tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74497424783852852702024-03-08T11:07:07.477-08:00We're This - AnchyAndreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08133464966984166997noreply@blogger.comBlogger66125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7449742478385285270.post-73752816405115448382016-03-14T13:22:00.001-07:002016-03-14T13:22:44.550-07:00What's in my makeup case<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Whether it is a case or a bag, everyone has some storage space for their makeup. I wanted a makeup case for so long just because they have always fascinated me and I wanted to have a piece that well organised. I did get one as a birthday present, however, the organised part never really came.<br />
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You may assume that being a female human being, I have a large amount of makeup, right? As seen from the evidence attached, most of the space in here is taken by random bits and a lot of hair clips I rarely use ~ there is not much hairdos you can do with my hair, what is the point?<br />
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The second level of my makeup case stores slightly more items. The eyelashes are actually from three years ago. Out of fifteen times they can be used, I only used them once then stored them for eternity. The eyeshadow palette and the lipstick are from Müller makeup kit and were given to me by a friend ~ never used those either. Lastly, there are a bunch of animal shaped bracelets ideal to cut of your circulation, and a pretty letter A.<br />
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As the most significant part of my makeup case is its bottom. Here, I store my hair lotion which I do not think it works. Also, a couple of cotton pads and some shoe laces that untie on their own. Essentials, no?<br />
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What do you keep in your makeup case? Are your organization skills Tumblr worthy?<br />
If you would like to share your makeup storage photos with me, tag me on Instagram at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/andrea_benzo/" target="_blank">andrea_benzo</a>.<br />
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Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08133464966984166997noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7449742478385285270.post-75685354735001157592016-03-04T08:20:00.000-08:002016-03-04T08:20:50.859-08:0020 must have items in your 20's<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Just entered 20's? By now you probably realised some essentials are needed. Whether those are self care products, fashion items or things you must have as a young adult. In hopes of helping you out, I decided to put together a list of things you should have once you are at this age.</div>
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Starting with beauty products. Your presence highly depends on your health and your skin is the mirror of it. Body/face moisturiser, eye and sun cream, concealor and foundations are your set of tools for a smooth, hydrated and bright looking skin. Eye cream is especially important as the area around your eyes is very thin and prone to wrinkles that you want to prevent not cure. Lessen the impact of UV rays with an SPF 30 and use makeup as a way of evening out your skin tone and hiding small blemishes.</div>
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Mistake many make is not caring properly of their hair. Hair is as important as your skin so always use a conditioner for a silky, easy manageable texture. Use oils such as castor and coconut oil, that promote hair growth, and heat protectants every time you apply heat to prevent any damage. What you should keep in your purse every time you go out is a small comb and a hair tie. If the wind is wild, putting your hair into a ponytail is a quick way to make it look presentable.</div>
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20's are also the time when you will need to impress some humans, especially when searching for a job ~ unless you are your own boss. It is ok to splurge some money on dressy pants and a shirt as you will now find yourself in situations where you will have to be "<i>dressed for the occasion</i>" and leave your 'casuals' at home. This also includes a nicely fitted black dress as a must have. For more comfort on busy days, have a good pair of stretchy pants that you can later combine with nude pair of heels for a night out.</div>
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Of the random bits to have are definitely a driving licence ~ even if you do not own a car ~ and a LinkedIn profile ~ nowadays highly used when searching for jobs. If you have not already, take the time to place all of your documents in one folder as you will be using them a lot. Another tip is to start a saving account <i>ASAP. </i>In a longterm, you will thank yourself for financially securing yourself if you get into a situation or will not have a large income when older. As a last thing, join a gym as you do not have PE classes anymore and that fat has to go out somehow.</div>
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<b>That is all! Are you all set for your 20's? Leave a comment.</b></div>
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Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08133464966984166997noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7449742478385285270.post-62939589360821531082016-02-17T12:28:00.000-08:002016-02-17T12:28:16.597-08:00PANTENE nature fusion 2 minutes Strengthening Masque<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Struggling with your hair? Welcome to the club! Wouldn't life be better if you could just roll out of bed and look presentable not having to stress so much about the mane on your head?<br />
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I was never the person to really worry about styling my hair. It always was pin straight and I found that good enough. It became stressful once I realised how rare it got and how bad that looked. After cutting it short, I started nurturing it with vitamins, minerals and all those goodies ~ inside and out ~ mainly focusing on natural homemade remedies. There is, however, a product I recently bought and really fell in love it. So let's talk about it!<br />
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PANTENE 2 minutes strengthening masque is a moisturising, repairing hair mask. It contains panthenol which is a B5 vitamin able to thicken your hair strand up to 10% and keep moisture inside it. I only got this mask because it was on a <i>really</i> good sale, not knowing anything about it ~ so it is quite surprising how much I love it! </div>
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It is very easy to use. Apply it after shampooing your hair, hold for 2 minutes, then rinse it out with lukewarm water. </div>
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The scent is very mild, not overpowering so no worries for those with sensitive nostrils! Also, it leaves your hair feeling soft and smooth and easy to brush through.<br />
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I did come across some negative points. The lid is shut quite tight ~ as it should be, we do not want any spillage, do we? Though it is unnecessary hard to open. I already scratched my finger and honestly it is just a call for a broken nail. Another thing is it takes slightly longer to rinse out. At first it feels smooth like a conditioner on your hair but after a while of rinsing out, the feeling is as if you just wash your hair with a shampoo.</div>
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All in all, I do recommend this product. It might not be right for everyone but you will not know until you try it. I like how it prevents me from breaking half of my hair while combing through it.</div>
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Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08133464966984166997noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7449742478385285270.post-11928280135228427612016-02-13T13:09:00.001-08:002016-02-13T13:09:54.479-08:00How to develop your own style<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Sense of style is not something <i>everyone</i> was gifted with. Unfortunately. While it is important to be aware of your self presence I understand it is difficult and challenging to make it work if you do not know much about styling or are on a on a budget.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>'It is a trial and error'</i></span><br />
If you are like me and dislike trying on clothes while shopping ~ you should start <i>LOVING </i>it! That is the first mistake you can do when building up your wardrobe. There is no way for you to know how something looks on your body unless you try it on. Sometimes, what you think might look like a disaster could possibly fit you perfectly. This is also a way for you to try on clothes you would never think of getting and to get to know your body type. Trying out the clothes will also reduce the number of clothes you dislike once you get home.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>'Shop smart'</i></span><br />
Start thinking of your wardrobe as a cohesive collection of pieces that look good when combined. When shopping, think of the outfit you can wear with the new piece of clothes you buy. If it does not fit, do not buy it. I assume you are familiar with the frustration of standing in front of your closet not being able to match that cute shirt you <i>just</i> got.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>'Don't force it'</i></span><br />
I had to learn on my own that you can not force a style on yourself. You might be a fan of certain community such as hip hop or skateboarding, and following their style but you need to realise some clothes will compliment you and some will not!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>'Style does not mean expensive'</i></span><br />
First of all, if you have an average income but go and spend 100$ on jeans ~ I am sorry, but I do not understand you! You do not have to be rich to look like it. Stores such as thrift shops or even some cheaper chain stores are your friends in this case. There are a perfect option if you need to stock up on some basic, usually overpriced, items. Also, you are bound to find awesome clothes no other store has. Smart spending can get you a long way.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>'Age appropriate'</i></span><br />
