HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Hers's wishing everyone a happy new year, lets hope 2013 makes for a better year than this one! Everyone stay safe and have fun tonight!

I have done my makeup for a little house party I'm having later. I used blue, pink and purple and glitter eyeliner to achieve the eyeshadow look. Just make sure you blend them all together! I used a rimmel kohl black eyeliner to frame the eyes and added a little wing to gives my eyes more length. Then I used some Girls Aloud lashes, Nicola's are my favourite. Then just do your foundation as usual and add some shimmer to the cheeks for that extra shine.

Sorry about my hair its a bit of a mess I haven't done it yet :)

Till next year!

heather

xoxo

Nails!

Before I forget I will upload this now, my sister re did my glitter acrylics on my toes and did my thumb as all the paint came off it! I also got her plastic bows for Christmas that she can use on acrylics so here they are xoxo.

Till next time

heather

xoxo

Review Friday: Pitch Perfect

Starring: Anna Kendrick, Skylar Astin, Ben Platt, Brittany Snow, Anna Camp, Rebel Wilson

Plot: The Barden Bellas are an all-girls a cappella singing group but after a disastrous performance last year they need to regroup. Beca (Kendrick) is one of the new recruits, an aspiring DJ with no interest in the college life. She try's her best to inject new life and give the Bellas a new sound in order to beat their all male rival group.

Rating: PG-13

My Thoughts: After seeing the trailer I pretty much thought this was going to be kind of a glee movie, don't get me wrong I love Glee I just didn't think I would warm to these characters as I have to my much loved TV show. Well let me tell you how wrong I was, yes they sing and are in a competition but this film gives a different vibe so even those Glee haters would love it. Kendrick plays the main character Beca and after seeing her in 50/50 I knew she would hold this role well. She has great chemistry with the male lead Jesse (Astin) and you could really believe that this could be the start of any new relationship.
Other than the two leads I loved Anna Camp as the bitchy leader, I loved her in True Blood and she is perfect for this role. Rebel Wilson however steals even scene she is in and she really makes the movie, there are many laugh out loud moments and everything she says is perfect.
If you love Bridesmaids and Mean Girls you will love this. Even guys will love this! The music choices are really good and make this movie feel more grown up than Glee or High School Musical type things. If you want a laugh this is the film for you. It won't win Oscars or any big awards this season but it will leave you smiling and quoting many of Rebel Wilson's lines.

Fun

4/5

Till next time
heather
xoxo

PS. Sorry this is late my posts will be back on time by next week its just this month has been crazy! I'm going to wait until I get a tripod to do makeup tutorials.
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Wednesday Update: Christmas!!!

Hello everyone this is just going to be a quick update with what I have been doing in the last week, its been very busy!!
So last Thursday I finished all my shopping with my sister in Birkenhead, Wirral which was ok but it was so busy. Then I just spent the afternoon wrapping presents and making party bags for my friends for Saturday. On Friday I went round to my aunties to help her wrap, which took forever as she bought loads but it was fun. Me and my mum stayed for a Chinese as well.
Saturday was a busy one also, we got up really early and went to Asda (Walmart) to get some pizzas and we ended up getting an early present, I picked a mans sweatshirt from Next that I love and its so big and comfy. I will post a picture of everything I got on Friday. We went to Frankie and Benny's for a lovely breakfast, I had an egg and bacon muffin which I highly recommend.
My friends then came round and my sister did some nail designs on a few of them, we basically just chatted, caught up, ate and had fun. I missed them all a lot!
Sunday was me just catching up on sleep! Monday me and my sister went with my dad, his wife and daughter to my Nan's where some of the family were, and we all gave each other presents and just spent time chatting.
CHRISTMAS DAY! I got up around 8 ish and went downstairs with my mum and sister, we drank tea and opened presents!! I got :

• curling wand
• one direction take me home album
• ted
• the dark knight rises
• terry's chocolate orange
• earrings
• chelsea boots
• big army jacket
• hat
• smellies

• bath stuff
• hair stuff
• purse
• perfume
• money
• Ian Somerhalder calender
• makeup

