Make Every Day Count

Today I want to cover a serious topic ahead of Christmas. If you saw my tweet last night you may understand why I am writing this.

Recently in the news, there has been so many tragedies where people's loved ones have been taken away from them right before Christmas (which I'm sure most of you have heard about). I can't begin to imagine how it must feel to have someone you love taken away from you at this time of year especially when it is about being with family and loving the people around you.

Yesterday in particular it hit me. Life is unpredictable. You never know what could happen tomorrow and yet we are still selfish and unappreciative of everything. It's not right! I hear people say how much they don't like their parents or a certain family member but why? Why don't you like them?They're still you're family no matter what. They rely on you to pick them up and help them learn through their journey through life. Some people don't have their loved ones to share precious moments with.

I know two people who will both be spending this Christmas without their mothers for the first time. I can't imagine what that must feel like for them. It's not fair. Life's not fair but we must appreciate what we have because tomorrow is another day and everything we know could be ripped from us. I would never wish something like that on anyone because I think this is one of the worst things that could ever happen to us.

I'm sorry to put such a downer on you just a couple of days before Christmas but I feel like this needed to be said. If you don't take anything else from this, please just remember to be grateful and show love to you're family this Christmas and just remember there are people who are struggling from loosing a lost one right this moment and keep those people in you're mind one day (touch wood that it isn't) it could be you.

If you are ever needing to talk to someone about a difficult time then please don't hesitate to tweet me asking for help, message me on Instagram or even leave a comment in this post. I'm always here for you all.

Thank you for reading.

x x x

You're Never Fully Dressed Without A Smile

Hi Everyone!

October is finally upon us! One less month until Christmas *screams excitedly*. However, today I didn't want to talk about festivities, I want to address a subject that effects us all, life. I have wanted to talk about this for a while now but I've never really had the right words to say but I saw Zoella and Sprinkle Of Glitter's video about sadness (link here)  and it's given me the inspiration I needed to write this post. 

Life can be extremely difficult, especially if you are facing a new challenge e.g. a new school, a new family member, difficulty in friendships or at home. Sometimes, these challenges can get us down and feel like there is no way out. However, there is always light at the end of the tunnel, no matter what you think and how bad the situation may seem.

Personally I go through times where I don't feel myself but I don't seem to know the source of my problem. Most of the time, situations of sadness can be solved easily, but sometimes it can lead to things such as depression or anxiety, therefore if the feeling of sadness continues over a long period of time or repeats regularly you must talk to a parent, carer, teacher, therapist etc. and I can't stress this enough. It is better to talk things out that keep it all to yourself. Even if you're not ready to talk to anyone about your problems face to face you could make a list of what is making you unhappy and what makes you happy.

If you are going through a difficult time right now, I promise you it gets better and that there is away out of this unhappy part of your life. Don't forget that if you ever need help or anyone to talk to feel free to contact me somehow (link to contact page here), I'm always here.

Stay strong.

I love you

x x x

Summer Bucket List

Hi Everyone,

As we all know it is officially summer! It is one of my favourite times of year as I just relax and spend precious time with my friends and family. One thing that I've always wanted to do is make a list of things I want to do in my summer holiday. However I've never really had chance to complete one! This year is probably going to be the same as I'm going on holiday for most of my school holidays but I'm going to write one anyway. Here are some of my ideas for a good Summer Bucket List:

1. Go to a water park/theme park

2. Go for a walk not knowing where you're going

3. Go for a day at the beach

4. Create your own smoothie

5. Write a song

6. Have a water fight

7. Make a scrapbook

8. Make a time capsule

9. Play messy Twister

10. Have a movie marathon with your friends

11. Go somewhere new

12. Get a sun tattoo

13. Have a BBQ

14. Do something your not comfortable doing

15. Make a new friend

16. Spend time with your family

17. Read a book

18. Cook dinner for your family

19. Try a new food

20. Make this summer memorable

These are just a few ideas of things to do this summer!

Thank you for reading

I love you

x x x

TMI Tag

Hi Everyone.

I've just realized the lovely Sophie who also has a blog (www.fashionnoveluk.blogspot.co.uk) has tagged me to do the 'TMI Tag' so I've taken this opportunity so people can actually know me a bit more! Here goes nothing. Enjoy!

