As I began to write this I thought that it seemed an awfully long thing since I’d typed a ‘favourites’ post – and I was right. Somehow I managed to completely forget to write one for January, whoops! This February (and January really!) has been majorly taken up by studying, coursework, sleeping and eating a lot of food. Not a bad few months, but not exactly exciting!
Countryside Walks
My Valentine’s consisted of a lovely, if slightly chilly, wander around Cannock Chase. It made me realize just how much I miss getting out and about in the fresh air. I’m going to make it a goal in March to get out for a walk at least twice a week – and not one that’s just to university and back!
Fruit Tea
I’ve recently cracked down on my tea intake; whilst I got it down last year (from 8-10 cups a day to 2) it’s crept back up again. I’m now getting into a routine of having my morning tea, then one when I get in from a day at uni – then fruit tea, flavoured water or squash at all other times. I’ve been loving Apple flavours, though my absolute favorite is Pomegranate & Raspberry. Perfect for relaxing with in the evenings.
Good Food – and Lots of It!
It’s no secret that I’m a huge lover of food, and this past month has been full of yummy things. I’ve been trialling some store-cupboard veggie bits and bobs from Granose – with some trepidation I must say! In fact they’ve all been surprisingly delicious so far, with the sausages being absolutely delicious with mash and onion gravy. I’ve also enjoyed some delicious Asian meals, and obviously I’m super excited for National Pie Week next week!
I’ve really been loving Instagram over the last couple of weeks, which has resulted in me upping the game when it comes to my own profile. I’d still love to improve my own account a little more, but it goes get difficult when the vast majority of my time is split between studying and sleeping!
Wedding Bits and Bobs
Whilst we haven’t reallyyy started planning yet, we’ve started putting together ideas (we’re already pretty much decided on centrepieces – priorities right?!) and even made a rough guest list. Next weekend we’re off to the Wedding Show in Birmingham, and I’ve got a few dress appointments lined up for my Easter break. Our plan is to do rough research now, then really kick-start the planning process towards the end of summer.
Switzerland
I spent a whirlwind 28 hours in Switzerland over the weekend, and whilst extremely nerve wracking it definitely reinforced how much I love the country. Trains that don’t run late and lots of cheese – what’s not to love?!
Cookies By Post
Will made some of my favorite White Chocolate & Cranberry Oat Cookies a few weeks back – and then sent me two in the post as a mid-week pick me up. The cookies were delicious, and it caused much giggling when the bemused postman asked me if the parcel was meant for our address – as it was missing the house number and road name…
I can imagine the next few months are going to be full of studying, excitement over revision timetables, and not a lot else! Roll on June – which will bring an end-of-exam mini-break (fingers crossed!), a few concerts and the start of my summer!
How was your February – any highlights to share?