25 Facts About Me

Welcome Followers! As you have probably seen form the title, this blog post is focused on me. You may or may not care. Here we go!

1. My full name is Kathryn.
2. I have on brother called tom.
3. I live in the UK in the middle of no where.
4. My favourite colour is turquoise.
5. My favourite number is 10 for no actual reason.
6. My family and I own 1 dog and 2 cats.
7. I am 5 feet 4 inches to be precise.
8. I love shopping.
9. I have size 4 feet which is terrible to buy shoes with.
10. I hate Annoying teachers.
11. I listen to my favourite song so often I end up hating that particular song.
12. I have a problem keeping my room tidy.
13. I love to sun which is a bit of a bummer living in the UK.
14. I watch far too much TV and YouTube videos.
15. Me and a friend once sat outside my house trying to sell rubbish to passing cars so we could buy sweets.
16. I am a One Direction fan.
17. I cried at Marley and Me but laughed at Titanic with my friend.
18. I have braces.
19. When I am older, I want to be a nurse.
20. I love chocolate so much.
21. I hate mushrooms and cheese.
22. I have a fear of snakes.
23. I have a problem with burning my tongue when drinking hot chocolate.
24. I am 1 quarter welsh.
25. I take Christmas to a new level when it comes to decoration and the whole celebration.

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Kate

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Enjoy Today | Motivational Mondays

Welcome followers! After a long and rather pleasant half term in the middle of February, I have just spent 6 hours of my life at school, enduring the nagging voice of some extremely annoying teachers. Of course the fact I was forced to get up 4 hours earlier than the norm this morning was not fun at all. I am surprised I managed to get out of my cosy bed at 7am on a Monday morning. All I can really say is 'WOW'. Getting a bit off track so all I wanted to say was I hope this blog post will brighten up your day. Oh and lets say it is rather fitting to what I just ranted about! Here we go!

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This motivational monday's topic is enjoy today. If you don't understand, I basically mean don't bother worrying about the future and the scary things it may or may not hold but just enjoy the feeling you get from the present. People may interpret this in a slightly different way but overall the thought is mutual. Ask yourself a question, now on the spot without any thinking. What do you get out of worrying about what might happen? 

So, there may be some sort of answer but I believe that you should live by the present and forget about the future. I will give you an example:

You reading this, has the most important exam ever and a lot is depending on it. Instead of worrying what if I fail, think of all the thing you have learnt to get this far.

There are other situations that this can happen in like running a race or an interview for a really good job. Just remember; don't think of the consequences, think of the things you have learnt.

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Kate

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Flappy Bird Addiction

Welcome followers! Ok, so this post is a little bit different to the normal around her but honestly I thought it was a tad too tempting not to, seeing the recent global attraction to ... FLAPPY BIRD! This app has had a lot of unwanted attention which has led to the deleting of the app on apple and android devices app stores by the creator. It is amazing how such  simple game can have such a massive affect on people. There are so many rumours passing around about people committing suicide because of there overwhelming addiction to flappy bird and you don't know what is or isn't true. However today I thought I would share some of my thoughts on the game itself. Here we go!

My Views

I have to admit I do own this app and I do enjoy playing it ever so often. But I still don't understand the extent people go the own this app or just simply to play it. Apparently there are mobiles on eBay selling for huge amounts of money. Strange!

It is kind of fascinating how a colour changing duck attempting to pass through some green pipes is so addictive. It just doesn't make sense.

Now there are similar apps like iron pants and splashy fish which are exactly the same. Amazingly (sarcasm), they are in the top hits lists of app stores. What a surprise!

Lots of you tubers have recently uploaded videos of them getting frustrated whilst playing. It is quite funny honestly! Have a look below!

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Don't want this post to get too boring so I will wrap it up here. Leave a comment below on your experiences!

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Kate

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Balancing Life | Motivational Mondays

Welcome followers! Another motivational mondays, Woohh! One thing I have recently had a reality check about is how to balance your life. Through my eyes, one issue that stands out is organising myself. I struggle to do simple tasks just because I don't have time or I spent to long on my laptop. So I did a tad bit of brain storming and came up with some simple solutions for this. Here we go!

