Monday, 15 December 2014

Life Changes


So i recently found out that i may potentially have celiac disease.
Celiac disease for those who don't know is an intolerance or allergy to gluten.

Being a person who loves bread and pasta and basically everything that contains gluten this came as quite an unwanted shock to me.
Whilst I'm still going through the testing stages of diagnosing it, my doctor is pretty confident that it will be confirmed.

So in comes basically a lifestyle overhaul.
I was previously quite an unhealthy eater and anyone who has been gluten free will know that being gluten free means you need to be a lot healthier and a lot more conscious of what you put in your body.
Never before have i had to check every product before i eat it to ensure its ok for me to consume.

I have had to give up a lot of the things i love but i am also trying to stay positive and find new things that i enjoy.

Change is always hard for me so finding ways to make the adjustment easier is always a plus.

So that's whats happening with me at the moment.
Have you had to make a big lifestyle adjustment? Let me know id love to hear your stories.


Thursday, 20 November 2014

Currently watching #4

Alright so I've been having some attention span issues when it comes to tv lately. I find I'm getting bored or distracted so easy, and i can't find something that is really hooking me.

These two shows are the only ones I've been consistently watching lately:

Project Runway


I'm just going back and watching old seasons because i actually never watched it before. Basically for those who don't know this show is pretty much just a bunch of clothing designers competing to be the best. I'm currently on season 12, and i really enjoy it. Any kind of reality tv is right up my alley but add in fashion and I'm in love!

House


I'm a big medical show fan, one of my all time favourite shows is Greys Anatomy. This show follows doctor House as he goes about his job of being a doctor basically. I absolutely adore House as character, he is so sarcastic and puts across that he doesn't care but deep down he's a good guy.
It has all the drama you love in a medical show too.


What are your favourite shows?
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Sunday, 16 November 2014

Currently Playing- Fantasy Life




Fantasy Life is a RPG (Role playing game) for the 3DS and regular DS that i am completely addicted to at the moment.
You get to choose from 1 of 12 life classes (soldier, sorcerer, hunter, mercenary, lumberjack, prospector, fisherman, carpenter, tailor, blacksmith, cook and alchemist) and then complete a series of quests whilst exploring the world and gaining levels.
Depending on the life you choose you can live out the life any way you want to, whether that be a leisurely life of cooking or an adventure to save the world.

Im not usually a big DS player but this game is super addictive!

Friday, 14 November 2014

Whats been happening?

Whats been happening since my last post?
Well..

Ive been studying hard, and making progress in my diploma of web design, I'm close to being halfway through!

I also finally upgraded to my computer to a Macbook Pro, which means i can finally have a reliable computer not only for studying but blogging too.


I just yesterday got back from a three day trip to Queensland. We stayed on the Gold Coast and it was divine. Spent a full day exploring dreamworld, ate at the Hard Rock Cafe and did a bit too much shopping.

A month before that we went on a five day trip to Darwin to stay with friends. It was unbelievably hot up there but it was absolutely beautiful and i enjoyed every second of it!



Aside from the the travel and study, I've just really been enjoying life.
Ive learnt to let go of a lot of things that used to bother me, and i surround myself with positive people.
Life is good so why not enjoy it!

Wednesday, 3 September 2014

What I've been reading

So in August i only got aroud to finishing one book (terrible i know!) and that was
The Other Boleyn Girl by Philippa Gregory which i gave a big 5 stars to.
I have a review on my book blog here
Currently i am reading Landline by Rainbow Rowell and loving it! Im about 100 pages in and whilst i dont think it will be my favorite Rainbow Rowell book im still thoroughly enjoying it.
Im really hoping ive kicked this horrible reading slump to the curb and i can get back to enjoying reading!
What have you been reading?
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Thursday, 28 August 2014

Friday favs

I decided to start a little thing i will call Friday favs where i will share the thigs ive been loving this week.

Tv & Movies

For tv i have been completely addicted to Scandal. By the makers of greys anatomy (one of my favourite shows) scandal is a political drama. Now politics are usually not my thing at all but there is so much more to this show than just politics and i just get sucked in to all the drama. It is super addictive!

I haven't watched too many movies lately because ive been so into scandal but one movie i watched and fell in love with was Divergent. Based on the book by Veronica Roth which i had read prior to seeing the movie. Now usually book to move adaptations do not impress me very much but this was amazing. The cast that were chosen for the roles were spot on! Can we just take a minute to appreciate Four *drools*
Beauty

I have been absolutely loving this combination on my skin the Instant age rewind by Maybelline is amazing for hiding dark circles. The Revlon photoready foundation is just a really great coverage and it doesnt feel like your wearing makeup at all. Also both of these are a great color match for my skin, im extremely pale so its hard to find colours that will match me.

Food

So this isnt exactly food but i bought this multi blender to make breakfast smoothies and i have been loving it! Its so simple to use and clean and the smoothies are delicious!

Lifestyle

I have been loving this Sentence a day notebook by Kikki K. It asks you a question everyday for three years, so you can look back and see how you change. I love the idea and i cant wait to look back at my answers in a years time. Ive been good with keepig up with it so hopefully i stick to it.

Other favs

Baby lips/ The new ikea catalogue/ My filofax/ Spring is comming/ Hommus/ coconut water/ Netflix/ Completing my first unit of study/ family/ coffee/ relaxing/

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Wednesday, 13 August 2014

Top 5 Robin Williams movies

I was absolutely shattered to hear the news about this amazing man passing. I grew up watching his movies and i feel like he was a big part of my childhood. So in honour of this wonderful man i thought i would share my top 5 Robin Williams movies.

There are a few that i havent seen and my favourites may differ from others. As hard as it was i narrowed it down to 5 and here they are:

#5

One hour photo

Now ive heard a few people say they didnt enjoy this movie very much but i loved it!

Robin playing this lonely man who becomes obsessed with a family whose photos he develops. Its just a really haunting movie and just felt a loy of compassion for Sy (the main character).

#4

What dreams may come

After dying in a car crash Chris (the main character) searches the afterlife for his wife Anne.

This movie was so visually stunning and really moving. The love this man has for his wife is just beautiful and it really just touched my heart. I thought about this movie for a long time after i watched it.

#3

Hook

This movie is kind of a continuation to the original Peter Pan, where a grown up peter has to go back to neverland to save his children.

This movie reminds me of my childhood. I went through a fase where i watched it everyday (literally). Its just so wonderfully made. It feels magical and you just wanted to be there with them. There really is something for everyone in this movie.

#2

Jamunji

This classice movie about a board game that comes to life is definitely a family favourite.

I remember as a child always wishing i could have a boardgame like this (despite all the horrible things that came out of it). My brother and i were obsessed and would 'play jamunji' all the time with an old boardgame and our imagination.

#1

Mrs Doubtfire

This is definitely my most beloved Robin Williams film.

A movie about a man who dresses as a nanny to spend time with his kids after his wife asks for a divorce.

As a kid i enjoyed the funny aspects of the movie, but as an adult i love the devotion this man shows to his kids. He does everything he can to spend time with his kids and i think thats really beautiful.

The tragic circumstances of Robin Willams death also brings to light the seriousness of depession. It is invisible and life threatening. So if you are feeling depressed please seek help, find someone you can talk to. Depression can be cured. Life is worth living.

 

Until next time

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