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Tuesday 18 October 2016

REAL LIFE: A day in the life of a Teacher Assistant.

Having recently seen some negativity from parents of children in my class, I decided that they should understand exactly what I do in a day so that they can appreciate some of what I do for their kids.

What it's like to be me:

Morning:
My day starts at 7:50am. I get to the school office and help answer queries from all parents. At 8am it's breakfast club and I let the children in and ensure they all go to the right place. Once I have done that I go and get my milk and snacks from my class. I take that to my class and put my coat and bag away.

At 8:30 I go down to the room that I teach phonics in and put all my resources and their books in there. I then head back up to my classroom and within 5 minutes the children start entering the school ready for the day.
I have 10 minutes where I can read with children which in reality is a lot harder than it sounds. They have to get their book from the busy cloakroom and I have children constantly asking for my help or telling what they did the night before. When I finally sit down with the child I am reading with I have about 5 minutes.
We then take the register and at 9am it's off to Phonics. I teach that for 30 minutes and when we get back it's straight into maths.

We have different ability groups and I sit with a group of children who just need a slight push of encouragement to fulfil the tasks and gain understanding of the lesson. Whilst sitting with these children I also help any other child that comes up to me and have to explain the maths question multiple times to different children and in different ways as they all learn differently.

We then get a 15 minute break. Three times a week I am on break duty and supervise the children outside. When we come back I take my break- although more often than not I stay in the classroom to focus on learning. Our next lesson is Literacy. Again, as with maths, I will support the children with their understanding of the tasks and if there is group work then I work with some of the children that need more help than others.

Afternoon:
I then leave at 11:15 for my midday assistant role. One role just isn't enough! ;)  I set up the hall ready for lunchtime and depending on where I am on the rota I supervise the children in the hall, ensure they have eaten enough and that they are drinking plenty. I then move outside and supervise them playing and deal with any incidents should they arise.

After the children's lunch, I have 20 minutes to have mine. Sometimes I cut this short as my teacher is alone and we have P.E one afternoon a week.
When I return I familiarise myself with the lesson I have just walked in on and assist all the children.

We usually have an assembly at 2:40pm so we get all the children ready, looking presentable and go across the school to the hall. The assembly lasts until 3pm and when we get back we have 15 minutes until home time. In this time the teacher and I ensure all the children have their belongings, any letters to parents and/or homework depending what day it is.

As if that wasn't enough to do in one day I still have my jobs to do and look after a child with ADHD who insists on running around the school and outside on the playground.

It's not always easy and sometimes I don't get to complete my jobs - like changing the children's reading books or printing off resources.

It is a tough but rewarding job and it can be frustrating when parents are constantly slating you and saying you're not doing enough. Every parent will always believe that their child is a priority and forget that there are 30 children in a class with a range of learning abilities.

Sometimes it would be nice to have a 'thank you' or a little appreciation for all the hard work I do!

Until next time, xo.

Sunday 16 October 2016

FITNESS: Home workout equipment

Working out at home

You don't need a gym membership or personal trainer with you 24/7 to keep fit. 
All you need is space in the house and the motivation to work out and ensure you are doing 30 minutes activity, 5 times a week. 

I prefer to work out in the mornings because that's when I have the most energy and the most motivation to go and sweat! It also puts me in a good mood for the rest of the day and I feel more inclined to eat clean instead of slobbing in front of the sofa.

If I am unable to get down the gym, I try and put together a home workout that is fun but effective. Over the years I have bought myself workout equipment so that I no longer have an excuse to not be active. 




My hula hoop is definitely my favourite purchase! I feel like a belly dancer when I am trying to keep the hoop up and not let it touch the floor! I try to challenge myself to see how long I can keep going without dropping it or adjusting; so far I have managed 3 minutes 24 seconds. This can get tiring after a while but you can mix it up with other exercises. 

I recently purchased these resistance bands which are great for various exercises. I bought them to help tone my legs and glutes! Every girl wants a Kim K bum, right? #bootygoals 
You get 3 in a pack with different resistance levels so you can work your way up to the toughest band. You can also tone your arms with these bands as well as using them to enhance your yoga or pilates workouts. 



Another similar piece of equipment is the Pilates figure 8 expander. It is a resistance band but mainly for upper body. It is great to tone your arms and also your back! 






A skipping rope is a simple, inexpensive but highly effective item. It is great for a home cardio session and it you can feel it working quite quickly. You can also do interval training with it. It is so versatile. 