Then we went round the corner to my Nan and Grandad's and had dinner which was lovely, my auntie, uncle and cousin were also there. Then we just chilled out because we were stuffed! Me and my mum went to my other auntie and uncle's later on and we gave each other presents I then got some makeup, smellies, hairband, gloves, cookies, top, earrings, jewelry box, nail file and a bracelet  We then ate even more and drank bucks fizz and basically had a really good time, I didn't end up going to bed until 5am! I was so shattered as we had to leave at 10am and when I got home I only intended to go to bed for an hour but crashed out and missed going back to my Nan's for her anniversary buffet, opps!
Christmas has been fun soon it will be New Year, gosh its gone so fast! I think my auntie and uncle are coming to ours for that. Sorry I didn't manage to do the makeup tutorial I was so busy I only had a subtle smoky eye and some new lashes on.
New movie review will be up Friday though!! Comment for suggestions!
Hope you all had a great Christmas and have eaten as much as me haha, tell me what you got!

Till next time
heather
xoxo

Review Friday: The Rules of Attraction

Starring: James Van Der Beek, Ian Somerhalder, Shannyn Sossamon, Jessica Biel, Jay Baruchel

Plot: From the writer Bret Easton Ellis (American Psycho) comes a story of Patrick Bateman's younger brother Sean as he attends Camden College. It is about a unusual love triangle between a drug dealer, a virgin and a bisexual student.

Rating: 18/R

My Thoughts:
                       This film is hard one to explain on paper/word because you really have to see it to get what its about. Their are so many interlocking moments between all the characters that it really puts into perspective that everyone has a story to tell. Sean (Van Der Beek) is a womanizer and sleeps with god knows how many different women when he meets Lauren (Sossamon) who he wants but can't have because she is saving herself for Victor, who is back-packing across Europe. Instead he goes for Lauren's room mate Lara (Biel), whereas Paul (Somerhalder) who used to go out with Lauren is lusting after Sean who is incredibly uninterested in him.
We see the lives of these individuals and the misery they go through in a realistic way. Other teenage sex related films are so cheesy and clique and you know how the story is going to be played out and then the ending is so bad that everyone lives happily ever after. This film is very original and dark, there are moments where you laugh out loud even when you know your not supposed to. There is one scene which is so brilliant its become one of my favourite scenes in film of all time, it is so funny, props to Somerhalder and Russell Sams who plays Richard (and who I might say steals the film).

There is nothing stereotypical about this film, some bits are odd, like the whole reverse footage at the start of the film and Victors back-packing journey, but that's what makes this film so great. I wasn't expecting to like this film but I now love it and will defiantly be adding it to my collection.

Refreshing

4/5

Till next time

heather

xoxo

Ps. I'm sorry this is so late up, the past few days have been so busy getting the last of presents and seeing my friends. I will do better next week.

Wednesday Update: Birthday/Food/Presents

Hello people so not much happened last week from Wednesday to Friday except we were so poor that we didn't have any money to buy something to eat so we had to scrounge for food in our cupboards which wasn't fun! So basically all I did was talk and think about food which made me more hungry! Typical!

Saturday my sister did glitter acrylics on my toenails with a few gems, here is a pic:

Also on Saturday me and my sister went out for my dad's birthday to Frankie and Benny's which was good as we haven't seen each other in a while and actually sat down and talked. His wife and daughter came as well, it was good to see them. I also got my dad this amazing apron from Amazon, he loved it!! And we got him a card from Moonpig with old pics of us and him on it which he really liked as well! So overall a success!

My Dad with his Birthday Present, blood is on it further down (Knife not included):

Sunday was so boring it dragged on!!! I finished wrapping my sister's presents that was it! Monday and Tuesday was pretty much the same, I was so tired as I haven't been getting much sleep so I was a zombie those days, all I did was clean.

Today was productive though I helped my sister with her designs for college as their is a competition coming up, so we talked through the designs and then I did 10 and she did 10! The 10 she got me to do was all glitter and gems, I really liked how they came out!

The week I've got coming up included visiting my Nan for Christmas Eve, seeing my friends on Saturday and finishing my Christmas shopping tomorrow (finally)!!!!!! 

So I will write Friday for my movie review, give me any suggestions for movies you think I will like!!!

Till next time

heather

xoxo

P.s. Happy Birthday Dad!

100 Questions No One Ever Asks Tag

My sister tagged me in this so here it goes :)

The Questions:

1:Do you sleep with your closet doors open or closed? I don't have a closet.

2:Do you take the shampoos and conditioner bottles from hotel? Yes, who doesn't!

3:Do you sleep with your sheets tucked in or out? Out.

4:Have you ever stolen a street sign before? No I don't see the point.

