In a month’s time, I’m starting a Master’s in “creative writing”. I’m going to be studying while working and I honestly can’t wait to get started. Life throws all kinds of stuff at you and the last few months have not been easy for me, but you gotta keep going because that stuff always settles eventually.
I stopped smoking almost 3 weeks ago and although the weight is piling on and my face is getting rounder by the day – my cheekbones are disappearing and I am vain & pathetic enough to care – I am so pleased I managed to kick the filthy habit that went on for far too many years.
If you told me a year ago, or even a few months back, that I’d be a smoke-free student right now, I probably wouldn’t have believed it…but that’s the wonderful thing about life, isn’t it? You fight your way through some terrible lows and at some point, find yourself on even ground again…and if you keep going, you’re bound to reach a couple of highs. I don’t want to spout new age pseudo-deep rubbish. I actually can’t stand those motivational quotes that have all the depth of a Kardashian hair strand — it is an actual fact that 90% of the #MondayMotivation stuff out there is hackneyed crap that has me laughing out loud at its sheer obviousness and ‘pretend’ profundity. But, you know, what I meant was, it is all worth it: the pain, the stress, the love, your friends…life, it’s worth it.
I’m functioning on about 2 hours’ sleep, so this is not my most coherent post…but I’m feeling contented today, hence the candid photo of my frizzy, not straightened hair and the make-up free face. It is not a polished photo, it is a happy photo – it’s just me, right now #Happy
❤ to you all
It’s a very happy photo! And well done on kicking the cigarettes 🙂
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Thank you! I can hardly believe I’ve managed it, I am ridiculously proud of myself lol
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Rightly so!
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Congratulations on the degree program and kicking the cigarettes. You are absolutely gorgeous! So glad you’re happy!
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Thank you so much for the support, it’s greatly appreciated! 😊
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You’re welcome!
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Happiness is the most important thing of all. 🙂
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It really is 🙂
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😄
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Quitting smoking can only be good for you in the long run. Well done.
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Thank you 🙂
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Congrats on stopping smoking – and on the Masters ! Exciting times ahead! (and late nights writing essays no doubt)
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Yep, lots of late nights…but I’m used to them. Thank you! 🙂
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I will write a bit on the concept of happiness, but let me just take a moment to celebrate with you on both accounts. You are doing with writing about the same as my art. It is a second life. That is wonderful! And it’s exciting that you quit smoking. You already know how I feel about your beautiful visage.
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Yes, we *are* following similar paths, hence why I said earlier today that it’s lovely to see how passionate you are about learning again, it’s something I totally get 🙂
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Back to school (Jealous!!)
Quite smoking (Yay!!)
Happy (Awesome!!)
Love this post. btw – you look amazing!
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Thank you! I love your comment – such enthusiasm 😊💜
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My best to you in this fabulous path you have taken, and especially yay for quitting smoking, in addition , you are too beautiful ! 🙂
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Aw, thank you! I am really excited about studying again and insanely proud about kicking the cigarettes into touch 😊
Thank you so much for the support, it’s truly lovely 💜
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Go get em! 🙂
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Congrats on some great accomplishments! And, BTW, you look terrific.
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Thank you, my awesome friend 🙂
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Hi gorgeous! ❤
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@"I stopped smoking almost 3 weeks ago…" – bravo & congrats!!! your health & your own life are far more important… PLEASE, stay away from toxic stuff and people!!! 😉
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Merci Mélanie! I’m trying 😉
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Congratulations, Beauty!!! I heard the smoking is a harder habit to break than heroin. You GO GIRL!!! (I’ve actually tried to get addicted to it, it’s the ONLY thing that I can’t seem to get addicted to)
SO proud of you!!!! Hugs and kisses and more hugs! XOXO
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Let me get this straight…you’ve *tried* to get addicted to smoking? What? Lol
Thanks for the support, and hugs and love, you are so incredibly, awesomely special to me! Have a special night, gorgeous 😘💜
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Yes, I was an idiot. I truly tried. Nicotine isn’t my nemesis. :p LOVE YOU!!! xoxoxo
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😂 you are so funny and so precious! 😘💜
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XOXOXO!!! you made my day/night/ week!!! HUGS, you gorgeous girl!!!
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Congratulations on kicking the habit!
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Thank you so much! I am incredibly proud of myself even if I can hardly believe I’ve managed it 🙂
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Good for you.
I hope all goes well.
And it’s a lovely photo. ☺️
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Thank you so much, for the support and the compliment 🙂
Please take care,
Nathalie
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so awesome:D good for you!
