16 amazing things that happened to me in 2016

2017 is already in it's third month, but is never to late to do some reflection of yourself and your previous year. The list of 2016 (amazing) things that happened to me in 2016 will serve as a gratitude journal and also as a motivation (and a mental note!) to do more and even better in 2017. 

"A little progress each day adds up to big results." 

So back to 2016 and it's most memorable things: 

1. I gained Master's degree in Journalism Studies. Actually, I had my master's thesis defence on in December 2015, however the formal ceremony was held in June 2016. I was really happy to finish this chapter of my life, as it was very time consuming ... though, I loved the topic about the position of Slovenian women journalists through history. 

2. I became an entrepreneur - started my own company - to work in journalism and as a makeup  artist. However, I finally landed in ...

3. ... public relations. In 2016 I worked for two public relations agencies - the first was smaller with only three of us and the director didn't pay me well (hardly anything to be honest). So after three months of work (that I truly loved) I left the company and decided to take some time for myself. However, I was actively looking for a job in the meantime, which brings me to another PR agency, where I am currently working.

Our PR team. :) 

4. I discovered that I truly love public relations, but I also love working as a makeup artist and journalist. So the biggest issue in the end of the 2016 (which is still ongoing) was to balance these three fields. Public relations are my main occupation and the most time consuming, so the other two fields come in handy when I want to release stress and earn some extra money.

5. I was a makeup artist at the Arab wedding held in Bled (Slovenia) with 200 women guests. Almost all off them came to do hair and makeup in our "Hair and makeup factory" which consisted from 25 makeup artists and 25 hairdressers from all over Slovenia. Some of them also came from Croatia, Italy and from London. I think that this was the largest event of its kind in Slovenia and it was truly amazing to be part of the makeup team. It was stressful, but really worth it.  

6. I enrolled in a programming course. I thought that it will be informative and fun, but I really hated it. One experience more, I guess ...

7. I travelled to Kashmir and Ladakh. I really love travelling and I love India (was there twice already), so this was an amazing 17-days journey.

8. I had a photo shooting with an amazing Slovenian photographer Tania Mendillo. I met her since she was also a makeup artist on Arab wedding, and she asked me if I would be prepared to take part in a photo shoot for the exhibition that she is preparing. Of course I said yes and is was an amazing experience. Her photos are truly inspiring.

9. My cousin and one of my best friends gave birth to a beautiful baby girls. :) I don't like kids that much, but they are both really adorable. One of my friends got married, and the other got engaged ... 2017 will be even more interesting in this field. ;)

10. I worked in marketing and customers support for a company that holds an astrological portal. It was interesting, fun and I really learnt a lot about the fields that helped me to get the jobs that followed. 

11. I also worked as a copywriter for a TV show that deals with a health topics and as a journalist for another medicinal magazine. 

12. I gained 13 pounds (about 6 kg) in 3 months. Don't even know when did that happen, but it didn't bother me much, since I was a bit to skinny (not on purpose!). The only thing was, that I had to change a lot of my clothes, haha. 

13. I started to work on my health and well being. I still have some ups and downs, but I learnt that I feel my best when I eat healthy (unprocessed, low-sugar) and when I exercise regularly. I ditched sugar free drinks (diet Cola, anyone?) and food, which was my obsession for many years. I still have occasional cheat days with protein bars, but I try to make them myself whenever it is possible.

14. I was trying to make a habit of embracing life and living in gratitude every day from the very moment I open my eyes. I'm still working on this, but I think I made a progress in the field of spontaneity and really enjoying the life. 

15. My grandmother survived a serious surgery. I am extremely grateful for that and since then I am trying to take more time for my family, especially my grandparents. They are really precious, but sometimes you're to late to realize it. 

16. I met many interesting people and gained new friends. Some people retained, the others are already gone, however, I am grateful for all of them, because each of them learnt me something new.

 

I hope 2017 will be even more exciting, joyful and that it will help me to become even better. <3

Delicieux - spring/summer treats

Raw chocolate puding:

 • 1 cup cashews • 1 cup water • 1 leveled tsp ginger powder • 1 tsp pimentos • 1 tbsp cocoa powder •     2 tbsp chia seeds • 4 tbsp agave

 Firstly, blend finely crushed cashews, then add the remaining ingredients and mix until smooth. Leave in the fridge for at least overnight so the flavors will mix.

