Retail Therapy: Mini Pregnancy Haul

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How are you, what are have been getting up to the last few days? Well as for me, the last few days have been quite unpleasant as I’ve not been feeling too wellL. But yesterday I woke up adamant in trying to make myself feel better and enjoy the warm weather (which turned out to be too hot for me in the end). So, what did I do you ask? Well obviously, I opted for some RETAIL THERAPY!

Therefore, I thought it would be nice to share what I got and see what your opinions are on it. Since, I’ve had my son which is coming up to four years ago; shopping has more or else evolved around in him. And that’s not because it “that’s the way it is” or the other reasons most parents share with me. For me, it’s because I make it like that whether I like it or not. Are you confused? I am. It doesn’t make sense how much I try to explain it to myself. But to make it simple for you, I’ll share the most common situation as an example:

I need to buy a pair of shoes for back up because I only have the one pair. So, I find the shoes that I like online, then I make the time to go to the shop and once I’m in there. I realise how my son need a new pair of trainers or he could do with a new outfit even though I could get them a few weeks later. So my mind becomes a battle field where I try to work out what to buy or shall I just buy everything. BLAH, BLAH, BLAH. And after standing around the shop for thirty odd minutes, I decide that I can buy shoes next time or I don’t actually need to buy them at all!

That’s what happens near enough every time I go shopping with the intention of buying myself something. Now however, there’s another contender in the virtual battlefield, My Unborn Sprog! Since I’ve been pregnant everything I’ve bought has been for either one of the sprogs and I always come home thinking “I didn’t actually buy anything for myself”

Yesterday, I decided that I was going to treat myself and not buy buying my children something but buying myself something that only I can use. And, voila! That’s what I did. I bought myself a treat and to put my mind at rest I picked up some bits for the bubble baby. As for my wild child his treat was the three scoop ice-cream that he has while we were out (he chose that over clothes/toys, now isn’t he a “mini me”, Lurves Food).  Also, to my surprise I received few treats in the post as well, so that’s enough of going on and here are the goodies:

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Firstly for me:

A River Island Black Messenger Bag, I really like this especially that it fits my maternity notes inside and isn’t a hassle when I’m using crutches (most shoulder bags are).

My treat that came in the post today, My First Glossy Box: I know I’m really late to jump on the band wagon but the thing is I never got round to it! Anyway, I was really excited about this and now finally it’s here.

Now for the Bubble baby:

I love these Sleepsuits, there just so cute so I had to get them. There from Next if you interested.

From Boots, I got this thermometer. I’m really bad with water temperatures, what is warm for other people is hot for me so I didn’t want to rely on my instincts when it comes to bathing the baby! I’ve read really good reviews.

This came in the post today, I thought it was a bargain because its RRP is £25 and I got it for £10 from Amazon.

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I read a lot of reviews and before I buy something I have to research it. How small or big it is. So, if you haven’t guess already I intend on writing reviews as well. Now, I know some of you might think that some things are not worth reviewing due its purpose or nature i.e. the thermometer, but for me there is.  Because I look for these reviews and I’m sure other people do as well! So, keep an out for my reviews.

So, that’s me all done for today,

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My First Food Blog Post

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Today’s blog isn’t on pregnancy! Nope, it’s actually about yesterday’s dinner.  I thought it’s about time you got to know the other dominant aspects of my life, FOOD. Yipeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee.

I know by now I’ve mentioned that I lurve food in most of my posts, but that’s not enough. No, I actually feel like I’ve been neglecting my passion. SNIFF SNIFF. You’re probably thinking “c’mon, what’s new about this, who doesn’t love food?” Well, it might not be new but I’m not just talking about eating food, I’m talking about eating it, cooking it, reading about it and even dreaming about it. Honestly, I’m not exaggerating. Truth be told, how much I tell you about my love for food, it will still be an understatement!

Anyway, you’ll get some idea about my obsession the more you get to know me. Now, getting back to last night’s dinner, one of my ultimate favourite dishes has to be the SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESE. It something I have to eat at least once a month. And a few days ago, I suddenly realised how I didn’t remember when the last time I ate it was. Now, that’s bad, so bad that I got upset and thought “oh my days, I NEED to eat Spaghetti Bolognese as soon as possible”. So, I went out bought the necessary ingredients and cooked it yesterday. YAY.

Now, I enjoyed it so much that I want you to try it. Please if you do try it; take the time to tell me what you think of it as I’m hoping to Professionally CHEF one day and any feedback will be helpful.

BEWARE, this isn’t your traditional recipe so if you’re a PURIST, you might want to turn away!

SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESE

Serves: 4

Duration: 2 hours

Ingredients:

(Please Wash and Dry all fresh vegetables and meat prior to use)

• 500g Lean Beef, minced
• 1 tbsp. Olive Oil
• 50g Butter
• 200g Onions, chopped finely
• 200g Carrots, chopped finely
• 20g Garlic, Grated or chopped very finely
• 1 ½ tsp. Salt
• 1 ½ tsp. Black Pepper
• ½ tsp. Dried Oregano
• ½ tsp. Dried Thyme
• 2 tbsps. Worcestershire Sauce
• 400ml Chicken stock
• 2 tbsps. Tomato Puree
• 400g Tin Chopped Tomatoes
• 2 tbsps. Lemon Juice
• 15g Parsley, chopped finely
• 5g Basil, chopped finely
• 55g your chosen cheese to grate over
• Few leaves of Basil to garnish

Method:

1. Heat the oil and butter in a pot, add the onion, carrot & garlic, saute over a medium heat until soft and translucent ( approx. 5mins)
2. Then, add the mince, salt, black pepper, turn the heat up to medium to high and fry for about 5mins. Also, use a wooden spoon to break any lumps of mince.
3. After 5 mins, add the oregano, thyme and Worcestershire sauce and brown for a further 5 minutes.
4. Once browned and any liquid from the mince has evaporated. Add the stock and Tomato puree bring to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes or until the all the stock has been absorbed.
5. Then, add the tin tomatoes, lemon juice, chopped basil, chopped parsley, bring to a boil, turn the heat down to low, cover the pot and simmer for 1 ½ hours. Stirring occasionally and adding little amounts of water if the mixture is sticking to the bottom of the pan.
6. During the last 10 minutes of the mince cooking, cook your spaghetti according to the pack.
7. Lastly, serve. Sprinkle individual servings with some cheese, garnish with basil leafs and serve with Garlic bread and A salad.

I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.

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Pregnancy Fruit Size Comparision

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Well my lovelies, I don't have much for you today as I haven't been too well after a sudden faint attack yesterday. But, while I was browsing through all these baby/pregnancy websites: forums; blogs etc. I came across this very simple but hilarious list. i'm sure most of you darlings have come across it already at some point, but I just had to add it to my "To-Be Informative Blog". Every mother to-be should be able to compare her unborn bubs to something they put in their mouth!

I LOVE food more than most things in life so this was right up my alley, but last week which was my eighteenth, I just couldn't imagine my child as a sweet potato! All I could wonder is sweet potatoes come in the most weirdest sizes and shapes, How is one possibly suppose to compare the child to it?


Anyway let me know what you think about this comparison list & What Comment below with what fruit you are this right now!


So that's all for now,

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