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Aside from important registering documents we came away from nearest Weymouth with a photo overload and my absolute favourite in a shape of a little tan. Because you can never get better hue than by the water. The first half of a long day was spent on business while the reminder of a sunny afternoon revolved around exhausting and relaxing. And things don't seem to be slowing down anytime soon! In today's sunshine I took my jewel print dress out pairing it with a patterned scarf, neutral shades and awesome mustard handbag brightening up every outing. Yellow really makes all that difference. 

Once we savoured lush sea views I'm going to show you next time nobody could resist fish and chunky chips overlooking seagulls fighting over the leftovers of them. Shell picking, getting the pulse racing by running on still quiet beach and concentrating on English adjectives and nouns in order to help my brother speed up his job searching process summed up the day. Still feeling a little bit under the weather he's been adjusting well to - quoting verbatim - 'incredibly unfriendly English accent' (how I love its softness he can't yet appreciate), moody skies and exposed cleavages (while I'm bundled up as spring never came). Things are a lot harder for people trying to make it here than they were five or ten years ago and I've learnt and keep learning every day how encouragement and praise can lift the spirits up and studying anything is rather pointless without an element of fun (hope you're reading this, Dave ;). So more outdoor posts to come and some exciting getaway destinations to be announced however far they are.      

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perfect sliding into the weekend


perfect sliding into the weekend































Mentally preparing myself for a busy weekend by reflecting on those really cold days through instalens. Brightly coloured squares harmoniously sit alongside each other almost creating mood boards easily transitioned onto metal surfaces, overtaking empty spaces. 

Have an incredible weekend and come back soon to check out how end of our week flew by. Care to pop in for some fish and chips? I can't help but get excited over our latest escapade. You're more than welcome to see it for yourself. x
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winter never disappoints
winter never disappoints

winter never disappoints
winter never disappoints
winter never disappoints
^^ Local treasure has to always be coming back at the seaside and admire the views... or Red Arrow planes ^^

























And even if it does we're already prepared for those English moody skies. Today was no exception and layers of clothing saved us from catching more infections that we've been through this spring. So we walked around in the blowing wind exploring the seaside once again and showing my brother hidden gems of tiny hotels hidden between pine trees. With him in tow I discover my town all over again, explain differences between both countries making him fall in love with this place almost instantly. 

With determination and excitement I kept filling up our agenda with various activities for the past month as if wanting to pause the time and without taking breath see it all, do it all and somehow came to the point of having too much of it all. I spoke here about my over-protective controlling nature which finally has been hit to the core - I was reminded that exciting doesn't have to feel overwhelmed, protective also means understanding and that support includes a lot of empowerment. Whatever the outcome of my brother's little journey on English soil might be, our fun ride among all things go-go-go is most important. Listening to this shy guy of mine has taught me to never speed things up more than he wants to even tempted to do it my way. I'll just step back and watch him from the side. Because that's what big sisters do.
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Last week we had our first private session with spring and it's continued since then. Two or three wheeled vehicles finally are here for a purpose and shiny surfaces haven't been that polished as lately. 48 hour weekend involved at least 12 hours of sunlight, five packets of crisps and two tops covered in blackcurrant juice. Still awesome. Without a doubt best time ever spent with cousins and river banks friendly animals fumbling around. And dressing up this little miss for the season has only been partly productive so with the generosity of spring weather I'm starting filling up those gaps reserved for jackets and tights with short sleeves and frilly skirts. A few sales behind us and a few spring/summer catalogues remind of fabric fresh beginnings we haven't quite tackled yet in search for Nadia's seasonal trend - will it be personal funk, girlie power or mix of both and more? Let's wait and see what will come out to play.   
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No need to analyze thermometer today. There's enough sun invading every gap in curtains to go out just as we are - no hats, gloves, warm underwear (joking!). Not taking Nadia's scooter because we knew she would only be running, putting layers to take them off one by one when warm will mean uncomfortable, reducing sea of daisies to a pond - something Nadia is good at doing. There was craziness of blooming everywhere as if it happened overnight! Just minutes into entering an enormous playground of a park Nadia approached every statue, rock and bench with much enthusiasm. Long until after the dusk. Because it's spring, it thrills, seduces and surprises, her hues shout instant happiness. Today was awesome, tomorrow will increase fun happenings that escaped us during colder days. Not any more!! Have a fab weekend! x  






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inspiration is inspiration























Every single day starts the day before. In mind, through emotions if awaiting something special. 

'Sometimes life is about getting things done. At the moment however, the focus is on broadening your horizons in general, and on exciting encounters and worthwhile ideas in particular.' I am always in awe of how true and surprisingly accurate monthly horoscopes are sometimes. I don't usually believe in what they say, however when they say how it is, I truly get the feeling somewhere in the stars there is the energy, a helping hand creating my life, a sensitive eye watching my every step. I have always been fascinated by human thought and the power of one's mind - any way of thinking, an attitude attracts the same occurrence, thoughts carve our reality, by using positivity we can influence good affairs to come. Probably you've already sensed the book resting its back next to my bed being a great source of energy/mood booster among these walls - 'Secret' by Rhonda Byrnes.

