So recently my hair has been feeling a little sorrowful. I swear sometimes I can hear it weep a little!
'Help me Laura, save us!' my hair cries to me! And help it I shall. I've been desperate to find news ways of bringing life and thick, fullness back to my hair, and it often feels dry and brittle with plenty of split ends. It seems that even when you don't use heat or put you hair in crazy styles, split ends still occur.

So this week and last have been very stressful. Having a new puppy is like having a baby (I imagine), except much more hairy. He gets us up at night, and it takes hours of playing with him to tire him out. Then when he falls asleep we can finally relax, yet he's so cute that when he's asleep we can't wait for him to wake up! He's at the teething stage at the moment, meaning he likes to chew on anything, and currently he has a taste for arms and legs. I cannot count the amount of marks I have on my arms from him scratching or nibbling me! The thing is he is just playing and unfortunately we just have to accept that he will be a bit nibbly for a while. However this period will soon stop and we'll be able to cuddle him without the fear of his needle sharp teeth.

This morning he was rather crazy, going hyper and trying to climb the stairs. We've started putting the radio on in the kitchen, tuned to Classic FM, which he seems to enjoy. Now I feel exhausted. I am very much in need of a night out. So later on this evening I am visiting my friend to check out her new flat and have some wine and watch some scary films. A proper girls night in, which is just what I need. It's strange being home for summer. Back at University I of course saw friends every day because I lived with them, so being back home is odd, because if my family are all working I only have myself and Marvel's company!

My holiday so far seems to have consisted of me becoming obsessed with MTV, specifically the show 'Catfish: The TV Show'. I'm hooked what can I say! It's got me thinking how crazy the world is, and how people aren't always what they say, and also that even people you know may have secrets or things about themselves that they hide. A random thought to add to this blog, but there hasn't been much structure to this post so I thought I'd mention it. I've been finding blogging extremely hard since being back- I had so many plans for this blog, and I am yet to have the chance to write them! Having a puppy has definitely made it harder to blog, what with him trying to chew through my cables! Nevertheless I'm powering through. I've got some really cool ideas for blog posts soon, so please bear with and let me know of any blogs or vlogs you'd like me to do!

Speak soon X
Laura

So I recently was given the opportunity to receive some make up from Younique. Younique is a fabulous make up brand that is yet to take off in England. I feel so privileged to be one of the first to try out these lovely products!
https://www.youniqueproducts.com/

I know from personal experience that finding the right make up brand can be a tricky and rather tedious task at times. Sometimes a product from one brand works and another doesn't and we end up with a wide range of products from various brands. So when I was contacted by one of Younique's presenters, I was extremely excited to try out some great new make up!

First of all I would like to say, that a lot of the make up reviews I have previously done have been more aimed towards students and budgeting, however I feel as though Younique products are aimed more at people who perhaps earn money or like to spend a little more money, as the products are a bit more pricey- perhaps a lovely gift or when you fancy treating yourself- Younique is perfect for when you fancy splurging a little! I think it is also important to remember that sometimes it is worth spending a little more money on a product that you'll wear all the time and gives you fantastic results. I know that I have often opted for the cheaper make ups rather than choosing a more pricey one, and have been disappointed with its poor results. When I have spent more on make up it has always given me better results and I never feel as though it is money wasted.

As I was kindly given a lot of samples, I figured the best way to do this review well, would be to do it in separate parts. So Part 1 will be on skin products! And I'll be uploading that very soon so stay tuned!!

5.) Come Fly With Me

8.) An Idiot Abroad

So I've been extremely stressed recently, and have struggled to find time and topics to blog about. Because the rest of my family have to work, I have been 'chief puppy looker afterer', which means even less time to blog. I love my little scamp, but I've been exhausted. So instead of a long written post I thought another inspirational post would be better. So I've picked some really motivational quotes to help get you through the day- and me!

      Of course I broke up for my 'summer' holidays on the 31st May, and I don't return to University until September. So there is a lot of time for me to try new things this holiday. So I thought 'why not blog about it?' and blog about it I shall!



1.) First of all, and this is a task I've been telling myself I'll do for years now and that is getting fitter. I'm not THAT unfit, but I'd love to tone up a little around the belly section. Don't get me wrong, I have learnt to love my body, and everyone else should too. But if you fancy getting in better shape, toning up or exercising for fun, summer is the perfect time to do so! I started the 30 Day Abs Challenge, and managed the first 5 days, but with the arrival of our new pup Marvel, every free bit of time I have, I prefer to lounge on the sofa! However seeing as I have about 3 months away from University, I have more than enough time to make a better schedule. Maybe do some yoga on the Wii Fit!


2.) Last year for Christmas I was given the
wonderful gift of a Great British Bake Off recipe book- marvellous! So this summer I want to try out some of the lush recipes I have found in there. Perhaps i'll start off with a simple recipe of a baguette, then later become a baking genius and equal Paul Hollywood's and Mary Berry's cooking skills- although let's face it, that probably isn't going to happen. When I was in year 7, we were baking pastries and I designed what I called 'Cheese and Onion Cones' which basically were what they sound like. However I ended up having to rename and redesign them into 'Cheese and Onion Slugs'. They don't sound great but to be honest the tasted great!


3.) My hair has been growing out now for a long time, and it's finally fairly long. However I really want it longer. For some reason my hair is rather thin and dry and gets split ends rather quickly, despite the fact I tend to stay away from heat stylers! So maybe I'll find some magical and majestic fruit that makes your hair grow longer and stronger, but if that fails I really want to try some different products and if anyone knows any ways to make hair grow I'll take them! Long hair is great in summer, sometimes it can be quite hot, but having lushess long beachy curls is one of many dreams of mine!

