Catching up

Hi!

This year is flying by!

Last Friday we went to Brighton for my birthday

It was forecast thunderstorms, so we were a bit worried

But the weather was gorgeous!

We lay on the beach for ages and it was total bliss!

Dozing in the sun and hearing the waves crash onto the beach

A perfect day!

Here are some photos from the last week

This is a toy I was working on, but I didn't like how it turned out

So Sisco claimed it

I didn't take a pic, but my mum wrapped my pressies in Hello Kitty paper!

Never too old!

ha

Cute wrapping paper

In Brighton we went for lunch at Wai Kika Moo Kau

I spotted jojo's cakes 

They had so many vegan cakes that looked so good!

But we were too full

We shared a peanut tofu wrap and a breakfast

Yum!

The wrap was so fresh and perfect for a hot day

I'd definitely get it again

And you can't go wrong with a breakfast!

I just wish they did scrambled tofu

Heaven!

The next day I got a surprise from my mum

She told me before as she was excited about it!

haha

Now this was a surprise!

I've been online buds with Becky for ages

I actually did my first craft swap with her

I call her the 'party planner queen' as she plans the most amazing themed parties!

Check out some here

I love the fact she goes all out

I saw her amazing bead creations and commented on her pic and she said she'd make me one

I decided to send her something in return

So I sent her one of my plush foxes 

A few days before my birthday a huge cardboard envelope arrived

I didn't have a clue what it was

This is what was in it!

The hearts and dollars are ice cube trays

Seriously!

Isn't this amazing??

I'm going to hang it above my desk

Thank you so much Becky

You're a total sweetheart and a star ♥

Cute cards!

If you see this drink, try it!

It's so good!

I got some lovely presents, but these two were really special

I always try and get my birthday gifts from Etsy

Handmade is best!

This is from Paul

(I just realised I don't have any pics, so these are from the shops)

I'd had my eye on this ring for a long time and it didn't disappoint!

It's so pretty and dainty

The seller was really lovely and got my ring out fast as I wanted it for my birthday

This next one is from Paul's parents

It's been in my Etsy favourites for ages

I need to take a pic of mine as it's slightly different

But this is the one from the shop

I'm going to sound like a cheese ball, but it's totally magical!

Mine has a little bit more purple in it and it's so unique!

(Click on the pics to visit the shops)

The rest of the weekend was just spent relaxing
It was a really lovely birthday and I'm already planning my next trip to Brighton

Hello....Is it me you're looking for?

Sorry, I can never resist dropping in a bit of Lionel!

I haven't blogged in ages

All this eye trouble has left me feeling less than chipper 

So I left blogging for a while

I'm off to the opticians next week for a check up and then if I'm not better it's back to the eye hospital

Arghhh!

I'm trying to stay positive, but it's been bloody hard!

Fingers crossed I'll be back to my chirpy self soon

Here are some pics from the last few weeks

As it's been boiling I've been having lots of smoothies, fresh fruit and juices

I'm not too into sweet juices, but this one was lovely and refreshing!

Watermelon and carrot

The shop near us sells huge watermelons so much cheaper than supermarkets so I've been having lots

Yum

 I love the smell of fresh strawberries

 At the beginning of July we went to Brighton for a day trip

I LOVE the sea air!

So lovely compared to humid London

 We just wandered, sat on the beach and played games on the pier

I beat Paul on the basketball machine!

I never do that, maybe my eye is turning super-human?

 Oh Brighton, I love you

 The lovely Jojo always posts about Boho Gelato so we went to check it out

I love anything grape flavoured, so we got grape

Paul said before we got there "oh, I don't like gelato"

Half way up the road and 2/3rds was gone!

Little liar!

They had 4 vegan options on the day we went

I'm definitely going back

 I love these retro tins

 And this is our haul from Infinity foods

I hadn't tried Vegusto before but heard so much good about the brand

But I have to say, I wasn't that impressed

I'll get the cheese next time

 This is gorgeous Paulo from down the road

He is so affectionate and has the loudest purr I've ever heard

Meow!

 NEW CAT ALERT!!

Paul had walked home at this point

Apparently, 10 minutes is too long to be stroking cats on the street!

I'll have to disagree!

 He's such an attention seeker

 Hello little one

You'll be getting lots of loves from me

 And of course

Princess Sisco

Mummi, people only read ur blog coz of moi!

And finally!!

Vegan pizza that delivers to us!

It's from Basillico

And it was good!

I'd definitely recommend it!

This is the cheese they use

x

Clairey Birthday Bonanza!

The reason for the name of the post is due to the fact I like to try and make my birthday last at least 3 days! haha!
Luckily, I have a boyfriend that puts up with me!
So, for my 30th we went to lovely Brighton
All the pics are from my phone, as dopey me forgot my camera!
I'd charged it and put it in the case ready aswell!
Oh well!

As soon as we stepped off the train the fresh, sea air hit me!

Lovely!

We've been quite a few times, so just decided to mooch around and enjoy the weather

Luckily the weather was gorgeous, despite all the bad forecasts

Ahh, the power of positive thought! :)

I know it may sound cheesy, but I truly feel alive when I'm near the sea

That's one thing I really miss about living in Wales (And family and friends of course-haha)

It was so hot, but the breeze was lovely!

Bliss!

I saw a lot of Fish & Chip shops had these sharks outside, bit strange!

I love the packaging, so cute!

I'd mentioned before that I wanted to get my main gifts from Etsy and I did!
Support handmade!

The pink quartz is from Paul's parents and the silver cloud is from Paul

As I've always said 'Dreams are necessary' I thought the cloud was quite fitting

The rings are from these shops in case you want to check them out

Pink quartz - Oh Kuol

Cloud ring - MIKOTITI

I love them both so much and the sellers are lovely

We had to visit the amazing Snoopers Paradise flea market

I could spend hours in there

I really wanted this little guy

When I was younger I was totally OBSESSED with trolls

Isn't this beautiful?

I loved this chair so much

We stopped for lunch at veggie restaurant Food for Friends

We got a starter and main special

It doesn't look to pretty, but the food was really good!

This beer is really yummy and refreshing

Amazing clouds on the way back

The day seemed to go so fast!

When I got home this was waiting for me!
A lovely card and cute postcards from the lovely Beth!
I love her artwork and her cat print is one of my faves
Thanks Beth, you're a sweetie!

I had to share this card my friend Nia sent me
Amazing!

Lovely flowers my mum sent
Other gifts I got was candles, lots of smellies and money! (Yay-My credit card was happy)

The rest of the evening we just cuddled up on the couch, got a bit tipsy and watched the telly
I couldn't have asked for a lovelier day!
I think Sisco wanted some champagne!
It's so funny, both Paul's parents and my mum sent a box with my pressies in
And in both was a little package for Sisco with treats in
So spoilt!