Just realised my post last week never happened! BUT I did go to class, and it was hard. Maybe I was not focused enough or not, maybe I was just weak. Either way I found myself feeling frustrated and cross that I could not do a lot of the things I usually could. But that's not what yoga is about. Some days will be hard, some days super easy. Either way you have to keep on keeping on. This past weekend, with 12 friends we did a yoga class in the garden, it was so much fun! Even better, some people had never done it before so it was exciting to see their enjoyment. I wont be going to class this evening but I will be back asap. Always remember, don't punish yourself, do your best, have faith, be strong but kind to yourself and be patient ;)
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I have only been to Arniston about three times, by oh my, I have fallen in deep deep love with this place.
For me it reminds me of a mini Mediterranean coastal town with glorious warm water. I love swimming in the sea, I find it the most therapeutic freeing, cleansing, refreshing thing. So this past weekend was truly a blessing and much needed.
Nothing can beat an incredible weekend away with friends who make you laugh and smile! Thank you guys :) Loved the girls winning 30's, a group yoga session on the grass, lots of G&T's, sleeping in bunk beds, tuna mayo, delicious braai's, far too many packets of chips, swimming next to the boys while they got some fun waves, playing games, lying in the sun, soaking up the beauty and taking a moment to think how lucky and blessed I am to go to a beautiful place with wonderful people.
Ps: My goal is to own a holiday house in Arniston :)
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Pics by scenery pictures by Saturday Girl SA. other pics by: Cathy and Kate
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Found these old rings of mine (copper ish) love them :) think they are both from Mr Price a few years ago :)
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MAKE THE REST OF SUMMER COUNT AND WIN A GORGEOUS HAMPER FORM VO5 TO MAKE SURE YOUR HAIR LOOKS STUNNING AND HEALTHY ALL SUMMER LONG.
2013 is here and the summer holidays seem like a distant memory....but don't fret, summer is here to stay! That still means slipping in some much needed pool and beach time to soak up the rest of the summer sunshine! To make the start of this year even better, VO5 are giving away a gorgeous hamper to make sure your hair stays in great condition when you are out and about enjoying the divine weather.
while summer brings the heat and sun to warm our spirits and excite our wardrobes, we often tend to forget about our hair care. It is important to protect your from UV rays which cause damage to our lovely locks (see previous VO5 SUMMER HAIR TIPS post).
So, VO5 are offering a range of products to provide moisture texture, protection, styling and heat defence for your hair. We all know a pretty up-do hairstyle is stunning but lovely,healthy free flowing locks are a total winner for summer!
So make sure you enter and to win a VO5 hamper worth R500.00 of amazing products!
How to enter:
Super easy, all you need to do is comment (see comments below post) on this post with your name and e mail address telling me why you would like to win this hamper! (it can be something short and sweet, remember the draw is done at random selection see rules)
This competition runs from 7 January - 14 February 2013 until 12:00pm (late entries will not be considered)
Winner will be announced later in the day!
Boys don't forget to enter and win this fantastic prize for a lovely lady in your life!
Rules:
Participants/entrants must be South African
Winner will be selected by entrants names put on a piece of paper and randomly drawn
There is only one winner for this prize
The hamper will be couriered to the winner
Full list of products up for grabs:
VO5 gloss me smoothly shampoo
VO5 gloss me smoothly conditioner
VO5 give me moisture shampoo
VO5 give me moisture conditioner
VO5 miracle mist
VO5 extreme style rework fibre putty
VO5 plump it up weightless mousse
VO5 smoothly does it straightening balm
VO5 give me texture choppy crème wax
VO5 Styling mega hold styling gel spray
VO5 give me texture tousled style spray
Keep up to date with styling tips and the latest VO5 news by liking the
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Good luck
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So good to be back at yoga last week. It was a very small class so I did feel a lot less distracted. I need to learn to really focus and switch off during yoga. I am reading a fantastic book at the moment on yoga and meditation and the benefits that they both hold. I am feeling a bit run down still so looking forward to class to rejuvenate me. Best part about this Monday, my friend Brigid is joining me! YAY I hope she likes it and comes more often. Its always great to have friends involved with something you enjoy.
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So as another year of being a student approaches, the realisation that all the pretty things in the shops cannot be mine... SAD FACE resulting in some "innovation" of old clothes or shopping at second hand stores. These shorts I bought about a year ago from a second hand store (cost R40). They were actually jeans that I cut into shorts they are high waisted but baggy ish, which I kind of like! Think I will make use of them this summer :)
pic by: Saturday Girl SA
The holidays may be over but summer is here to stay! So while the gorgeous dresses and colourful bikini's help celebrate your joy for the glorious sunshine season, it’s important not to forget about your gorgeous hair!
As you know I have a slight obsession with my hair and I am always looking for new ways to get creative with it! often I forget about the actual condition of my hair until its too late and it has become dry and dull, especially when I am out and about on the beach. We often forget that UV rays and fluctuating weather conditions tend to wreak havoc on our lovely locks.
Don’t let the summer sun get your hair down, VO5’s lead stylist, Luna, has some useful hints and tips how to keep your hair in luscious condition all summer––without losing out on valuable chill time at the pool or beach.
Tips
1. Always make sure to protect your hair from UV rays as
the sun dries hair quickly. Wearing a hat is an option, but if you want to go
hatless, use VO5’s Miracle Mist to tame your flyaways. VO5’s Give Me Moisture
Shampoo and Conditioner is also a great alternative to replenish and moisturise
your hair
2. Don’t skimp on your intake of water, drinking lots of
water helps replenish lost fluids from the hot days, and helps keep you and
your hair hydrated.
3. Be
sure to use VO5’s range of heat styling products such as Heat Defence styling
spray, on your hair when heat styling and heading out and about in the sun.
4. Make
sure you have got an intense moisturising mask to use once a week.
Alternatively make use of hot oils such as VO5’s Give me moisture and Miracle
Concentrate Elixir with Argan Oil to give your hair the boost it needs for
summer.
5. Summer
style 2012 is all about having loose “free-spirited” hair, so why not pull it
back into a loose pony, or braid loosely? Remember that tight styles can cause
damage and breakage to your hair.
6. To
achieve beach kinks, braid strands of hair and pin it to the top of your head
before going to bed, after a good night’s rest simply remove the pins and
viola! You've got stunning beach kinks
For even more,
ongoing hints and styling tips from Luna. Visit www.facebook.com/vo5sa and welcome summer with your best attitude and hair.
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PS: keep an eye out for a fantastic VO5 Summer give-away coming soon on my blog
PS: keep an eye out for a fantastic VO5 Summer give-away coming soon on my blog
And so it begins..... a new year and a new fitness and health start over! (as I write this I have eaten all the chocolates in my flat, so now I feel I can officially start a healthy week).
Some yoga goals for the year:
Today is my first yoga class of the year, I am scared
I hope this year to maintain going to class
Being way more patient with myself
Researching and reading more on yoga
Recruiting more of my friends to get involved
Working on my yoga at home as often as possible
focusing, healing and learning
Some yoga goals for the year:
Today is my first yoga class of the year, I am scared
I hope this year to maintain going to class
Being way more patient with myself
Researching and reading more on yoga
Recruiting more of my friends to get involved
Working on my yoga at home as often as possible
focusing, healing and learning
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Too much excitement for this shoot by Wildfox SS13 look closely and you will see the entire shoot and range are modelled on the ever so awesome, best chick flick of the 90's CLUELESS! Check out the ilovewildfox for the full story, pics and inspiration! One of my favourite movies!