Dumbells are great for weight training and toning up. As well as toning up your arms you can tone up your chest, back and abs! You don't need to use both at the same time either. My dumbells are 3kg which is heavy but a good weight for me to use as I can still control my exercises. When using weights on a regular basis it is a good idea to wear gloves to protect your hand from calluses. I have these pink gloves from Nike.

Kettle bells are also useful in addition or instead of dumbells. I use my kettebells for various exercises but mainly squats. I have two kettle bells - one is 2kg and the other is 4kg. I have two different weights so that I can mix it up and really work myself out. As I get stronger and more toned I will eventually up the weight. 





You don't need to buy any equipment from brand new. Try facebook selling pages, gumtree, eBay or even asking friends and family if they have any equipment that they no longer need.


I hope that this has helped a few of you! 
Yes, I like the colour pink! A lot of my equipment and my workout outfits are pink. 

Until next time, xo.


**Disclaimer: All these products were bought by me. This is not a sponsored post.**

Sunday 14 August 2016

TRAVEL: My Holiday Series - Day 2

On the second day we decided to try out driving in a European car; (left side drive and left side of the road). It was my first time and I was a little apprehensive at first but it really wasn't that bad!

I drove us both to Cerza which is a zoo in Hermival-les-Vaux which looks after animals that may be endangered or are a protected species.


There are 2 different circuits to choose from that take you around the zoo. The yellow circuit takes you via the wolves, kangaroos & bears and the red circuit guides you via the African Plains. There is also the Safari Train that takes you through part of both circuits and also to animals that you may not necessarily see on the red circuit. The Safari Train also takes you to see animals that you would normally see on safari such as zebras and giraffes! 


We spent most of the day at the zoo and it was an excellent day! We saw so many different animals from around the world and we even got to feed some goats in the petting farm. 

I would definitely recommend visiting this zoo if you are ever in Normandy. 
Which zoos have you been to?

Until next time, xo. 


*Disclaimer: This post is not sponsored. All opinions are my own.*



Wednesday 10 August 2016

TRAVEL: My Holiday Series - Day 1

The first day of a holiday is always exciting yet tiring. You're excited to be in a different country and explore, but you are so tired from all the travelling; no matter how far away you go.

My journey was only an hour but I was awake from 4am to get ready for the airport. When we arrived at the airport we checked in and went through security; then we went to find food! Being lactose intolerant I am limited to what I can eat from food outlets as most places have food items that contain dairy. However, my saving grace comes in the form of Pret a Manger. My boyfriend found a bacon and egg baguette that didn't have any milk or butter in! 

The flight itself was interesting. We had to switch planes because the original plane had problems with the brakes - eek! I was glad to switch but it meant that we had an hour delay already! Our landing wasn't very smooth either and as we hit the runway many passengers let out a little scream.

When we arrived at my Grandad's house we had something to eat and a little chat before heading to the supermarket to stock up on food for the week. We decided that although we were on holiday we would still try and eat healthy and we would prepare all our meals from scratch.

Being in France we had to celebrate our arrival by opening a bottle of champagne and having an aperitif. This was lovely because we could relax and have a chitchat altogether before sitting down for dinner.



Day 1 was more of a relaxing day than an exploration one. But we did have time to plan the rest of the days which was great because then we knew what we could and couldn't fit in.

I hope you enjoy the next few days of the Holiday Series!

Until next time, xo.

Monday 8 August 2016

TRAVEL: My Holiday Blog Series

Hello everyone,

I'm sorry there haven't been any posts in a while. I had a hectic 2 weeks at work and I was straight off on holiday!
So, I have decided that I am going to start a travel series of my holiday and do a post a day telling you about my holiday; what I did and where I was!

I was away for 10 days and tried to explore as much of the area as possible. Whilst I was on holiday I also took my workout gear so I didn't 'let myself go' and could keep fit and healthy whilst away; so I will tell you about the running routes I took and show you just how beautiful it was.

The Basics

We flew with Ryanair from London Stansted to Deauville (France) which only took an hour and we took a large suitcase between the two of us as well as our hand luggage. Being the indecisive girl that I am, I had a suitcase as hand luggage as well as my handbag just so I knew I had a large variety of outfits to choose from.

We stayed in my Grandad's house which is situated in the middle of a wonderful, picturesque countryside landscape. It was the perfect countryside getaway.

In the coming days you will read about all my experiences and hopefully get a few ideas for the future!

