March Purchases / Haul & A Lil Chit Chat

Yesterday, while my mum was receiving a fresh hairstyle at the salon, my sister and I snooped around the shops for an hour. I picked up a few knick knacks that I thought would be fun to share with you here on my blog! I apologise in advance for the rushed photography supporting this post, I couldn't quite find a nice composition so I hope it doesn't bother you too much!

I bought five things in total, and I'm very pleased with my purchases.

I love to pop into paperchase when I spend time in town, and this time round I collected a couple of items. The first being a tumblr, a sippy cup, a drinking utensil, I have no idea what to call this but I think it's so adorable! It's decorated with colourful cartoon watermelons, and features a lid and a straw which makes me more excited than it probably should. I've found it really has helped me to increase my water intake, which is something I've been attempting for a while. It's a lot more fun to drink from something pretty. I believe this costed me £7.00.

I also picked out a notebook from Paperchase, as I've always been a bit stationery mad. It pleases me immensely that I have the matching folder too. It's from the rustic raindrops collection that they have had going on these past few months {that's not the real name, I made that up.} I like that the lines are narrow inside, because I have the tiniest handwriting in the world, and often find that to be an issue for me in paperchase. The book is also thick and I like to have lots of pages for some reason. I think this only took £6.00 from me, so I'm very happy with that.

From Boots, I topped up my cleanser supply, as I'm running out of one of my favourite products which is the Simple Kind To Skin Moisturising Facial Wash. I use this every day, just in the shower, to keep my spots away. I am in no way a beauty expert but I'd definitely recommend this product for my fellow sufferers of eczema and it is an absolute bargain at £2.50. I spotted a little bottle of Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water on offer for £1.00. I'd heard great things about this product, so I grabbed it because you can't go wrong with a price like that. I'll get back to you when I use it and see if it really is worth the hype, but also suitable for people with eczema.

Lastly, I scanned The Body Shop for their tea tree range as my friends are always rambling on about them. I settled with Tea Tree Targeted Gel, which I spent £6.50 on. I don't have much to say about it really, apart from it is very small, and the applicator is like a lipgloss stick. I'm excited to see if it ives up to my expectations!

While I'm here I might as well talk a little longer and discuss my goals for April. My German Exchange partner will be travelling here next month, so I'd like her to feel welcomed and enjoy her stay. Hopefully this will be an excuse to have a few adventures myself, as that is my main goal for April 2016, to get off my bum and do stuff. Anyway, I hope you enjoyed reading this post. Please leave a comment suggesting some products I should try out or your favourite shop!

Molly Rose x
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           

Good Morning World

Waking up to the gift of a new day is something very special, although most of us seem to groggily groan at the thought of it. Mornings are full of potential, and serene strolls admiring the sunrise. If you would just get out of bed you would see how peaceful and different the world becomes at this time of day. Here is what I typically get up to after an almighty stretch complete with some rather alarming noises.

1. Read
The moment I open my eyes and recognise my consciousness, I'll pick up my current book. At the moment, that would be Mockingjay, which I'm extremely late to the party with reading, but I'm absolutely loving the action packed into it, and how every chapter closes on a gripping cliff-hanger. Reading awakens my brain to get started for the day.

2. General Getting Readyness
I'll say goodbye to my bed, and dress it in its many pillows before throwing open my curtains. I'll then head straight to the bathroom to brush my teeth and gulp down a gigantic glass of water, which is following by styling my hair, outfit and makeup if I'm feeling it.

3. Breakfast
I forgot to mention this is my weekend morning routine, so I can cook up an especially scrumptious breakfast. If anyone else is up, I'll provide for them too. This is also the moment I slurp my first tea of the day. I'll typically poach some eggs and serve it with toast, because I'm not allowed to operate the oven until my parents are awake for safety reasons.

4. Go For A Walk
I like to explore different places in my neighbourhood and just take detours. Sometimes I'll encounter a playground and I'll sway on the swings. It's nice to get some fresh air. Alternatively, I'll just do some yoga at home.

5. Make A Schedule ... Maybe
It doesn't have to be too detailed but outlining my day aids in ensuring I'm not wasting it. Sometimes I'm just not really in the mood for writing it out though so I'll just float through through dawn to dark.

Thank you for reading, leave me a comment telling me your favourite thing to eat for breakfast!

Molly Rose x

How To Get Through A Busy Day

Today I found myself with a vast mountain of work to complete, so I whipped out some paper and a pen, wrote myself a to do list and started to tackle each task. I thought it might be a nice idea to show how I cope with those days where you are so busy you might just explode.

A tidy room is essential for me if I want to get anything done at all. When my bed could do with a fix up and there is paper that failed to reach the bin with my terrible aim all over the floor, it distracts me and kind of makes me feel lazy. Once I neaten up my work space and surroundings, something in my brain is triggered and it motivates me to get plop done.

I'll then create a to do list of every thing I want to accomplish. This helps me to keep all my tasks in one space and also drives me to chip away at the next assignment. There is something so satisfying about carrying things out the traditional way, with a pen and paper, and illustrating a dainty tick rather than clicking a box inspires me a whole lot more.

Before I actually do what I need to do, I will take half an hour of my time to practise some simple yoga, which prepares me for business and releasing my stress. It makes me feel happy and alive, and instead of moaning about my homework, my mind positively transforms so that I appreciate the opportunities I receive with my education, and I recognise how some people are so desperate to be in my position. I start to welcome my learning in a warming manner, and I notice how privileged I am to live where I do.

Whilst I'm actually working, I make a point of keeping a large glass of water near me, that I refill frequently. Sometimes I store some treats on my desk too, to use as cheeky rewards. And being British, means I simply must sip away at several cups of tea all day. During my breaks, I enjoy reading and scrolling through studyblrs.