How many times have you seen an older person dressed <i>way </i>too young? Or a young girl dressed <i>way </i>to serious? Mistakes like this happen all the time. Age, a career path and how you want to portray yourself is what you must keep in mind.<br />
<i>Teens</i> are to make mistakes ~ do not force yourself to look older.<br />
<i>20's</i> are to be fun and experimental ~ but do dress for the occasion.<br />
<i>30's</i> are to embrace your mature side ~ allow yourself to look like a strong <i>BOSS </i> lady.<br />
<i>40's and above</i> is when you are a woman and should not look like a girl.<br />
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Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08133464966984166997noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7449742478385285270.post-31191738620276885572016-01-27T16:06:00.000-08:002016-01-27T16:06:04.500-08:005 ways to keep your skin healthy<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Growing up most of us struggle with keeping our skin healthy at some point. Having inflamed acne, scars, bumps, dry patches or any blemishes is never pleasant. Even though certain things, such as our hormones, can not be influenced without paying a visit to a doctor, there are still so much you can do to prevent your skin from giving you headaches.<br />
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Drinking lots of water keeps your body hydrated and your skin moisturised. There are a lot of moisturisers out there for you to use but they alone will not help you much. Think of it like this: a plant needs water ~ it gets water through the roots ~ if you only wet the leaves they will become old and wrinkly, like your skin. Your inside is your root so drink plenty of water to stop your skin from drying out.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>2. Aggressive cleansing</b></span><br />
I see a lot of people use scrubs or those rotating devices to take the dead skin off. I, personally, do find exfoliation important. However, using such aggressive methods can be damaging to your skin rather than helpful. Instead, opt for a gentle scrub or make your own using sugar as it is a natural source of glycolic acid which moisturises the skin and protects it from toxins.<br />
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Honestly, this is what I struggle with the most. Picking at your skin is a huge no-no! Not only can you cause scabs and long lasting scars, your hands carry a whole lot of bacteria that can get into pores or blood through one of the open wounds and can cause a major infection. If you feel like you have some dead skin bits use a gentle scrub to get them off.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>4. Morning routine</b></span><br />
This is a process of a bit of a morning pampering everyone should do. With the hectic lifestyles our skin needs every bit of help so it is very important to prepare it for the day. The most important products to include into your morning routine are body lotion, suncream, face moisturiser and eye cream. Whether it is winter or summer UV rays are present and should be prevented from infecting your skin. Also, you should start using eye cream if you are not, as the area around eyes is very thin and develops wrinkles early in life.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>5. Junk food</b></span><br />
Choosing a healthy lifestyle does not only reflect on your weight but also on your mental health AND your skin. If you noticed your skin acting up, check how much sweet, oily and processed food you eat because that might be the cause of it. I know it is so easy to go and buy a burger with french fries when you manage to find a break in your schedule. Though, it really is not that hard to replace the food you like with a healthy version you can make at home and bring with you.Why would you consume junk food if you do not want junk on your face?<br />
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Hopefully you find these tips useful. They are pretty common though there probably is someone who is just learning all the beauty hacks and is figuring out the effects of things. If I was in a position where my skin is not at its best, these are the ones I would appreciate to know of. To you, all the best luck with improving your skin and thanks for stopping by! If you know of any other proven tips leave them in the comments and I shall try them out! =)</div>
Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08133464966984166997noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7449742478385285270.post-21903812929607202132016-01-07T02:33:00.000-08:002016-01-07T16:11:36.588-08:00My New Year's Resolutions<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Happy New Year everyone! Hope you have a good one!<br />
How many of you make resolutions every year? How long do you stick to them? I feel like New Year's resolutions are made mainly because of this 'new year, new me' belief, where we feel so excited and motivated to turn a new leaf and make good changes for ourselves, but are not really ready to make them. So we fail.<br />
Personally, I do not usually make any resolutions. I do have personal goals I wish to achieve and after a bad last year, I am using this motivation to get out of the mindset I got stuck in and start doing things I feel like I am meant to be doing. So this is my 2016 plan:<br />
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I always struggled with the idea of finding a job, and being employed, and having a boss, and being restricted with time and to a place because of my job. This does not necessarily apply to <i>every </i>job. Mainly what is known as a 'student job' such as being a waitress. Without going into depth, I always strived to have a successful career and it scares me to 'waste' a period of my life on a job that will get me no where. I <i>am</i> looking for an entry level job in my field, which is audio engineering, simply because that is something I want to learn more about. Knowing I can not spend five more years unemployed while I start my own business, working in a creative field feels like it will not scare me off as everything else since I am used to being around productions.</div>
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Blogging has been hard for me. I never thought how much I would love it and how much I would fight to continue doing it. However, I need to learn how to blog at a certain time to be consistent but still be able to focus on my real life. This year I would love to be courageous enough to establish a working relationships with brands and see where I can go with this platform that I have. (<i>And that's not me being a stuck up...thing, I promise)</i></div>
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Regarding the design of the blog, I really wish to change it's name ~ I could use your help with that *<i>insert puppy eyes*</i> ~ and match it with the URL address so it can be found easier. I will most likely design a new header once I have decided on a name, and I plan to introduce categories, including new <i>Fitness</i> category.</div>
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Blogging community is such an amazing group of people that I can not cope with how lovely you all are! I love talking to you all during chats even though I did not really become friends with anyone. I can only blame myself for that because I know for a fact that I do not try hard enough to stay someones friend mainly because I feel like I am forcing someone to like me. So, I will try my best to talk to a lot of you and at least introduce myself so you can freely form an opinion about me. Hi there!</div>
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I can say that last year I worked on getting myself into the mental state of living healthy. I started working out and testing my strenght and capability while exercising. I also have been eating healthy throughout the year and now I can say that I do not have any cravings and can easily say no to any bad food in front of me. This resolution came from noticing how much better I felt while eating lots of healthy food and from wishing to, after 21 years, take control over the way my body looks. This year I want to work on consistency of my exercises and their intensity to achieve the fitness level I want to be on.<br />
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There you go. Those are my main goals to achieve this year.</div>
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What are your New Year's resolutions if you even make them? I am rather curious.</div>
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Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08133464966984166997noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7449742478385285270.post-1473473465518486182015-12-23T16:45:00.000-08:002017-03-25T10:52:31.059-07:00Decorate your Christmas tree | Gingerbread man idea<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
This holiday season has not been really nice for me, though after a whole year of feeling terrible, I am not surprised. I struggle with feeling festive and I did see a lot of people saying it comes with being an adult. I do not necessarily think that is the reason as I have not been one this year, to be honest. Most likely it is a side effect of a little 'early twenties crisis'.<br />
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However, I made it a point to have a bit of festivity on this blog of mine this year. Originally, this idea was for last week's post but delays happened. I understand if you already have your baubles ~ or ornaments, whichever you prefer ~ up on your tree but do not stress!...There is still time to replace those and use this gingerbread man cookies instead! *hashtag winky face* </div>
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The idea came from wishing to have different ornaments this year. You know...originality and all. But one thing is for sure, Christmas ornaments are definitely overpriced and I am definitely broke! So I decided to make them myself and what could be better than gingerbread man cookies?</div>