1. What are you wearing?

Plain black leggings (Peacocks) and a dark blue anchor top (Primark)

2. Ever been in love?

Nope! Never had anyone to be in love with!

3. Ever had a terrible break up?

No

4. How tall are you?

Around 5ft 3inch I think

5. How much do you weigh?

I'm not too sure on that one. I don't tend to weigh myself because it doesn't matter to me!

6. Any tattoos?

None that I'm aware of...

7. Any piercings?

Just my ear lobes but I would love to have my belly button or something done!

8. OTP?

I have so many OTP's! One is Simba and Narla from the Lion King!

9. Favourite Show?

I don't really know! I don't watch much TV but if I do it's mainly Reality TV or Teen Series such as 'The Vampire Diaries'

10. Favourite Bands?

I have 5: One Direction, Little Mix, Union J, The Vamps and 5 Seconds Of Summer

11. Something you miss?

Old friends and not having a care in the world

12. Favourite Song?

At the moment it's probably 'All of Me - John Legend' or 'Don't Stop - 5SOS'. It's constantly changing depending on my mood if I'm honest

13. How old are you?

I'm almost 14! My birthday is on the 11th of July so it's nearly here!

14. Zodiac Sign?

Cancer

15. Qualities you look for in a partner?

Just someone who understands me, is funny and always there. It feels weird to talk about relationships to be honest!

16. Favourite Quote?

So many! Probably 'dance like no one's watching' or 'you can never cross the ocean unless you have the courage to loose sight of the shore'

17. Favourite Actor?

Leonardo Dicaprio, Zac Efron or Will Ferrell

18. Favourite Colour?

Coral or Blue or Mint Green but mainly Coral

19. Loud or Soft Music?

Loud!

20. Where do you go when you're sad?

To my room, to my mum or (this will sound weird) the shower because I find it relaxing and I can think over the situation

21. How long does it take you to shower?

Around 15 minutes. I tend to sing a lot...

22. How long does it take you to get ready in the morning?

Around an hour

23. Ever been in a physical fight?

Noooo!!!

24. Turn On?

Plays an instrument and a good sense of humor

25. Turn Off?

Being big headed or homophobic, racist etc.

26. The reason I joined Blogger.

Sophie (who tagged me to do this) started one and I've always wanted to start one but never had the guts to do it. So one day we decided to make one for me and here I am!

27. Fears?

Spiders, Fire, Snakes and Ghosts

28. Last thing that made you cry?

The Fault In Our Stars

29. Last time you said you love someone?

The other day to my mum, she's the best :)

30. Meaning behind your Blogger name?

Is it bad that there isn't really one? I suppose that this blog is my freedom to share thoughts and I'm wondering if others find their freedom through writing and other similar ways as me

31. Last book you read?

The Fault In Our Stars (I've shed a lot of tears. Congratulations John Green)

32. The book your currently reading?

TFIOS again!

33. The last show you watched?

One Born Every Minute - basically a show about giving birth. I promise it's not as bad as it sounds!

34. Last person you talked to?

My Mum

35. The relationship between you and the last person you texted?

One of my friends - Freya

36. Favourite Food?

Sooooooo difficult! For snacks I would definitely go for Oreos and Nutella

37. Place you want to visit?

America, Australia or Dubai

38. Last place you were?

School

39. Do you have a crush?

Nopeee

40. Last time you kissed someone?

Yesterday and it was my little cousin, Jemma

41. Last time you were insulted?

I can't remember

42. Favourite flavour or sweet?

Vanilla

43. What instruments do you play?

I sing but I'm trying to learn the guitar

44. Favourite piece of jewellery?

A bracelet with a smalll pink star on it

45. Last sport you played?

Dance

46. Last song you sang?

Salute - Little Mix

47. Favourite chat up line?

Don't use them. They're too cheesy for me to use!

48. Have you ever used it?

*sarcasm* Yeah! All the time!

49. Last time you hung out with anyone?

The Weekend - my friend, Megan stayed over

50. Who should answer these questions next?

Everyone who reads this!!

If you read this far thank you so much! I'm not the most interesting person, I know.

Hope to see you (virtually) next time!

I love you

x x x