Biffy Clyro and Brand New

Last week Michael and I scooted off to the O2 to see Biffy Clyro and Brand New. So I may have been almost 29 weeks pregnant, but nothing was stopping me. We booked seat tickets earlier this year when our baby bump was still our little secret so it felt strange to finally be there with a much bigger belly and so much more happening on the horizon, as if having a baby H and M wasn't enough to deal with at one time. 

Pregnancy update - 28 weeks

How far along: 

28 weeks, 7 months, 196 days

The third trimester. 

Pregnancy update - 27 weeks

How far along: 

27 weeks, 6 3/4 months, 189 days

The last week of second trimester 

Gender Reveal and Our Baby Shower

It's a BOY! 

M and I are so excited. M had his suspicions that we were having a boy, the old wives tales and predictions indicated otherwise though. I could never guess, but when we were sat in the hospital waiting for our 20 week scan appointment, I turned to M and confidently admitted 'I think we're having a boy'. 10 minutes later and it was confirmed. All the parents we idolise have gorgeous little sons, we're looking forward to having our very own. If he's anything like a miniature M, I'll be the luckiest gal in the world. 

Pregnancy update - 6 months

How far along: 

6 months, 24 weeks, 168 days.

3 months to go! 

Meadowlark

Can you feel the beat of your heart as it slows down, won't you fly with me

The reflection in my mirror is someone I don't recognise anymore, she has mid length dark hair, no make up and a pregnant bump. All she wants tonight is to be the only person in the world, just for a bit. She wouldn't hear the comments about the size of her 'big' bump, she wouldn't have to watch her circle of friends change again, she wouldn't feel left out because of her age, her ex would stop asking for her friends number, she could feel a sense of control and ultimately she could believe in trust again.

All the things you never told me, back down, fly now 

Pregnancy Update - 23 weeks

How far along: 

23 weeks, 5 3/4 months, 161 days 

Let's talk gender

 

Boy vs Girl Predictions:

Pregnancy Update - 5 Months

How far along: 

5 months, 20 weeks, 140 days

We are going to the hospital for our scan soon.

4 Months

Baby if you could would you go back to the start? Take any fresh steps or watch it all fall apart, again?

Dear pre-pregnancy Hannah,

4 months. That's the first hurdle done, the first trimester succeeded and our journey has begun.

Our Little Star

Look at the stars, look how they shine or you, and everything you do, they were all yellow. I came along, I wrote a song for you, and all the things you do, and it was called Yellow. So then I took my turn, oh what a thing to have done, and it was all yellow...

Glastonbury Festival is on the TV. Michael and I are snuggled up on our sofa with mugs of honey and lemon, the dogs are sprawled out snoozing and the cat is curled up with us too. It seems like an average Sunday night in our house, chilling out before the week of work ahead. BUT it isn't an average Sunday night at all. We're all sharing a secret, and we're all very excited.

Our little secret is only 5 weeks young, hiding in my tummy. Yup, Michael and I are pregnant.We're having a baby!

15 km

Running is one of my favourite things to do. Feeling my muscles work and burn, letting the air clear my head and achieving personal goals. Distance, pace, technique, there's always something to improve and achieve. Especially when I've had a bad day, or when it feels like the worlds issues are on my shoulders, I grab my trainers and just, run.

Winchester

I just ate a strawberry cupcake for breakfast and spilt coffee beans all over the kitchen floor.

Feeling the song, party done. Shadows walking home, walking with our game on. You are my kind, classic mind, and you look so fine. Loving the cold, smoke a roll. See your fingers shake. I'm getting through your heart break. 

Lots of things are happening on May 27th this year, don't forget to mark your calendars. Flume is set to release his new album, Winchester are gigging in Guildford and I am turning 25 years old (holy f*).

The New Coast

Last month, The New Coast released their debut single Lost In your Love.

I don't know where you are, so honey come and save me. 

The Letter

I found a letter today. I actually wrote it a year ago. It's very personal and touches subjects I'm not honest about. Ever.

It's little reminders like this that make me feel so incredibly lucky for what I have now, and how far I've come. It's been just over one year since I wrote this letter and I feel even better about myself and life. I read this letter for instance and completely understand what I was trying to explain, yet feel even wiser and even more comfortable. My 23 year old self has impressed my 24 year old self with her confidence and security. I was expecting to read it and feel somewhat ashamed. Which is silly, really. It's an honest letter which delves into my past. I shouldn't be afraid of my past, any of it.

Arcane Roots

It's still raining.

Can you see in the dark? See the circus fall apart? All I need is a space in your heart, because I'm alive still. 

Just as the wind picked up and started howling around the neighbourhood we went out to explore the forest. We got ourselves lost amongst the tall trees and we sank our shoes into deep puddles of mud.

I'm currently warming up with a fresh coffee, drenched hair and rain washed face. I'm listening to Arcane Roots' newest release. Yes, it was only a matter of time before I became infatuated with them again. Sorry, not sorry.

Novo Amor

I needed to start somewhere. 

I am inspired. Jeez, It's been a long time coming. All it takes is a little nudge, in this case by a total stranger. I am grateful stranger, thank you. 

My unintentional search for new music began on Twitter, then on a blog, which lead me to YouTube, onto SoundCloud and then a lengthly shuffle through related tracks. Now I have made my own little discovery. Admittedly thousands upon thousands of lucky people have listened, watched and admired Novo Amor before, but I found him today, and as of today he is my new obsession. Well, one of them, let's not forget I am pretty fanatical. 

The 36 Questions, To Fall In-Love With Anyone

Happy 2016. A new year and a 1 year anniversary to celebrate. We met, we dated, we travelled, we laughed, we played, we made amazing memories, we committed, we moved in together, and now we're in our most favourite relationship. M is irrevocably my best friend, and exceeds any expectation I ever had for a boyfriend, or any one person in my life. We're in love.

Ewww...

The Childhood

Childhood was one big adventure. We experienced diverse cultures, met incredible people and learnt valuable lessons. In actual fact, despite the locations, in some ways my childhood was ordinary. I attended dance and swimming lessons, explored beaches and jungles, leaped off boats into deep seas. I had a selection of friends, girls and boys. We spent our days wearing hand-me-downs getting up to mischief. There is a certain happiness in being silly and ridiculous. But in other ways, we lead a fascinating enjoyable childhood brimming with music, discovery and intrigue.