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Body Image| Be Summer Ready Your Way

Body confidence

My fitness journey has certainly been one that has been up and down over the past few years. I’ve gone from being a fitness fanatic, to dreading the thought of going to the gym. I’ve yo-yoed back and forth between different gym and health club memberships, trying to find one that not just helps me meet my goals, but also makes me feel comfortable. Because ultimately, isn’t that why anyone goes to the gym, works out and maintains a healthy diet? To be comfortable in their own skin. Yes everyone can turn around and say that they work out for themselves. To lead a healthier lifestyle, and to improve their health, to not feel so out of breath when they are running for the train in the morning. But again, ultimately, it comes down to one thing. How comfortable are you, really, in your own skin? This post is all about Body Image.

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Cookbook | Terry’s Chocolate Orange Cookies

Terry's Chocolate Orange

Since I tried these cookies, years ago, from my local supermarket I actually fell in love with it. And they tasted much better warmed up in the microwave for 30 seconds or so. I myself, love Terry’s Chocolate Orange. Always have. There’s something special about the orange flavour within the milk chocolate. Here’s a great recipe to try out, if you’re like me, and love Terry’s Chocolate Orange. It’s decadent, and to be eaten on cheat day – so no need to feel so guilty about it.

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Buckley London |Miniature Heart

Buckley London

I am someone who loves to accessorize with different items to complete an outfit, but I’m pretty particular with the accessories I choose to wear. I’m someone who doesn’t like accessories to overbear the outfit that you are wearing, but to compliment it. Small pieces like necklaces, that aren’t huge statement pieces, I think work perfectly to complete an outfit. I tend to go for simple designs, that are simple enough to be pulled off as a must have to complete an outfit. You will rarely find me with statement necklaces around my neck, as I firmly believe your neck should be kept free with just one single piece of Jewellery . Don’t get me wrong though, I will compensate with earrings and bracelets! I recently fallen in love with this beautiful necklace, and the collection in fact, by Buckley London*, who kindly sent me the Miniature Heart Pendant, as a gift from the Bloggers Love Twitter Party.
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TLOV | Be Classy and Fabulous # 1

The Life Of Vanisha

There are literally hundreds of blogs at the moment that are purely just for all things beauty. Which, don’t get me wrong is great. I regularly pop into blog’s to find out what beauty products are up and coming, or for reviews before I buy anything. But, I’ve always wanted my blog to be something more than just beauty reviews. It’s what I like to call my little piece of the internet. Somewhere I can put down a collection of my thoughts in one place that I can call mine. Without the need for others to bash at my comments, but instead to provide constructive input. Here at The Life Of Vanisha I’ve decided to start a category of blog posts, that are my own, known simply as TLOV (the first letters of my blog name!) A place for me to express my thoughts on topics which don’t fall into the “typical beauty blogger” category. And this edition, the topic is simply “Be Classy and Fabulous“.
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PetShop.co.uk | Spoiling My Feline Friends

PetShop

If you follow me on Twitter you will know that recently my pet cat, Tigger, was taken ill, and had to have a major operation. Now for anyone that has pets you would know how difficult it can be when your pet is taken ill. For me, I don’t have children, so I am proud to admit that yes, I do treat my pets as my babies, and I absolutely love treating them every so often. When they behave, of course! I know there will be a few people out there, raising their eyebrows at this post about how I’m talking about my pets, but unless you have pets, you may not understand the connection with them. One of my absolute favourite places to shop around for goodies is PetShop.co.uk, they have a huge range of treats for your pets, and it beats trawling through pet shop aisles any day!
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