Fancy in Franschhoek: Tastings, Food and Art all around
Celebrating something? A trip to the oh-so gorgeous Franschhoek is always a good idea. If you asked me, it’s a go-to choice for almost any special occasion. There are so many fancy & fun experiences to have. For our 2nd anniversary, Dr. Jay decided on booking a weekend stay at Franschhoek Boutique Hotel. It is […]
I’m in my glow-girl era… ✨
Everybody and every body is different – this is the message I hope to promote as part of the Glow Getter team. For many years I have felt uncomfortable about being petite. If someone offers me something to eat and I say no thanks, I’m accused of “having an eating disorder”. If I choose to […]
Non-Toxic Deo Review: What’s the dealeo with Nivea, Clicks MyEarth & The Apothecary?
This year one of my goals was to stop using toxic deodorant. Certain chemical ingredients found in deodorant and antiperspirants, like parabens, triclosan, phthalates, propylene glycol and aluminium are linked to several medical conditions including certain cancers. “The most common concern about aluminium in antiperspirants and other topical products is that it’s linked to breast […]
Swellies for the weekend: Here’s 7 things to do in Swellendam
Last year this time, I had the most colourful weekend away in Swellendam… and to think, I almost didn’t go! Despite me usually being the ever-ready, eager-beaver when it comes to a getaway opportunity, this particular trip just wasn’t tickling my fancy at the time of its approach. On the day I had to leave, […]
Steenberg Vineyards: Escaping to a life of luxury
I’m a traveller and these last two years have been particularly hard on my soul. In recent months however, I’ve found solace in doing more luxury local adventures to help me feel like I’m actually “travelling”. I don’t know why I’d never done this before. I always tend to look for cheapie getaways when I’m […]
Smile…Y Piercing? My experience and reason for getting a frenulum piercing.
The Frenulum Piercing as it’s technically known – is more commonly referred to as a ‘smiley piercing’. The frenulum is that thin piece of connector skin between the upper lip and the gum. On freshtrends.com it says; “The smiley piercing is so-named because it won’t be seen unless you smile.” “How cute, and mysterious?” I […]
The Clicks MyEarth Oral Care Range – review
Of course, with getting my smiley piercing a few months ago I did tons of research on how to care for it. When deciding on the new oral care products I’d get myself in the process, I opted for the recently launched Clicks MyEarth range. If you know me already, or follow my social […]
Colourful Greetings!
I’m baaaaaack! So, I’ve decided to slide my way back into having my blog again. It’s just… like, it’s the creativity for me. So, after a hiatus & ‘a pandemic!’, you could say – this is a new start. “The symbolic 30s”. My 30th Birthday was during lockdown (I’ll never get over it) and I’m […]