The Story of Adie

Moving from one place to another is really a tough decision to make. You need to give up so many things-- like your family, friends, work and even the food you customarily eat!!!

It's almost your whole life! One of those includes my dear, dear... bicycle (which I totally miss!). 

Back in Manila, I totally enjoyed riding my bike around the metro.

I missed it more when we moved here in Adelaide as I observed it to be a more biker-friendly city. 

There are broad and flat roads, the major streets have bicycle lanes, and even bike pumps to keep your tires in tip-top shape. You can even rent/hire (as they call it here) a free bike everyday,

and it's open for everyone! Perfect for a city tour! Getting away from traffic has never been this convenient in my experience. You can enjoy the view, the scent of fresh air and there's a whole lot of coffee shops to try! Ahhhh! (can I pass as your tour guide?) Haha! 

So when 'the husband' decided to give me a gift as I start to feel the homesickness being away for too long, he bought me a bike—a vintage lady bicycle from Reid cycles! I’m sooooo HAPPYYYYYY and excited that I don’t want to leave the house anymore just to wait for it to be delivered!!!

I actually got it last February 18 #sentimentalpurposes HAHA and my husband immediately assembled it for me while I was having my grocery shopping. He knew how excited I was that day but I really needed to load up our fridge or else we’ll not eat! I even got sad that it arrived only few minutes after I left, when I waited almost the entire day for it to came! It was that bad! Haha!

We immediately went to the beach to try it and take pictures of it. For #sentimentalpurposes (again)!
 I saw how happy he was too, as he saw my ear-to-ear smiles while riding my new bicycle! 

I named it “Adie” short for Adelaide. <3 #sentimentalpurposes 3.0! 

so chic and vintage---very Instagram worthy too!

Tip: Better to call their customer service to make sure you have the right size of the bike or visit their nearest shop. Mine is huge in person! I got the large size, cos my height is in between the medium and large frame which is 5’5.  I actually called them to check if what size do a 5’5 woman usually purchase and the representative told me as long as you can touch the ground with one foot it's good but we can also visit their nearest shop to have it checked or even exchange it with a smaller size if we need to do so. I preferred this size, I can sit straight and my legs are comfortable. BUT! if you aren't that used to riding a bike, I suggest you get the smaller size even you are between that size too.

I bought this basket separately, cos this is excluded as you purchase the bike.

Great for picnics or any quick shopping! 

Now, I can go around the city without worrying too much about the rush hour that means a higher fare. We can actually use it for our dates as well. Just like this, nothing fancy and much more healthy, we can save time and money by bringing our own food in the park or beach and just enjoy every moment.

Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a riding a bike.

Ride safely!

Love,

Jamila

Love every day

Yesterday was a beautiful day, my feed was full of flowers, chocolates and different kind of dates. I’m glad that my friends are enjoying the occasion and though we don’t have it in our own beliefs, there’s no reason for me to comment anything against it the same way I don’t want non-muslims to give negative comments when we celebrate our Eid. Probably, that’s the good thing about being a revert to Islam, you have the heart to understand other religion and it’s easier to be aware on what they’ll feel in each and every post you share. My friends and family know that we don’t celebrate it, they understand the reason why. --- Cause, every day is love day for Muslims! HAHA!

Our religion is simple. People are complicated. Do it as if you are a medical practitioner. You use layman's term for people to understand, to avoid any misunderstandings.  

On a lighter note, yesterday was just a usual weekend for us. Except that my feed is soooooooo RED. haha! I woke up to prepare hubby’s breakfast before he went to work, ate lunch alone, prepared hubby’s dinner after his work, worked out, we read a book together, told stories that’ll make us laugh until bedtime. Nothing fancy, but that’s the time I’ve realized that every day is a chance to show how much you love your partner, family and friends. Not just once in a year, because they deserve to feel loved everyday.

Every day is love day!

 It's Monday and no special occasion to celebrate, just another day to feel loved!

Scarf from @classiccrownhijabstore (Kaffah)

Leather jacket from Dotti

Dress from Cotton On

Shoes from Adidas Superstar

Cuppa date by the beach (Cibo is the best!)

Hawaiian pizza and it's halal HUHU!

Glad that we lived 15 minutes away from the beach

Nothing fancy, Just love. We can do this everyday.

Love,

Jamila

The love for layers

Who says you can't wear layers in summer? You actually can, All you have to do is to choose lightweight materials, such as cotton, polyester and chiffon--definitely summer friendly! Even here in the place where it's freakin' hot every last quarter of the year while everyone is getting cold.

Lately, I enjoy mixing and matching different outfits, and now I'm currently obsessed with adding on vests/blazers/coats. For me, they add a different touch to your outfit, you can even repeat the same basics you wear inside, cover it up with different outwears and tadaaaaah! NEW OOTD! Just look for the right pieces that can be perfect for your current weather to avoid overdressing.

Wearing "Ellie" #classicprintcollection by @classiccrownhijabstore

-made of lightweight chiffon, summer friendly! love it. 

Please don't try this at home! LOL

-definitely love layers!!!! even in summer! Wohooo!

Just enjoy mix matching lovelies!

Love,

Jamila