Precious: A True Story

Yesterday I had to oppourtunity to go and meet Precious Williams, the author of Precious (not  to be confused with the film that was based on the book titled Push), at an Author event at Canada Water Library as part of their Black History Month celebrations.

Anyway, it was such an amazing experience, I was able to relate to a lot of the things she talked about as I am too an export of private fostering within an interracial family. I left wanting to find out so much more about my own beginnings and having so many questions about myself that I need answering.

I have always had issues with my identity, and hearing Precious' story made me confident, that at some-point in this journey of mine, I will one day feel comfortable with who I am.

It also made me feel so much closer to my own foster parents, it made me thankful that the bond I had with them was so strong and I thank them every day for giving me the unconditional love that they had for me and the amazing start I had in life and for playing a major part in the person I am today.

I want to thank Precious Williams, for writing this book and letting other people like me know that we are not alone.

I urge you all to read this book.

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Nail Hotspot

As the countdown to Halloween draws nearer, I've been looking for the perfect Halloween nails.

Here are a few I've found on the interweb for inspiration.

Nails and Noms

Pimp My Nails

A Polished Affair

Rant of the Day

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I am at the end of my tether, this phone of mine actually wants to kill me. I literally had to stop myself launching it across my bedroom today. I am so maaaaaad right now. I had to take deep breaths and count to 150, because I am literally at my wits end. I remember our school counsellor told us in PHSE, that if we ever felt angry we should take deep breaths and count to 10; but after the first 50 I still felt like going on a rampage so I carried on.

Oh this phone, this phone, that I started to love and treat like my own child has betrayed me. It has gone one step further than making me seem like a village idiot and refusing to use its space bar;  it has committed the ultimate sacrilegious,  it has decided that it no longer wants to function as a phone and has decided to act like a spoilt little brat and refuse to unlock itself.

Oh technology how you have failed me. Me and you used to be best friends. How and what have I done to wrong you? What have I done? We used to be partners in crime, like two peas in a pod. I would spend my days idly researching you and updating my mind with your new inventions. So why? Why have you done this to me? Is it because I got poorer, started being serious with my money and not splashing out on you, is that why you decided  to turn on me.

I make a vow from this day forward that I will never again own a Blackberry. I have always said it, I have always said that Blackberry's were shyte. I have always said that I will never, ever buy a Blackberry because they break (and thank God I never did buy one, this useless piece of junk was donated to me buy the Mother), and what happens, I'm stuck with a phone that doesn't type with a space bar and has me typing.like.an.idiot, volume doesn't work and now, the keypad has suddenly decided 'oh I'm not going to do the job I was invented to' so I am now unable to unlock my phone. And cue more bad luck, I can't seem to find my USB so I can't connect it to my computer. Great just flipping Great!

A word of advice my dear readers, if you ever find yourself in a phone shop and contemplating on whether to buy a blackberry or not, go with the latter and save your pockets and your sanity.

iwannit!!!!

I think I have found my New Year Eve dress and it's from Primark!

It's part of Primark's a/w collection. It's just sooo cute.

Keeping Up With the X

According to reports, Khloe Kardashian has been confirmed  to co-host X Factor USA, alongside Saved by the Bell Alumni Mario Lopez.

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My thoughts on this; hmm, to be honest although I'm not aboard the Kardashian love train, I'm not upset by this news. On the odd occasion that I have watched an episode of Keeping Up With, I've always said that Khloe was my favourite. She seems more real and down to earth and way more likeable than the others. I must admit for a hot minute I was even following her on Twitter, till my timeline kept getting flooded with Tweets about her 'Lammy' (we get it Khloe you love your husband).

So if these rumours are true, I hope she does well.

Carrie Teaser Trailer

Check out the first teaser trailer for the 2013 revamp of Carrie starring Chloë Moretz.

I for one am excited to watch this; Moretz is an exceptional actress and I'm sure she will give the title role justice.

Skins Returns!

Okay, so maybe just for three episodes.

The episodes entitled Skins Pure, Skins Rise and Skins Fire, will focus on former Skins characters Cassie, Cook and Effie.

Though I have now come to an age where I no longer have much interest in this show, it's nice to have a little catch-up with past characters, so I may give this a watch when it hits our screens in 2013

The curse of Zynga

As of  right now, to me Zynga is the devil. The world of Zynga has literally taken over my life and I need an out; before I get totally sucked in (if I'm not already sucked in).

As you may already know I love games, I'm not what you would call a hardcore gamer. But I do love games. It gives me a form of escapism to the mundaneness of the real world I guess.

Those that are unfortunate to be friends with me on Facebook, know that in the past 3 years I have become a sucker to the world that is Zynga. Any game that this social gaming giant pushes out, I'll admit I've at least tried once. They're so friggin' addictive and I have found myself constantly logging onto Facebook, just to see how my cafe is running and to see whether my crops have grown, it's a serious problem!

