Sunday, 30 June 2013

~ PrettyLittleThing.com

After browsing through my mother's magazines, I came across this clothing store called Pretty Little Thing and was intrigued so decided to check it out. I found that it was modern, fashionable and best of all, very affordable! Here's my pick of the range...
L-R: Pink Blog Off TeeDenim Aztec Panel ShirtLouisa Denim Front Button Skater DressRayleigh Hi-Lo Lace Nude Dress
The 'Blog Off' tee caught my eye instantly, for (probably) obvious reasons! It's such a cute little motif and also made me giggle. The denim aztec shirt is adorable and very spring/summery, however I'd probably wear it on cooler days. It would be great for a festival, however. I love the detailing on the denim dress and it's practical as well as pretty. Finally, the lace dress would be perfect for going out in, or even going to more formal occasions, for example a wedding (if worn with the right accessories!).

L-R: Evan Neon Fade Aztec Print Hotpants, Cade Floral Bleached Denim Shorts,  Kristie Denim Shorts With Gold Print, Shellie Yellow Tie Dye Jeans, Destiny Black & White YingYang Jeans, Denim Buttoned Skater Skirt
If you couldn't tell already, I may have fallen a little in love with aztec print. I think these shorts are amazing and again, would look awesome at a festival (specifically Isle of Wight or Glastonbury!). The floral bleached shorts just scream "beach" to me, or at least they would if shorts could scream. Asides from being really eye-catching and unique, another thing I liked about the gold printed shorts was that the full product name almost has my name in it. Kristie... Kirstie... same difference. Some people even misspell my name that way sometimes, so I guess they are truly my shorts, right? As well as loving aztec, I also love tie dye, and these yellow and pink dyed jeans are really funky and I'd love to wear them and have fun creating different outfits using them. I could also say the same for the ying & yang jeans. You don't really see jeans like those that often. Last but not least, the denim skirt. I actually saw one like this on the Drop Dead Clothing website once, however there were a few slight changes I would have liked to have made to the skirt; one being the price, and at £16 this skirt is just a mere fraction! And I prefer it a lot more (sorry, Oli!).

L-R, top to bottom: Tayla Purple Patent Lace Up Boot, Kennedy Silver Spike Wedge, Eleanor Black Bow Platform Heels, Honor Black Smiley Face Fold Up Glasses, Black Mesh Cat Sunglasses 
Alright, so they're a little more than slightly Dr Martens rip-offs, but I can't resist these purple patent boots. Especially as they are much cheaper than their proper counterparts. The silver studded wedges are a little glitzy and glam, but if worn with the right outfit could look amazing (and I have always had a love for shiny, sparkly things). The black platform shoes are quite simple, but with the ankle strap and bow detail they have an adorable vintage feel to them and I love them, and I want them (though I don't want them in a basket, but I do want little bow ties because they come on the shoes). I thought the smiley face sunglasses were quite quirky and different; I saw quite a few novelty fold up sunglasses at Isle of Wight and let's just say these are quite 'normal' in comparison! The second pair of sunglasses take 'cat eye sunglasses' to a whole new level seeing as they are, almost very literally, cat sunglasses in which they have pointy little cat ears on the tops of the lenses which I just found incredibly cutesy.

L-R: Betsy Beige Skull Rucksack, Holly Blue Neon Satchel Rucksack
Unfortunately these are the last two items I am going to show you today! I'm not much of a bag fanatic, which is why I've narrowed my choices down to two. The rucksack has a sort of western feel, and although a very neutral and warm colour, the winged skull and studs add a little more edge to the bag. The neon satchel caught my eye; there are many other varieties of colour! However, the blue one appealed to me most. It is a very modern twist on the classic, vintage schoolboy satchel.

