Happy Birthday To Me,
Happy Birthday To Me,
Happy Birthday To Me,
Happy Birthday To Me.
I don't know about you but I'm feeling 22. I know it's cheesy but I felt it had to be done, you only turn 22 once.
I can't believe how quickly the last year as gone and it's nice to be able to reflect on what has changed. This time last year I had the courage to leave a job which was affecting my home life as I wasn't happy and to find a new job which I love. I've flown the nest and live with my boyfriend and we are saving to buy our own house I've grown up a lot and learnt new things to make me a stronger and happier person.
My Birthday Wish is to make the next 365 days in my 22nd year count. I want to visit new places with my boyfriend and continue looking forward to the future together and to continue to believe in myself.
As for my Birthday my Boyfriend Ross has booked us two nights away to Colchester so I am off to Enjoy and I can't wait to blog all about it!
Amy x
So as most of you have probably soon due to the change of my Twitter username is that Petite View has now changed to Tres Petite. When setting up my blog originally as Petite view it was one of the name I kind of settled on but never really fell in love with it. I have always known I wanted to keep the word "Petite" involved as this sums me up as I am only 5ft1 which I am proud to be after years of wishing I was taller so this word means a lot to me.
I have been writing and thinking about idea to link with this one words for a few months and then last night I was browsing the internet for Petite clothing and I came across this T-shirt from New Look.
I instantly fell in love after going through the names like La Petite and more towards the cute quirky French words and I instantly fell in love! Therefore I feel as though I have found the perfect name to fit myself and my blog and I am so happy that I was internet shopping and came across this, the only problem now Is I need this T-shirt so badly!!
I would love to hear your thoughts on blog name changes and if you have done this yourself.
I have started to form a Yankee candle collection and have created a wish list. The Etched Heart melt warmer is £11.99 I like the simplicity of it and it would go be able to go in any room as it's not a vivid colour.
They have also brought out a Cafe Culture range they look amazing never mind what they will smell like. They are priced at £1.49 which seems a little steep I am sure Yankee have been putting their prices up I remember buying them for £1.05 in a range of shops.
Are there any Yankee Candles your eager to try out?
Amy
This is one of the first books that I have read all the way through since childhood and I am so glad that I read this, It inspired me to get back into reading and how easy it is to imagine a different world to your own, taking all the words in and I love that for a moment you are imaging a different world to your own.
Synopsis
Chloe Henderson has never been one to break the rules or push the boundaries… but during her summer break, she and her friends use fake IDs to sneak into a club. It’s there that she meets handsome and alluring bartender, Will Morris. The pair hit it off immediately, growing closer with every passing day. But as with every summer, it has to end sometime.
Chloe’s senior year approaches and there’s a shock in store when she returns to do her final year at school. Will is there too, but he’s not one of her fellow students…
A tale of forbidden love, broken hearts, friendship, and rivalry.
Review:
Any fans of Pretty Little Liars will link this storyline briefly with Aria and Ezra, I was fortunate to read this book before beginning to watch PLL. But the start of the book is similar in the way the boy assumes the girl is around the same age and they instantly hit it off leading to them meeting again after Summer to find out that there new teacher is that guy!
The book has many ups and downs for all the characters and It keeps you intrigued throughout. There are so many up and down moments for the main characters which keep you in suspense, will they won't they?
It was a doomed relationship from the start when Chloe went back to school, it was heart breaking when reading about all the dates they had in the summer, Will was just the perfect guy, romantic, gorgeous and funny.
The story is like a rollercoaster, having so many up and down emotions, even I felt their emotions when reading it. I really enjoyed reading this book mainly about "Forbidden Love" I don't want to spoil the book for everyone but it is a great read and I am so glad I came across it.
Amy
I haven't tried out any nail art for quite a while so I decided to give it another go with an Easter theme and I am really happy on the outcome.
I started with a base colours of pink, white and blue to keep it nice and spring like as I am not a big fan of yellow. I used a fine nail art brush create the bunny outline.
I used a dotting tool to add the pink bunny ears and cheeks and a black sharpie for the eyes and nose which I find easier for small details. I also used the dotting tool to make my pointing and middle nails spotty just to add a little more detail to my nails.
This is the final outcome and I am quite happy for my second attempt at trying to draw anything onto my nails, it may not be the best bunny ever but It's still cute!
Are you painting your nails for Easter?
Amy
Normally as easter approaches I am desperate to buy a Cadbury cream egg one and I would sit there a eat the whole lot!
This year my lifestyle has been different I changed my eating habits to lose weight. So I'm going to try and stay on plan that doesn't mean can't have a little bit of chocolate but I intend of sticking to my diet.
