#mykindofcreative

𝐖𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐤 . . .⠀ ⠀ . . . like many, I haven't posted for a few days - I felt that the best way for me to support the BAME communities right now was to mute my feed and to allow others (much more knowledgeable than I) to have a less 'noisy' space in which to speak up ・ I've engaged with people I've never come across before, listened to them eloquently educate the world and shared information where I can ・ I've exchanged emails with my MP on the abhorrent response of the Trump administration and on how this must become a catalyst for lasting change.⠀ ⠀ I've spent time learning, understanding and changing.⠀ ⠀ However, I'm saddened to see the shaming of white creators for 'having no respect' after posting normal content again ・ Shaming is what leads to silence and silence will not help right now ・ This isn't a trend, we need to keep the conversation going - and this might not always be by using our public platforms ... this can be conversations with friends & family, it can be spending time learning or simply engaging with those who have firsthand experience of the issues being fought against.⠀ ⠀ We are not perfect, we are learning and we are trying.⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ #mykindofcreative #everydaymagic #daysofsmallthings #ofquietmoments #slowdownwithstills #slowandsimpledays #quietchaotics #momentsofcalm #slowlived #sunlightphotography #goldenhours #clickedbyme #together #fightracism #fightracismnow #racismisreal #racismsucks #selfportraitproject #advancedselfie #loveeachother #theselfportraitist #selfreflection #standtogether #blacklivesmatter #blm #allyship #beanally #antiracism #antiracist #timeforchange (at Planet Earth) https://www.instagram.com/p/CBBOc32BI-K/?igshid=1nh3x6fpx8k63

SPORT. I love the creativity behind some of the accounts here on Instagram. @misskatyenglish is one of them and I really enjoyed following her January challenge and her photoshopping skills. While my photoshopping skills leave much to be desired, I did my best and edited today's photo on my phone only after Lizzie went to bed last night. It was fun, but it made me appreciate how much time you can spend on creating those more complicated edits that you see on Insta. This one is simple, but it still took me most of the Jurassic World to finish it. Guess next step is doing blending in one app and then editing the photo properly in another, but that's for another time. Today on taking Lizzie to Bounce and Play seeing how much she loves skipping around and I'm pretty sure the little nap refuser won't give me much time to faff around on my phone (it took me an hour just to post this 🤣🙈). Happy Monday! #mykindofcreative #wordswithkaty #fitfam #mummyblogger #mummybloggeruk #mummydiaries #mummysgirl💕 #chattycaptioncommunity #curateyourownfeed #creativemornings #mondaymotivation #happyselves #happyeveryday #babyootd #lifestyleblogs #londonblogger #slowliving #channelmumvillage #photooftheday #photoshop #babylife #babyadventures #miniinfluencer #discoverunder10k https://www.instagram.com/p/BuTFA3hBLNA/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=15vh6xvh2w5ir

Getting those presents ready 🎅 I really enjoyed getting Lizzie her first presents. I know it's her first Christmas and at three months she's still too young to understand it, but it's a lovely feeling nonetheless. She got two dolls and two prints from @cuddleandkind which guaranteed 30 meals for children in need, so we feel we shared a bit of the Christmas spirit. #lifestylephotography #thelifestylecollective #mykindofcreative #reallifeandstyle #christmasgifts #flatlaygoals #mummyblogger #mummydiaries #30plusblogs #flatlaytoday #flatlayforever #babysfirstchristmas #mylifeinpictures #channelmumvillage #notamummyblogger #reallife #curatedlife #prettylittleinspo #prettysquares #flatlaytoday https://www.instagram.com/p/BrvX329BJt4/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=anlnu3q9u9kp

Wet and cold autumnal days like today make me feel less guilty about sitting on the sofa, drinking one cup of tea after the other and reading a book. The sound of the rain and a cozy blanket are extremely relaxing and I almost wish I could make this moment last forever. What do you love about autumn? #30plusblogs #lifestylephotography #flatlaygoals #mylifeinpictures #mykindofcreative #reallifeandstyle #flatlaystudio #flatlayoftheday #flatlaysquad #bookstagram #weekendmood #weekendvibes #slowlifestyle #simplelifestyle #simpleliving https://www.instagram.com/p/BoB-dkkjg46/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1owl094zh2b6p

Are you despairing over Mondays? Would you prefer for the day to just pass unobserved? Recently I spoke to a lot of people about how to be more positive about Mondays. My usual response to how are you or how was your weekend tends to be "short" or "getting there" or some other variation of I hate today. But these chats (thanks Insta community!) have made me think a bit more about this dreaded day. Apart from having to set your alarm clock and spend most of your time at work, it's not all doom and gloom. Yes, maybe work isn't glamorous and it prevents me from spending a day on the sofa, but it also allows for my lifestyle, a lifestyle I actually really love. And since I'm on the mission to improve the Monday attitude, I thought of a few things that I'm enjoying about today: - I actually love my outfit today. - I made an effort with accessories and they make me feel great. - I got up 20 minutes earlier just to ease myself into the day, looking at Insta and reading. I did something I enjoy doing before changing out of my PJs. - I got my workspace ready for the day before I dived into the emails. It only took a couple of minutes, but instantly improved my mood. What would you do to make your Monday better? #reallifeandstyle #mykindofcreative #chattycaptioncommunity #flatlaygoals #flatlayoftheday #30plusblogs #30plusblogger #discoverunder10k #elevatetheeveryday #momentsofmine #prettylittleinspo https://www.instagram.com/p/Bni9WK4jkZl/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1v6f98qs3ifx9

One day I'll live in a cute little house 😊 We're currently in the middle of some home improvements, so it feels like we're living in a storage unit. I mean, I'm sharing the sofa with the Kitchen Aid! But it makes it all worth it knowing that when Trooper arrives it'll all be done and our home will look even more beautiful. What do you like about your home? Would you ever change it to make it more Instagrammable? And before you ask, no ours definitely isn't an Instagram home cliche, it's a home for us, a home we feel comfortable in with no glass table in sight. Yes, I sometimes think I'd love to live in a home straight out of a magazine, but then I realise that comfort and being able to relax are the most important things. So, maybe that perfectly photogenic room will have to wait 😊 #30plusblogs #over30fashion #reallifeandstyle #mykindofcreative #chattycaptioncommunity #simplelifehappylife #londonstreetstyle #londonlifestyle #ootdinspo #casualstyle #wearwhatyoulove #simplestyle (at Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea) https://www.instagram.com/p/BnaqujHDaF0/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=pnjw3mklwwh3