Overall, I'd say PrettyLittleThing is a very good website for beautiful items at affordable prices. The only negative I have to say is that there aren't too many stand-out pieces to me; I had to search deep into the website to find the collection I put together. However, this is not necessarily a bad thing - it makes it more fun to find the hidden gems! P.S. - you get a 30% off discount if you enter WOW30 at the checkout so be sure to take advantage of this offer if you see anything you like!

Saturday, 29 June 2013

Fashion Friday #11

So... it seems I may have missed out a week. Oops.

This week's Fashion Friday has a twist... this time, I'm not basing the set around a fashion item. I'm basing the fashion around something you can't wear, but rather, something you can drink. A pretty looking coffee from the ultimate hipster hangout, Starbucks!
Okay, so it's not an actual Starbucks coffee, but a beautifully created piece of artwork which looks almost realistic enough to drink. I tried to keep the outfit colour co-ordinated with the coffee, and came across this gorgeous dress which I have just discovered is £26 from New Look, so I may have to buy it! (No Kirstie, you've already spent too much money on clothes. But Kirstie, it's so pretty!)

So now it appears I am at war with myself.

Thursday, 27 June 2013

So, this is the end...

...well, not quite.

I finished college today. Officially. I finished all my work, and got it all signed off. I even had my "interview" for next year, which is why it isn't quite the end. However... it is the end of an amazing two years I've had with wonderful people who I wouldn't change for the world. Although I am staying on at college for next year doing the HNC, it doesn't mean everyone else is - in fact, I'm the only one in my year actually doing it! Everyone's moving on to other things, mostly university, but also working etc. I'm going to miss everyone, but I'm going to try my best to stay in contact with them.

Also, I have some exciting news. I passed my grade 6 bass exam! I am really, really happy as the last few weeks leading up to the exam I was completely racked with nerves, thinking 'how am I going to pull this off?' but I got a couple of very last minute practises in and managed to glide through it easily. I don't know what exact grade I got, whether it was a distinction, merit or just a pass, but I do know I have passed at the very least. However... this means grade 8 next year lord help me!

Either way, it's still not completely 100% the end. We've arranged to go out for celebratory drinks on the 11th July and that's probably when we'll say our final goodbyes and probably get pretty emotional too! I hope everyone has success in whatever they go onto do in the future.

That is all.

Monday, 24 June 2013

Playlist for the Week #12 (24/06 - 30/06}

MONDAY: Semaphores On The Lawn - Little Comets
I haven't included Little Comets in a playlist for a while and this is only the third time so here you go. I'm currently listening to them right now, and I feel like I should listen to them a lot more because they are incredibly talented, different and so feelgood!

TUESDAY: Them Bones - Alice in Chains
I'm starting up a new band (finally) and I had a very brief jamming session with a guitarist I've been talking to for a week or so, and although we actually spent most of the time talking, we did decide on our first cover, being Them Bones. I thought it made sense to include it in this week's playlist.

WEDNESDAY: Taste It - Jake Bugg
You'll probably see a lot of Jake in the playlists seeing as I have a new obsession love for the guy. He's incredibly talented and a massive inspiration to me already seeing as he's only a year older than me, and me being an aspiring musician I feel like he's a good inspiration to have.

THURSDAY: Balaclava - Arctic Monkeys
I can't believe I haven't included Arctic Monkeys in a playlist since the very first one. They're an incredible band and they announced their new album is coming out in September, yessss! I can't wait to see what awesome music they've written this time round. I have high expectations.

FRIDAY: Gunslinger - Avenged Sevenfold
One of my favourite songs by a band that used to be my #1 favourite (but unfortunately I've been neglecting them quite a bit and they've been replaced). I'm hoping they'll announce news about their album, or put out a new single, because they're being too secretive about it all now!

SATURDAY: Aces High - Iron Maiden
I've listened to Iron Maiden nearly every time they've come on my iPod lately. I'm still sad that I missed out on Download but I don't regret going to Isle of Wight instead either. However, I'm happy because I still get to listen to Maiden, and here's one of my favourite songs by them.

