Sunday Best

Literally feels like it has been so long since I last did a Sunday Best post. Sunday’s used to be my day where I would definately post a blog. I guess it was my attempt to have a regular feature, and make things a bit more organised on here. Oh well, that plan failed miserably. But really, I’m cheating you with the title. Because before even starting this post I know it is just going to be like every other post I write. Eclectic and ‘life update’ springs to mind! 🙂 Maybe that is my theme. My niche.

I think I am going to spend more time just doing what I do, rather feeling like I need to ‘fit in’. Doing what I do right now is me. And actually, it makes me happy. And it fills me with happy feelings when I read your comments and know that you can relate to me, or you feel like we would probably be friends in ‘real life. Chances are, if you like what you read, then we would. Like anyone, I am not 100% comfortable in my own skin at times. I get scared, lonely, childish, geeky, upset, delirious, fall back down and get up again. And sometimes just land on my feet. I think the blogging world brings a lot of pressure, and certain expectations. But at the end of the day, I am just a normal girl. I am aware of the wide audience of people who are on here reading about me and my life (Hi Dad!) Haha. Of course, you are all welcome to! (but there are some people who are not, people from my ‘past’ who have maybe found me on here because I don’t have facebook) But hey, I can’t exactly pick and choose eh.

I noticed a few of you left a comment saying you liked how I was always positive in my posts. This means a lot to me – I am very much a positive and ‘get up and go’ kinda person. But at the same time, I’m just a normal girl with an often dysfunctional life. More often than not! There is a HUGE chunk of my life which is just not for the internet. And I don’t think that is a luxury which people only possess online, to enable them to ‘edit their lives’ to make them look like something they’re not. I think it is a right we have, as human beings. To share what we want, when we want. To not have to ‘apologise’ for being a ‘bad’ blogger. Who even made up these rules?! When did it all become so serious, and bitchy, and competitive? I’ll be hanging on to my manners, and always maintain a polite etiquette. But I’m done living up to anyone’s expectations. Here are the highlights of my week so far (with work, sleeping, eating, gym, kisses, and watching the bed intruder song over and over on youtube being the very boring/normal bits in between!)

My giveaway prize from the awesome Jessica over at Midnight Black.

Plus this sweet card ♥ hello rain!

A little present from Raffles Bizzare. Jess’s creations are all handmade with an alternative twist, and you can view her bloggity blog here. She could have not have chosen a more perfect piece for me! 🙂 Sits perfectly between my swallows, and for being so lovingly made and great quality is an absolute steal on her website at £6. I am certainly impressed. But go on over and have a look for yourself and see what you think!

This was me yesterday morning, sporting my lovely new makeup and teapot necklace. Thank you so much Jessica and Jess! This was my first time trying Too Faced makeup, and I really like it. I’m a total sucker for the leopard print blusher! Its bloody lovely. Have you tried anything from Too Faced? Keen to buy more from this brand. I haven’t used the Bobbi Brown Makeup Remover yet, but I am so excited! I am a bit guilty in being a bit of a baby wipe whore, and I know they can be a bit harsh on the eyes so a proper makeup remover has sparked extreme excitement 🙂

Not much else to report, apart from the perfect end to a hectic week at work. This is how I spent my sunday…

Firstly, coffee and a catch up with my lovely friend Leah (who’s JUST started blogging, hiya leah!) I then met up with my girlie Katrina for our afternoon of pampering at the Blythswood Hotel Spa. We got our vouchers in a goody bag from Ann at the Scottish Ballet Cinderella opening night. You can read about our night here. I felt absolutely spoiled that evening, and got to meet a handful of fellow scottish bloggers which was an absolute treat too. Today I had a really wonderful time, completely chilled out and such a relaxing atmosphere. The lighting, music, and aromatherapy smells sent us into a content little daze the whole time we were there. This spa is hidden under the ground of the Blythswood Hotel, and literally felt like we had wandered into our own little world for the afternoon. We had complimentary use of the Thermal Experience, which was a series of hot, cool, wet, and dry rooms. All kinda interlinked, with crazy fancy names and the main aim to soothe, relax and detoxify your body. David got me an Afternoon of Indulgance at the Spa for my christmas, and had already bought it when I came tottering home with my voucher from the Ballet! But he is pleased to know I can’t wait to go back. I’ll need to save it for a month where I’m stressed having being busy with work or whatever, and am in need of a real pick me up.

After the thermal experience, we got into our robes and slippers and went for our champagne and shape and polish. Got my nails done a lovely coral colour, and Katrina’s were a cute barbie pink. We chilled in the relaxation room for a while after that and drank some twinings herbal tea (brought me back down to earth after the champagne) I could have went for a sleep there and then, but we got ready and went for some dinner. We had such a wonderful chat the whole day, and I know it might sound daft but the whole vibe in the spa has made me feel in a really good place just now. My skin feels nice, pores all fresh, and my head feels clear. I would definately recommend doing something like this if you’re feeling a bit flustered, or if life has got that bit chaotic. It has made me think I would rather invest in some spa time or treatments a few times a year, than go crazy month to month with retail therapy. It’s a different kind of therapy… and not one that I thought I would like or really be able to get into. But I certainly did 🙂 Maybe hence the intense rant at the start of this post? You know I’m not going to apologise though, cause I mean every word ♥

Ayden x