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52 Lists // The Good Things About Your Town
Photos taken late Summer, 2013 The location. Hebden Bridge is a town surrounded by awesome countryside and the train links you (direct) to Manchester, Leeds and York. Perfect. The folk. The people in Hebbers are pretty creative; it’s a community full of artists, writers, musicians and crafters which makes it a lively, unique and inspiring place to live. The scenery is breathtaking. In all seasons this place blows me away. The abundance of independent shops, cafes and businesses including an awesome cinema…
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5 Positive Things To Do This Week #72
At the beginning of the week, portion healthy snacks in small Tupperware boxes for easy weekday snacking. Seek out inspiration. I love this Just Saying Pinterest board by Born and Bred Studio. Buy Daffodils for someone who makes you happy (and a bunch for yourself). Visit the cobbler and get worn down heels fixed, ready for Spring. Go for a walk and snap pictures of Snow Drops. I’m looking forward to doing this at the weekend with a flask of…
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52 Lists // Your To Do List This Week
Giant Globe storage Bag c/o Rose and Grey I’ve had to relegate a few things off this list because I have a few secrets to keep under my Peter Pan Collar (I am an annoying so-and-so). So this to do list is all the bits I’m up to in between work, blogging, normal housework and secret stuff. Edit my blog pages Write a birthday list Make plans for birthday weekend in York Send a birthday gift and congratulations card in…
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5 Positive Things To Do This Week #71
Save time in the mornings by sorting out your daily outfits for the rest of the week. Create a meal plan for the next 7 days. Treat yourself to new condiments for your kitchen cupboard and fridge. Mmm sweet chilli sauce. Take a look at the Bafta nominees and winners, and treat yourself to a movie night. I highly recommend Blue Jasmine! Declutter your fridge door of receipts, post and anything you no longer need. Give it a good clean…
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52 Lists // The Things That Make You Happy You’re Alive
Waking up next to the OH Going to gigs American pancakes with blueberries and maple syrup Holidays near the sea My nephew and niece Beautiful art, photography and craft Kind and selfless people Watching films The Yorkshire Moors My university friends A new pair of shoes (brogues, loafers and ankle boots please) The comfort of home I could easily go on… What things make you happy you’re alive? ♥ P.S See my previous lists here as part of the Made in Hunters 52…
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5 Positive Things To Do This Week #70
Bake with someone. Making things is awesome; making with other people is great! Go ten pin bowling with friends. Buy someone a takeaway coffee without asking them. Look through your Summer photos and start thinking of days filled with sunshine. Eat your tea at the kitchen table as often as you can. Or if you don’t have one, like us, make an effort to turn the TV off and play music instead. Brew up and see my previous 5 Positive Things posts here.…
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52 Lists // My Favourite Quotes
Live it like you love it. – The Charlatans Every day may not be good but there is good in every day. – Unknown Don’t compare your beginning with someone else’s middle. – Jon Acuff We’re all in it together. – Brazil There’s only X amount of time. You can do whatever you want with that time. It’s your time. – Lou Reed ♥ P.S See my previous lists here as part of the Made in Hunters 52 lists project
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5 Positive Things To Do This Week #69
If you live near a beach (lucky, lucky you), go collect seashells with friends. Pick yourself up a bright, jolly and sturdy umbrella to make these wet and grey days that little bit happier. Sort through your spice rack and get rid of anything out of date. Ask information about your family history from the eldest member (preferably female) and begin researching your family tree. Research some seasonal recipes. Go crazy with beetroot, kale and leeks! Brew up and see my…
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5 Positive Things To Do This Week #68
Read through these cheaper alternatives to fancy-pants posh ingredients from A Girl Called Jack. Love her ideas! Buy Baby’s Breath (Gypsophila) to pop around the house. Perfect for an inexpensive Winter pick-me-up. Organise your home with these brilliant ideas from Design Sponge. Buy a travel guide for your next holiday adventure. Check out your library too! Receive soap for Christmas, but you prefer hand wash? Pop them in your drawers or wardrobe to make them smell nice. Tumble dryer sheets are…
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5 Positive Things To Do This Week #66
Pop a note in the pocket of your favourite person and let them know how awesome they are. Or text someone you love to brighten up their early morning. Find Jenga. Play Jenga. Sort out your bookshelves. Any books you think someone you know would like? Leave a little note in the front cover and pop through their letterbox, post in the mail or leave on a train (unexpected gifts are the best). Sit with a hot drink outside (when…
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5 Positive Things To Do This Week #65
Apart from eating, drinking and being merry here’s a few things to make the coming week a good one! Spend a little time reading all of the Christmas cards you have received and be grateful for all the people in your life. If possible give your home/room a good clean tonight so it is sparkly and tidy for Christmas. Don’t forget a Christmas soundtrack! There are lots of cars and pedestrians trying to get home today and tomorrow so be…
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5 Positive Things To Do This Week #64
Spend an hour or two looking through old photographs one night this week. Check your rubbish/recycling collection times for the Christmas period and recycle anything you can in advance. Tip – give old magazines to friends/family for them to read over the festive break. Look after each other this week; make people extra cups of tea, smile, and be nice. Have a sort out of your fridge and get rid of anything past its best. Treat yourself to a fancy…