At 2 am to be precise. A late night - you may think, but this is actually quite early for me! It's been ages since I've shared my gratitude in the hope that the reader will follow suit so here goes...
I'm thankful for the following:
the indian food we have available to us locally, of which I am currently digesting a mammoth portion of. Plus free coke, due to Alex's generosity. It was cheap and in this modern age we aren't required to go to the resturant to eat it!
watching films you've wanted to see for ages. Recently I showed my friends 'True Romance' - a film I love, and tonight I saw 'Get him to the Greek' which was pretty good for a film everyone raves on about at 16!
The fact my group members were so accepting of my negligence regarding pre-arranged meetings and how kind the head of department was when I was summoned to see him! Scary 'head teacher's office' moment there.
Vodka and fanta orange is the new black. £3.45 for a double and it tastes just like fizzy drink. Voila.
A more budding social life, at last.
My hair looking nice today and people complimenting my pictures. We all love compliments, especially about pictures!
Thursday, 2 February 2012
Wednesday, 10 August 2011
It has been so many months
since I have been on here. Let me explain that my sister (29, single, enjoys long walks on the ground...because we don't have any nice beaches in England) moved into my bedroom on June 10th and parked her bed right-smack-bang in the middle! With her she brought her computer and the thought of blogging like a busy bee now that I had stuck it to the man and left my retail job was all too exciting. Sadly my excitement was in vain because everytime I typed out a post, the 'PUBLISH POST' button would decline by acting like it didn't exist. No post for you.
It seems her brand new dell desktop didn't like Blogger and all of it's ramblin' glory. Consequently I have been absent for weeks'n'months'n'whatnot and for this I am sorry.
To make up for this huge hole that was undoubtedly punched into your life, I shall compensate by whoring out my blogging skills like I'm working on the sunset strip. That didn't make sense but neither does life itself so nevermind.
Stay tuned folks.
It seems her brand new dell desktop didn't like Blogger and all of it's ramblin' glory. Consequently I have been absent for weeks'n'months'n'whatnot and for this I am sorry.
To make up for this huge hole that was undoubtedly punched into your life, I shall compensate by whoring out my blogging skills like I'm working on the sunset strip. That didn't make sense but neither does life itself so nevermind.
Stay tuned folks.
Monday, 6 June 2011
Why put a Christmas film on now?
Stop teasing me! It's over 7 months until christmas. I KNOW, the tv doesn't need to remind me. It was Home Alone 2: Lost In New York - THE best christmas film.
*Sings* "laaaast christmas...I gave you my heart"
*Sings* "laaaast christmas...I gave you my heart"
Thursday, 2 June 2011
Things I Love Thursday
The new version of the library. It's easy to use, clear,busy - I love it!
Being free from the bakery :)
...but having a present waiting for me!
My friend emailing me and the prospect of us meeting up and going to the West End. Yesyesyess.
The idea of my sister moving back in for a while so I won't be alone *sadface*
SUMMER'S HERE!
Not bumping into my ex boyfriend! Yay!
Strangers who talk to you and give you sweeties. I forgot you shouldn't accept sweets from a stranger and then half my tooth landed on my tongue...that's today's life lesson huh.
My brother buying a new kettle. The other one broke and we've been using a pan on the cooker for the past 3 days! Despair.
&
My brother also lent me his earphones as my (L)earphone decided to break a little.
Being free from the bakery :)
...but having a present waiting for me!
My friend emailing me and the prospect of us meeting up and going to the West End. Yesyesyess.
The idea of my sister moving back in for a while so I won't be alone *sadface*
SUMMER'S HERE!
Not bumping into my ex boyfriend! Yay!
Strangers who talk to you and give you sweeties. I forgot you shouldn't accept sweets from a stranger and then half my tooth landed on my tongue...that's today's life lesson huh.
My brother buying a new kettle. The other one broke and we've been using a pan on the cooker for the past 3 days! Despair.
&
My brother also lent me his earphones as my (L)earphone decided to break a little.
Broken headphones!
My tooth just fell out as I was chewing on a toffee sweet. It was a crown so it's left a little-pointy-metal-thing that I am compulsively touching because it feels interesting.
