Thursday 31 December 2020

2020’s fault?

 2020’s fault?

It’s not 2020’s fault. 2021 doesn’t hold the holy grail. No new answers will happen overnight as we sing auld lang syne. Microorganisms will still roam.

2020 is a number we have given to a period of time, knowing that time doesn’t exsist.  It’s a measurement that we can relate to in order to co-ordinate ourselves with each other. 2021 is another number which we shouldn’t crown as an amazing milestone to reach. Rather, look back over these last twelve months in order to realise the strength we have all needed to grow into the amazing humans we are on New Years Eve.

Placing hope in the midnight stoke is setting up for failure. Placing hope in the future self is positivity.  We can make the next steps happen, we can face challenges we previously thought unimaginable, and we can know how awesome we are in our own strength.

The end of this crazy year is here. We have all labelled 2020. Look at the beauty in those numbers: 2020. Such a pleasing sight on the front of my journal which holds many words describing my feelings through this year. Such a huge year of achievements for so many of us. Please don’t let yourself forget that, among the sadness of the myriad of segments.

I have learned so much about me, who I am, and how I love. I tried to harden my heart but I love openly and totally and that simply can’t change.  A stranger in the street, my girlfriends, my children, a lover; I love in totality and this is me.

Our time in this global challenge has given me wonderful clarity into what makes me happy.

Giving up the scales has been empowering and I have loved that. I feel happier in my own skin than ever, even when it feels physically bruised.  My aunt said she loves me, and ‘you’re smashing,’ which was a life changer to that little girl in me.

Mentally, I’ve a way to go in relation to feeling loved and allowing past hurts to float away into non-resistance but the history of life shapes us into our current selves through lessons and scars.

Scars never heal completely but they hold power in shaping us to strut into our future with a flick of the hair and a wink back at the past ‘us’.




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Thursday 24 December 2020

Happy Christmas Eve

 It's Christmas eve in this crazy year that we have called 2020.






Do you want to know what my wish is for you? I wish that you find some peace and magic in something along the way. Looking at Christmas lights, smelling the Christmas pudding cooking, something, somewhere, making you feel the Christmas fuzzy feelings that you should feel.


Happy Christmas to you all, where ever you are.  Enjoy watching this video which shows the previous year live videos from the kitchen on Christmas day. I hope it gets you in the festive spirit. I will be going live on my youtube channel on Christmas day between 11 and 12. See you there! 




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Wednesday 23 December 2020

Look for the rainbows

The skies were dark and moody as the wind blew so strong, almost knocking Harley off his feet. But then the sun shone and we saw the loveliest rainbow.


Tesco delivered our Christmas shopping and I was shocked at how little we seemed to get for our money. What went wrong? And where were the gluten free Christmas puddings? 



In this video I talk about my overwhelming sense of peace right now and how being within the vortex is something from the teachings of Abraham: https://youtube.com/user/AbrahamHicks Follow Jasmine on her Youtube channel: https://youtube.com/c/JustJas 








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Tuesday 22 December 2020

Diagnosed with Skin Cancer

 Following yesterdays video, here I am talking more about being diagnosed with Skin Cancer. Yes, I am feeling very brave and able to count my blessings but at the end of the day, the cancer word has been used and a piece of me is going to be cut away from my body which is frightening.

While I'm sure I'm going to be okay, I would like to raise awareness for this condition. it's not simply a case of 'cut it out and you're fine' - even if it were, it's pretty frightening. So let's have a good chat about it in this video, then let's get on with the day.


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Monday 21 December 2020

Our shock reaction to moving into Tier 4 - CHRISTMAS CANCELLED!

 



The news for a big portion of the country just came as a total shock to us. We are in tier 4 of lockdown and the virus is changing. Please, please don't feel you are on your own. I'm not a professional samaritan but if you can't speak to anyone else, email me. We can have a chat, This is going to break lots of hearts. lusherlifenutrition@gmail.com


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A trip to Primark and massive shock news

 In this video, we visit Primark early in the morning and show you what we got before having a lovely lunch of gluten free bread and avocado mashed on toast. Yum.


