The Childhood TAG | The 90s, TV, Hobbies and More!

Apparently it's throwback week? Well according to my social media accounts, everyone seems to be changing their profile picture/icons to a picture of them during their childhood. Therefore, I thought what better way to end throwback week than to share with you the Childhood TAG! So today, I shall be throwing it back and chatting to you about my childhood. By all means, feel free to join in by either completing the TAG or leaving any memories down below, I'd love to hear! Now let's get on with the questions... 
Oh also, apologies for the layout of the questions for this post. The picture moved everything about and it won't let me change it for some reason.








1. What year were you born in?

I was born in 1997, so yes I'm a 90s kid but most of my childhood was during the early 00s.




2. When you was a child, what did you want to be?

Oh gosh, this changed so much. First of all I remember really wanting to be a hairdresser. I actually remember sitting my mum on a balcony in Spain, standing on a stool and pretending to cut her hair with my fingers in a scissor motion. The next thing I remember was wanting to be a primary school teacher, then a nail artist and then it reverted back to wanting to be a teacher/work with children and it's stuck that way ever since.




3. Did you have any pets as a child?

Yes! I had a black rabbit called Peter. We had him for a good few years but he had to be put down when I was about 8 as he had a disease contracted from Squirrels. We've never had a pet ever since that, despite all my begging!




4. Did you have an imaginary friend?

Not that I remember. I asked my mum and she said as far as she knows, I didn't. 




5. Did you ever have a special blanket, teddy or other item you couldn't sleep without?

Yes! I had a special blanket. It's actually still on my bed now, though I don't need it to sleep- haha! You know everybody loves the cool side of the pillow/blanket, well this blanket was a certain material which always felt cold so I called it my 'cold blanket'. It actually still comes in handy now when I get too warm throughout the night, haha!




6. Did you like school as a child?

There was always the odd day where I didn't fancy going to school, I'm sure everybody had those days. Apart from that, I loved school! I actually really liked high school aswell! 




7. As a child, was you ever bullied?

Again, not that I can remember. I'm sure every child was picked on now and again as that's just life unfortunately! Though I was never picked on for a long period of time which could've been considered as bullying, thankfully!




8. What TV shows do you remember watching and loving?

So many! During my early childhood I remember loving Teletubbies, Tweenies, Blues Clues and Maggie and the Ferocious Beast. Then I moved on to CBBC and Nickelodeon and loved The Story of Tracy Beaker, Raven, Drake and Josh and many more which I can't remember off the top of my head. I then moved on to the Disney Channel pre-teen/early teen programmes such as That's So Raven, Hannah Montanna and The Suite Life of Zack and Cody. 




9. What was your favourite childhood films?

I loved Shrek, Finding Nemo and the majority of Disney Pixar movies really!




10. Was you a sporty kid?

Definitely not, I dreaded sports day and especially the running races. I always remember coming last! I was more into the dance, craft and gardening clubs- haha! I actually remember really loving Welsh Folk Dancing and went to competitions with my school, though that's not particularly sporty or cool!




11. Any childhood memories you would like to mention...

So many to share, though I wouldn't want to bore you! I particularly remember day trips and adventures throughout the summer with family.

For example, a few times every summer, me and my whole family(I'm talking grandparents, aunties, uncles and cousins) used to head down to a local beach. I remember being really happy and being so excited for the next time, the day was usually ended with a McFlurry from McDonalds on the way home. 

I also remember family holidays, especially those in the UK. There was just nothing better than a week away, jam packed with day trips to the beach, zoos and family theme parks. I'm actually getting slightly emotional just thinking about it, why aren't I still 7?!





That's all of the questions! I hope you enjoyed reading and this brought back many childhood memories! I'd love to hear your memories of your childhood so let me know if you do the TAG or leave them in the comments below! This TAG has got me thinking about all the TV programmes I used to watch as a child so I'd love to hear what you watched.





