Yesterday, I spent a whole day at college in preparation for next year. It was brilliant! We got to see what our lessons would be like and meet the people that would be in our classes. I was already looking forward to next year, but now I am even more certain it is what I want to be doing.
After a quick tutor period, we went to our first lesson, English Lit for me, where I managed to make a new friend. Then I had Psychology, before a free burger for lunch. Finally I had Graphics, the subject I was looking forward to most. We started off by creating pictograms to represent films, then had a look at the final pieces from previous years. The work was amazing. I was half pleased and half scared that I would be expected to create work like that!
We were also told how college life is much more relaxed than school, but without the responsibility of being an adult at university. I think I am going to have a brilliant 2 years. Student life here I come!
Friday 30 June 2017
Wednesday 28 June 2017
Prom Night Partying
On Monday I had my Prom! It was brilliant, even better than I thought it would be. I loved every minute.
I wore a bright red lacy cocktail dress, black strappy wedges and a black beaded bag. I had my hair curly and swished round to one side, which I did myself. I went in a 1960 mini with one of my friends. I was going for unique!
After photos and a meal together, the teachers gave out awards to us all. I got the "Mother Hen Award" as I loved and looked after the school chickens, as well as some other pupils and a couple of teachers! The other awards ranged from "Potty Mouth Award For Inappropriate Language in an Essay" to "Best Gelled Hair".
Then, it was time for dancing. My mad psychology teacher pranced about wearing a unicorn head whilst my maths teacher did some serious dad dancing moves. Me and my best friend danced like crazy to Shout Out To My Ex and 24 Carat Magic, before hanging out on the balcony. Then, it was onto the after party.
The after party was the best bit of the night. We all went back to the house of one of the girls in our year. It had friends from the year above and below, as well as everyone from our year. It had disco lights, cool music and a photo booth. I may have got a little tipsy, but I was definitely not as bad as some of the others!
The next morning however, I slept until 11! I was not in a good state for writing, so I had to leave the blogging until today. I have recovered now though, ready for my college induction day tomorrow! I will tell you all about that when I get home. Have you had your prom yet?
I wore a bright red lacy cocktail dress, black strappy wedges and a black beaded bag. I had my hair curly and swished round to one side, which I did myself. I went in a 1960 mini with one of my friends. I was going for unique!
After photos and a meal together, the teachers gave out awards to us all. I got the "Mother Hen Award" as I loved and looked after the school chickens, as well as some other pupils and a couple of teachers! The other awards ranged from "Potty Mouth Award For Inappropriate Language in an Essay" to "Best Gelled Hair".
Then, it was time for dancing. My mad psychology teacher pranced about wearing a unicorn head whilst my maths teacher did some serious dad dancing moves. Me and my best friend danced like crazy to Shout Out To My Ex and 24 Carat Magic, before hanging out on the balcony. Then, it was onto the after party.
The after party was the best bit of the night. We all went back to the house of one of the girls in our year. It had friends from the year above and below, as well as everyone from our year. It had disco lights, cool music and a photo booth. I may have got a little tipsy, but I was definitely not as bad as some of the others!
The next morning however, I slept until 11! I was not in a good state for writing, so I had to leave the blogging until today. I have recovered now though, ready for my college induction day tomorrow! I will tell you all about that when I get home. Have you had your prom yet?
Sunday 25 June 2017
Funny GCSE Answers
As I have been so busy doing my exams, I have not had much time to blog. Now I am on holiday, I will be posting much more often, hopefully every day. Watch this space!
Although I have finished taking my exams, I still have a couple of months to worry about the results. I am trying not to think about this though! In the mean time however, here are some funny test answers, back by popular demand. They are all from GCSE students in previous years. Hopefully, none of our papers are like this!
English:
The greatest writer of the Renaissance was William Shakespeare. He was born in the year 1564, supposedly on his birthday. He never made much money and is famous only because of his plays. He wrote tragedies, comedies, and hysterectomies, all in Islamic pentameter.
Science:
Gravity was invented by Issac Walton. It is chiefly noticeable in the autumn when the apples are falling off the trees.
History:
Ancient Egypt was inhabited by mummies and they all wrote in hydraulics. They lived in the Sarah Dessert and traveled by Camelot. The climate of the Sarah is such that the inhabitants have to live elsewhere.
Queen Elizabeth was the "Virgin Queen." As a queen she was a success. When she exposed herself before her troops they all shouted "hurrah."
Music:
Beethoven wrote music even though he was deaf. He was so deaf he wrote loud music. He took long walks in the forest even when everyone was calling for him. Beethoven expired in 1827 and later died for this.