Life goes on outside the web if I like it or not where negativity and bad attitude is rarely allowed but happening with the same consistency as in other households and no matter how creatively I pull myself out, there is always a snippet of life getting it its way. No big deal, I have two sets of arms to hold me in and kissable lips I'm never short of to ease the burden, help me take one step at a time, sometimes two, always in the right direction. Occasionally I risk it and let my mind wander in dangerous areas of doubting good things to come. And then comes my motivator, a 'big strong hand to lift me to my higher ground' - I turn its pages drawing every word, saving notes, visualizing things. Because it's not easy to see one thing and believe in other but what's the choice? If you believe in Secret or not, it's always better to aim for optimistic positive approach, right? Wake up and feel reasonably good about things ahead and around, right? Outer circumstances shouldn't dictate the mood I'm in, the choices I make.  

Can anyone stop you from doing what you want? Poor will be the man wanting to achieve this once you've decided on your happiness.        
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stripes on whites and us
stripes on whites and us
stripes on whites and us








































































I might be one of those mums who spends day after day with her flower sharing grown up meals, jumping on already bit too bouncy bed, reading books on every animal subject and yet when we have to spend a couple of hours apart due to my training at work or work itself it makes unbelievable difference to the quality of that day. It feels strange to be away from her while still picturing her running around or playing dress up with my shoes. Once I'm back home I just want to sit with her, cuddle and feel her softness for ridiculously long time. There's no way to get out of my arms because at the same time she wants to hear what I'm whispering to her ear or likes the tickle ending every attempt to escape. Time flies like nothing comparable and I will never refuse to catch up with all things important like hearing the latest song or frolicking on the sofa. Not even if I had plans or just headed out the door. Our girl time is what matters the most. 

Speaking of plans I've had a mum-daughter matching outfit on my mind for some time, blame the weather for not allowing me to shine on that one until now. Thanks to spring's first attempt to put her shaven leg out towards our part of the world and my evil plan has been materialized. Lots of stripes and classic black and white combination that's easily adaptable we could just live in it entirely. Do you think we rocked that one? x 
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perfect sliding into the weekend
































You knew it was coming - my new found fascination vividly gravitating towards the camera touch button of my phone. Used, already scratched screen protector - the price I pay for emotional involvement to capturing a heck of a lot of daily occurrences. Addictive but manageable. On most days minding its own electronic business on the kitchen counter. Until we're amused again. Have a great weekend, friends! 
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i happen to love looking back
I happen to love looking back
I happen to love looking back
I happen to love looking back
I happen to love looking back












































































































What will make her heart swing? Every time she goes back to that precious time in her life invited by an accidental image, sound or flavour will she want to stay there unbelievably long? Will she have this nostalgic affection to all things from her childhood like slightly scratchy blanket, teddy bear without ear, memories of beach being deeply a happy place from crispy dawn till breathtaking dusk? I would so much love if she did as each thing can be equally satisfying today as it will be in years to come. 

This brings me to a 30 day blogging challenge in drawing attention to 'my earliest childhood memory'. I could easily recall the contentment many of them add to my life but that faded, a little mysterious memory due to my age and circumstances of that time has always shouted warmth the minute I brought it out just like a book from the shelf. I can see my mum's hands holding me tightly in her arms, perhaps lulling to sleep while my only a couple of months old eyes are curiously wandering out the window and landing on the cold, greenish metallic body of a tank sneaking in behind buildings. My mum can't really remember that particular day but I'm holding on to that memory with all my strength - her arms gave me warmth and security in times of revolutionary changes when Polish government drastically restricted normal life by introducing martial law in an attempt to crush political opposition. I'm safe and content there, calm as never before. I guess we all seek that blissful state throughout our life. I'm happy I can still go back to that time whenever I want to. x
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this is what it looks like
this is what it looks like
this is what it looks like
this is what it looks like
this is what it looks like
this is what it looks like









































































































































A lot of time we're not even thinking that we're into something exciting however exciting it is because of people involved and places visited. Days fold way too quickly to be everywhere, feel free to tag us everywhere in the neighbourhood. Since I started carrying sun on my arm and a whale on my back (SLR is the new magic word) living life in the fast lane seems to be going even faster, in proportion to the shutter speed. I love the intensity and change of scene, getting inspired just by the dash of sun or howling wind. In the meantime of life's seriousness we seek unexpected and thrilling. Nature doesn't disappoint when it comes to even simplest views - on below or above zero days. So awaiting bare shoulders weather we visited our favourite town in the area and fed swans and seagulls, wandered even more admiring views of the bay. Am I not alone in loving the fact adventures can happen in our own backyard, local market, on an evening walk to the beach? x
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in pictures
^^ Waking mama up and getting crazy in bed makes sense only if you don't have to rush to work or nursery (thus far) ^^
in pictures
^^ Looking forward is so much fun, reaching it is beyond words. Happy Easter! ^^
in pictures
^^ Surprised by Mr Smiley finally been taken down before cleaning the window. She never paid much attention to him but I guess she's found that missing playmate. ^^
in pictures
^^ 'I don't know how to convince mummy for another ride' kind of moment. ^^
^^ Hundreds of colours so why have we settled on black and white? ^^
^^ Freezing her bits off but insisting on staying on the beach. Eventually warming up by ecstatic runs and jumps. ^^

in pictures
^^ Adapting prettily well to lazier moods ^^

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