Friday 18 March 2022

My spring clothing wish list 2022.

 Hey readers, 

As of 20th March, it is officially Spring, yay which means lighter nights, warmer days, and not so many layers in clothing. I have selected 10 pieces of garments that I think are amazing and would love to have for the spring season.

My spring clothing wish list 2022.

1. Yours Clothing - £23.99.

My spring clothing wishlist 2022.

My first piece is this lovely light green knit from Yours Clothing. It is light but it is not too heavy but great if you just want a little bit of extra clothing on to keep you warm.

2. Asos - £25.00.

My spring clothing wishlist 2022.

This next piece is from Asos is a lovely mini midi dress in bright pink and red with the fun design of flowers on, a great design to brighten up my wardrobe. 

3. Kaleidoscope - £59.00.

My spring clothing wishlist 2022.

Sometimes during changes of season, it can be hard to know what to do regarding coats as sometimes it can be too hot for a full coat and sometimes is enough to protect you from the chili breeze. Well, I have a perfect solution to this dilemma with this stunning purple blazer from Kaleidoscope is a perfect statement piece to have you can wear smart occasions or wear it casual with trainers and jeans making it a very versatile piece to have. 

4. River island - £32.00. 

My spring clothing wishlist 2022.

Coming in next is this casual number from River Island with this light blue oversized shirt for the perfect casual look and it is so versatile whether it is done up or let loose you can make it match any outfit you want.

5. Sainsbury's - £22.00.

My spring clothing wishlist 2022.

Nothing says comfort like mom jeans and these jeans are a little bit different than the norm with the white daisy embroidery on them, they will be perfect to team up with a white t-shirt and trainers. You can purchase these jeans from Sainsbury's.

6. Matalan - £12.50.

My spring clothing wishlist 2022.

This pink top from Matalan is so cute with the thrilled sleeve top, it will keep you warm but not too much so partnering with trainers is perfect for the spring season. 

7. Asda - £12.50. 

My spring clothing wishlist 2022.

Of course, with every great outfit a good bag is a must, Check out this lovely black pleased crossbody bag from Asda. It is black so makes it suitable for a variety of different outfits that you can wear throughout the springtime. 

8. Next - £80.00. 

My spring clothing wishlist 2022.

Having a gilet is a great piece to have in the wardrobe especially during springtime when you want something a bit warm but not too hot this is a perfect solution for the dilemma, This is a longline belted gilet from Next which open and close depending on how warm you are and the colour I really like in khaki green. 

9. Joules - £45.95. 

My spring clothing wishlist 2022.

This dress from Joules is a lovely yellow spring colour with the spots to brighten anyone's day up. It is a lovely floaty dress that you can wear for casual park dates having picnics or dressing it up with tights and a cardigan for when it is more chili days to be had. 

10. Monsoon - 55.00. 

My spring clothing wishlist 2022.

These beautiful green cotton trousers from Monsoon with detailed floral embroidery at the side of the pockets and embellished with miniature beats give all the bohemian vibes. 

What is your favorite clothing item that I have picked for my spring clothing list? Love to hear your thoughts in the comment section down below.

Cheers for reading X 


loopyloulaura

Monday 14 March 2022

10 fun things to do on a rainy day.

Hey readers,

When days are wet and you can't bear another day trapped in the four walls while you slowly go insane then you must check out my safe list of places to go indoors. They are child-friendly, dry, and more importantly cheap.

10 fun things to do on a rainy day.

1. Library.

Go to the library, read some books, choose some books and let the kids check them out. It is all very exciting and costs nothing.

2) Garden centre. 

Your local garden centre is great as it has lots of random tat and they tend to have a coffee shop. Not to mention if you are lucky enough fish to see and everyone is happy!

3) Ikea. 

Got to love going to IKEA.  Child-friendly, free play for 3yo, cheap food, and child-themed play areas. Both my boys love this place and they can run around causing them to tire them out, #winning.

4) Coffee shop. 

Hit a coffee shop, my boys adore the mini cups as they feel like an adult. I also appreciate the atmosphere as it is a great chilled vibe.

5) Mcdonalds. 

McDonald's where you can go get a happy meal and it comes with a toy, what more could a child want.  I have written a post here about why I love this place so much!

6) Bus trip. 

Get on a bus for an adventure. My boys love a good trip out on a bus.

7) Green conservatory area.

We live near a free (whoop) green conservatory area for the public. It had plenty of green and a pond full of fish. Beautiful settings and makes a change for me and the boys.

8) Museums.

Faithful museums are free and educational.