I'm googling Madonna&SeanPenn because apparently they had a violent marriage that I only became aware of yesterday. Should I be doing this? No, I should be revising but the library is packed and I see no table space so...
Trying to get some volunteering sorted out for summer, I can't wait for this exam to be over!
Also disappointed by GalaDarling's lack of updates since the other day - it's Thursday! Where the TILT?
I wish American Idol was on tonight!
I'm googling Madonna&SeanPenn because apparently they had a violent marriage that I only became aware of yesterday. Should I be doing this? No, I should be revising but the library is packed and I see no table space so...
Trying to get some volunteering sorted out for summer, I can't wait for this exam to be over!
Also disappointed by GalaDarling's lack of updates since the other day - it's Thursday! Where the TILT?
I wish American Idol was on tonight!
Monday, 23 May 2011
How to make a good first impression - Body Language tips!
The first few seconds of meeting somebody are crucial because that’s the optimum time for making a good impression. Which isn’t very long! Hence why using simple tricks can help to cement you as the likable person you are to whoever has the pleasure of meeting you. First I’ll concentrate on the physical aspect - as it’s the most crucial - before giving you a conversational guide of how to endear somebody to your unique personality.
Step One: Smile :).
Inevitable but true! The reasons are obvious: everybody wants to be happy and happiness is represented by a smile… and a smile turns into laugher; which is infectious. As we all want to be happy we are naturally drawn to positive, friendly people instead of those who look miserable. Also, if you have a stern or sad look on your face you don’t look very approachable! Smiling is a way of saying “I like you, talk to me” to somebody’s subconscious mind and it’ll make you feel happier as a side effect.
Step Two: Elbow Touch
The elbow touch is a body language secret. If you brush somebody’s elbow for less than a second they‘re prone to feel positively about you (do so without them realising or they may question your attraction to human joints). It’s a hard trick to pull off but it really works! If you ever have to shake somebody’s hand you could use your left hand to subtly graze their elbow and just watch them smile back at you.
Step Three: Open arms
Open body language is very important. Closed body language - from arms to legs, says that you are thinking negative thoughts and are unlikely to be engrossed in the person you’re with. On the contrary open body language says you are an honest and happy person who they want to be around. Ensure you face the person directly, with a level standing and open palms while you’re in conversation.
Step Four: Posture
Stand straight! Slouching is commonly associated with insecurity and laziness, which are both undesirable traits. In truth many people have them but regardless I’m assuming you’d rather project yourself as confident and capable, in which case hold your head up high and arch your back. It’ll command respect and you will consciously feel more powerful as a result. It’s all trickery!
Eye Contact
As with posture, this is about confidence. Not being able to maintain eye contact with someone usually means you’re unsure of yourself and therefore sending out the message that you aren’t worth knowing really. This is of course not true! So when you’re both speaking and listening to somebody, always look them straight in the eye (for a comfortable period of time) and you’ll have their attention whilst letting them know you have theirs.
Step Five: Head Tilt
It’s a well known fact that the secret to being a great conversationalist is to listen. Nothing else is as effective because the reality is that people love talking about themselves. Even people who claim otherwise do - they just love talking about what they don’t like about themselves instead of what they do. So in conversation, you want to do everything you can to convey to the speaker that you’re listening and not just waiting for your turn to speak. When you speak your head should be straight but as the other person responds, tilt your head and nod occasionally to affirm your ears are in fact working. To further confirm your understanding try to include agreeing sounds such as “mm” and “yeah” as they talk (when appropriate) so they feel like their opinion is valued! Using the head tilt also shows you’re sympathetic to their viewpoint and implies you’re thinking about what they’re saying, even if you’re thinking “I wonder if this head tilt thing has worked yet because my neck is starting to ache a little…”
Step One: Smile :).
Inevitable but true! The reasons are obvious: everybody wants to be happy and happiness is represented by a smile… and a smile turns into laugher; which is infectious. As we all want to be happy we are naturally drawn to positive, friendly people instead of those who look miserable. Also, if you have a stern or sad look on your face you don’t look very approachable! Smiling is a way of saying “I like you, talk to me” to somebody’s subconscious mind and it’ll make you feel happier as a side effect.
