Showing posts with label London. Show all posts
Showing posts with label London. Show all posts
9.6.14

Postcards from Far Away Friends

Who doesn't love receiving letters/postcards in the mail? There's something so special about holding a tangible note in your hands and seeing the words and adorable little drawings handwritten so meticulously.

Although it's easy to understand why it is a dying communication method. In a world where facebook chat, twitter and skype rule the roost, the slow process (and $1 expense!) of actually writing a letter isn't so appealing. 

But that's what makes letters and postcards so special! That little bit of extra effort taken makes you feel all warm and fuzzy on the inside... someone loves me! Hahaha!

Just the other day I received a postcard all the way from PARIS from my friend, Emma (from Daydream Believer). 

Made. My. Day. I just had to instagram it.

Original Image Source: Instagram

I'm thinking of replying with a postcard from Hamilton ha!... what do ya think? ;)

Check out Emma's blog, Daydream Believer . She seems to be having the time of her life living in London. I'm very jealous!

Rachel.
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2.12.13

December Desktop Calendar

Original image source: Travel Habit

Christmas is almost here and 2013 is coming to a close. I've said it before and I'll say it again; time flies by so fast! Seriously! I swear the year just started!

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1.10.13

October Desktop Calendar

Original image source: Liberty Church

This month's desktop calendar image is of London– one of my favorite cities in the world. Even though I've never been there, I feel like London and I are destined to meet. We suit each other to a tee... or should I say "tea"? ;) 
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13.8.12

Well done, London!

Fireworks during the closing ceremony (sourced from: London2012.com)

I'm just sitting here watching the closing ceremony/ waiting for the Spice Girls to come out and I can't help but feel a little disappointed! Not because of the ceremony itself– it's pretty amazing so far– but because it is all ending! :(

I've made no secret of my love for London, it's one of my favorite cities! I've really enjoyed watching the marathons, triathlons and cycling events that toured this wonderful city from the streets. Aside from actually being there, I think it's the best way to see the London sights.

Also, I love the sense of unity that comes along with having the entire world represented in one place at one time and for one reason. It's so special and fills me with so much pride!

But even though these games are ending, I guess I can take comfort in the fact that the next games are that much closer! I can't wait for Rio 2016, let's see if they can out-do London 2012– it's not going to be an easy task!!

What was your favorite part of the games?

Rachel xoxo
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25.7.12

It's raining, it's pouring!

Being back home in New Zealand has come as a bit of a shock to the system for me. It was so sunny and warm in Brisbane so I'm finding it hard to re-adjust to the cold, rainy, overcast and wintery days that are all too common in Hamilton.

But I'm trying to be positive about it! After all, there aren't many places around the world that can hide from the drizzle! I've found that looking at pictures of wonderful places on rainy days has romanticised the wet weather, thus making a bit more bearable!

Take a look at some of my favorites, maybe they can inspire you to be positive on a seemingly miserable day as well...

Venice (source: Pinterest)

Barcelona (source: Gafferux1- flickr)

Paris (source: Traveluxemag)

London (source: Pinterest)

New York (source: Pinterest)

Chicago (source: you crazy dreamers)

Mexico City (source: Pinterest)

Hong Kong (source: Pinterest)

Tokyo (source: Pinterest)

Somewhere in Africa (source: Pinterest)

See what I mean!? Now, don't you feel like going outside and dancing in the rain!?

Rachel xoxo.
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6.6.12

The Diamond Queen- Happy Jubilee Queen Elizabeth!

She hasn't changed a bit!

I had a very British weekend this weekend. I stayed up waaaay past my bed time with my tea, scones and jam and watched the amazing jubilee river pageant on TV. It was such a sight seeing thousands of boats parade down the Thames to the excitement of the millions of people who gathered at the banks hoping to get a glimpse of the action! It even got me a bit excited seeing all the great London landmarks from the river– London Bridge, the Tower of London, the Houses of Parliament and the Big Ben (or should I say Elizabeth Tower?)! Ahh, I love London so much!

The river pageant was so amazing!

Anyway, congratulations to the Queen on 60 years of service! Can't wait till her next jubilee (Platinum is it?),  maybe I'll actually be in London for that one!!

Rachel xoxo
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2.5.12

Pretty Pinterest Pictures

One of my new obsessions (apart from this blog) is Pinterest. It is such a glorious time waster!

Of course, I have found many beautiful pictures of beautiful places. Here are some of my favorite finds from this past week...

New York City

New York City

New York... again

Northern Lights over Alaska

London

Scotland

Rome

Bonjour, Paris!

Paris

Somewhere in Europe

Tokyo

Somewhere in Asia

There are so, so many amazing pictures, it was hard to choose just a few to feature here. But, if you would like to see more, check out my Pinterest page, it's constantly growing!

Rachel xoxo
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27.4.12

London calling!

Oh London, can't I just be there already!?

I love London!!

I am certain of this, despite never having been there before. I feel like, of all the cities in the world, London was tailor made just for me. And here are five reasons why...

1. I have a thing for Royals

LOVED the Royal Wedding!
Actually, I wouldn't call it just 'a thing', it's more of an obsession! Lucky for me, the epicentre of all things Royal is London! If I could catch just a glimpse the Queen, I would lose it!


2. I love the architecture

St Paul's is so beautiful!
I don't think there is anything that can lift a bad mood better than a good stroll around some beautiful buildings. By this logic, I think being in London will leave me with an irremovable smile. The grandness and intricacies of buildings like St Pauls Cathedral, Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament are what sets them apart from anything I could see here in little old NZ.

3. I'm a bit of a history freak

The Tower of London, the holy grail of British history!
After being settled by the Romans in 47AD (thanks wikipedia!), the city has gone through a lot! The establishment of the monarchy, a number of wars, a religious divide, the bubonic plague, the great fire and its rebuild, the great depression and of course, the endless pomp and ceremony of Royal weddings, funerals and jubilees. All this has left me with so much to explore, and I plan on seeing it all!

4. I'm a big tea drinker

Tea and scones, anyone?
I've never got the taste for coffee, it's far too bitter! No, me? I love the smooth, comforting taste of a classic English Breakfast tea. I know I would love it all the better served in a cute teacup with canapes on the side while dining at, say, the London Ritz Hotel!?

5. I love pretty clothes

Topshop, I will shop in you one day!
London is one of the top fashion cities. Some of the world's best and most well-known brands come from the London boroughs. While Alexander Mc Queen, Burberry and Stella McCartney are nice, I will be just as satisfied with the more affordable brands such as Topshop, Zara and River Island. I can't wait to experience these stores and their products for myself one day! My inner fashionista is DYING to get her hands on a good pair of chinos!

Ahhh, we have so much in common, London and I. It is certain to be a life long love affair!

Rachel xoxo
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