I've come up with alternatives to still enjoy easter.
These beautiful lush bath bombs are a great way to relax and to still have some bunny love without indulging in a chocolate covered one.
Photos Credit To Lush.Com
Golden Egg £3.75, Hoppity Poppity £2.50, Egg Hunt £4.50, Harvey £3.75, Bunch of carrots £5.95, Immaculate Eggception Yellow £6.95
Photo Credit Yankeecandle.co.uk
There are also these Yankee Candle goodies which will probably last you longer than some chocolate, Bunny Cake £19.99, Jelly Beans £19.99, Easter Bunny Tea Light Holder £6.99
Photo credit modelsownit.com
Or fancy a treat for your nails? Models Own have an amazing speckled egg nail varnish collection in five different colours priced at £4.99 each.
Is anyone else having an alternative to chocolate for easter this year?
Amy
There is so much to look forward to this month:
April is my favourite month, I love it!
April Fools Day - Just a little bit of fun, it's always interesting to see what madness they have included in the paper to get people thinking real or not real?
A four day weekend as it's Easter, what better way to start this beautiful month. I'm watching my food intake to keep my body in shape to purchase a new dress for my birthday and for once not feel conscious about something more figure hugging. I'm hoping to visit Birmingham Sea Life Centre friday as well, I am like a big kid I love looking at all the fishes and the penguins are just too cute!
I also love how the weather starts to pick up and the lighter nights are coming, it's so nice being able to come home from work in daylight again and making plans for after work.
Also it's my Birthday on the 24th and me and my boyfriend are having a few days away to Colchester we are going to be visiting Colchester Zoo I'll be sure to share all the photos with you I really enjoy visiting different Zoo's. I can't believe how quickly the year has gone and I will be turning 22, I feel like I haven't been 21 for long enough!
Have you got anything exciting lined up for April?
Amy
Photo taken on last years Holiday - Beach In Lanzarote
I think as bloggers it's lovely to see everyone supporting each other which really restore faith in humanity. Blogging can have it's ups and downs but a lot of time a compliment helps with that inspiration and push you need to carry on.
Olivia from
dungarees-and-donuts.co.uk has inspired me to reach out to more bloggers, it's so nice getting to know many of you. Mainly because we all have a blog in common for starters. Olivia has been tweeting many beautiful, inspiring bloggers and sharing the love with the hashtag #ShareLove
sending tweets with compliments which is so nice to see.
I have starting to form friendships with other bloggers and I love being able to chat about anything with them and not be judged. Twitter chats are always a good way to meet and find other bloggers with the same interests.
It's hard to only pick 3 bloggers that I love the moments, there are so many that are unique and that's what I love about them. So go on and share some blog love!
Here are three blogs that I love at the moment!
http://www.cakeydreamer.co.uk/
http://thecreativegeek.co.uk/
http://emmahopenewitt.blogspot.co.uk/
Take a walk in my shoes, it may still be muddy and wet but I have a pair of boots that are my get what you want on them shoes. Any other pair of shoes I would be mortified at the thought of getting them dirty.
I went for a walk with my other half to get some fresh air and walking costs you nothing, which is a big help as we are saving every penny we can. Plus taking a camera along gives you something to focus on also, I am still not very good at using my camera but I do love that I can learn, my boyfriend is fairly good and he does try very hard to show me how to adjust everything but I need everything at a touch of a button I can be very impatient.
It was nice to explore our surroundings that were so close to home, it was sunny but cold but that didn't stop us.
This shetland pony was so adorable, I only wish I could of got closer to show you all the little shaven heart, you can just about to see this on the photo. It was amazing how many people were out and about walking around looking at the sheep, horses and ponies.
To top it off there was lots of sheeps, which many people link with spring. I think it would be lovely to visit a farm and see the baby lambs being born and to have a go at feeding them. I say that I would probably be scared to feed them so watch my other half feed them. I like animals but I do get a little scared when up close to them. A dog is my limit!
I really enjoyed our morning out, I'm looking forward to more walks especially now the weather is picking up. Have you been on any interesting walks lately?
Amy
Where to begin, this is my first nomination for a Blog Award. Thank you Lara from
http://dotsingold.blogspot.ca/. Her blog is lovely so be sure to check it out!
#THE RULES
#1 Thank the person who gave you the award and include a link to their blog.
#2 Share seven facts about yourself.
#3 Nominate 15 other blogs and let them know you've nominated them.
#MY SEVEN FACTS
Seven is my lucky number so this can't be too hard surely?
#1 Seven is my lucky number and always has been. I still find it bizarre that the day I started dating my boyfriend was the 07/07/2007 (Spooky?!)