I've actually added quite a few 'friends' (complete strangers), just so I can advance in my Zynga journey, seriously, why?!?!?!?!

The games I'm playing at the moment are Cafe World (at Level 244), Pioneer Trail (at Level 51), Chefville (at Level 26) and Farmville 2 (at Level 9) *

As I write this post, I am in fact logged on and attempting to carry out a food mission that expires in 1 day, and I'm on step 3 of 4.

Seriously, I need help. I need to stop, this Zynga addiction is a real problem and I would really love to go back to use my Facebook account for what I initially set it up for...networking.

I only give thanks that, I have in no way parted with cash in order to advance; that is one line I never intend to cross.

*Levels may have increased since posting (most likely).

Lana Del Rey - Ride

So my Girl Lizzie has dropped a new video/short film.
On first listen I wasn't too sure, its definitely a typical Lana track. But I've listened to it a few times now and its grown on me, it's definitely one of them mellow summer tracks. I love the chorus, makes me wanna get on the back of a motorbike myself.

In regards to the video, hmmm I dunno, I think I like it (except for the bits when she's kissing up on and frollicking with them old dudes). Ooh and the American flag makes another cameo (okay Lana we get it your a proud American).

Now off to research where the tyre swing that she swings on in the desert is, so I can have a go myself.

Where oh where?

If anyone can tell me where I can find these babies I will be ever so grateful.

I mean two of the greatest things ever invented, Bakewells and Trifles combined... yummy! Sweet treat Heaven!

I scream you scream we all scream for... Trifle?!?!?

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I just love love love trifle. It's so delicious with it's creamy, custardly, cakey, fruity goodness. Oooh, it's just so yummy. I'm literally salivating at the thought of eating one right now.

Where did my love for this layered delight come from, I really don't know. All I do know is that ever since my mouth was graced with my first spoonful of the stuff, I've been obsessed. I loooooove it.

Seriously, anyone that brings me a trifle right now; I'm talking at least a 450g one, will literally be my best friend for life.

My goal by the end of the year is to learn how to make one. So if anyone out there is an expert trifle maker, hit me up on twitter @zainizzle and share some recipes.

Took the words out of my mouth...

This trailer is the truth!

It's a crazy zoo out there...

I've been interested in attempting my own nail art for a long time now.

So I invested in a nail pen, watched a few YouTube videos for inspiration and gave it a go.

What do you think? Good first attempt? Aye?

Christina Aguilera - Your Body

So I am totally in love with this song and video.

I sometimes find myself spontaneously singing (well shouting more like) 'your booooody' at the top of my lungs.

Christina is definitely back on form. And she looks amazing too.

Oh and to all those haters that keep calling her fat, STFD, my girl aint fat, if she's fat then I must be a blimp. Like I said I think she looks amazing and no I'm not a Xtina stan, just a realist.

iwannit!!!!

I saw this bedframe the other day when I was doing my window shopping rounds and I instantly fell in love.

*stamps foot* IWANNIT!!!!!

Whoever wants to get me it, I will love you for life! @ only £599 from BHS its a steal

 

The Civil Wars - Poison and Wine

This song is my new obsession.
 

I swear down my family must hate me by now because I always have it on loop. But I don't care because I love it and I will play it to death.

I just think it is so beautiful and it highlights the love and hate feelings people have in relationships.

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Rant of the day

I want whoever invented PPI hung drawn and quartered and outside my house right now so I can kick them in the face. Not because I was falsely given PPI when I didn't need it, but because of the flood of spam I receive on a daily, hourly, minutely (if that's a word) basis to my Hotmail account.

It is so damn annoying. Every time my phone buzzes I dread it, each time I receive an email I literally want to launch my phone across the room. Seriously, Hotmail, what's the big whoop? Can't you friggin' sort out your spam filter, I mean how is it that my Yahoomail and Gmail accounts (touch wood) have the power to send these 'stoopid' types of mail straight to the spam box, but you a service I have used since I was a wee lass, can't give me the same common certasey, it's just rude!

I am so, so, so tired. I've followed all these steps that people have given me online like creating filters to stop emails that contain certain words launching themselves on my inbox, but still they come. They're like a horror movie monster that just doesn't die.

I've even contemplated closing down my account, but as the sentimental girl that I am, I don't want to get rid of it. I've had it since I was 14, hence the weird name (and no I will not post it on here, if I don't want my inbox filling up with dumb messages about PPI, claiming money for accident's that I haven't had etc etc, I honestly don't want a fresh new batch).

So I guess I'm just gonna have to suck it up and take it like a man. Or delete Hotmail off my phone.

But no, why should I have to miss out on legitamate emails. Just beacuse Microscoft cannot offer a service that supposedly caters to your needs.

Hotmail, sort ya self aaaawt!