WHAT WERE YOUR FAVOURITE TV PROGRAMMES AS A CHILD?




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Warm Me Up For Winter TAG | COLLAB!

Please note this is not my photo, I found it here.

Today i'm doing another collab with my lovely friend Jess from Hey It Is Jess! She's somebody I met through Instagram and blogging and we love doing collabs every now and again. Make sure you go check out her post and follow her on bloglovin, here. Today we'll both be completing the Warm Me Up For Winter TAG which I've seen floating around on YouTube quite recently. I love winter so thought why not do this tag!?

What's your favourite hot chocolate?

I'm not a huge lover of hot chocolate anymore, however I recently tried the Galaxy hot chocolate and I love it! Would definitely have to be a favourite this month!

What's your favourite pyjamas, fluffy socks and slippers?

Does this count if I haven't worn them yet? My favourite pyjamas are this Tartan set from Primark- I bought these to wear on Christmas Eve, they're so soft and cosy! You know, because i'm an adult now and have to buy my own Christmas Eve pyjamas- haha! I don't really wear fluffy socks but my favourite slippers are again from Primark and they're memory foam!

Favourite thing about winter?

It's definitely got to be the lead up to Christmas, so exciting!

Favourite winter lip product?

My favourite lip colour would have to be the well loved Rimmel 107, a lovely pinky berry shade thats matte so will last a good while on the lips. In terms of lip care, it'd have to be the bog standard but brilliant Rosy Lips Vaseline.

Favourite winter candle?

I've got two, first would have to be a typical 'winter' scent which is the Yankee Candle Simply Home Sunlight on Snow which is a warming and clean scent. The second would have to be one I picked up from Home Sense which is Pecksniff's Tobacco & White Wood- I know, you might be thinking Tobacco? Ew! It doesn't smell like cigarettes, I promise. It smells like men's aftershave, you know when they've just got ready to go out? Like that, odd that I like it but it smells amazing!

Favourite cosy jumper?

It'd probably have to be this mustard coloured one from H&M, it was only £7.99 and I can't stop wearing it. I don't know if mustard suits me but I like it so i'll wear it! I actually don't own a Christmas jumper shockingly, so I couldn't choose one of those!

Favourite scarf?

I really like this checkered/tartan camel and navy scarf from boohoo.com. I've worn it so much though, it's looking a bit worse for wear! It's huge and so soft, so it's like wearing a blanket all winter!

Top left- Butter Bear
Top right- Father Christmas
Bottom- Dashing Santa

Favourite bath bomb?

Again, i'm not a huge lover of baths- I get so bored and hot in them, i'm out within about 10 minutes! However, I always have one on Christmas Eve with a Lush bath bomb- this year I've chosen the Father Christmas bath bomb as the lady in lush said it fizzes away with amazing colours but also creates a lather/bubbles!

Favourite winter scent?

It's hands down got to be Giorgio Armani Si! I'm down to my last bit and I never want it to end so i'm savoring it. I probably should pop it on my Christmas wish list and hope for it! It's quite a heavy scent, musky and sexy which would be perfect for evenings. However, I love it so much i'll happily wear it during the day time!

What do you like about winter?

Haven't I already answered one similar to this? As I said before, the lead up to Christmas, spending time with family, giving, cosy nights in and snow!

Favourite movie?

My favourite Christmas film would have to be Polar Express, so cute and magical! Sometimes i'm even convinced to believe by the end of it- haha!

Do you like the snow?

Yes! Especially when I was at school, who else listened to the radio/constantly refreshed the news website to find out whether your school was closed? Nothing more exciting than seeing your school on the list, running upstairs to get into warm clothes and head out into the snow! I don't tend to play out in the snow as quite frankly it's too cold but I do love a day off, cosying up in front of the fire!

So there you have it, the Warm Me Up For Winter TAG. Make sure you go and check out the lovely Jess' post here and maybe even go give her a follow on bloglovin! 
I'm not going to tag anybody in particular but if you do this tag then let me know in the comments and i'll be sure to go and check it out.
I hope you've had a lovely week, I may be back on Wednesday- if not, next Sunday!



WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT WINTER?

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30 Beauty Questions | TAG

This week I've been quite busy so unfortunately I haven't had much time to think about or prepare a post for today. However, I didn't want to miss an upload day so I thought i'd take a look some beauty tags and I've chosen this one to share with you today. I'll try to make sure i'm on top form next week, so bare with me guys!

1. DO YOU REMEMBER YOUR FIRST MAKEUP ITEM?

I had to have a good think about this. I believe it was one of those makeup compacts with pink and blue eye shadows from Argos. I think I may still have it somewhere!

2. DESCRIBE YOUR PERFECT MASCARA. HAVE YOU FOUND ONE THAT FITS YOUR SPECIFICATIONS? 

I really like long fluttery lashes, though the mascara must not be too wet nor too dry. I love the Benefit Roller Lash for this!

3. WHAT KIND OF COVERAGE DO YOU PREFER FROM FOUNDATION?

Medium. Something that can be worn as a natural everyday base but also can be built up to a high coverage when needed.

4. FAVOURITE HIGH END BRAND?

I haven't tried that many high end brands so it'd have to be Benefit.

5. WHAT COSMETICS BRANDS HAVE YOU ALWAYS WANTED TO TRY BUT STILL HAVEN'T?

MAC, Urban Decay and Laura Mercier!

6. FAVOURITE DRUGSTORE BRAND?

This was a tough one! It was between Rimmel and L'Oreal. I'd have to say Rimmel as I've tried and loved a lot more products from them!

7. DO YOU WEAR FAKE EYELASHES?

I've only worn individuals once or twice and I loved them! I think I should try them out again, go all fancy for the festive season coming up! Any recommendations?

8. IS THERE ANY KIND OF MAKEUP YOU CANT LEAVE THE HOUSE WITHOUT?

Mascara, I feel that I look more awake and slightly more done up with a quick flick of mascara!

9. WHAT IS YOUR MOST CHERISHED BEAUTY PRODUCT?

I imagine this would usually be a high end product that you love but I don't have any full-sized high end products! I'd have to say L'Oreal True Match Foundation, it has been a solid favourite for over a year now!

10. HOW OFTEN DO YOU SHOP FOR MAKEUP? DO YOU PICK IT UP HERE AND THERE OR GET LOTS OF GOODIES AT ONCE?

I've never actually gone into Boots and done a huge shop. Though, I think I should after Christmas and get a whole load of products for a new year. I pick it up here and there!

11. DO YOU HAVE A BEAUTY BUDGET OR DO YOU SPEND FREELY?

I don't necessarily have a budget, but I do try not to spend too much on beauty products- hence why the majority of them are drugstore!

12. DO YOU UTILISE COUPONS, REWARDS CARDS AND SALES WHEN YOU SHOP FOR COSMETICS?

I pop coupons in my purse and forget about them! I always use my Boots and Superdrug points card and always browse in the sale!

13. WHAT TYPE OF PRODUCT DO YOU BUY THE MOST OF?

Lipsticks, definitely. I've told my mum that I won't buy anymore until after Christmas. Let's see how long this lasts!

14. IS THERE A BRAND YOU ABSOLUTELY CANT STAND?

I had a good think about this and I don't think there is! Miss Sporty reminds me of the time when I used to use cheap makeup from magazines, it didn't look too great but that was probably my fault. But I don't hate Miss Sporty as I've heard they actually have some really affordable and great products.

15. DO YOU AVOID CERTAIN INGREDIENTS IN COSMETICS LIKE PARABENS OR SULFATES?

Of course it's always a bonus if products don't have these but it's rare that I look up the ingredients of products which is really bad. I'm sure i'm not though only one though!