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Honestly, it did take me quite a few hours to bake them. Mostly because I do get easily distracted so that slows me down. I did really enjoy the process. They are so easy to make and having all the spices aroma in the air really does give you the sense of Christmas being near. Also, I find baking very relaxing ~ when there is no one telling me how to do it mostly. I did not plan on posting a recipe for these cookies, but if you do wish one feel free to leave a comment.</div>
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I find my cookies really nice this year. They turned out to look really cute and were not that difficult to decorate since I made my own icing. The buttons and the bow ties WERE supposed to be much darker colours ~ you know...red and green, the colours of the holiday. I also believe I got a sugar rush from the amount of the dough I tasted trying to get it off my hands and two of them did fall off the tree at one point. But not everything goes as planned, and I love it when it does not.</div>
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I can not wait to see photos of your trees. I know there will look wonderful! If you use this idea of hanging at least one gingerbread man up on your tree please send me a photo I would love to see yours! What is your favourite Christmas activity? As this is the last post before Christmas:</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>I wish you a merry Christmas and lots of time spend with your loved ones wrapped in hugs and kisses!</i></b></span></div>
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Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08133464966984166997noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7449742478385285270.post-62855429764228528202015-12-10T15:43:00.000-08:002016-02-29T02:40:21.505-08:00Christmas presents for him<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Buying presents is not all that easy. Especially if you want to be original and are avoiding any classic gifts ~ not that those are any bad. I always found it more reasonable to buy things you think would be perfect for someone right when you find them, rather than waiting for Christmas shopping season and not know where to get them now. Then again, I always was the one to leave everything that needed to be done for the last moment. Got myself in a bit of a pickle there.<br />
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But to help you out of your pickle, I went and found some Christmas gift ideas for any special man in your life. Boys are difficult to buy for. I always find it hard to think outside of the box and ignore the typical "guy stuff", such as belts, boxers or aftershave ~ even though I did buy a really nice smelling one once for my dad ( BINGO! ). Give it a look.<br />
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<b>1. Scratch Map</b><br />
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For any traveller out there this is a really nice gift to receive. It is a good way of keeping track of where you visited and where else is left to explore. If I was to receive this map I, for sure, would be so excited, especially about the scratching part. What is really nice is that they can frame it and hang it on the wall. However, they can also roll it up and store it into one of those poster tubes and take it with them in a suitcase! Also, I may be wrong, but I have read that this was created by a Croatian couple who are travellers. The price of the maps varies depending on the model but the original one is £18.95. Kind of pricey, but I think it is worth it ( find it <a href="https://www.scratchmap.org/" rel="nofollow">here</a> ).<br />
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This is something I feel a guy with love for technology would love to have. I do not think there is an easier way of charging your phone than placing it on this and that is it! The design of it makes it easy to incorporate into the home decor as it is very simple yet modern. Also, for all the clumsy people this is very practical as it sits in one given place. You do not have to touch it, so there is no reason to lose the charger or damage the wire ~ as it happens to me with everything…This one is from Ikea and the price is £30 ( find it <a href="http://www.ikea.com/gb/en/catalog/products/20289793/" rel="nofollow">here</a> ).<br />
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<b>3. A notebook</b><br />
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Any creative person usually writes down their ideas and thoughts. Whether it is for the purpose of venting or just for making notes for later, it is always good to have a personal notebook close by. I stumbled across this gorgeous notebooks the other day and though they would be really nice as a gift. The design of it is like a diary, though it does not have to be one, but it makes them look that more personal, which I love! I would recommend taking a look at this site as it has some CRAZY discounts right now and this notebook is only $7. Quite nice, right? ( Find it <a href="https://www.wish.com/search/notebook#cid=55efdaa708263f3420e48ca5" rel="nofollow">here</a> ).<br />
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<b>4. A beer mug</b><br />
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Now, let's not forget, men are men, and the probability is they like their beer. Living many years with my father, I know he prefers certain glasses or mugs to drink his beer from. I guess there is just something special about the experience of drinking it. Such a guy, right? However, these glasses can be quite expensive depending on the design and the brand. I once bought one for my dad in Prague ~ they<br />
are known for their beer ~ though I can not remember the exact price. I did find this one for 14.90 EUR. Pricey, but hey, Christmas is only once a year. ( Find it <a href="http://www.shop-spiegelau.de/drinkingglasses/beerglasses/spiegelau-bierkrug-beer-stein-refresh.html?___SID=U" rel="nofollow">here</a> ).<br />
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This one could be potentially risky. However, some guys do enjoy cooking as does Jamie Oliver. So why not get them a book of recipes of their favourite cuisine. There are many to choose from ~ Italian, Japanese, Mediterranean, quick meals, complicated meals, healthy food…you get it. I personally chose the 15 Minute Meal only because I hope that is not enough time to completely destroy the kitchen if the guy decides to cook but is not very good at it. <i><b>#Sorry</b></i> The price is £12.00 for a hardcover via Amazon ( find it <a href="http://www.amazon.co.uk/Jamies-15-Minute-Meals-Jamie-Oliver/dp/071815780X/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=" rel="nofollow">here</a> ).<br />
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I find Christmas stockings very lovely and sweet tradition. My family does not really use them but I love to create mini presents to fill them up with. I love that the goal is to find as many smaller items that would fit in but would also be useable. Here are some ideas that I adore. I personally love them all, though I really like the anchor detailed bracelet that is still quite simple and the beanie because if I am honest, beanies on guys are pure perfection. All these are from H&M and can be found <a href="http://www2.hm.com/en_gb/Men/offer-highlights/deal-4.html?product-type=GB53_men_all&sort=stock&offset=0&page-size=60" rel="nofollow">here</a>.<br />
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Hopefully this will help you somehow. Maybe you like a certain item, maybe you get inspired for something completely different. Anyway, I just hope you enjoyed this post as much as I enjoyed writing it! Have a nice holiday!</div>
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Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08133464966984166997noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7449742478385285270.post-56800267698102004862015-12-05T09:17:00.001-08:002016-08-23T15:54:47.742-07:00Baking ingredients beauty benefits<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
It is close to Christmas time and preparations are already under way. Excitement is starting to show and if you are anything like me, you are already imagining your perfect Christmas holidays. What is your favourite part of it all? I am most excited about all the baking that will soon take place and all the aromas of spices that will consume my kitchen air space. But did you know, many of the baking ingredients can be used for beauty purposes as some are very beneficial.<br />
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• <b>Cinnamon</b><br />
Adding a tablespoon of cinnamon a day to your food will help you get rid of toxins as it provides the body with fiber, thus leading to your skin not being clogged and your skin tone improved. It has anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, antiseptic and anti parasitic properties which help with skin conditions such as acne, different skin infections, eczema or to soothe and soften the dry skin. It is also a good exfoliant and can be used as a hair mask to stimulate the scalp and provide nourishment to hair follicles. Some use it for plumping their skin (mainly lips) as it stimulates blood vessels and brings blood and oxygen to the surface. However, use Ceylon, not Cassia cinnamon as Cassia has high percentage of coumarin which can cause allergic reactions so before anything you should do a patch test just to be safe.<br />
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• <b>Ginger</b><br />
Rich with antioxidants, ginger helps with getting rid of toxins and stimulates the circulation delivering more nutrients to the skin. As cinnamon, it also helps with acne by killing the bacteria responsible for creating acne and can also reduce the visibility of white scars by rubbing it directly on the scarred area. Ginger can help with hair growth by increasing the scalp circulation and stimulating the hair follicles. Also it is rich with vitamin, zinc and phosphorus making it good to use if you have dry hair or suffer from hair loss and split ends and it's antiseptic properties help fight dandruff.<br />
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•<b> Coffee</b><br />
Caffeine is good for reducing eye puffiness by constricting the blood vessels under the skin sufrace. It's antioxidants eliminate free radicals that cause ageing of the skin which is why it is popular ingredient of anti-ageing creams. Also adding ground coffee to a homemade body scrub helps reducing the visibility of cellulite by extracting water from fatty cells and thus tightening the skin. Caffeine is also beneficial for hair growth. It penetrates into the roots and stimulates them while preventing hair loss and increasing hair growth and it's life cycle.<br />
