Pampas and Pearls

“Nothing is impossible. The word itself says I’m possible” - Audrey Hepburn   So, I am sure we have all been there, being incredibly busy and just putting things here, there and everywhere. Well, this year I am going to try and be proactive and productive and keep tidy. With this in mind here are my top tips to help keep tidy and be more proactive with it. Tip One: Making the bed! Now this might be an obvious one but it definitely helps. However, don’t  make your bed the second you get out of it. This traps in bacteria and could make your sheets dirtier quicker. In fact, you should fold the duvet down and leave it to air for a short period of time. This could be while you get dressed or take a shower! Tip Two: Every little helps! Pop clothes in the basket before they hit the floor, if they aren’t on the floor to begin with then they can’t make a mess. Keep a basket in the places you get dressed and undressed this again reduces your chances of throwing it on the floor. Tip Thr

"How lucky am I to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard" - Winnie the Pooh   Before I begin, I just want everyone to know not everything works for everyone, we are all different and cope with grief differently. This is what works best for me and what I have researched. Grief is not always something I deal with well; I am sure it is not something any of us deal with well. Expressing myself is difficult and I prefer to keep it to myself (which is something I am working on for 2023) and then eventually it all boils to the surface, so here are some things I will be trying to use to help with dealing with grief: Number 1: Accept that it has happened. This is the first one and most difficult one, it has happened and unfortunately nothing, and I mean nothing, with change it. This takes the longest the do and processing it is the toughest challenge of all. Number 2: Create a memory book. This can have photos, cards, clothing, any form of memories. Sometimes havi

                                                                       "I love you"- everyone around the world So Valentine's day is just around the corner and it's typically a day I don't really celebrate or even involve myself with, but this year I am taking myself out and showing myself some love. I am sure you have seen hearts, teddies and chocolates everywhere, you can't get away from them.  Valentines day stereotypically puts pressure on men to spoil their other halves, or for women to put on something sexy and well... you know. But we often forget to show ourselves some love and affection.  Being kind to yourself should happen every day of the year but this year I challenge you to take care of yourself, go somewhere relaxing or out for a fancy dinner, dress up and spoil yourself. The options are endless to treat yourself.  Here are a few ways to treat yourself: 1: Movie Duvet day! Now this one is quite simple and doesn't have to be done alone. Grab

Hello all, as you may be aware I re-launched this blog in January and redefined my niche. As a result of this I will be removing all posts prior to this re-launch. Where a previous post fits in with my current perspective I will be re-uploading it an additional content throughout the month of March.  I Just want to thank you, everyone for supporting me in this journey and hope you enjoy the content that is to come.  Kisses  Katie xx

 "How do we change the world? One Random act of Kindness at a time" - Morgan Freeman We could all do with a little more kindness in our lives and doing one tiny thing at a time will help the wider picture, being kind is not difficult, returning a smile or saying hello, picking up a dropped item. It all adds up.  I myself am guilty of not always being kind or always helping people when I could but this year I am going to try and make an effort to help someone when I can these acts of kindness can be: Going to see an elderly relative you know is on their own or you haven't seen in a while. The pandemic has a lasting impact on us all, vulnerable people especially, taking the time out of your day to see someone or even simply give them a call on the phone will go a long way.  Push the stop button on the bus. If someone is clearly struggling or unable to push it for themselves, it takes a second, it really isn't difficult.  If you are able to, donate any amount you can, th