16. DO YOU HAVE A FAVOURITE PLACE TO SHOP FOR MAKEUP?

Boots and Superdrug. I used to love buying makeup from Frangrance Direct online though as they have super affordable makeup. I may just go have a browse now!

17. DO YOU LIKE TRYING NEW SKINCARE PRODUCTS OR DO YOU KEEP A CERTAIN ROUTINE?

I buy new skincare products quite often actually. I love trying new cleansers as i'm yet to find the perfect one for my skin. However, once I start using a product that I like- I do use it for a good while or until it's completely empty so I sort of stick to a routine.

18. FAVOURITE BATH AND BODY BRAND?

Soap and Glory. I've just been lusting over their amazing Christmas gift sets!

19. IF YOU COULD ONLY BUY FROM ONE BRAND, WHICH WOULD YOU CHOOSE?

This may seem a little odd as I've never actually tried anything from them but MAC. MAC just about do everything beauty wise and so many people rave about it!

20. WHAT BRAND DO YOU THINK HAS THE BEST PACKAGING?

Benefits packaging is really pretty!

21. WHICH CELEBRITY ALWAYS HAS GREAT MAKEUP?

I actually have no idea for this one. I only keep upto date with a handful of celebs and I rarely look at their makeup which is odd seeing as I love makeup a lot!

22. DO YOU BELONG TO ANY ONLINE BEAUTY COMMUNITIES?

The Beauty Blogger community, I guess!

23. 5 FAVOURITE BEAUTY GURUS

*Trawls through YouTube Subscriptions*
Amelia Liana
Fleur De Force
Laura Black
Miss Budget Beauty
Vivianna Does Makeup
one more, maybe?
Lily Pebbles

24. DO YOU LIKE MULTI-FUNCTIONAL PRODUCTS LIKE LIP AND CHEEK STAINS?

They're handy, yes! I don't really use lip and cheek stains. I do use an eye shadow on my eyes and as a highlight though!

25. ARE YOU CLUMSY WHEN PUTTING MAKEUP ON?

I'm not the best, I do try though! I have had countless eye makeup disasters which I've had to frantically wipe away and do my standard everyday neutral look!

26. DO YOU USE A MAKEUP BASE/PRIMER FOR THE EYES?

I usually use the remains on my fingers of my face primer and just pat it into my lids. Some people use their concealer too, don't they?

27. HOW MANY HAIR PRODUCTS DO YOU USE ON A TYPICAL DAY?

If i'm washing my hair, 4(shampoo, conditioner, serum and heat protector). If not then 2(heat protector and dry shampoo).

28. WHAT DO YOU APPLY FIRST? CONCEALER OR FOUNDATION?

I used to apply concealer first but I was technically rubbing it off when applying foundation so now, it's always foundation first!

29. DO YOU EVER CONSIDER TAKING MAKEUP CLASSES?

Always! I'd love to learn how to professionally apply makeup. However, there are only a couple near me which either don't have very good reviews or are super expensive!

30. WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT MAKEUP?
I love how much makeup can change the way you look by enhancing your best features. Makeup also changes the way you feel about yourself, you can feel so much more confident and put together with makeup. I love to experiment with makeup, is it sad to say that makeup brings me joy?

I really enjoy reading tags so I hope this one hasn't been too boring!
I'm not going to tag anyone in particular as I know it can be difficult to keep on top of tags you've been tagged to complete. Feel free to do this tag if you please, let me know if you do it and i'll definitely go and check it out!

WHAT HAVE YOU BEEN UP TO THIS WEEK?

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The Versatile Blogger Award | TAG

Recently I was nominated by the lovely Megan from Megan's World to do this TAG, so thank you very much to Megan for nominating me!

Here are a few rules:

1. Thank the person who gave you the award √

2. Include a link to their blog √

3. Nominate 15 blogs/bloggers that you have recently discovered or follow regularly for the award

4. Tell the person who nominated you 7 things about yourself

Ok, so now that they're noted, i'll get on to sharing a little about myself...

