Sunday was a day of birthday celebrations for my Mum. My sisters and I decided to take her to visit the Fabric of India exhibition at the Victoria & Albert Museum. As soon as this exhibition, to explore the handmade textiles from India, was announced we knew that Mum would love it. The colour, the history… Read more »
Posts Tagged: London
Out and About: The Science Museum, London
As a child I loved when we’d come up to London and visit the Science Museum, there was always so much to see and do thanks to all the different kid friendly sections, not forgetting Launch Pad which was where you got to do the experiments yourself. Seriously cool. I must have visited the museum… Read more »
Out and About: Wildlife Photographer of the Year Exhibition
We made the most of the last summer bank holiday by doing fun sister things! I love the excuse to catch up with the sisters and most catch ups recently have involved around the house so this time we headed to London for a fun day out instead. After much discussion we decided on a trip… Read more »
Out and About: Draughts
London is full of weird and wonderful cafes and restaurants. From the cereal cafe where you sit on beds, to the owl cafe, with actual real live owls. While I haven’t visited any of the really extreme places like these I did visit Draughts recently. What is Draughts I hear you asking? Well it’s a… Read more »
Life Rambles: Life According to Instagram
Don’t you just love Instagram? I do. I spend my day working with images and yet Instagram is still the first social media app I open at lunchtime or at the end of the day on my train home. I just love the visual snapshot that it provides. I suppose the truth is that I… Read more »
Thought of the Day: Feeling Appreciated
I wholeheartedly agree with this quote. Not only is it true for me, but I’ve seen it applied to others. It’s definitely worth remembering as it’s an easy way to get the best out of someone whether in a work or personal environment.
My Top 10 of Now: March
These last few weeks have been pretty busy. I feel like I’ve had so much going on, all these things just running around and keeping my mind constantly awake. Honestly it’s been slightly draining. On the plus side there’s been lots of nice little things to keep me smiling, so here is my March top… Read more »
Life Rambles: Simple Things
It’s the simple things in life that are the most extraordinary. Paulo Coelho It’s the beginning of a new week, it’s a new year and I’m back at work today. So with all that in mind this is a gentle reminder to myself to focus on the simple things in life. That first cup of… Read more »
Out and About: Southbank Christmas Market, London
One of my favourite things to do in December is visit the Christmas market on the Southbank. You can guarantee you’ll find mulled wine, christmas gifts, festive songs and good food and for me this just signals the start of the festive season. I’m lucky enough to work on the Strand so I’m just a hop, skip and… Read more »
Smiley Happy Things: November’s Shenanigans
It’s Christmas time, hooray for this magical time of the year! I love it so much and I’m already fully embracing the festivities. But alas, before we can properly celebrate all things red, green and cinnamon smelling we need to pause and think about the wonders that were awesome in November. When thinking about this post… Read more »