Finding Some Down-Time For Yourself...

Happy Monday to you all!! 

How beautiful has the weather been today? It's most definitely been a typical Autumn day with the beautiful sun and blue skies surrounded by the pretty autumn leaves!! 

Recently, it's been that kind of year where people have had their hearts broken or found themselves going through situations they didn't expect to be in... There is most definitely something in the air that's for sure! 

I stumbled across this beautiful slogan picture on my Instagram and knew it had to be posted on my blog! Unfortunately, I can't actually remember who shared the photo but this is a shout-out to you who shared it as personally it's become one of my favourite motivational quotes! 

It's important for me to remind you all that you need to find time for yourselves... I can't stress how important it is. I mean, throwing myself back to a couple of months even to two years ago I always felt like everybody else's lives or problems were far more important than my own... 

Picking up the pieces, for everyone else was always far more important to me rather than taking the time out to think about; myself, my health and my life... 

I guess, we all worry that we come across as selfish and self-centred when actually it's okay to put yourself first.. 

It's more than okay to sit focusing on yourself and to think of your future. 

Again, that's not me saying to not be there for your family or friends it's allowing yourself to balance and manage things... 

Take time for yourselves! 

Much Love As Always! 

Anya B xx

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A Trip Down To Southampton...

Good evening everyone, how has your Saturday been for you so far? What are your plans, a quiet night in or a lively night out?

A little side note, how lovely is this 'Saturday' Tumblr?

It's been such a busy few weeks recently so it's certainly been a godsend to be able to sit down and post this blog online as I have been dead excited to share it all with you. 

I must say, it's important to remember to have time with your loved ones. 

Luckily, for me I have had such an amazing support from my best friend; Lizzie who took me away for an amazing weekend. It was definitely one to remember!! 

I couldn't wait to share my eventful evening with you all!! If you're an Islander I would most definitely suggest heading to Southampton for a night out as it was incredible!!

Anyway, so have a little glimpse into our night out at Oceana...

First of all, a massive thank you to Lizzie for giving me a make-over! Ha-ha!! 

With, heading over to Southampton we initially went to the Comedy Club which happened to be rather eventful and funny! It was definitely a night to remember! 

I have to say Lizzie and I definitely took longer to get ready compared to Tom and Kevin. But ladies, we all need our time right?

It's all about adding the final touches! Every girl needs lippy!! 

Eventually, it was time to head out as we were both ready!! Poor Tom and Kevin who were sat waiting for us both ha-ha!

As you can see we spent majority of the time at the photo booth which we loved!! If only, the Isle of Wight could have more things like this!! 

I know both Kevin and Lizzie will enjoy this picture being posted on the blog as it was definitely a drink to remember... 

Surrounding yourself with positive and loving people is the best feeling in the world. This girl has been my absolute rock for the last few months, I am so grateful for everything you have done for me! I absolutely love my best friend to the moon and back!! <3 

Never stop living your lives, always smile as there is so much to be happy about!! 

Take a little step back and notice who's there for you when your at your lowest!! 

Much love, Anya xx

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Taking A Trip Down To Winchester & Chichester Plus A Feature Of Quarr Abbey....

Good evening everyone, I promised you I would be back didn't I? I suspect you didn't expect it to be this quick though!

How beautiful, is the Autumn weather? It's such a beautiful scenery! As soon as the leaves fall I find myself becoming really excited for the Winter periods! Who else doesn't?

The last few months, haven't been the greatest but like I have always said: 

'Life is a journey, throughout life we all have knock-backs and struggles. It's how you learn to deal with the knock-backs and struggles which create and define your very own journey." 

I have found recently a popular question that I have been asked is: have I considered deleting my blog? 

I thought, I would mingle this into this blog as it's important to answer but also show you how I have moved on and created balances from previous struggles! Personally, I disagree as I haven't once at all considered deleting my blog and many of you will already know the answers as I am quite predictable at times. One of the most important things to me is knowing that my blog is almost a diary of my life. It's something that not only I can look back onto in many years to come but my children and partner will do the same. Life is a learning curve and we all go through different chapters. 

In other words, no I would never delete the blog. Just because one chapter has ended it doesn't mean another one hasn't started!

Anyway, I've gone off track once again ha-ha! So let's head back to when my mum and I took a trip down to Winchester and Chichester for a weekend!! 

Firstly, I would like to say a massive good luck to my best friend Charlie and Kane! I am extremely proud of both of you for moving to Winchester and starting university!! Now, I know my way I will be coming more often! It was so lovely to spend time with you both! 

