30 Day Snap Challenge

Hey Guys, 3 more days till the 30 day snap challenge, WHOO HOO!

Its a strange thing to get excited about but I'm new to this whole blogging and it's different. I love getting excited over different experiences.

The idea itself came from Sprinkle Of Glitter, so it is indeed a challenge.

So, this little adventure will be slightly difficult but it'll be my mission to make it FUN. You may be asking yourselves, "How on earth would it be difficult?", well my darlings, this 30 day challenge will be something I would like to look back on and see what my life consisted of. So I don't want the predictable pictures of, "Oooh a television, how exciting", or a cupboard full of sweets with a picture of me beside it drooling. No I think this challenge is a good way to keep me active and start becoming creative. Like I said in one of my previous blogs, I want this a Summer to remember. So this document of my life will hopefully show many of my fun Summer moments.

 For example they could be pictures of spending a beautiful evening in the park with the family, going out for a meal, finding a gorgeous outfit, or even a picture of yourself wearing a smile. These pictures should bring you backin time when you scan through them in years to come.

This little photo will be added to my daily photos, so you'll know that it belongs to the 30 day snap, and not to my other separate blogs.

I am really looking forward to it, and what I love most about it, is that the ideas come from me, so there's no need to be comparing myself to anyone. This will be all about challenging my creativity and in ways my confidence.

Also I'm excited to see what others have in store with this 30 day snap challenge. And hopefully, fingers-crossed, perhaps I'll find some new bloggers that I'll find interesting.

Who else is as excited as I am for this challenge? Your welcome to join me on this challenge :) 3 days, countdown is on... YAY :D

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Sunday Family Day Out

Today, me and my family went to the park and visited 'Kilronan  Castle' which was near by. It was the sort of a day for a spin really.I was so unfortunate to not get any photos of the park, as it was mostly raining... no way am I destroying my Canon Baby. But it was such a pity because bluebells were to be seen everywhere, hidden under the trees. It was such a pretty site. And I couldn't remember the last time I stepped in Kilronan Castle, (maybe around the age of 11) so I was looking forward to seeing it again.

This reminded me of Narnia.

                                     

Daisys were seen everywhere, to me a daisy symbolizes summer. There can't be any other flower. 

 My brother looked like some spy with his black clothes and earphones. Hmm, tad bit strange.

 This had me questioning what was seen as attractive back in those times, seriously red tights, a cape and for some strange reason... holding a bird?

 I was wondering would this be a tad bit OTT for my ensuite bathroom? Oh wait I think I can see Dobby on top...... "Hey Dobby!"

Beautiful staircase.

This spa was amazing, even the pool had chandeliers.

My Darling Mother with her posh pose.

I went to the bathroom like 3 times, just for washing my hands... NOT FOR ANY OTHER REASON, but this handwash smelled great :)

And finally my brother met an actual friend, not imaginary this time. 

The Castle is supposed to be one of Irelands most luxurious hotel Castles. I was surprised, seeing how small it was. But it was lovely to return after so many years.

Do you have any places on where I should visit? I'll be heading to London next week, so feel free to give me ideas on where I should go.

So for now, Au Revoir lil biscuit.

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Things to do this Summer

Hello Everybody,

 Summer Holz are almost here, and I suspect you're all shaking with excitement to get away from work, to get away to another country, and of course to soak up some sunshine :) 

So I plan on doing all, but however, I've planned on adding a little more sunshine into my life. By having a list with everything I plan on doing this Summer. I want to look back on this Summer and smile at the memories. Sadly enough, I haven't had a great Summer to remember since 3 years ago, so I'm determined to make this a Summer to Remember!

Summer To Do List

Stay fit - Every Summer I always keep up with my exercise, I find that it is the best time to exercise, with doing activities outside, you can never get bored, instead of being stuck indoors at Winter.

Get Healthy - Over the last 6 years, I've become so unhealthy. I have no appetite and at times I forget to eat. It's a very serious problem, and I'm sure I shall try to talk about it in one of my future blogs.

Dress up - As I am heading to Barnet, England for this Summer (and I'm ecstatic bout the whole thing) I'm looking forward to trying on stylish clothes, flowery dresses, maxi skirts... because in Ireland I've recognized how there isn't much style. You would feel self-conscience about people judging you. (All I see is tracksuits and hoodies... I mean if your a girl, dress up for god sake)

Social Networking - I'm new to the whole twitter, blogging and such... so go easy on me :) I really want to put up more videos on You Tube, singing that is, and perhaps, a slight chance, I may start some vlogs. That'd be fun :) Plus I have my NEW SHINY CAMERA... luv taking pictures... I say I was a photographer in my previous life. So you'll all get to see fun, interesting pictures :D

BFF Time - Over the last few Summers I haven't really spent much time with my BFF Edel, @Edel_Belle, we've been busy and I was worrying about this Summer because of our little fights we've been having this year, so she is coming over to London, and we'll get to spend EVERY MINUTE with each other heehee. God help her, cos I'm a handful!

Site Seeing - Along with my brother and BFF, we'll be site seeing, museums, parks in London, going to theaters, shopping, trying out different restaurants, going to the Cinema and with some luck, an actual Premier. I've never been and I'd love to meet Tanya Burr and Jim Chapman at it, (more than the celebs).

