A cosy corner to hibernate in

There's been hints of colder weather over the past few weeks hasn't there, but this weekend I think it was obvious that we're rapidly approaching more wintery days. Our heating has been on more regularly, and not just creeping on in the mornings - we've been seeking out the thermostat and turning it on. 

But the other thing about these colder days is the urge to sit down with a good book in a cosy corner.  I have now finished the final two books of the Wideacre Trilogy and I'll share my thoughts on those another day, but it's fair to say I'm in that "book hangover" stage now, you know when you've rushed through a book as you want to know the plot, but sad that it's over.

So I got to thinking about a cosy corner of my own, one that'd be perfect for reading and how I'd furnish that, and over at Love the Sales I found the perfect inspiration:

Leather Armchair by lifeat139a featuring tops

Armchair checks by lifeat139a on Polyvore

Armchairs, cushions, candles, rugs and a cuppa are essentials for me - what would be in your cosy corner?  

* Via Love the Sales

Post Comment Love & Blogger Showcase 3 - 5 November 2017

Hello there and welcome to the first Post Comment Love in November. If you were here last week it was great to see you and if you're new here then you're very welcome. I'm certain you'll find some great reads, as each week that's what you link up.  Both Morgan and I enjoy the posts you link and love the variety, so keep them coming!

It's been a week with a heavy work focus again and if I'm honest I'm shattered, so a few days away from the blog and with my nose in a good book was much needed. Obviously it didn't do much for my to do list and my head is still full of stuff, but I've read a book, started another and enjoyed some time offline. 

I didn't manage to get that extra hour in bed last weekend as MOH was off for a 73 mile cycle ride and needed a lift to Fakenham. And I very generously let him put his bike in my new car. The lighter mornings are good, but I'm missing the walks home in the twilight. It's been colder, but I've still not dug out my coat, instead I've a new mustard coloured cashmere blanket-wrap, which is super versatile and is going to be well used I hope, before the coat comes out.

The heating's been on a couple of mornings and a couple of evenings too and that's been welcome too. As has the clear skies, the photo below is from my walk to work and I can't help but hope that the clear, sunny days continue. I'd much rather have those than the damp kind of autumn days, wouldn't you?

Blogger Showcase: Shannon from Going With Happy

1. Who are you?

I'm Shannon and my blog is Going With Happy. I'm a recent college graduate with a B.S. in psychology, with minors in art and music.  My college path is really reflective of who I am and what I enjoy in life!  I love psych and mental health, I'm an artist and I play piano.

2. How did you discover blogs/blogging?

I've read blogs since my early teens.  I forget how I stumbled upon the concept, but growing up it's simply been something that I've always read.

3. Why did you start blogging?

I've always wanted to blog!  I think it's an awesome idea, having my own little space on the internet to share my thoughts.  I had a couple blogs in my teen years that failed because I didn't really know what I was doing, but now that I'm in my twenties I have a better sense of what I want to blog about and how to do it successfully.

4. What do you find most challenging?

Social media upkeep!  I dislike most social media platforms aside from Twitter and Slack, so it's annoying to learn the ins and outs of something that I'm not a fan of.

5. What is your favorite topic to write about?

I'm a mental health blogger so writing anything to do with that makes me happy.  I really enjoy writing specifically about self improvement and life hacks!

6. Are you blogging for fun or do you have goals?

Partially for fun, partially because I'd love to make this a side business of some sort.  My blog is monetised so I am making a very small income off that, and I'm hoping to grow that in the future.

7. What is your favourite thing about blogging?

Writing!  I LOVE to write, I'm a writing machine.  It was my greatest strength in college and I enjoyed every minute of it, so I love that blogging gives me a way to fuel my writing addiction.

8. Have you ever attended a blogging conference and if so, what did you think?

I haven't yet but I want to!

9. What are your three best posts?

These ones!

• Don't Throw The Photo Away

• Please, Just Let It Out 

• Stress, Pride, Sleep

10. Describe yourself in three words!

Creative, extroverted, and a huuuuge over-thinker.

11. Are you a tea and biscuits or coffee and cake person?

Tea and biscuits!

12. What's your idea of a perfect night out?

Staying out late dancing, grabbing drinks or attending a concert.

13. Your perfect night in?

If I'm with friends, a couple drinks, good food and a movie.  If I'm alone, a good dinner and getting some blogging or painting done.

14. What would your best friend/OH/mum or kids say is your best quality?

I've been called insightful by quite a few different people, so probably that.

Connect with Shannon on social media here:  Facebook  -  Twitter  -  Instagram  -  Pinterest  -  Google+

Thanks Shannon, it's great to know more about you and your blog - please do grab your I was featured on PoCoLo badge!

If you'd like to be a future Blogger Showcase then please do get in touch. We do have a bit of a waiting list at the moment, but we'd love to add your name to that list.

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Patterns from Porto

It was the patterns of the tiles in Porto that I found myself fascinated by. Whether it was the 3D-type, like the ones below, or the intricate almost Moorish designs. I found myself seeking out the tiles as we walked around the city, and mostly my phone was out ready to snap their delights. 

Bright yellows and faded yellows, the tiles were inset into many of the buildings. Some bold, some delicate, but all very pretty.

And variations on a theme. These are different to the ones at the top - the flower is slightly different - it took me a while to confirm that, I couldn't decide if it was just the layers of paint that made them feel different.

Blues featured too, and often mixed with yellows. The ones below have a touch of kaleidascope to them don't they?

And it looks as if many of them have been patched up and that just adds to the charm.

The patterns are mixed, the tiles are chipped and faded. But they are full of character and just work.

The colours are vibrant as often as they are faded, and I think there's almost more filler than tiles in the set below.

But some are in much better condition and this blue and white bold design in good condition almost looked out of place!

And every single one of these sets are on the outside of buildings, just for the record I haven't gone on my biggest snoop ever! 

Aren't they great?