#100HAPPYDAYS ROUND 2: DAYS 51-60

Day 51: Just a basic picture of my lunch. It was really delicious and super healthy though.

Day 52: My bestie came up for a quick pop-in, and we went to watch Beauty and The Beast.

Day 53: Makeup spoils. I really have such a problem. Rimmel is one of my favorite brands, and I am liking Essence quite a lot these days – for a “cheaper” brand they really have quality products.

Day 54: My mom got me these bunny slippers for Easter. They are so toasty and have the additional benefits of being bunnies.

Day 55: Another manicure, this a Revlon one. I’ve really gone for the pinks lately.

Day 56: To get more steps in, I again visited the Nature reserve. It is such a beautiful place and I am always so surprised that it is smack in the middle of Joburg and manages to be so quiet.

Day 57: My favorite snacks. 70% Lindt is as dark as I’ll go, and it is such a delight of tastes. It is really low in sugar, so if you are craving some chocolate, you only need to look as far as this.

Day 58: I watched Warm Bodies for the 100^th time, and I enjoyed it. Also see my crochet project here? It is growing super-fast!

Day 59: This was SO good.

Day 60: Had drinks with the work colleagues at the Hogshead in Illovo. It was lovely, and although I didn’t get a picture of it, their Consol glasses look fantastic.

May 24, 2017May 24, 2017 by Natasha Categories: 100 Happy Days, 2017, Movies, UncategorizedTags: 100 Happy Days, 70% Dark Chocolate, Avon, Beauty and the Beast, Best Friends, biltong, Bunnies, crochet, Dark Chocolate, Easter, Essence, fun, Healthy, Hogshead, Illovo, Johannesburg, Kliprivier Nature Reserve, Lindt, Movies, Nailpolish, Revlon, Rimmel, Slippers, Walking, Warm Bodies, Weight loss 6 Comments

#100HappyDays ROUND 2: Days 31-40

So it is Monday again, and I thought I’d post this specifically as a reminder about happy things, not Monday things. However, I am almost going on leave and seeing my bestie, so today is pretty great!

Day 31: I went for a walk in the nature reserve close to where I live. It is really beautiful there, and it was really relaxing walking in the green after a long day at work.

Day 32: The crochet-bug has been around significantly more frequent now that it is a slight bit cooler. I am trying heroically to finish this granny square blanket that I started over a year ago. Wish me luck!

Day 33: I sat down with my mom and sister and watched another old-school film I haven’t yet seen. Andy McDowell has NO clue how acting works, but I did like Hugh Grant. He was so handsome as a younger man.

Day 34: I went back to the same nature reserve for another walk. glorious!

Day 35: Some wine before Power Rangers. Did it make the movie better? Not sure, but might have contributed.

Day 36: I do love this Avon French Manicure nail polish. It always comes out looking so pretty!

Day 37: I love these pretty rings I bought!

Day 38: I bought this USN shake after I finished my Nutritech shake. Further investigation reveals that this is actually just a bit too sweet for me. Anyway, at the price it goes for I will definitely finish it. Maybe it grows on me!

Day 39: At this stage in my life I have no issue admitting I love buying shoes. It is my own money, so I couldn’t give a damn about opinions anymore. Anyhow, here is my tan heels I purchased recently. #love

Day 40: Attended a babyshower. Let’s be real – most women face these only because you like the mom-to-be and not because of any actual potential fun. I have to say, this one turned out great. I am happy I went!

What have you been up to lately? Let me know!

April 17, 2017April 4, 2017 by Natasha Categories: 100 Happy DaysTags: 100 Happy Days, Andie McDowell, Avon, baby-shower, crochet, fashionista, Four Weddings and a Funeral, French Manicure, hobby, Hugh Grant, Kliprivier Nature Reserve, rings, Shoes, USN, Walking, whey protein, Wine, Wool 1 Comment

May – you better be good to me.

Happy May.

Firsly, April was so crap I am only too glad it is over. When I say everything went wrong, that really is the truth. I got sick, then got an ulcer, which felt like someone was drilling into my mouth at a high speed and very often. Work was insane, petrol was fucking expensive (still is, FYI), and my brand new laptop broke, and my bank balance is sadder than Zimbabwe’s.

So, May

I really hope you are good to me. I am writing exams this month, but I will take it in the hope that I 1) pass and 2) anything will be better than April. I really want to start reading constantly again. I love books and reading helps me relax. It is really the best escape valve there is because it takes you to another world completely.

I want to finish Committed by Elizabeth Gilbert. I do not know why it is taking so long. The book is well written and interesting and I don’t understand why I can’t just finish it.

I want to read my third Karin Slaughter book. She is an amazing author who I am still surprised I enjoy so thoroughly.

I am rereading Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows for the millionth time. It is so good and entertaining and sad and funny.

Walking slash running.

I am finally doing frequent exercise and I just want to continue in May because it leashes the crazy. I am still going a bit slow, but I am definitely improving. I already feel much better than a few weeks ago.

Movies

I love watching rom-coms and chick flicks and I am not afraid to say it. BUT, I want to start watching some decent stuff too. I can’t wait to explore and see what I love and hate.

What are your plans for May?

May 1, 2014April 28, 2014 by Natasha Categories: Books, Movies, Thoughts, UnisaTags: April, Committed, Elizabeth Gilbert, exercise, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Karin Slaughter, May, Reading, Running, Walking 16 Comments