1. I am a qualified child practitioner!

2. My most used makeup product would have to be the L'Oreal True Match Foundation. It has a medium to full coverage, it's light and easy to blend but most importantly is the perfect match for my pale skin. A bottle lasts me ages but I've gone through a few! I also did a review on it a little while back, here.

3. I buy too many lip products and always end up using the same few. And I buy way too many dainty necklaces but rarely remember to put one on!

4. I'm currently on some sort of gap year deciding what I want to do with my life, cries!

5. I used to be obsessed with Olly Murs. I still am to a degree and will always support him by purchasing his singles, albums and books and by attending concerts when he comes anywhere near to where I live!

6. I consider 6 as my lucky number even though it never has been remotely lucky for me.

7. I watch a considerable amount of TV, though I never really get hooked on series. I shamefully love Eastenders and the not so shameful Gogglebox- it's bloody hilarious and me and my family seem to think we'd be good on there. Haha!

Again a big thank you to Megan for nominating me, make sure you go check out her blog! 

Now I nominate:

(Also, just a side note: I know it can be a little hectic to keep up with nominations and tags, i'd love to learn more about you guys but if not then thanks for stopping by!)

-Glitter Melody, 

-The Perks 0f Being Emily, 

-Thrifty Vintage Fashion, 

-Chloe Paigee,

-Geraldine's Wonderful World,

-Hannah Porter,

-Perks Of Being Nazia,

-Pink Smarties,

-What Caitie Did,

-Emily's Beauty Thoughts,

and I cannot think of five more so anybody else who'd like to do this, feel free!

If you made it this far, I hope you enjoyed this post and those facts weren't too boring! When asked on the spot it's really hard to think of interesting things to say about yourself! 

What else would you like to see from me?

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The Autumn TAG | Hello Autumn!

I love Autumn, I think it may be my favourite season. Seeing as it's starting to creep in, I'm talking cold, damp mornings, crunchy leaves and rainy evenings. I thought what better way to note my first Autumn post this year than with an Autumn TAG- I wasn't tagged to do this but I love participating in TAGs every now and then!

Favourite thing about Autumn?

It's got go be cosy nights in with the fire on, whilst binge watching films or catching up on TV programmes. Let's be honest, TV is usually better come Autumn/Winter!

Favourite drink?

I'm guessing this means the seasonal drinks at Starbucks and Costa. I'm not a huge fan of spices, so the Pumpkin Spice Latte is not for me! I love tea, I don't drink as much in the summer so I make the most of it during Autumn and Winter!

Favourite scent/candle?

As I've mentioned, I don't like spices much- the taste and smell. I do love vanilla based candles though as they're so warming and comforting. I don't do sickly sweet neither, so it'd have to be Sunlight on Snow by Yankee Candle- fresh but comforting!

Best lipstick?

As I'm writing this, I'm currently testing the very much raved about Rimmel 107. I shall update you on my thoughts, I'm sure. I love dark and Berry toned lips around this time of year, my go-to shades are usually the Maybelline Colour Drama Velevet Lip Pencil in Berry Much or MUA Matte Lipstick in Wild Berry.

Go-to moisturiser?

In terms of day moisturisers, I love the Garnier Moisture Match range. I usually opt for the mattifying one for oily skin but my skins a little dry at the moment so I may pick up another in the range. For the night, I love the Origins Night-A-Mins but I only have a deluxe sample of that so I've been using it sparingly- I must pick up the full size at some point!

Go-to colours for the eyes?

I rarely steer away from neutral colours on my eyes, usually I go for mattes in the day time and shimmery for a night look. I do like to add more copper tones during the Autumn, I think they make my blue eyes pop too!

Favourite music or band/singer to listen to?

I don't think my music taste changes much throughout the year, I love Olly Murs, Ed Sheeran and just pop in general.

Favourtie outfit to wear?

Autumn/Winter is all about jumpers, jeans, chunky knit tights, ankle boots and huge blanket-like scarves!

