Well, what a month August has been, I always knew that it was going to be a time of big changes and feeling unbalanced for us. We relocated and moved into our gorgeous new home in the middle of the month and can finally see above the mountain of boxes – the new house is starting to look like a home. We made the ‘holy grail’ (obligatory) trip to IKEA last weekend for some inspiration and walked out with various pretties to spruce up the house, including a massive potted plant that I’m calling Gertrude (because, why not!).
Naturally, everything has felt out of sync and a bit all over the place with the house move – daily routine, fitness, work, eating habits, self-care. We currently have no childcare either until Aiden starts at his new nursery in a few weeks time, making work deadlines difficult and left me feeling extra tired.
Running up to the move I basically ate whatever was available and most convenient to save myself the stress. This has meant not making the best choices food wise, especially the first few days after the move too. Avocado on toast has been a quick healthy staple and those pre-prepared frozen smoothie bags have been a God-send. My exercise routine became non-existent and my self-care practices went completely out the window.
I’ve loved ready-made frozen smoothies lately!
Needless to say, I need to take a heavy dose of my own advice and practise some major self-care and focus on myself, especially now that things are a bit more settled. I’ve already started to eat better because I feel like crap if I eat an unbalanced diet for too long and I’ve started to slowly incorporate some exercise again, only doing things that I enjoy. We’re getting there and sorting out a new routine in our new home. I’m loving having my own office in the new place, a space to call my own. I cannot wait to get it all looking swanky and removing the mess of boxes.
Since moving, I did manage to treat myself at the local beauty salon and got my gel pedicure red0ne for a bit of pampering. I love the ruby-red colour, a nod to my love of autumn. I can’t wait!
Before we left Dorset, we made the most of the sunshine and living so close to the gorgeous coastline. Lots of family outings to make each and every last moment count. Although, I miss living right on the coast, in my heart of hearts, I know that this move was the best thing for us. Moving back, closer to our family feels amazing already and I’m excited for Aiden to form closer bonds with his relatives.
I’m keeping this monthly recap short and sweet, but I do have lots to update you on after a little fine-tuning behind the scenes. I hope that you all have a beautiful September ahead, and am I the only one that’s excited that autumn is almost here, surely not?
I can’t believe Autumn is upon us already. I was amazed at how dark it seemed this morning.
Your smoothie bowl looks great, which smoothie bags do you use please and what do you mud them with?
I need to go to Ikea, so many bits and pieces I need to pick up, don’t know what’s taking me so long, probably the maze that is Ikea lol. I love that nail colour, I can’t wait for Autumn – love Autumnal makeup etc.
You have definitely had a busy month, but I am glad that the move went well!
We went for a trip to Ikea yesterday – it was a bit of a disaster for my bank card haha.
Oohh that picture of avocado on toast has really made me want some haha! H x
Congrats on the move! I love the pedicure colour and I can’t believe we’re heading into Autumn either, but I love Autumn x
What an exciting month for you! Lots of work but how fantastic that you’re close to family now. I love living near family for the sake of my kids. They get so much from it!
Ready made frozen smoothies are the best! I make my own, or get Waitrose’s ones which are fab and so good for a nutritious breakfast in a pinch!
I absolutely love te wallpaper in your first picture its so beautiful
How wonderful to have moved into a new home! It’ll be so lovely once you’re all settled back into a routine again.
So glad that progress on the unpacking process is moving along. That can be such a cloud hanging over your head. My August was really great because I accomplished most of my personal goals. As an introvert that craves connection, self-care looks different for me. I tried hard to initiate with friends and not isolate myself too much.
August was actually very quiet for me I think. Nothing major happened. September will be a bit busier though I think.
Your toes look gorgeous!
August has been pretty busy for us with days out such as visiting the Harry potter studio. This month has gone so quick but I am looking forward to autumn/winter as its my favourite time of year.
Glad the move went well- you’re right it will be worth it in the end. The lead up to a move is the most stressful, but once you have actually moved in, the unpacking can take time and that’s fine. It will get done eventually!
August was lovely wasn’t it. My hubby is a huge fan of avocado on toast (in fact he had it today)
Yum, love the Avacdo on toast – I’m hungry! Beautiful photos. xx
I love avocado on toast for a quick healthy meal! I like to top mine with toasted seeds as well 🙂 Rye bread is also great because it adds some sweetness in there. Great post!
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An ikea trip is a must when you move, or redecorate or do anything in your home. Hope you’re all settled now x
I’m glad you’ve been able to take some time to treat yourself! It’s great that you’re happy about the move!
I honestly cannot believe August has been and gone already! 2016 is going SO fast!
Seeing and reading this post, I now want Avocado on toast! I am shocked that August has been and gone, in a flash x
You had an incredible August and I am excited to see what autumn will bring you. 🙂
i am so obsessed with avocado on toast.what are those on top of yours?
It’s a good thing you still managed to eat some healthy foods. It’s.better to have something healthy than nothing at all! When I move, I am sure I will be pretty much the same.
I’m so excited for autumn too! Sounds like you had a good month X
I love avocado, it’s so yummy. I’m looking to pop it in a dessert at some stage.
I’m so pleased that your new house is beginning to feel like a home now. I hope to buy a house this year or next so I will definitely be doing an Ikea trip then haha! xxx
It sounds like a fantastic August- I had a great one too.
I love this post — you should come and link it up with my Monthly Loves Linky 🙂