My Disney Diary- Day 5 (Day 91)

Our last day at Disney was just travelling home but it was far from simple.

We got up at 3:30 and gathered our things. We then checked out and waited for our taxi which came at 4:30. We got to CDG in plenty of time and went to check in, this is when things started to get stressful. We had to use automatic check in machine and we ended up putting the wrong passport under the wrong name. There was no way to change it so we asked for help and no one seemed to take us seriously. We just got told to try again and again until eventually they admitted defeat and checked us in manually. They then tried to charge us to check our bag even though we had already paid. It took us an hour to get checked in but finally we got through security, found some breakfast and went to board our plane.

At this point everything seemed okay. The departure board was showing that the plane was leaving on time and we were totally ready to go home. We weren't sat together on the plane but figured it was only a short flight so it would be okay. Once we had boarded the pilot announced there would be a 45 minute delay at which point one of the air stewards told us that there were some spare seats at the front of the plane so we could sit together. From then on things went from bad to worse. After about another 30 minutes we were told that because of the baggage people being on strike there was a chance we would be leaving without bags as nobody could put them on to our plane for us. The worst of it is that the trolley with our bags was parked in the planes way so it could not leave until someone moved them out of our way. After two hours we finally left without our bags. We eventually made it back and put in the requests to claim our baggage and then we went home.

Despite our disastrous journey home, we had the best time and we're already planning our next trip to Disneyland.

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

My Disney Diary- Day 4 (Day 90)

Our last day at Disney was a big day.

We decided that we wanted to ride Crush's Coaster again but we really didn't want to queue for 50 minutes again. We woke up early and quickly went and got some breakfast before getting an early bus to the parks. They opened the Studios at 9:30 but the rides were supposed to remain shut until 10. We ran to join the huge queue that had formed outside of Crush's coaster and figured it would take forever for us to get on. However they opened the ride 20 minutes before park opening time so we finished the ride by 10 and headed over to the main park.

We spent our last day watching all the parades and shows as well as doing all of our favourite rides again. We then went to Downtown Disney to get some food. We went to Planet Hollywood as we knew they had some gluten free options on their menu. What we didn't realise is that they had 3 pages of gluten free options for Lydia, she was so excited. She had been eating the allergy meals all week which really didn't look great so to have a choice of 3 pages of options was super exciting for her. We both got burgers and hers came on a gluten free bun (gluten free burgers are rare even in this country). It was so nice to have a proper meal that wasn't in a takeaway form. We then did some more rides before watching Dreams.

After Dreams we decided to go to the shops on Main Street before leaving the park. I was so happy we did as we managed to get some amazing pictures in front of the castle as the park was nearly empty. Being in the park when it is nearly empty is an amazing experience and one I will not forget in a hurry. It's so beautiful and peaceful, just the Main Street soundtrack and the pretty lights, It was the most magical part of our entire trip. I forgot every worry and just allowed myself to be immersed in the beauty of it all. We then went back to the room to pack.

We had a very early start the next morning and couldn't get everything in the cases. We ended up sat on the floor surrounded by stuff hysterically laughing. Eventually we packed and at about midnight we headed to bed, knowing we had to be up at 3 am the next morning.

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

My Disney Diary- Day 3 (Day 89)

On day 3, we decided to have a bit of a lie in and not get up until 8:30. It was nice to sleep in and I think we really needed the rest. Once we were ready, we went for breakfast and got the shuttle to the parks.

We decided for our second day at Disney to go to the studios park. For those that don't know Disneyland Paris is broken up into 3 sections. There is the Disney village which is full of restaurants and Disney shops and is free to enter for anyone. There are then 2 theme parks; the Disneyland Park and Disney's Hollywood Studios. We had park hopper tickets so were free to go in and out of both parks. The studios have the bigger rides which did mean much longer queue times.

We wanted to do all the rides that side as we didn't really want to spend another day there. The longest we queued was around 50 minutes for Crush's Coaster which was totally worth it as we both agreed it was our favourite ride. We also did the toy story rides and the tower of terror. We really wanted to do the Ratatouille ride as it's new and we had heard good things about it. We fast passed it, which was lucky as the wait was at least 80 minutes. However the best thing was the random princess meet ups. We were lucky enough to meet Ariel and Eric which was a dream come true. We also saw Snow White and Belle but they were whisked away before we had a chance to get a picture with them (we were quite unlucky with character meets).

