Books and Nooks.

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'The love of learning, the sequestered nooks, And all the sweet serenity of books.'- Henry Wadsworth Longfellow


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Sunday Loves.

Hello! I havn't been updating as much so for that I apologise however I have LOVED reading your comments so hope you'll bear with me :) Now, here are some things I am loving on this delightful Sunday:

1. Cath Kidston Owl Tea Cosy

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2. Vintage Bunting like this:

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3. This photo:

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I love this image because it makes me smile and think of my wonderful friends!


Happy Sunday!!


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Happiness Wednesday: Music and Its Beauty.

Hi everyone- Happy Wednesday!

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Today as I write to you I am filled with the sounds of reggae/ indian fusion music infused with rock/soul and reggae vocals of Joss Stone, Damian Marley and Mick Jagger! They have formed a new super group with A.R Rahman (the Indian composer of the film Slumdog Millionaire) and Dave Stewart from Eurythmics, called 'Superheavy' and they've just released their first album. Its really beautiful, very different and fills your heart with joy when you hear the different styles of music....


I find that music really can bring you to utmost joy and so this is what I'm thinking about today on Happiness Wednesday. I love music with pure, raw lyrics that speaks to the soul, vocals that are real- that let you know whats going on inside that persons head and heart. I love acoustic sounds, rap from the heart, vocals that uplift your soul and take you to a happy place.


I have a friend who sings beautiful acoustic soul music who I have mentioned previously on my blog- Delia Spiers. She is a very talented singer-songwriter whose songs often move me to tears. Often it is when we cry and when we are led to that emotion, that we experience a peace and strength unknown before. I find that Delia's music does that for me.

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Today I'm going to share the music of India Arie. I often speak about India because her whole philosophy is about spreading peace and love through the medium of music. Music is a vehicle for her of purity and truth. She has a very rare thing in the world of music- goodness combined with heartfelt lyrics and vocals.


Here is a song that will make you think about loving you, about taking time for you and to nourish your soul and spirit, Private Party. Lyrics start 'I'm having a private party, there's nobody here but me, my angels and my guitar...'. Enjoy xxx

Happy Wednesday! x

Life.

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'Life always waits for some crisis to occur before revealing itself at its most brilliant'- Paulo Coelho.



(p.s. just want to say thank you for your beautiful comments. there are times when you don't know why you blog, and then you remember all your blog friends out there who inspire you and keep you going :)) xxx
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Smile :), Reminiscing.

Dear friends,


Sorry I havn't been updating my blog as much and commenting on your blogs as much! Been quite busy.


This video brought a smile to my face today. When I was little, in the 90s, I loved watching Sesame Street. And I came across this and it brought back a whole lot of memories.


So here it is, Baby Natasha!:

How cute?


Have a fab Monday xxx

Wishing and Life Update xx

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Happy Friday everyone! We've made it to the end of the week! Today I am having a reflective day...thinking about what I would like my future to be. Sometimes I do this and forget to focus on the present which isn't always good. Sometimes though it is nice to dream.....Look at this gorgeous photo, I'm such a girlie girl, loving glitter and sparkles :)

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A little life update for you:


* I have paid my drama school fees, and will be starting in October. A dream I have wanted for 13 years, since I was 10 years old is coming true so this is rather exciting!


* I have two new books to read, the first being 'When God was a Rabbit'. Which I am starting today..... I love to read.


* Today is one of my close friends Louises Birthday :).. I've known her since she was a baby and am excited to celebrate with her!


* Lastly, my sunflowers have grown into beautiful, bright yellow flowers. I planted them back in May and will show you photos of them soon....


What about you? Tell me your life update?


Have a great weekend!


El xxx    

Happiness Wednesday: Positivity Part Two

Hello friends,

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I've been thinking a bit this week as to what to write on Happiness Wednesday. I toyed with writing about confidence and self esteem issues. Then today, I woke up and the sun was shining and my heart was filled with happiness and I thought... lets take it back to basics. Lets focus on positivity.


I have already written a previous article on thinking and focusing your mind on positive thoughts and optimism. Count your blessings every single day, as you wake and as you fall asleep. Pray to a higher source if you believe in God. Bless nature, bless food, bless your house and your family if you can, bless your friends, bless all the good things in your life and carry that strength and positivity with you during the day.

I want to state here that I am not a happiness expert. I have learnt the hard way through focusing negatively, through tears and pain, what it means to really think positively. I have taught myself how to do it and will continually because we truly only have one life. I would rather spend my life thinking happy thoughts than focusing on the worst things. This doesn't mean never focusing on the sad things, but it means not dwelling for longer than necessary.

Some of the most amazing people in life, lived through tragedy but managed to stay positive. Those people are inspirations to all of us.

And this morning I sat here, listening to my Joss Stone album and dreaming, thinking and I wrote the following little poem,
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'Sunshine, sunflowers
Light and creativity
A mixture of hope, of dreams
Strengthening my heart.
Light streaming through a window
Soul music filling the air
Bringing love to a world of fear
You are with me, as the air swirls
Filling me with positivity.'- Eleanor S. (copyright)
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How about you? How do you think positively, what are your tips?

Love and happiness!
xo