FREEDOM! and the New Prince

Hello everyone,
               I'm sorry its been a while, but finally....the six week holidays have arrived! I'm especially excited this year, because it gives me a lot of time to make sure my blog is up to scratch, and write more frequently about more exciting things, which I'm sure you'll be happy about! I have lots planned, and I'm really looking forward to sharing everything I do with you.

  So, recently I haven't really done much. I went to Alton Towers last week with school which was really fun, and after two and a half hours queuing in blazing heat, we eventually got to ride The Smiler! It was amazing! But I've since heard that its been closed due to safety concerns...however I lived to tell the tail. Highly recommended and worth the queue, just watch out for any flying parts...

  Also, it has been my Mum's Birthday. Happy Birthday Mum! Which was lovely, we had a nice family take-away and then went to see a personal shopper. It was a really lovely day, and it was lovely and sunny too!

  Then yesterday the future King of England finally arrived! I know a lot of people aren't a fan of the Royals, but Personally I think its a lovely tradition. Congratulations Will and Kate!

Family photo!! And Kate's dress is amazing, polka dots are my new obsession!

  Overall lots to look forward too! Happy Summer!

Summer Book List

It is now starting to look and feel like Summer, and if there's one thing I really enjoy about the long holidays it having time to read. So, I thought I'd recommend my favourite reads and be the Richard and Judy of the blogging world... Here goes...

1. The first book is one of my all time favourites, which is strange because I'm not a huge fan of love stories really. But, I just love the way that this one is written! Its from a unique point of view and is just a really good book, "A modern classic" as the Daily mail called it.

One Day- David Nicholls

2. Book number two is also one of my favourite books, it is Divergent by Veronica Roth. It's the first in a series of three books, with the fourth being released this Autumn (I can't wait!). The characters are so interesting, and its set in the future which always makes a book more intriguing. Veronica has a blog too, so check that out!. Also, the film interpretation of Divergent will be released later this year.

3. The Fault in Our Stars by John Green is probably the best book I have ever read! My English teacher recommended it to me, and it is just flawless! Its not such a happy story (I cried for about three chapters) but it is an amazing story! John Green is such a good writer, and I can't wait to read more of his books. STRONGLY RECOMMENDED!

4. This is a more light-hearted read, perfect for holidays, and it's non-fiction. James Bowen's story about how his stray cat helped him put his life back together (as he was once homeless and had a drug issue). In some places it's quite detailed, but nevertheless a really good book that I thoroughly enjoyed as a cat lover.

5. Finally, another love story, P.S I Love You. Well, I say love story....she grieving for her dead husband, which I know doesn't sound like a good book, but trust me my whole family enjoyed it. I read this on holiday and it was a really good beach read. The author, Ceceila Ahern, is the daughter of a former Taoiseach of Ireland (equivalent to the Prime minister of  England), that's a lovely fact...

 So, I hope you found this useful if you don't have a clue what to read this Summer. Enjoy!

Thank you, 

Hannah Louise

Growing Up...

This year I have really started to feel old, mature and in charge of my future. Honestly, I didn't really notice  until a friend put a photo on Facebook, and I couldn't believe how old she looked! Which is exciting, but also quite daunting... Even when I was younger I never really wanted to grow up. I saw my sister getting older and it looked really scary! (and boring). But, to be honest I have enjoyed trying new things and new experiences.

Always been a shop-oholic!

 That doesn't mean I don't miss being a child, running around the garden and putting peg bags on my head (yes, I was a strange child), its just being ready for new things. I still have no idea of what I would like to do later on in life,so this year, I've really tried to be involved in as much as possible. Which is ultimately what lead me to do this blog. I think that if I try doing as many different things as I can, eventually I'll find what I really love doing and know where I really want to be in 10 years time.

 So for now, I'm just going to have fun being a teenager, do what I enjoy, and don't too stressed out about things that I don't. As long as I'm enjoying being this age, I'll have no regrets...

We're really maturing (hehe!)

Look at us now!

Remember your memories, but live for today.

Thank you,
Hannah Louise