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Thank you so much! 🙂
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You’re beautiful, Nat, inside and out. Congrats on quitting and continuing your education. That’s so wonderful. I hope that happiness sticks around for a long time! xo
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Thank you Kelly, I hope so too. Have a lovely weekend 🙂 💜
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You as well! 🙂
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Congrats & congrats 🙂
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Thank you Jay! 🙂
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Interesting thoughts about motivational quotes. I don’t know if much of anything is profound and I’ve always looked upon them as reminders rather than the parting of any great truths.
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I see what you’re saying, I guess I was thinking of all the rubbish quotes out there that don’t actually mean anything…like “you’re a beautiful little snowflake because we’re ALL beautiful little snowflakes” 😂
Or, “if the path before you is clear, you’re on someone else’s” 🙄
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j’adore cette image si vous . manger, boire , aiment bien . vous le méritez. meilleurs voeux sur votre voyage de maîtres
I used google translate to help lol. Basically to say, hey what’s up, looking good haha.
You do, Lady Nathalie. 🙏➰❤️
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You didn’t have to tell me it was google translate, it is pretty obvious by the erratic word grouping that don’t mean anything 😂 but I know what you meant Antony 😉
Thank you, my lovely. You are a pearl among pearls and as usual brought a smile to my face. Hugs and love 😘💜
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I knew you knew, silly. Pffft lol 🙏➰❤️
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😘💜
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Bella ❤
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Thank you 🙂
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Proud of you lady! And don’t worry about a few pounds…makes you look healthier! Keep it up. I was actually thinking about going back to school for a degree in writing as well. I’m interested to know how you do with it!
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Haha thanks! Yeah, I’m quite excited to see what happens, I already have a degree but it was nothing to do with writing. I suppose I have the journalism diploma as well but it’s not exactly writing “writing”, is it? So this is really exciting 😁
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From what I hear creative writing is totally different. I don’t even care about the degree, I just want to take the courses with the hope that it helps me hone my natural talent.
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Well, I am happy to learn because I’ve had no training with my writing…but I still care about the MA, I always felt like the BA wasn’t enough for me 😜 (I’m sad!)
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I get it, but it’s just paper to me.
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Ohhhh, get you! 😜
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Exciting times ahead! 😄 Three weeks already? Well done!
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“Already” he says! I can tell you don’t know what it’s like to have a mini orgasm because some bloke just walked by you in the street and for a full 5 seconds you inhaled the most heavenly cigarette smoke 😂
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Well, you are correct! Haha wow, I hope the guy didn’t notice, that would’ve been akward! 😂
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I’m pretty sure he never knew, TF! 💜
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Wow, you’re really beautiful! Not even any lipstick? Good luck with your studies and well done kicking the bad habit too! XX
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I believe I was wearing lip balm like I do most days 😉
Thank you for the encouragement and support 🙂
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I been four months smoke free
Take care
You know where to find
As always sheldon
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Thank you Sheldon, and well done! I’m hoping to follow on from your example 🙂
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You’ll add years to your life and just as many to keeping your pretty face looking young and beautiful, so well done you, you’ve done something really positive.
I’ve read your recent work and can see you’ve had it rough, but you have the right attitude to overcome anything, so you’ll do great at whatever you turn your hand to.
Have a brilliant time doing your Masters and keep us updated with how everything is going.
Adele x
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Adele, thank you so much for your support. It’s so lovely knowing there are people out there who care, and send you positive vibes. I can’t even begin to tell you how amazing my WordPress friends have been in the last few months – I’m honestly so grateful for you all 💜
I hope you’ve had a lovely weekend 🙂 xo
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Congratulations! Such wonderful news, both your masters studies and the quitting of smoking. Rounder cheekbones or no your are beautiful and doing something for yourself. Well done you. Smiles.
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Thank you, lovely Siren, for the support and a lovely comment 🙂 ❤
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My pleasure Lovely. Smiles.
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You look gorgeous! And I just love your style ❤
Congrats on going back to school! If you ever need a proof-reader, you know where to find me!
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Aww, thanks 😊😘
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Where are you doing your MA? WELL DONE on that! Exciting news. Although you don’t need a MA to be a writer, you already are, and don’t forget, not to be too formulaic because some MFA programs are and it’s ad-nauseum 😉 But since you know that all that happy fluffy shiny crap is really crap (love the Kardashian hair strand comment) then it’s all right because you’re not going to be easily fooled. I thought about doing an MFA but decided I like saying ‘no’ too much 😉 But I think you will ROCK IT SISTER and moreover, you look every bit the trendy skinny student (minus the unwashed ears) oh and fuck straightening your hair, go into the waves girl.
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