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For those of you who know, my other half is rather artistic and I am rather girly (sometimes!). Combine the 2 and what do you get? Fasntastically painted nails of course!

Here are a few for now, there are more but I can't find my card reader! Bollocks. I'll have a hunt tomorrow and see if I can find it!

(NB: These are not in chronological order, they're in the order I found them on my computer!)

1. Pacman!

I had seen this on a picture on Google and instantly wanted it! I'm a Pacman geek, as is M. He made it look completely effortless. It must have been so difficult as my nails are teeny tiny! I loved it then and still do now!

2. Domo Kun!

 3. A Bumbley-Bee!

I saw this on a YouTube video I believe, the girl doing the video had this on her nails. I begged M for ages to do it, it was tricky as I didn't have my Nail Dotters then, it was all done with an old paintbrush of mine. I loved the finished result and that each nail is unique!

4. Paw Prints!

5. Animalistic!

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I know what you're going to say, and yes I agree, I am a horrible person for not updating in literally months!

So much has gone on in the past few months I don't even know where to start!

Firstly, and most importantly, I secured a place at university. As of the 6th of September I will be a student bum - I cannot wait! Off to Napier to study Accounting with Human Resource Management! The next 4 years are going to be so hectic!

Secondly, I had my operation in May, just a wee diagnostic laparoscopy but I was still bricking it! The didn't find anything, which was on the one hand a relief but on the other hand a slight let down. I was hoping my Doctor would be able to give me some sort of explanation as to where this pain is coming from, however, it wasn't meant to be. I have my follow up appointment next week so I will let you know how that goes!

Thirdly, I'm redecorating my room. It's time for a change. Lilac was sooooo teenage me(!) I'm getting some new furniture as well, got my new desk earlier today. It's stunning. Black glass with 6 little silver squares marking where the legs are underneath. Gorgeous. I can imagine many late nights trying to complete coursework before Monday morning! Ordering some new wardrobes/drawers tomorrow and off to pick out some paint samples at the weekend! I'm thinking a rose taupe on the far wall with the other 3 a light taupe-y colour so it doesn't just look "pink". I think I get over excited about these things but I just feel like it'll be a fresh start before uni. Which is what I think is needed.

Fourthly (that's a word right?!), I have a fringe! My first proper fringe in about 4 years! I let the last one grow out and just kept it long. It finally got to me, that I've had the same hairstyle since I was about 16, so I grabbed the scissors and hacked until I was happy! I think I did not too bad a job? (See below!)

It kind of goes along with my "fresh start" I think, new hair, new room, new me sort of thing.

What else to tell you? Those of you who I'm close to will know what has happened recently and why I can't/won't divulge it on my blog. However, let's just say things are happening, there is a plan in place and the necessary steps are being taken to avoid a repeat performance!

Until next time!

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It's been a while I know buuuut I wanted to actually have something to write about!

My Auntie, who lives in London, came up for a wee visit this week which was nice! I haven't seen her since last January which is just crap! Anyway, she came up, we swapped Christmas/birthday presents etc... lots of cupcake related things and jewellery for me - the woman knows me well! Got 3 new charms for my bracelet and some gorgeous black coral earrings from Mexico :) LOVELOVELOVE!

We went to IKEA on Thursday as I would like a new desk for my room as mine is wrecked! I hate IKEA.. It just gives me a headache! Didn't manage to get a desk, I need to measure my room and have a proper think about it as I want something that's going to last me a long long time -  not something that I'll get bored of in 3 years. The only thing I got was a wee piping set - I know it's IKEA but I've had some baking stuff from them before and it's actually really good quality at a brilliant price.. win-win situation!

We didn't really do much else while she was up, just relaxed, chatted, I tidied my room, it was a nice few wee days :)

My Auntie went home on Friday... Back down to London. I had this masquerade party so went hunting for a mask up and down Morningside - they had nothing! I bought a sparkly top hat instead which I didn't even wear...

Anyway on to the party - it was awesome! Caught up with a few people I haven't seen since school and met some new people too. Left early to go get chips... Which, as I wasn't allowed to eat them in the cab, I ended up eating in my bed (because I'm THAT amazing). Had a really nice cab driver as well, chatted the whole way home. I love cabbies like that, it makes the fare worth it when they actually have a personality!

This morning I had a work trial at a local cattery. It snowed overnight so needless to say that a mile trek through the snow, in my trainers, with a hangover, was not the most pleasant thing I have ever experienced! However, the wee cattery (I say "wee" - it can hold up to 140 cats in individual chalets, not including if the cats are sharing!), was so nice, everyone was so friendly and it satisfies my "crazy cat lady"-ness :D

That's about it really, it's been a busy few days but a good few days! Next week will be more mental so expect lots of new blog posts!

Bye for now loves!

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It's been a bit of a mixed day for me. Full of triumph and disaster!

Firstly, triumph: Now, I know it's not exactly a difficult thing to do but I made a wee quiche today. I've been promising my Mum I'd make her one for about a month now and today I finally got off my bum and made it!

Here is the proof for all you non-believers ;):

(The "burnt looking black bits" are mushrooms.)

The triumph is more related to me actually feeling motivated to do something for a change, the last few months haven't been the best health wise, which as some of you will know can knock your motivation flat on its arse! I felt it was quite an achievement as I haven't felt like baking for a while, which isn't me at all!

Now on to disaster, as I was feeling very girly today I decided to don a dress. It's one of my favourite dresses and I'm sure a lot of you would recognise it. However, what I did not realise today, was just how windy it was... I went out to feed my Auntie's cats (she's away on holiday) and as I got out the car my dress decided to defy gravity. Just at this point about 6 cars decided to drive past me... Thus: humiliation. It's safe to say I won't be wearing this dress in windy weather again!

That's about all for today loves, away to see my best friend and his sexy new 3D TV tonight!

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Hello (currently non-existent) follower people.

I have a masquerade party next week, so me and my friend decided to go into town today to go for a wee hunt for a mask. Every single shop that sells masks was shut. What is up with that?! Every. Single. Shop. I must admit I'm quite disappointed with the shops in town as it now means I have to trek my way in later this week when I have other things to do!

It was at least a slightly productive day though, we managed to get our friend a present for his birthday so that's at least one thing off my to do list!

I also got the (not so) new BarryM Nail Effects Nail Paint - the one that crackles when you put it on. I was slightly sceptical as I haven't heard amazing reviews of it. However, I applied it not long after I got home and I have to say... I love it! It looks so different and each nail has a unique "pattern" on it. Don't think I'll be returning to "plain" nails anytime soon!

Also picked up a couple of the MUA products (£1 per item at Superdrug). For cheap drug-store make up their products are pretty good quality. Their eyeshadows are very pigmented and don't fade at all, even if worn all day and at such a low price I'd say that's pretty impressive!

That's all for today loves, just a wee quickie ;)

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