 

Then I had an appointment for a matter relating to health. Find out the news on this video at the end. Suffice to say I was shocked.


See the video by clicking the play button 


 

Playlists:

Vlogmas 2014: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KKIsWpXG4cixaOEsKy7Fw-U 

Vlogmas 2015https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KIEMbDGmZK3A-5mZcdzXyj3

Vlogmas 2016https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KLy0pQJJ9l7PRFbBHOUYMHp

Vlogmas 2018https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KIDZc-nT4msZYHU5YkP7xbk

Vlogmas 2019https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KKjDlJYfti_y1kZn7F54EBH

 

I write creative non-fiction from all over the world. 

Travel reviews and general life writing see me fill my passion. 

Find my books on Amazon: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Louise-Usher/e/B00C1KEE5E

 

My website: http://www.louiseusher.co.uk

Check out more of my life on my social media platforms: 

*Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/louiseusherwrites

*Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/louiseusher

*Blog: http://www.louiseusher.co.uk

*Nutrition: http://lusherlifenutrition.blogspot.co.uk

*Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lusher.life

*Pinterest: https://uk.pinterest.com/lusherlife/

*Podcast: https://geo.itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/autoimmune-diet-and-me/id1023129375?at=1001l626&mt=2&ls=1

Did you know I'm a keen writer as well as a blogger and creating these videos? 

Books: My amazon author page: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Louise-Usher/e/B00C1KEE5E

Motivational Merch: Mugs, t-shirts and stuff http://www.cafepress.co.uk/profile/108959736

If you’re a brand and want to get in touch: 

Email: lusherlifenutrition@gmail.com 

 

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Tuesday 15 December 2020

Patience during taboo times

 


This video shares a chat with you about the fact that 2019 saw me so excited about the future and the ideal manifestation which had just shown itself to me. So much hope and excitement- and that actually makes me cry. We have had to go through so much this year and work on being so patient through these tricky times but the way we have done it is literally one thing at a time. One day at a time, one challenge overcome at a time. We can do this, we really can. 



 

 

Plus, I share with you my Youtube stats which were just sent through:

In 2020 I have

Uploaded 1960 minutes of content

Had 175,820 views

427,033 minutes were spent watching my videos

Had 3884 comments and 4462 shares! Wow

 

I’ve been on Youtube now for 3451 days – that’s a lot of years. Ten years next year! Thank you all. 

 

Playlists:

Vlogmas 2014: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KKIsWpXG4cixaOEsKy7Fw-U 

Vlogmas 2015https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KIEMbDGmZK3A-5mZcdzXyj3

Vlogmas 2016https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KLy0pQJJ9l7PRFbBHOUYMHp

Vlogmas 2018https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KIDZc-nT4msZYHU5YkP7xbk

Vlogmas 2019https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KKjDlJYfti_y1kZn7F54EBH

 

I write creative non-fiction from all over the world. 

Travel reviews and general life writing see me fill my passion. 

Find my books on Amazon: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Louise-Usher/e/B00C1KEE5E

 

My website: http://www.louiseusher.co.uk

Check out more of my life on my social media platforms: 

*Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/louiseusherwrites

*Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/louiseusher

*Blog: http://www.louiseusher.co.uk

*Nutrition: http://lusherlifenutrition.blogspot.co.uk

*Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/loulusherlife

*Pinterest: https://uk.pinterest.com/lusherlife/

*Podcast: https://geo.itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/autoimmune-diet-and-me/id1023129375?at=1001l626&mt=2&ls=1

Did you know I'm a keen writer as well as a blogger and creating these videos? 

Books: My amazon author page: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Louise-Usher/e/B00C1KEE5E

Motivational Merch: Mugs, t-shirts and stuff http://www.cafepress.co.uk/profile/108959736

If you’re a brand and want to get in touch: 

Email: lusherlifenutrition@gmail.com 

 

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Saturday 12 December 2020

I answer your questions

 In this video, I answer some of your most burning questions like

How are your ears? Was it hard being a twins mum? What is your wish for 2021? How is your mum? What do you think about writers notebooks? Any plans for your birthday? Plus, I share with you my Youtube stats which were just sent through: In 2020 I have Uploaded 1960 minutes of content Had 175,820 views 427,033 minutes were spent watching my videos Had 3884 comments and 4462 shares! Wow
I’ve been on Youtube now for 3451 days – that’s a lot of years. Ten years next year! Thank you all. 