Where have you been on holiday?

Until then, xo.

Sunday 7 August 2016

BEAUTY: August Birchbox Review

Hello :)

I have been a Birchbox subscriber for over 2 years and I've decided that from now on I am going to share with you what I get each month.
We can then compare and see what other products they gave out this month!

I like that Birchbox come up with innovative ideas instead of the usual box format. This month was in a Scuba Birchbag and mine was in the colour Yellowtail. It's such a fun idea and I love that they are in neon colours; it matches the summer season so well.



The products I received were:
1) The Marcelle waterproof eyeliner in Expresso.
 I chose the brown colour as I tend to wear a nude eye or soft brown shades so I thought it would compliment it well. It's great to use in the summer months too because it is waterproof so it wont budge! It is so easy to apply and you can even blend it to create a smokey look. 

2) A Philip Kingsley dry shampoo.
 I am a HUGE fan of dry shampoos and I am always willing to try new ones on the market. It smells delicious and it isn't 'powdery' - it doesn't leave a white residue either which is fab news for us brunettes! 

3) amie Morning Dew Matte Finish Moisturiser.
As a girl with an oily t-zone I adore products that have a matte finish. It means I don't walk around looking like a sweaty mess! 
It doesn't really have a scent which is good because I don't love having a florally scenting face for the day. Once applied it doesn't leave my skin feeling taut or sticky which means you can go straight in with your foundation and/or concealer!

4) anatomicals citrus body scrub.
I was super excited when I saw this in my bag! I love exfoliating and keeping my skin looking fresh all year round; and now it smells fresh too! The citrus smell wakes you up in the morning and a little product goes a looooong way! 

5) Merci Handy.
This hand sanitiser is amazing! It doesn't have that alcohol smell to it. These merci gels have different scents and I got the 'New Wave'. It smells clean and very summery. It's in a 30ml bottle which makes it perfect for even the smallest of handbags!

6) English Laundry 'Notting Hill' perfume. 
I love the sample perfumes Birchbox send out because they are great for a night out; you can keep it in your handbag or clutch for top ups throughout the night! It smells fruity with a hint of floral and again, is very summery. I probably wouldn't buy a full size version as it isn't my preferred scent but it's great for a one time spray!

What did you all receive?! Let me know in the comments! 

Until next time, xo.

**Disclaimer - This Birchbox subscription is paid by me and none of the products were sponsors.**

Monday 20 June 2016

BEAUTY: My Current Tanning Routine

My Current Tanning Routine

As summer approaches, we all want that sunkissed look to make us feel like a goddess! Some people want to have a golden glow before going on holiday so we aren't the palest person by the pool or at the beach.

There are various methods to get the bronzed skin tone and the safest is fake tan. Many brands have come out with their own line of fake tan and I have tried and tested most of them!

My current routine involves two brands: L'Oréal and Bondi Sands.



For my face I use the L'Oréal sublime bronze, express pro, spray. It is best used after cleansing your face and before applying moisturiser. You can apply either before bed or when you wake up. I like to do it before I sleep so that it has 8 hours to develop and I'm not sweating or touching my face. It gives you a natural looking glow and doesn't have the normal fake tan odour.

For my body, I use the Bondi Sands liquid gold tanning oil. Before I apply the oil I exfoliate and mooisturize. The tanning oil is lovely to apply and there is a guide colour so that you can see exactly where you have applied the tan. It smells like coconut when you apply but it does then have the biscuit smell after a while. You can put your clothes on right after application and get on with your day which I really like.



My Top tips for tanning: 

  1. Exfoliate
  2. Moisturise any dry areas of skin (knees, elbows etc.) 
  3. Wait 30 minutes for moisturiser to dry
  4. Apply tan with a mitt 
  5. Moisturise every day to keep tan in tact 
  6. Once tan starts to fade, repeat! 
I hope that this post inspires you to try new tans and feel like a golden goddess!!

Until next time, xo. 


**Disclaimer: All products are bought with my own money. This post is not sponsored.**

Thursday 2 June 2016

BEAUTY: Teeth Whitening Routine

Aesthetics are becoming so much more important and society is putting more pressure on the public to do everything to ensure they look 'perfect'.

Teeth whitening can be done in various ways. You can oil pull, bleach or whiten the non-abrasive way.
I like to try new things and recently I have been whitening my teeth at home.