9) Pets at Home. 

If in dealt go to Pets At Home, it is basically a free zoo.

10) Odean. 

If you won't have a sit down in a quiet, dark room, go to your local Odean where every morning during holiday time and weekends term time they have tickets for children films for £2.50.

Have I missed out on some good places to take kids when it is pouring down with rain? Love to hear your thoughts in the comment section down below. 

Cheers for reading X


Sunday 13 March 2022

My Sunday Photo 13/03/2022




         RachelSwirl


Friday 11 March 2022

50 of the best Mother's Day captions for Instagram

Hey readers, 

Mother's day is happening on Sunday 21st March 2022 this year and what better way to show your mum some love with a few kind words. Below I picked a variety of captions suitable to add Instagram photos to celebrate your mums in your life. 

50 of the best Mother's Day captions for Instagram
Cute mother's Day captions. 

1. No matter how old she may be, sometimes a girl just needs her mum.

2. Not always eye to eye, but always heart to heart.

3. There aren’t enough flowers in the world to show you how much you mean to me.

4. Mum: A title just above queen.

5. Life doesn't come with a manual, it comes with a mother.

6. Who needs a superhero when I have her?

7. Home is wherever my mum is.

8. A mother is your first friend, your best friend, your forever friend.

9. Mums are like buttons — they hold everything together.

10. A mother's hug lasts long after she lets go.

11. The only thing better than having you for a mum is my children having you for a grandma.

12. To the world you are a mother, but to our family, you are the absolute world.

13. Out of all the mums in the world, I am so glad you are mine.

14. My mother is a walking miracle.

15. I love my mum to the moon and back.

16. Behind every great woman is an even better mother.

17. No matter how old she is, sometimes a girl just needs her mum.

18. Mum, I can’t see your heart, but I know it’s made of gold.

19. Thanks for giving me the best things in life: Your love, your care, and your cooking.

20. If I didn’t have you as a mum, I’d choose you as a friend.

Funny captions. 

21. Cheers to the woman who gave up wine for nine months, just for me.

22. Mum, I'm sorry for all the times I didn't take the chicken out of the freezer. I get it now.

22. You're not a regular mum, you're a cool mum!

23. Nothing is really lost until your mum can’t find it.

24. Thank you for giving me life. And thank you for not taking it back during my teenage years.

25. Mum, I forgive you for replacing me with cats.

26. I love how we don’t have to say out loud that I’m your favorite child.

27. My Mother's Day gift to you is apologizing for ages 12-17. Sorry I was terrible.

28. Love you loads, Mum! Speaking of... can you do my laundry?

29. Mothers are a gift to humanity. End of story
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30. Mum—you’re definitely one of my favorite parents.

31. Sometimes when I open my mouth, my mother comes out.

32. I still can't fold a fitted sheet, but you did a good job.

33. Thanks for always loving me, even though all of my awkward phases.

33. In a surprising turn of events, my mother was right. About everything.

34. Everything I learned about being awesome, I learned from my mum.

35. Mum, you were right about everything. There, I said it!

36. She wore Mum jeans before it was cool.

Quote Captions.

37. "I love you 3000." — Tony Stark, Avengers End Game.

38. "My mother was my role model before I even knew what that word was." — Lisa Leslie.

39. "My mum is a strong woman and I love her for it." — Tom Hiddleston.

40. "To describe my mother would be to write about a hurricane in its perfect power." —Maya Angelou.

41. "Mother is a verb. It’s something you do. Not just who you are." — Dorothy Canfield Fisher.

42. "Acceptance, tolerance, bravery, compassion. These are the things my mum taught me." — Lady Gaga.

43. "A mother’s arms are more comforting than anyone else’s." — Princess Diana.

44. "All that I am, or ever hope to be, I owe to my angel mother." — Abraham Lincoln.

44. "Call your mother. Tell her you to love her. Remember you're the only person who knows what her heart sounds like from the inside." — Rachel Wolchin.

45. "He didn't realize that love as powerful as your mothers for you leaves its own mark." — J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter, and the Sorcerer's Stone.

46. "My mother is a walking miracle." — Leonardo DiCaprio.

47. "Life began with waking up and loving my mother’s face." — George Eliot.

48. "Biology is the least of what makes someone a mother."  Oprah Winfrey.

49. "I would say that my mother is the single biggest role model in my life... She was the love of my life." — Mindy Kaling.

50. "A mother’s love is the fuel that enables a normal human being to do the impossible." — Marion C. Garretty.