Autumn treat?

I'm not really sure what this means, does it mean in terms of food?

I love homemade soups, especially my Mum's Lentil and Vegetable soup, with crunchy bread- yum!

Favourite place to be?

As I mentioned earlier, I love being cosied up in a blanket on the sofa with the fire on but I also love Bonfire Night! It's nice to just wrap up warm and go out for the evening with your friends and family to watch the amazing firework displays and  make your way through a toffee apple before you start to feel a little bit sick!

I wasn't tagged by anyone to do this, but I will tag a few as I'd love to hear your favourite things about Autumn.

I TAG:

Jess from Hey It Is Jess

Nicole from Thrifty Vintage Fashion

and

Geraldine from Geraldine's Wonderful World

Look forward to seeing your answers girls!

See you Sunday with a haul!

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Get To Know Me TAG and Q&A | Life, Blogging and Beauty!

I thought today I would allow you to get to know me a little bit better as although I blog on a weekly and sometimes more often basis. I feel there is little you know about me personally. I love getting to know the person behind the blog so I thought i'd let you guys learn a little more about me. First I shall be doing the Get To Know Me TAG and then will be answering a few questions asked over on Instagram- if you didn't know i'm @xtracesofmythoughts over on there. Would love to see you there!

The Get To Know Me TAG

Name: Amy, I like to be called Aim though!

Nicknames: I don't really have any apart from Aim and Ames.

Birthday: 21st of February, that's right- i'm a Pisces!

Place of Birth: Cardiff, South Wales

Star Sign: Oops, I already answered this, a Pisces!

Occupation: Supply/Cover Teaching Assistant/Nursery Nurse

Appearance

Hair colour: A dirty blonde/light brown

Hair length: Just past my boobs!

Eye colour: Blue

Best feature: Probably my eyes tbh!

Braces: Nope!

Piercings: Just my lobes, I did have seconds but I pierced them myself and they got infected- don't pierce at home! I would like my nose done though.

Tattoos: I would love one, but I cant commit for the rest of my life!

Righty or Lefty? Righty!

Firsts

Best Friend: Probably my brother who's a year and a half older than me!

Award: I have no idea, it was probably a colouring/hand writing one from primary school though.

Sport: Swimming

Real Holiday- Majorca when I was around five or six, so long ago!

Concert- Olly Murs! Still love him to this day!

Favourites

Film: Possibly The Inbetweeners, I love Mamma Mia too though.

TV Show: Gogglebox!

Colour: Pink or Mint Green

Song: That's a tough one, I can't choose!

Restaurant: A bit boring but I love TGI Fridays!

Store: Primark, New Look or Topshop!

Book: I don't read :(

Magazine: Probably Glamour!

Shoes: Something really casual like Vans, Converse or Skater Shoes at the moment!

Currently

Feeling: Happy, Excited and Tired!

Single or Taken: Single!

Eating: Nothing, I had Bolognese for tea though!

Listen to: Nothing

Thinking about: Up coming blog posts!

Watching: Eastenders

Wearing: My Pyjamas of course!

Future

Want children? I think so, i'd like a boy and a girl but of course it doesn't always turn out that way!

Want to be married? Yes!

Careers in mind: Perhaps a Primary School Teacher, eventually!

Where do you want to live? I'd love to live abroad for a period of my life but i'd be pretty happy in the UK with my family!

Do you believe in

God: I'm not sure...

Miracles: Yes!

Love at first sight: Not really...

Ghosts: Yes!

Aliens: I believe there's something out there, yeah.

Soul Mates: Definitely!

Heaven: I would like to think so.

Hell: Who knows!?

Kissing on the first date: Yeah

Yourself: Sometimes, I don't. But yes definitely, you can do anything if you put your mind to it!

This is going to be a long one, brownie points if you've got this far! Now for the questions asked on Instagram! Thank you to those of you who asked, i'll leave their @s below so go check them out too!