Playlists: Vlogmas 2014:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KKIsWpXG4cixaOEsKy7Fw-U Vlogmas 2015: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KIEMbDGmZK3A-5mZcdzXyj3 Vlogmas 2016: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KLy0pQJJ9l7PRFbBHOUYMHp Vlogmas 2018: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KIDZc-nT4msZYHU5YkP7xbk Vlogmas 2019: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KKjDlJYfti_y1kZn7F54EBH I write creative non-fiction from all over the world. Travel reviews and general life writing see me fill my passion. Find my books on Amazon: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Louise-Usher/e/B00C1KEE5E My website: http://www.louiseusher.co.uk Check out more of my life on my social media platforms: *Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/louiseusherwrites *Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/louiseusher *Blog: http://www.louiseusher.co.uk *Nutrition: http://lusherlifenutrition.blogspot.co.uk *Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/loulusherlife *Pinterest: https://uk.pinterest.com/lusherlife/ *Podcast: https://geo.itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/autoimmune-diet-and-me/id1023129375?at=1001l626&mt=2&ls=1 Did you know I'm a keen writer as well as a blogger and creating these videos? Books: My amazon author page: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Louise-Usher/e/B00C1KEE5E Motivational Merch: Mugs, t-shirts and stuff http://www.cafepress.co.uk/profile/108959736 If you’re a brand and want to get in touch: Email: lusherlifenutrition@gmail.com
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Friday 11 December 2020

Are you petrified of the outbreak?

 In Medway, Kent, we are in the thick of the worst cases during this outbreak. Are any of you feeling really afraid of the outbreaks locally? Chidlren are bringing it home from school and I have been put on the 'at risk' list because of my health. What can we do other than keep going in life?



I have a really good catch up and chat with you in this video, talk about what you have asked me for on this channel and also take delivery of a muscle food order! Playlists: Vlogmas 2014:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KKIsWpXG4cixaOEsKy7Fw-U Vlogmas 2015: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KIEMbDGmZK3A-5mZcdzXyj3 Vlogmas 2016: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KLy0pQJJ9l7PRFbBHOUYMHp Vlogmas 2018: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KIDZc-nT4msZYHU5YkP7xbk Vlogmas 2019: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KKjDlJYfti_y1kZn7F54EBH I write creative non-fiction from all over the world. Travel reviews and general life writing see me fill my passion. Find my books on Amazon: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Louise-Usher/e/B00C1KEE5E My website: http://www.louiseusher.co.uk Check out more of my life on my social media platforms: *Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/louiseusherwrites *Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/louiseusher *Blog: http://www.louiseusher.co.uk *Nutrition: http://lusherlifenutrition.blogspot.co.uk *Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/loulusherlife *Pinterest: https://uk.pinterest.com/lusherlife/ *Podcast: https://geo.itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/autoimmune-diet-and-me/id1023129375?at=1001l626&mt=2&ls=1 Did you know I'm a keen writer as well as a blogger and creating these videos? Books: My amazon author page: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Louise-Usher/e/B00C1KEE5E Motivational Merch: Mugs, t-shirts and stuff http://www.cafepress.co.uk/profile/108959736 If you’re a brand and want to get in touch: Email: lusherlifenutrition@gmail.com
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Mid December - are you feeling OVERWHLEMED?

The Christmas tree is up and the darkness of the early morning dances with the glow and magic to remind us of this special time. The shops are packed with shoppers in masks and there is much to do before work closes for the festive period.... it can create a lot of overwhelm.





In this video, you can see how I am moving into a professional direction early in 2021 and I'm a little nervous about it. Even though I'm sure it will all be fine, it does make you feel like there's a lot to get your head around doesn't it.


