My New Blog Layout...

Those of you who have followed my blog for the short time that I have been writing it, will notice that I have completely changed the look and feel of it.

After a recent breakup, which I can only describe as painful, I have decided that this is a time in my life where I must discover who I am. I have always felt that my blog was missing something; perhaps it was that personal feel or that connection with my readers and the things I write about.

Although I haven’t changed the content much, I have decided to make my blog more of a diary in which I still share reviews, outfit posts and useful beauty and fashion info, but also use it as a form of expression. I want my blog to be an extension of me and, as cheesy as it sounds, my quest to find myself, my own personal style and general acceptance of myself as a single woman.

My old posts are still available.

In light of all this, I have decided to start by going away on a spa break on my own for 2 nights and I will let you know how I get on.

My Room

The intention of the spa break was to relax and take some time out to think about what I want from my career and my personal life. I arrived at the spa today and so far I’m feeling 50/50 about the choice of hotel. It’s a nice location and the staff are really friendly. When I got here, the first thing I did was check out the spa facilities and take a swim, followed by 10 minutes in the sauna. When I originally booked, they told me I had a reservation at the hotel restaurant for dinner, however on my walk back from the spa I realised that there was a wedding going on. I didn’t really feel like dining with a happy couple, or anywhere surrounded with heart shaped balloons and flowers. I called reception who informed me that they would be happy to send restaurant food to my room! :-) The food came within half an hour and was really nice and presentable.

Dinner: Leek & Potato Soup | Chorizo & Scallops | Strawberry Cheesecake

The only thing that annoyed me slightly about the hotel was the fact that I had to pay for the internet. The hotel uses BT, therefore you can use the BT Openzone as long as you pay for the privilege. Annoyingly, I tried loads of times to pay online and it kept losing connection to the server. Eventually I had to walk to reception in my pyjamas and slippers to buy a 24 hour voucher for £9.99. To top this off, it takes ages to get through to room service. I have tried three times already and no answer.

Tomorrow I have 1 hour of treatments booked at the spa and I intend on staying in the sauna and steam room for as long as I can before I pass out! For now I say goodnight and I will fill you in on what happens tomorrow. 

Martha.
xxx