Plan Ahead

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First, I just want to apologise because of the rubbish quality of the photo above. Rant over, lets get started. With my unorganised self, I struggle to find time to do plenty of small or big things so I decided to make a list of tasks I need to complete. I stick my list on the wall so every time i pass that place in the house, I will be reminded. Personally, I find it amazing how such a simple piece of paper can help me become more organised. However, I still get nagged by my mum sometimes.

Relax

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Next, is just relaxing. Having 1 or 2 days (depending on you) a week where you just sit back and don't touch a key on a laptop to type an essay or pick up a pen to answer a homework question. However this is where the 'plan ahead' part comes in. There is no point relaxing on a day where you know you have an exam or 5 essays due in. So plan ahead and write those essays the day before so there is nothing to worry about.

Set Goals

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Finally on my list of solutions is setting goals and assertional targets for yourself. For example (in my case), I will tell to myself, 'I will tidy my bedroom today or I will finish this exam question for tomorrow. One key thing to not however, is these goals have to be realistic. there is no point in setting  targets you cannot achieve.

Well I hope these little tips will help you keep yourself more organised and live a more balanced life. A bit of a spoiler but next post on Wednesday will be my thoughts on a well known app.

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Kate

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How To Cope With Exams?

First of all sorry I didn’t post a motivational mondays this week. I had quite a few essays due in so this topic is quite handy.

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Exams are a stressful time for many. It could be your first you have ever experience or your last. What ever the circumstance may be, one certain fact is it is most definitely not a jolly time. However taunting it may seem, there are a variety of techniques and ways to stop or calm your nerves and unpleasantness. Here we go.

Revision
One fact I have learnt about exams and tests is that revision really does count. How ever much your teach may nag you about the importance of revision, I sadly have to admit that for once she/he is correct. I have learnt this up front and the consequences are not a good thing. So, for your own good, please revise!

Relaxing
There are many types of revision techniques. Some people don’t revise at all, others revise occasionally and others go full speed ahead 24 hours a day. When an exam is in your sites always have a good ratio of revision and relaxing. Every 45 minutes of revision have 45 minutes of relaxing.

Learning Type
It is vital to know your learning type so you can revise in a sufficient way. There are 3 types: Listening, Speaking and Writing.

There we go; just a few tips of how to help you guys revise for the dreading exams.

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Kate

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Travel Experiences | Canada 2013

Welcome followers! I only just started my blog at the beginning of this year (2014), so I never gained the opportunity to share my amazing times I had with the family in Canada. Before the holiday commenced, I honestly was dreading it (not sure why now I have been). Anyway, from what I had been told, it didn't sound like it had the wow factor a holiday should usually provide. So today I will explain how wrong I was. Here we go!

First of all during our holiday, we went on a small cruise for a week down from the mountains of Alaska, USA to the sunny city of Vancouver, Canada. Just to confirm Alaska isn't all ice and snow, it just isn't like the typical American city of sun shine and beaches. It was an amazing sea journey and we managed to visit small towns in the middle of no where taking part in a variety of activities. It was so fun! Even though me and the family were completely isolated in the middle of the ocean we had the choice to do anything of the snippy thing. 

As we ventured our way towards dry land, of course we did bits and pieces like shopping and eating. But the actual main reason for going on holiday to Canada was to witness my cousin getting married! The wedding took place on a beautiful resort, where I met a whole load of strangers I was meant to know but honestly didn't have a clue who they were. I just stood there nodding my head and laughing at any jokes made like I understood them (just to confirm I didn't get the comedy involved in that nights experience). I have to say, that was an amazing time and I am so glad I went.

This is just a small amount of the amazing experiences I had during the Canada holiday last year. Let me know about any of your fantastic times on your holidays.

