So last Wednesday when I had a bit of free time to myself went into TK Maxx in Wimbledon and found some really great items.
The Super finds I found were these:
these are Cranberry and Raspberry infusion teabags for £1.29, and they are really nice and refreshing, and I have now got in the habit of having one of these before bedtime.
I also found this water bottle, which is one designed by Joe Wicks, which I didn’t realise but it is a really great find, as I do have another one, but I like the way you can clip the cover over the spout where you drink from, so it doesn’t spill.
I also bought another bumbag, which I think is for cyclists but I don’t care it looks ideal for me as I love walking but to tend to carry a lot so this will help me minimise what I take and will still carry my belongings. This was £4.99.
I was also looking for a money box for Henry because he loves playing with pretend money and so I wanted a money box that he could his money in once he had finished playing with it and wouldn’t get lost.
However I didn’t find one so I found a little small plastic container.
Anyway I am off to Wandsworth today as there is a Sainsbury’s so I can pick up some food for the week, a Primark, yippy and a Poundland, so if I find some hidden treasures there I will let you know.
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Carrie X
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In the summer it is important for me to keep my skin hydrated and my hair at all times, because I have quite sensitive skin and hair, and so I can’t always use perfumed products because they can make my skin and hair look flaky and quite greasy.
Talking hair and skincare, if you know of a way I can keep my creams and scrubs and deodorants chilled when we have a heatwave in the UK, this would be most helpful, because I tried putting them in a cool bag with an ice pack from the freezer but it didn’t work. I would put them in the fridge but as I share the fridge with others, so that is not possible.
Anyway, the one brand I always use is Nivea because my skin and nivea like each other immensely and I can always rely on this range. I use Nivea cream for my face and when on offer I will buy the Nivea Shower creams aswell.
The Nivea Face Cream
I use a night cream from O’real Paris that is really nice from Wilkos, but I am close to using up this face cream and I have bought a night cream from the Simple range to try, so once I have I will let you know how it is.
With my face they can not be soap products, so I use a specific face wash at the moment I am using a Cucumber face wash, but as this is my last tube I have purchased the SKIN range. I do like to mix my face wash up just for a change and because SKIN range seems to be less in price than the cucumber one I using now.
SKIN brand is good, I thought this brand was exclusive only to Wilkos as never saw it in other shops, but its not, you can get this range from Sainsbury’s and does really clean the face.
The shower gel I am using is a Dove one as the pharmacy, Boots had a big size one on offer and I have used Dove in the passed and feels good on the skin and that my body is properly cleaned.
I am not so keen on the Dove body sprays as they do leave marks including the one that says it doesn’t but it does, but the shower gels are really nice to use. I have also got two body scrubs I use, one being from The Garden Collection, which I also have the moisturiser from in this range and a Joules body scrub. These came from gift sets, as I love a gift set and like to use these once or twice a week.
For my hair I alternate products when washing it. The Shampoo and conditioner I use are Head and Shoulders Anti Dandruff and Advance Techniques from Avon. I also use a hair refresher spray from Avon”s Natural Hair care range. I am about to finish the one I have so I made an order for more, as I spray these in between washing my hair and keeps it feeling really fresh and hydrated.
I don’t always blow dry my hair and when it is really hot I tend to air dry my hair as it is nice a cold and I feel so refreshed and clean when it is wet.
I recently bought some E45 cream because sometimes after I have shaved my legs they can become really itchy and blotchy, and so I use E45 rather then perfumed moisturisers because they can cause further irritation.
Never shave with cold water because I find when I do I end up cutting my leg very easily. Always shave with warm water, and don’t moisturise to soon after shaving as this can cause burning.
I have also started to take supplements again to help keep my skin and body be healthy. I take a multivitamin and a cod liver oil tablet, which is great for nails and skin.
Looking after yourself is a must, and we can often forget about ourselves when we have others to look after, so make time to look after your hair and your skin, as we only have one, so lets take care of it.
If you have any products you’d like to recommend to me, please do so by leaving a comment below.
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Many thanks for reading,
Carrie X
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So if you didn’t know and didn’t get a chance to read my last post then I have a new Online course for you to enrol on if you need some training on Good Customer Service as I have made some mistakes in my time and wanted to share my knowledge and experience, to help you.
So I have made some good purchases this year that I would love to share with you. I know I have done similar posts, but wanted to share these items with you.
Here are some purchases I have loved so far this year.
First of all it is this pair of black trainers purchased from Sainsbury’s for £14 and they are really light on your feet and easy to walk in. Sometimes a size 5 is too big for me, so often I have to go a half size, size 4 and a half, but not many stores do half sizes still.
When it comes to trainers they don’t have to be expensive, but if you running or play sports like tennis then I would recommend buying specialised running trainers and tennis shoes, because these types are made for daily and general use and may not be comfortable or suitable for running or playing sports.
They do have some nice fashion pieces in Sainsbury’s that I am often tempted to buy something new, and there is a lot of choice. I really think they have up the ante on their clothes and would recommend their clothes.
The next item is a black and white top bought in the sale at TK Maxx and was under £10, and I love it, I have worn it a lot and is comfortable and covers the right places.
