Motivational thoughts-Master of patience

A man who is a master of patience is master of everything else.
- George Savile

Famous people quotes-Proper function

I should like to know what is the proper function of women, if it is not to make reasons for husbands to stay at home, and still stronger reasons for bachelors to go out.
- George Eliot

Sexual quotes-Fear of tight spaces

I'm definitely claustrophobic. I have a morbid fear of tight spaces. Thankfully, with my girlfriend, I'll never have a problem with that.
-Scott E. Roeben

Thought for the day-Regret most

The follies which a man regrets most, in his life, are those which he didn't commit when he had the opportunity.
- Helen Rowland

My 5 rules for life + GIVEAWAY:: $200 Peeptoe Shoes Voucher

All you need is love (and cameras)

This one speaks for itself.

A place for everything and everything in its place

This is a saying my Ninny always said and it has stuck with me whenever I'm trying to get my house sorted. I need to follow this one more often.

Treat yourself

Me time is something I really value as well as being kind to yourself, you deserve some fresh flowers, you deserve time to have a cup of tea and read a book, take the time to treat yourself!

Travel, never stop learning & always question

Ever since I was a little girl I've questioned everything...I think my Dad would get sick of me always asking things like "how does the moon and sun work? but why?"  it's no wonder I ended up a scientist.  

Also travel has always been something I want to do and do more of, nothing helps you learn more about yourself, give perspective on what's important and see how others live. I hope my life can always be full of travel.

wake early + drink coffee

I love morning time, it's my favourite time of the day and I've always been an early riser. Mornings are so quiet and still and full of promise of the day ahead. It's also the perfect time to get things done before the days distractions start. With a coffee in hand!!

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I was asked to share my 5 rules for life as part of the Appletiser 'Get your Sparkle On' campaign. Those who follow me on instagram have probably already seen me sharing them over there along with the other bloggers taking part using the hashtag #appletisersparkle.  The campaign is all about empowering women and making them feel strong, in control & beautiful.  It was hard to come up with 5 rules and I'm sure now I will think of so many more things I left out!

What are the rules you live by?  I'd love to hear your rules for life! Share them in the comment section to be in the running to win a $200 PeepToe Shoes voucher.

You can find the  T&Cs for this comp here.

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Poistive quotes-Action

Action is a great restorer and builder of confidence. Inaction is not only the result, but the cause, of fear. Perhaps the action you take will be successful; perhaps different action or adjustments will have to follow. But any action is better than no action at all.
- Norman Vincent Peale

Love quotes-Don't wait

Don't wait for love to come to you. Create love, and give it away.

Famous people quotes-To choose well

To live is to choose. But to choose well, you must know who you are and what you stand for, where you want to go and why you want to get there.
- Kofi Annan

Renee louise anderson

European Journey from Renee Louise Anderson on Vimeo.


So much inspiration on the tumblr account of Renee Louise Anderson, 20, Florida.
http://reneelouiseanderson.tumblr.com/

I want to travel and take photos now!! so cant wait for the summer holidays.

Deep thoughts-Whole heart

Those who don't know how to weep with their whole heart, don't know how to laugh either.
- Golda Meir

Ela Hawke Vintage

Midsummer Romance lookbook by Ela Hawke Vintage.  All the amazing vintage pieces featured will be available through Ela Hawke from tonight, see their facebook here. 

Art Direction // Jessica Piercy 

Photographer // Sean Condon 

Styling // Jessica Piercy  + Katie McIntosh 

Model + Make Up // Katie McIntosh

Thought for the day-Short visit

You're only here for a short visit.
Don't hurry. Don't worry.
And be sure to smell the flowers along the way.
- Walter Hagen

Marriage quotes-Cozy combination

There is no such cozy combination as man and wife.
- Menander

SAMANTHA WILLS STATIONERY

Samantha Wills has just released a stationery collection featuring illustrations by Kelly Smith....seriously these two can do no wrong working together, such a perfect team!

The sets come packaged in a gorgeous hand-carved wooden Samantha Wills box, just like how all her jewellery pieces come.  And they're selling out fast! I hope Santa brings me one.

See the collection here.

Sarcastic quotes-Feminism

I myself have never been able to find out precisely what feminism is. I only know that people call me a feminist whenever I express sentiments that differentiate me from a doormat or a prostitute. - Rebecca West, The Clarion

Famous people quotes-Convenient

People seldom do what they believe in, they do what is convenient, and then repent.
- Bob Dylan

Positive quotes-Grace

Grace isn't just a little prayer you say before receiving a meal.
It's a way to live.
- Jackie Windspear

Fossil Be Charmed

My newest jewellery love is my Fossil Charm Story bracelet.  I've never owned a charm bracelet before and was only thinking how I would really like to have one, in fact with my birthday coming up in a few months I had actually been thinking that's what I'd like for my present.  So I was very excited when Fossil invited me to view their Be Charmed range and put together my very own charm story.

Fossil's collection of quirky, vintage inspired charms suits my taste so perfectly!! Hot air balloons, Polaroid cameras, typewriters, cute animals... It was so hard to choose.

The story behind my charm picks:

1// Bracelet.  The starter bracelet was an easy choice, when I was little my Dad bought me a silver circle link chain bracelet so I was immediately drawn to this chain as it remind me of that bracelet, so it really felt more special than the other styles for me.

2// Charms.  The camera charm was a given, I love photography and cameras... in fact it was the one charm I knew I wanted before I even when into the store.  The other two I played around with choices in the store seeing what felt right. The deer was my second choice, I'm a bit of a deer collector and my Nan just gave me her vintage deer that she has had in the house since I was a little girl....and the heart with the little bit of bling reminds me of my new sparkly Queensland life.

3// Drop hints to family of the other charms I want... haha :P  For me the next will be the hot air balloon, my bracelet needs some colour and a reminder for me to take more adventures next year!

Hilarious quotes-Excited about nothing

The trouble with some women is they get all excited about nothing - and then they marry him.
- Cher

Famous people quotes-For others

Life's most persistent and urgent question is, "What are you doing for others?"
- Martin Luther King, Jr.

Deep thoughts-Conscientious people

Conscientious people are apt to see their duty in that which is the most painful course.
- George Eliot