I am currently using the Coco White coconut oil pulling sachets. It is weird at first as it isn't something I was used to having in my mouth. You can either warm up and melt the oil in a glass of warm/hot water; or simply empty the sachet into your mouth and warm it up that way.
You are supposed to swish the oil around your mouth for between 5 - 20 minutes. As it can feel weird at the beginning you can start off with 5 minutes and gradually work your way up to 20 minutes.



Once I have finished oil pulling, I place the oil from my mouth into some tissue and flush it down the toilet.
I then brush my teeth to remove any excess oil. I then use the Rapid White express 5 minute teeth whitening strips. There is an accelerator that you need to dab on your teeth first. Don't shut your mouth otherwise you will need to dab again. Once dabbed you need to place one of the strips on your top teeth. Do the same for the bottom teeth and then wait 5 minutes for the strips to dissolve.

The taste isn't great but the results are good!! I try not to open my mouth or swallow any saliva whilst the strips are on. However, once 5 minutes has passed, you can rinse your mouth with water. I do this several times to try and get the taste out my mouth. You shouldn't eat or drink anything for 15 minutes afterwards.

This is the most natural way to whiten your teeth, without the chemicals in the bleach. There are immediate results but you should do this process every day over the course of 1 - 2 weeks.

I hope this has given you some ideas about how you want to whiten your teeth and how to do it!

A girl's best accessory is her smile! 

Until next time, xo.


** This post is not sponsored. All products were bought with my own money.**

Tuesday 31 May 2016

RECIPE: Lemon Drizzle Cake

This is such a delicious cake and it's so simple to make!

Ingredients:

  • 225g unsalted butter 
  • 225g caster sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • 225g self-raising flour 
  • 1 lemon; zested
For the drizzle: 

  • 85g caster sugar
  • 1 1/2 juiced lemons

How to make the cake: 
  1. Pre-heat the oven to 180 degress. (Fan - Oven) 
  2. Mix together the sugar, butter and eggs (one at a time). 
  3. Sift in the flour and the zested lemon until it's all well combined.
  4. Line a loaf tin with greasproof paper and pour the mixture in.
  5. Bake for 40 - 45 minutes.
  6. Whilst the cake is cooling, mix together the lemon juice and caster sugar to make the drizzle. 
  7.  Prick the warm cake with a skewer or fork and pour the drizzle over the cake.
  8. Leave the cake in the tin until cool.
  9. Eat and enjoy!! xo
I hope you have fun making the cake and eating the cake! 

Until next time, xo.

Tuesday 24 May 2016

REAL LIFE: Assessment Centres


Looking for a graduate role when you graduate is not easy.
In my mind, I was a bit naive and thought that once I graduated I would have a job in a business field.
I did not realise how many graduates start their careers within recruitment or sales!!

So I searched for graduate roles that would allow me to get experience whilst working and in different departments of a business so I can find out what I do and do not like.
Once you apply for a role you cross your fingers and hope they like what they see on your CV.

The next stage is usually a telephone interview where they ask competency based questions and give you a little more information about the role. Thiss only lasts around 15-20 minutes; but it goes by so fast! It can be a daunting experience knowing that this is essentially the first impression you are giving to an employee of the prospective company.

If you pass that stage you get invited to take online tests. These online tests are not my favourite. You can spend so much time revising for these and still be thrown in the deep end! They take 1 hour to complete but the practice tests are there for you to take as many times as you want. I highly suggest practising the tests many times so that you are prepared. You can also use practice sites for before and/or inbetween different numerical & verbal tests.
 Practice Tests here!

Again, if you're lucky enough to pass these then you're on to a winner!
Next step is assessment centre.
The scariest part and also the final part!

I haven't had experience of many assessment centres but after each one I always learn more about what to expect and what is expected of me.
It does seem like a lot of hard work and a lot of time if you don't get a successful outcome. However, it is all about experience and learning about what you need to work on for the next one! As the saying goes. 'Practise makes perfect!'

If you have any questions then please ask and I shall answer them!

Until next time, xo.

Sunday 15 May 2016

FITNESS: Running for Beginners

I have never been a runner and if I was being chased I would probably surrender as I wouldn't get very far at all.
However, most recently I have decided that although I am not interested in running a marathon, I do want to start running to keep fit and healthy.

I did my second EVER run on a Friday evening along the seafront. As I don't feel very confident about running or having people look at me, I wanted to do it at a time when it's getting dark but not so dark that I can't see where I am going. The choice of location was on purpose. Not only is there a nice breeze to keep you cool, but it looks amazingly pretty when the sun has set and the skies are all colourful. It kept me going and motivated me!