We then ate at Restaurant en Coulisse before leaving the studios and heading to the main park for the fireworks. We got into the main park and wandered around the shops on Main Street before grabbing some popcorn and getting our spot for dreams.

Instead of getting the shuttle bus straight after dreams, we decided to let the rush die down and head into Downtown Disney to do some shopping. We started in the World of Disney which honestly was like a dream world. We spent an hour and a half in there looking at all the stuff we could buy before heading back to our hotel ready for the final Disney day.

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

My Disney Diary- Day 2 (Day 88)

After a rough nights sleep (there was a school trip in our corridor who were screaming and banging doors until 1am) we woke up at 7:30 in order to get to the parks for 10am when they opened.

We got up, showered and dressed and made it down to breakfast for about 8:30. Breakfast was really good. It was a buffet with a whole range of food such as fruit, cereal, pastries and fried food. There was plenty to choose from. It was also great because they had some gluten free options which is great considering Lydia can not eat gluten. We made sure to fill ourselves up ready for the day ahead. After breakfast we had to go to reception as the safe in our room was broken. We talked to someone on the desk who said she would send someone up to look at it (It was fixed by the time we got back that night). The hotel Kyriad also had a little farm with rabbits, a donkey and some goats so we went for a walk around there before getting the bus to Disney. We got to Disney at just after 10 and went straight to the Disneyland Park.

It truly was the most magical moment walking down Main Street to see the castle. We had the best first day. The sun was out and it was pretty warm. We didn't really have a plan of attack we just wondered round going on all of the rides we wanted to go on. We really paced ourselves and we took our time. Luckily as it wasn't peak season we managed to get on just about everything. At about 4:30 we decided to try and find something to eat. We had took some snacks into the park with us which we had been munching on all day but we decided we needed something a bit more substantial. We decided to go to Hakuna Matata as we were already close to it.

After our meal, we walked down to Main Street to catch the parade which was amazing. It was so magical to see all the characters and the Princesses, I felt like I was a kid again, especially when we freaked out because we saw Cinderella and she laughed and waved at us before blowing us a kiss. It's funny how I'm 19 years old but in the moment I felt like a 6 year old again. After the parade we went on a few more rides before grabbing some popcorn and getting our spot for dreams. Dreams was honestly the most amazing thing. I'll probably do a whole post on Dreams but if you go to Disneyland Paris it is definitely worth while.

After Dreams we got the crazy busy shuttle back to hotel, updated our instagram accounts and went to bed ready for another amazing day.

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

My Disney Diary- Day 1 (Day 87)

I thought I'd give you all a run through of what I did on my Disney holiday. I think this will be a nice thing to look back on in years to come so I can remember my trip. I went to Disneyland Paris for 5 days with my best friend Lydia and we truly had the best time.

Day 1- Monday 21st March
For us Monday was all about the travelling. We went out on the 5:25pm flight to Paris Charles De Gaulle from Birmingham airport. We spent the day packing and checking we had everything before going to the airport. It was really strange being alone in the airport. Neither of us had ever traveled alone before and it was scary having to drop our bags off and get through security and on to the plane. It was a strange day. There were air traffic control strikes going on in France which meant lots of flights that were going to and from France as well as across French air space were being cancelled. We just hoped and prayed that ours would leave and it would leave at the right time!

We were in luck! After going to get some food at the airport we boarded our plane and took off with only a ten minute delay. We were so excited to be in the air and on our way to Disneyland Paris. The flight only took around 45 minutes before we landed and carried on with our journey. When we got to CDG it was like a maze to get out of. We must have gone down about 4 flights of stairs before getting to a monorail to take us to baggage claim. Our bag came off pretty quickly so we could go and find our shuttle bus. Now we had paid for a shared shuttle bus but because there was no body else going into Disney at that time we got the whole bus to ourselves which was pretty cool. The shuttle driver was waiting for us at arrivals with a sign with my name and he led us to our shuttle.