If this sounds all too familiar, it is time to worry!
Although I have finished taking my exams, I still have a couple of months to worry about the results. I am trying not to think about this though! In the mean time however, here are some funny test answers, back by popular demand. They are all from GCSE students in previous years. Hopefully, none of our papers are like this!
English:
The greatest writer of the Renaissance was William Shakespeare. He was born in the year 1564, supposedly on his birthday. He never made much money and is famous only because of his plays. He wrote tragedies, comedies, and hysterectomies, all in Islamic pentameter.
Science:
Gravity was invented by Issac Walton. It is chiefly noticeable in the autumn when the apples are falling off the trees.
History:
Ancient Egypt was inhabited by mummies and they all wrote in hydraulics. They lived in the Sarah Dessert and traveled by Camelot. The climate of the Sarah is such that the inhabitants have to live elsewhere.
Queen Elizabeth was the "Virgin Queen." As a queen she was a success. When she exposed herself before her troops they all shouted "hurrah."
Music:
Beethoven wrote music even though he was deaf. He was so deaf he wrote loud music. He took long walks in the forest even when everyone was calling for him. Beethoven expired in 1827 and later died for this.
If this sounds all too familiar, it is time to worry!
Friday 23 June 2017
Designer Swimwear
A little while ago, I discovered the website UK Swimwear when they posted a comment on my blog. The company sell designer swimwear online. They have some really beautiful dresses and swimwear, lots of which have unusual designs and pretty detailing. A lot of it is crazy expensive though, way out of most teens price range! However, there are some more affordable items. Therefore, the ones I have featured on this blog are organised into two categories. First, I have my favourite piece, regardless of cost, and then a selection of their more affordable items.
My personal favourites:
Price from left to right: £152.95, £159.95, £119.95, £219.95
More Affordable Options:
Price from left to right: £55.95, £20.97, £24.98, £32.48
To view the full range, click on the link to visit the website below.
https://www.ukswimwear.com/swimsuits/shopby/sortpricelh
My personal favourites:
Price from left to right: £152.95, £159.95, £119.95, £219.95
More Affordable Options:
Price from left to right: £55.95, £20.97, £24.98, £32.48
To view the full range, click on the link to visit the website below.
https://www.ukswimwear.com/swimsuits/shopby/sortpricelh
Thursday 22 June 2017
Finally Free
I have finally finished my GCSEs! Although it feels odd to leave, I am loving my new found freedom. I can now do what I want, when I want. It is brilliant!
There is a new song I am a little bit obsessed with that reflects this feeling. It is called "Doing Me" and is by Mikey Mike. The song has been out a while, but is not well known, as it is an Indie track. It is about being free to be yourself without worrying what people think, which is definitely something I believe in. It also has an upbeat feel, perfect for summer. Have a listen below. Just to warn you though, it does have swearing, so play away from strict parents/ younger siblings.
Are you free from school yet?
There is a new song I am a little bit obsessed with that reflects this feeling. It is called "Doing Me" and is by Mikey Mike. The song has been out a while, but is not well known, as it is an Indie track. It is about being free to be yourself without worrying what people think, which is definitely something I believe in. It also has an upbeat feel, perfect for summer. Have a listen below. Just to warn you though, it does have swearing, so play away from strict parents/ younger siblings.
Are you free from school yet?
Tuesday 20 June 2017
I Have Given In!
After many years of avoiding Facebook, I have given in and decided to join. Here's why.
Reasons I did not want to join...
Reasons I did not want to join...
- If Facebook takes over the world by altering the minds of it's followers, I want to be among the free.
- A lot of bullying and arguing happens online and I don't want to be a part of it.
- I don't want to become addicted to it and never do anything else.
- I prefer the real world to the virtual one.
- I don't want people to stalk me.
- I want to keep in touch with all my friends when I leave school.
- My best friend keeps nagging me to join.
- I have friends that don't always have credit on their phone to text me.
- It costs money to send pictures to people, were as on Facebook it is free.
Sunday 18 June 2017
Not Long Left!
I have nearly finished my GCSEs! I take my final 2 exams this week, and then I am free until September. There is a part of me that is pleased it is all over, but I am upset it means I won't be coming into school anymore. There are a lot of people I will miss, including people from the year above and teachers as well as my classmates.
However, in weather like this, it is hard not to get excited about the prospect of an extra long summer of freedom. And after 2 months of revision, it can't come soon enough, even if it does mean leaving people behind. Are you leaving school soon? How do you feel about saying goodbye?