Cheers for reading X
loopyloulaura

Monday 7 March 2022

10 of the best Easter eggs 2022

Hey readers,

Easter is on Sunday 17th April 2022 this year and what better way to celebrate than with a chocolate egg. There is so much choice out there and I have picked a variety of my favorite that I have found that are available to buy this year. 

10 of the best Easter eggs 2022

1. Hotel Chocolat -  Extra thick you crack me up Easter egg - 400g - £30. 

10 of the best Easter eggs 2022

Of to a cracking start with this luxurious egg from Hotel Chocolat with this extra-thick chocolate. The egg has 40 percent milk chocolate on one side, and creamy caramel-white chocolate on the other, you can decide which side to break into first. Once you decide to manage to get inside the £30 400g egg, you will find praline and caramel bunnies and egg-face treats which can feed the whole family. 

2. Ocado - Lindt Gold bunny and egg - 360g - £12.

10 of the best Easter eggs 2022
Lindt gold bunny milk Easter egg gift set made with the finest Lindt milk chocolate wrapped in gold. Make them smile from ear to ear with our iconic Lindt gold bunny, accompanied by the finest milk chocolate egg from Lindt.

 Made with the finest ingredients, sourced from world-renowned growing regions. A delicious and indulgent gift for Easter. Since 1845, the Lindt Master Chocolatiers have been dedicated to creating the perfect chocolate delights to bring joy into your home at Easter

3. Aldi - Moser Roth white chocolate lovers duo egg 290g - £5.99.

10 of the best Easter eggs 2022
Aldi are offer nothing but eggceptional in their budget eggs. This duo egg is perfect for chocolate lovers it is made up of two parts, one half white chocolate with redcurrants, raspberries, and blueberries. Whilst the other section is made up of white chocolate and caramel  Top quality chocolate but also kind on your bank balance, perfect combo. 

4. Marks & Spencer - cereal milk-egg - £8.

10 of the best easter eggs 2022

This year Marks & Spencer is bringing something a bit different to the table with the cereal milk Egg. If you’ve become as obsessed with anything cereal milk-ba then this is going to be right up your street.M&S’s “extremely crunchy” Cereal Milk egg is a white chocolate egg that’s stuffed full of sugar confetti, marshmallows, cornflakes, and cereal crisp pieces.”

5. Fortnum & Mason - Easter praline scotch egg 130g - £17.95.

10 of the best Easter eggs 2022

This next Easter egg is a bit different as it is mimicking an Easter egg, it is described as a  praline scotch egg. Taking inspiration from the classic scotched egg which was created back in 1738, it's made from a simnel-flavored milk chocolate praline with a delicious orange ganache centre and a roasted hazelnut and cocoa nib coating. 

6. Morrisons - Cadbury Twirl orange large Easter egg 241g - £1.99.

10 of the best Easter eggs 2022

If your fan of the orange twirl then good news as this year Cadbury have brought out an orange twirl easter egg which contains a milk chocolate egg with a hint of orange and two orange twirl bars to get your zesty taste buds going, 

7. Thorntons - Continental statement Easter egg257g - £12.00.

10 of the best Easter eggs 2022

Decorated with swirling loops of white and dark chocolate, this smooth milk chocolate egg is a must for anyone who loves our Continental range.

With a selection of 8 delicious Continental chocolates, including Alpini Praline and Sicilian Lemon, treat someone special this Easter.

8. Waitrose - No1 Blonde chocolate with salted caramel truffles Easter egg 215g - £10.00. 

10 of the best Easter eggs 2022

White chocolate with caramelised sugar, feuilletine wafer, and salt egg with 4 salted caramel truffles decorated in edible lustre. A luxurious Easter egg made of creamy caramelised white chocolate with feuilletine and fleur de sel, with a secret box of four salted caramel truffles hidden underneath.
9. Chococo - Giant milk chocolate honeycombe studded Easter egg 400g - £27.50. 
10 of the best Easter eggs 2022

This is a giant honeycombe-studded egg with 45%Venezuela-origin milk chocolate. Full of rich, full of flavour cocoa notes & very creamy. Studded with sweet, crunchy honeycombe chunks. The honeycombe is made with local Dorset honey. 

10. Cocoa Loco - Marbled chocolate Easter egg - £12.99. 

10 of the best Easter eggs 2022

Organic dark, milk, and white chocolate mixed beautifully together...The fairtrade marble chocolate Easter egg is nothing but divine! The perfect Easter egg for anyone who can't decide what their favourite chocolate is or anyone wanting a bit of everything! You can be guaranteed that the chocolate that is used in the chocolate is organic, fairtrade certified, palm oil-free, and handmade with love in West Sussex!