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• <b>Cocoa</b><br />
Cocoa is rich with antioxidants and fatty acids so it moisturises the skin and promotes collagen production. Cocoa powder contains lots of minerals such as calcium, potassium and zinc. Cocoa butter has many purposes and can even be used with your shaving lotion to prevent any irritation. It has healing properties so you can use it for any scars or even stretch marks or if you are struggling with chapped lips which is why it is an ingredient of many lotions, moisturizers and lip balms.<br />
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• <b>Sugar</b><br />
If you are living healthy lifestyle, the possibilities are sugar is something you steer clear from. But did you know that sugar is a source of glycol acid which is commonly used in skincare products for it's capability of penetrating into skin? It reduces wrinkles, acne scarring and hyperpigmentation and exfoliates upper layer of skin. Also sugar scrubs are more hydrating than salt scrubs which can strip skin of its natural oils. Use brown sugar scrub for the face and sensitive skin since it is softer than granulated one.<br />
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Hope this was somewhat informative to you. Are you familiar with using any of these products in your beauty regime? Or will you give it a go after reading this?<br />
Thank you for reading if you came this far and hope you have a nice rest of the day!</div>
Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08133464966984166997noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7449742478385285270.post-89845383335630274732015-11-11T13:00:00.000-08:002015-11-11T13:00:36.937-08:00My facial skin care update<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Skin care is very important to me. It is one of the things I feel I know quite a lot about. I am always researching what is good for the skin, what I should not be doing or how to improve some imperfections. And I have always concentrated more on improving my flaws rather than hiding them with makeup. So if you wish to know what products I use, stick around because you are about to find out.<br />
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Before you begin treating your skin, it would be good to know the type you have. I, personally, self diagnosed myself with a dry skin judging by the fact that every time I wash my face it feels extremely tight as if I have a peel-off mask on my face and I have to put on a moisturiser. If you have oily skin, you will notice an excessive amount of oil in your T-zone that will also be quite shiny most of the time. Mixed type ~ well, bless you, you will not have these problems.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Afrodita Clean Phase Cleansing Gel</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water</td></tr>
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Products that I currently use are actually mostly random ones I found or took from my mom. But hey, they seem to work. On a good morning I like to give my face a good cleanse. After I wash my face with a warm water, I apply, on still wet skin, a CLEAN PHASE cleansing gel by AFRODITA COSMETICS to get rid of any dirt. Just for an extra clean skin I use GARNIER Micellar Cleansing Water that I leave on. I also found the GARNIER Ultra Lift cream that comes in a tub for the skin under your eyes that should reduce wrinkles ~ we will see about that! Finally, because my skin is dry I often use Melem, which I know is very healthy for skin, and I apply it all over my face. I can say from experience that it's benefits are astonishing.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Garnier Ultra Lift eye cream</td></tr>
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Recently, I faced quite a bad breakout which is unusual for me since I never (other than that one time) had more than a couple of pimples on my face. It was most of the time pretty clean and acne free and now I do not have any scars or dips left. Hashtag panic when strange things start to show up! My guess is that the pimples were showing up because of the hormonal imbalance, though I can not be sure because I am not about to have my blood checked just for acne. No thanks. However, I noticed that often the black spots around my nose get inflamed and create really painful pimples. So to keep that under control I use a paste made with lemon juice and baking soda and so far it seems to somewhat clean out my black spots.<br />
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Of course, dealing with acne is stressful and it is understandable that you will not feel the best about yourself. As with anything, it is a case of trial and error and you have to find out what works best for you. Some products with great reviews may do absolutely nothing to improve your skin and some you find accidentally may work wonders. Basically, be sure of what you are looking for, whether it is a moisturiser or an exfoliator or something to reduce an excess oil. </div>
Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08133464966984166997noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7449742478385285270.post-389833609892970192015-11-05T14:02:00.001-08:002015-11-05T14:02:52.483-08:0010 Clothing Items I Regret Spending Money On<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
It happens to me over and over again that I buy a certain piece of clothing when I like it on the spot. It, more so, happens when I think it will add up perfectly with the renewed wardrobe that I am trying to build up. I usually buy things with what I already own in mind, to create a well put together, cohesive clothing collection. However, the truth is that half of it never ends up being worn because once I come home I realise I made a mistake. Can you relate?<br />
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I went trough my pile of clothes I have not worn in ages and these are the top 10 I regret buying:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Graphic design grey hoodie<span style="text-align: left;"> </span></td></tr>
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I have never worn this shirt even though it is very nice and light for warm weather. You can not see but there is a string to tighten it around the waist. Unfortunately, what that does to me is makes my boobs look too big and gives me a weird belly and I already have enough of both xP. A fun fact is that my mother made it for me but boy did we make a mistake.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Olive green thigh long half sleeve shirt</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Knitted turtle neck short sleeve crop top</td></tr>
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I admit, this was bought just when crop tops were starting to be a thing thinking 'what a good purchase'. Yeah…not really! What I forgot to think about is the fact that it probably will not look good on me since I still struggle with weight. And I do not really wear high waisted anything. It was never worn and it is time for it to go!</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Black graphic design bat sleeve shirt</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Purple long sleeve blouse</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Thigh length graphic design tank top with a belt</td></tr>
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Obviously, some of these items are untouched and even though they are very pretty, I do not feel comfortable wearing them. Do you ever go trough your closet and eliminate the things you do not even wear or is it just me? Maybe I'm just a bad shopper...</div>
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P.S. I apologise for the low quality photos. The lightning was so off.</div>
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• <b><i>DISCLAIMER: All the listed items will be up for grabs as soon as I figure out how all the online payment works! If interested, you can always message me. ;)</i></b></div>
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Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08133464966984166997noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7449742478385285270.post-36899935179209273952015-10-28T14:25:00.003-07:002016-02-29T02:40:00.455-08:00DIY Halloween Mask | Pumpkin Home Decor<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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So here it is! The Halloween special blog post! The idea came to me not so long ago when I, very randomly, remembered the time we made masks in school. Now, we do not celebrate Halloween at all, other than an occasional carved pumpkin or two, but we do have a similar holiday in February where kids mask themselves and some towns organise parades. Therefore, we made masks in February.<br />
Knowing there is a lot of you who love little DIY projects, this seemed to be the one worth sharing in the spirit of the Halloween!<br />
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All you will be needing is a homemade glue, a pile of newspaper and a balloon. Do not use regular glue because your mask needs to harden and not be a floppy paper.<br />
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For the home glue mix 1 cup of plain flower with 1 cup of cold water until there is no lumps. Boil 2 cups of water and add your mixture to it. It will get lumpy again so stir it the best you can and cook for about 2-3 mins more until the consistency is slightly thick. Once that is done, preheat the glass jar or any container of your choice and transfer the glue into it. Leave it to cool down.<br />
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Once your glue is cooled down, prepare your workplace because this can get messy. Start by coating the surface of the balloon with a layer of glue. Place a piece of newspapers on top of the glue and keep repeating the layers until you are happy with the thickness. Do not overuse the glue, you do not want the whole thing to slice off. Once you are finished, support the balloon with a bowl and leave it to dry off ~ that took me a day and a half plus a hair dryer since my house is too cold xP.<br />
