Live , Love & Flourish

Chloe , aged 25 years young, travel enthusiast, fashion addict who is currently on a journey of self discovery from anorexia.💗Join me on my journey.

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Walking passed this window this morning really made me smile. Positivity from the younger generation , reminding us all to bee happy and bee safe 🐝💕

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Hello May, my first post this year. And what a year to remember it has been. I hope during these difficult times , you have been able to find some calm and peace within. I am missing family and friends so much right now but reminding myself that I am keeping them safe while staying home. During self isolation I have taken some time for myself and practising self care more than usual,sorting through lots of stuff and lots of fitness tutorials online. Keeping to a routine has been my saviour during lockdown as I am somebody that needs structure. Part of my recovery has been routine and I am plesently surprised with how I have adapted to the new "normal".

Please keep yourself and others safe, Lots of Love.

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Christmas 2019

A very different Christmas this year, Jude's first.

One to treasure , we spent the majority of Christmas morning snuggling on the sofa and I definitely wasn't ready to share him.

Mum and I exchanged beautiful gifts Christmas morning and I'm so grateful. We had our Christmas on boxing Day as we spent the Christmas evening with Jess's family ( my brother's partners family) and it was nice but not the same as being in your own home.

I did get emotional on many occasions over Christmas as I kept thinking dad isn't sharing the same experience of Jude and as a family but I did focus on the positives throughout the day.

Looking forward to 2020 already.

Happy new year Chloe 🐝

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Hello December. Christmas is a little different this year with arrival of baby Jude. I do love this time of year and love nothing more than buying gifts for others, it's so easy to get caught up in presents, but spending time with family is equally as important. Already I have watched so many Christmas films, and already planning to spend time with family over the holiday. Work is the best it's ever been and I feel so happy right now. I have a life out of work which never seemed possible, attending yoga and Pilates in the evening has really helped my Mental Health. Taking time for myself this season is important with work being so busy. So many new Vegan products available for Christmas I am looking forward to adventuring out of my comfrot zone and trying new things,something that recovery has given me is freedom to enjoy spending time with family and enjoying new things. Wishing you an amazing Christmas, Chloe

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Introducing Jude Rhys - Williams

I will forever be grateful to my brother and sister in law for bringing the most precious little boy into our lives, already he has healed all of our hearts. I cannot wait to spoilt you with cuddles , kisses and time.

It's crazy how besotted I am with a baby that does nothing but sleep.

So precious and I promise mum and dad to always take the best care of you.

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A busy bee recently with lots of baking orders, I love how baking allows me to be part of someone's occasion whether it's a birthday , graduation ,party or just gesture of kindness.

Baking always allows me to creative which something that Im always so grateful for to be able to express myself .

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Sometimes in life the most unexpected things happen and sometimes we have no control over them and instantly things fall into place and we have to take that chance. A few months ago when I was feeling low never did I think that in October my life would take a change for the better. An unexpected sucsessful job interview has led me to instantly feeling like I did a long time ago before I was working in an unhealthy work enviroment, and although it's only been a week in my new job, Im so excited for the future. Taking risks can be scary but sometimes a leap in the unknown pays off. Autumnal nights have begun and I love nothing more than stocking up on cosy knitwear. This weather calls for soup and cosy nights in watching movies. Im starting to bee-live that happiness and recovery is possible.

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Although it's nearly coming to the end of the month. Refelecting on the month so far has been overwhelming. While I have been spending my time in a job that has given me anxiety , stress and being a victim of bullying I am finally free after finding the job that I have always desired. An out of the blue phonecall inviting me to an interview after seeing my CV online has lead me to an expected and exciting path and I cannot wait to start a new chapter in my life. Im also excited that in less than a month we will be welcoming a baby into the family and I will be Aunt Chloe. Spending time with friends and family this month has been lovely as I often feel I never get chance to arrange Coffee catch ups. But this month I have drunk green tea by the buckets with all the catching up.

As october is approaching I am so excited for a new month to lead to new beginnnings.

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Seville you was a holiday to remember you was everything and more. Although the weather got to 37degrees, you was worth it. So much beauty and culture to explore I loved every moment of exploring cathedrals.

Mum and I had such a wonderful holiday it felt much deserved after such a long time of sadness. I think it's safe to say Louise has Thelma back in the room.

If there is one city to explore I highly recommend a visit to Sevilla 🍡💛

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Finally August has arrived and I am so excited that it's the month for a much deserved holiday. Mum and I are so excited to be going on holiday to Seville. A busy month planned with lots of baking end of the month so until then I am spending time relaxing in sunny spain. Ed behaviours are not welcome on my holiday and I will be enjoying the break. The months seem to be going past so quick. Before we know it Christmas will soon be here.

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Ending July on such a high and what a busy few week’s it’s been ... Over 40 cupcakes baked in one week.

It's been such a fun month baking and being creative , since finding my love for baking It has definitely changed me. I feel like I have a finally found something that I am ( slightly ) good at and passionate about.

My main focus when baking is that all ingredients that are used are vegetarian friendly and cruelty free.. all eggs used are free range or organic and no decorations are used containing animal sources.

I am also thrilled that people trust me to create something for their occasions and giving me a brief to "just do you" when creating their cake boxes.

P.s the teacher was genuinely called Miss Vile.

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July food finds....

So many new Vegan brands and products are currently available when doing an Ocado shop I am spoilt for choice, it's great that so many people are choosing to live kindly.

Waitrose jackfruit burger was a definite 10/10

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Sometimes all you need is doggy cuddles and everything seems ok.

Sunday's spent visiting my brother and long dog walks are all that's needed, the simplest of things yet the most precious.

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Hi July, Finally the sun is shinning, although im not sure for how much longer.. I usually find the heat hard to deal with but this year (maybe it's due to lack of it)... im suprisingly enjoying the nice weather and the lighter evenings. Already this month I need to start planning for my holidays in August with mum.. After a few diffcitult months I decided to book us a suprise holiday to Seville in Spain. I think the change of scenery and a few days holiday shopping will do us good. One thing that is exciting about the months cominig sooner is that I am another month closer to becoming an Aunt. Already I have begun picking up baby presents and already I am totally bessoted.

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The most happiest and exciting news I could wish to receive. 💙👣

My big brother is going to be a Dad.

I am so excited to be Auntie Chloe, another reason for me to be healthy and happy so I can care for baby Williams.

I was so honoured to be asked to bake baby gender reveal cupcakes for the party, and felt my love for baking was part of such a special day.

The day was lovely and I am so happy and bursting with excitement inside, I couldn't have wished to have shared my birthday celebrations with such an amazing suprise. 👣🍼

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Birthday 🎂🍥💗

June baby... Celebrating my birthday has been difficult if you have been following my blog you will know that two days after my 21st birthday I was taken to the doctor's due to my serve anorexia and told I was that I was lucky to be alive.

This year was different I focused on the positive of how far I have come and how important it is for me to keep moving forward.

I shared my day with such a precious celebration that I will post next. 💙

I felt very blessed with some of my gifts , I love how my jewellery is alwways bought with such meaning.

Bee happy, start baker and lady luck.

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Another memory created with my mum, I've lost count of the amount of Take That and Gary Barlow concerts I've accompanied her to! I secretly do love Take That, it's always great to see people enjoying themselves and one thing I love about music is that I always get lost with it and forget about everything.