Secondly, my mum and I decided to then take a trip to Chichester as funnily enough that's where my mum studies at university when she had me at a very young age... It's always important to me to get to know my mum's past etc as that's a part of me.! 

However, it was lovely to have a little weekend away! A break sometimes, is exactly what you need!! 

I know it certainly relaxed me and surrounding yourself with people who love you is an important message for me to share! The people who always stay in your lives are the ones to always stay by your side! 

Much love as always! 

Anya Marie x

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A Few Surprises Here And There...

Hey you guys, how has your week been so far?

Before, moving onto the purpose of the blog.. I couldn't resist posting this 'Tuesday Tumblr' photo with you all!! It most definitely fits the weather perfectly for today, right?

Initially, I must mention how sorry I am for not posting as frequently as I have in the passed. Fear not, I have so much to share with you all so I will be back!! 

I mean it's important for us all to take a little breakaway, to have a little detox time for yourself!! 

Sometimes, I find myself relying on social media a little too much... 

If you're reading this and agreeing with me then here's a few suggestions for you:

1) Delete the social media apps of your phone for a little while, even if its just for a few days believe me it will give you the break you need.

2) Keep yourself busy with other things... Find time to; read a book or go for a run or maybe even relax with your friends or family members.

3) Most importantly, have you time!

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Anyway, as you know I tend to get a little carried away when it comes to sharing top tips of mine so I'm going to hit the stop button and continue with the reason of this blog! 

 

It's officially six weeks until Christmas, I have to say Christmas is one of my favourite time of year to blog!! It's officially my second Christmas with you all!! It's unbelievable to think I have been blogging for over a year and a half now!

It makes me super excited! 

There are so many new blogs coming right your way! I have a lot of things to share with you all for example; trips away, fashion blogs, new beauty tricks of mine and much more interesting pieces!! 

Don't forget to follow my social media accounts for some sneak peeks, as I will always keep you updated with what's going on.... 

Keep an eye out for sneaky Christmas blogs too! 

Much love as always, 

Anya Marie x

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Getting Back To Me And Dealing With Emotions After A Break Up...

Good evening everyone!!

How are you all doing? Good I hope!! Life is all about smiling and seeing the goodness in difficult journeys we all lead!

As you most likely all know, I haven't turned to my blog for a few days as I needed a few days for myself!! I hope you don't hate me for that ha-ha!

In terms, of my last blog post I would genuinely like to say thank you to everybody who has supported me. It's been a difficult past few weeks which I am sure you can all understand. We have all had our hearts broken before, haven't we?

Sometimes, it's really important to know that no matter how hard you try and how much love you have for someone it's just not meant to be!

That's not me saying, you shouldn't keep the good memories or the happiness you had with that certain someone whether it be an ex partner or friend. Memories will always stay! It's just a new chapter for you to make new ones! 

The worst thing you could do is turn to bitterness and hate!

Everybody goes through different journeys and that's important to remember! In that case, we all deal with things in different ways!

I guess, what I am trying to tell you is it's really not healthy on you or your body to go through added stress!

Find your happy place, focus on yourself.. Find time to focus on you and your body! Remind yourself what's important!

You know, a dear friend of mine shared this quote with me the other day and it really hit home for me! Life isn't easy for anybody, a prime example would be my nan who sadly grew up without her mum at the age of eighteen! I literally take my hat off to her, she is a rock! She survived and got back to the top, at no point did she let difficulty stand in her way! I admire you nan!

Being strong is most certainly part of my genes that's for sure!

Ladies, we're all survivors! Don't you be afraid to forget it!

'Difficult roads often lead t beautiful destinations.'

I could let the difficult roads ahead of me get the better of me. However, surely that's the easy option right? Why would we settle for the easy options when we have so many goals and beautiful destinations ahead of us?

The reality is pretty simple, sometimes there will be unanswered answers in your life... You may never understand, why situations have happened! But it's okay. Make your own answers and develop an understanding for yourselves...

Move on... Move on with your lives and be strong as there are plenty of journeys ahead of you all!

Be patient with yourself and your life journey...

You're all on this pathway for some reason...!

'The Journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.'

Let yourselves be willing to take those steps!

Before, I forget to mention I have quite a few upcoming blogs that I have been planning to drop online soon! I can't wait, the anticipation is literally killing me inside....

Let's just say.... a few make-up blogs and fashion shoots are pretty overdue!!

I can't wait! to share them with you all!

Anya Marie Ball xx

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