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You do not necessarily have to make a mask. This technique can be used to make lots of different home decorations such as candy holders or, as you can see, I made a pumpkin. Though it depends on the shape of the balloon.<br />
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Now, the wisdom behind the balloon. In order to use your mask/decoration/bowl, you have to pop the balloon to detach it. Make sure the whole thing is dry completely or you will have a hard time peeling that balloon off. Use the scissors to cut the parts you do not need and get painting. I am not the best artist so my masterpiece ended up looking like this.<br />
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•<b>NOTE:</b> If you make this pumpkin DO NOT put a candle inside, instead use battery operated one. No need for the fire.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i><b>Happy Halloween!</b></i></span></div>
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Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08133464966984166997noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7449742478385285270.post-47305626818350580062015-10-21T15:33:00.002-07:002015-10-21T15:33:23.359-07:005 Things I've Learned While Living Solo<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I never was the person who wants to live with their parents for too long. Since forever, my goal was to move out and have a place to call my own. The time for that came when I was nineteen, and had to move for my studies. Even though everything was payed by my dearest father and I was not as independent as I felt like, it was a great learning experience worth sharing with you.<br />
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• <b>Cooking takes time</b><br />
Whether you are home a lot or not, cooking could be a problem. I had my classes during lunch time so I relied on meals that are easy and quick to make. If the time is not something you have, consider trying out meal preparation. You basically take one day of the week and cook a bunch of nutritious food, portion it in smaller containers and place those into the fridge. You can also make some snacks this way to last you throughout the following days. Be careful the food you choose will not go bad too fast.<br />
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• <b>You are a ninja</b><br />
You may be the 'World's Biggest Scaredy Cat' but once you have no one to save you and get rid of a strange mutant bug running around, your skills will get so sharp in order to avoid and remove it without having to touch it.<br />
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• <b>You are the boss around here</b><br />
If you are a careful money spender, like myself, going to the store will be very satisfying. Finally, you are able to decide when to spend it and when to save some. I love being the one buying the food as it allows me to monitor how many nutritious groceries I get, while going with parents results in 3/4 of money being spent on the stuff you should not eat that often.<br />
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• <b>Landlords can be 'rude'</b><br />
No matter where you are, if you are paying the rent, you have the right for privacy. My flat layout was made so my room doors were about tree meters away from the front doors. Imagine waking up to the sound of the front door unlocking ~ with you being the only one living in there ~ while you are still in your pajamas and fearing someone will burst into your room ~ because they do have a key and you do not know what they are doing in your space. It is also very inappropriate of them to let other random people have the key to your flat without notifying you, only for them to use your washing room or the empty room as their storage. I don't know about you, but that does not sit well with me!<br />
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• <b>You will smell much nicer ;)</b><br />
Because I was on my own, I did not have that much clothes to wash. So it would happen that I would wash a piece of clothing after wearing it only once, to have enough to fill up the washing machine. That, of course, resulted in me constantly smelling of clothes softener. Not that I complained.<br />
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These are just some of the perks/flaws of living alone. I could possibly think of more so there could be a follow up post. What do you like the most about having your own space? Do you miss anything?<br />
Thank you for reading!</div>
Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08133464966984166997noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7449742478385285270.post-37257072978872554652015-10-08T13:58:00.002-07:002016-02-29T02:39:38.713-08:00My 10 worst habits/flaws<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
No one is perfect, right? I saw this question in a lot of interviews ~ yes I like to watch those ~ and I thought it would be a good subject to write about. It is good to sometimes take a step back and look at the things you can improve about yourself or at least accept your flaws. And that is what I am doing. So, what are my worst flaws?<br />
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<b>1. I mess up my speech</b><br />
It would be nice to know exactly why this happens. Perhaps I do not talk enough or it is because I am bilingual ~ plus learning two more languages. I noticed that I usually either combine two words into one or I am thinking of the next sentence, then start saying it before finishing the one before. If not that, then I say a word from other language and make it sound like a word from language I speak at the moment. I know, makes no sense.<br />
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<b>2. I pick at my skin</b><br />
I never really had any skin problems ~ except one lovely month when my whole forehead was inflamed with acne. Other than that my face was always pretty much clean. However I do get a couple of pimples here and there and THEN they go dry, and THEN they annoy me, and THEN I start picking at them trying to get the dry, dead skin of. I do not make any new wounds but I always feel like there are bits of dead skin I need off my face so I sometimes have a red dot or two.<br />
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<b>3. I can be very blunt</b><br />
This is one of my embarrassing characteristics. I do not have a problem saying random thoughts, whether they are <i>(playfully)</i> rude, funny, dirty minded or just weird. And I am prone to randomly embarrass myself which I do not mind at all. I like making people laugh but sometimes they do not get the joke so they look at me strangely. And I do not like to be judged. :<i>(</i><br />
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<b>4. I am very strong minded</b><br />
I was raised to be independent. And maybe that was not the best idea because it caused me to concentrate on bigger things than what normal child should worry about. And that caused me to develop some serious opinions on my own. I sort of know the kind of person I am and I realise my perception on the world is usually different than anyone else's so that leads to some arguments<br />
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<b>5. It is hard for me to stick to one thing</b><br />
I am the type of person who wants to know EVERYTHING. However, my attention span is so short that by the time I just got into something I have already found something new. So I start feeling like this is taking too much time and I never get to being 'really good' at anything. Ahh, so many hobbies gone down the drain…Would you like to know more about those?<br />
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<b>6. Sometimes I let myself go back to the bad place</b><br />
This past year was really hard for me. I went to a really bad place where I lost myself, my purpose and my goal. That is hard for some people to understand but it often happens when you finish your education and you are free to do anything. I got scared of everything and felt forced to live by someone else's rules which I can not do thanks to being stubborn. Recently, I have been doing good but there are still times where I can not help but feel bad especially if I start my day wrong.<br />
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<b>7. I am socially very awkward</b><br />
I blame non existent socialisation process in my childhood for this. I went to daycare for an extremely short amount of time and have not had the best time there. Add to that the fact I grew up with a bunch of neighbourhood kids with whom I felt comfortable around. So basically, I never learned how to make friends and develop relationships with people. I get so flustered when I have to meet a group of people at once so I stay quiet and make bad first impression on people. I am sorry. But if you read this and still want to meet me, I will do my best to be my normal self. =)<br />
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<b>8. I do not clean my room often</b><br />
Guilty as charged! Cleaning is like a therapy for me. The state of my living space is the current state of my mind and it is not likely I will clean it unless I am determined to start fresh or I am just really annoyed by the mess. But you will be happy to know I do not have mice or cockroaches running around and there are no spider webs. I would never go that far, ew.<br />
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<b>9. When fighting, I say mean things to hurt the other person</b><br />
I do not like the confrontation. I always start crying when arguing, mainly because I find it hard to cry and I have a lot of bottled up feelings of frustration in me that come out at worst moments. It hurts me to fight with anyone and because I deal with so many emotions and hurt I selfishly want the other person to feel like I do for a moment. I don't know, maybe it is a way for me to tell the person that I am hurting.<br />
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<b>10. I can not do something if someone commands me to</b><br />
Just so you do not think wrong, I am polite and I do try to be genuinely nice. But if I am in a bad relationship with you right now and I feel like there is a lack of respect, there is no way you will get me to do something for you by ordering me to do it. I do it out of spite, I know that. I just can NOT be forced to do something if I feel like I have to do it because you expect me to because it is my obligation, and not because I would want to out of love. ~ That is a lot of 'becauses', I do not know if that even makes sense.<br />
