University Bucket List

Unfortunately summer is coming to an end, and although I love being home with my family and friends, I am very much looking forward to returning to university to begin my second year. Even though my first year was amazing and so much fun, I think that there are a few things I want to … More University Bucket List

Rutland Bike Ride

Today I woke up nice and early and went for a bike ride around Rutland Water, we have always said that we would bike around the whole thing but we have been yet to do it until today. I think around the perimeter is approximately 18 miles, so it wasn’t anything to drastic just a … More Rutland Bike Ride

The Carrie Diaries Summer And The City: A Book Review

‘Sex and the City’ is one of my favourite television shows, so when I saw that there was a prequel in a book and television version I was a bit skeptical. I decided to give the TV show the ‘The Carrie Diaries’ a chance and I was pleasantly surprised, it is actually quite entertaining, although … More The Carrie Diaries Summer And The City: A Book Review

Taking It All In

Do you ever just stop for a second and look at what is actually around you? Well today I went for a run, although I wasn’t planning to, I figured I may as well to break up my day. Anyhow, I decided to try a new route which I regularly drive down but have been … More Taking It All In

Oh Another Rom Com… Why Do We Love The Genre Film So Much?

The power of the genre film is that it creates a set of expectations for audiences, if you go to see a Rom-Com high chances are you will leave feeling happy whilst watching the protagonists fall in love, whereas, if you go to see a horror film your more than likely expecting to be scared … More Oh Another Rom Com… Why Do We Love The Genre Film So Much?

The Problem With Running: Losing Mental Motivation

Lately I am starting to agree with the term ‘mind over matter’ when it comes to running. I think running, although a very physical exercise, is very psychological in terms of telling yourself to keep going mile after mile. “Running is a road to self-awareness and reliance-you can push yourself to extremes and learn the … More The Problem With Running: Losing Mental Motivation