A Melody of Swans

Hi my loves, As it gets to this time of the year, when the air gets more chilled, the days get shorter and the nights get darker, one thing that shines through is the fact that both my sister and I are celebrating our 'veganniversary'. although it was a general transition for both of us over the past year, I am both proud and partially shocked that we both got as far as we did!  One thing I've noticed since being vegan is the amount of energy I have generally. Even if I'm lacking sleep, hungover or just having a general slump, because I'm vegan I can get through the day so much easier. It sounds a bit pretentious I know, but I think because I'm using a lot more plant-based derivatives and naturally-sourced products, as I'm not filling my body full of chemicals and processed meats, I don't feel pumped full of 'bad' products. That being said, it is easy to be an unhealthy vegan, as there are many things that are 'accidentally' vegan,...

Hey my loves, Amsterdam marks the final destination on my summer travels. I was initially quite apprehensive to go because I wasn't sure if I'd like it, but my opinion changed completely and I absolutely loved the place! My friend and I went as our joint (aha aha) 21st birthday present, and we stayed for two nights, giving us three days to explore the city.  Tuesday 4th September 2018: After arriving in the land of bikes and Tulips at 9:30am after a super easy 40 minute flight, our very confused shuttle driver took us to our hotel that was located quite near the red light district. Our hotel room was very strange though as we were given this oddly shaped attic room right at the top, with four twin beds instead of two! However, once we were checked in, we quickly set off to explore. Our first stop was the Body Worlds museum. One of my friends at uni recommended us to go here, and it was very interesting but also quite creepy seeing actual body parts and learning abo...

As we are now nearly a week into 2018, reflecting on 2017 has made me realise what a seriously informative and challenging year I’ve had. At the start of the year I was in dark and insecure place. But with the sprinkle of spring- a time for rebirthing and change, I can definitely say the same thing happened to my mental health and wellbeing. Not only was I able to become more comfortable in my own skin, but it also helped me to progress and feel even more determined on my Acting degree at Bath Spa University. Consequently, I have come to the beginning of 2018 full of aspiration and ready to go. A field near my Grandparents house The first six months of 2017 were hard due to the fact that I was deeply unhappy in my own body and mind. I was painfully homesick, chronically anxious, not fuelling myself properly, and not wanting to engage in the wonderful world of socialising as a student, as I didn’t feel like I belonged anywhere. I was exhausted physically and psychologicall...