So, To Sum It All Up - August Summary.

Hi!!!


So, again, as in July, a slight lack of posts during August - appologies. Let's consider this a catch up on what I have been up to while I was away.


Here are my highlights from August - I hope you enjoy.

Lunches with Family.

I know this isn't a post related topic, but I enjoyed a number of lovely lunches out with my family in August - mainly catch-up-y lunches with my Mom.

I am a self confessed foodie and family time lover, so the multiple sandwiches, cakes, noodles and cups of tea consumed (not all in one sitting) were much enjoyed and valued.

Its nice to have little things to enjoy and look forward to like these.

The Centenary Anniversary of World War One.

I am a complete history nut and have studied (and continue to study) World War One, so I obviously  had a big interest in this.

I said a great deal about how I felt in my post about it and I do feel as though it is something that everyone should stand up and take notice of as it is such a big part of the world's history.

I do believe that it is vital for things like this to be remembered and commemorated, so I was glad to share a post with you all.

And that post can be found over (HERE).

Elf Girl's Birthday.

August saw the month of my best friend's birthday - she is known in the Blog World as Elf Girl.

I went round to see her on her birthday with some gifts (including some treats from Lush and HMV) and watched the Corpse Bride and ate After Eights with her.

I hope she had a wonderful day and enjoyed all of her celebrations as she truly deserves those kinds of things - not just in my eyes, but in everyone else's too.

To find Elf Girl's Blogger Profile - and thus her blogs - click (HERE).

To find links to Lush and HMV (where you can purchase the Corpse Bride on DVD), click (HERE) and (HERE).

Thinking About Things in my Life.

In August, I shared some "Brain Bits" with you - they were things I had been thinking about a bit during the month and wanted to share.

I like thinking about little things, as you know, and I like sharing them to give other people ideas for themselves and an insight into my mind to get to know me better.

To find my "Brain Bits", mosey on over (HERE).

Whovian Times.

Myself and Elf Girl really are self confessed Whovians (fans of Doctor Who, for those of you who aren't nerds  aware).

We went to see the first episode of the new series in our local cinema and enjoyed the benefits of it, with extra exclusives and a live Q&A with the cast and crew (which was streamed from London around the country and the world).

I really enjoyed myself and love the new series, and the new doctor! I had a lovely time with Elf Girl that day.

Some fun stories for the day include: us tracking the movements of the people who came in CosPlay (costume, again for those of you who aren't nerds aware) as David Tennant's Doctor Who and Matt Smith's Doctor Whos (i.e Oh, look, David Tennant bought popcorn) and my falling through the fold of a cinema chair in an effort to climb over to the next row and rescue the Sonic Screwdriver that Elf Girl brought with her.

To see another recent Whovian post, click (HERE).

My Favourite Blog Posts From August.

"Shout Out" on Chronicles Of Red Herring, (HERE).

I know I'm a bit biased as it is a post for/about me (can I just point out how awesome it feels for someone to write a post for you?!), but I think that it shows a very thoughtful, funny and lovely side to Elf Girl and really put a smile on my face.

"Your Toy Story" on A Rosie Outlook, (HERE).

This is really my kind of post.
I am a sentimental person - who, like Rosie, sleeps with a teddy and keeps them in my bedroom -  and love hearing stories people have like this and little memories associated with teddies and toys too.

"The Game Of Love" on Charlotte's Web, (HERE).

I found this post humorous, endearing and slightly charming (in a quirky kind of way).

I love how Charlotte's personality shines through in her posts and she is so open.

I also love how in her list of unspeakable things, she included watching all of the Twilight films... Its true.

"We Liked: Things You Didn't Know About Us" on Little Winter, (HERE).

This post was fun, a bit interesting (in terms of an being an insight into Katy and Co.) and made me smile and chuckle.

I like posts which tell you more about the people whose blog's you read, it provides a bit more connection between reader and writer. 

"Wandering and Dreaming" on Made Up Of Little Things, (HERE).

This post was open, beautiful and it was lovely that Rachael decided to share this as it is so personal to her.

I'm sure lots of people can relate to things like this - there are always things that remind you of the loved ones you lose.

I think it would also be of good comfort to the people who have recently had loses - you know how you are - to read it.

Plus, stunning photography here.

"Full English" on The London Project, (HERE).

Not only did this look like an awesome, very yummy, Full English Breakfast, it is a very good shot of something ironically British, which fit the blog well.

Also, the cutlery is the same as the cutlery we use in my house and the cup of tea in the background looks of a reasonable size too - additional brownie points added to Charlotte's tally.

"Afternoon on Embankment" on What Olivia Did, (HERE).

I really liked this outfit as it was classic yet fun and unique as well as the photography, the location - I love London, as you know - and how pretty Olivia looks.

It was a great outfit post.



There you go then, a summary for August. I hope that you have enjoyed this post. It is so nice to be back blogging. I'm looking forward to lots of posts and lots of fun on this blog and I should be back to more regular posts again now. I hope this makes you as happy as it makes me.
What did you get up to in August? Anything similar to me? Did you read any of my favourite blog posts? What did you think of them? Any ideas or suggestions for future posts? Fancy a chat? Let me know in the comments.
I hope you'll be back soon.

Have a really fun day!

GingerSnaps xxx