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Kate

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Shopping Haul | Top Buys

Welcome followers! Last weekend, me and my friend Chloe went shopping in MK (Milton Keynes). That evening after a long day shopping, we decided to share our best purchases with you. The photo editing took ages but it was definitely worth it! Hope you enjoy. Her we go!

Leg Warmers

These are a very nice pair of grey leg warmers that I purchased from New look. They were £4.99 which I think is a reasonable price as they are a good thick wool, incredibly warm and comfy.

Heart Diary

Another of my 'top buys', would have to be this diary. It has a colourful heart pattern on the cover and also dedicates a whole page to each day. It is the perfect size to fit in a handbag and ready for travelling but also no to small to not understand the wording. This was £8.99, which I think is a fair price considering the exceptional quality.

Bird Patterned Pencil Case & Purple Floral Pencil Case

Next is a beautiful pencil case I bought from 'Paperchase'. It is the perfect size for me at school and the cute look is presents is amazing. It cost around £5.50 which I personally think is a good price seeing the good quality and style.

Chloe also bought a pencil case but this one was from WHSmiths. It is a little small than than the bird on but still has a comfortable amount of room to fit the necessary stationary in. 

Floral and Bird Bottle

Another top purchase form paper chase is a new water bottle. I am not sure if the bottle and pencil case were part of the same style but they are both pretty similar. The fact the bottle is mad rout metal shows it will hopefully last for a long time. It cost £6.00 which is either an amazing price or a disappointing price depending how well it lasts for.

Rimmel London Mascara

Finally, Chloe bought a new mascara from boots after hers ran out. She bought the mascara that I wrote a popular review on. Check it out Here! She was really pleased and she recommends it to anyone!

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Kate

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Confidence | Motivational Monday

Just to start, this is my first post in February, Wooooh. But if you want to see my last cost on January favourites click ‘Here’!

Welcome followers! Being a teenager, I have experienced and witnessed low levels over confidence which honestly isn’t very nice. One thing I have learnt is that it is not all about how people look, which is what most people assume, but can vary form person to person. I worry about what people think of me. Honestly I don’t think there is a way to ‘cure’ low self-confidence, but there is definitely a ay to improve your confidence. Here are a few tips on how I make myself feel a bit better.

Talk to someone

First of all, I find talking to your parents, friends or anyone you trust helps forget any worries on your mind. I usually talk about funny stories that have happened in the pat with my friends but you do what you suits yourself. 

Spoil yourself

To get my mind off the subject of confidence issues, I usually treat myself to something luxurious such as a pamper. But the main reason is it takes time from your hands so you don’t have time to think and worry about it.

Explain

Lastly, if none of the above work, just explain you thoughts and emotions to someone you think would understand. 

Hope this blog has been affective.

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Kate

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Monthly Favourites | January 2014

Welcome followers! Now it is edging closer to end of the first month of 2014, January, it is time to share with you some of my favourite make up, music, films, and general stuff. What have you enjoyed this month? Tell me below in the comments. Here we go!

Hot chocolate 

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I have to say January is a very cold month here in the UK so a lovely, warm, comforting drink like a hot chocolate is wonderful. One thing that does top it off is the whipped cream and marshmallows. Can't get better than that. Go try it!

Foundation

During January, I started to regularly wearing foundation. My foundation is really moisturising and isn't to thick so feels really nice on my skin. It also has great coverage of the skin so it last forever! I included in my Everyday Make-up post so go check it out to find out some awesome stuff!

Earrings

On Christmas day, I received plenty of earrings from Santa Claus and during January I have literally struggled to wear all of them. But i have to admit I am a bit addicted about buying them. My collection pretty much tripled in size this month. Let me know if I should do a a blog post on earrings.

Candles

This month I re-decorated my bedroom and one thing I adored was the beautiful smell of candle. Since then my large stash of candles have been lit everyday. It calms be down especially when doing school work.

Friends

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Finally and most importantly my friends have been amazing! Ok, I have to admit we do have some of our strange moments. But thats not the point. I have realised the importance and influence they have on my life.