After about 40 minutes we got to our hotel. We were staying in the hotel Kyriad which is one of the Disney partner hotels. A partner hotel is one that is not on Disney property but is officially endorsed by Disney and you can even book through the Disneyland Paris website (although we found it better to book separately). The partner hotels are usually cheaper and have free shuttles to the Disney parks which is one of the major draws. It took us a while to check in just because we got to the hotel at the time when the fireworks had finished at Disney and the shuttles were just getting in so the reception area was packed. We managed to check in and find our room which was lovely. We were lucky enough to get a corner room so we had a big long corridor and plenty of extra space. We had two single beds which were super comfy. The rooms were clean and there was plenty of hot water. The hotel also had free unlimited wifi so after we finished telling our families we had arrived, catching up on our social media, checking out maps and planning our first Disney day we decided it was time to get some sleep so we could get up early for the next day.

So day one was a success, get ready for day 2!

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

Happy Easter! (Day 86)

Now I'm not really prepared for today! After being away for a week, I'm super behind and today is Easter weekend so I have spent the day with family! I think Easter is an important day to celebrate despite the fact I'm not religious! For me Easter is about being together as a family and celebrating old traditions.

So happy Easter weekend! I'll catch up on blogs tomorrow, promise! 

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

Home Sweet Home! (Day 85)

I did it. I've officially conquered Disneyland Paris!

I'm exhausted, achy and in serious need of a decent nights sleep but I had the most amazing few days! So after a nightmare of a day travelling (I'll catch you up on it soon) I'm hitting the hay. So for now I'll leave you with my favourite thing ever... The castle!

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

Simple Face Wash Review (Day 84)

My acne is a real problem.

Acne gets me down. When you look in the mirror and all you see is spots, it can really lower your self- esteem. I like trying to find face washes that can control my spots and help my acne. I've been using this simple product for a while now and I really like it. It has not cleared my skin up completely but it has helped me to improve it. It definitely reduces my redness and general skin texture without being really harsh and damaging on my face. It is really affordable too. 

All in all, I really like this product as I am definitely seeing results and noticing a difference in my skin.

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

Rimmel Scandal Eyes Eyeliner Review (Day 83)

Good eyeliner can really complete the look!

I'm always on the look out for an eyeliner that is easy to use and the perfect black. I always struggle with eyeliner application so I really appreciate eyeliner that makes it easy for me. I really love this eyeliner because it's a gel liner that is in felt tip form which makes life so much easier. The pen makes the eyeliner easy to control and the super thin nib makes this eyeliner perfect for getting right onto the lash line. It's also great for creating flicks and cat eyes which is something I really struggle with.

I swear by this product at the minute and will definitely be repurchasing in the future. You can create the perfect eyeliner look with minimal effort.

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

Simple Moisturiser (Day 82)

I love a good skin care product.

I'm always trying new things to get my acne under control and I tend to lean towards Simple skin care products because I know they work.Simple pride themselves on not adding unnecessary chemicals to their products and that seems to really work with my skin.

I've had really dry skin on my face lately so when I saw that Simple did a light moisturiser, I thought I would give it a go. I really like it. It's perfect for my face as it's not to heavy and it really does make my skin feel softer and more healthy. It helps my skin naturally repair itself and keeps it healthy after removing makeup and washing.

I really love this and wouldn't hesitate to buy it again.

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

Toiletries Packing (Day 81)

Now in case I haven't said it enough, I'M GOING TO DISNEYLAND PARIS! Actually, as you are reading this, I will hopefully be on the plane somewhere above the English channel.

I thought I'd make my list of essential toiletries that I pack when I'm going on a trip, just in case you are stuck and need some ideas.

So, I like to pack...

• Shampoo
• Conditioner
• Shower gel
• Flannel or sponge
• Soap
• Toothbrush
• Toothpaste
• Deodorant
• Dry shampoo
• Body spray
• Heat Defense spray
• Vaseline/ lip balm
• Hand cream
• Eye makeup remover
• Cleanser
• Toner
• Cotton wool pads
• Plasters

Now this list is not extensive but hopefully it might give you some ideas if you're struggling to pack.