I am very self conscious in the summer and so having a top like this helps to keep you cool but isn’t figure hugging, and fits nicely.
The next item I have enjoyed wearing are these Peach coloured shorts from Primark and they were £5.00. They are a bit short for me to wear them alone as I do have the problem where the top of my thighs can rub together so I do have to wear a pair of cycling shorts underneath them, but I do still really like them.
They wash well and very light fitting and great for sitting in the garden or doing long walks which I have done, since buying these shorts.
I bought this London bag from a little tourist shop in Victoria, London because they were doing a deal of buying 2 of these types of bags for £5 and so I couldn’t resist. It is very deep so can carry quite a lot, doesn’t slip off your shoulders and light weight.
I love foldable bags that looks like a little purse, but when it is unzipped it becomes a carrier bag, and I bought this one up in London, in Foyles for I think £5 was worth it, especially if you don’t want to use plastic bags anymore.
So they are the things that I have loved so far, I have some other bits I would like to share next, but so this blog isn’t too long, I will save these for another blog.
Please stay tuned. If you would like to comment on this blog then please leave a comment below.
Many thanks for reading,
Carrie X
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Hello and welcome! Today I am writing another book review. This is my third one I have completed as I wrote two a couple of weeks ago, on this site: Summer 2020 Book review – Thursdays in the park
The book I am reviewing today is called Love Me Not by M.J.Arlidge, and is about a teenage girl called Daisy who goes on the rampage, killing all the people that she felt let have her down in her life.
It takes Helen who is a Police Officer a lot of time to find the person who was killing people like Sonia, a guy who happened to be the killer’s father and her so-called boyfriend Jason Swift.
It was so easy to read and not a lot of chapter per page per and was easy to keep track of the story and very gripping. I think I can see this being made into a TV series as was a really good book.
If I had to rate it I would give it 5 stars without a shadow of doubt, and would like to read more of the author’s books written, as this one was a hit.
Many thanks for reading,
Carrie X
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I love a notebook because there are so many lovely ones out there along with different planners, to the point that I could buy a new one everyday if I could.
2. My daily habits of self care, having breakfast and a cup of tea before I begin my day. I can’t start without these things and look forward to them.
3. Reading my book in the park. I have recently got back into reading a book again, as I will often read loads and then take a break, so I am glad to be back into it again, as so far I have read some really good books and looking forward to reading more. Check out my last book review I did.
4. Walking along the river. I love doing this especially during the summer and will walk many places like my newly discovered route, the Wandle River in Wimbledon, Kingston to Richmond and up London, and around Barnes and Mortlake
5. Watching Youtube. I shared last week in many of my blogs I write about which channels I liked to watch, and I watch Youtube more than TV now and wouldn’t go a day without it.
6. Taking my son to different places and parks, for a walk and play, and getting a load of fresh air seems to suit both of us, and breaks up the day when we do.
7. Using stickers in my planners and watching planner videos on Youtube. Jazzing up my planners really helps me to look at them and check them for things I need to do and any special days and events coming up.
Above are some new ones I ordered from Amazon and is mainly where I go to order stickers for my planners aswell as Etsy.
8. Writing in my journals, it just helps clear the mind and gain perspective of things that have happened or what I am wishing for and wanting to do in my life.
All my journals I am using so far, and each one is for a different purpose, achievement bullet journal, Writing journal, my everythings journal (where I share my most secretive thoughts about things happening in my life), my happy journal where I write down all the good things that I want to remember, fitness journal, my weekly wellness journal and my gratitude journal.
9. Exercising. I like it when I can work out indoors and go for long walks. Training indoors has been tricky with my son being on school holidays but I still try to fit it in where possible.
10. Watching Would I like to you, a UK game show where they have to tell tales and each team has to guess if they are telling the truth or a lie. Very funny show and I love it.
So they are my 10 favourite things. Please tell me what your 10 favourite things are. You can leave a comment below.
Many thanks for reading,
Carrie X
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Hello again, it is Monday and time for all systems go again.
The summer holidays doesn’t have to feel like a chore but to be enjoyed and embraced by everyone, and that means some good days out and activities that everyone can enjoy.
The summer holidays doesn’t have to be about the kids, but time for yourself too, and if you are like me get some free time, then use this time to have some days out just for yourself.
Sadly I was due to see Aerosmith this year but of course due to COVID it has been cancelled but why not sit out in the garden playing some tunes and have people round for a BBQ, of course following the social distancing rules.
Set up a time to zoom your friends and family with a drink of some kind catching up with each other.
I like to spend time walking and reading my book in one of my local parks. On Saturday I had a day just enjoying my time indoors because often when I go out I end up spending money which I didn’t want to do this weekend, so just took it easy.
Why not if you like me don’t always get to watch any TV, have a day catching up, and schedule it like you would when planning physical activities and errands. I think having that time to yourself to be so important and something you should make time for.
If you like cooking then why not make yourself your favourite meal that you don’t always get to do during the time when you have to take care of everyone else.
Take yourself off to the seaside and have a paddle and an ice cream that you can eat without your child wanting some aswell as their own ice cream.
