WE MOVED IN: FRIST CHRISTMAS IN OUR FIRST HOME

December 29, 2020December 29, 2020 ~ minimsandmischief ~ Leave a comment

Right, I’m not gonna lie the past 8 weeks have been an absolute whirlwind and I haven’t had time to document our renovation journey on the blog up to now. I managed the first week, but after that it was all systems go to get things done in time for Christmas. I will go back now I have a bit more time and write some more renovation updates to look back on though! For now, I am thrilled to be able to say that we are officially moved in to our first home and it was just in time for Christmas!

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DAD’S 50TH BIRTHDAY BASH

September 21, 2020September 21, 2020 ~ minimsandmischief ~ Leave a comment

This weekend was a nice change and rare glimpse of normality as we celebrated my Dad’s 50th birthday! Technically, his birthday isn’t until Tuesday but we decided to throw a little family gathering on Sunday to celebrate early.

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BACKSTAGE FOR SCHOOL (OF ROCK)

July 12, 2019October 5, 2020 ~ minimsandmischief ~ Leave a comment

Every year my old secondary school put on a musical at the end of term and since leaving I have been back annually to help out backstage. This year marked the end of an era as our old drama teacher is moving on to another school meaning this was our last year helping out. Continue reading “BACKSTAGE FOR SCHOOL (OF ROCK)” →

HOLIBOBS AND BROKEN ANKLES

June 11, 2019June 11, 2019 ~ minimsandmischief ~ Leave a comment

I have just got back from the best weekend away in Devon with my best pals. I honestly can’t even put into words how needed this little getaway was and I wish it could have lasted forever. Continue reading “HOLIBOBS AND BROKEN ANKLES” →

BLOGMAS – DAY 8: LOCO CHRISTMAS MEAL

December 8, 2018December 6, 2018 ~ minimsandmischief ~ Leave a comment

This Wednesday’s social was a little bit different for our society as we hosted the first official ‘Loco Christmas Meal.’ As I’m a Christmas fiend, I helped Callen out and took the lead on organising this event for our members. Continue reading “BLOGMAS – DAY 8: LOCO CHRISTMAS MEAL” →

BLOGMAS – DAY 7: SHINE A LIGHT & PEACE OF MIND AT CHRISTMAS CAMPAIGNS

December 7, 2018December 3, 2018 ~ minimsandmischief ~ 1 Comment

Part of my role as a wellbeing champion at the University of Worcester involves coming up with original campaigns that promote or aid wellbeing. As we have established, I absolutely adore Christmas, so one of favourite times to come up with ideas during the festive season. Whilst to me this time of year is magical, Christmas can be a really difficult time for some – it is easy to feel lonely, isolated or anxious. As a result I always endeavour to come up with a Christmas campaign that raises awareness of these issues. Continue reading “BLOGMAS – DAY 7: SHINE A LIGHT & PEACE OF MIND AT CHRISTMAS CAMPAIGNS” →

BLOGMAS – DAY 6: CHRISTMAS IN LONDON

December 6, 2018December 5, 2018 ~ minimsandmischief ~ Leave a comment

Day 6 of Blogmas has arrived and I thought I would talk about my trip to London this week. I absolutely love London and wish I could visit more often – there’s just something about it that makes me giddy with excitement. There really is no where else like it. Continue reading “BLOGMAS – DAY 6: CHRISTMAS IN LONDON” →

SOCIAL NIGHTS ARE THE BEST NIGHT’S

October 21, 2018October 21, 2018 ~ minimsandmischief ~ Leave a comment

I recently did an interview for BBC Hereford and Worcester about drinking culture at university. I found the interview ridiculous as they were basically trying to dig dirt and paint us student’s in the typical negative light. I wasn’t having any of it and as a result they decided to cut our interview content and seek out randomers in town that would give in to the stereotype and tell them what they wanted to hear.

Since then I’ve been reflecting on my experience of the social side of university and I can honestly say I wouldn’t have it any other way. I am a hardworking individual with four part time jobs, a committee position within my society and am on track for a sound grade in my degree all of which I balance alongside my social inventory. If I choose to go and let my hair down once or twice a week when I can find time then why should that be a bad thing? I thought I would write this blog as a reminder of why socialising with your friends and letting off steam is so important at university. Continue reading “SOCIAL NIGHTS ARE THE BEST NIGHT’S” →

A WEEK AT THE THEATRE

July 13, 2018 ~ minimsandmischief ~ 1 Comment

This week I got to spend most of my time back in my favourite theatre, as I worked backstage for my old secondary school’s show – Evita. The Borough Theatre in Abergavenny was literally my second home growing up. I used to do three musicals and one pantomime there a year and rehearse there four days a week, so it was such a welcome feeling being back. However, this time I swapped performing for being part of the backstage crew and here’s how I got on. Continue reading “A WEEK AT THE THEATRE” →

UNI FRIENDS ARE THE BEST FRIENDS

May 8, 2018May 8, 2018 ~ minimsandmischief ~ Leave a comment

So the past few weeks have been some of the toughest I’ve faced since starting uni. My daily routine is getting up at 6:15am and getting home at midnight every night. I have a production of Grease to put on, exams and deadlines around every corner and Alex is on placement all day everyday so I don’t get to see him much either. How do I do it? This is a question I am asked daily – “how do you do it all”, “how do you fit everything you do into one day” etc, etc. The answer is I have absolutely no idea! I’m a firm believer in making the most of every minute I’m at university but lately things have gotten a little too much even for me. However, the one thing I can always rely on to pick me up and dust me off is my amazing group of uni friends. Continue reading “UNI FRIENDS ARE THE BEST FRIENDS” →