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Hi everyone.

I will be posting something a little different in the next few weeks.  I will be speaking to a Scottish footballer about the psychological side of the game, how he prepares for a game and how he deals with coming back from injury.

I know many people, myself included, who love football and I used to go to games on a regular basis, however, how many of us thought of the psychological effects on the player when they were hurt, scored that important goal or were booed by the fans?

Once the interview has taken place I will publish it.

Angela
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Weekend fun

This weekend my husband James was in London to see the Dallas Cowboys play in an NFL game. It really was a dream come true for him and I am delighted he got the chance to see his team play, He got time away, which he needed and totally deserved, met up with other fans and had an amazing time.  Plus he got time with his brother too. Even better for James his team won (31-17)

Me and the two bears went to my mum and dads Saturday morning.  The kids had a blast.  They played games, got messy painting, well Sophie did haha, coloured in Christmas cards and generally had a good day.  On the Sunday my dad and I tool them for a walk to get them out in the fresh air.
Oh did I mention there was cake, very yummy cake. Cake is good.

I brought the kids home Sunday night so they could get back into a routine for the school week,

James comes home today and we are all excited to see him.  As much as I missed him it is nice to get time away from each other too.  Well they do say absence makes the heart grow fonder.

Message to my readers

Hi

I won't be on until Monday night at the earliest due to the husband going away for a few days so I will be busy.

Back soon

Angela x

Modern Vintage Style

When it comes to jewellery I love pieces that are unique and have the something special about them. I have been know to search the internet for hours looking for such items.  Now I have found them all in one place!! Modern Vintage Style.

Modern Vintage Style sell handmade, designer and vintage jewellery, everything from necklaces to brooches.  The items are sourced from various antique auctions, fairs and private collections from all over Britain and with over 30 years of experience they certainly know what their customers want.

Having looked at all the pieces on sale, and yes I want to buy them all, I have narrowed it down to a few favourites so I can show you what they offer.  This was not an easy choice trust me!!

This stunning Vintage Silver Butterfly brooch really stood out. It is simple and elegant.and a bargain at £25.00

I absolutely adore this beautiful blue topaz quartz gemstone necklace.  The colour is amazing and it is so so pretty and at only £34 you would be crazy to let it go! For this and more of the stunning gemstone range it can be found at http://www.modernvintagestyle.co.uk/collections/gemstone-jewellery

These earrings are fun, funky and quirky.  Who doesn't want a cool piece of jewellery in their collection!  The earrings are handmade, even better!  At a cool £14 they should be in everyone's jewellery box.  

The website is full of amazing pieces at incredible prices.  Please head on over to http://www.modernvintagestyle.co.uk/ and take a look.  I can guarantee you will find that something special that you have been looking for.

When Everyone Shines But You

I am the kind of person who loves to read and I always look to better myself so usually I put the two together and read self help books.

We all know the books that tell us we have something wrong and we need to be fixed, I know I have read books like that.  That was until I read "When Everyone Shines But You - Saying Goodbye to I'm not good enough" by Kelly Martin.

I always felt like I should change who I was to fit in with everyone else and that I should hide certains things about me as I felt others would dislike me.

What Kelly does through this book is change that view.  It is ok to be you, flaws and all.  Why? The answer is simple. You are human and that is ok. She teaches you how both positive and negative situations are needed to make us who we are.  Well be honest do you actually know anyone who is "perfect"? no I didn't think so.

Recently I was at a party, my first big night out in months, and I was in and out of the hall due to the heat, which makes me really uncomfortable. I would usually worry that people would question what I was doing and ask my why I was in and out and ask what was wrong with me.  That night I just did not care.  I had my reasons and that is that.  Does it make me different? Well not really but I am me and that is just one of my many little quirks.

I honestly cannot thank Kelly for writing this book.  It has helped me change my outlook on things and now I am even more happy to just be me and take the good with the bad.  After all that is what life is.

You can purchase the book at http://www.amazon.co.uk/When-Everyone-Shines-But-You-ebook/dp/B00LUXNG8E for £5.99 Kindle Edition.

To find out more about Kelly go to http://www.kellymartin.co.uk/books.html

buyahipflask.com

The lovely people at buyahipflask.com sent me the most gorgeous hip flask to review.

I received the beautiful Eiffel Tower 6oz hip flask and it is so so pretty.

It is very girly which I love.  What I really love is how the Eiffel Tower is surrounded by beautiful flowers yet it still stands out and draws your eyes right to it.

The flask is made with stainless steel and the cap is leak proof.  The 6oz fluid capacity is perfect for taking your favourite drink with you.

The flask comes in a lovely presentation box which sets the flask off beautifully.

The service I received from buyahipflask.com was amazing.  Friendly staff who were quick to respond to any query I had.  The delivery was quick which is fantastic!

The Eiffel Tower hipflask costs £18 which I think is a bargain and it would make a lovely gift.

They offer flasks with different volumes, 5oz, 6oz etc and various designs from Mackintosh to contemporary there is something for everyone.

Postage prices vary depending on the weight of the items being sent.  You will get an accurate price once you add the item(s) to the basket.

Head over to buyahipflask.com and have a look.  You could very well find that special gift you have been looking for.

Halloween 2014

Wow Friday was a very busy day for us.  During the night Liam was up as he was sick but he was well enough to go to school.  I am glad as he had a Halloween party in his class and he got to dress up as a vampire. He looked so cute!!

Whilst he was at school myself and Sophie went to Clarks with my mum and dad to get Sophie much needed new shoes, her feet grow far too quickly! It actually turned out to be a rather quick trip as Sophie knew what she wanted. Yes she is 2 but when it comes to shoes she knows haha.  She conned her gran and Granda into a pair of trainers too. On the way back we saw the Kelpies. This was the first time I have seen them up close.  They are amazing.

On Friday night we all went to a charity Halloween party, yes me included, along with my mum, my sister, her boyfriend and my aunt.  Liam is a right party animal we hardly saw him all night as he was busting some moves on the dance floor.  Sophie was talking to everyone and had a dance too.  They played pass the parcel and it came down to Liam and Sophie.  Sophie won and Liam wasn't too happy oops but he did win the scariest face competition so all was well again!!  As for me I lasted over 3 hours before having to sit in my mums car.  This was not down to anxiety it was down to a really sore back!! Not long later we all went home.  The kids were exhausted, we all were.  It was a fantastic night and we all had a great time.