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx 

Handy Travelling Ideas (Day 80)

I'm always on the hunt for handy tips and tricks for travelling, so I thought I'd share one of mine.

I'm always carting around big bottles of products I can't find in travel size, it never occurred to me that I could probably downsize. I was in Primark the other week and managed to get my hand on some travel bottles.

The set was only £1 and in it you get all of these...

You get a pump bottle, 2 squeezy bottles (one small and one large), a small pot, a funnel and a handy set of labels. The labels are probably my favourite thing about this set. They include things such as shampoo, body lotion and cleanser and are all things I'd use these for. Now the plastic does feel a bit thin but to be honest you get what you pay for.

Considering they whole set was £1, I'm pretty happy with them.

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

Give a Girl the Right Pair of Shoes and She Will Conquer the World (Day 79)

Give a Girl the Right Pair of Shoes and She Will Conquer the World!

Now when Marilyn Monroe said this, I don't think these were quite the shoes she was talking about but still... it works.

I've been wanting some new high tops for a while to prepare for my trip for Disneyland Paris. I kind of gave up on it though, until I found these. Primark really do hit the Disney nail on the head. Now these white high tops look just like... well white high tops complete with red laces but when you look at the side...

That's right! It's Minnie Mouse! 

I mean how cute, seriously. They really are perfect for my trip to Disney. They were only £10 as well so if they get destroyed from all the walking, I'm not going to mind too much. Now I can't comment on the comfort but I think I'll soon find out (It's okay, I've packed the plasters). 

Okay, so these might not be the shoes I use to conquer the world (I really envision something a bit fancier for that) but I will definitely conquer Disneyland Paris in them!

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

VO5 Firm Hold Hairspray Review (Day 78)

I consider hairspray to be an essential, I can't live without it.

Whether curly or straight, down or up I always need hairspray. I'm always trying new ones to get the perfect hold. You don't want your hair to end up crunchy but you want it to hold the hair in place all day. I've recently been using this VO5 firm hold hairspray and I really like it. It doesn't quite hold hair in place all day but it gives it a good go. The best thing though is that it doesn't leave my hair crunchy as that is something I hate!  

I love this hairspray for when I want to achieve natural curls. I know it will hold for most of the day without my hair looking fake and unnatural. 

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

VO5 Give Me Texture Spray Review (Day 77)

Good styling products are vital for achieving the hairstyles you want.

I often go for the natural, slightly messy look as it's low maintenance and easy to deal with. I have been loving this spray as it gives me just that. I just style my hair and then spray this through it and scrunch for a naturally tousled look. I then finish with hairspray to keep my look in place. This spray is great for naturally messy hair and best of all it doesn't leave hair straw like which so many products do.

I love having messy hair as it doesn't matter what kind of weather my hair faces it still looks like I planned it. I often just leave my hair as it naturally is and spray this through it for an effortless and fast hairstyle.

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

Simple Toner Review (Day 76)

Keeping my skin clear is super important to me.

Practicing a good skin routine helps me keep my skin under control and stops my acne from flaring up. I swear by Simple skin care products as they do not use tonnes and tonnes of unnecessary chemicals and help to keep my acne at bay. I've been using this toner for a few months now and I really love it. I apply it after cleansing my face using a cotton wool pad and it really helps to remove any makeup that the cleanser failed to get. Clear pores really does help with clear skin. This toner is tough but gentle which is really everything you want in a cleanser.

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

Simple Cleanser Review (Day 75)

Acne prone skin can be a real problem.

I am always willing to try new products for my skin to try and solve my acne problem. My acne has definitely got better with age but I still get regular flare ups. I have found sticking to natural products really helps keep my skin clear, that's why I tend to use Simple products. 

I really love this Simple Cleansing Lotion. It's more of a cream in consistency but is great at removing tough makeup. I just use this on a cotton wool pad and wipe all over my face to remove my makeup. There is something really satisfying when you can see all your makeup on the cotton pad in front of you. It is really tough and can remove many layers of makeup. Best of all, it doesn't cause my acne to flare up.