The Q&A

@geraldines_wonderful_world - If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be and why?

As I mentioned in the TAG, i'd love to live elsewhere for a period of my life- possibly America or Spain!

@secretlymegan - What's your favourite thing about blogging?

Definitely the people you meet through blogging, I have some lovely readers who have brilliant blogs- I may do a post of my favourite in the future!

@heyitisjess - If you could swap nationalities- what nationality would you be and why?

This is a hard one! My nan was German so maybe German, I also have Scottish family and I love the Glaswegian accent- I think Scottish! 

@glittermelody - What do you look for in mascaras?

I have pretty long lashes anyway, I love to enhance them though so definitely lengthening to create fluttery lashes- the Roller Lash by Benefit is great for creating that look!

What makes you happy?

Spending time with my family and friends, especially when the sun is out!

Who are your favourite bloggers and why?

Ooh, I did mention about possibly doing a post on them. A quick few are you, Jess from Hey It Is Jess and Nicole from Thrifty Vintage Fashion. I love reading beauty blogs but it's also nice when they throw something else into the mix to change it up a little!

@thriftyvintagefashion - What do you think makes a blog stand out from the crowd?

That's a tough one, I think one that really injects the bloggers personality - as there are so many new bloggers out there, it's hard to be unique and stand out but I really like the personality within the blogs I read on a regular basis.

One piece of advice you'd give to someone starting college?

This is something I've also been thinking about doing a post on. I'd definitely say hang in there, if at first you don't like it/it's not what you expected- give it a chance- you'll have a different perspective once you've really given it a chance. Also do your work as soon as you get it, don't let it pile up to the last minute which is what I did in first year- not the brightest of ideas!

Thank you girls for asking me questions!

I'm aware this post was pretty long but I hope you got to know a little more about me. I'm not going to TAG anyone in particular to do this post as I wasn't tagged myself so do it if you please. I'd love to hear if you've done it, so let me know in the comments!

I'm currently in South Devon on holiday but I have another post scheduled which is due to go up on Wednesday. I'll also be showing you what I got up to on my travels next Sunday hopefully so keep your eyes peeled!

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The Christmas TAG with heyitisjess | Christmas 2014

Hello!

I'm feeling super festive so today I've brought to you my second Christmas TAG- see last years here! Also this is actually a collab with the lovely Jess from Hey It Is Jess, so go and subscribe via bloglovin here!

1. What's your favourite Christmas film?

Most definitely the Polar Express! I remember going to see it in the cinema on Christmas Eve, ever since it just makes me really happy, reminds me of my childhood and makes it feel like Christmas. I'm sure you've seen it but if not, definitely give it a watch this Christmas!

2. What is your favourite Christmas drink?

I'm not a huge fan of the Christmas orientated flavours, I hate spices and ginger bread men are about the furthest my palette will go. So it'll be a very boring but much loved tea or hot chocolate if I'm feeling brave.

3. Does your family have any Christmas traditions?

I can't say we do. We do spend Christmas Eve relaxing and watching Christmas films all day but i'm sure a lot of people do that!  We also always spend boxing day doing the same thing which probably also includes pigging out and having cold meat and home made chips- yum!

4. What time do you usually wake up on Christmas morning?

Usually it'd be around 4-6ish because my elder brother is a big kid and wakes my younger brother up and then you can pretty much guarantee we'll all be awake by 6. Although last year I was good, I stayed in bed til at least 8:30, wahey a lie in!

5. Have you ever had a white Christmas?

Not really, we've had left over snow on Christmas if that counts? Probably not!

6. Is your Christmas tree real or synthetic?

In all honesty we've never had a real pine tree for Christmas as my parents think they're too big and messy. So obviously it's synthetic!

7. What's your favourite Christmas song?

It'd probably have to be I Wish It Could Be Christmas Everyday- Wizzard. It just makes me really happy and puts me right in the festive mood! Also Olly Murs has covered it- ultimate babe! I love Merry Christmas Everybody- Slade as it came on in work recently and I had a little rave in my head, haha!