5:Do you like to use post-it notes? No I don't like sticky things and they always don't stay where you put them.

6:Do you cut out coupons but then never use them? Sometimes if its for makeup.

7:Would you rather be attacked by a big bear or a swarm of a bees? A bear, bees would be horrible I saw the shit that went down in The Hunger Games.

8:Do you have freckles? No I don't think so.

9:Do you always smile for pictures? Yes I have to I have an overbite :(

10:What is your biggest pet peeve? People leaving plasters on the floor or the wrappers ergh!

11:Do you ever count your steps when you walk? Sometimes, depends what I'm doing.

12:Have you ever peed in the woods? No I couldn't.

13:What about pooped in the woods? No that's disgusting.

14:Do you ever dance even if there's no music playing? All the time, I dance and sing around my house.

15:Do you chew your pens and pencils? Yes especially Biro's.

16:How many people have you slept with this week? No one.

17:What size is your bed? Single I have a tiny room.

18:What is your Song of the week? Ed Sheeran - 'Give me Love'.

19:Is it okay for guys to wear pink? Yes.

20:Do you still watch cartoons? If there isn't anything else on the TV.

21:Whats your least favorite movie? Drive Angry it was crap.

22:Where would you bury hidden treasure if you had some? In my garden.

23:What do you drink with dinner? Coca Cola.

24:What do you dip a chicken nugget in? Tomato sauce.

25:What is your favorite food? Enchiladas or anything with mayonnaise on.

26:What movies could you watch over and over and still love? 21 Jump Street, Love Actually, The Perks of Being A Wallflower.

27:Last person you kissed/kissed you? My Guinea Pig George.

28:Were you ever a boy/girl scout? No.

29:Would you ever strip or pose nude in a magazine? No I'm not that comfortable with my body.

30:When was the last time you wrote a letter to someone on paper? Not that long ago but it was just to vent feelings I didn't send it.

31:Can you change the oil on a car? No.

32:Ever gotten a speeding ticket? Don't drive.

33:Ever ran out of gas? No.

34:Favorite kind of sandwich? Chicken, bacon and stuffing.

35:Best thing to eat for breakfast? Sausage and egg McMuffin.

36:What is your usual bedtime? About 2am.

37:Are you lazy? Yes.

38:When you were a kid, what did you dress up as for Halloween? I never, we weren't allowed. 

39:What is your Chinese astrological sign? Rooster.

40:How many languages can you speak? Just English.

41:Do you have any magazine subscriptions? Nope.

42:Which are better legos or lincoln logs? Lego.

43:Are you stubborn? Yes.

44:Who is better...usher or chris brown? Usher.

45:Ever watch soap operas? Not really I sometimes watch Neighbours.

46:Are you afraid of heights? No.

47:Do you sing in the car? Yes.

48:Do you sing in the shower? Yes.

49:Do you dance in the car? No I get car sick lol.

50:Ever used a gun? No.

51:Last time you got a portrait taken by a photographer? School.

52:Do you think musicals are cheesy? No.

53:Is Christmas stressful? The leading up to it but the day isn't.

54:Ever eat a frog? No.

55:Favorite type of fruit pie? I don't know.

56:Occupations you wanted to be when you were a kid? Hairdresser, Vet.


57:Do you believe in ghosts? Not really.

58:Ever have a Deja-vu feeling? Once or twice.

59:Take a vitamin daily? Nope.

60:Wear slippers? No I love being barefoot.

61:Wear a bath robe? No.

62:What do you wear to bed? Underwear and a large tshirt.

63:First concert? Steps when I was like 8.

64:Asda, tesco or spar? Tesco.

65:Nike or Adidas? Adidas.

66:Skips or Walkers? Skips.

67:Peanuts or Sunflower seeds? Peanuts.

68:Ever hear of the group Tres Bien? Nope.

69:Ever take dance lessons? Nope.

70:Is there a profession you picture your future spouse doing? Something that pays well and we can live happy and comfortably.

71:Can you curl your tongue? Yes.

72:Ever won a spelling bee? Nope.

73:Have you ever cried because you were so happy? Yes.

74:Own any record albums? Nope.

75:Own a record player? Yes.

76:Regularly burn incense? More of a candle person.

77:Ever been in love? No.

78:Who would you like to see in concert? 30STM, Azealia Banks, One Direction.

79:What was the last concert you saw? Usher earlier this year.

