Slimming World Update #13

Sorry for the serious lack of Slimming World updates lately guys. I've come to a bit of a stand still weight loss wise over the last couple of weeks. I guess I've plateaued which I knew would happen eventually after losing so much weight in such a fast period of time. I'm by no means saying Slimming World isn't working for me after achieving so much. I'm still an avid member, never in a million years did I think over a year ago that I would have embarked on such a successful weight loss journey. I have so much to thank this programme for and I'm so glad I got the encouraged by my Mum to do it. She is my rock and always has my back, I couldn't ask for a more supportive Mum!

Over the past month I've wanted to try something different and after hearing great things about No.17 Personal Training I've decided to give it a go. I start on Monday so I'm pretty nervous. Having not worked out in forever I don't know what to expect. My goal is to tone up and get fit in the process *fingers crossed*. I've signed up to train twice a week for five weeks straight. I know I can already tell that I'm going to be nackered after it. On my free days I'm going  to go to my local gym to workout and do some classes too. As I'm still a student the gym has a really good offer on so I'm going to take advantage of that of course.

Top Picture - January 2009 Bottom Picture- Holidays Sepember 2013

Don't worry I'm still going to keep you guys up to date. I'm going to do weekly updates to let you know my progress regarding the personal training and I'm going to keep doing Slimming World posts too. This is a new chapter that I definitely want to share with you all. You guys were the first people I told about Slimming World and you've all been so unbelievably supportive. I couldn't ask for better readers, thanks so much for everything.

Until my next update,

Laura<3

Penneys/Primark Haul

Over the weekend I tweeted asking you guys if you wanted to see what I picked up in Penneys on my recent shopping trip. A fair few of you said you would so here it is! In Ireland Primark is called Penneys, they're the same store not to confuse any of you throughout this post. Everytime I go into this store I see something I like which is fine by me as it's much affordable compared to other shops I regularly visit. This isn't going to be a huge haul as I didn't buy too much, I think at most I spent €30. I went with my Mom so she did pick me up some bits, kind of as a pre-birthday gift.

Here's an overview of everything I bought. Of course I couldn't walk by the Essence stand without picking up a few bits. I love the blush, it's so pretty and I can't wait to start using it. Fragrances are a recent new offering from the brand. They come in at under €4 so I also treated myself to one. I think size wise it's perfect for throwing in my handbag and it smells really nice too, which is a definite plus. I have the feeling the Hugs & Kisses collection is a limited edition and just out for Valentine's Day so snap it up while you can. I didn't go in looking for a makeup bag but for some reason or other I came out with a new one. Compared to other makeup bags from Penneys this one actually looks fancy. It has two compartments which is ideal for storing my makeup bits that I cart around with me on a daily basis. This also comes in black to I absolutely loved the pink option, it has a gorgeous little studded bow on the front too. For €1 Penneys own brand cotton wool pads are great and so inexpensive. After trying them once I'd never buy them anywhere else, I'd feel like I was being ripped off if they were in anyway dearer. I've been reorganising my room for what seems like an age. I'm always on the lookout for new cute storage bits. When I seen these two mugs I thought they'd be great for storage my makeup brushes as they are actually quite big. My favourite one has to be the cherry design, it fits in with my room much better.

My lovely Mom bought me this gorgeous strawberry bedspread. I would of never looked in Penneys for Homeware so I'm glad she spotted this one. Isn't it so pretty? My Mom also bought me this little cupcake notebook which you can see in the overview picture above. I really like it, it's tiny so it's perfect for carrying around in my bag if I want to take notes on the go.

As I'm trying to hit the gym more regularly now, I also picked up some work out bits. There was nothing to exciting just tracksuit bottoms so I didn't take any pictures of them. I did pick up this pink water bottle though and I'm actually drinking way more water since I bought it which is a good thing for sure. I feel like Adam Sandler from The Waterboy when I bring this out with me. I feel like saying "that's some high quality H20" instead of just calling it plain old water. It was a steal at €3 and I'm definitely getting good use out of mine. 

When I was out shopping with Sian yesterday I picked up this bag from Penneys. I recently broke the zip on my black Warehouse bag, I was so disappointed as I only had it since September last year. I fell in love with this bag and after a little persuasion from Sian, I caved and bought it. I can't wait to put all my everyday essentials in this. I think the stud detail will dress up any outfit instantly. It also has a inner zip which I need as I hate bags without them, I always fear that some of my belongings will fall out.

Have you spotted any bargains in Penneys lately that you want to share?

Laura<3