What Easter egg on the list tickles your fancy? Love to hear your thoughts in the comment section down below. 

Cheers for reading X 

Sunday 6 March 2022

My Sunday Photo 06/03/2022

My Sunday Photo 06/03/2022





It was World Book Day on Thursday (03/03/2022) and the boys love Dr. Who so of course, they wanted to dress as Dr. Who (Matt Smith) so they were super happy with daddy amazing outfit he gt all the bits. They were just so cute!


             RachelSwirl


Friday 4 March 2022

5 ways to unplug from technology

 Hey readers,

Today is a national day of unplugging. So first of if you haven't heard the term unplug you may wonder what that mean. Well essential it means just not using technology (mainly your phone or computer) to have some time away from the screen to recharge your batteries and do things that are not needing to use your devices such as running a bath, playing a board game, reading a book or simply having a chat with a loved one. 

It is found that if we spend a lot of time on social media it can make us feel negative with feelings of missing out, not being good enough, and so on and so forth.

5 ways to unplug from technology

 
That is why coming away from the screen gives us a break and time to just stop and think about what is happening around us physically rather than in the world of the internet.

So here are my 5 tips on how to unplug from technology. 

1. Alternative activities. 

I often pull out my phone when I don't know what to do with myself. One of the best ways to unplug is to simply find better things to do. Whether it's spending time with friends, reading, or a hobby, engaging with the world around you is an easy way to stay away from technology.

2. Put down your phone at mealtimes. 

When I eat with certain friends and family members, we put our phones in the middle of the table. Anyone who simply has to check their phone gets lighthearted public shaming.

3. Read a book. 

 Too much screen time is wreaking havoc on our eyes, posture, and brains. Taking breaks from the screen to read a book is a nice way to still get information and enjoyment, but without the physical strain induced by an electronic device. If you like to read in bed, prop a pillow behind your head so you are not looking down at the book, this ensures your neck is in a neutral position.

4. Airplane mode. 

 When you need a mental break throughout the day, take advantage of your phone’s “airplane mode.” Uninterrupted time is critical not only to ensure you complete tasks but also to unleash your creativity. Your brain needs time to think, ponder and plan. And you need some peace!

5. Notifications. 

 To avoid information overload and apps piquing your interest each time your screen lights up or your phone beeps or buzzes, turn off notifications on all apps that don’t require immediate action. 

To start, some apps that are easy to turn off are news apps, store apps, social media, and notifications of random apps that require no attention (for instance camera apps). This will lighten up your phone and make you less distracted.

5 benefits of unplugging.

This will instantly enable you to become more present in your life and that, in turn, will do the following;

* Strengthen interpersonal communication and your relationships.

* Boost creativity and focus.

* De-stress and calm anxiety or fear.

* Improve gratitude.

* Create inner peace and joy.

Try to incorporate these tips into your daily routine and life will suddenly become more engaging and less stressful!

What do you think of my tips on how to unplug from technology? Are there any tips I have missed that have worked well for you? Love to hear your thoughts in the comment section down below. 

Cheers for reading X

loopyloulaura

Monday 28 February 2022

Why libraries are good for children

Hey readers,

I love the library as there are so many different types of books for anyone regardless of age or income to borrow and read. Reading is such a relaxing activity and something I want to encourage my children to enjoy. In this post I am going to focus on why libraries are good for children, you can read my thoughts down below. 

Why libraries are good for children

Firstly, if you make it a fun day out for your child, such as getting on a bus, grabbing a drink, and checking out the books that are available at your local library. This can be a positive influence on the way that child views reading and furthermore can create excitement and a sense of adventure.

The library is such a brilliant place as it is open to everyone no matter what your background. At the library, there is so much choice and a diverse range of books to take out for free so you don't have to worry about how much it is going to cost to buy books.

Going to the library can give your child a sense of independence in choosing the books that they like the look of.  This can also help your child to get the motivation to want to read something that they are interested in...

With getting your children to join up with the library, they have their own library card, meaning that they have their own responsibility.  It teaches the child to look after books and also makes sure that the books get back on time or they will quickly learn that if you do not follow rules there will be consequences. Personally, I feel this is such a valuable lesson to learn for the child to learn in life that with choice.

Giving the child the opportunity in accessing the library services allows that child to learn, understand and helps enhance imagination.  It can help with their education, learning and allow the child to explore. It can also give the child confidence in themselves as they learn more and more information.