This time of year is typically a time where you feel the tree is now up and the wonder of the new lights has settled but then we aren't quite at Christmas yet. Also, if you are feeling alone, that also is something I can relate to. So let's prop each other up Playlists: Vlogmas 2014:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KKIsWpXG4cixaOEsKy7Fw-U
Vlogmas 2015: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KIEMbDGmZK3A-5mZcdzXyj3 Vlogmas 2016: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KLy0pQJJ9l7PRFbBHOUYMHp Vlogmas 2018: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KIDZc-nT4msZYHU5YkP7xbk Vlogmas 2019: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KKjDlJYfti_y1kZn7F54EBH Vlogmas 2020: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KJ-hzvGvCNMHBV4JY48sdGm

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Wednesday 9 December 2020

I'm reading the Greatest Secret


In this video I sit and have a good chat with you about the problems I have been having with alcohol and the latest book I'm reading called the Greatest Secret which follows on from The Secret.





see the video by clicking here

That was the book which changed my life and made me want to create my Youtube channel. I wanted everyone to know about the book (get it here: *contains an affiliate link, no extra cost to you but amazon share a few pence of the profits https://amzn.to/2IiYrNO )
I hope you are loving Vlogmas so far. Playlists: Vlogmas 2014: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KKIsWpXG4cixaOEsKy7Fw-U Vlogmas 2015: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KIEMbDGmZK3A-5mZcdzXyj3 Vlogmas 2016: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KLy0pQJJ9l7PRFbBHOUYMHp Vlogmas 2018: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KIDZc-nT4msZYHU5YkP7xbk Vlogmas 2019: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KKjDlJYfti_y1kZn7F54EBH Vlogmas 2020: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KJ-hzvGvCNMHBV4JY48sdGm

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Tuesday 8 December 2020

What is Vlogmas like in Tier three?

Living in Kent during the Pandemic


In this video I will have a good chat with you in the car on my way to take a couple of hours off from work to walk Harley, queue up for a Starbucks (see how much he wags his tail while we wait in the sunshine in the queue - bless him!) and sit by the waterside enjoying the fresh, crisp December air.




I loved this day in my life and I was feeling so thankful for the freedom we DO have rather than the lockdown which is stopping us.

Playlists: Vlogmas 2014: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KKIsWpXG4cixaOEsKy7Fw-U Vlogmas 2015: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KIEMbDGmZK3A-5mZcdzXyj3 Vlogmas 2016: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KLy0pQJJ9l7PRFbBHOUYMHp Vlogmas 2018: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KIDZc-nT4msZYHU5YkP7xbk Vlogmas 2019: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KKjDlJYfti_y1kZn7F54EBH Vlogmas 2020: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KJ-hzvGvCNMHBV4JY48sdGm
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Friday 4 December 2020

What is life like when you have Crohns?

 A Vlogmas day in the life of a crohns person – Day 3 2020


 

In this video you can see what a typical day in the life looks like for me. Part of it shows what I do to take care of my health as someone with Autoimmune disease, and there are some general life bits, like simply heading to the shops. 

 

At the end of this video you can see what I was doing on this vlogmas day in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019 …


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Thursday 3 December 2020

The Fall of the Christmas Tree #vlogmas

 The festivities begin today as we put up the Christmas tree and decorations!


But what on Earth was going on? Had the tree taken up it's fill of a cheeky tipple it seems as it was not happy about standing upright at all! No matter the angle, it just kept tipping over - so we stopped for dinner and a bit of a de-stress until we finally got back to it and successfully stood up the tree and baubles!


This was a very blessed day as the twins had the day off, we played Heart Xmas on the radio and decorated the house together. I am feeling so full of Christmas cheer this year and I have no idea why (nothing is really going on in comparison to most years as you can see from this video on day 1 when I shared previous vlogmas' : https://youtu.be/sVZH_l7pH90 ) but I'll take that festive feeling gladly after the year we have all had!

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Wednesday 2 December 2020

Christmas tree shopping - Norway Spruce or NORD? #vlogmas

 This video: https://youtu.be/oCedxna4iQE sees us choosing our tree for 2020!







The twins and I had a wonderful time choosing our Christmas tree and we went for a different type of tree this year. The branches look very different! What else did we see at this farm?

If you love a VLOGMAS video you can see how far we have come over the previous years! Have a look and enjoy getting in the festive spirit.