SUNDAY: Darling Buds of May - Viva Brother
I don't think I've ever included these guys in a playlist before. They split up last April, and I'm still gutted because they were supposed to have another album out! However, here's their most popular song (or at least I think it is) and I hope you like it as much as I do.

Tuesday, 18 June 2013

Musical Instrument Set #4

For this set I have based it around a Telecaster guitar - specifically Graham Coxon's signature. However, this holds no major significance to the set as I just found the guitar and really liked it, so decided to use it.
Most of these items I just found whilst browsing through Polyvore, but I specifically searched for a Stone Roses tee... I think my love for them is just going to continue to grow after Friday's events!

- Kirstie x

Monday, 17 June 2013

Playlist for the Week #11 {17/06 - 23/06}

MONDAY: Someone Told Me - Jake Bugg
I saw Jake Bugg on Friday as you may or may not know, so I've been listening to him quite a bit since then. I was listening to his album through last night and when this song came on it caught my attention. I just listened to the lyrics really carefully and it almost made me cry... which is a rare thing!

TUESDAY: Come Back - Foo Fighters
This song literally just came on my iPod so I decided to add this into the playlist. I love Foo Fighters a little bit too much and I listen to them quite a lot - safe to say they are one of my favourite bands, or even my number one favourite. Dave Grohl is God. And Jesus. And the devil. All rolled into one.

WEDNESDAY: Would? - Alice in Chains
I think this is their most famous song. I'm gutted that I couldn't go to Download on the Saturday as they were playing that day and they were one of the bands I was most looking forward to when I was planning on going as they are one of my favourite bands. Here's a little bit of grunge in this week's playlist!

THURSDAY: Electric Feel - MGMT
This has always been one of my favourite songs by MGMT. I still haven't listened to them properly in a while after going through a massive phase of being borderline obsessed with them. They're touring the UK in October, but I doubt I'll be able to go because it's in London and I'll be skint from Paramore :(

FRIDAY: Schoolin' - Everything Everything
I saw these guys on Friday also. This was a song we used for our final performing arts show back when I was a little year 10 put up to year 11. I always thought it was a pretty weird song, but it definitely grew on me. I was so happy when they played this, maann!!

SATURDAY: Slaves & Bulldozers - Soundgarden
This song has been stuck in my head most of the day and I feel like Soundgarden haven't been in the weekly playlist for a while now. So here's a double dose of grunge! I keep forgetting I've seen these guys and I can't wait until I'm able to see them again, wooo! (hurry up and tour guys)

SUNDAY: Show Me A Sign - Alter Bridge
I haven't really included Alter Bridge as much as I've wanted to, and since they've been a band I've absolutely adored since when I was a young'un back in school I suppose I should really show you them more. I once saw Myles Kennedy (the singer) with Slash. It was brilliant.

Sunday, 16 June 2013

My Isle of Wight adventure.

We left around 11:45pm on Thursday night to get to the ferry for half 12 early Friday morning. Our ferry was due to leave at 1am and we got there and got across on the ferry with no problems. We were set to stay in my nan's friend Sheila's cottage for the night and also for the night after IOW finished on the Friday, however things quickly turned awful as we realised Sheila had accidentally given us the wrong set of keys. We decided there was no other option but to sleep in the car for the night, so we drove around for a bit and found a free parking lot to park in and tried to get some sleep. My sister, Amber, and my dad's fiancée Sue's granddaughter Taya (who I was sandwiched in between) managed to get some sleep, however me, my dad and Sue didn't manage to get any. So at 4:30am once the sun had risen we drove around trying to find somewhere we could have a shower; we found a little holiday park but it didn't open until 9am.

