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  WHAT WAS POPULAR in 2020 Top posts of the year were a mix,  but the one that was most popular was the TOUCH OF GOLD, followed by fashions, and people seemed to be interested in a few gardening DIYS, which was a kind of a surprise . I guess when we were all stuck in lockdowns , doing something different is something we want to try.  From baking to gardening , or clearing out closets, fixing up our space or adding some new plants - a lot of things were new and totally different for many of us.  THE 10 TOP POSTs of 2020 A TOUCH OF GOLD ,  a look at some of my favourite pieces of jewelry. Seems we all love  jewelry and with the lockdown chances of us wearing them  was less. So I decided to write about that. see more    gold SOMETHING NEW  the summer was a hot one and i was in desperate need of something new to wear. My love of maxi dresses  had me looking for one .  The ideal maxi  FASHION THE OLD FALL FEELING a ...

  TIME TO SAY BYE 2020 well its the last day of 2020. something to celebrate! Its been a tough year for all of us, we have all been on this rollercoaster, of lockdowns and all the other things that happened in 2020. but i can only hope we all are safe and healthy and we can look forward to a FABULOUS 2021 (good riddance 2020!!!) Though Christmas s was not at all the same   CHRISTMAS SCENES The RATHAUS lite up , the tree, and the skating park. this year there were no Xmas markets to visit. So of course it felt completely different.   THE CITY STREETS     one of my favourite streets to stroll along in the city. The beautiful chandeliers, it is so magical! Today is Silvester Abend  as it is called in German. The night we all celebrate around the world, NEW YEARS EVE! The fireworks, music, dancing  and glasses of bubbly to celebrate the new year. Though this year there are restrictions here in Austria there are some cute tradi...

  Here we are in the middle of October already - hard to believe how quickly 2020 has gone , even with all the changes in our lifes.     This week and weekend has been so chilly and rainy, no point going anywhere. Just staying in and keeping warm. We actually had a slight cold  after the sudden temperature changes from 21C to 9C. So i enjoyed the time making soups and resting up, plus watching some movies.  Nothing like a good movie to past the time. MOVIES review Two movies I really enjoyed are French but can be in english.  The first one  is called La Melodie a  story about a class of students learning to play the violin, and the teacher who has no experience with kids, but is classically trained. The kids in the film were super, and the acting was believable. A very inspiring film and uplifting. Something we can use, especially during these times.  Definitely Worth to see!  Film for the whole family. The second film is also music rel...

 6 STYLES for the SEASON Well it is only October and it is only fall, but the last few nights the temperatures started to feel more and more like winter is around corner. There is even snow in the mountains.  So perhaps it is time to start looking at some jackets   or coats.  What is your favourite - coat or jackets? Classic or sporty? JACKETS for the WIN(TER) From teddy bear styles,  sheepskin looks or the great parka, these coats are a good choice for the season- I love a hooded jacket for the warmth it gives and the coverage . A fuzzy teddy style  is ideal  and looks extra warm, picking one with plenty of room for the sweaters is important also. A sheepskin faux look is another classic look for anytime. Paired with those chunky boots, it works well together.  A good parka is also  another favourite of mine, the longer length is ideal to keep the legs warm and the hood  on it is heavenly!  Really perfect for those cold winds. CLAS...

 ITS the  WEEKEND -  hurray!!! So its another weekend, time to relax, catch up on chores or get in touch with friends, watch a movie, bake or play some games. Here are a few things I do enjoy to have or do on the weekends. HEALTHY TREATS My weekend treats for the mornings. usually a nice fresh bake bun , glass of juice milk, sometimes a coffee. But once in a while i will make myself a smoothy. A TREAT using up the bananas that are getting to ripe. A simple treat to make STRAWBERRY BANANA SMOOTHY take some ice cubes, milk, plain yogurt,(or flavoured vanilla), orange juice toss into blender. then ADD fresh fruit i.e. bananas,  strawberries blend at high speed till ice cubes are chopped up. Serve in a tall glass with slice of fresh strawberry  . **You can use whatever fruit you like, raspberries, pineapple, orange, mango or add juice for more flavour. Also you can skip the ice cubes if you prefer.  I more or less go by consistency I like it to be more thick , ...

PARIS or Vienna? bOTH please The idea of seeing Paris is something I think almost everyone wishes or wants to see.  Paris has always been the city of romance, fashion, museums and palaces.  But I can honestly say, I think Vienna also has a lot to offer. Here are just a few of the  amazing places. It  definitely is a city filled with stunning architecture, tons of cafes for the coffee lover, plenty of parks to wander about, a lot of green spaces and fun places too. A bit of sight seeing around the city. No1 Museums there are several amazing museums and galleries. The Belvedere , Artmusuems  Kunsthistorische , Augarten, Klimt house, Seccession, Mozart haus No2   Palaces such as the famous Schonnbrun the former Kaiser residence, the Belvedere and smaller ones within the city.   No3   Cafes  one can find so many all around the city, the more popular ones, okay. but there  are small very quaint and cozy ones ...

What are some of the things you will do after this pandemic is over? Yes there are so many things we have had to stop,  but I feel like the slow down in life was a good thing, as I will appreciate more then ever the things I haven't been able to do. The things I am looking forward to doing,  the small things that make me happy. no.1    Getting a HAIR CUT... definitely needed. The hair has grown to             long  and  needs some special attention. No.2     A PEDICuRE, something to get the feet looking good for the summer sandals. No.3     A MANICURE  will be lovely too. A bit of self care is needed. No.4      Getting together with friends, family. No.5       Celebrating my Birthday properly. No.6      Going to a restaurant  my special place. No.7       Going to the ZOO - to ...

WELCOMING 2020 Wishing everyone a  Happy NEW YEAR     a year filled with happiness, prosperity and good health . Thanks to all the readers who make it special to share  my inspiration . I am so grateful to be able to share ideas & interesting things that are part of life in  Europe.