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Please do not take this post extremely serious. I am not trying to bring myself down, I am just acknowledging my imperfections and I am fine with that. I tried to make it lighthearted. If some of them are a bit negative, I am sorry, it is a post about flaws, what can I say.<br />
If you took the time to read this, thank you so much! I love you and enjoy your day!</div>
Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08133464966984166997noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7449742478385285270.post-27779590135329069932015-09-30T13:10:00.000-07:002015-09-30T13:10:06.429-07:00Schwarzkopf Omega Repair | Instant Repair Serum & BB Beauty Balm Review<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="background-color: white;">Some time ago I received a really nice birthday present from one of my best friends. It was the Schwarzkopf hair repair serum and balm for damaged hair. What a way to subtly say there is a bird nest on my head ~ not that I have enough for half of the nest xP.</span><br />
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OMEGA REPAIR Instant Repair Serum & Beauty Balm contain ULTIME-4-complex of pearl extract, panthenol, refined protein and keratin. Side info: panthenol is a B5 vitamin suitable to use on fine hair. It has the ability to go into your hair shaft and the root of your hair improving its elasticity, moisture retention and flexibility helping your hair strand thicken up to 10%. Also it promotes hair growth.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;">The best result you get with this serum and balm is the silky, soft touch to your hair. Depending on your hair type you can struggle with it being knotty and dry after washing it. If that is the case I would definitely recommend using this as it is a quick solution to getting the hair you want without going though hours of using hair masks and oils.</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;">However, I do have to say that I am not the biggest fan of the scent. I never did like the sweet fragrances so this does not surprise me. Nor does it bother me. When looking for products I focus on the benefits not the scent.</span><br />
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Both products are very easy to use. You can either apply them on wet or dry hair, then leave them to do their magic. I usually use them when I do not feel like using my normal hair masks because even if I only wash my hair with a regular shampoo I can still have silky, shiny hair. Being obsessive over my hair condition, it is very important to me to have easy to comb and soft hair so I can prevent ripping it off as much as I can. Every strand is important in my case!</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;">Hopefully you decide to give this products a try because they really are incredible. As I said, if you are struggling with your hair, these could come in handy. After all, it is all about trial and error and finding out what works best for you. </span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;">If you have any tips on regrowing the hair, please share them with me, God knows I need help!</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;">Thank you for reading!</span></div>
Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08133464966984166997noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7449742478385285270.post-73280120780714917442015-09-17T07:27:00.000-07:002016-02-29T02:39:16.410-08:00My blanket & pillow collection <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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For the longest time I had a slight obsession with blankets. Whenever I go to the store I gravitate towards that shelf. But can you blame me?<br />
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The little personal heaven of softness, warmth and bright colours. Very helpful in winter when my house turns into ice popsicle. And it is a BIG house. So you got to do what you got to do, in this case turn yourself into a blanket burrito.<br />
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My favourite one is the red one with the snowflakes. I do not know how I got that one, though I believe it was my mum's and she gave it to me. It is a really nice, christmas-y, red colour, making me wish it was winter whenever I snuggle in it. I did get quite picky with the materials once I found much softer ones. They are more expensive so it is not very likely I will end up with a new blanket anytime soon.<br />
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Now, I feel like some of the pillows are missing. I remember having lots of them. Pillows are my favourite decorative item, and the one I love the most is the long brown one. I can not even describe how soft and smooth it is. I got it with the intention of it being a decor on an armchair I will get once I move out again. So for now it is just patiently waiting to be used.<br />
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This is just one of my modest collections. You might know I do have seemingly a lot of obsessions with different things. Let me know what is your favourite piece of home decor and thank you for stopping by!</div>
Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08133464966984166997noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7449742478385285270.post-40398212032056296832015-09-09T11:36:00.000-07:002016-02-29T02:39:02.598-08:00My earliest memories<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Seeing as my 'About' page is quite popular, it seems you lot like getting to know me. Since I already have four posts of fun facts ~ look for <a href="http://andreabenc.blogspot.hr/search/label/fun%20facts">Introducing Me</a> ~ I came up with something slightly different. I remember quite far into my childhood, surprisingly, and some memories are worth sharing. So, let's get the stories started.<br />
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Thinking of daycare, I vaguely remember number three. Every morning, they would call out our names and I have a memory of me always saying my age, three years old, or holding up three of my chubby fingers. Now, this does not make sense to me because I know I was in daycare for a short amount of time and was out probably around the age of five or six. So, two to three years seems a tad bit too long.<br />
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Adding to the daycare era. I have a horrible memory of me being on a swing. It was one of those you get strapped into so you do not fall out ~ BUT neither can you escape! So the nice lady that was supposed to look after me went inside to do who knows what while I was on that awful contraption. Then the, even nicer, kids thought it would be super fun to push me SUPER high while I scream my little heart out. While I was in tears, scared for my life, my sister had to stop the swing to get me out and away from the kids. I was so dizzy she had to sit me down on one of the half-walls to calm down. It resulted in me getting nauseous whenever I try to swing, even for a little while.<br />
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This next memory was actually photographed. One nice afternoon my mom and I were baking some cakes. On the photo you can see my mum and I smiling at each other and I remember that exact moment it was taken. I can picture looking into my mothers eyes trying to make her laugh.<br />
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When I was really young ~ I still had a crib ~ I got chicken pox. At one point I was standing in my crib holding onto the side looking at my parents in nothing but my underwear. For some reason they kept me almost in my birthday suit. Afterwards, I went to pee and scratched some of the poxes…they were itchy!<br />
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I am not sure when this happened but I claim it was around being three years old, even though it most likely was not. I just remember that I could walk at that time. A neighbour of ours was fixing one of our old TVs. To be honest, that TV never worked. So, one day my dad and I went to buy some bread and milk and on the way home we went to see if the TV is fixed. Funny fact is that the neighbour had a little daughter called Paula and that day I met my best friend!<br />
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These are just some of the random moments I remember. Hope you enjoyed them! Comment the earliest memory of yours and if you want more of posts like this! Have a nice day!</div>
Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08133464966984166997noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7449742478385285270.post-90159377460916428532015-08-26T06:52:00.000-07:002015-08-26T06:52:03.102-07:00Hair care routine | Homemade shampoo<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I have been using homemade beauty/hair products for quite a while now. Some may not, but I do believe in healing properties of natural ingredients.<br />
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For about a year now, I have been subscribed to the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp2Fm1fzjSAMmlnZ8F-C1nA" rel="nofollow">BeautyKLove</a> You Tube channel and would recommend it to anyone struggling with their hair. My favourite products I found out about are coconut milk hair mask and, just recently, a homemade shampoo.<br />
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What you need:<br />
- 50 ml of water<br />
- 1/4 of a teaspoon of baking soda<br />
- half of a lemon<br />
- 1 tablespoon of honey<br />
- 1 tablespoon of aloe vera gel<br />
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• Based on how much hair you have, double the ingredients. Have in mind that I have little to no hair.<br />
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What you do:<br />
Mix the baking soda with water. Add the lemon juice ~ it will fizz up quite a lot. Once you have done that, add honey and aloe vera gel. I usually skip the aloe vera gel since my plant is itty bitty tiny one still with only a few dark, thick leaves. Don't worry, it works the same! Lastly, blend the ingredients together and place it in a container of your choosing. When washing your hair, concentrate on getting the shampoo onto your scalp to cleanse it and get rid of any product build up.<br />
