The Me Time Tag

Is this outdoorsy enough for you?

Me Time is synonymous to moments of peace, luxury, self indulgence and telling everyone to back away as you selfishly take some time out to do just you. Warranted this is something everyone should indulge in from time to time, if you have to go away for a weekend -  GO, if it means switching off your cell phone and just disconnecting from the world while you loaf about in teeny shorts and t-shirt go right ahead.

Personally me –time leaves me feeling refreshed, liberated and gives me the time to just self reflect or not think at all. It’s so good to be connected to amazing local bloggers who just add that extra something special to your life too and thanks to Tendai Kamusikiri of Signature Toscie http://signaturetoscie.co.zw/ for tagging me on the Me Time Tag challenge which I am so in love with.  The idea of sharing what I get up to when it’s just me living it up in my own space has me excited to over-share.

What do you watch/read during me time?

Thank God for PVR. I don’t always have the time to watch telly all day but I do make sure I find time to sneak in my recordings. I’m big on House of DVF, Sarah Graham’s Food Safari, which just ended and am now currently following ZOO, the Left Overs and AD.

I do love to watch some old favourite movies from time to time like Grease, Mighty Joe, The Titanic, The Temptations, Matilda, The Notebook, The time travelers wife, PS I love you – these are just feel good movies that take me back to the good old days LOL– look at me talking like I’m so old...

I used to watch loads of horror movies during me time but I’ve totally moved on from that phase, name any horror movie and I’ve probably watched it.

 I read plenty of magazines – I’m a collector – been collecting magazines since 2003 and I ain’t stopping – lots of my inspiration comes from them and it’s a great way to escape from everything that’s trying to grab my attention.

What do you wear during me time?

Shorts and tank tops mostly...

What are your me time beauty products?

Body Scrubs, Mud Masks, Facial Scrubs and Bath Bombs, Bath Salts and Bath Oils....

Current favourite nail polish?

Any gel nail polishes are great!!! I hate it when nails chip and I am all about longevity so gel nail polish is perfect.

What do you eat/drink during me time?

When in doubt – drink coffee!!!!! Its absolute fuel...Energy drinks too but not at the same time - though I’ve thought about it... I also have a soft spot for green tea – it’s an acquired taste but once I start on it I can go for weeks just drinking it on a daily and chamomile tea is great when you just want to relax and quickly snooze off.

I eat whatever tastes good and includes meat, though I also love strawberries and yoghurt.

Current favourite candle?

Vanilla from Sassafras Borrowdale

Do you ever have outdoor me time?

Rarely, I do take walks sometimes but I don’t prefer them alone. I also take naps in the gazebo – does that count??

Would you ever see a movie alone?

Been there, done that, next question.

Favourite Online Shop?

Still exploring...

Though my bestie runs an online store called sassiestyle.com - you should check it...

Anything to add? What else do you do during me time?

I read my bible, I pray, I meditate

& when I’m done I attempt to do lazy girl workouts

& then I write...

Next I'd like to tag Goodness Gracious Tariro of Girls and Ladies Hoolywoodlee  Strictly Chic and Robin Chaibva

After writing all this and going through the me time motions I feel inspired to indulge already... 

Laters...

 

Spilled Contents: What’s In the Bag?

A ladies bag is closer than a best friend, painting the town red with you, heading into a boardroom meeting with you or when you go meet the parents – it’s the ultimate side chick. It’s with you 24/7 and can be tossed aside when you invest in a newer more stylish version. Sound’s selfish right? But no, it understands its purpose and position and has just about everything you need to survive the day. Personally I find it intriguing when I see a fellow she warrior with no bag or a tiny clutch – which I reserve for date night and evenings out only cause I definitely can’t do it – I’m the ultimate bag lady, so you will always catch me out tote bag in tow. I hardly travel light, usually because I like to have some of my favourite things with me –wherever I go and I hate the feeling of needing something that’s all the way home –when I require it –so their staple items in my bag that I always use and there’s the just in case something happens items as well. For the curious souls and those who just don’t understand it here are my spilled contents......

Bag staples

Tissue oil - for all over moisturised skin plus I can’t stand having dry hands.

Wipes – always come in handy for spills, makeup mishaps and hot days were you need to cool off and refresh.

A bottle of water- hardly in my bag but stored in there when it’s empty. I am a woman on the go and I have to stay hydrated.

My wallet – which could do with a few more dollars (#hides #thebloggerlife).

A pen – Kind of obvious – I love to write down stuff – sometimes everything I see and hear. (Still thinking of Robin’s line _”The only tips we know are French tips” Head to her blog to check out what she’s all about –  www.tatendarobyn.wordpress.com

Perfume – it’s persuasive and can double up as pepper spray if someone tries to attack you, haven’t tried it out though but I’d like to think it does..

Lipstick – Coco Chanel – summed it up perfectly in this quote “If you're sad, add more lipstick and attack. #daymade

Eyeliner and Mascara - wink... La selfie life

Just because

A notepad and a magazine....

Sunglasses- for style factor...

Emergency room

Pads and Tampons – no explanation needed (I wish guys would stop squirming every time they see one though)

Chewing gum - for obvious reasons

A razor blade – (don’t ask!!!!)

Food News

Obsession of the month

Malva Pudding!!!!!! For just $2.00 you can get yourself this delicious soft sweetness which has just enough the sugar to satisfy any sweet tooth cravings you have. Personally when I think I’ve had enough – I find myself heading out of the house just for that and left stocking up on it like a maniac –trust me it’s that good and you won’t want to share. Head over to Food Lovers Market if you know what’s good for you.

No, I don't want to share!!!

Candy Crush of the month

Veldemeers which can be found by Sam Levy’s Village and Arundel village is the place to go for the heart of good chocolate. They are the retailers of Belgian chocolates, croissants, cakes and continental pastries. This local home of authentic, handcrafted Belgian chocolates will give you a sugar rush that you can’t find anywhere else.

New on the market

I recently discovered this product by Coca Cola - Just Juice 100% sparkling fruit juice in Strawberry Cherry flavour which just might become my go-to drink. It tastes so good, sparkles to the core and is bubbly. Delivering full-on sensory enjoyment – the fruity taste is incomparable.

Fave foodie

 – Sarah Graham  from  the TV series Sarah Graham’s Food Safari who lived in Zimbabwe but now lives in Johannesburg and has three cook books, called Bitten, Smitten and Home  which I’m yet to read but are on my got-to-get list. Check out her food blog http://afoodieliveshere.co.za/ for all kinds of recipes that will put a smile on your ace and make you fall in love over and over again with food that’s so good for the heart. You can also find out what she’s working on and the events she hosts or will be attending on it.

Sarah Graham

What needs to go?

Unhealthy food habits. Enjoy food but maintain a healthy relationship with it. I’m currently trying to reduce my caffeine and sugar intake. The struggle is real especially when mocha latte’s and espresso are life. Wish me luck.