedays in Japanese pork cutlet form. I’m afraid I have an addiction. It’s just like fried chicken! It’s…… Read more “What is Tonkatsu? “
[Recipes]: Pasta Galore.
Undeniably pasta is one of may favourite foods. Spaghetti bolognese has been my all time favourite dish for as long as I can remember and as a…… Read more “[Recipes]: Pasta Galore. “
Books I grew up with.
Jacqueline Wilson books: I’m not assamed to say that I had the tenancy to be antisocial as a child. I wasn’t unpopular at school, just I wouldn’t…… Read more “Books I grew up with.”
Learning is a life long process.
We never stop learning. From the moment we’re born we’re learning about our bodies and exploring our environments through the use of our senses, we spend our…… Read more “Learning is a life long process.”
All about fragrances.
Perfumes, aftershaves/calone, candles, insense, oil diffusers, anything with the purpose of providing an aroma can be hard to give as gifts as scents deemed to be pleasant…… Read more “All about fragrances. “
November Haul of Sale Items.
Who doesn’t love a good bargain? Infact 80% of the time I will only by beauty, skincare or clothing if it is on sale or already at…… Read more “November Haul of Sale Items.”
2 Days in 1 Blog Post.
Quite late into yesterday afternoon my boyfriend and I unexpectedly decided to take a little shopping trip to Myeondong, which is the biggest most famous shopping district…… Read more “2 Days in 1 Blog Post. “
My travel essentials for my trip to Osaka, Japan.
In a month I’m taking a brief week long trip to Osaka, Japan. It’s going to be equally or even colder there this December than it is…… Read more “My travel essentials for my trip to Osaka, Japan.”
New, Upcoming Skincare and Beauty products: November 2017.
Whether you’re a shopaholic, inquisitive, or on the prowl for trying and buying new beauty and skincare products this month or every month here is a little…… Read more “New, Upcoming Skincare and Beauty products: November 2017. “
Food Diary – 9/11/17.
When I first saw ‘what I eat in a day’ vlogs and blogs, I thought it was a little irritating how people boasted of how healthy their…… Read more “Food Diary – 9/11/17.”
5 of the Most Popular Korean Skincare & Beauty Products.
This list isn’t based on my recommendations alone, more so put together with the help of ‘best sellers’ sections of websites that sell Korean Skincare and beauty…… Read more “5 of the Most Popular Korean Skincare & Beauty Products.”
[Poem]: Lucky.
Completely engaged with the lyrics that you sing, if only you knew of the utter joy your presence can bring. Calm & content within the confinement of…… Read more “[Poem]: Lucky.”
What’s in my bag?
The ever recurring ‘what’s in my bag’ tag?’… and all other versions of it, is something I’ve never joined in with. I’m not a trend follower or…… Read more “What’s in my bag? “
My skincare routine: For very sensitive, oily skin.
By no means am I a dermatologist. Just from a young age I have tried and tested alot of products in the attempt to find skincare that…… Read more “My skincare routine: For very sensitive, oily skin.”
Makeup suitable for fair skin.
In the Western parts of the world there is such a diversity in race, that most makeup brands aim to produce a wide variety of base makeup…… Read more “Makeup suitable for fair skin.”
Hearty Beef, Vegetable & Dumpling Stew: Recipe.
I’m not entirely sure whether vegetable, beef and dumpling stew is a British dish or not. Of course there are many variations of this stew among Europe…… Read more “Hearty Beef, Vegetable & Dumpling Stew: Recipe.”
Autumn Favourites.
I don’t usually write any form of a ‘favourites’ post, mainly because I like to repeatedly use the same products that I already know work best for…… Read more “Autumn Favourites.”
3 ‘must read’ non-fiction books based on WWII.
Today I thought I’d share with you, 3 insightful non-fiction books. I will briefly highlight what each book is about without spoiling every detail. As expected these…… Read more “3 ‘must read’ non-fiction books based on WWII.”
Feline friend.
Milly, also known as ‘Milly-kins’ or ‘squiggy’ is the black, white & ginger patched cat I received on my 13th Birthday from my parents. Before receiving Milly…… Read more “Feline friend.”
[Poem]: Conflicting.
Simultaneously pressured with restrictive emotions, alongside a mind fog of emptiness. A longing to be caressed to restore self-worth, held in the mould of their arms: symbolic…… Read more “[Poem]: Conflicting.”
‘To-do-list’: My goals for November.
Recently I’ve seen quite a few blog posts by others who have set themselves targets to complete either within a week or for the duration of a…… Read more “‘To-do-list’: My goals for November.”
‘Away with the Fairies’.
The day dreamers captivated by ideas and thoughts. Staring into thin air, appearing deranged or full of dispair. Some become depleated, skin a pale merge of a…… Read more “‘Away with the Fairies’.”
Onwards.
Not too long ago I wrote a post entitled: ‘If depression was a person’, a letter in which I wrote to my depression detailing how it made…… Read more “Onwards.”
Confessions of a foodie: South Korea.
Whenever abroad it’s a natural urge from within us to try new foods and flavours, especially when it’s a once in a lifetime opportunity to visit somewhere.…… Read more “Confessions of a foodie: South Korea. “
[Poem]: Comfortable.
I wouldn’t desire to live another way, laying beside you is where I must stay. Protected by your presence dowst in your essence. It’s too effortless to…… Read more “[Poem]: Comfortable.”
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