I ran 2.5 miles which was an exceptional achievement considering I haven't run since 2008. Even back then it was a one off 'fun run'.
I only ran a distance I knew I could achieve and was realistic about my goal. I didn't want to push myself over the edge and wear myself out and put myself off from running. It made me so happy to complete that distance and actually enjoy running.

The 3 main points that kept me focussed and motivated were:
1) Having a running buddy. This is so important when you first start and don't feel 100% confident. You can motivate each other and you are both doing it so you don't feel alone!
2) Breathing properly. You need to ensure your breathing is controlled otherwise you will feel tired a lot quicker and you won't be able to pace yourself to go the distance that you want.
3) Thinking of your long term fitness goal. Mine is to tone up my body and lose a little weight. Just thinking about what my body may look like keeps me going and willing to put in all the effort.

What you wear on your feet is also equally important. You need a trainer that is going to support your feet and allow you to run comfortably. Running in your converse or dolly shoes isn't going to help; it may cause injuries and you won't be able to run very well.

I hope this helps all of you who want to try running!!

Until next time, xo.

Wednesday 20 April 2016

BEAUTY: John Frieda - Visibly Brighter

In today's post,  I will be talking about the John Frieda Visibly Brighter, hair lightening treatment.

I was looking at youtube videos and came across a vlogger who had tried out this product and you could see a slight difference in the hair colour. So, I decided that I too wanted to test this product out; especially as it is coming up to summer.



It is one tube with two products in each half. The lighter side has the lightening chemicals in it, such as amonia (which has a strong odour). You can use it before your normal shampoo & conditioner routine. You lather it up in your hair, focusing particularly on the roots of the hair. You then leave it for 5 minutes; and in this time you can do the usual thing: shave your legs/armpits, wash your body, or just sing. One time is up, you simply rinse it out and continue with your hair routine.

In my opinion, I did not see a difference in hair colour and neither could anyone else. Perhaps I should have left it on a little longer to allow the amonia to properly infuse with my hair. I may try this treatment again just to see whether or not it does make my hair go lighter.

Until next time, xo

Saturday 16 April 2016

FITNESS: Getting back to it!

When I worked in London I was leaving the house at 6:30am and didn't get home until 7pm. This meant that I found it difficult to include a fitness regime into my schedule. All I wanted to do after coming home from work was eat dinner and go straight to bed!
The only real form of exercise I was doing was walking 2 miles to work every morning which took me about 40 minutes.

So, when I left that job, I made sure to re-join my gym and start using my membership more effectively.
I starting going to group exercise classes because I felt more comfortable in a room full of women following an instructor, rather than in the gym, feeling alone, feeling like I didn't know what I was doing.
Attending my weekly classes on a regular basis gave me more confidence about doing exercise and not worrying about what others thought about me. I then started to use the gym more often, focusing solely on what I was doing. Each time I made it to the gym for a workout I felt proud of myself!

Now that I am used to attending my group exercise classes and the gym on a regular basis, I have decided to branch out and exercise away from my local gym. I recently rode my bike 16.5 miles, after 3 years of not riding a bike AT ALL!! This was such an achievement for me as it was tough and the terrain wasn't completely smooth.

Yes, most people want to go to the gym to get their 'summer body'; but, I believe that you should exercise all year round for a body that you want all year round and not just for bikini season!!
I still sometimes find it challenging to exercise but I always remember that no matter what exercise I am doing, I am ALWAYS lapping the person that decided to stay on their couch!

Until next time, xo.

Sunday 3 April 2016

RECIPE: Homemade Chocolate filled Palmiers

Hi everyone!

Everyone loves chocolate, right? So what a better treat than to make your own chocolate filled palmiers?
You can make them for any occasion. A picnic, a birthday, a dinner party or just as a treat in the house!
Not only do they taste delicious but they are so easy to make and people will think you've bought them from a patisserie!

