Current Playlist #1

Hey there,

What a morning - words can't even begin to describe the emotions that took over today! Music has definitely been essential, especially when revising my socks off in the heat of the summer sun for those crucial exams! I'll admit I have a playlist for absolutely everything from 'singing in the shower' to settling myself off to sleep. Honestly, I'm raving mad about music and all the latest bands, but Glastonbury and Reading are just a dream away...

Luckily, I have no shame when rocking out to my favourite tunes and am not afraid to show off my moves or hit those high notes, wherever I may be! Festival season is fast approaching, so I thought I'd share with you some of my current favourites...

1) Cheerleader - Omi

Hands down this song proudly holds first place in my Summer playlist! Can't say I'm all that fussed about the music video, but it's just so darn catchy!

2) Bills - Lunchmoney Lewis

Love it or lump it - I'm sure everyone is talking about this tune right now! I'm not surprised this tune has slowly grown on me. Infact, I'm almost certain it's a strong family favourite, heavily blasting from our speakers down the motorway!

3) Bad Blood - Taylor Swift

Taylor never fails to impress me - such a talented woman with a powerful voice! If you haven't already seen the music video, (seriously where have you been?!) I highly recommend it - she looks incredible! *pauses for breath* 

4) See You Again - Wiz Khalifa ft. Charlie Puth

For personal reasons, this song holds a lot of meaning and one that is unbelievably close to my heart. I can't help but get emotional every time it plays, but it certainly brings up some beautiful memories!

5) Where Are U Now - Skrillex & Duplo ft Justin Bieber

Who would have thought Justin Bieber and Skrillex would sound so good?! Never been a big fan of either artists, but I couldn't help falling in love with these beats. Definitely a feel good tune for this summer!

I hope you like my choice in music and I can't wait to update you with some new chart-toppers next month!

Bye for now! Xxx

#4 Weekly Favourites

Hey there!


It's the end of yet another busy week and the beginning of another - full of last minute revision at unearthly hours of the morning, a bunch of important exams, a mini shopping haul and the start of a well deserved half term! 

What I've Been Eating

For me, the last 2 months have been spent sat hunched over stacks of loose sheets and textbooks, highlighting key facts, studying hard at my desk under my Pixar style lamp for my AS exams. For most people, this is when the munchies kick in and the consumption of greasy snacks are heavily relied upon. However, somehow I seem to have lost my appetite due to an increased amount of stress. After what seemed like a lifetime of revision and hour long exams, I was itching to fill myself with some tasty food and basically ate my weight in pizza! Pizza is a lifelong friend of mine, a go-to meal when I am in need of a quick snack and a no brainer when choosing what to buy for dinner. It was certainly a well deserved treat and one which I did not regret afterwards!

What I've Been Reading

This week I haven't been all that interested in catching up with any TV shows or films, so I decided to include what I've been reading instead. I am known to be a very slow reader by almost everyone that knows me and have been known to spend months on one book. For a number of weeks now, I've been snuggled up in the evenings thoroughly enjoying reading One Day by David Nicholls before bed. The book focuses on a young woman called Emma and young man called Dexter over a couple of decades. They meet together one day at college graduation, but know that the next day they must go their separate ways. After spending only one day together, they cannot stop thinking about each other and as the years go by, they continue to reminisce on that special feeling they have for one another. The book follows their separate lives and records the thoughts and feelings of the couple on the same day, every year. Twenty years, two people, ONE DAY!

What I've Been Trying

After what's seemed like a lifetime of saving and very little spending, I felt it was necessary that I hit the shops - a direct hit to my bank! Among everything that I bought, my favourite purchase has to be COD: World At War. For as long as I can remember, I've been craving for this game and when I saw it going cheap, I just had to pick it up. Ever since it's been home, I've been hooked - spending endless hours, late into the evening, sat on the edge of my sofa, firing away at the enemy, releasing my stresses and anger!

Bye for now! Xxx

Life Update: Twitter Time!

Hey there!

Goodbye exams and hello social life! After spending the last 2 months revising and stressing for my AS exams, the half term is finally here! Welcoming in the sunshine and a well deserved rest...Finally, I am free from everything school related, (until my last 2 exams,) and can start to enjoy my life. Back to the late night deep conversations, lie ins until midday, pyjama days and just generally allowing myself some 'me time'. That means more time to go shopping, take photos, see friends and blog to my hearts content. So apologies for the lack in uploads recently, but I'm back and bursting with creativity for more blog posts - starting with some news!

