Enjoying The Little Things

Recently, I have been feeling quite stressed. It is times like these when I like to step back for a minute and enjoy some of the little things that make all the stress worth while and take my mind off them for a little while.

One of these things is taking the day off to go to the beach with your friends. Whether it be going for a swim, maybe some surfing or just standing on the jetty watching the waves roll in. The beach is always a place for relaxing and a bit of fun!

Animals! Spending time with your pets, maybe taking them for a walk or just playing in the backyard is one of those little things that i love doing. And if you don't have a pet, you tube cute puppies or man reunited with lion, trust me you won't be disappointing. 

Parties! I think everyone loves a good party and for good reason. Its such a nice way to let your hair down and have fun with your friends! 

Back to beaches, sunsets and sunrises at the beach or anywhere are always so calming and beautiful. Taking the time to get up and watch the sunrise or go down after dinner and watch it set is always worth it!

Music. Music is such an amazing way to transform any mood you are in. It dosn't have to be going to see live music, or a music festival, blasting music in you car with friends or listening to it yourself in your bedroom, they are all just as great. 

Road Trips with your friends, even if you don't know where you are going! I recently went on a small road trip with my friends and we ended up in a fairy garden 

Getting back to nature! Bush walking, visiting lookouts, waterfalls and scenic drives are some of my favourite activities

Fires. And i dont mean burning your house down. But sitting there watching the fire burn, there is something so amazing about it. 

Random Fun Friend Days. Whether that involve drawing all over your windows, dying your hair blue and pink or just chilling watching movies or a pool day they are always so much fun

School. I dont mean all the lessons and home work. But lunch and recess and those moments in class when you cant stop laughing are all some understated best moments. 

Holidays. I dont think i need to say any more really. 

And finally Culture. Going to Chinese gardens, the state library, the museum or just appreciating beautiful things in general and some of the things i love. 

Those a few of my favourite things that help me relax. Let me know what you like to do with your friends or alone that you love 

Xxx

Bondi Beach

World famous Bondi Beach, although not something you can buy this place is defiantly worth a review! Sunshine, sand and a great atmosphere are they least you can expect from this beach in Sydney NSW.  Lunch by the beach, a bit of a swim, a tan, or even beach side ice skating in the winter time are all things you can expect when visiting!

Not only great food with a great view but also possibly a sighting of one of the famous life guards from the Australia TV program "Bondi Rescue" leaves you without a dull moment :) Also for you instagram enthusiasts or even budding photographers the photo opportunities are endless. Not only from the beach, but the amazing graffiti artwork that lines the beach, all make for great shots.

Overall this place doesn't need much talking up, the amazing white sand/blue water beach all make for an adventure that can not be missed!

Xxx

Also taking into account these photos were taken during winter, with an iphone 4S

Beach Getaway In Your Own Backyard

If you live in as it likes to be called radadelaide, you are probably well aware of how truly rad it is not. If you are anything like me you are always looking for somewhere cool to escape to and i think i have found the perfect place!

South Australia's hidden treasure Second Valley  is a small town about 2 hours drive from Adelaide, and trust me it is well worth it! Not only does it feel like a holiday because you are away from everything familiar but even on a bad day you will be glad you made the trip! With friends in the car and loud music the drive is half the fun anyway. 

Second Valley has an amazing white sand private secluded beach (which every time i visit is practically empty, especially compared to anywhere around Adelaide). The beach has such clear water you will not even believe.

A personal favourite activity of mine to do with my friends there is snorkeling. There is an amazing snorkeling area just off from the jetty with amazing underwater views that are protected by the surrounding rock so you don't have to worry about the waves if you are a beginner like me!

If you are a little more adventurous Jetty Jumping is also a popular and fun activity that heaps of people get involved in. If you are on the more observant side, the opposite side of the jetty offers amazing views from the cliffs which you can climb. I know what you are thinking, but don't worry you don't have to go up very far to get breath taking views. Any pictures that you take in the water or from a height will look like you are on a tropical island, an instagram worthy pictures in unavoidable.

If you are wanting a bit more of a getaway than just a day road trip there is also a caravan park right on the beach front. A caravan park also means a kiosk and hot chips for you and your friends to share on the beach!

Pretty much a fail proof activity which i would highly recommend!

Xxx


Also side note, when i last went and took these photos it was not even during summer!