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Firstly, I have to say I was honestly surprised by the results I got. One major thing I noticed was the way my hair felt right after washing. Usually when I wash my hair only with a regular shampoo it gets knotty while wet. It is impossible to even finger-comb it without breaking half of it. However, when using this particular shampoo, my hair is a lot easier to handle…and it flips really nice! xP<br />
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• Benefits of ingredients<br />
- baking soda helps cleansing any product build up on your scalp<br />
- aloe vera has amino acids and proteins important for hair growth and can help cure different scalp conditions such as dandruff and itchiness ~ it also helps strengthen your hair<br />
- lemon gets rid of any excess oil on your hair<br />
- honey has antibacterial properties, it moisturises your hair and can help with dandruff<br />
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If you try this recipe, please let me know what you think. I know for some this may not work as many products do not work for me. Hope you have a lovely day and thank you for reading! =)</div>
Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08133464966984166997noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7449742478385285270.post-69694757264124664332015-08-19T14:14:00.001-07:002015-08-19T14:14:13.053-07:005 little things that make me happy <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I find it extremely easy to keep falling back into feeling down over and over again. Until now i tried to hide my feelings and pretend nothing bothered me. But let's be real, that is not healthy for anyone. This time I am determined to get on the right path again no matter how much wrong choices I make. It is hard to do anything when there is no will. Knowing this is no way to live a life I force myself to daily make small changes with the time I have. And there are just a few ways I brighten my mood slightly.</div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">• </span><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><b>HYGIENE</b></span></div>
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<b style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"> </b><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Does anyone else feel like they can conquer the world after they are freshly washed/ brushed/ shaved/ waxed/ plucked/ manicured/ pedicured/ anything else? Well, I do. Strangely, I have never been one to worry too much about all that but Lord, that feeling of being so smooth! Do I love it, or what?!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"> Is it a saying 'keeping your space clear helps clear your mind'? Probably not. Should be. In my case, there is some truth in it. My closet is humongous and it having items scattered around creates this unsettling feeling that bugs me like all those twenty-something mosquitoes that had a taste of me this past week. </span><br />
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<b style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"> </b><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Yes, yes, a logical way of influencing your mood. Not many would guess, but jazz and classical are what gets to me the most..also are those I have the least knowledge of. As I am writing this I am going trough all the Disney music there is and I just can <i>NOT</i> cope!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"> I have a huge obsession with colourful items such as crayons. Having a bunch of them in one place makes me really, really happy. Like a sunshine in the morning…but does not make me boil from heat. I especially like to write in different colours if I am writing down plans for my blog. It gives me that extra inspiration I need.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"> I am that crazy person that is cheery in the morning. But let me explain. I work best between the hours of 4am - 10 am. I love to be awake at the time when the world is waking up. It is a really special feeling. However, I do not force myself to wake up because if I am tired there is no way I will be able to concentrate on anything. When I am tired, I am basically a walking zombie. I do usually wake up around 8am thanks to the sun that is frying my legs.</span></div>
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What are some of the things you do to cheer yourself up? And do you, like myself, have quirky little obsessions that put a smile on your face? I want to know.<br />
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Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08133464966984166997noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7449742478385285270.post-23865338299370355192015-07-09T04:37:00.000-07:002015-07-09T04:37:03.249-07:00Letter to myself: Dear Future Me<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Dear Andrea,<br />
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I hope you are well and in a great place right now. Things were not going as you wished for them to and I understand that it brought some anxiety to your life. However, I know that at some point you will put a stop to it and have your wining streak. I have high expectations of you because I know you are a strong and wise person. So listed below are the main things I wish for you to accomplish.<br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">CAREER:</span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"> You always said 'there is no chance I will ever be someones employee, I will be the one bossing around' and I support you in that. I hope you have your </span>stationery<span style="font-family: inherit;"> brand developed and running, that you are at least planing to launch a skincare line ~ you know how passionate you are about taking care of your skin ~ and lastly I wish you get a chance to do some house redecorating because I </span>believe<span style="font-family: inherit;"> you are good at it. You have a designer and a business woman in you, use them. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"> This is what is bothering you. You can not decide </span>whether you want to start working seriously and be able to afford occasional trips or you want to go exploring and change jobs as you go. Either way, you are young and will get to experience a lot. But do not be scared to pack up your bags and leave. If you can, take a chance to meet new culture and people.<br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">DANCE:</span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"> Do you still regret not getting into dance as a child? I still do not see how dance </span>was never considered when choosing a sport to play. How oblivious was I? Though it is too late to take it professionally I wish you find a studio where you will get to learn even more dance styles and you enjoy yourself.<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"> You are getting there babe! Each day you learn more and more about being healthy and it will soon show. I hope you are where I want you to be and that you do not </span>get dizzy every time you stand up when it is hot. I also hope you can kick some butt and are doing kick boxing and self defence to help you feel safe. And for goodness sake, you better have organised your meal plan.<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"> You know deep, deep down you </span>have a passion for acting. You do get jealous looking at behind-the-scene videos of people having fun on set. You tried it, it did not work. But you did not learn a thing there anyway. This is something that requires coming out of your shell which I would like you to be more comfortable with. With music too. You can sing and love performing. You do not have to make it a career but have fun with it. Work on your skills whether it is your voice of playing an instrument…I expect to be acquainted with an electric guitar. So at least find a casting agency and be an extra or try doing commercials. It is not that scary.<br />
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Hope you enjoyed me scolding myself! Have you ever wrote a letter to your future self, if so what is one thing you hope the most to accomplish?<br />
P.S. Sorry for bad quality photo but I like my face in it. :D</div>
Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08133464966984166997noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7449742478385285270.post-3051409944385170202015-06-04T11:03:00.000-07:002015-06-14T12:16:23.699-07:00Garnier Skin Naturals BB Cream Review<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
For the longest time I lived convinced that using foundation will clog my pores resulting in having bad skin later in life. Terrified, I refused to ever put foundation on my face, (cheers mom), and seeing my sister struggle with her skin made me feel like I'm doing the right thing. So to say, I turned to facial cleansing very early on in my life.<br />
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I never really had any trouble with my skin, other than a few red tomatoes on my forehead. I felt kind of lucky in that way…up until the point I realised just how bad my skin tone is. I would see reflections of myself randomly and would mainly notice big dark circles under my eyes! Not to mention that I am usually very pale after winter. Understandably, I set my mind on finding a foundation substitute that would give me the same results without damaging my skin.<br />
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Garnier BB Cream is all-in-one skin perfector, otherwise known as pigmented cream, that I have been using for quite some time now. It is rich with vitamin C and mineral pigments and has SPF 15 - UV protection. I got it in the light shade as I am still pale. I did try other brands but none matched my skin tone. Also I got it as a special edition that came with micellar water my mother wanted so we saved a bit of money there (what a bargain!).<br />
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I am quite happy with the coverage this cream provides. It is not too rich with pigment which makes it perfect if you'd like to layer it. I normally put on one layer on the rest of my face and up to tree layers under my eyes. Knowing at the same time it hydrates your skin is very satisfying, confidence boosting. It is very light on my face and as a bonus it smells incredible.<br />