Step Two: Elbow Touch
The elbow touch is a body language secret. If you brush somebody’s elbow for less than a second they‘re prone to feel positively about you (do so without them realising or they may question your attraction to human joints). It’s a hard trick to pull off but it really works! If you ever have to shake somebody’s hand you could use your left hand to subtly graze their elbow and just watch them smile back at you.
Step Three: Open arms
Open body language is very important. Closed body language - from arms to legs, says that you are thinking negative thoughts and are unlikely to be engrossed in the person you’re with. On the contrary open body language says you are an honest and happy person who they want to be around. Ensure you face the person directly, with a level standing and open palms while you’re in conversation.
Step Four: Posture
Stand straight! Slouching is commonly associated with insecurity and laziness, which are both undesirable traits. In truth many people have them but regardless I’m assuming you’d rather project yourself as confident and capable, in which case hold your head up high and arch your back. It’ll command respect and you will consciously feel more powerful as a result. It’s all trickery!
Eye Contact
As with posture, this is about confidence. Not being able to maintain eye contact with someone usually means you’re unsure of yourself and therefore sending out the message that you aren’t worth knowing really. This is of course not true! So when you’re both speaking and listening to somebody, always look them straight in the eye (for a comfortable period of time) and you’ll have their attention whilst letting them know you have theirs.
Step Five: Head Tilt
It’s a well known fact that the secret to being a great conversationalist is to listen. Nothing else is as effective because the reality is that people love talking about themselves. Even people who claim otherwise do - they just love talking about what they don’t like about themselves instead of what they do. So in conversation, you want to do everything you can to convey to the speaker that you’re listening and not just waiting for your turn to speak. When you speak your head should be straight but as the other person responds, tilt your head and nod occasionally to affirm your ears are in fact working. To further confirm your understanding try to include agreeing sounds such as “mm” and “yeah” as they talk (when appropriate) so they feel like their opinion is valued! Using the head tilt also shows you’re sympathetic to their viewpoint and implies you’re thinking about what they’re saying, even if you’re thinking “I wonder if this head tilt thing has worked yet because my neck is starting to ache a little…”
Thursday, 19 May 2011
Things I Love Thursday!
The way I've styled my outfit today. I have a tucked in salmon vest top BUT I promise you it works! I'll show you...
Having the internet back! Sort of... it's a necessity.
My ongoing 'positivity' quest.
Eating 3 doughtnuts in one day and not feeling guilty about it! OH WELL :D
My mum saying something optimistic for a change "go out and enjoy life" - aww.
Watching previously unseen Charlieissocoollike videos
eg:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2MqOoE-ICrc&feature=related
Listening to the Ian Lee show because it is hilarious.
The fact Fable 3 finally arrived (it isn't for me - games bore me!)
Writing on my blog and replying to comments.Blogspehere is a cool place to be.
Having a cunning money-making plan.
Planning a trip around Europe with my friend Zahra. Wooot!
Finding out my exam is when I thought it was so still having time for revision.
Everything I have to look forward to over the next few days/weeks/months.
GETTING PAID.
Share with me what you love. Gogogo.
Having the internet back! Sort of... it's a necessity.
My ongoing 'positivity' quest.
Eating 3 doughtnuts in one day and not feeling guilty about it! OH WELL :D
My mum saying something optimistic for a change "go out and enjoy life" - aww.
Watching previously unseen Charlieissocoollike videos
eg:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2MqOoE-ICrc&feature=related
Listening to the Ian Lee show because it is hilarious.
The fact Fable 3 finally arrived (it isn't for me - games bore me!)
Writing on my blog and replying to comments.Blogspehere is a cool place to be.
Having a cunning money-making plan.
Planning a trip around Europe with my friend Zahra. Wooot!
Finding out my exam is when I thought it was so still having time for revision.
Everything I have to look forward to over the next few days/weeks/months.
GETTING PAID.
Share with me what you love. Gogogo.
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