80:Hot tea or cold tea? Hot.

81:Tea or coffee? Tea.

82:Sugar or sweetener? Sugar.

83:Can you swim well? Good Enough.

84:Can you hold your breath without holding your nose? No.

85:Are you patient? No.

86:DJ or band, at a wedding? Both :)

87:Ever won a contest? Nope.

88:Ever have plastic surgery? Nope.

89:Which are better black or green olives? Neither.

90:Can you knit or crochet? Neither.

91:Best room for a fireplace? Living room.

92:Do you want to get married? Yes.

93:If married, how long have you been married? N/A

94:Who was your HS crush? A guy in my sisters year.

95:Do you cry and throw a fit until you get your own way? No.

96:Do you have kids? Nope.

97:Do you want kids? Yes two.

98:Whats your favourite colour? Green

99:Do you miss anyone right now? Yes.

100. Something that happened to you in High School? My best friend killed herself.

Till next time
heather
xoxo

Review Friday: Now is Good

Starring: Dakota Fanning, Jeremy Irvine, Olivia Williams, Kaya Scodelario, Paddy Considine

Plot: Tessa (Fanning) is a 17 year old girl who decides to end her treatment for leukemia and compiles a list of things to do before she dies.

Rating: PG-13

My Thoughts: 

                     First of all when I read the plot of this film I already sensed the outcome of the film, spoiler alert - she dies! I normally avoid these types of films e.g. My Sisters Keeper because you just know you will fall in love with the character and the emotions will hit you and you will end up in a flood of tears, all alone watching the end credits roll on. 

This film did exactly that!

 But instead of focusing on when she is going to die you really get sucked into her life and start to even think yourself 'what would I do if I didn't have long left'. That message is key throughout the whole film, the audience whilst trying to overlook Fanning's debatable British accent see the beauty in having special moments to live for. I began willing on Tessa to stay alive longer so she could achieve everything she set out to do. This film really hits you and the chemistry between Fanning and Irvine is so beautiful, their first kiss is perfection, the way he looks at her makes you want to find someone like that. 

The first half of the film you find yourself smiling and falling in love with the characters of Tessa and Adam, the relationship between Tessa's parents are a good dynamic and show a different side with the dad being the strong parent and the mum taking a seat back and not really knowing what to do to help her daughter.

The second half pulls at your heart strings, there is a scene where Tessa is watching her brother play outside, I dare you not to shed a tear, its impossible.

This film is brilliantly acted by everyone involved and even though its not all happy and bouncy it doesn't need to be. Its real, it makes you feel real emotions and really makes you think about the choices in your life.

Beautiful 

4/5

Till next time, leave your suggestions in the comment box for next week.

heather

xoxo

Coming up on my blog!!

Hello people I have decided to plan out what is to come on my blog in the next few weeks because if I don't I always forget to write!

So from now on Fridays will be my movie review days so I will pick a movie old or new to share my thoughts on.
Mondays will be my Makeup tutorial day, so I will take pictures step by step to achieve looks especially for this time of year. When I get more comfortable I might get my camera out and film some.
Wednesdays will be whatever I feel like talking about or what has happened in the past week, sort of an update.
Then I will probably do some tags in days in between if I feel like it.

So tomorrow is Friday so I will upload a movie review for you, leave comments if you have any suggestions.

Till next time
heather
xoxo

The Perks of Being a Wallflower: My Thoughts/Review

I've just finished watching this film for the second time and I'm wiping the tears off my cheek which is a rarity as I never normally cry let alone over a film. I think the thing that got me about this film is that I can relate it to my situations and what I have been through over the past 2 years.

I'm not going to spoil anything for those who haven't seen it but its about Charlie a boy who is just starting high school, trying to find his feet in the world but struggling with his past, his thoughts and feelings. I suppose like me many people love this film because we can relate to the main character but for me its the first time I've watched a film and have been taken aback by the feelings I got from it. As those who know me or have read an entry I did a while ago I suffer with anxiety, which isn't really linked with what goes on in the film but I understand that feeling of not wanting to put your hand up in class and being to shy to get involved in anything at school, hell I never joined a club in my life because I was scared of talking/meeting new people. I hate any situation that is out of my comfort zone, I avoid things i feel uneasy about which I wish I didn't because I miss out on so much.