8. What is your favourite decoration colour combination?

Usually we'd opt for the reds and silvers but this year we're feeling adventurous and have purchased pinky/purple and teal baubles which I absolutely love!

9. Have you ever built a gingerbread house?

Yes I have indeed! I think we did it last year or the year before, it looked super pretty but nobody wanted to eat it as the gingerbread was quite strong in flavour and soft, yuck!

10. What is your favourite part of Christmas dinner?

Previously it would've been turkey as that is the only time we eat it but I've gone off meat! I'm not a vegetarian but I just don't enjoy meat with my dinner anymore. Though I do love pigs in blanket as again we only have them on our dinner at Christmas, so pigs in blankets definitely!

11. What is your Christmas day fashion?

Usually Christmas is one of the days we get dressed up, I've always struggled to pick a outfit of new clothes I've had earlier that morning. However in recent years it's all about the comfort seeing as we stay at home, this year I think I'll rock a Christmas jumper!

12. Do you open your presents before or after dinner?

We've always opened our stockings, had breakfast, opened the presents, got ready and then had dinner. Sometimes we may leave some presents until after dinner though!

Christmas is definitely my favourite time of the year and I love hearing what others get up to and their traditions so I tag EVERYONE to do this TAG! Let me know if you do so I can check yours out and I hope you've liked my take and collab with Jess.

Merry Christmas or if you don't celebrate Christmas, Happy Holidays!

See you soon,

♥   ♥   ♥

The 'Me Time' TAG | Pamper Night

Hello!

I was tagged by the lovely Nicole from Thrifty Vintage Fashion, here- to do the Me Time TAG! I haven't done a TAG in a while so I thought i'd get this one done today! Without further-ado here goes...

1. What do you watch or read during me time?

I've got to be honest as I've said before I don't enjoy reading which is a shame. But I do tend to spend a while watching my YouTube subscriptions, I love everything from beauty, fashion to homeware and lifestyle.

2. What do you wear when you are having me time?

Anything cosy, usually oversized t-shirts or jumpers and pyjama bottoms. 

3. What are your me time products?

I don't enjoy baths which is annoying seeing as all the LUSH bath products appeal to me. But I do love having long showers using Soap and Glory's Scrub of your Life, Argan Oil hair masks and any face mask I have lying around.

4. Current favourite nail polish.

I've recently started painting my nails again so had a little nail polish shop. I love this dark red/purple colour from the Rimmel Lycra Pro range in Hypnotise especially now it's Autumn.

A tad messy, oops

5. What do you eat/drink?

I simply love a cup of tea and biscuits, or if i'm really feeling it hot chocolate with whipped cream and marshmallows!

6. Favourite candle.

I love both Yankee Candle tarts in Pink Sands and Sunlight on Snow. I'm sure you've heard of Pink Sands which is a really sweet rose scent but isn't too overpowering and Sunlight on Snow is actually from the Simply Home collection which just smells really clean and fresh.

7. Do you ever have outdoor me time?

I wish I did, I'd love to just take myself somewhere near by and beautiful to just take my mind off things. I get quite anxious when it's dark though and just generally being alone so unfortunately I don't have that.

8. Would you ever go and see a movie by yourself?

I've contemplated it but probably not, I always feel sorry for the person I see on their tod in the cinema!

9. Favourite online shop.

I love both boohoo.com and ASOS, boohoo for the basics usually and ASOS is usually quite affordable and has a huge range.

10. What else do you do in your me time?

Following on from the last question, online shopping or just browsing and also catching up on blog posts that I haven't yet read on bloglovin, you can also find me here.

And that's the tag complete, I actually really enjoyed doing this TAG so thank you to Nicole for tagging me.
I tag:

IT'S ME NIAMH ALICE- here.

RACHEL COCO- here.

COLE OF THE BALL- here.

What TAG would you like to see me do next?