However, in weather like this, it is hard not to get excited about the prospect of an extra long summer of freedom. And after 2 months of revision, it can't come soon enough, even if it does mean leaving people behind. Are you leaving school soon? How do you feel about saying goodbye?
Wednesday 14 June 2017
Summer Plans
Over half term, I have got a new swimming costume! It is a bright turquoise tankini from Kulu, an Australian swimwear brand. It has gathered sides and the word Kulu in diamante at the bottom. I love it, although I have not had a chance to wear it swimming yet. Hopefully I can try it out this summer.
This summer, I am going to Cornwall for a few days with my parents. I am going to do some body boarding with my dad, as well as hanging out on the beach and walking my friend's dogs. My dad is also going to try and learn to surf, which I think is going to be hilarious to watch. The rest of the summer, I am going to be at home, doing arty stuff, reading, listening to music and going out with my friends. As I have nearly finished my GCSEs now, I do not have long to wait!
This summer, I am going to Cornwall for a few days with my parents. I am going to do some body boarding with my dad, as well as hanging out on the beach and walking my friend's dogs. My dad is also going to try and learn to surf, which I think is going to be hilarious to watch. The rest of the summer, I am going to be at home, doing arty stuff, reading, listening to music and going out with my friends. As I have nearly finished my GCSEs now, I do not have long to wait!
Sunday 11 June 2017
Love Island - Brilliant Entertainment Or A Waste Of Time?
At my school, quite a lot of the girls are big fans of Love Island. I had never watched it before, so I decided to watch the first episode of this series to see what I thought. I was a little bit horrified. People going on TV to get a boyfriend, fine. People doing it in very little clothing, maybe. People doing it on such a sexist program, no. I am definitely not on board with that part.
From the girls arriving in bikinis and high heels to the boys being allowed total control in picking the girls, it is definitely not feminist friendly. That coupled with the fact they have to sleep in a bed with people they have only just met, it is definitely not a show I would want to go on. Also, they are probably just on there to get on TV and win the money, so the relationships are not going to be genuine. Some of them do need the money though, it seems they can't afford a whole bikini!
But, do I recommend it as entertainment? Well, I did find it quite fun to watch, but not good enough to follow 7 weeks worth of it. Personally, I think it is a waste of time, and I can think of much better ways to spend summer evenings. Do you watch love island?
From the girls arriving in bikinis and high heels to the boys being allowed total control in picking the girls, it is definitely not feminist friendly. That coupled with the fact they have to sleep in a bed with people they have only just met, it is definitely not a show I would want to go on. Also, they are probably just on there to get on TV and win the money, so the relationships are not going to be genuine. Some of them do need the money though, it seems they can't afford a whole bikini!
But, do I recommend it as entertainment? Well, I did find it quite fun to watch, but not good enough to follow 7 weeks worth of it. Personally, I think it is a waste of time, and I can think of much better ways to spend summer evenings. Do you watch love island?
Tuesday 6 June 2017
Manchester You're Strong!
Did you watch the Manchester One Love Concert on Sunday?
I did and I thought it was brilliant, both because of the music and the reason behind it. My favourites were Robbie and his adapted song (see title), Coldplay's Oasis tribute and of course Ariana Grande's song with the choir. I am in a choir myself and would love to sing on a stage like that! I really liked Little Mix too, as they are my favourite band!
Ariana organised it all, and has even been to see victims. I am upset she feels so responsible when it was not her fault, but it is amazing how she has turned it into something more positive. I thought it was especially good how she got free tickets for everyone involved, as they were able to go to an event where they were safe after what happened.
Mostly though, I love the fact that it was broadcast in 50 countries and raised nearly £10 million for the victims. Millions of people all around the world watching a concert about love shows unity, and that is what we need right now. Well done Ariana!
I did and I thought it was brilliant, both because of the music and the reason behind it. My favourites were Robbie and his adapted song (see title), Coldplay's Oasis tribute and of course Ariana Grande's song with the choir. I am in a choir myself and would love to sing on a stage like that! I really liked Little Mix too, as they are my favourite band!
Ariana organised it all, and has even been to see victims. I am upset she feels so responsible when it was not her fault, but it is amazing how she has turned it into something more positive. I thought it was especially good how she got free tickets for everyone involved, as they were able to go to an event where they were safe after what happened.
Mostly though, I love the fact that it was broadcast in 50 countries and raised nearly £10 million for the victims. Millions of people all around the world watching a concert about love shows unity, and that is what we need right now. Well done Ariana!
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