☀️ Menorca, Family Time & a Very Unwelcome Souvenir

Hello my dears, 🤎

I came back from holiday on Sunday and, apparently, my poor body is simply not used to the good life… so of course, I had to come back sick. Because why would I return from a wonderful holiday feeling refreshed and fabulous when I can return looking like I’ve lost a fight with my own immune system?

At first, I thought I was having a reaction to the sun because, yes… I am allergic to the sun☀️
And yes, I live in Portugal. I know. Excellent life choice, right?

Every summer, my sun allergy makes an appearance, but thankfully it’s usually mild and nothing serious. This time, though, I came home with a lovely little rash covering my back, chest and… well… my bum. 🙈

So, as my mother would say: “It is what it is.”
I currently look a little bit like a red-bottomed monkey. 🐒😂

But then things decided to get even more interesting.

I started having a sore throat, painful gums, a swollen tongue and numb lips. So yes… I’ve already been to the hospital, I’ve been given medication, and I’m taking it easy — but I’m still not feeling 100% yet.

BUT ENOUGH ABOUT THE MISFORTUNES! 😂
Let’s talk about the important stuff: Menorca! 🌿☀️

We had such a wonderful time as a family. And, as always, my holidays were basically the usual routine — cooking, cleaning and looking after the family… just in a different location. 😂

But honestly, the island is absolutely beautiful.

I dare say it was one of the best beach destinations I’ve ever visited, even in August! The beaches, the water, the little towns and the overall atmosphere were just wonderful.

We visited Son Bou, Arenal d’en Castell, Cala en Porter and Cala Galdana, as well as Ciutadella, Mahón, Es Mercadal and Binibeca.

Since we rented an apartment, most of our meals were actually cooked at home. But if you follow me on Instagram, you’ll find the places where we did eat out, my favourite pastry shop, the cheese producer we visited, and lots of little practical details from the trip — including things like parking and opening times.

So, if you haven’t already, come and follow me on Instagram:
👉 https://www.instagram.com/dinhasims4cc/

And now, moving on to something much more exciting than my current state… 😂

🌿 September Wallpaper Poll

The big winner of last week’s poll was #3 – Safari Adventure! 🦒🌿So that’s the one that will become the September wallpaper!

Thank you so much to everyone who voted and took the time to participate. I really love having you involved in these little decisions and seeing what you choose. 🤎

And finally, I’m hoping to be fully operational and back to my usual self over the next few days. Until then, I’m taking it easy, getting myself back on track and slowly returning to Dinha mode.

I hope you’re all having a wonderful week, my dears! 🤎🌿

With love,
Dinha