The Liebster Award

Now this is a post I would describe as very 'bloggy'. I made this blog as a kind of therapeutic mechanism (as you can probably tell by my rather argumentative opinion posts!) that would also help with my writing skills alongside my degree. It's also a rather fancy thing to put on your CV, I mean blogging can pretty much be a part-time job. So it is always pretty strange to me that there are hundreds of you reading my blog and associating me in the actual blogging world. I just think it's just me, myself and I. Instead of talking about something or someone else, this post is all about me! My friend Ellie from amourellie.blogspot.co.uk  nominated me for something called the Liebster Award (thanks!)- a blogging award that acknowledges new bloggers in the blogosphere. I have to answer the 11 questions Ellie has kindly given me and then nominate my favourite blogs that have less than 200 followers with my own questions. Suppose it's a good opportunity to know me a little better...

1) What inspired you to start blogging?

My obsession with other peoples blogs. I believe there is nothing better than reading the honest opinion of like-minded people before you buy something. 

2) What is the best meal you have ever had?

I can't say I have had one particular meal that has stood out to me as being the BEST. I did have a pretty good roast dinner last year in halls that was cooked by my housemate who is a culinary student. I think it was the blessing of a proper dinner cooked by a semi-professional chef that made it amazing. 

3) Where is your favourite place in the world?

New York. It is just amazing. It is my life ambition to live there one day. That or Disneyworld in Florida, I fit in there pretty well...

4) Which celebrity would you most like to have for dinner?

I can't pick one! If I was to have a dinner party then the guestlist would include Ellen DeGeneres, Alan Carr, Julie Andrews, Walt Disney, and David Beckham. David Beckham for obvious reasons...

5) What is your favourite thing about blogging?

The chance to just freely write about things I love. There are no rules, only your own. I just love writing about anything that takes my fancy and then reading other peoples reviews for similar products. 

6) Go out partying or cosy night in?

I do love both but if I had to pick it would be a cosy night in. Sometimes wearing no make up, eating loads of food, and watching trashy TV is just bliss. 

7) What are your goals for 2015?

To get a good grade for second year, to get the placement which I love, and to just have a good time with it all. Stressing out about things is just so not worth it!

8) What is your favourite type of post to write? Why?

Recently I am loving the foodie ones. Recipes are pretty fun to write and to do as well. It is also a good excuse to eat and procrastibake. 

9) What job did you want when you were little?

Every job under the sun. I remember the main ones being a teacher, a ballerina, and a paramedic. I also wanted to be a nutritionist which I suppose I would still love to be but science is just not my strong point. 

10) What is your worst habit?

Cleaning as a form of procrastination. I tell myself that I am being productive which realistically, I'm not. 

11) What has been your biggest achievement?

I'll say my ski season. It was the most tiring, testing, and challenging thing I have ever had to endure but I survived with no broken bones or any other extreme disasters. It was the best time of my life. I look back on it now and wonder how on earth I managed to cook 4-course meals, 6 days a week on 4 hours sleep and still manage to have so much fun. 

My questions for my nominees:

1) What made you pick your blog's name?

2) If you had to use one brand of make up for the rest of your life, which one would you pick?

3) Are there any new topics you want to do blog about soon that you may not have tried before?

4) What 3 items would you take if you were stranded on an island?

5) If you had to shop at one shop for the rest of your life, which one would you pick?

6) What is your most played song on your iTunes?

7) Heels or flats?

8) What is your earliest memory?

9) Where do you see yourself in the next 5 years?

10) Post your favourite photo. 

11) If you could go back in time, where would you go?

My nominees are my friends- and some of them haven't blogged in a while so hey, here's an excuse ;) haha. 

heythisisgee | l'amourdecaitlin | lisschareleen | wordsfromrosie

The Kavos GoPro Video...

