Walking on sunshine...

I am extremely extremely pleased to say i completed my first half marathon in 1 hr 50mins. Not bad when my target was 2hrs 10mins. I found it extremely tough as it was boiling hot with very little wind and for the last 6.5miles it was a gradual up hill climb. I timed my run on Nike+ but it says I ran slightly less than 13miles even though the course was accurately measured at 13.08miles.

 I felt really strong for the first 6miles as it was more of a sheltered trail run, it was actually a pleasure to run. But past the half way point i really struggled and had to really pull it together to keep going. But overall I am thrilled and just wonder how well I would have done in kinder conditions.

For anyone scared to take part in a more competitive run, I found it really helped push me harder when running with other athletes and also keeping pace with them throughout. Also everyone was so nice and I continually heard words of encouragement from other runners and tried my best to offer words in exchange.

Now on to the next challenge, after putting my feet up and enjoying this sunshine.

If you were thinking about entering a race... don't think... just do it!!

xx

London calling...

I thought I would do a little photo essay of my weekend in London with my family. We had a really lovely day visiting Stamford Bridge to have our picture taken with the Champions League and FA cup trophies. People often think we are mad, but we are lifelong Chelsea fans and Season ticket holders. Football, fashion, food and photography are pretty much my life. Can't believe I can be summed up in 4 words!

These are just a few images taken on my run. I was mad enough to run a half marathon before a day walking around London but the weather was gorgeous so it made up for it.

 T-shirt - Topshop - £16

Jacket - Miss Selfridge - £50

I have had two recent new purchases, this gorgeous black leather jacket from Miss Selfridge. I have been looking for a faux leather jacket for about 2 years but this one is perfect, you wouldn't actually know that it is a cheap fake. I also bought the grey t-shirt in Topshop.

Amazing patisserie. I made a huge mess in the car on the way home with a palmier biscuit, well worth it though.

As a family, our favourite food is Lebanese, so heres a few pictures from during our meal.

Some boring football pictures to finish on, unless you appreciate the sport!

So anyway, there is my weekend in pictures.