Blackheath Farmers' Market

One of my favourite parts about living in Blackheath was the Sunday Farmers' Market. On our very first day in Blackheath we literally stumbled out of the train, packed with as many bags as we could carry, and all we could notice (other than the fact that it was snowing in London) was the most delicious smell that was filling the cold winter air. We of course had no idea where it was coming from being first timers in Blackheath, but we took the first exit and followed the aroma to straight to the Blackheath Farmers' Market.

[ off to my very last Blackheath Farmers' Market. sad eyes/blinded by the sun ]

My favourite part of Blackheath market was fresh produce, flowers, and chicken burgers. There's the most lovely middle aged couple that always has the best deals on veggies. They throw you a little something special, or give you an extra bunch of flowers. They also use 'duck' as a term of endearment on almost every costumer. It melted my heart every time, especially when it was my turn. 

ps. They are located at the far right hand corner. 

[ remi looking rather thoughtful]

After you've picked up your goods from the market, make sure to make your way over to Hand Made Food for some yummy breakfast/brunch. It's oh so good!

We leave for Paris in 1 day. I'm starting to freakout, I am so excited!


Thanks for tuning in!

Love,
Cp

Greenwich Market and the Cutty Sark

Here are some pictures from our last visit to Greenwich. If you get the chance, you have to go. Greenwich Market is charming and quiet. It runs Tuesday-Sunday so there's plenty of opportunity to get your buns down there. Also you should definitely check out the Shoe Embassy, a London based shoe company specializing in vintage inspired boots and shoes. If you know me you'll know I'm not one for impulse buying, unless it's under £5 or $10, but I broke my rule. I laid eyes on a pair of tan leather boots that I could not part with. I will have to show them to you soon, they are SO purdy. 

The Cutty Sark is a really cool part of Greenwich too. It's a massive old ship that you can actually go aboard and take a look at (for £14). We also grabbed a pint at the Gipsy Moth before heading home, they have Fruli on tap, huzzah!

Remi looking very much like Mr Sherlock Holmes. It's all in the angle.  

About a week ago Remi and I moved out of our lovely Blackheath flat. It was a very emotional week with lots of little goodbyes to old habits and cute fireplaces. There are many big changes coming our way. We are moving back to Canada, Remi a month before myself. While we both very much enjoy England, it's time to go home and pursue our careers in Canada. So for our last few weeks here we plan to do it all. Our big trip is coming up next week. We are heading to Paris and then Edinburgh. It's gonna be a crazy fun time!

Thanks for tuning in!

Love,
CP

The London Eye

After living in London for a year and a half I finally went on the London Eye. We went on the last Sunday of 2013. Remi and I went for tea/coffee and a wee bite to eat beforehand at South Bank. In hindsight we definitely should of gone on a week day. We waited for over an hour and half on one of the coldest days of the season. Not going to lie it was pretty disappointing. I felt like a salmon in this massive queue of life. After we froze our butts off waiting, the actual ride was pretty cool. I wanted to catch the sunset, but the evening was pretty special too.

My tips.
Go during a weekday and definitely get the fast track. It's worth the extra £10.

More London adventures to come soon!

Love,
CP

2014 - Awesome Book

Hi Pals,

Happy, happy 2014! I just want to do a quick post about something that I would STRONGLY recommend doing this year.

So last year I decided to create an Awesome Book. A place where I could write down the smallest details of my day that made me smile, or were maybe just really interesting. It didn't matter if I missed a day or two (or weeks at a time because I was in rehearsal land), or if was playing catch up, as long as I filled in just a little something about a positive thing that happened in my day.

My goal was to focus on the joy. To really reflect each day. It could be a yummy meal, tea with a friend or just something nice that happened at work. It doesn't have to be out of this world crazy each day, it's just the little things. And if some thing crazy awesome does happen...USE CAPS!!!

So here's what you need to do!

1. Buy a day-timer/agenda/diary. Last year I bought mine at pound saver for just £1 and decorated the front. It doesn't have to be expensive!
2. Everyday write down a positive thing (or 2 or 3 or 4) from your day. Try to do it everyday for the reflection value, but playing catch up is good to.
3. If you're ever feeling down or just want a good smile, take a flip through your Awesome Book and see the difference it makes.


I really, really hope you guys will give this a try. I can't tell you how much fun I had the other day going through my 2013 awesome book. It put the biggest smile on my face.

Let me know how it goes!

Love,
CP

Christmas Time

[ Blackheath ]

[ our tiny Charlie Brown Christmas tree ]

[ the bar was well stocked ]

[ Covent Garden ]

[ our walk to Soho for Christmas Eve burgers ] 

[ Honest Burgers. Honestly the best burger I've had in the UK ] 

[ me and the Covent Garden Christmas Tree ] 

[ prosecco and pomegranates for breakfast ]

Hi Everyone,

And a belated Merry Christmas to you! Here are some shots from around London and my flat from my second Christmas away from home. This year was a lot easier for me. I had a better idea of what to expect and I also had my man with me, so that of course helped bucket loads! It was so great to have a house to call my own this Christmas. I had a lot of fun decorating on a next to nothing budget! Here's a little video of some of my handmade decorations!




I hope everyone had a lovely couple of days! Let's enjoy the last bit of 2013 and here's to the New Year!


Love,
CP

Autumn Leaves

♫ ♪ Autumn Leaves 

[ Yumchaa Tea Room ]

[ Johnny Flynn concert. Dream come true ]

[ Canadian Thanksgiving in London ] 

[ DIY apple candle holders ]

[ Halloween ]

It's November, can you believe it? I sure can't. It already looks like Christmas in Covent Garden, time is moving quickly folks. I'm just gonna start by saying this Autumn was amazing! From the Speakeasy, Johnny Flynn concert, carving pumpkins with Remi, to the loveliest Thanksgiving that I've had since moving away from home (eight years ago)! Fun events aside, I've also been feeling incredibly inspired lately. I've gotten back into dance classes and have fallen in love with tap dancing all over again. My legs are aching from a three hour masterclass I did with Michelle Dorrance this Monday. Things are good. I finally feel like I'm catching up with myself and problems are finally sorting themselves out.

I hope everyone has had a lovely Autumn! What are you most looking forward to this Winter? 

Love,

CP