We went to McDonalds for breakfast (if you're interested I had a sausage and egg McMuffin plus a hash brown yay) and then went back to the car. My dad looked at a little information booth and found a number for a leisure centre that was open; we'd found one earlier but unfortunately it was closed due to the festival ground being right next to it! However, this one was open and they were offering a service for £1 each meaning we could have a shower and get ready there. So all was not lost and things were okay again! After we'd finished getting ready, we went back to the car and sorted out some things before leaving.

We then drove to the festival ground and parked in the car park at 9am before walking into Newport to have a little look around. My sister realised she'd picked up tights that were too small for her, so wanted to buy something new to wear instead of the skirt she was wearing so we looked round a few shops before she found some jeans she liked in TK Maxx. We then decided to go to the pub and have a pint before walking back up to the festival ground. I got a mixed berry and lime Bulmers, my dad and Sue had beers (I think) and Amber & Taya had fun with their Coca Colas (they are only 13 and 12 bless them). Me & Amber had chips and Taya had a jacket potato. After this we left about 1:15pm to get up to the festival for just past 1:30. The gates opened at 2 and we chilled out for a bit beneath some trees before looking around the little market stalls that were around the festival. At around 4, we headed back to the main stage.
Flags near the market stalls
Palma Violets were first on the main stage and since there weren't many people around at that point, me and my sister got pretty up close to watch them. After a couple of songs though, we got quite bored so we walked back to find everyone else. Didn't really rate Palma Violets very highly but they were good as a main stage opener. After they had finished, me and my dad got pints of cider from the bar and the woman who served me had to get someone to check my ID to make sure it was definitely me in the photo. The guy who came over was messing with me saying "nope I think it's fake, that's not you" but he made it obvious that he was joking and after a couple of minutes the woman came to the conclusion that it was me; the guy said "of course it's her, look at the nose!" I even tried to recreate the silly mugshot.

When I sat down with my pint, I texted my friend Harry who was also at the festival to see if he was there yet. After a little while of texting him we met up by the big wheel and by that point he was already quite drunk, which was rather funny. We went back to the main stage and watched Everything Everything who are quite a strange band but very musically talented. They played Schoolin', one of the only songs I know by them, and it brought back memories from year 10 in school when we had our final show in performing arts (I was put up a year so technically that was year 11, but I was the age of a year 10 so I ended up doing year 11 twice).
The big wheel at night (taken just before The Stone Roses)
After they'd finished we went to the Hipshaker Tent for a little bit before going back to watch Jake Bugg who was incredible. Jake changed guitars for every song apart from one where he'd done two acoustic songs in a row meaning he used the same guitar for those. Also, Harry said "imagine if he was your boyfriend" so I think he might ship me and Jake, hahaha. I must admit I do have a massive, growing love for the man(boy) so I'm not going to complain about that! I filmed part of Lightning Bolt (I did want the whole song but my phone decided otherwise) however it is rubbish quality, but I will still show you it here. I also got a couple of photos during his set so here you go!
Jake on the screen (left) and the main stage (right). The arrow points to him :)

Sorry it cuts off so soon! At least it cut off at the end of a verse.

After this we went our separate ways, Harry went to find his dad and I stood in a queue for the toilets for at least 10 minutes. Not fun. After I came out, whilst I was walking by the bar I spotted my dad which was really funny, talk about being in the right place at the right time! We went to find the others and then went to watch fun. in the Big Top. This however, was fun. Pun intentional. We stood outside the tent for most of it though as tall people stood in front of us; let's just say I am the tallest in the group asides from my dad and I couldn't see a thing. Not even the screens. :( However, we did get a better view from outside the tent and Nate Ruess bouncing around the stage was really funny and somewhat cute to watch. I'm not a fan of fun. but they looked like they would have been really awesome to see if I was a fan.

Near the end of their set, I went to get a burger from a stand because I was rather hungry by that point, and I took my sister along with me so I wouldn't be lonely (and she also wanted to check her bank balance). After that though, we had to stand in yet another loo queue for about 10 minutes, and during that time Paul Weller had started so we went to find my dad who was stood on his own with his bag and Sue's bag - Sue and Taya had gone off somewhere and my dad said he'd stay there, but they didn't see him so had gone to sit on the seats by the coffee bar. When we finally met up with them again, my dad was pretty annoyed but he calmed down quickly as we went off to watch Paul Weller. 