Thank you for reading and I hope your work load isn't stressing you out too much! I'd love it if you could leave a comment suggesting what I could write about next.

Molly Rose x

You Only Live Once

As cheesy as it may sound, I'm an enormous believer in making the most of every moment in your life. I can't stand having nothing to do, or watching my little sister begin to waste her days away scrolling, scrolling, scrolling. I really think it is important appreciate this planet and do the things you desire, which is why I'm going to be sharing a few things on my bucket list.

1. Go To Glastonbury
Every single thing about festivals sounds like fun. The music, the fashion and the time spent with friends. Glastonbury is the biggest festival in the UK, and they manage to rig in some amazing artists.
2. Travel The World
I might write about my travel bucket list another time, but for now I'll leave you with a short list: Venice, Florence, Pisa, Rome, Milan, Florida, California, New York, Paris, Bangkok and so many more.
3. Dip Dye My Hair Lilac
This is something I'm desperate to do in the summer ahead. I'm growing my hair so that I can dye it then cut the dyed parts off for when I go back to school. I'd dye it a really light lilac, because I have blonde hair.
4. Play Hide And Seek In A Graveyard At Night
I'm a lover of anything spooky, and the only thing that properly scares me is the supernatural. I'm not sure who I would get to play with me though, I don't think many of my friends would be up for that strangely enough.
5. Sew A Summer Dress
I've made a skirt before, so I suppose the next step is to make my own dress. Summer dresses are actually my favourite item of clothing ever, so I hope to head down to the fabric shop soon.
6. Fall In Love
If I find someone special, my plan is to get married and have three children. However, if this doesn't end up being the case, I'll show the world that I can achieve great things without a man! That being said, I'd like to fall in love at least once in my life, even if they don't end up being right for me.
7. Star Gaze
Space and the universe is fascinating to me, and I've realised that I don't often get to lie back and analyse the constellations.
8. Go Indoor Sky Diving
This definitely sounds like something I would love. I've been desperate to do this since I was tiny and I really hope I get to fulfil that in the future.
9. Go To A Trampoline Park
I'm a very energetic person, and even though a trampoline was the cause of my broken leg, my bouncy tendencies have not been destroyed.
10. Learn To Ski
This is something I want to do for the sake of doing it. It just sounds like fun.
11. Learn To Surf
I could be one of those effortlessly flawless girls you see at the beach who just seem so zen and chilled, which in my opinion isn't a bad thing to be.
12. Bake Every Dish In A Cook Book
Baking is something that makes me very happy, and something I would love to be doing more often. The cookery book I have in mind is Tanya Burr's new cookery book which will be released in the summertime. There is no doubt that I will be picking that up!
13. See A Broadway Show
Living near London has allowed me to take a few trips to cinemas in the west end, which if you didn't know is basically the UK's version of broadway. Everything is bigger in America, so broadway sounds like somewhere I want to be.
14. Go To Thorpe Park Dressed As A Disney Princess
My friends and I once decided that we wanted to go to a theme park dressed as the Disney princesses that we look most like and we never got around to it. It doesn't matter how old I am, I am determined to do this still!
15. Learn How To Play 'River Flows In You' On The Piano
For some reason, this song reminds me of my Grandma and makes me cry every time I listen to it. I think it's such a meaningful and beautiful song, and I'd love to learn how to play it myself.
16. Release A Floating Lantern
This seems like it would make the most magical night because I always love things like that. It would also be really romantic to do with a partner.
17. Watch A Sunrise/Sunset At The Beach
If you have read my previous post, you'll know that I adore the sky. It would just be really serene to sit on the beach whilst watching the sun awaken or retire.
18. Become A Morning Person
I have always liked the idea of waking up early, because you would have so much more time to do things you need to do before the day ends. I actually really like mornings if I'm conscious when they arrive, but I'm just going to use the excuse that I'm a teenager for now.
19. Tell Scary Stories And Sing Around A Campfire
Although I expect I would be a little nervous around the fire, watching it cautiously, it would be great to let go and have a lil sing song. I've sang with my friends on coach journeys for school trips, and I've always had a wide grin across my face while doing so. A campfire would make it so atmospherical.
20. Write A Fiction Chapter Book
I'm pretty sure the book will end up being released chapter by chapter on this blog, but at the moment I have a case of writer's block, so I'm trying to conjure up some juicy plots.
21. Complete A Scrapbook
It would be so cool to have a scrapbook for each time I tick an experience of my bucket list. I love little keepsakes that I can treasure when I'm elderly.
22. Participate In A Colour Run
It's probably about time I did some exercise, so running with colour sounds like the perfect solution. Just think of all the incredible photographs I could take!
23. Play Hide And Seek In Ikea
It's only now it's come to my attention that in the back of my mind I must have a secret fondness for the game of hide and seek. First a graveyard, then in Ikea! This is another thing I was supposed to get around to doing with my friends but we never did, and I still want to try.
24. Make A Dream Catcher
Dream catchers make a room look so boho-and-Moroccan-esque and that is definitely a vibe I wouldn't mind bringing to my space. They also have such a sweet meaning.
25. Have A Water Balloon Fight
I'm like a Labrador in the sense that I'm led to water. I have no clue why this is, but I love the sea and swimming and Jacuzzis and baths, so a water balloon fight would be something I'd be attracted to.

This is only a small selection of the things I'd like to do and I'd love to write more about my bucket list. Let me know if you would like to see that by leaving a comment telling me three things that you want to do before you kick the bucket.

Sorry this post seems a little rushed, my writing juices don't seem to be flowing today, which is a little worrying as I have a lot of homework to do. I'd better go and do that.

Molly Rose x