Do you like to take your children to the library? What do you think about kids going to libraries? Love to hear your thoughts down below. 

Cheers for reading X

Sunday 27 February 2022

My Sunday Photo 27/02/2022


The boys were impressed with our city's mayors car :D

Cheers for reading X




             RachelSwirl


Friday 25 February 2022

The day in the life of a depressive.

Hey readers,

Today I woke up elevated with thoughts of all sorts of possibilities and within ten minutes everything got shot down again. You see depression for me anyway is not where you sit in the corner and cry 24/7 - though there have been times when I have done that. But I feel depression is not simply the black cloud that hangs above but it is all sorts of emotions that I experience during the day.

The day in the life of a depressive.

This may seem an odd thing to say but there are glimpses of happiness that can last 30 seconds to five minutes and I have even been known to laugh. You would think nothing was wrong with me, but you will be fooled.

Then my brain reminds me of how shit my life is and how I mess up everything, and the majority of the time it can be rooted in my autism. I don't care what people's views are living with autism is no walk in the park and it is hard to deal with. Sometimes, I just want to have a break from myself and then just stop the work. It is exhausting and emotionally draining, which affects my mood deeply.

The next feeling could be agitation and just the general hopelessness of being stuck in a situation that I have no control over.

Anger comes along when I have to listen to the next person who tells me that it is mind over matter and that I can achieve anything if I put my mind to it. Don't let the autism get the way they chant, but basically, everyone can fuck I want to be dead. For that one second sometimes you think the world would be better if I simply didn't exist than having to deal with the nonsense that circulates around my head.

But then there are moments that are beautiful that are full of wonder and amazement that I can almost think I have achieved something good that day.

Until you start crying randomly at some music that brings it all back and all the negativity is refaced.

You see depression isn't just one set of emotions, I have only named a few in this post but I want people to be aware that this mental illness is not just a dichotomy and that it is much more complicated than what the media portray.

Cheers for reading X

loopyloulaura

Wednesday 23 February 2022

Figure Out What You Can About Freebies Today!

You'll want to learn about freebies because they can save you time and money. They're a great way to get familiar with a product. Plus, they are free for the customer and so they are something that a lot of people will enjoy.

Figure Out What You Can About Freebies Today!

There are a lot of freebies you can get, you just have to know how to search for them and use websites like bestfreestuff.co.uk. In that way, you'll be sure to get a great idea as to whether or not you're getting a freebie that will get to you in time for it to be useful. Don't order a bunch of freebies that are from an older promotion, try to find those that just came out. That way, you can be sure that they didn't run out and that you can get your free items as soon as they come out for you.

When you get a freebie you need to make sure you check over it as soon as possible. If it's a food item, for instance, it may not last that long. A sample size isn't going to be as big as a regular portion in the way of food or products you can use that expire after a certain amount of time. There should be a date on everything, so follow that for the best results. Don't use anything you get that accidentally was opened or anything of that nature so that you can be sure to be safe.

Now it should be more clear to you what you need to know about freebies for them to be something you can enjoy. There are quite a few out there that will meet your needs in the right way. Just be careful to select what is going to work the best for you!

If you want to win a Lindt Gold Bunny then all you have to do is simply visit here and enter. They have 300 available.  

Monday 21 February 2022

Easy pancake recipe.

 Hey readers,

Who doesn't like a good pancake and with Shove Tuesday this year on 1st March then you need my easy pancake recipe, no stress just tasty pancakes. 

Easy pancake recipe.

Ingredients. 

* 100g flour

* 2 large eggs

* 300ml milk

* 1 tbsp on sunflower oil plus a bit more for the frying element. 

* Lemon juice (optional). 

* Caster sugar (optional). 

How to make pancakes. 

To make the batter sieve the flour, then make a well in the middle. Pour the egg slowly into the well and slowly whish the milk to make a smooth batter. He should be the consistency of pouring milk. 

Heat the frying pan and put a little oil to coat the pan. When it is hot enough get some kitchen roll and wipe away the access of oil left in the frying pan. Add a small ladleful of batter and tilt the pan to swirl the batter evenly and thinly. Cook the pancake for 1-2 minutes or until the pancake is golden underneath. 

Losen the edges of all the pancake with a palette knife. Flip over and cook for another minute or until golden. Slide on the plate and sprinkle some caster sugar and lemon onto the pancake. Of course, you don't have to that you can simply but whatever condiment you enjoy to have on your pancake. 

Enjoy X



Sunday 20 February 2022

My Sunday Photo 20/02/2022


Half term holiday mayhem 😂



             RachelSwirl