Spend time in the garden, if you have one, doing a grown up puzzle or at the moment I have gotten back into doing wordsearches or playing Solitaire on my phone.
Walk along the river and have a picnic with friends or go for a pub lunch again or grab a quick drink whilst looking out to the sea.
If you are not confident about going aboard just yet due to the pandemic, then there are still plenty of things to do in the UK and still enjoy the sunshine, like sitting in a park or hanging out by the river.
I find when I am near water I feel very calm and at peace with myself.
So lets enjoy the summer and feel blessed when we have happy days and mondays, rather than dreading them.
Many thanks for reading,
Carrie X
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So yesterday I decided to have a day indoors and I loved it, because I got to catch up on some TV including watching the FA Cup final, and had a lie in which is very rare since becoming a parent and most mornings have to get up early to entertain my 6 year old son, so yesterday morning was a blessing.
I find when I do go out I end up spending money and just wanted a break from having to go out and do errands, and got to put them aside to catch up on bits indoors.
I think it is important to have days of not necessarily doing to do lists and be free to do whatever I want, as it helps me make the most of my time and just chill.
We can so often get bogged down with having to wash clothes, wash up and have to rush a cup of tea or coffee. It’s so lovely to have that time to just take it easy.
I love days indoors because that is when I can listen to music whilst working on the computer and rest for a bit longer in bed if I want to. I find when it is too hot I can’t relax outside because I can get very hot and bothered and so its nice to be in a cool room away from the heat and do whatever I choose.
Now I have most weekends to myself I appreciate my free time more and knowing how to chill out for once is great for catching up on TV, read a book or watch some Youtube without interruption from my little dude wanting some attention.
As a mum it is so important to make time for yourself as being a mum can be a struggle on some days and you just want to be able to sit back and have a bath without your name “mum” being called from the otherside of the door.
Time is precious and lets face it are we really going to be remembered for washing clothes early in the morning without a cup of coffee first or doing a speed clean around the house? Not really, life is about living and that is exactly what I intend to do and have that lovely time to myself.
So lets enjoy our weekend before it is all go again on Monday.
Many thanks for reading,
Carrie X
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Hello and welcome to a new blog on Carries Everyday Living.
In this post I am sharing some tips on how to keep safe this summer.
The most obvious one, keep a mask with you as you now have to wear them in shops and is compulsory, and make sure you sanitise your hands before and after being in a store, and clean baskets or trolleys before using them
Have kids wearing clear and bright clothing. I have added this tip to some of my posts on my parenting blog, and is a great way to keep tabs of your kids when in a park or a holiday resort and there are now smartwatches for kids and then you download an APP and gives maps and picture of your child and where they are
All belongings should not be put in a back pocket or an unzipped pocket, because of pick pockets hanging around, especially in places like towns of shops as unfortunately that’s where they are likely to be and I have had this happen to me once when a bag I had was not closed properly
Don’t carry too much cash with you but have your cards with you sealed from temptation, and there are now those who can scan your bag with a device and still hack into your personal details. So my tip is to put it into a separate card holder at the bottom of the bag so it will be difficult from those who hack into peoples details from doing so and there are card holders which I like hard cases and can stop this scanning of your details from happening
Where sunscreen as even when it is windy can be deceiving and where you are most likely to get burned and please especially make sure your kids are covered as they can burn quite easily and become too hot, so have them wear hats and plenty of suncream and if a baby or toddler try keeping them in the shade a much as possible
If you are into exercise and want to exercise outdoors or at home then have windows open with plenty of air and drink plenty of water and try exercising in cooler times of the day, so mainly in the mornings where it can be a lot cooler and if running in the heat put vaseline on your feet as this can help prevent blisters. Try to avoid just wearing your trainers with no socks as they can easily rub, so if possible please where running socks to stop any blisters from occurring with your trainers
Avoid bouncy castles as I know they are fun but can burst in the heat and this happened a few summers ago and killed a little girl who was on the bouncy castle at the time. If you have bouncy castle then where possible have it in the shade rather than where it is can attract the sunlight and is a lot safer to use
Glass tables. We had one of these tables and was okay because where it was situated it could be quite shady, however in coming across a headline about these tables being recalled, some people who bought these types of tables the glass broke because of the heat of the sun and because when glass gets too hot can break, and this happened in our kitchen once when a glass tumbler was on the draining board, and because it was in a place direct in the sun got too hot and smashed.
Pets. Avoid taking them out in the daytime when the ground can be really hot and cause their paws from being sore if walking on really hot ground. Never leave pets in a car locked with no air as they can die when it too much hot, and the same with kids, never leave a child or pet in a very hot car as it can be fatal if you do and can take minutes if not careful for them to overheat
Make sure kids are wearing shoes and not barefeet when walking on concrete if on holiday or in parks as the ground can be very hot and they can burn their feet. If in sand it is ok usually but not on hard services like concrete.
When on holiday remember to keep following the social distancing rules when out and about and to wash your hands throughout the day to keep you and everyone safe.
I wish you have very happy Saturday, and I will post on this site again tomorrow, so many thanks for reading,
Carrie X
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