Pinterest

Friendship, travels and outfit

Tuesday 5 May 2015
ootd-leopardprint Mine: Rick Owens leather jacket (old but here's another option), Isabel Marant leopard print silk top, Zara boyfriend jeans, Aquazzura Christy flats (sold out, similar here and a bargain here), Miu Miu sunglasses and Louis Vuitton Speedy Bandouliere 35cm.


The best thing about an OOTD (outfit of the day) photo is you can take tons and choose the best of the lot. Yes...even when you suddenly remember that you have a blog and you need to take a pic but you've spent the entire day running around like a headless chook (Kiwi slang for chicken), your make up has more or less melted away, you forgot to reapply your lipstick, your carefully brushed hair is so wind tousled, you look like you went on a roller coaster ride before having your photo taken.

And....you've folded your already cropped boyfriend jeans so much that you look disproportionately dwarf like (see the above photo of me)...... My point is take a selfie or OOTD photo while your make up is fresh and newly applied.  On the other hand, this is how I look most days so I guess if you ever meet me in person, I won't scare you.




ootd-LilL2
Lil L: Zara denim jacket, Zara top, Zara skinny jeggings and Petit Bateau ballet flats


A couple of weeks ago, Lil L and I made a mad dash up to London to see a close friend of mine, Josephine when she came back to the U.K for a brief visit. It's sad having to bid goodbye to friends when they leave the country permanently, particularly ones I'd spent a lot of time with . We had a grand gastronomic adventure in Paris last year where we literally followed our noses as we went in search of patisseries.  We ate so much that the three of us couldn't bear the sight of any dessert for several months. Josephine's one of those incredibly chilled, down to earth, loyal and really considerate type of gal who's a dream to travel with.



cherryblossoms2 cherryblossoms bluebells

Lil L and I rented a car to explore more of Hampshire. And darn it....we were hoping to see a carpet of bluebells in Micheldever Woods but.....we were a week too early. There were just a sprinkling of bluebells here and there. Pfffffffft.

On a more positive note.....why travel to Japan to see sakura when I have plenty of cherry blossoms in my backyard. Well, not literally but in public places where I don't even need to sweep up the petals nor maintain the garden.



hotpot-seafood2 hotpot-seafood1 hotpot-condiments hotpot-dessert2

Little wonder why my dieting is a complete failure. I caught up with my old Kiwi mates recently. My friend, Jen prepared a feast - hotpot complete with crabs, king prawns, octopus, squid along with what seemed like a million other side dishes. I passed out on their sofa from over-eating...... No, I'm not exaggerating here.

Many many years ago, we explored the length and breadth of Crete together and had a ton of fun. The best thing about traveling with like minded friends is that we get to spend time with each other, bond and chill out - an opportunity which is becoming increasingly rare these days as our work and kids' schedules clash. I was really touched when Jen reminded me of our crazy trip so many years ago (more than 4 years ago) and how she had the best of time.

In my 20 years of traveling, I've learned one thing. Grand palaces, awe inspiring scenery and outstanding architecture may wow you but it's the people that leave indelible memories.





4 comments:

  1. Think I just gaines a stone from staring at the last photo, looks delic!! And I agree, it's the people you meet that leave indelible memories. x

    Life & Love by Victoria Lagnehag
    Victoria Lagnehag on Facebook

    ReplyDelete
  2. What beautiful pictures and beautiful moments! Travel is completely about the people...and fabulous food. I'm really wistful and sad that I haven't taken a trip with a dear friend in years (we had a great trip to Paris). She moved across the country and then I moved to a few countries. Your post is making me wistful for a trip abroad with the kids some day...

    xoxo,
    little luxury list formerly Chic 'n Cheap Living

    ReplyDelete
  3. Lil L is a natural poser!

    It was great to have you all over. You made us nice meals whenever we were at your place so it was only fair for me to do the same.

    And we love the holidays we had together. Lil L was a fun toddler with lots of "why" questions. Do you remember how we "cleaned up" the lovely food cooked by Mrs Zografaki while you were chatting to her in the kitchen? :)

    x

    ReplyDelete
  4. TREKKING BEST SEASONS IN NEPAL 2019/2020




    With the highest mountains in world and latitude similar to the state of Florida, Nepal has tremendous variation in climates. The lowland plains are tropical, the midland hills are temperate, and the high mountains have sub-arctic and arctic conditions. For trekkers, the fall and the spring offer the best clarity (mountain views are a big reason why we travel to Nepal) and mild temperatures with the least precipitation. Below are Nepal's trekking seasons so Nepal guide info organized treks and tour all the year in Nepal


    Fall Peak trekking and tour Season: October and November
    The months of October and November are peak trekking season in Nepal: temperatures are mild, the weather is relatively stable, and the clear air makes for superb mountain views. The high mountains are still cold and and lower elevations are still warm but the daytime walking temperatures are the most pleasant overall. Bad weather can hit any time of year but the fall has the most reliable conditions.
    The fall season is also when Nepal receives the bulk of trekkers. The most popular trails, such as Everest Base Camp and the Annapurna Circuit, are bustling with trekkers and this is felt from the trails to the teahouses. The Thamel district of Kathmandu will be full of tourists and guides charge at their highest rates during the fall peak season (although hiring a guide is relatively cheap any time of year).

    High trekking Spring Season in Nepal : February through April
    The second most popular time of the year for trekking in Nepal is from late February through April. The spring temperatures are similar to the fall and the trails are less crowded, but there is slightly more haze and precipitation. This means that in the spring you will need to reach higher elevations for clear mountain views, usually around 10,000 feet and above. Precipitation levels increase as the spring progresses.

    Less tourist Shoulder Months: September and December
    The shoulder seasons can be excellent, particularly the second half of September and early December, but they are also more good views during a trip. If you're lucky, you will experience peak season conditions with only a fraction of the trekkers. If the monsoon lingers or the winter arrives early, the weather won’t be nearly as pleasant.
    December is normally dry, stable, and clear, but also cold, especially at higher elevations. By mid-December high elevation trekking becomes treacherous and many teahouses close. During the winter the mountain passes may require technical equipment and experience.

    Monsoon (Stay Away): May through August good as tour
    The summer from May through August generally is a less time to trek in Nepal (lower elevation hill treks and the drier Mustang and Dolpo regions can be exceptions to the rule). Significant heat and moisture rise up from the Indian Ocean, bringing hot temperatures, clouds, haze, and rain. This blocks the views, creates messy trails (with leeches), and leads to significant problems with ground transportation. The peak of the Monsoon season occurs in July when the weather begins to taper off into the drier fall period.
    http://www.nepalplanettreks.com
    http://www.nepalguideinfo.com


    Nepal Mounatin Guide TeamS (Nepal Planet Treks and Expedition Pvt. Ltd.)
    GPO: 4453 Paknajol ,Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal
    Phone: +977-1-4252196
    Mobile: +977-9841613822 (Sanjib)
    Fax: +977-1-4252196

    ReplyDelete

LinkWithin

Related Posts Plugin for WordPress, Blogger...