#2 I am a nursery nurse and I have been for nearly four years, I love how every day is not like the last.
#3 I have been reading more books lately and enjoying living in a different world for a moment. Who doesn't like a little escape from reality.
#4 I am currently obsessed with the song Love Me Like You Do - Ellie Goulding
#5 My favourite food is Italian, Calzone's are my all time favourite especially the ones from Frankie & Bennys.
#6 I have been pushing myself to be healthier and to exercise more, I am still pushing myself to do more!
#7 I have been living on my own (With my boyfriend) for 7 months and have learned how much my mum did for me back home. All the washing, cooking, ironing, dusting - Boring adult stuff, But I have enjoyed being independent and I actually enjoy going food shopping.
#NOMINEES
I find this part the hardest as there are so many great bloggers that I follow. So, today I followed the instructions and chose people who I think are versatile in their blogging, writing about a variety of posts.
Here are my nominations:
I am hoping to start a series of weekly motivation posts, writing about what I want to achieve for the upcoming week and also to give a little insight in what I have been up to for the last week.
This week has been a very busy one at work and I have been slacking in the exercise department but it has been a good week.
I have maintained in body weight which I was more than happy with and I even got to the stage where I had to buy new clothes as everything in wardrobe was baggy and loose on me! I went shopping on Saturday with my mum and I fit into size 6 clothes, which is a big achievement as I haven't been that small since I was probably 11. So I spent a small fortune in Primark getting a few basics to wear.
As I maintained my weight I let myself have a day off from slimming world and went a little wild, I went for a pub lunch with my mum which I had a hot dog, chips and a side of onion rings. I wasn't any better in the evening when I had KFC with my boyfriend before going to watch Insurgent which I thought was really good - I'm hoping there is another to follow on?
Image Credit - www.jesuschristsuperstar.com
I also went to the theatre in my home town to watch Jesus Christ Superstar, I had booked tickets for me and my mum for mothers day/ birthday present for her. If you haven't watched this musical already It's definitely worth watching, it was amazing!
Motivation For Next Week -
- Completed Charlotte Crosby workout at least once
- Drink lots of water to flush out all the bad food from the weekend
- Get back on slimming world eating plan
I have finally loss the stone in weight which I set out to do and I am so happy that I have stuck with my lifestyle changes, it's made me realise the important things in life.
I was speechless when weighing myself and I almost couldn't believe that I had managed to achieve it. I was always one to crisps, chocolate and I mean a big bag of Doritos and a whole sharing bag of magic stars. If someone was to ask me if I could give them up before 2015 I wouldn't of said yes. I still have little luxuries like this but it is rare and I will syn them to stay on target.
looking back on the last 2 and a half months I have come so far in so many different ways. My body is making me feel comfortable in my own skin and building my confidence to be able to wear more tight fitting clothes and dress' I wouldn't normally wear because I was always conscious of my belly.
I've finally got back in my exercising after a month of, which I am slightly regretting but I have come to the realisation that when I do it I quite enjoy it and it's a sense of achievement every time I finish a workout and my stomach area is benefiting. I only work out twice a week just due the the fact of working full time and not really having the time.
I think for some people it's so hard to push out of that zone and have the willpower to I force into place what you want for yourself. "Outside Of The Comfort Zone Is Where The Magic Happens"
Will it be easy? Maybe not but it will be worth it!
I have never been able to run without losing my breath almost instantly or just looking like a fool who doesn't know what they are doing! I have lost weight and I now want to tone up some muscles and also running would aid my weight loss which is a win win for my body.
The hardest part for me is getting started, where to begin? I've decided I am going to stick with the trainers I have for now and I already own a selection of workout gear which is suitable. I don't want to be purchasing all this high end gear if I'm not going to stick to it. My motivation is also that my other half as promised me a pair of running shoes after I have stuck to this for a reasonable length of time.
My goal is to be able to run for at least 20 minutes as I am a beginner and then work my way up. I'm hoping now better weather and lighter nights are on the way that it will push me to go out and give it a go! I am finding playlists to add to my phone, I find music helps me perform better when trying to focus on exercise.
I want to set myself a challenge to prove to myself more than anyone that If I put my mind to it I can do this. I'm hoping now the weather is picking up a little it will give me the push in the right direction, it's just knowing where to start.
I have Purchased some new trainers to motivate me for a bargain of £35 Can't wait for them to come!
If anyone has any advice I would really appreciate it!
Amy
Music hasn't always been my go to relaxation over the years but I have recently been listening to music more often and it's brought back so many memories both sad and happy personal experiences.
