It’s no secret that Autumn is my favourite season, from ‘fall’ fashion to colourful crunchy leaves, and of course Halloween. But with all these lovely seasonal activities also comes cold and flu season. š Which can make us all feel pretty blue this time of year; especially as we get into the Winter months where they seem more prominent. Ironically I’m actually nursing a cold while writing this post! Which…
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Coping with the Winter Blues (SAD) *
AD| With the days getting shorter and the long nights slowly drawing in, it’s common for some people to experience low mood this time of year, often known as the Winter Blues or seasonal affective disorder (SAD). SAD is thought to be fairly common during the Autumn and Winter months, although I personally experience lower moods during the Summer; (typically known as “Summertime sadness” or reverse SAD). These low moods…
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Autumn Themed Date Ideas *
AD | Autumn is one of the best times of year for couples which may have something to do with all the cosy seasonal activities on offer. Most of which involved cuddling up at some point so it’s the perfect excuse to spend time with your partner at home, or by experiencing something new together. But even if you’re a singleton Autumn could be the perfect season to get yourself…
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Autumn Fashion Essentials *
AD] Anyone else excited by the fact that it’s nearly cold enough to throw on knitwear, tights and boots again? I know I am! It’s no secret that Autumn (or ‘Fall’) is my favourite time of year, from Autumn fashion to warming drinks (mines a soya hot chocolate) and of course Halloween. It really is the perfect time of year. As the new season approaches I’ve been thinking a lot…
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The Phoenix Festival 2019
Last weekend my family and I headed down to Cirencester town centre for their annual Phoenix festival. A two day music festival which is the only completely free festival based in the Cotswolds. The Phoenix Festival is most famous for showcasing local bands and tribute acts, and this year was no different with both a ‘Rolling Stones’ and ‘Tina Turner’ tribute performing this year. Although it’s a free festival, it…
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Air Rifles at The Cotswold Range
Last Sunday Aaron and I popped along to the Cotswold Range to try air rifling. It was a spur of the moment decision while looking up activities to do in the Cotswold Water Park area. Our original idea was SUP boarding but the rain put a literal dampering on our plans. š The Cotswold Range is situated in the Cotswold Water Park between Swindon and Cirencester, and offers three different…
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Exploring Stuttgart, Germany: A Travel Wishlist
Germany has always been a country I’ve wanted to visit, from the culture to the history and in some cities, the night life. So when my auntie Val called up asking if we’d like to visit her in Stuttgart (back in 2006!), I jumped at the chance. Read more: Cologne and the Rise Nā Shine convention We (my mum, sister and I) stayed at my auntie’s house just outside of…
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London Film and Comic Con 2019
Last weekend my family and I made our annual trip to Olympia for London Film and Comic Con 2019. It’s always one of highlights of the convention calendar for me and this year marks our tenth year of attending! I can’t quite believe I’ve been going to conventions for a over decade now (my first was Dalek Invasion back in 2008). London Film and Comic Con 2019 was set to…
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What’s in my bag? – Comic con edition
With comic con season in full swing, I thought now would be the perfect time to share what essentials I pack in my day bag. This is for a 3-day weekend convention and based on what I brought with me to London Film and Comic Con this past weekend (full write up on that to follow!). Ticket ā Many conventions organisers now accept an e-ticket and some even have their…