Is it just me or are the weeks literally flying by? I mean last week was the first full week of snapping back into reality (I’m trying my best not to break into song – Eminem is my fave) but we are almost half way through the month.
This is actually the first 6 happy things of the new year too, which I’m actually super excited about as there have been some amazing things happening over the last few weeks, besides it being freezing cold, and the grey clouds which never seem to go away!
1. A Series Of Unfortunate Events S3
During the time between Christmas and New Year I basically watched all the Netflix I physically could. However the programme I was most excited about watched with A Series Of Unfortunate Events S3, now if you haven’t watched it yet – you need to! I loved the books as a child – I’m pretty sure I still have them in my old room, but the last season doesn’t disappoint! I’m really impressed with it. I’m not going to spoil anything or add any spoilers but the ending was amazing in my opinion.
2. Sale Shopping
I actually didn’t spend as much in the sale as I was expecting to, they weren’t that great this year if I’m being 100% honest. I got a few bits from Pixi in the sale & I also got some Bare Minerals too! Not that I needed any more make up but you know. Needs must.
3. Family Time
Over the festive period I actually took a break from blogging and it’s done the world of good! I needed the break and to just spend quality time with my family. I got lots of lovely cuddles with my baby niece – she also gives the best thumb squeezes too, had fun playing Trivial Pursuit 4 times with the in laws, played all the board games on Christmas day with my mum & wound my sister in law up at Christmas Eve dinner (she also beat me on the Nintendo Switch!) You genuinely can’t beat family time if I’m honest.
4. Having A Massive Clear Out
After Christmas does anyone else feel the need to clear out all of their stuff and get rid of the items that they are no longer using? I’ve still got more to clear out, but I’ve managed to clear out so much! I’ve also vacuum bagged lots of my clothes – especially the summer ones because there is no way I’m wear shorts any time soon. Give me all the jumpers asap.
5. New Jumpers
I went to the charity shop the other day and found a gorgeous green jumper (it’s actually featured in the blog post before this one!) and it is so bloody cosy, it’s a bit big but I love my jumpers oversized to be honest and ridiculously cosy! I’m so happy I popped in, it’s quickly become one of my favourite jumpers! It’s from Dorothy Perkins originally.
6. Cat Cuddles
You genuinely can’t beat pet cuddles. Every time I have a nap at my in laws (we are round every Sunday for dinner) I end up having Yoda sit on me. To be honest he is bloody adorable so I wouldn’t have it any other way – and he loves all the attention too.
What amazing things have happened over the last few weeks for you too? Let me know in the comments!

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I love sale shopping. That’s my absolute favourite thing about this time of year!
Me too! Sale shopping is best! xxxx
Cat cuddles are always the best and a clear out is always a must for January.
Rebecca Elaine x
A good clear out is definitely good for the soul! xxx
Love having a clear out after Christmas! Everything always feels so cluttered so it’s a good way to bring in the new year xx
Tiffany x http://www.foodandotherloves.co.uk
I know what you mean, I hate having so much clutter around, it bugs me so much! xxxx
I need cat cuddles, and your green jumper is SO cute! I love it! 😀
Erin || MakeErinOver
Thank you so much Erin my darling! xxx
This was a lovely post to read, just today I’ve actually started to have a clear out as there is just so much now that Christmas is over. I haven’t watched a series of unfortunate events the series so I’ll have to give that a go! X
You need to watch it! It’s one of the best programmes! xxxx
I cannot believe I’d forgotten about season three of A Series of Unfortunate Events until now!! I absolutely loved seasons one and two, I thought they were so much better than the older movie with Jim Carrey as Count Olaf! I’ll be having a binge watch tonight thanks to your reminder! Completely agreed with you on the pet cuddles as well, they always put a smile on your face!
Oh my gosh Abbey! You need to get on it asap! It’s literally one of my favourites! xxxx
Yesss to cat cuddles, we have three of them and they are super snuggly! And also to clearouts and family time, that’s the best thing about this time of year. Also, loving your green jumper, what a find! x
Lisa | http://www.lisasnotebook.com
Thank you so much my lovely! The green jumper is my favourite at the moment! xxxx
I went to my friends house and her and her sister happened to be watching a Series of Unfortunate Events (Which I hadn’t seen before) and I got hooked so quickly! Now rewatching it from the beginning!
Jas xx | https://thoughtsfromjasmine.co.uk
I’ve been rewatching it too! It’s so easy to get back into! xxxx
I love having a big clear out at the start of the year, plus it makes room for more new jumpers! It’s great you found a gorgeous Dorothy Perkins jumper in a charity shop, what a great find! 100% agree – cat cuddles are THE BEST! Lovely post Amie <3 xx
Bexa | http://www.hellobexa.com
I know! I was so happy and getting cat cuddles is literally one of the greatest feelings ever! xxxx
I always love reading posts like this as it’s so lovely to see what’s been making people happy! You certainly can’t beat cat cuddles; they’re the best! xx
http://www.imjustagirl16.co.uk
I’m so glad you loved this post my darling! I know I love cat cuddles so much! xxx
I always love posts like these, it’s good to look back on what makes us happy. Sale shopping makes me happy too, it’s the best feeling to see something you want in the sale xx
Hannah | luxuryblush
Sale shopping is genuinely the best, I love being able to pick up a bargain! xxx
Cat cuddles!!!! I get them every night lol My two furbabies need tons of attention and every night we have a cuddle session before bed 🙂
That is so cute! Cuddles with the furbabies are the best! xxx
Honestly, cat cuddles are the best thing ever. And also having a clear out!