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Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08133464966984166997noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7449742478385285270.post-28742134535762049602015-04-29T08:43:00.003-07:002016-02-29T02:37:59.107-08:00Weird humans of Croatia<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Hello! So the other day I thought I would write about the reasons you should visit Croatia. I saw a lot of people asking for advice on Twitter about certain places and it is the season of planning your holiday. But then a particular TV report flipped my mind around.<br />
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Here are the things you would find weird about Croatian humans:<br />
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<b>1. Going for a coffee is not what you expect</b></div>
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Apparently no one else uses the excuse to get together with friends over a coffee. However, here it includes a few hours of catching up and drinking free water because another round of beverage means more money to waste. And let me quote the guy in that TV report: "Why would you dress up on a Saturday morning to go sit at a coffee shop?"</div>
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<b>2. We are paranoid about the wind (draft = propuh)</b></div>
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Yes, old people would probably yell at you if you went outside not covered up enough if the wind is blowing…or with wet hair. However, it is commonly used to get rid of a bad smell in your home. Just open a few windows.</div>
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<b>3. Eating in public</b></div>
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Another abnormality! See we like to eat. Simple. Do not get surprised if you see a lot of people munching on something while on the move. Join us and embrace the jealousy of others whom have no spare money in their pocket!</div>
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<b>5.</b> <b>We wear slippers at home</b></div>
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What do you even mean? The floors are cold and sometimes dusty why would you want to walk in socks?</div>
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Quote: "We don't wear slippers. Disney characters do!"</div>
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<b>6. Drying our laundry out in the sun</b></div>
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<b>7. Quote: "Does anyone know why Croatians break glasses when they celebrate something?"</b></div>
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Well, let me simplify it. Celebration includes alcohol most of the time. Conclusion is…they get drunk! No other way to say that…</div>
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Grandmas are great! They feed us, babysit us, give us money…sometimes. They are everywhere and know everything and make our lives easier!</div>
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<b>9. We drink tea only when sick</b><br />
I can personally confirm that. Never liked tea. Mum used to make me drink it when I was ill, I had to pee every five minutes! But there are people who prefer it or are trying to loose weight so they drink green tea. I drink more chamomile tea now to get rid of my stomach pain.<br />
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Hopefully this made your day. I could not stop laughing at some of the stuff people said about us. Weird nation, aren't we? Also this are what mostly came up during my search and I have to say…I do not understand some of it. Admit now…would you come here? Do you find this list weird? Have you heard something absurd about your culture? </div>
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Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08133464966984166997noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7449742478385285270.post-87405369390403726382015-04-22T13:16:00.000-07:002015-06-14T13:06:41.138-07:00Woolly knitwear lovin'<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Hey there munchkins! I report to you from a, not so sunny or warm, balcony/terrace, anymore. After a nice satisfying lunch I realised it would make me happy to blog from here. Even though I am on my phone…it is interesting.<br />
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I know it is spring now, getting closer to summer, but I figured I have not yet talked to you about a particular love of mine. So let me put the season aside as it is quite chilly still and honestly...I like to talk about things when it is not a proper time. Introducing to you all the goodies called sweaters! I do not know what it is but something about knitted materials attracts me like a magnet. From clothes to blankets to pillow cases to sofa covers, oh. ( "It's so fluffy!" )<br />
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<b>Winter wonderland</b><br />
I feel like winter is everyone's favourite season to bundle up in layers of warmth and coziness. From experience I am the first one to say that it is a struggle to put those layers on and not feel squished. So it is nice to have a go to pullover that will keep you warm and still stylish. What an amount of choosing these days, wow.<br />
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<b>Summer land</b><br />
Not very often do you get to wear knitwear during summer. Still, there are some good occasions to trow them on. It is the season of festivals, hint Coachella, going to the beach and an occasional rainy day. I just love when the weather allows me to wear an item that contradicts the season. It makes me so happy about myself for whatever reason. So I always anticipate a colder summer day or night to snuggle in a cosy pullover.<br />
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There is absolutely no need to explain why this is the perfect opportunity to tackle your closet and pull out that huge overly-sized-for-no-reason pullover that I know you have. Chances are, if you are wasting your time reading this right now, you are snuggled with a cup of hot cocoa and a blanket…yes/no? I feel like this is a situation where you can get away with having a ridiculously loose shirt that keeps falling off and feel no shame. What could be more comfortable than a knee length shirt with fuzzy socks?<br />
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Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08133464966984166997noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7449742478385285270.post-45217429468186696402015-04-12T06:49:00.001-07:002015-06-14T12:21:22.240-07:00Into the Woods<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Hello lovelies! The sunshine is out and it is the perfect opportunity to catch up on that vitamin D. Just yesterday I was in such a bad mood, I made myself get up and get out. My friend and I went on a little hike-like walk at the park, Maksimir - just so you know it's name, with my sister's dog. She is overweight at the moment so she needs extra exercise…and so do I. We had an extremely nice time, excuse those few intense encounters with other dogs, so I decided to introduce you all to my hood! =P Enjoy in these woodsy pictures as you scroll down!</div>
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Andreahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08133464966984166997noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7449742478385285270.post-85811773528946719782015-04-01T13:33:00.000-07:002016-02-29T02:37:26.660-08:00Hello April, Hello Spring<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Finally, the spring is here! Who else is feeling the good vibe this fabulous season brings? I sure do! For the past week I have been waking up around 7 - 8 am, some days earlier, with no alarm clock may I add. And with my room being on the sunny side of the house, I wake up feeling inspired and really productive. Bad side to it is that the feeling goes away by noon. Oh well!<br />
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Being a blogger, I constantly find myself thinking of more things to do. Not only for this blog, but in my everyday life. How to spend my time more productive, how to better myself, how to achieve a goal that I have and in between finding new content that you guys would like.<br />
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This is what I came up with:<br />
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<b>1.Get those abs</b><br />
This past two months got me pretty much completely off my track to becoming fit. Motivation is highly requested if you wish to achieve a certain result in anything you do. And since I had a slight crisis I lost mine. I am slowly getting back into my regime now that the mornings are so wonderful. I also eat healthy again and plan on starting an outdoors workout since I do live nearby a park.<br />
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<b>2.Write a song or two</b><br />
Yes, I used to write songs. Yes, I stopped. And maybe my skill level was not up to actually being able to publish those lyrics before I stopped. But I am older now, wiser, have more to write about…the skill will sharpen at some point. After all, songwriting is not about flaunting your work but about expressing yourself in a musical way. Instead of avoiding writing songs, maybe it could be my method to avoid stress.<br />
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<b>3.Find a place to live</b><br />
<b> </b>I am not sure what being grown up means to you, but to me it always meant being independent and able to move out. I love my parents, but staying in their house was never an option. Not being tied to a place at the moment, other than to my family, I feel like now is the chance to go exploring. I do want to experience world and see what it offers. So I think it is time to see my options and decide where am I going next.<br />
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So these are some of the things that will be occupying my time even more from now on. I do not like being lazy but sometimes the frustration gets the best of me so I do not get things done. And the circle goes around. Tell me about your plans. Are you trying out something new? Or perhaps getting back to the hobby that was forgotten?</div>
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