July was a very busy month for me, I also had my prom. After buying my dress in April it was fair to say I was just a little bit excited. It was such a lovely way to end my way at school and spend one last night with all my friends. For me I was counting down the days to prom from the day we got the date but I know many people don't want to go to their prom. Seriously, I would totally recommend it. Yes at schools there's people I don't get on with but this night wasn't about them as cringe as I sound It was about having last night with all my friends celebrating our time together. I spent most of the time with all my best friends having fun and occasionally spoke to other people I was friendly with. But you know what, It doesn't matter what you wear or what you look like, because honestly that was no ones focus, and I really don't remember what anyone looked like anyway.



In summer being a teenager it was mandatory to go to a festival. This year my friends and I choose Boardmasters in Newquay. I was there from Wednesday to Monday, and despite the 7 hour coach ride it was so worth it. Newqay was the perfect location, being right by the beach was lovely, we often ended up popping down to on the days when there was no acts performing. Some of my favorite acts performed over the weekend with the bets being, Kaiser Chiefs, Catfish and the Bottle Men, Rat Boy, and Coasts. With the occasional drinking and the staying up till at least 2am every night It was fair to say that the weekend was mad. Also it was my 18th BIRTHDAY on the Saturday, which was so great to spend it with all my friends having the time of my life. Although I did miss my family I am so glad I went and couldn't of had a better birthday.






After I got home for my 18th Birthday my mum and grandma took me to London to see the Lion King on the West-end. The Last time we saw this I was six, so as you can imagine I can't really remember it so I was eager to see it again. I must say I loveee the West-end, whenever we go it's always for a special occasion which just makes it that little bit better. Lion King was definitely my all time favourite show and would urge everyone to see it. The dancing and singing is just incredible, you will not be disappointed.
Septemeber was the start of a fresh and exciting adventure for me. I started University and was thrown into living with 9 strangers, a high work load and learning how to survive by myself. Although everything seemed a bit crazy at first I've finally settled down. I've made some great friends that I'm sure will last a life time. Although I feel as if I have basically stepped into adulthood I'm still a child and the same little girl that left home not long ago. How can I forget, most importantly I'm having such an amazing time will the occasional drinking and partying but I'm still studying hard. (Well that's what my parents think)

I also started my blog in September, yay! To say I've only been blogging for three months is a little crazy as it feels way longer than that. I'm so glad I started blogging and now I really don't want to stop.

In November and December I had operations on my knee, now I know what your thinking. How the hell can an operation be a highlight. It's honestly the weirdest feeling ever, I dreaded them both, I hate hospitals with a passion but at the same time I was so excited to get better. I'm now (hopefully) on the road to recovery and I can't wait to see what next year brings with getting back to training.











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2016 has been a great year for me, I've done many amazing things and I've also learnt a hell of a lot. This all inspires me to make the most of 2017 to try and be the happiest I can be. At the end of the year I would love to look back on this post and see how much I've achieved.

Be Spontaneous
My main goal for 2017 is to do more adventurous things. I mean yes I went out and did a few things this year but I didn't do a lot. I spent a little too many days in my pj's for my liking. This year I want to make the most out of my opportunities and get out the house and do things. Even if it's just a little walk somewhere I haven't been before, I want to do it. There's nothing wrong with a cosy day on the sofa but I want to see the world, and I can do this without traveling. As much as I would like to visit so may beautiful countries I can't but there's so many great things around your home town. You just need to look.

University Goals
This is my first year at uni and I know it doesn't count towards anything but I want to make sure I do well. To make sure I can do the best I can I want to complete assignments a few days before they are due. This gets rid of any last minute stress and always gives me a few days to continue looking through to get rid of any mistakes. Honestly reading through work a few days after you've done it is so useful, you'll be surprised of how many more mistakes you pick up on. Living by myself for the last few months as been great, this year I really want to get organised with it. Planning my meals and spending ahead will hopefully save me a little bit in money and time Then I'll probably splurge it all anyway!




Improve My Fitness
You're all probably bored to death hearing me talk about my injury to you. Thank god It's all over now! This year after my rehabilitation I really want to get my fitness levels back up. Basically I'm extremely missing exercise right now and I just feel so bloody lazy.  Honestly can't wait to just be able to do what I love again. 

Cut Out Negativity
This year I've certainty cut out a lot of negativity in my life but this has mainly been focused on the people around me. In 2017 I want to focus on eliminating my own negativity. How many times do you say sorry to someone when your running late or when you rant out all your emotions to them. Now instead of dwelling on theses moments and apologising for the hassle I feel I've caused I want to start thanking them instead. So things such as thank you for being a great friend to me, this way I don't drag myself down and I also (hopefully) raise spirits and confidence of others. I want  to have a more positive outlook on life. I wouldn't classify myself as a negative person as I'm always upbeat and happy but I do often find the negative in things. So instead of this I want to reverse it and always look for the positive, even in bad situations there will always be some slight positivity and this is what I aim to find.




Smile a bit more
Whether it's me myself or smiling or making others smile I just want a little more smiles in my life.