I did both over the Christmas make, and it definitely helped me be a better human!
Having a massive clear out is genuinely the best! xxxx
Ohh, cat cuddles are just the best, aren’t they?
Too bad sales weren’t that good this year.
I also love having big clear out at the beginning of the year.
The sales really weren’t that great this year, but I managed to pick up a few things! xxxx
You can’t beat a bit of a clear out in January can you? I’ve been mad on it the past week…hello my rediscovered friend Zoflora! 😂
I love finding new things to watch on Netflix too…think I will be trying out your recommendation.
Love posts like this 😊
Aimsy xoxo
https://www.aimsysantics.co.uk
Oooh let me know what you think of the Netflix Recommendations my lovely! xxxx
I haven’t seen Series of Unfortunate Events and I need to watch it, I loved the books as a kid too so I’m sure the series won’t disappoint. I normally have a big clear out in January and I haven’t done it yet, the thought of going through my stuff is stressing me out this year… I think I have too much that needs to go x
Sophie
http://www.glowsteady.co.uk
The books were amazing, and the series really didn’t disappoint in my opinion! xxxx
This post was absolutely spot on, if there’s 2 things that make me happiest in this world it’s sale shopping for bargains, and great big cat cuddles!
Charlene McElhinney
https://charlenemcelhinney.co.uk
2 things that genuinely make the world go round! xxxx
I love doing a big clear out after Christmas, out with the old in with the new!
http://www.whatkarleedoes.com
Everything feels refreshed after a clear out! xxx
I love this post! A Series of Unfortunate Events is a great show! I used to love the books when I was younger too! Thanks for sharing! 🙂
melissakacar.blogspot.com
The books were amazing as a kid, and one of my favourite reads! xxxx
Pet cuddles are the best! I seriously cannot go a few hours without having a cuddle from my little Daisy! Family time is so important to, making memories and being there for one another is such a wonderful thing. Sending you all of the love 🌸💜
With love, Alisha Valerie x | http://www.alishavalerie.com
Daisy is literally so so cute & family is one of the greatest things ever xxxx
I love how positive and lovely these posts are! Sales shopping is always lots of fun – even if you only get a few bits! xo
Sian | http://www.siankathrine.co.uk
I love being able to find a good bargain the sales! xxxx
I love these posts! I’m loving Netflix at the moment. Although I couldn’t get into A Series of Unfortunate Events I’m thoroughly enjoying getting stuck into Netflix shows at the moment!
Netflix is amazing, I could waste days just watching it! xxxx
Yes to Sale Shopping! I managed to pick up some great Lush!
http://www.prettifulblog.com
Oooh that is amazing! Lush sales are the best! xxxx
I need to start watching the third season of a series of unfortunate events x
http://www.ofbeautyandnothingness.co.uk
It’s amazing! You will love it! xxxx
Love this!
I got so many things in the sales.
Wanna help me clear out? I have a mammoth task ahead of me.
http://littlemissmelanie.com
I would if I lived closer my darling! I love a good clear out xxxx
Cat cuddles are the best! And online sale shopping 🙂
I’m a sucker for a good cat cuddle! xxx
Really enjoyed reading this! I started to watch A Series of Unfortunate Events on Netflix last year but never got very far in; can’t even recall why that was but I must go back to it. 😀 I definitely need to have a clear out, mostly of skincare products, I have about 3 big basketfuls in my cupboards beside those I am currently using.
Sarah 🌺 || Boxnip
You definitely must give it a go my lovely it’s amazing! I’ve had a massive clear out of my make up! xxxx
I’ve been loving the Netflix Series of Unfortunate Events too, it’s so good! I’m tempted to read all of the books again now. I’ve been slowing having a bit of a clear out too, I’m going to sort out my clothes tomorrow!
I love the books so much, I’ve started reading them all over again and it made me feel like a kid again! xxxx
Yay, I love these posts as you always put me in such a good mood. I’m with you on the jumpers thing, give me all of the cosy knits asap! And having family time over the last month or two has been so important for me too, it’s a nice way to recharge! And yes! Cat cuddles should be a prescription on the NHS, they fix everything!
Beth x Adventure & Anxiety
In this freezing weather we need all the cosy knits in this weather! xxx
The post-Christmas purge and clear out always feels so good doesn’t it?! x
It feels amazing and it feels like I’ve cleared my space and mind! xxx
I haven’t watched series ONE yet and i keep saying i’m going to, so that is definitely something i WILL start before the month is out! I’ve heard such good things and i was always gutted that they didn’t make more films. I can see it being in a future “happy things” post of mine – or “seven smiles sunday” as i’ve decided to call it!
Bumble and Be
Sophie you need to watch it, it’s bloody brilliant! When you post it, please tag me in it so I can comment, I’d love to have a read my darling, it will be amazing! xxxx
Love this post! Especially the point about cat cuddles haha!
Cat cuddles are some of the best cuddles ever!xxx
I’m off window shopping & I’m so excited for once. it’s just the little things right now!
I liked the ending of a series of unfortunate events too! And you can’t beat a good clear out!
Soph – https://sophhearts.com/ x