Paul's set was incredible, and he played Start! (a song by The Jam; you may know he was the lead singer) which made me so happy and brought back so many memories. It was one of the first songs ever that I learned to play on bass, but I got a little too enthusiastic with my dancing and accidentally knocked a pint out of this dude's hands! Seeing as they're £4.30 each I felt terrible and apologised many times, offering to buy him another, but he was totally cool about it and was like "it's fine, it's good enough that you were dancing to Paul Weller, don't worry about it". I'm glad he was someone like that rather than someone who rages at people for that sort of thing! I didn't know an awful lot of Paul Weller's stuff, but it was still great fun to watch him and my dad dancing is rather funny to watch. That's entertainment. ;) (I hope at least one person got that pun)
The mighty Paul Weller. Was quite far back for him but still a decent view.
After he'd finished, we went back to find the others and sorted out what we were going to do. Sue and Taya were going to head back to the car early, but Amber wanted to stay with me and my dad to watch The Stone Roses. Unfortunately, she didn't feel too good so we stayed pretty far back, but then because we didn't have such a good view I asked my dad if he was alright with me going further forward on my own. He said that was fine and that he would take Amber back to the coffee seats. There were loads of gaps between people so I managed to get really far forward but more to the side, but I still had an amazing view. I kept going for a little while longer, and I'm so glad I did because then I found Harry again. Watching a band is so much more fun when you're not alone! The Stone Roses were unreal, a few times they dragged out songs for major instrumental solos. I have a feeling most of the solos were improvised which was even more impressive! Not only were they brilliant, but they are now even more brilliant than they've ever been. I didn't even think that was possible seeing as they are insanely incredible. Meanwhile, here's a few photos of me walking down to near the front...
Photo 1: Near the back. Still with my dad and sister.
Photo 2: Walking a little further forward on my own, to the side now.
Photo 3: This was when I'd just found Harry. You can't really tell, but we had an amazing view.
Unfortunately, we had another spot of bad luck. Amber wasn't feeling any better so my dad texted me telling me this. I asked him if I should leave early, and he said yes so I had to leave a couple of songs before The Stone Roses finished. When I got back to them, my poor little sister was sick and shivering really badly so we decided the best thing would be to take her to the first aid tent to get her checked out. Luckily she was fine, it was most likely a combination of lack of sleep, being out in the sun too much and too many doughnuts (tut tut!). However, in the time it took us trying to find the first aid tent and getting Amber seen to, The Stone Roses finished and luckily I could still hear them perfectly clearly. It wasn't all so bad, and Amber felt better immediately after getting everything out of her system. It was starting to rain though so we layered her up in four hoodies and jackets. :')