Playlists: Vlogmas 2014: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KKIsWpXG4cixaOEsKy7Fw-U Vlogmas 2015: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KIEMbDGmZK3A-5mZcdzXyj3 Vlogmas 2016: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KLy0pQJJ9l7PRFbBHOUYMHp Vlogmas 2018: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KIDZc-nT4msZYHU5YkP7xbk Vlogmas 2019: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KKjDlJYfti_y1kZn7F54EBH Vlogmas 2020: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KJ-hzvGvCNMHBV4JY48sdGm




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Tuesday 1 December 2020

Happy December; happy Vlogmas

 This crazy 2020 has set us all in a spin, but unfortunately not on the dance floor. We have missed going out, dancing and getting in the festive spirit this year so I thought I would share previous years vlogs as well as keeping you up to date with how this December in looking in the Usher house.


Back in 2014 I started a science degree in London and most of my Vlogmas time was spent getting on a train. Dad was still with us, as he was in 2015 when I have moved to a closer university. By 2016 he was void from our vlogs which was a great loss at Christmas time, it was definitely one of his favourite times of the year and me and him were always close at Chrisms and new year. I remember how much he appreciated me making soup for a starter, just for him, because everyone else wanted something else. I would warm up the roll in the oven and he commented how 'no-one else' would think of such a thing. 2017 saw my head down and bum up and I didn't vlog that year. We had lost Dad, I had organised the funeral and all that goes with losing someone and taken care of mum after she had a massive heart attack, a year to the day of us losing Dad, while trying to deal with my own health issues and a science degree (as well as single mum and full time work). Mum moved in with us. It was hard. But I missed Vlogmas.



2018 saw a very different story as I was diagnosed with Ankylosing Spondylitis. An autoimmune arthritic condition which can be very life limiting. I thought, 'let's just blinking live my fullest life,' and things got crazy, fun and sometimes a little giggly. That year was full (I mean: FULL) of dancing and parties and loads of those can be seen in this vlogmas throwback, as well as some really cute dresses!



Last year, I lost my gorgeous friend Sharon on the 2nd December but also filled my heart in other ways, unexpectedly. But I gratefully turned 50 on new years eve and remembered that life is a blessing,
and being old enough for grey hairs is something to be thankful for.

Of course, 2020 has been a crazy year but we have created a best selling non fiction book, totally refurbished our house with major building works, learnt to power walk FARRRRR distances, I've made a couple of new, awesome friends and I secured a brand new doctoral research place on a subject very close to my heart. This December, I really feel blessed, despite life challenges and this Christmas I wish the same for you as we head into 2021 together, creating our Lusher Life.
Louise xoxo 

Playlists: Vlogmas 2014: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KKIsWpXG4cixaOEsKy7Fw-U Vlogmas 2015: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KIEMbDGmZK3A-5mZcdzXyj3 Vlogmas 2016: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KLy0pQJJ9l7PRFbBHOUYMHp Vlogmas 2018: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KIDZc-nT4msZYHU5YkP7xbk Vlogmas 2019: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KKjDlJYfti_y1kZn7F54EBH Vlogmas 2020: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwf5UN3J86KJ-hzvGvCNMHBV4JY48sdGm

I write creative non-fiction from all over the world. Travel reviews and general life writing see me fill my passion. Find my books on Amazon.. My website: http://www.louiseusher.co.uk Check out more of my life on my social media platforms: *Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/louiseusherwrites *Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/louiseusher *Blog: http://www.louiseusher.co.uk *Nutrition: http://lusherlifenutrition.blogspot.co.uk *Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/loulusherlife *Pintrest: https://uk.pinterest.com/lusherlife/ *Podcast: https://geo.itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/autoimmune-diet-and-me/id1023129375?at=1001l626&mt=2&ls=1 -Did you know I'm a keen writer as well as a blogger and creating these videos? Books: My amazon author page: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Louise-Usher/e/B00C1KEE5E Motivational Merch: Mugs, t-shirts and stuff http://www.cafepress.co.uk/profile/108959736 If you’re a brand and want to get in touch: Email: lusherlifenutrition@gmail.com
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