No matter how many blog related sites I follow my favourite bloggers on, I still manage to miss their most recent posts, which can become frustrating, especially as I'm a particularly nosy person and hate missing out! So I finally managed to find time to set up a Twitter account for my blog. I thought this would be a great way to update you on new posts, post links to my favourite fashion/beauty sites and anything I find interesting, write quirky quotes that pop in my head and most importantly, to interact with all of you!

If you wish to follow me on Twitter, just click this link to be directed to my page: 

@nessie_here

Bye for now! Xxx

#3 Weekly Favourites

Hey there!

You may remember if you're a regular reader of my blog, that I started this series of posts a while back. However, I never really connected well with it and instantly regretted it as I didn't have anything worth sharing with you that I'd enjoyed during the week. My exams have taken a toll on me recently too and therefore, I haven't really had time to sit down and enjoy my favourite shows or books. 

What I've Been Eating

It's a well known fact that you can't revise successfully without a good stash of goodies to munch on! My trusty companion for this always has to be a huge packet of biscuits to last me the entire exam period. It was a no brainer this year, just had to be Oreos - the famous 'twist it, lick it, dunk it!' For years I had been so tempted to try them, but never really had the opportunity. I actually REALLY enjoyed them and they've certainly kept me going. They'll definitely be on my shopping list next year! 

What I've Been Watching

After a week of crazy revision and a bunch of important exams, I treated myself to a well deserved rest and a movie marathon on the sofa. I managed to watch 3 much-loved movies in this time, which I will share with you! Kung Fu Panda 2 was my go-to movie. I'm not usually a big fan of movies involving violence and fighting, but you just can't resist this one! I'm a huge fan of animated films and love the creativity that goes into making them. I like to wind down with a film that doesn't involve a lot of thinking and this was definitely a good pick! Next was Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang! After watching the first movie, a couple of years back, I was tempted to see the sequel. It had me in fits of giggles at times and overall it was a good movie to relax to! Finally, I watched Forrest Gump! I've been meaning to watch this after years of constant quotes and references by my friends and I finally got the opportunity. This was one of my favourites, which also had me laughing. It's hard not not get attached to Forrest - a down to earth guy, with a big heart and lot of love. To summarize - 'Life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you're gonna get!'

What I've Been Trying

A couple of days ago, I received in the post a free sample of RESCUE Pastilles. These little gems are designed to sooth any worries or stresses you may have during the day. They help you to remain calm and set your mind and tummy at ease. I'd say I am definitely a worrier and often get stressed about the most ridiculous things - over thinking doesn't help either. When I received them I was thrilled, they couldn't have come at a more convenient time. With my exams starting the next day, I was in desperate need of them and was eager to use them! After trying these out, I would definitely recommend these to anyone, who like me, panics themselves with worry and stress over the simplest of things. They worked for me and hopefully, will work for you too!  

Bye for now! Xxx

Life Update: Back to Reality

Hey there!

Easter has always been a busy holiday for me - so much to do in so little time, but somehow I still manage to cram it all in. People to see, places to visit and chocolate to be eaten, there's never a dull moment! There's been some ups and downs along the way, but nothing a glass of wine can't sort out! I was lucky enough to receive a few Easter treats this holiday including: a bottle of champagne, a supportive friend, 4 Easter eggs and a deserved trip to London, (which can be viewed here.) 

Unfortunately, the Easter break has finally come to an end meaning no more late nights and sleeping in, no more back-to-back episodes from my favourite TV series and no more socialising! Most importantly, no frequent blog posts! Somehow in the space of a few weeks, I'm going to become extremely motivated, if I have even a slight chance of passing these upcoming exams, and find a constant supply of coffee. It's finally time to face reality and kick it's ass! Back to everything school-related - cramming in revision notes, making flash cards, knuckling down to a tough term! There's no denying that I'm terrified of these life-changing exams and that my anxiety has flared up to an uncontrollable level. Sadly, my blog may suffer as a result of this, when my life takes over!

Wish me luck! Xxx