The April Edit

Life update, first flight diary , monthly recap, April favorites, what I watched, ate , stepping out of my comfort zone, April scents ,recent purchases and more cool things.

Hi lovelies! i really missed posting here i’m finally back! i took a digital detox and a break, and it was so much needed in so many ways , now quick disclaimer: this will be a long post, because i’ll be sharing everything i did in april , life update, recommendations, food i ate, movies & series i binge-watched, beauty faves, and more cool stuff. And omg we’re also sooo close to 3k on here!! i’m forever grateful and happy about it thankkk you 💌 during this break so many people discovered mimy’s journal through tiktok and i was genuinely so grateful seeing my work being read by others made me feel incredibly happy and full of gratitude ,the day i reach 3k, i’m planning a little surprise for y’all also… i’ll take myself on a cute solo date and eat some yummy luxurious sweets hahaha.

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April Recap 🌸
April felt like the longest month ever not in a bad way, just full. So much happened: the good, the exhausting, the unexpected.
From interviews, traveling, and meeting new people to watching a ton of movies, taking a digital detox, and finally truly spending time with myself. I read articles, stayed offline, and breathed a little deeper. It felt like a reset I didn’t know I needed.

Here are a few lessons I’m taking with me:

• Never buy something just because it’s expensive. Sometimes, the priciest products don’t give you the results you want.

• Keep a minimalist makeup routine your skin will thank you.

• For spring days, go for subtle, light floral or sweet scents. Avoid heavy perfumes when it's hot they just don’t work well in the heat.

• Never ever get a blowout in spring or summer (especially if you have curls!!). I lost my waves after the last blowout and I’m still not over it. Curls and waves are IN.

• You’re capable of way more than you think.
  And most importantly: don’t give up on your goals even the ones that feel impossible. Keep working. You never know how things might shift.

Recent saves

April favs : Perfumes:

1. Mancera Roses Vanille :I really liked this perfume, but honestly, I feel like it’s way better for autumn and winter.It’s a bit too heavy for hot days. It literally smells like Turkish delights that exact sugary-rose scent with a little hint of coffee too. Super cozy, a bit indulgent, like dessert in a bottle.

2. Sì by Armani : I don’t know why I always come back to this perfume in April, specifically. It has such a soft floral vibe, so subtle yet so addicting. I adore it sm.

   Burberry Her : of course, the chic vanilla fragrance. Still waiting to find the one for May though I want something different and new.

   I wanted to smell new perfumes at the airport last time, but I was so tired. I did catch a whiff of Kayali Vanilla Candy Rock Sugar though, and omg…

   

   it smelled absolutely delicious and yummyyy. It’s totally a gourmand girl scent, sweet and dreamy. Also, I really need a hair perfume. Something that makes my hair smell like coconut, raspberry, or vanilla all day. I’ve been eyeing the Yves Rocher ones lately they seem perfect for spring and summer days

   

Movies and series i watched :

This month I felt like I watched really good movies and series I’m so happy about it.
And honestly, I think in May I’ll do the same thing I’ll continue watching one movie a day and finish that entire watchlist ahaha. But I’ve been really savoring each movie and enjoying it, and had new hyperfixations on new actors each week haha.

Here’s everything I watched in the month of April my favorites from this month were these:

• The first one is Émilie Muller, it’s a short film. Honestly, she’s my new personality now

• Little Women (the old and new version) — obsessed with everything!! Jo is just like me, I don’t know why but I related a lot to her during the movie.

• Party Girl movie : this gem omg, I loved this movie a lot!! Now I need her closet. I think I’ll rewatch it again, it’s sooo cool.

• The Ramen Girl : this is such a cool movie and I enjoyed every second of it, it made me want to eat ramen

• Fools Rush In : well this movie issssssss soooo gooood, you just need to watch it. I need Salma Hayek’s hair for spring and summer voluminous and gorgeous curls.

• Inventing the Abbotts : watched because of Liv Tyler and I adore it sooo much.

• Indian Summer : finally watched this movie adoreeee

1. little woman 2019 / 2. little woman 1994 / 3. fools rush in / 4. The Scent of Green Papaya / 5. a summer’s tale

For series :

When Life Gives You Tangerines

Loved loved it. Probably the best K-drama of 2025 so far no exaggeration. It had that warm, nostalgic feeling with just the right mix of sweetness and depth.

Crushology 101
Just started it recently and I cannot wait for tomorrow’s episode. It's literally everything I like in a drama ,I’m obsessed already.

Food and sweets:

Let’s take a moment to talk about all the delicious things I had this month — because honestly, food was a highlight. Here’s a cozy little roundup of what I ate in April:

• Creamy vegetable soup comforting, warm, and honestly the kind of meal that hugs you from the inside.

• Homemade butter cookies (sablés)

• Mini coconut tarts

• Eggs with toast : simple but perfect for slow mornings.

• Crêpes every single morning

• Flaky croissants with Nutella and strawberry jam : pure happiness in every bite.

• Lentil soup

• Roasted potatoes and oven-baked chicken with sauce .

• French toast (pain perdu)

• Noodles

• Swiss-style crêpes filled with apricot jam delicate and fruity, new obsession unlocked.

• Raspberry tarts

Okay but not meals, let’s talk sweets , I got this French celebration box filled with all kinds of mini chocolates and I was literally obsessed. I kept going back for the Twix, Milky Way, and Mars those were my top faves.