Family Time - I'm mostly with my Aunt, Uncle, Favorite Cousin, and brother this Summer. And I rarely get to see them. I'm extremely close to my Aunt and Cousin. After losing my Gran a few months ago, my Aunt reminds me of her, and so I like being close to her. Family is one of the most important things in my life. I would be a different person if I grew up without such loving people.

So hopefully one by one, they will be ticked off, and will give me the perfect Summer.

What are you all looking forward to this Summer? Feel free to comment on what your plans are, or what other fun ideas that can be done during this Summer :)

My Experience with Loss

Everyone loses someone very close to them at some point in their lives. And it's with dealing with this loss that helps us transform us into the beings we are. Now I can only talk about my own experience and how it has affected me in my life. I lost my Grand-mother (Granny, as I called her) back only a few months ago, February 24th 2013. And it was unexpected really. She had been diagnosed two years ago, with Multiple Myeloma, a type of cancer that is found in the plasma cells, that is found in the bone marrow. After finally beating the cancer last year, it returned last January. This was her 5th time getting cancer.

My Mum had me at a very young age, and so she had to work, as well as my Dad. My Mum moved away with my little brother to Dublin, for her new job and my Dad traveled with his work. So I was brought up with my Granny and Granddad. My Granny was sent home just days before she died, because we were told there was nothing that could be done for her. I sat by her side everyday talking to her as though everything was ok. The last strength she had was when she squeezed my hand and to this day I'll never forget it. Her hands were warm as they normally were. I didn't feel afraid when she died, I was glad she was done with her suffering, but the shock and tension in the room was so over-powering. I cried just the once that morning, and I think I depended on other people for distractions. I wasn't ready to say good-bye to the woman who was more of a mother to me. And denial is what everyone goes through at first, with grieving.

I felt only shock and disbelief at her funeral. I didn't even think to glance at her coffin, it seemed to me like any other mass. Only when seeing my Mother and Aunts cry, tears would start streaming down my face. And I realized I had to be braver and stronger for them. I think it's selfish to think about only yourself at a time like that. I was needed else where for my Mum, and it's with this determination that helped me deal with her loss. I have such faith in that she is looking down on me, or that she is near me, that she can hear and see me. I want her to know that her family take care of each other, and that this makes us stronger. Knowing that we have people in our lives who look out for us. To feel alone in this world has to be the most scariest thing I imagine. How else would we get by each day? How would we smile and laugh? It's the people that we love and who have inspired us that shape us into our actual selves. I'll always remember the good times I had with my Grand-mother, I'll remember the stories she told me, and with these memories, they'll help me day by day.

I plan on making a dairy that will contain the most precious memories I have of her. And hopefully one day, I can tell future family members, nieces and nephews, what an extraordinary person she was. My Granny never complained in how much pain she was in, for the fear of upsetting me, well, I in return will do the same for her. I will not let her see me cry every night, I will show her how happy I am, how thankful I am for life. All I want is for her to be proud of me and in doing so, by living an adventurous and happy life as she did.

Just know that there are Councillors that deal with grief and are very helpful. Don't try to deal with it alone, because it'll be a life sadly wasted. Be courageous and ask for help.

My Love for Beyonces Music

She's the person I go to when I'm feeling up or down... so she is an idol of mine. Hopefully one day I will get to see her :) 'Resentment' and 'Flaws and All' are absolute favorites of mine. She has this passion that not many artists do have. She would be the role model of Artists of whom I would love to be.

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Introduction

Well first off, my name is Michaela Higgins, Kayla preferably. I'm 20 years old and am from Ireland. I am hoping to get a degree in Nursing in England. I attended College over here in Ireland this year but the Coarse wasn't something that I was interested in, Quantity Surveying... what? I know believe it or not I never knew what it was until last year. I wanted to get my dream Coarse which was Music, but it didn't work out. To be honest my motivation in studying is terrible. My real passion is Music. I love to sing, play piano, guitar and funny enough I'm fairly good at the traditional tin-whistle. I only like reading before going to bed. And I love playing sports, football, basketball and swimming. Over the last few years my taste in style has changed. I discovered what styles of fashion best suited me. And it was around that time when I started losing my confidence, yes it's unusual. Most people you say build their confidence, well, I sorta lost mine. And the self-esteem issues didn't help either. But I have been improving. I've been coming along with good progress in how I see myself and with what aspects I'm happy with. My aim is to be content with myself and to be happy with the life I have.What you will see in my blogs will be more of a progression of my transformation. You'll get to know me better, find out random things I like, do and so on. I'll give opinions on different topics and I would appreciate it if you could help me along. Question me on what your thoughts are, and what you would like to find out about me.I have done some singing on you tube and I have only recently got a new camera, soooooo new, much improved videos will be put up soon enough in the Summer. Therefore if you find me interesting (strange, or wacky) your much more than welcome to tag along... so follow me if you wish, there needs to be a better way of saying "Follow me"... I feel as though I'm welcoming stalkers into my life, and ain't nobody got time for that!

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