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  • A festive flat-lay photo of the Boots 24 Days of Skin Advent Calendar. The large, open burgundy box with gold text reading "PRESENTING 24 DAYS of SKIN" sits on a pink surface. The calendar is open, revealing multiple drawers, some of which are pulled out to show the skincare products inside. A variety of skincare products are arranged around the open box, including bottles, jars, tubes, and a sheet mask. The scene is decorated with strands of small, glowing fairy lights.
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    Boots 24 Days Of Skincare Advent Calendar

    Hours 23 September 202523 September 2025

    Boots 24 Days Of Skincare Advent Calendar – RRP £70.00 What does the brand say about it? Boots says; “Bringing an extra touch of magic…

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  • A large, open Advent calendar in the shape of a house, decorated with a detailed black-and-white illustration of the Liberty London building. The calendar's doors are open to reveal various beauty products inside. A collection of assorted luxury beauty products in jars, tubes, and bottles are arranged on clear acrylic blocks in front of the calendar. A blue and white printed flap folds out from the left side.
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    Liberty Men’s Advent Calendar

    Hours 22 September 202522 September 2025

    Liberty Men’s Advent Calendar – RRP £260.00 What does the brand say about it? Liberty says; “Bringing an extra touch of magic to this year’s…

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  • A large, open Advent calendar in the shape of a house, decorated with a detailed illustration of the Liberty London building. The calendar's doors are open to reveal various beauty products inside. A collection of assorted luxury beauty products in jars, tubes, and bottles are arranged on clear acrylic blocks in front of the calendar.
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    Liberty Beauty Advent Calendar

    Hours 22 September 202522 September 2025

    Liberty Beauty Advent Calendar – RRP £275.00 What does the brand say about it? Liberty says; “Packed with 30 products inside, including 20 full-size treats, this year’s…

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  • A richly decorated beauty advent calendar from Fortnum & Mason for Christmas 2025. The front of the box is deep red with illustrated festive motifs: birds perched on branches, holly and foliage, poinsettia-type flowers, perfume bottles, a lit candle, and ornaments. In the centre is a square teal label with gold lettering that reads ‘FORTNUM & MASON EST 1707’. The calendar is surrounded by wrapped gifts, pine cones, and seasonal decoration set on plush red fabric
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    Fortnum & Mason ‘Fortnum’s’ Beauty Advent Calendar

    Hours 16 September 202516 September 2025

    Fortnum & Mason ‘Fortnum’s’ Beauty Advent Calendar – RRP £265.00 What does the brand say about it? Fortnum & Mason says; “Altogether worth over £1149, our…

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Picture is of myself. A white woman, with long brown hair, brown eyes and wearing a blue floral pattern dress.

Hannah Marie
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Content Creator | Digital Storyteller | Disability Rights Advocate

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Happy New Year 🎊 With 2025 coming to an end, I c Happy New Year 🎊 

With 2025 coming to an end, I couldn’t resist joining this trend again. It’s made me realise how important it is to document the good moments. 

Even the quiet ones 📸

2025 was a year of growth, connection, and learning what a steadier life can look like. When I look back through my photos and memories, I can see just how much has changed. Gently, but meaningfully.

This year I…

💼 Started a new job that I love.
📚 Grew within the book community, joined some fantastic readathons, and made so many lovely book friends.
🎟️ Went to my very first book event.
✨ Met the wonderful Lucy Jane Wood.
☀️ Spent more sunny days reading in the hammock.
💻 Had my most productive year yet with my blog and content creation.
🍽️ Enjoyed more time with friends and many more meals out.
🚗 Travelled better and further than I have in years.
❤️‍🩹 Took part in more bowel and stoma-related events online and met some truly amazing people.
🧬 Uncovered new ancestors and family records.
🎃 Said hello to even more trick or treaters this year.
🔥 Went through my first full year with no flare-ups.
🏋🏻‍♀️ Joined the gym (it didn’t last as long as planned, but I’m hopeful for the year ahead).
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Reconnected with family I hadn’t seen in a long time.

But, as with life, there were lows too.

We said goodbye to our beloved girl, Gwen, after 15 years 🤍 Losing her has been the biggest change to daily life since my stoma surgery. And not one I’ve adjusted to quickly. She is missed every single day.

2025 wasn’t perfect, but I’m ending the year proud, grateful, and hopeful.

Here’s to 2026 🥂

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Merry Christmas!! 🎅🏻🎄 I hope everyone has an ama Merry Christmas!! 🎅🏻🎄 

I hope everyone has an amazing day ❤️

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Christmas sweet table - Done ✅ #Christmas #Christ Christmas sweet table - Done ✅

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Some festive shopping the last couple of weeks 🛍️🎄 Some festive shopping the last couple of weeks 🛍️🎄

Of course, there were books…

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It’s Day 100 of 365 Days of Prompts. I can’t belie It’s Day 100 of 365 Days of Prompts. I can’t believe we’re 100 days into the year already!

I’m currently finalising my r/Fantasy bingo picks… here’s a little sneak peek 👀

Day 100 of 365 Days of Prompts: Listen to an audiobook 🎧✨

Give those eyes a rest!

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The book cart is full 👀📚… do I buy another? 😂 Day The book cart is full 👀📚… do I buy another? 😂

Day 99 of 365 Days of Prompts: Read a book where the main character has an animal companion 🐾📖

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It is time… ☀️ I love my hammock. I talk about it It is time… ☀️ I love my hammock. I talk about it way too much 😂 It’s my comfort place for reading during the warmer months, and honestly… I’m very happy right now 💛

Day 98 of 365 Days of Prompts: Read a book by a neurodivergent author 🧠

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It may only be spring, but I am ready for the summ It may only be spring, but I am ready for the summer reads ☀️

Day 97 of 365 Days of Prompts: Read a non-fiction book about health

I thought this prompt was perfect for World Health Day, but it’s also broad enough for you to choose what kind of health book suits you. A recipe book for a healthier diet, a mental health read to help during a stressful time… it’s completely up to you 💛

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