As promised in my previous post, here is the Kavos music video Ruby and I made on holiday. Videos like these make me so nostalgic (I want to go back!) For other videos I've made like these, check out my YouTube channel. All footage for this video was shot on a GoPro Hero3. Enjoy!

x

My 20th: Birthday Haul...

I have finally turned 20 and therefore entered another decade. I don't like this getting older stuff! I feel like now I'm not a teenager I can't get away with the teenage excuses like being hormonal and young. Better start acting more like an adult. Oh god.

On my birthday, I went to Thorpe Park with my 3 best friends as we hadn't been since we left school 4 years ago. I thought there was no better way saying goodbye to childhood than acting like a child for the day. It was such a nice day with the sun deciding to show it's face so everything just fell into place. We packed the car up with loads of yummy food and had a long day out in the fresh air, catching up and laughing at how wet we got on the water rides. We all work pretty much full-time so times like these are always the best. However, all that fun made us so tired. We all couldn't keep our eyes open on the way back- apart from Ruby who was driving us (that could've ended badly). Tired and exhausted with sunburnt noses, we came back to mine to have spaghetti bolognese, prosecco, and cake. It was literally one of the best birthdays- bring on 21!

As far as birthday present go, I DID SO GOOD. Thank you to my family and friends for all my presents- I couldn't be any more lucky if I tried! I've decided to document them on here so I can look back next year and remember what I got as I always tend to forget (not that I'm ungrateful or anything, but my memory isn't top notch). Despite being 20, I still get up early on my birthday as I get so excited about opening presents. I also want my birthday to last a long time! Why waste the day?! It only comes round once a year...

Starting top-left: 

Si Giorgio Armani Perfume- this smells incredible. It's such a clean and fresh smell, and is girly enough without being so overwhelmed with the smell of flowers haha. 

Urban Decay Naked 2 Palette- Just jumping on the naked palette bandwagon like everyone else. I already have the naked 3 and this palette has some gorgeous gold and brown shimmers. After all, you can never have too much choice…

Korres Blush in Peach- this is so pretty, especially for the summer as it doubles up as a bronzer.

Urban Outfitters Elderflower and Champagne Candle- I am obsessed with nice smelling things at the moment. Count this as the beginning of my collection. My friends who bought me this said that if I was a candle, I would be this one. Hmm…

Babyliss Curling Wand Pro- I am yet to try this out, but with my hair being longer, I can't wait to experiment a bit with my hair.

Next Tahiti Home Diffuser and M&S Cherry Blossom Diffuser- As I said, more items to feed my scent obsession. These smell incredible. I'm glad I got two because I can have one in my room at home and save one for uni. 

Left to right:

Topshop Black backpack- I really wanted one of these to wear to uni next year as they are so practical. I love how practicality is becoming more important in fashion! This will just go with everything. Versatility is key!

Asos Anchor Rain Mac- This is also for uni, as my house next year is probably a bike ride away and I don't fancy turning up drenched to my lectures. Another practical yet fashionable item. (Also, notice my striped t-shirt? It was unintentional but I love how it fits the nautical theme haha). 

Starting at the top:

Maybelline Super Stay 14-hour Lipstick in Always Plum 260 (bottom) and Topshop Matte Lipstick in Inhibition (top)- I got the Maybelline one from my sister and after wearing it today- I love it. It stays on so well and I love the colour. I would describe it as a dusty purpley pink. The other lipstick is from my parents and it's so me. So parent points for that. 

GoPro Hero3 White Edition- This was the main present from my parents. I'm so excited to use it! It is literally the most versatile camera for both photos and video. Now I just need to  organise fun days out or book a ski holiday so I can use it to its full potential!

Zara Statement Necklace- My best friend did gooood. I needed a good statement necklace and this does more than the job- I mean, just look at the colours! 

I did get some odd bits like underwear, other toiletries, and wine but you don't need to see that! I'm so grateful for everything and I'm just glad to have caught my friends up so we can start our roaring twenties. Thank you thank you thank you!

Share your best birthday presents and days in the comments!