Sunday Update.

I have a bit of spare time on my hands, so I have decided to blog a bit, as I have been lacking a lot recently.  

School's been jam-packed.  I've had exams already which aren't fun:(  I've had to study a lot, and as it gets nearer to Christmas, I've had more rehearsals with my theatre group for panto this year.  It's been tiring, but I'm sure it will be rewarding in the end:)

I went to see FUN. earlier on this month, I had a great time.  It was an opportunity to just let my hair down and have a good time:)

It's finally Autumn!  My favourite season of the year.  I love wearing chunky knits and shades of burgundy and brown.  I love walking home from school and arriving into a warm home with rosy cheeks and making myself a cuppa.  

Until next time,

Nicola x

Apologies for the Inconvenience.

I am deeply sorry for not blogging recently, I couldn't begin to tell you how busy I am.

I've had a lot of assessments/exams, and I'm just starting to get into the routine of homework and studying at this rate, there's just so much to do!

And I will just give a quick say that I'm in a relationship now, and I am as happy as can be.  No, it's not with the guy I thought I liked, but he was disguised as my best friend the whole time.  I did realise that I liked him more, but I didn't believe it until recently.  I feel so lucky to have the perfect guy for me, a few happy posts coming up soon!

Jasmine's prize arrived safely thankfully, and I'm so glad to see that she likes it!

I just want to say that I won't be posting a lot now that I have a lot of work and extra-curricular activities to do.  I will try my best to post at least once a week, but I'm aiming for 2 or 3, depending on the workload!

So, hi.  I'm back.

Nicola x

10 Things I Love About Autumn.

Autumn is my favourite season.  These are my favourite things about it:

1. stepping on crunchy leaves

2. wearing knitted jumpers & beanies

3. going for long walks and going rosy

4. the auburn & brown colours

5. the early-morning frost

6. dark early nights

7. warming up with a cup of hot chocolate

8. warm comfort food

9. dark nail polish

10. the crisp, cold air

what are your favourite things?

Nicola x

My Sunday in Pictures.

I've been thinking that I haven't posted a "Day in Pictures' in ages!  This is my Sunday:

Ooh, I do love a bit of Biology studying *sarcastic face*.  It's a chore, but it has to be done!  A 'How I Study' Post will be up in the next week:)

I also did a bit of blogging today:D  I've been working on a 'School Apps' post, will be up very soon!

I've been practising my viola, I don't think you've seen it yet!  Well, here it is.  I've been playing for nearly 6 years now, and I'm on Grade 5:)

Loving this book!  I'm nearly finished, would you like a review on it afterwards?

And here is a picture of my fluffy socks, this is why I love cold weather.  I love being cosy inside!  Tomorrow there will be a '10 Things I Love About Autumn' post:)

Hope you've had a lovely Sunday,

Nicola x

Postman Pat and his Black-and-White Cat.

I got the loveliest surprise through my letterbox yesterday!  Here's a peek:

A big thankyou to the wonderful Leah over at Un arc-en Vintage - I love it!

In the package was a perfect notebook - one that describes me!  Along with that was a pretty pencil case, some adorable shoe laces and the cutest card!

I love receiving parcels, they're so much more exciting than being given something.  Thanks again, Leah!

Nicola x

Finding Me Again Update 3/4.

It's the last week of month 4 which is 'Get Your Grin On'.

I've not been feeling myself recently, just quite a lot of friendship issues getting me down.

But I have been happier, because other people are supporting me and wanting me to sit with them if things don't work out okay:)  That makes me feel good, knowing that people are there for you:)

Well, I know this is quick:)  We're now on month 4 which is an all round review of everything that I've done:

 - Eating Better

 - Exercise

 - Get Your Grin On

I'm thinking this one will be a bit of a challenge, but I'm up for it!

Nicola x

A Trip to the Post Office...

I've not been to the post office in a while, I'm always relying on mum to send gifts or I'm sending messages through the internet.

The reason that I was at the post office today was to send Jasmine's giveaway prize!

I am very excited to see if she likes it, it's my first giveaway, after all!

This is what it looks like (without the brown envelope, of course).

Ah, I love this wrapping paper!

As I was asking in my previous post, would you be interested in another giveaway?  Not one that's too soon, perhaps Halloween or Christmas?

Or would you prefer a competition where a winner is picked?

I love buying gifts for some reason, it's so fun!

lots of string and brown envelopes,

Nicola x