 My anxiety now makes everything worse than it was in school, I don't just avoid things, I stop everything. I've basically not lived my life for 2 years which is sad because I'm only 19 and I would do anything to be like my friends and go out and have fun. My doctor says I will be living with this for the rest of my life and it's up to me to find the way I'm best at dealing with it. I try not to think of the future or make plans because if I did I would be upset if I couldn't achieve them. It's a weird feeling being told your going to have to deal with something that prevents you from being the best you because you can't see how your situation could change. Your stuck in a rut and you can't possibly see yourself doing anything you want to do because of this crippling fear of the unknown.

I've kind of gone off topic here but what I'm trying to say is Charlie's feelings parallel mine in some way, he says something in the line of how can I be happy and sad at the same time, and I totally get that. He relives in his memory everything that's happened to him and everything he sees, which I have done for a long time. I over think every step I have ever made, god even steps other people have made and I go over them. I still remember things I have said from years ago and say to myself why the hell did you say that when it doesn't matter anymore. I hold onto the past which never lets you feel free and if I'm going to get better I need to let go of everything.

This film is one of my favourites of this year if you haven't seen it you need to, its hard to explain but its worth watching. I think its out on DVD in February maybe I will get it for my birthday but until then I'm going to read the book.

Till next time with hopefully a happier blog :)

heather

xoxo

This or That Tag!

As I have not been doing much lately I decided to do a tag, hopefully this will keep you interested till I do something fun. Enjoy :)

Tag questions:

Make-up:

blush or bronzer: Blush
lip gloss or lipstick: Lipstick
eye liner or mascara: Mascara
foundation or concealer: Concealer
neutral or color eye shadow: Colour
pressed or loose eye shadows: Pressed
brushes or sponges: Brushes

Nails:

OPI or china glaze: OPI
Long or short: Long
Acrylic or natural: Natural
Brights or darks: Darks
Flower or no flower: Flower

Body:

perfume or body splash: Perfume
lotion or body butter: Lotion
body wash or soap: Body Wash
lush or other bath company: The Natural collection I think it's called

Fashion:

jeans or sweat pants: Sweat Pants
long sleeve of short: Short Sleeve
dresses or skirts: Dresses
stripes or plaid: Plaid
flip flops or sandals: Flip Flops
scarves or hats: Hats
studs or dangly earrings: Dangly
necklaces or bracelets: Necklaces
heels or flats: Heels
cowboy boots or riding boots: Riding Boots 
jacket or hoodie: Jacket 

Hair:

curly or straight: Straight
bun or ponytail: Bun
bobby pins or butterfly clips: Bobby Pins
hair spray or gel: Hair Spray
long or short: Short to Mid
light or dark: Dark
side sweep bangs or full bangs: Both
up or down: Up
Random:

Rain or shine: Rain
Summer or winter: Winter
Fall or spring: Fall
Chocolate or vanilla: Chocolate

I hope you liked this, until next time

heather

xoxo

The December Tag

THE QUESTIONS:

1. What do you love most about December? Its Christmas time of course and that's my favourite holiday of the year. The whole month feels so festive, you go anywhere and there are lights, and Christmas decorations galore. I love it.

2. What is your favourite perfume to wear with the holidays? I wear Christina Aguilera's original perfume, it's my all time favourite and its really affordable. The smell is feminine and lasts a while.

3. Which products can't you live without this December? Lipbalm for the cold icy wind and my lips tend to chap and a snuggly coat for going Christmas shopping in.

4. What is your go-to look this month? Winged liner? Red lips? Tell us! I love a good red lip for this season also dark plum is perfect for winter. Smoky eyes are perfect for parties or just simple eyes with a bold lip which is probably what I will be doing this Christmas.

5. What is your most favourite glittery product? It can be anything! My heels from Shue they are a dark blue and just perfect, glitter explosion on my feet :)

6. Show us your favourite ornament from your Christmas Tree! I decorated our smaller tree this year and I love the red flowers even though its not so traditional they just feel so festive and look really classy.

7. Which candy are you going to eat too much of this month? Everything!!! I fill my face this month :) Mainly chocolate.

8. What is your favourite December/Holiday related movie or TV show to watch? Home Alone!! Or Love Actually they are just perfect for this month!

9. What do you really hope Santa has wrapped in a present for you this year? Anything from Tiffany's, but if not that then some DVDs
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10. The Holidays are all about sharing the love, Who do you want to give a shout-out and why? Family and Friends who have been their for me throughout a tough year.