I think I lost count of how many I ate this month, it’s the kind of sweets you snack on without realizing until the box is almost empty.

Beauty things I loved (and one regret):

• The Kiko gloss in shade 17 has been living in my bag lately. Such a pretty color, super shiny without feeling sticky. Obsessed.

• Just bought this Essence brown eye pencil, and I’m still learning how to use it for a minimal everyday look (aka the effortless, clean aesthetic lol). Fun fact: I also tried it on my lips and?? Kinda cute tbh hahaha.

• The La Roche-Posay hydrating sunscreen is still essential. Non-negotiable. Especially with how hot it’s getting it saves my skin every time.

• Been doing my homemade face mask with turmeric and it’s literally the best thing ever. So calming and hydrating , I also always keep my Avène thermal water spray close (like a gentle hug for the skin) and went back to my good old Nivea cream

Now for the one regret…

• I got the Kérastase hair oil and… ugh. I wish I didn’t. It looks amazing on other people, but for me? Total fail. My hair got way more frizzy, and now every time I look at the bottle, all I can think of is how I could’ve spent that money on cute perfumes or body care stuff or even just samples to try. Lesson learned: not everything that works for others will work for me.

Hyperfixations & Faves

1. Lottie Murphy (Pilates) & Bailey Brown

2. the paris diaries
   substack and youtube channel

3. char
   youtube channel

4. Malissa on YouTube .

5. Emily Muller’s short film

6. Making crêpes daily

7. Taking aesthetic photos : capturing beauty in the small things.

8. Writing in a commonplace book

9. Offline time

I took the plane for the very first time in my life ✈️
I’ve had a phobia of flying since I was a little kid, so this was a huge step out of my comfort zone. Here’s a little diary entry I wrote at 6 PM right when the plane was about to take off… but it didn’t. There was a technical issue with the engine, and we had to return to the airport.

It’s 6 PM. I just did something completely out of my comfort zone. I’m terrified. I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t afraid this is actually my first time on a plane. I can’t breathe, I feel like I’m going to faint. The flight attendant just said there’s a problem with the engine, which makes everything worse for me. I feel both grateful and scared. I never imagined a plane could be this huge… she’s so big.

Then I stopped writing. The flight ended up being delayed for 6 hours, and we had to just keep waiting for the next plane to arrive. During that long wait, I spent most of my time people-watching. I don’t know why but I genuinely enjoyed observing people at the airport that day. I was so annoyed and tired, and I didn’t even want to use my phone , So instead I started spotting different people German guys, Italian, Spanish... so many gorgeous men and that honestly helped me feel better . But the real highlight? The Korean guys. They all looked so handsome it was literally my dream to see one in real life lolllll . I had eye contact with quite a few people and I even ended up talking to a group of girls who were heading to the same destination as me. They were all medical representatives around my age, and talking to them felt so natural and comforting. We just chatted about everything and anything. It was exactly what I needed. Some people told me to email the interviewers to let them know that my flight was delayed and thankfully, they responded and understood the situation. The older people around me were also incredibly supportive they kept checking on me and comforting me. I felt so relieved. Before the second takeoff around 2:30 PM it was extremely hot. I couldn’t breathe properly, and I didn’t want to eat anything because I was scared I might throw up. I only ate a single praline chocolate, and that was it.

Also… I may have had a quick airport crush that day . We had eye contact so many times. He was in business class, and I kept secretly looking for him for comfort whenever I felt anxious. There were only around 40 people so many had canceled and that made me feel even more nervous.

When the plane actually took off, I started crying. My ears felt blocked, I couldn’t breathe and I honestly thought I was about to faint. I kept looking around trying to find that cute guy I later realized he’s from the same city as me. I hope I see him again someday . I still remember him smiling at me while I was talking and laughing... and yeah, I totally caught him doing that.

I cried non-stop during the takeoff. I couldn’t understand what was happening to me. It felt so weird and overwhelming. I kept looking at other people for comfort, and some of them were really sweet they reassured me and told me it was going to be okay. That helped me calm down a bit.

But right after we landed… I threw up. Yep. And the place where the interview was held was 6 km from the airport I didn’t even see that guy again . But still, the whole thing turned into a real experience. When I finally arrived at the higher school for the interview, I met some really cool people and despite all the chaos, it ended up being a good day after all.

Anyway, I’d love to travel again maybe to New York or korea , I still dream about going somewhere far away, though the fear of flying hasn’t disappeared completely. But who knows? Maybe one day I’ll feel totally okay with it.

A day before the flight I was literally deep-diving Pinterest and TikTok for the perfect airport outfit . I saved sooo many cute look ,But guess what?
The next day… I ended up wearing the most basic outfit ever lollll
Still, I looked cute in my own way lol but next time, maybe I’ll actually wear one of those saved outfits.

I hope you all enjoyed this post! I’ll be back with another soon, so stay tuned. A few of you asked me to post more on Substack during the week, and while I’d love to, I realized that taking a break and not posting daily was actually the best for my schedule. I plan to post 2-3 times a month, especially with summer coming up and lots of ideas flowing. Another mutual also asked me to post more on TikTok, and honestly, I’m thinking I’ll be doing that soon too! So stay tuned! See you soon, lovelies. ✨

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