Blogging Goals
I still consider myself rather new to blogging, and I definitely have a lot more to learn. This coming year I want to start being more organised with my blog and having a posting schedule where I post on certain days of the week. I also aim to write out posts and schedule them way before they are due (unlike this one I'm writing 45 minutes before its posted ooops).  I also seriously need to up my photography and Instagram game, my feed is a mess and I honestly have no idea what I'm doing. Running a giveaway this year would be great fun to do, as well as a way to thank everyone for their support. I'll probably do this once I reach key goals on my social media following. Most importantly I would love to make more blogging friends this year as honestly everyone is just so dam nice (honestly why can't people I actually know be that nice.


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French Connection Brush Gift Set


Urban Outfitters is one of my favourite shops for the sale and I had to make sure I popped in there. What's best about Urban Outfitters is that you still get student discount on sale items. I mean what's better than that? This pink sparkly too caught my eye, I thought it was unique but not too out there. I think this would look great for a casual drinks on a night out either paired with jeans or a plain skirt. This top is tight but fits so well and is really flattering.This was £26 down to £18, then student discount got it down to a bargain price of £16.20! 

Victoria Secret




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Koko Coutre kindly sent me a bag and I picked this lovely clutch in the style Abby and the colour grey. This is such a versatile bag and can be used for many occasions with literally every outfits. When I received it I was over the moon with it. It's beautiful and there's no other words for it. The size is perfect, without being too big or too small it can work with anything. The quality is amazing and I think the bag looks far more expensive than £19.  This will definitely be making an appearance on new years eve to ensure I have a great night.


My favorite thing about this clutch is that you can choose between  a large or a wrist strap and even no strap, this means you can customize it to suit your own style. For a night out I love having the single strap as it's smaller and compliments a more sophisticated outfit. For day to day use having the bigger strap means it's a little easier to carry. To style this I love having the strap long so the back is slightly below me waist. This really makes my outfit 'pop'. The tassel combined with the faux leather brings a lot of style to this clutch, making it unique and really elegant.  This bag is currently on sale at £16 so I would grab it quick.



To ensure you're a hit this party season these are the perfect essentials for a great night. Lip balm is a must for me, suffering with dry lips constantly means I can't go anywhere without one. This Derma original is perfect for on the go with its easy application and subtle finish.  On a night out there always is  going to be photos. Any girls worst nightmare is looking through your photos in the morning and realising you didn't get a single good one. Powder is a must for any night out, lightly topping myself up every few hours prevents me from looking shiny. The Maybelline matte maker with the real techniques expert face brush is the best combo for fixing my shinny skin. To re top up my makeup more, bringing my lipstick with me is perfect to give the illusion my makeup still looks flawless. I'm currently obsessed with please me by mac. Without forgetting the obvious essentials of keys, money and phone, which all easily fit into this clutch.

Koko Couture are in my eyes a great brand, their tag line really stands out to me 'Designed with you in mind'. There is truly is something for everyone in their collection. If you want to look at their products you can find them on topshop or on their website here.


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Dear Little me,






Concentrate on your real friends rather than the number of friends. Yes I know it's great to be popular, the more friends the more likes on social media, the more parties you go to. But trust me you'll grow older and these people will mean absolutely nothing to you. All those years growing up, having the time of your life. Don't get me wrong you're having a great time with them all but just realise your true friends now. If someone constantly talks to you about others, then their probably talking about you to others too. If you feel like you cant trust someone then don't. Learning your true friends is such an important lesson, not everyone is who you think they are, but don' worry you do have a couple of great friends.

Heartbreaks hurt, whether it's a boyfriends or a best friend losing someone special sucks. I know you, and I know you're such a crier. Just don't waist those tears, you'll get over it and in a few years your laugh about it. At the time it's the worst thing in the world, but please don't get yourself too worked up about it. Things hurt but everything will turn out just fine.


It's ok to be selfish. Growing up is all about exploring yourself, learning about you. Sometimes you have to put you first. Of course I thought about myself, I mean I thought about how I wanted to look, act and what I wanted to do. But none of this was really for myself, I spent so long aiming to please others I actually never really thought about myself. I wish I concentrated on me just a little bit. Remember that you are important and you are great the way you are. Start doing things for you, because you want to. Don't let what other people think stop you. Getting paranoid about what others think about you is such a huge thing. But why are you letting them bother you. Half of them your hardly know and it's not like you'll going to know them in a few years away.

Appreciate your family. Your parents hate you, they stop you having fun, they are so overprotective I know that's how you feel. They only have your best interest at heart. Hating on them isn't going to change anything, It will just make everything worse. They love you so much, just remember that.. Just be a little nicer and appreciate them a little more. Looking back now I'm so glad my parents stopped me from doing things, I would much rather they controlled what I did rather than not caring and letting me do anything.




Life really doesn't go the way you planned, even looking back one year ago I would never of imagined my life to be the way it now is. I wasn't upset with my life at the time but looking back I'm disappointed in who I was and I know I wasn't my happiest. Remember you're always learning more and more and you will alawys be growing.
Be strong and be yourself,