17 Nov 2009

I've packed my bag I'm on my way


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Moving day is nearly upon me!

All will be quiet here at Endless Inspiration for awhile, as I make my way back to NZ, leaving on Wed 18th!!! On the way back I'll be stopping in...

Tokyo

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and Sydney

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I promise once I get back home and over my jet lag, there will be lots of photos of the rest of Italia and all my new adventures!


Miss ya already :)

13 Nov 2009

Fiesole

The ancient village of Fiesole sits on the hills above Florence.


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Such a charming place, we caught a bus here for the afternoon; as we wound our way up the hill the road is lined with sumptuous villa's built or restored by the English in the 1800's.


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The main square

We were looking for the roman amphi-theatre, but never found it,


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we must have taken a wrong turn...


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but it really didn't matter, as we had wonderful time wandering and discovering other lovely things








the Duomo

























10 Nov 2009

Special Little People




As you may know I am recently back from a fab holiday in Italy (pics coming soon I promise, I've had computer trouble, well specifically dropping computer trouble!) The finale of my trip was to stay with my wonderful cousins who have recently moved to Northern Tuscany, in the mountains north of Lucca - beautiful part of the world. Whist I was there, I found out all about the aromatherapy range my lovely cousin Janine has developed.

A trained Aromatherapist and Mum of three great kids - my lovely little cousins - Sam, George & Holly.



Janine originally developed her aromatherapy blends to help her own kids, but soon realised that they could be beneficial to all and Special Little People was born. The currently six blends, help with everything from getting a good nights sleep,to minimising tantrums, anxiety and putting a smile on little faces.



The oils come with a colourful hanky, the blend is applied to, which little ones can keep in their pocket or under their pillow for a big sniff when required. Also available, these cool wristbands which the oils can also be applied to, for extra cool kids.



After much hard work and dedication, this fabulous product is now available to buy online at Special Little People or Boots pharmacies UK - well done Janine!

So if you have little people in your life, check these out; they make a great gift and the packaging alone is worth it, the gorgeous Holly proudly on the front.



You can keep up to date on Special Little People Developments by following Janine's Blog

30 Oct 2009

Anti-paros

How wonderful is this house in the Greek Islands, streamlined and fabulous.











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29 Oct 2009

Rewarding

Back from Italia, had a wonderful time, Florence was a highlight, I promise lots of pics soon. Well its all been go since I've been away, I've been privileged enough to receive not one, but two blogger awards!



The delightful Trish from Trouvais has sweetly nominated me for the 7 things challenge. I love Trish's blog, it really stands out in blog world as something truly unique, I love how she stays true to her vision and there is always something usual and inspiring to find there.

The way it works is this - Tell my readers 7 things they might not know about me, and nominate 7 more Kreativ bloggers. I was nominated for this award last year, so I hope Trish won't mind too much if I recycle answers from then?! HERE




And from the charming B at Simply B the One Lovely Blog Award! B's Blog is so sweet, her move to the countryside in another country is inspiring and fascinating.

Here are the rules of the "one lovely blog award"

1. Accept the award, post it on your blog together with the name of the person who has granted the award, and his or her blog link.

2. Pass the award to 15 other blogs that you’ve newly discovered.

3. Remember to contact the bloggers to let them know they have been chosen for this award.

Well I have to say, I feel rather bowled over, so thanks girls and if you don't mind I think I will roll them all together and I would like to nominate the following marvelous Bloggers


A Creative Mint

Day Dream Lily

English Muse

Head Over Heels

Heart Felt

Interior Divine

Katy Elliott

Kay Loves Vintage

My Marrakesh

One Blue Wren

Sanctuary

SF Girl By The Bay

Small Acorns

Little Big House

Toujours Amoureux

They are all fantastic reading - enjoy :)

16 Oct 2009

Italy's Calling

I'm off on my final European trip before I head home, Mid-November and what better place than Bella Italia!

First stop Roma


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then Firenze

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Finally Bagni di Lucca

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to visit my cousins who live there, in Northern Tuscany in the mountains above Lucca.

Promise LOTS of photos on my return, you know I'm good for it :) CIAO!

15 Oct 2009

Autumn Close up




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10 Oct 2009

Pretty Plates


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Love the contrast of shape and colour

see more china here, here & here

9 Oct 2009

The Grand Master

The sumptuous interiors of the brilliant Alberto Pinto
















4 Oct 2009

Homeward Bound





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Well all my worldy possessions are, I will be following them by the end of November. I have to say what a treat to have people come in and pack everything - bliss!