And so this is Christmas

I’m not sure why I’m writing a blog post now. It’s been about six weeks since I put pen to paper (or tapped away at the keyboard and stared at a screen) and I have no more time now than I have in the past month but procrastination is key and so, here I am.

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My list of blog topics to ‘get to’ becomes increasingly longer every day. So too, does the list of Christmas related shopping, cooking, card writing, cleaning up and catching up – not to mention the fact that I also run a small business, where seemingly everyone wants things done before the end of year break.

In between drinking too much, sleeping too little and all the rest, it became apparent that I can’t do it all. We have to prioritise and we need to be able to say No. We need to not feel guilty about that that.

I have some exciting things to write about, and they will still be exciting in a few weeks time when everything dies down. I hope you guys are having a brilliant lead up to Christmas, and hope its a happy and safe one.

PS Last week I got the best Christmas present ever – a nephew! How awesome are babies?

Sarah x

  • 10 years ago
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Diamonds are a girls best friend

Is the man in your life at a loss as to what to put under the Christmas Tree for you this year? I know mine is – and I think my subtle hints are getting lost in a flurry of end of year parties, wrapping things up at work and too many late nights.

It’s not easy to find something special for the one you love at Christmas – or birthdays, or anniversaries for that matter. But jewellery is a tried and tested winner – you really can’t go wrong with diamonds, boys!

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Bevilles, established in Melbourne in 1930, is an ideal spot to shop for your beloved. These guys know what they are doing (they’re pretty good at it after 80 years!) and are on hand to help hapless chaps this Christmas. Find something sparkly for your girl and you’ll be in line for boyfriend of the year. They’ve also made the stores easier to visit, so it’s really a no brainer when it comes to gifting.

It should also be noted that diamonds shouldn’t lay waiting in the drawer for a special occasion – Bevilles new tagline encourages women to ‘Feel Fabulous’ all the time – and why shouldn’t that include wearing your diamonds whilst vacuuming the house, or popping out for a spot of shopping?

I know I love to pop on a pair of heels sometimes, just to watch tele in. Because who doesn’t love feeling fabulous?

Bevilles 9ct White Gold Diamond Stud Earrings RRP$399.99

So here is the really hot tip you have all been waiting for – this Christmas, with thanks to Bevilles, I have a gorgeous pair of 9ct white gold diamond sparklers valued at $399 to give away to one lucky lady (or gent!!). Just comment on this post and tell me what you do to Feel Fabulous. Is it something glamorous, like going for a facial? Or something silly, like watching TV in your heels? Perhaps, in the spirit of Christmas, it’s giving to another and simply seeing the expression of gratitude and excitement on their face.

Competition opens midday December 14 and closes at 5pm December 17. Winner will be drawn randomly on December 18 and notified via email. Your prize will be sent directly from Bevilles. Good luck!

 

 

  • 11 years ago
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Wish Registry

When I was a kid, I used to write a letter to Santa every year explaining in detail what I wanted for Christmas. From Barbie Dolls to hair accessories, I would outline the colour and style I wanted to ensure the man in the red suit didn’t stuff it up. I was never disappointed.

As an adult, it’s much harder to get across what you’d like to find under the Christmas Tree without coming across as greedy or rude. Little hints dropped on Facebook work quite well, however I’m pretty sure Santa hasn’t started a profile page yet and my Pinterest Christmas Wishes board is looking a little bare for this time of year.

The latest in telling friends and family what you’d like to open on Christmas morning (or your birthday, anniversary or other gift giving occasion) is Wish Registry, a simple app for your phone with the premise to ‘Wish, Snap and Share’.

While out shopping for others, and you spot something you’d like for yourself, simply take a quick pic, upload it to the app with your desired size and colour and while you continue to buy for others, your wish list is being shared with your nearest and dearest. The clever app is powered through Facebook, so the right people are seeing it – and at the right time: it even allows a little pop up message when you boyfriend is walking by that jewellery store where you saw those diamond earrings you like.

Wish Registry
As an added bonus, Wish Registry are running a Christmas giveaway, working with some of the retailers who think this is a brilliant idea. Every day until December 24, you can upload a shot of something you wish for at that days featured retailer, and as easy as that, your wish could come true.

No more worrying what size to buy, whether she’ll be impressed or that awkward moment when you wonder how difficult it will be to return an unwanted gift.

Download the app and start wishing!

  • 11 years ago
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