Awesome things about turning 29

So in three days time I’ll be kissing goodbye to the second to last year of my twenties, and you know what… I’m actually excited about it. I definitely feel that all my years leading up to this have prepared me for my penultimate year of my twenties. But don’t get me wrong, the pressures of thinking I would be married with kids, living in a million dollar home, travelled the world twice over, running a successful business and all the rest are still hanging over my head, especially when I read my journal dated back to 2005 where I’ve described my desired 29 year old self which is so far off where I am today. However, the beauty of turning 29 is kissing youthful ideologies away and really understanding what brings happiness, true happiness. And ultimately for me it’s family, love and health. So without any further ado, here are the things that I feel are awesome about turning 29….

 

Afternoon Tea at Sketch London, Mayfair

A few weeks ago I visited Sketch in London’s Mayfair for a quick spot of afternoon tea and cocktails. I’d heard and read loads of good things about Sketch before visiting so I had high expectations of the service, décor and the food.

A Hint of The 2016 Chelsea Flower Show at The Rose Lounge

Last week a few of my girlfriends and I took a trip to the gorgeous Rose Lounge for afternoon tea which is located right in the heart of London.

The pastry team at The Rose Lounge took some inspiration from the Royal Horticultural Society’s upcoming Chelsea Flower Show (24-28 May) to devise some truly spectacular confections which we were excited to sample.