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Kate

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Never Give Up | Motivational Mondays

Welcome followers! The new school year has started recently here in the UK, and honestly it hasn’t been the greatest of experiences. The whole reality that you must wake up at 6:30 in the morning which makes you even more desperate to sleep in until 10. The fact you have double maths, english and all 3 science doesn’t seem to make it much better. I think we have all experienced it during our life time however you must look towards the future and what you will be hit with; good or  bad. The future is an exciting time so never give up.

It is not only school that you need to dedicate yourself to but life, work and you general health and well-being. You may have had a fall out with your friends but try and get them back. You may have the worst boss imaginable but overcome him/her. You may be suffering from the common cold or a terminal illness but remember what you have been fight for before. There is no point giving up when there is a chance.

This is just a brilliant example of never giving up. When you get hit down pick yourself up!

We all have been in the situation when you feel like you have hit rock bottom then unimaginably fall  even deeper but remember all those other times you have got back up a tried and never gave up on.

The advice I can give you is why give up now after all the fighting you have already done? Think to yourself and ask  yourself that exact question and hopefully it will change you mind.

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Kate

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Everyday Make-Up

Welcome followers! Now school has started and time is running short and a quick and simple make-up routine is vital. Of course your taste in make-up is probably different as at our school is strict when it comes to make-up (this is stating it in a lenient way). The make-up i will show you today is simple but effective. Hope you enjoy! Here we go!

First apply your foundation. BB cream is basically a foundation but is healthy for your skin. So someone like me benefits form this with bad skin. It blends with you skin amazingly and has great coverage but certainly isn't too thick!

As you can probably see, next is concealer. Dab a small amount on any blemishes or spots. I use 'Rimmel Match Perfection' which covers spots easily and blends to your skin before and after a sunny holiday!

Of course, mascara and eyeliner is next. You can do it in either order but it doesn't really matter. I tend to do mascara then eyeliner. My mascara is from 'Rimmel London'. I wrote a review on it so check it out Here. My eyeliner is from 'Barry M' and is liquid in the colour black.

Once that is sorted, you can apply lip gloss or lip stick depending on you. My lipstick is from 'Rimmel London' (again) in the Kate Moss range in the shade 101 - Rossetto. It is a light pink which isn't too obvious. However what I usually do is quickly put some lip gloss or vaseline on for a bit of a shine.

The last stage os my everyday make-up is powder. I always use this to set my make-up (especially for PE) for a lasting effect. This powder comes in many skin shades so will suit everyone.

If you are still reading then I am incredibly impressed as this was quite a long post.

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Kate

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Film Review

Welcome followers! Today I will be talking about some of my most recent film and DVD favourites and explaining each storyline to you! Hopefully you will be able to have a few movie nights with popcorn after reading this post. Here we go!

(Some are suitable for restricted ages. Please asks an adults permission first if you wish to purchase any films.)

Inbetweeners Series

The Plot

The inbetweeners series follows the misguided footsteps of four teenage friends, Will, Simon, Neil and Jay; all portraying a different and definitely unique characters. They try to navigate their ways through sixth form, without getting into too much trouble.

My View

I personally think this is a hilarious comedy seeing the weird and wonderful side of 4 friends. I strongly recommend this series.

21 Jump Street

The Plot
Two rookie cops are assigned to pose a two undercover high school students in a chance to bust a drugs ring. They go through ups and downs risking the case.

My View
21 Jump Street is a comedy/action film showing the stupid side of two adults. If you are into this sort of movies I recommend you check this out.

The Boy In The Striped Pyjamas

The Plot

A bored Bruno, an innocent eight year old, adventures into the woods when he discovers something unknown. He then soon meets a young boy who both quickly become fond of each other.

My View

Set in WWII, ‘the boy in the striped pyjamas’ is a thought provoking and slightly upsetting DVD expressing the reality of events during this horrific time.

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Kate 

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Peer Pressure | Motivational Monday

First of all, I would like to say a humungous thank you as I, earlier today, reached 1000 views. It is a massive mile stone for me seeing I only started to post at the start of January. Now lets crack on!

