Grab your Pom-Poms – 5 quotes to inspire your inner cheerleader

We all have times when we feel stuck or lost, deflated or frustrated, unhappy or unimpressed with some part of our lives.

From time to time it’s normal to question the choices we’re making, wonder where our lives are headed or lose all motivation to change.

Sometimes you need a little pick me up.

Someone championing you from the sidelines like your own personal cheerleader.

We can all be a great friend to others; supporting them through dark days; cheering them up when things aren’t going how they’d planned; being generous with gifts or words to brighten someone’s day.

But how often do we do this for ourselves?

When was the last time you bought yourself flowers, or treated yourself to an afternoon on the sofa with that book you’ve been meaning to read for ages?

When did you last commend yourself on a job well done or look in the mirror and smile at the beautiful reflection?

I’m guessing many of you are thinking, “Not very often” or perhaps even “…err never?”

I believe in self care – I think it’s instrumental in proving to yourself that you are important. You are an amazing human being and you are so worth it. Cue hair swish!

So, here are 5 quotes to inspire you; to help you see you can unlock the power of self belief; to motivate you to become your own cheerleader.

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It starts with you and your thoughts. Keep them positive.

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Stay true to what you know and believe about yourself. Don’t compare yourself to others.

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Make a difference. Stand out from the crowd. Be known for the little things.

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Try new stuff – find what makes your soul sing.

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You know what you need to do.

I think you’re amazing – read why here. You’re wiser and stronger than you think you are.

Believe in yourself and trust you know what actions you need to take to become the best version of yourself.

Grab your pom-poms.

Be. Your. Own. Cheerleader.

Not Your Average Garden Party @The HighField

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Watching the weather forecast all week, I wondered if the garden party would be wonderful or a wash out.

Summer is a little hit and miss at the moment in the UK – you can’t leave the house without taking both umbrella and sunglasses. However, fortune smiled upon us and sent some sunshine between the clouds.

The High Field is a gastro pub that always delivers fabulous food in a friendly and stylish setting (click here if you’d like to read about my previous experience). And I was excited to attend their garden party especially when I heard that The Glamophones were performing.

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We sat by the fire pit and relaxed with a beverage of the alcoholic kind…

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There was a selection of games to play…

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We even had time for a card trick or two…

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…and finally enjoyed the ladies performance of 40’s classics and modern pop songs all sung with beautiful harmonies in their unique vintage style.

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It was a fabulous afternoon full of good company, great food and glamorous gals.

Here’s to a Summer of more of the same (fingers crossed!).

Tell me – what’s your idea of a great garden party? Who would you invite – real or imaginary; alive or dead?

Let me know in the comments below…

The High Field

22 Highfield Road

Edgbaston

B15 3DP

 

This event was open to the general public and I did not receive any reward for this review. All thoughts and opinions expressed in this post are my own and all photographs were taken by me unless otherwise stated.

 

It’s the little things 19/06/16

It’s the things that make me wanna sing like no one’s listening and dance like no one’s watching.

Here’s a selection of little things that made me smile this week.

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Yorks benedict sliders – perfect for when you can’t choose which one you want…
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 Hubby surprised me with new Gymshark leggings 💛
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Spending a lovely afternoon at The Highfield‘s garden party
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Espresso martini vs pint of Guinness!
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Meeting the lovely Glamophones
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Card tricks with Hubby 

Luckily the sun shone on us this weekend. I hope you find some sunshine this week – actual or metaphorical.

If you can’t, remember to take your own sunshine wherever you go!

Smiles,

Nicky xo

Not your average late night shopping @Aspire Style

I’m not a fan of late night shopping – but if I’m going to do it, a glass of bubbles in hand is certainly the way to go.

We all need to partake in a little late night shopping every now and then – and I can’t think of a nicer way to do it than with a glass of bubbles in hand, wandering around a newly refurbished boutique, talking to the owner Sue and her friendly staff (who were very accommodating in showcasing some of their beautiful accessories – thank you ladies).

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Aspire Style is a small chain of independent lifestyle boutiques catering for women who are looking for a modern twist on vintage styles.

I’ve personally shopped here for years. It’s a place where I can always find something beautiful and I always walk away with a gorgeous little something, beautifully wrapped in pink tissue paper.

So, I was super excited when I found out that my local branch was having a shindig to celebrate it’s new look.

Aspire pride themselves on selling everything a woman could want. And by everything I mean only the most beautiful, glamourous (and a little flirty!) unique gifts, clothing, jewellery and accessories.

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I was happily seduced by the selection of alcohol themed lovelies.

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I mean, who doesn’t want to spend the day lighting Mojito candles and applying Prosecco lip balm?

There was also an abundance of flowers; on dresses, stationary and gifts for the home.

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Floral charm without the chintz.

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Aspire Style also stock a range of modern vintage styled clothes and accessories.

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I took these beauties home.

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Looking for some fabulous gifts to inspire and delight?

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Sassy…

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Inspirational…

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This is so my mantra!

Tongue in cheek…

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I think this one was my favourite!

If you’re looking for something fine, flamboyant or foxy for your home, to wear or simply a gift for a phenomenal female – you need not waste your precious time trawling from shop to shop.

Aspire Style is full of fabulousness – go check it out.

Branches in Coventry, Warwick, Solihull, Stratford, Oxford.

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The Aspire Style relaunch was open to the general public and I did not receive any reward for this review. All thoughts and opinions expressed in this post are my own and all photographs were taken by me unless otherwise stated.