June is always a month of real celebration for me, as I finally get to show my mum just how much she means to me on her birthday! However, this year, we made it even more special by doing something we always wanted to do! Find out what moments and items made the last month, even in a heatwave, so special right here!
June was a month that came and went in the blink of an eye! With less that six months left of the year, it is hard to keep up to date with what is happening, but I managed to take a moment to remind myself of what was so magical about the month. Find my favourite moments from the month of June here!
Whilst this might be a little late, I thought I would share with you all today what I enjoyed watching during the month of June! From intense kitchen dramas to a college comedy, I binged a lot of shows hard during the warm weather! And throughout the night too in some cases! Here is what I would recommend for you all to watch!
Reading is one of the greatest gifts we have ever been given in life! Therefore, I am excited to share with you all my June selection that is on display now in Hertford Library! You will be falling head over heels for one of these books either by the pool, in the garden or wherever you decide to escape the sun and read!
June didn’t bring the sunshine we expected or hoped for, however, it did bring with it a few new favourites into my life. From random day trips to laugh out loud listens, I hope that you can find a little bit of joy in the following new loves of mine too! Discover what wonders they are here and enjoy them as well lovelies!
Every month I like to pick a favourite book of mine to tell you all about and June brought a bit of a surprising find with it! After reading about my choice in a number of magazines, I instantly wanted to read it.
However, Yellowface was a book that did not want to be read! Not because it was bad, more so because it was so hard to find anywhere. From the library to my local book shops, I could not get it. This was due to the the amount of people reading it. Luckily though, Amazon saved the day.
Upon spotting the yellow cover, I wanted to know more. This led me into a pit of not being able to put the book down. Cleverly placing the readers in the heart of the story from the get go, Yellowface tells the story of one authors downfall into a web of lies, as she takes another authors story and makes it her own.
Page upon page describes many of the hardships that readers don’t see when it comes to what authors deal with. This makes it impeccable reading. So much so that you often find yourself wondering how the book isn’t a biography.
It’s so clever, twisted and entrapping in every way. All of which making it an exceptional piece. One that I would recommend to all. In fact, the librarian even told me that my endless visits to see if it was in had made her want to read it. I may have to give her my copy though, as it has a reservation waiting list of 48 people so far!
Yellowface was definitely the book that made my June special. In total I read seven books this month, yet it was this one that truly captured it.
What did you all read in June lovelies?
Joey X
For a few months now, I have been doing meal plan posts for you all. Whilst I really enjoyed doing them, I have now got to a point where they worry me a bit. I eat quite a lot of the same meals at dinner time, due to my condition, however I introduce new things in other places, such as breakfast or for snacks.
Therefore, I have decided to change things up a bit. Instead of the normal meal plans, I thought I would discuss my new food finds. Things I have enjoyed and discovered during the month, which may be new or I have reintroduced into my diet.
At the moment, I am just trying to be gentle, to help me recover better. This means, in many ways, going back to my childhood and rediscovering a few party favourites.
Here are my top five new food finds from the month of June…
Iced Gems: Who doesn’t love these little iced biscuits? For me, they are a childhood lunch box and party food. Having brought them a while ago, in a multipack bag, I finally managed to enjoy a packet with my mum in June. Every emotion was felt, as they tasted exactly as I remembered them. In fact, even better in some cases. We all bite the icing off first though right?
Nectarines: For a long time, I have been afraid of changing the fruit in my diet. Yet, with the return of the warm weather and the summer fruits coming with it, I wanted to be brave and try to have a nectarine. Upon writing this, I have now been having them again for around a week and really enjoying the sweetness of them.
Aldi Crisp Rice Cereal: I used to love Rice Krispies when I was younger, however due to fears and also the cost of them, I hadn’t felt brave enough to have them again. June changed all of that. Aldi do their own version for just 85p a box and it is sooo good! Super light and fluffy, these make my mornings with a drizzle of honey now. Perfection!
Aldi Strawberry Juice Cartoon: If you like strawberry Ribena you will love this. At only 85p, I bulk buy these and enjoy one most evenings. I’m hoping to pour them into my slushie maker this summer to make a classic strawberry type of Slush Puppy, but I haven’t got there just yet. Slow and steady though!
Aldi Strawberry Conserve: I like to have a little drizzle of something on my cereal and this hits the spot when mixed in with warm milk. I had an empty squeezy bottle, so I put the jar in that, making it easier to store in the fridge too. Now it is the most perfect addition to my breakfast.
A New Brand I’ve Discovered: Just Spices UK - A few months ago, I was asked if I would like to discover the world of Just Spices. In our house, we use spices and flavours a lot. Especially if my mum is making a big dish for the whole family, so I happily said yes.
Kindly, the team gifted me a big spice bundle full of toppings and spices to add to all kinds of meals. From cinnamon and apple porridge spices to egg toppings, there is honestly something for everyone. Hopefully, we will have tried some by the next post and I will share all of our recipes with you when we do! Check out their website to discover what they do and all of their products for now though.
What have you discovered in the world of food this June?
Joey X
Sometimes I find myself thinking about things that I just need to release. Thankfully, I’ve found my blog has become the place I can do this. Safe, freeing and honest, the writing here has become a little guiding light for me.
When I’ve struggled to control my emotions. The actions of others and myself. To keep myself and hopefully you, the reader, amused, I write. June is an odd month for me, meaning it’s the perfect time to just jot it all down.
Marking the start of summer, an age of birthdays and the return of the hot hot weather, June comes and goes quickly. However, as we praise the beginning of it, I’ve decided to use this month to celebrate the little things in life.
The sound of bees. Candles on my mum’s upcoming birthday cake. Looser clothing. Freshly cut grass. And yes, the sound of the Love Island theme. Little things that make a big difference to many of us.
Don’t get me wrong, I am still an autumn/winter girl through and through. Yet, I do enjoy the heat. The jumpsuits. The happy faces of people enjoying a cold drink in a pub garden. Others using paper fans to swipe at their faces. Concerts and crazy clothes.
And so, I want to make the blog a more open and exploring place over the next few weeks. Because as soon as September approaches, I will be going into full introvert hibernation with tons of cosy content.
June I am ready for you however. Let’s bring on the warm summer sun and have some fun! Who else is with me?
Joey X