Finally, we left to walk back to the car. It took us about half an hour but then we drove back to the ferry to go home. I was really tired and grouchy by this point and there were loads of people up on the deck we went to, so I got kind of annoyed with the noise as I just wanted some peace and quiet. Apparently there was someone famous across the other side of the deck and I said "I bet it's someone from a reality show, it always seems to be someone like that in that situation." but then me and my dad walked over to see what the commotion was and it was only Ian fudging Brown!!! I immediately took what I thought and said back as this was a lot better than I could have hoped for. At first I thought it was only him on the ferry, but when they were getting off the ferry the rest of The Stone Roses made an appearance. Before they did though, me and my dad went to talk to Ian and my dad filmed for a little bit. He introduced me to Ian as 'the newest Stone Roses fan' and I can't really remember what Ian said but he said something alone the lines of "nice one" and smiled at me so I smiled back. Totally starstruck, as the dude's a legend! He's incredibly down to earth though. I was going to ask for a photo but he was with his family so I thought it wouldn't really be the right time to ask for one. My dad, however, took a photo of him at least so here it is.
Ian Brown!!! Yeees. He's a bit old now but he hasn't changed too much since the 80s.
Harry was also on the same ferry as us which was really funny as I'd literally just text him saying Ian Brown was on the same ferry as me (this was, again, before the rest of the band made an appearance). His phone had died though so I re-told him that Ian Brown was sat over the other side, and he seemed slightly disbelieving so I showed him where he was. Whilst we were over there, Mani (the bassist) appeared and asked Sue how he gets to the top deck so he could smoke; when she'd told him where to go, he said "cheers love". I wish I was there to see it, but Sue re-telling the story was funny enough! Anyway... it was an amazing way to end an incredibly weird day. For the first half of the day, my dad was singing "it's the best day everrrrr" (as in, the song off Spongebob) sarcastically. This time though, he sung it again in a serious way as The Stone Roses are his favourite band and for him to meet the singer and bassist is pretty unreal! 

Finally, the ferry got back to Portsmouth and we drove home. We got back about 3am and by this point I was just completely exhausted and I had never been so happy to finally be in a bed, in my whole life. I don't quite know what happened but for some reason I didn't actually get to bed until just before 4. After 40 hours of not sleeping at all, I was finally able to sleep and it was beautiful.
This is not coming off for a while. No way.
Overall, I had an amazing time at the festival, there were a few ups and downs but it was definitely worth it! So incredible to say I've seen the artists I saw yesterday.

- Kirstie x
(P.S. pretend I posted this Saturday instead of today)

Saturday, 15 June 2013

Fashion Friday #10

I was going to queue this post so it would post yesterday, but just as I'd finished making the set my dad knocked on the door and we had to leave for Isle of Wight Festival. I did want this outfit to be similar to the one I wore for the festival yesterday, but unfortunately I couldn't find the top I wore so I decided to base it around the denim-look dress I bought from Topshop the other day. This is still inspired by Isle of Wight (and I will be writing a post shortly detailing everything that happened!!) so I hope you like this!
Unfortunately, Topshop still don't have the dress listed on their website, but it is £34 and I have seen it in all Topshop stores I've been in recently!

- Kirstie x

Tuesday, 11 June 2013

Mini-haul #3

Actually... this time it's a not-so-mini haul. I went shopping twice, yesterday and today, and bought more than I usually do since I am a very fussy shopper and rarely find anything I really want to buy. However, this time I have bought quite a few items...
From L-R: Denim Tunic Dress £34 Topshop; Yin & Yang/Peace Sign Vest £7.99 H&M, Denim Skater Skirt £8 Primark, Bandeau Bikini Set (underneath) £3 Primark; Leather and Suede Tassel Bag £8 Primark
Unfortunately, I can't find the dress or top online, and Primark don't have an online store! The necklace you may or may not have spotted in the first photo, I bought from a little market stall in Brighton one year for £12. You could probably find a necklace like this in high street shops or even eBay or Amazon.

I also bought hair flowers... apologies that I am only showing the actual accessory rather than me wearing it, I look rather rough today so I'd rather not post a picture of myself that I'm unhappy with (slight moment of vanity whoops).
Floral Head Band £2.50 Primark - I feel like Lana Del Rey in these. 
I find that shopping is very therapeutic, even more so when you find things you absolutely adore! I got so lucky this time that I found everything I wanted. I set out to buy a new outfit for Isle Of Wight (as you may remember me mentioning yesterday; I am wearing the top and bikini with some shorts I already have, plus the bag and possibly the headband - also with my Dr Martens and a leather jacket for when it's the evening), and also a new dress. As you can see, everything is here!

