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Showing posts with label blog. Show all posts

Tuesday, 14 October 2014

Getting to know me with the Liebster tag


Hi everyone, 

It’s taken me a while to answer all of Amina’s ( The All Seeing Lens) Liebster award questions, but life has been hectic and filled with unexpected happenings. 
Thank you Amina for the nomination and because I have done this several times, I will duck out of nominating other bloggers and will just proceed to answer her questions.


1. What was the best memory you have from your childhood?
The best memory I have is of my grandfather taking me along in the wee hours of the   morning to the Fruit and Veg market in Epping. Spending time with him at his workplace was always so interesting.




2. What time in history do you wish to go back to?
I would like to go back to a time in history where the Moores (Aka those of muslim faith living on the continent ) were revered doctors, scientists, architects and philosophers. The things we could learn from them!
Cordova, captial of Moorish Spain and the cultural and intellectual heart of Europe from 8th to 13th centuries


Alhambra, Spain - A UNESCO world heritage site and the pride of ancient Moorish architecture in Spain

3. What was the best birthday gift you have ever received? 
        Well, since my birthday is still so fresh in my mind- my most recent gift from husby is the best. Diamond and Tanzanite earrings… *sigh*


4. What was your greatest achievement in life?
My greatest achievement has definitely been the ability to balance a demanding career and at the same time be a hands-on Mum.
5. What has made you smile recently?
Shopping with my sister and my little nephew, who claims my lap as his spot!




6. Are you allergic to anything?
Certain types of fish
7. Do you have any fears? (give one)
That I would not always be able to protect my kids from hurt. As they get older, they have to learn to deal with all emotions, including hurt. 
8. What do you consider is the best thing about having a blog?
My blog is my own space, in which I express myself in anyway I choose. There are no restrictions and if people read and enjoy it- that’s a bonus!




9. Which restaurant do you find yourself always going to?
Willoughby’s for their sushi or Baia for a special meal
10. Who do you admire the most in the bloggersphere?
I admire those bloggers who do really well in their respective fields, and have the commitment to be themselves regardless of media pressure.
11. Where in the world would you love to explore?
There are so many places on my bucket list and I have been to a few, but right now India and Ireland are moving to the top of the list.





Ciao for now, 
RuBe xoxo
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Monday, 15 September 2014

Hey Gorgeous Summer Product Launch

Hi Lovelies!

Last weekend I attended the Hey Gorgeous High Tea at the One and Only. The event was to introduce their new Summer Product range, but it was also a great opportunity to chat and catch up with fellow bloggers. The setting was so relaxed and yet buzzing with excited chatter at the same time, the food divine and obviously aesthetically perfect!

Hey Gorgeous entered my awareness early last year, and since I am a huge Body Shop fan, I was certain I was going to love their products. I DID! The most important aspect of their products is that it is all natural, and anti cruelty - both being very important to me. In addition to this, they have heavenly ‘food’ combinations and smells - fruity, chocolately, minty - just overall yumminess!!!!! Their products smell so good you actually want to gobble it up; so good they actually have to insert a caution on the label instructing you NOT to eat it!

The Summer range is without a doubt a winner in my books. I love fresh, fruity, zesty fragrances for Summer and I am a collector of body mousses and butters - Hey Gorgeous have now introduced the body sorbet. It has a wonderful gel like consistency, and I bought the pineapple and mango body sorbet and a pina colada body scrub. (Did I mention how awesome their body scrubs are???) The sorbet is a great moisturiser (actually like all their body mousses and souffles) but it is perfect for summer as it has that cooling effect when applied. Just plain heaven….

They have been selling online for the most part (shop here) and have now included worldwide shipping as part of their service offering. 

A morning to tantalise the senses indeed… Colourful, tasty and sweet smelling all surrounded by beautiful people and views. Bliss!
The cutest little teapot 

How pretty are the treats?



Pheebs doing her thing, Leana in the limelight















  
What a stunning view…



My sister, Aneesa, accompanied me to the event



Ciao for now, 
RuBe xoxo
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