You will need: 

  • Greaseproof paper
  • A baking tray
  • Chocolate Spread
  • Ready rolled puff pastry (Or you can make your own)
  • Shredded coconut pieces

Method: 
  1. Pre-heat the oven to 180 degrees (fan).
  2. Roll out your puff pastry into a rectangle shape. The longer you make it, the more you can make and the wider you have your pastry will determine the size. 
  3. Spread the chocolate all over one side of the pastry. Use as much or as little as you want! 
  4. Roll one side until the you reach the middle of the pastry. Then do the exact same with the other side. (They will look like little hearts) 
  5. Cover up the pastry with cling film/ greaseproof paper and place in the freezer for 30 minutes - 1 hour. 
  6. Remove from the freezer and cut each palmier 1/2 cm thick.
  7. Place each palmier onto the greaseproof paper on the baking tray, ensuring you leave space around each one as they do expand. 
  8. Place into the oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. 
  9. Sprinkle with shredded coconut.
  10. Enjoy!!! :) 
(Before baking - I should have spaced them out more. They expanded a lot!)


I hope you enjoy making these as much as I did; and enjoy eating them too!! 

Until next time, xo

Tuesday 22 March 2016

Get to know me

Hello,

I thought I would give you all the chance to get to know me a bit better. It's always nice to know a little bit about the person whose blog post you're reading.

1. I am from Essex but I am also half French!
2. My star sign is Libra which means I'm very indecisive - so true!!
3. I love trying out new make-up and make-up brands.
4. I love travelling! I have only been exploring around Europe so far!
5. I am obsessed with coffee - who isn't?!
6. I have super long, brown hair, down to my bum!
7. I am 5ft 3 in height.
8. I love food! I will try most things. I have a very sweet tooth!
9. I enjoy writing lists. I will write them for just about ANYTHING!
10. I love languages and can speak English, French, Spanish, a little German and I want to learn more!

If you want to know anything else about me, leave me a comment! :)

I hope that these 10 fun facts about me will give you a bit more depth to me when reading my blog posts! As time goes on, of course you will get to know a lot more about me; but for now, you'll have to wait. ;)

Until next time, xo

Thursday 17 March 2016

BEAUTY: Hair Care ready for Summer

We may only be in Spring here in the UK but when the sun is shining it gets me so excited for the Summer!!

There are so many different things that remind me of summer or bring back memories from last summer. Whether that's sun lotion, ice cream, a candle scent or even a song!
This morning, in the shower, I tried the Alberto Balsam shampoo and conditioner in the scent: Sun Kissed Raspberry.


OH. MY. GOD!


If you ever need a hint of summer in the shower to get you excited, you NEED to try this shampoo and conditioner. It has a sweet scent that definitely reminds me of summertime, being in the sun and eating fresh fruit.


What makes these products GREAT is that they are Paraben free, Silicone free, Colourant free and the packaging is fully recyclable as it's made from 25% recycled plastic!!

If you want to have fresh, beautiful smelling hair that makes you think of the sun, then I would definitely recommend these products. It is also so moisturizing - day 2 and my hair doesn't look or feel greasy!

My haircare routine
I tend to wash my hair every other day so that the natural oils aren't completely stripped. In between washes, if my hair looks oily then I use dry shampoo to freshen it up. I also do a hair mask once a week or fortnight just to ensure I am keeping my head and hair hydrated!!
I will be writing a post just about my hair care routine with all the products that I use, including photos! :)

What products do you use for your hair that remind you of summer?


Until next time, xo.


*This post isn't sponsored and all opinions are 100% my own and honest.

Wednesday 16 March 2016

New Beginnings

Hello everyone, 
My name is Celine and I have recently got back into blogging. I had a break from blogging in 2015, but now I am back!
My goal this year is to post at least once a week!

Let me bring you up to speed…

I finished my degree and gained a 2.1 Yippee!! I am now a graduate! All the hard work and the late nights writing assignments really did pay off. This is definitely one of my biggest achievements to date and I am extremely proud of myself. 
I also managed to secure myself a graduate training scheme in London. It was all so new and exciting. I did really enjoy myself at the beginning but after 6 months I left. There was no real future for me there and there was no real room for progression. However, at least now I know that I don’t want to work in that kind of environment. I left there in December 2015 and I am now on a quest to find my dream job! 

Now…

Now I am trying to scour the internet for my next role. It isn’t easy! In my head, I believed that I would get snapped up in January and be a working girl again! How wrong I was… 
It is now mid-March and I am still trying to secure an interview. I have had many recruiters approach me directly and offer my positions but they are all the same roles and not the role that I had in mind. They are all within the same environment that I had previously worked in.  I won’t let this deter me; I am confident that the right role will present itself and I am more determined than EVER to ensure I am employed as soon as possible.
Until next time, xo.