- Kirstie x

Monday, 10 June 2013

Playlist for the Week #10 {09/06 -15/06}

MONDAY: Since I've Been Loving You - Led Zeppelin
I had a mini Led Zeppelin party in my room last night and this was the first song I listened to today so I figured the #1 legends of rock music deserved a spot in the first playlist in a little while. This is a rather depressing song but it is incredibly brilliant.

TUESDAY: Could You Be Loved - Bob Marley
After my Led Zeppelin party, I had a Bob Marley party until I got tired and decided to sleep. This is one of my favourite songs by the Marley. Everything by him is so chilled out and relaxed and lovely to listen to, so here's your little fix of Bob. You're welcome. ;)

WEDNESDAY: If It's Lovin' That You Want - Rihanna
I will admit this now. I have been listening to Rihanna a lot the past couple of days and I have no regrets. I have rekindled my love for her older music from when I was quite a bit younger, around 11 I'd guess. This particular song came on in River Island the other day. One of my favourites.

THURSDAY: Love/Hate Heartbreak - Halestorm
I felt like including Halestorm as I have recently set the gorgeous and talented Lzzy Hale as my phone background. Not going to lie, I have a massive crush on her and I'm not sure if it's limited to just the 'girl crush' stage. I saw Halestorm a year ago yesterday. Time flies!

FRIDAY: I Wanna Be Adored - The Stone Roses
As you may or may not have seen from my last post, I am going to see The Stone Roses this Friday! They are headlining Isle Of Wight and they are my dad's favourite band so he's not missing out on this chance. Here's my favourite so far of the songs I've listened to by them.

SATURDAY: Have It All - Foo Fighters
On the way to Whiteley Village shopping outlet on Saturday this came on my dad's phone (he plugs it into the stereo) so we were grooving down the motorway listening to Foo Fighters. Super sweeeet. This was also the same day the Rihanna song came on in River Island.

SUNDAY: Paper Doll - Cherri Bomb
I don't really have a reason why I chose this song, I just felt like including Cherri Bomb again. I've been wanting to learn this song on guitar for a while now, I can play the main riff so far but that's it! When I finally find a band I'd love to cover this song.

So... It's been a while.

I have been rather neglectful of my blog, and I am very sorry! I only meant to take a few days' break but this has now turned into more than two weeks (16 days in total!). Now I am back, so here's some updates on the goings-on in my life...

...first off, some bad news. I had my university audition this past Thursday and unfortunately me being the nervous wreck I am when it comes to solo performance, almost completely messed it up, thus not getting a place at Solent University. I had to perform a solo piece and I kept making mistakes. I was not ready at all. Then, I had to read and perform a short piece of notated music, which I cannot do as I have not learnt to read music as it is usually written (I learn from tablature and by ear). However, there are two silver linings to this cloud, the first being that the third task I had to do for my audition was improvisation and I managed that pretty well so at least it wasn't so bad. The second silver lining is that I am carrying on at Fareham College doing the HNC (Higher National Certificate) and someone I like an incredible amount will be in my class next year. And he thinks I'm cute. :D

So yes... that is also another update. My love life is existent again, apparently! However, I'm going to take things as they come and not rush into anything. I've made a few mistakes in the past when it's come to boys so I can take these and learn from them. I will however keep you updated if you would so care to hear about this!

Thirdly, I am seeing The Stone Roses on Friday along with Paul Weller, Jake Bugg, Everything Everything and others, depending on who I end up seeing! Bring it on! I went shopping today for a new outfit to wear to the festival (Isle Of Wight to be precise) and as soon as I have a photo I will upload one. I am currently waiting for the skirt to dry though, as I accidentally spilt some iced mocha on it not so long after buying it so it had to go straight in the washing machine as soon as I got home. I also need to take back a bikini if I'm able to, as the top is really rather small which confused me quite a bit as it is a size 10 - funnily enough a dress I got the other day is too big for me, and it is also a size 10! Places really need to sort their sizes out.

Anyway. That is all...

- Kirstie x
P.S. think it's time for a Playlist for the Week... watch this space.