I feel that music can give you the sense of escape from the real world which everyone one needs at some point which is so inspiring that it can be so powerful to do this.
There are so many songs what mean a lot to me and for very different reasons to:
There are a selection of songs from my past of dancing throughout secondary school which make me sad and happy at the same time which is a strange feeling to have. I miss dancing now I am 21 and real life kicks in I just don't have the time. But It also reminds me how happy I was to be in the zone and to be a part of dance shows and stage productions to be able to forget the world and just to concentrate on the movements of my body. The song "I Did It My Way" always brings a tear to my eye as it was playing the last time I ever danced properly, my last dance lesson at school before leaving.
Another song that will always hold a special place for me is "I will wait for you" My boyfriend, who was my best friend at this time sent me the link to the song through youtube and I remember listening to the song and it broke my heart, this one the first realisation that I had that he liked me more than a friend and I was so overwhelmed I used to play it over and over again. Me being 14 years old I had never had anyone feel that way about me. That song amongst other little chats started a wonderful and memorable start for me and my boyfriend and we are still together seven and a half years later. We also share other songs together which always make me smile and remember all of the reason I love him so much.
What influence does music have on your life?
Amy
Never be afraid to try out Primark's perfume range, you will be pleasantly surprised how well they have done. Now having a bigger Primark in my home town there is more choice to choose from and I couldn't resist buying this little beauty at £2 (10ml) which is a rollerball perfume in "He Loves Me" the packaging is really sweet and draws you in. They also stock spray perfumes in this scent which I am very tempted to buy next time.
The scent has a sweet, floral and fruity smell, making it divine and it's not to overpowering. The rollerball is perfect for touch ups on the go and this little beauty is small enough to carry around in your handbag daily.
Primark's are definitely upping their game in the fashion, makeup and beauty industry and I would recommend giving the little roll on perfume and then decided whether it's for you and the full sized versions are only £6!
Have you tried any of the Primark Perfumes?
Amy
In the fashion world every season comes with a new trend and Autumn was the ripped jeans. I may be a little late at getting on trend, mainly as I am on a budget like many people. I was sorting through my wardrobe the other day and found so many pairs of jeans that I don't wear so I thought would I wear them if I ripped them?
They are available in most high street shops but I thought I would have a go myself, anyone can rip a pair of jeans at a fraction of the price. If you don't have a pair of jean already Primark is the place to go as you can pick up a pair for £7 in many colours. The pair of jeans I used were Primark ones and they cost me £4 in the sale a while back.
To make your ripped jeans you will need a pair of scissors, a pen and a nail file. When researching online about ripping your jeans many people have used sandpaper, which I do not have so I thought a nail file would do the same job and more accessible for women.
I found it easiest to wear the jeans and to mark on with a pen where I wanted the rips to go, getting them perfectly to fit my knees. If you have jeans that are too long in length you could always cut the bottoms also giving that rough feeling to them which i did to mine as I am petite.
Next take your jeans off and start cutting I only cut about a 1cm long and then used my hands to pull the gap out as desired so it wouldn't leave and straight cuts as for these jeans we don't want perfection.
Using the nail file you can go over your cuts to give that fayed effect and you can also use tweezers to pull the threads out more if that's the effect you are going for.
Now I own a pair of cheap and trendy ripped jeans, perfect for styling. I would love to hear if you have a go at this yourself!
Amy
This is my first outfit day of the post, I was searching through my holiday clothes from last year and found this beautiful jump suit. The sun was shining so there I simply had to put it on Spring is the season for long jumpsuits! I tried the best I could with the photos to show you but as you can see the sun was constantly in my eyes no matter where I positioned myself.
Anyways, this jump suit is from Primark - If you follow me already you will know Primark is my number one shop recently but I can go shopping crazy when I am in there lately It's not good!
This beauty was priced at £12 when I purchased it last year I can't wait to see what jumpsuits Primarks bring out this year I love them they are so comfy and lightweight.
What are your views on jump suits?
Amy
Blush Palette "Golden Sugar"
Where to begin with this product, it is simply beautiful and and a must have for every woman's make up collection. I was so happy to see that Make Up revolution had also included a mirror which impressed me straight away. It was a mere £6 and it was worth every penny!
It contains eight different shades, mostly shimmers and one matte colour. The silver colour is a little to light to do anything with other than to highlight are the eye area, which I don't tend to do. But as for the other seven shades and have used them in my everyday make up routine at some point,
What I love is that the shades are different from one another and distinct in their own way. From silver to gold and to pink and more of a bronzing effect. giving you plenty of choice to choose from depending on the look you are going for.
Have you tried any of the Makeup Revolution blushers or bronzers?
Amy