4.) Being spontaneous is something I've always wanted to be. You know, like the kind of person who just takes off with a backpack and goes travelling or on little journeys to the countryside, trekking over hills and photographing the wildlife. I feel as though in life a lot of us hold back sometimes if we don't know the full details- which to be honest is safer! However I think it has lead me to over think things. Sometimes the best days and nights come from the spontaneous decisions we make. This also comes along with trying to be happier. Summer if a great time to be happy. The sunshine provides so much Vitamin D (probably less in England haha) that it's hard not to want to smile.

5.) I actually have a Diploma in photography and last summer I took some lovely wildlife photos, and spent time going to lovely places in order to take them. I loved being able to capture a single moment. So this summer I want to put my Diploma to some use and get snapping. If and when this happens I will upload them to here for you all to see!

What new things will you all be trying this summer?
See you Thursday! Keep day dreaming and be strong! X

So I thought I had better do another little life snippet, to update you all on what's been happening in my life recently. I never know how interesting these posts are for you, but I also know that it's quite relaxing sometimes to have something less stressful to read (I realise I say something like this in every post).


So I recently hit the 4000 views mark on my blog, which to outsiders doesn't seem very much at all, but to me I think that's a great start. That fact my little blog has been looked at and read 4000 times makes me very happy! Of course it'd be fantastic to see those figures rising more and more,but so far I do genuinely see it as an achievement, and my blog has become something I am very proud of.

I may not be the best writer in the world, or the best blogger, but I do have a passion for what I do. I love to be able to make someone happy through my words, or to inspire someone through just writing something.

I was very down recently because I did not get the grades I had hoped for in some of my assignments at University, which when you are studying Writing, is very disheartening when you have such a passion for blogging. However, sometimes I think 'what do they know'? I love what I do and have received such positive feedback so I am going to just continue doing what I love. What do grades mean anyway? Nobody is the same so how can you mark writing when there isn't a right or wrong answer! I, and many others experiencing the same need to be proud of their own work and remember that others are different to you and only you can write what you write!

So I also moved out of my University Halls of Residence which was a very emotional time for me. It didn't help that I was rushed out of it for an inspection- I barely got to say goodbye-( Am I the only one who feels the need to say farewell to rooms?). Anyway, I'm back in Northampton now, and with some very exciting news coming up!

Because I am away from University for 3 months, I will really try my best to be 100% dedicated to blogging. I will also try my best to do as many Vlogs as I can also. Of course I was aiming to do one every Saturday, however sometimes I have found it rather hard, so I will try my best to upload vlogs when I can.

Today has been a beautiful day, and I spent it being in town and at the park with two of my very close University friends (who happen to live near me). We had a little picnic, over looking the lakes and the ducks and we saw a very aggressive swan! It has been a lovely day!

So that's my life at the moment, for you! What have you all been up to? X

So I've taken it upon myself to do the 30 Day Abs Challenge. I spent months last summer being healthy and getting fit, and I lost a bit of weight, and then I went and put it all back on again at University! I don't purposely eat badly, but sometimes its cheaper and being a student means you take what you can get sometimes. I also did do exercise- I walked daily and went jogging every now and again, not to mention having to walk up 5 flights of stairs every time the lift broke. But I saw this 30 Day Abs Challenge online and decided to give it ago. I'll try to fill you in as to how I'm getting on as I progress. I also wanted to start being healthier and cut back on snacks.


So last night I did my first day of the 30 Day Abs Challenge. It was pretty easy but I know it'll get a lot harder. I didn't feel too much of a burn after the first day, but the exercises were simple, simply because you have to warm up and get use to it first! I never realised how unfit I was until I started exercising!

Day 2 was a little harder, but not too much of a burn. I suppose the good thing about this challenge is how gradual it is!

Let me know how you all get on!! I'll try and show photos when I start to notice a difference!


http://30dayfitnesschallenges.com/30-day-abs-challenge/

Happy Sunday to you all! When we're bored, we often are all questioning what to do, and our answers are usually the same- Youtube. Ah yes the wonder that is Youtube. A place of humorous snaps, videos, music and what not. So, I thought I'd share with you my top 5 favourite Youtubers at the moment. And maybe you'll enjoy watching their videos as much as I do!

1.) Sprinkle of Glitter
I only discovered this lovely lady a while ago, but I am in love with her vlogs. She is so down to earth, funny and chatty- all that we ask for in a Youtuber! It's so relaxing to watch her videos and I can relate to them! I often like to put her videos on whilst I'm getting ready or doing my make up!
2.) Jenna Marbles
Now this comedian is extremely well known! Her videos are all hilarious and make me cry with laughter. She also has two gorgeous dogs who accompany her in her videos! I actually linked one of her videos in one of my last posts!
3.) Zoella
Zoella is a lovely English Youtuber, who vlogs about beauty, fashion, tags, and more! She is very down to earth also and again I often put her videos on whilst getting ready or tidying, because they are so easy to listen to!

4.) Lisa Eldridge
Now, this fantastic lady isn't a Youtuber as such, but is a well known make up artist, who does a lot of work with celebrities! She is brilliant at her work and I often use her make up looks as inspiration! She has some of the best make up tutorials on Youtube, because they are so clear and simple! She breaks everything down so well, that it makes you feel like you can easily repeat the tutorial on yourself!

5.) Crunchlins
Now, I may be bias because this wonderful Youtuber happens to be my own flesh and blood. However he is a talented new and upcoming animator who creates wondrous videos! He uploads every 2 weeks! I never understood the hard work put into animations, until now! Excellent!!