I found a lovely linky called Link A List which has really inspired me to create a 'goal' list for this week! I LOVE writing lists, I have many notepads with lists for every-little-thing. So this Link a List is right up my street. I thought I would start off by setting myself some goals for this week.

Get back into working out.

Before I moved house, I lost almost 20lbs, which was incredible. It took me a few months but I did it! However, with moving house and getting the kids settled and all the other shenanigans that comes with moving house, I have let myself go. I gained back 10lbs in total. I lost 2lbs last week and this week I have started doing the thirty day shred again. I've also been eating a lot healthier and walking more, too! I feel great. Achy but great, haha. So yes, my first goal is keep up with the 30 day shred and healthy eating.

Housework!

I need to catch up on housework! Well, mainly the kids rooms. I could seriously blitz them everyday, kids make so much mess haha. Downstairs and the bathrooms are perfectly clean and tidy. The boys and Ellie's room is clean but messy! So my mission tomorrow is to tidy the kids rooms!

Walking!

This comes with the first one. I need to walk more so I plan on doing that (as long as the headache stays away!) There are so many beautiful places to walk in our new area. I really enjoy walking! Especially in the evening, we went for a lovely evening walk the other day. I can't wait to start using my FitBug again, hopefully I'll have proper internet soon so I can sync it with my phone again. I really do miss that!

Evening #sun they the #trees yesterday evening #sunny #hot #woods #sky

A photo posted by Sara ♡ (@sassyserz) on Jun 12, 2015 at 2:46am PDT

Reading.

I would like to read a book this week! or at least start a book. I feel like I haven't read for ages and I miss it. It also helps me relax so I would like to get back into reading. Any suggestions for books I should read?Let me know your suggestions in the comments :)

Sarah xXx

A photo posted by Sara ♡ (@sassyserz) on Jun 12, 2015 at 2:46am PDT

I was asked if I would like to review a Beets BLU Key Finder from amazon. Now, we love gadgets and I thought this gadget would be perfect for me, especially as I am always loosing my keys!


The Beets Blu Key Finder is a small gadget that is used to track valuables such as keys, bags, purses and so on. It's so small it can be inserted into a purse or wallet, a bag or attached to keys, cameras and other valuables. The device syncs with an iPhone or other device such as iPad and android devices (Android 5.0 and later) via bluetooth. You simply download the 'Paper Tag' app from the app store. I have an iPhone 5 so I personally downloaded the app from the iTunes App Store (free of charge). 

The Paper Tag App.

It was quite easy to set up, I followed the instruction manual which was easy to follow. 
I first took the key finder out of the box, pressed the button for five seconds (as instructed) and then placed the battery in (which comes supplied with the key finder). This was very easy to do, too! I also downloaded the 'Paper Tag' app on my iPhone. I did struggle a little setting up but it would have helped if I had of actually turned on my bluetooth - please don't forget to turn your bluetooth on like I did, haha. I soon figured it all out though and had the Key Finder & app set up within five minutes or so. I really like the fact it lets you take a photo of whatever the item the Key Finder is attached to.



The Key Finder itself is quite small and very light indeed. I really liked that it's key ring size and light. Making it easy to attach to my keys or purse.

The battery is really easy to install.

 I couldn't wait to test it out! So I attached the key finder to my keys and away we went! I walked 'out of range' and sure enough the alarm went off on the key finder and I received a notification on my phone. It was easy enough to turn the alarm off, using my phone as a remote control. You can also change the alarm tone on the Key Finder, via your phone which is pretty simple and easy to do! The app explains itself really. There is also a 'trouble shooting' and 'help' section on the app, which again, is really easy to follow! 
You can also disable the key finder (from your phone or device) at any time in just a couple of swipes and clicks. It's very simple and easy to use.  The alarm is loud enough to hear but not too loud. It's just the right volume in my opinion. 




It's handy because I'll never forget my keys again, or leave them around someone elses house or in a car etc. The alarm will buzz and I'll receive a notification on my phone informing me that my keys are not in range! How clever is that?! 

Overall, I really like the key finder device, it's affordable, easy to use and very handy indeed! I feel like this would also make a lovely gift (perhaps for fathers day, which is coming up very soon!) I really like the fact I can control it from my phone and that it's so easy to use.


Sarah xXx    




I was sent this product for the purpose of this review. All opinions are my own, honest, personal opinions. I was not paid for this post.

My reasons to be thankful and happy this week.

I am really looking forward to this weekend. It's my nieces fourth Birthday party this weekend, she's having a BBQ. I am really excited to see everyone and spend time with family and of course celebrate my nieces fourth Birthday with her. So excited! The kids are also excited, too. I hope the weather's nice!! Fingers crossed, hehe.

I am so thankful for family and the letting me use there internet. I still have no internet. B.T need to install the cables to enable me to have a phoneline at our new house. This could take months. You can see why I'm grateful for family letting me "borrow" there 'net. ♥

A photo posted by Sara ♡ (@sassyserz) on Jun 8, 2015 at 3:58am PDT

I am thankful to live in such a beautiful area, honestly I am feel really blessed. It's a lovely area that I live in. There are so many places to walk and so many things to see. I love walking through the woods, around the lakes and ponds. The river bank is cool, too! Ellie and I had a lovely walk in the woods the other day, finished by a trip to the park! I may or may not have had a go on the swins (such a big kid!) I love the swans, they're magnificent creatures.

My cats really make me happy, too! I think most of my regular readers know how much I love cats. They honestly make me smile. They're such good company, too.

A photo posted by Sara ♡ (@sassyserz) on Jun 10, 2015 at 3:27am PDT

So those are my reasons to be thankful and cheerful this week, let me know your reasons to be happy and thankful this week or link up with the below linkies and share your reasons. I do love hearing other people's happy thoughts, hehe.

Sarah xXx

Last week, I went over to my mums house to visit her (and use her internet because I still have no 'net) while the children were at school. It was lovely to see everyone, I saw both my sisters and my youngest brother, too! My nephew was also there. I'd forgot how full of energy 4 year old boys are, haha.
I thought a photograph of this vase would be perfect for this weeks alphabet project.


My mum wondered why I was taking a photo of her vase, hahaha. I tried to explain the blogging world but I don't think she got it, she just kind of looked at me weird, lol! Ohhh, the life of a blogger, eh?!

Anyway, it was a lovely day and really nice to see everyone. It's nice to catch up with family. I can't wait to take the kids to see my mum next time :)

Sarah xXx