Hello again my lovelies! Here are some photos from the last week in
October and the first week in November last year. Most of that time I
was back in Shrewsbury, so instead of Irish landscape photos, you have a
collection of selfies and other random shots from my trip, but I guess
that makes a change!
I try to go back to England every couple of
months to catch up with family, friends, and of course to see Gareth.
This trip I got to see so many people, including an old school friend I
hadn't seen in years, and I really enjoyed myself. There was also a big
Halloween party in Birmingham that Gareth and I were invited to, as well
as Bonfire Night celebrations with my family. Another night, Gareth and
I went to see the contemporary Scottish Folk band Breabach at Shrewsbury Theatre Severn, which was absolutely incredible. I highly recommend going to see them if you ever get a chance. On the return leg of my journey I stayed with a cousin in Belfast and got to see just enough of that city that I know I need to see more!
Halloween
officially marked one year since I moved to Ireland! That is a huge
milestone for me so Gareth and I went out on a fancy date night to mark
the occasion. So much has changed for me in the last few years, and all
for the better. I know I say it a lot, but I have never been happier.
Being able to live in my happy place and do the things I actually enjoy
doing is truly a dream come true. I recognise how lucky I am, but I also
know that I worked my butt off to be here, and never gave up, and that
is another reason to celebrate. And I'm not done yet! There is still so
much that I want to do and accomplish, but being able to live here while
I'm working on those goals is wonderful. Being in Ireland has been
hugely healing for me, both physically and mentally, and I am inspired
every day by those beautiful views.
Not for a single second have
I regretted my move here. It felt like home instantly, like I always
belonged here. Many people expressed concern about me living in so
remote an area, telling me it's so bleak here, that I'd be very
isolated, etc. I know it wouldn't be for everyone, but for me, it is
perfect, and I wouldn't change a thing. So many people comment on how
well I'm looking these days. I think I am glowing with happiness from
the inside, but on top of that, there are physical differences too. I
have multiple different chronic illnesses that make life very difficult
at times, but since moving here, I sleep better, I am able to exercise
regularly, and I have a healthy appetite again, and all of that shows!
My hair, which for years was alarmingly thin, is thicker than it has
ever been. My skin, often riddled with acne due to my PCOS, has cleared
up completely. I have muscles again and am able to walk for miles
without resting, all while enjoying beautiful views. This move has
healed my body and my soul, and I am truly grateful for the opportunity
to live my best life. Thank you to all of you that have supported me
throughout my adventures, and especially to Gareth, who believed in me
from Day One.
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Another beautiful view of Glashedy.
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