Fresh strawberries, straight from the garden.

Girls night out - cocktails included. Mojito & pina colada.  

Mojito: 

fresh mint leaves

1/2 lime, cut into 4 wedges

2 tablespoons white sugar, or to taste

1 cup ice cubes

1 1/2 fluid ounces white rum

1/2 cup club soda

Place mint leaves and 1 lime wedge into a sturdy glass. Use a muddler to crush the mint and lime to release the mint oils and lime juice. Add 2 more lime wedges and the sugar, and muddle again to release the lime juice. Do not strain the mixture. Fill the glass almost to the top with ice. Pour the rum over the ice, and fill the glass with carbonated water. Stir, taste, and add more sugar if desired. Garnish with the remaining lime wedge.

Pina colada (4 servings):

500ml (2 cups) chilled pineapple juice

125ml (1/2 cups) white rum

125ml (1/2 cup) coconut cream

2 tbs finely chopped palm sugar

1 cup crushed ice

Place pineapple juice, rum, coconut cream, palm sugar and ice in the jug of a blender and blend until smooth.

Transfer to a serving jug and serve immediately over crushed ice.

All that Glitter

I love my Morellato necklace, that I got from my parents, since it was on my wish list for a while and my new purchase - classy iPANEMA flip-flops. Let's get ready for summer!

Morellato Animalia Panda Pendant

iPANEMA Lolita Ladies Flip Flop Multi Glitter

 Life won't sparkle unless you do.

Beauty Wish List

I've been very good this month, 'cause I resisted buying beauty and care products (except Balea Sweet Wonderland Bodylotion which smells really yummy, just like chocolate puding). However, I made a wish list of products  which I'll buy as a reward for passing exams (and some products that I really need, because I am running out of my supplies). Here's the following:

100% Pure Organic Coffee Bean Eye Cream - It's 100% natural , 100% vegan product and I've heard many good things about it. It is also widely used and recomended by celebrities (Tom Cruise, Madonna, Kate Hudson ...). One of it's main ingredients is caffeine which , as it's said, reduces puffiness and dark circles.

Garnier Caffeine Anti-Dark Circles 2-in-1 Roll On - I think that this 2-in-1 concealer should be great when you're on the go and you don't want to carry around too much products. It is also recommended by Lisa Eldridge, famous make-up artist.

Derma E Evenly Radiant Toner - Natural ingredients and recommendations by many people have caused that this product is on my wish list. It is said that this product brightens the complexion and also has many antioxidants.

Burt's Bees Tinted Lip Balm - I really need a product  that is moisturizing and that also gives a hint of colour to your lips.

Artdeco Dita Von Teese Golden Vintage Lipstick - As I love red colour lipsticks and I like Dita's style very much I should try a lipstick from her line.

Caudalie Beauty Elixir - Also highly recommended product on global basis, so I will give it a try, although it contains an alcohol which is not very suitable for sensitive skin.

Sleek PPQ I-Divine and Sleek Respect I-Divine Palettes - Beautiful colours (straight for the summer) and they are supposed to be very  pigmented and long-lasting.

Dita Von Teese EDP - Jasmine, incense, rose, musk ... I love warm and spicy perfumes that look very classy but I hope that jasmine scent is not too strong.

Escada Cherry In the Air - Sweet & fruity and very suitable for summer months. Main notes are sour cherry, marshmallow, raspberry, sandalwood, musk, vanilla ...

I advocate glamour. Every day. Every minute.

Currently, I'm totaly impressed by Dita von Teese. 

I love her style, her body and her whole appearance, 

since she embodies elegance and sex appeal at the same time!

           

         

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I decided to start a blog, not because almost everybody have it, but because it could be something that combines all of my passions: writing, travel, photography, fashion and creativity in general. It is also something that can help you to release stress, that inspires you and brings back memories of different places, people and thoughts. And I admitt, my inspiration are many great bloggers that I love to read everyday. 

Today's a great day to start a blog, because I should learn for my exams, and it's rainig outside ...

The only things that help me to go throuht the day are some sweet treats with coffe and a good book :)