Welcome followers! Today I wanted to talk about something i have been a victim of; sometimes in a good way or a bad. Peer pressure is an often occurrence, especially in teenagers like me.

Just for you guys who are not sure what peer pressure is, i’ll give a shot at explaining it. Peer pressure is when people continuously and forcefully influence/make you do something you don’t want to do. However, I have to confirm that there is a significant difference between encouraging one and peer pressure.

I thought I might I've you some tips on how to conquer peer pressure. Here we go!

Self-confidence

Making decisions on you own is tough enough, without a group of people influencing your decisions. Improving your self-confidence will give you the confidence to confront your peers and stop yourself from doing whatever it may be. 

Tell someone

One consequence of peer pressure is feeling left out. For example, “you are scared of heights and don't want to go on a rollar coster. After the peer pressure has seized you start t feel left out; seeing your friends having so much fun.” Express your feelings to someone you trust and they will understand.

 Say ‘no’

Peer pressure can easily drag you into something horrific. Learn to say ‘no’. Ok, you may be scared because you don’t ant to be teased but think of what the consequence might have been if you hadn’t said no and went through wit those action. They might be good or bad. But one thing  you must learn is when to say ‘no’.

This post means a lot to me. I hope this helps you understand peer pressure and how to deal with it.

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Kate

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Motivational Mondays

Welcome followers! This is just a quick post explaining that once I hit 1000 views, i will start 'Motivational Mondays'. It will mainly be life advice and how to deal with problems. 
After every 'Motivational Monday' post, please comment below some of your ideas. 
I wrote a blog post on my inspiration which is an example of what you could be expecting. Go check it out Here.

I only need 100 views until tomorrow at 5pm if you guys want a post.

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Kate

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Mascara Review

This review is going to be based on my favourite mascara I have ever bought. The 'Day 2 Night - Glam Eyes' produced my 'Rimmel London' is a mascara with two brushes making it suitable for any eyelashes or various looks. Here we go!

First, is the volume brush suitable for thin but long looking eyelashes but still gives a little length as well. It has great coverage and has last me over a year and still going however it depends how often you use it. 

The second brush is the length brush head for thick but short looking eyelashes. I don't use this as often as I have thin and long eyelashes but I have certainly heard amazing reviews about this.

This mascara gives you a variety of looks demanding on your choice. Applying a vast amount of volume and length is perfect for a night out or party. Using one or the other in a moderate amount gives you a natural and subtle look great for school or work.

You can purchase this 'Rimmel London' mascara in any drugstore shops. I have it in the colour black but I am sure you can buy it in some different colours.

Please comment below your experiences of this mascara. it would be interesting to hear your thoughts. Also let me know if you have any blog requests for my next post.

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Kate

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Music Review

Today, i thought I might share with you some of my thoughts and opinions on some different music; albums and singles. Hopefully, after reading this, you can delve into some new artists and genres. Here we go!

'The Goo Goo Dolls' are a rock band. My favourite single is 'Iris'.

'The Heist' or 'Macklemore and Ryan Lewis' are a hip hop/ rap duet who create a unique type of music. my favourite single is 'Same Love'.

'Rebecca Ferguson' is pop artist. 'I hope' is a very meaningful song and I recommend it.

I tried to do a variety of genres and I hope you have found some new music to listen to this year.

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Kate

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My Inspiration

There are a lot of inspiring people out there, in the big wide world, whether they are alive or dead, famous or not, child or adult; but one thing I have deducted is everyone is an inspiration in their own way. You reading this now could be an inspiration to your little brother or sister or to a million people for hundreds of countries. I personally have more than one inspiration all for different reasons. But today I won’t to share with you one of my most amazing inspirations. This is Nick Vujicic. 

This is Nick and he was brought up in Melbourne, Australia. He was born with no limbs but that didn't stop him living his life. Here is a video about his story.

When I first watched this video, it made me think. There is no point thinking throughout your life what you can't do. Think of all the things you can. However, the one observation from this video is don't judge people by what they look like. 

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Kate

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