Thursday 24 March 2016

100 THINGS THAT MAKE ME HAPPY

                                    
    

It is easy to get lost in all the worries of life, but when last did you think about all the things that make you happy. I saw this on Keni Kodjo’s blog, her list got me smiling from ear to ear, I decided to put down my own. So there you go….


1. The sea. One of my favourite places to hang out is the beach. The breeze, the water, during the day or at night, I just love it.

2. Paintings 

3. Ice cream 

4. Cake 

5. Swimwear / Bikini ( my favourite fashion item)



6. Yoga ( watching people do it )

7. Sitcoms 

8. Hanging out with my favourite people 

9. Long walks 

10. Great music ( my love for music spreads across all genres)

11. Modeling (obviously) 

12. Meeting a deadline 

13. Romantic movies

14. Chocolate ( I never say no to chocolate )

15. Long conversations with people I admire

16. Successful women 

17. Happy children 

18. Fufu and light soup featuring goat meat and fish especially if I haven't had some for a while.( fufu is a local Ghanaian dish made out of cassava/yam and plantain/cocoyam )

19. Musical movies 

20. Adventure ( I haven't had enough but just the thought of it excites me 

21. Sneakers ( the tomboy in me)

22. Getting lost in a good book

23. Travelling 

24. Late night chats 

25. Kelewele

26. Moments of silence ( Yes! No long talk just peace and quiet)



27. Volunteering 

28. Books by Nora Roberts

29. Natural Hair ( short, curly , big Afro, I love them all )

30. Interactions with kids

31. Anything Black ( Black is my happy colour)

32. Pretty and cute Dresses

33. Massages

34. Teasing ( #TeamTeasers)

35. Matte Lipstick 

36. Fast Internet

37. Story telling photography 



38. Manchester United 

39. Jollof

40. Holding hands with someone I care about

41. Singing and dancing when I'm alone ( don't ask me why lol)

42. Writing 

43. Family 

44. Greenery 

45. A man with a sense of style and humour

46. Flipping through the pages of a fashion/beauty magazine 

47. When I make time to pray 

48. Shoes 

49. Sunglasses 

50. Instagram

51. Fresh bed sheets

52. Online shopping 

53. Friendship 

54. Long hugs

55. Uplifting and soul inspiring gospel music

56. Snacks

57. Moments of laughter and positive energy 

58. When my face isn't breaking out 

59. Poetry/ Spoken Word

60. Smart girls 

61. Philanthropy 

62. Cuddles 

63. Sportswear 

64. Coca cola

65. Dressing up

66. When my hair looks great 

67. Smart , thoughtful men

68. A day at the spa 

69. Nursing 

70. Red Lipstick

71. Shopping for a new book

72. Online shopping ( I mean window shopping)

73. Watching people dance



74. Artsy places 

75. Road trips

76. Backpacks

77. Guys who cook

78. Identical twins 

79. Reading 

80. Watching people workout 

81. Pretty and comfortable lingerie

82. High school movies

83. Fashion illustrations




84. Makeup ( I love the transformation)

85. Undressing after a long day

86. Green eyes

87. Making stuff with my hands 

88. Random dates

89. Rain (when I'm indoors )

90. All things that focus on women empowerment 

91. Books by Sidney Sheldon 

92. Pizza

93. Achieving a set goal

94. African inspired fashion 

95. Watching Top Model

96. Music reality TV shows

97. Selfies

98. Ripped Jeans 

99. Cold Showers

100. French ( I love the language. I can't speak though)


Thursday 3 March 2016

#LITTLELUXURYMOMENTS + INSTAGRAM GIVEAWAY

                         


Like it's often said, you never know the worth of a moment till it becomes a memory.
There are so many precious moments we experience daily that are actually a luxury, and most of the time we get so used to them that they hold no charm for us and we take them for granted.

It was really exciting to be selected with some other talented female bloggers to be part of the #LittleLuxuryMoments Social Media Campaign  by Pz Cussons , leading to the relaunch/rebranding of Imperial Leather range of products. 

Imperial Leather especially the soap, has been around for as long as I can remember and I'm sure most of us are quite familiar with the brand, the Rebrand and social media campaign was to introduce the new improved products to the Ghanaian market and also start a conversation about what luxury meant to different people.

This thought provoking campaign got me thinking about what really luxury was. 
Does it have to be expensive to be classified a luxury?
Is luxury rare and reserved for a selected/privileged few?
What does Luxury mean to you.
What is Luxury?

I got to try out both the old and new Imperial Leather products and I must admit I love the Citrus Burst Refreshing Shower Gel, it has lime oil and kiwi extract and leaves me feeling so refreshed . And the Japanese Spa Nourishing Shower Cream is everything , it smells so good and makes taking a shower so much fun.
Another product I love is the Imperial Leather Body Lotion, it is non-greasy and keeps my skin moisturised , my usual Sheabutter got some competition now :-) .
It was an amazing experience being part of this campaign and looking forward to future projects.

I appreciate the support I receive from you guys daily, and one lucky follower on our Instagram will receive some Imperial Leather products. Here's how to WIN;

1. Follow @Lauries_blog on Instagram 
2. Tell us what luxury means to you by commenting on the Instagram post about the giveaway.
3. One lucky winner will be chosen at random on Saturday 5th March.
4. Must be based in Ghana.

All the best!!!
 

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