Ahoy there rabbit holers! How are you this fine weekend? We’re off on a big adventure to see some of Australia’s Big Things and as you can imagine, my excitement is also sizeable. Of course, I’m equally thrilled about sharing with you the golden nuggets of goodness that I found around the interwebs this week.
Today is National Herb and Spice Day so these 10 Easy Homemade Spice Blends might come in handy. Cinnamon is one of all time favourite spices and I’ve been putting it in everything this week from this Banana Bread to this delicious Apple Spice Cake.
One of my all time favourite moments was having dinner at Cinderella’s Castle in Disneyworld, complete with a singing fairy godmother (inside) and fireworks popping (outside)! After reading these 25 Insane Facts About The Magic Kingdom Castle I definitely need to go back!
Talking of Disney, in 85 days I’ll be running my third Disneyland Half Marathon and I’m hoping to catch up with Gabriella, who shared her story on the blog this week, she really is so inspiring. She’s not the only one who’s motivating me to move though, check out this 94 year old who broke the half marathon record and like Gabriella has raised a bucketload of money for charity. Oh, so awesome!
Gabriella and Harriette sure know how to live life to the full, as does Nikki from Styling You who just turned 50 but looks about 30. I loved her 50 tips on how to spend life well. I’m going to have a lot of fun ticking everything off the list!
Still on the subject of living well, I’m trying to drink less wine and more water. I’ll be trying some of these 8 easy ways to drink more water each day. My personal favourite is to add some fizz. It’s no trouble to drink water with bubbles!
The news from London broke my heart, let’s face it, most of the news breaks my heart. However, I like to look for the helpers even if I have to search a little harder to find them, like this Californian mum who saw the plight of Syrian refugees and took some positive action. It’s true what they say, together we can make a difference.
Did you see the War on Waste documentary series? I missed it but am looking forward to catching up because it’s such a hot topic right now. Last week, Lauren’s Notes from the War on Waste brought me up to speed and Michelle’s War on Waste post was jam packed full of simple (but effective) ways to take action. Di’s Beauty Fail Confessions had me laughing out loud. It’s nice to know I’m not the only one who doesn’t know how to use a foundation brush!
As usual, I’m wrapping up the fun and frolics with a pawsome post, check out these 33 hilarious snapchats that prove we don’t really deserve dogs. It’s impossible to get through all 33 without the corners of your mouth moving in an upward direction!
What secret tricks and cunning plans do you have for the weekend? Is it a long one where you are? Have you got a favourite herb or spice, or even one you can’t stand? What’s your tip on living life well? Have you ever had a beauty fail? Tell me all the things!
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