Best of all, it's pretty cheap in comparison to a lot of products and is readily available from different stores.

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

What's in my Make- up Bag (Day 74)

A good makeup bag is essential for a full face of makeup but knowing what should and shouldn't be in there is tricky. I've just cleared mine out and stripped it to the bare necessities so I thought I would share what I have included.

Firstly lets talk about my actual makeup bag. I'm currently using my Fleur De Force one from feel unique because it's so cute. I love all the pastel water colours and the rose gold stars and detailing. I also love the size, it's not so big that I feel I have to fill it with junk but it's not so small that I'm restricted.

First thing I always have in my makeup bag is a good foundation. I'm currently using the Rimmel Wake Me Up Foundation.

Concealer is essential! The Collection Lasting Perfection Concealer is my all time favourite.

I then have my Rimmel Stay Matte Powder.

In terms of eyes, I still love my Naked palette as all of the colours are essential for everyday makeup.

I then have the Rimmel Scandal Eyes eyeliner as well as a good mascara and eyebrow pencil in order to finish my everyday eye look.

I also like to include a selection of lip products to choose from.

 Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

Simple Eye Makeup Remover Review (Day 73)

Eye makeup remover is an essential part of my daily routine!

Finding a good makeup remover is tough. Most eye makeup removers do not even touch waterproof mascara and if they do I find they tend to really irritate my eyes. A few years ago I started using the Simple Eye Makeup Remover and now I swear by it.

The Simple Eye Makeup remover is amazing. You just apply it to a cotton pad and then wipe the eye until it's clean. Now I will say, it does struggle with waterproof mascara but it gets there in the end, it just takes a bit of scrubbing. The best thing about it though is that it is so sensitive. My eyes get irritated by everything and I have to be so careful what I use on them but this is amazing. It is so gentle and does not leave my eyes looking red and itchy.

This product is so easily available. I bought my last one from Asda for £4 but it is pretty much available everywhere which is great as It means I do not have to go out of my way to buy it.

All in all, I love it!

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

Back to the 90's (Day 72)

I'm officially in love with scrunchies!

I know I'm really late to the trend but I'm absolutely loving wearing scrunchies. The scrunchie was popular from the end of the 80's until the mid- 90's and honestly I don't think it has ever truly been cool. It made it's comeback late last year and although it's still not cool, I'm really rocking it. I don't even know if it looks that good, I just honestly love them.

I was in Primark recently and picked this one up...

And remember: 'Don't be into trends. Don't make fashion own you, but you decide what you are, what you want to express by the way you dress and the way you live'- Gianni Versace' 

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

*UPDATE* Essie Resort Fling Follow Up. (Day 71)

Recently I did a blog post on my experience with using the Essie Resort Fling nail polish (which you can read here).

Now although my initial impression of the nail polish was positive as it was a lovely coral pink colour and made by Essie so I assumed it was bound to be good, I soon realised there were problems. The polish was runny and took many coats to build up the desired colour. The finished result was patchy and really needed work doing to it. I figured it couldn't be all bad and at least I would get a weeks wear out of my shocking nail job but NO, I was wrong.

About 3 days after I'd painted my nails, the polish started to peel off in sheets. Literally the entire nail was coming off in one whole piece. It started on one finger and then all of them went. The edges started to peel up and then it got to a point where the whole nail needed to be taken off.

Honestly I am so disappointed in this nail polish. I usually swear by Essie and have never had a negative experience with it before. I'm not giving up on it just yet, I'm determined to try it again at some point in the future.

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

Essie Resort Fling Nail Polish Review (Day 67)

Now normally I swear by Essie nail polish but this one had let me down.

This polish was released as part of the 2014 Resort collection and I had high hopes for Resort Fling (318). I've used other polishes from this collection and they have been amazing but I really don't like this one. On a positive note, the colour in the bottle is the perfect coral and when you finally build it up, it is a lovely colour but the nail polish has its flaws.

The consistency just seems all wrong. It's so thin and runny that it's impossible to apply neatly and most of it ends up on the skin around the nail. It also takes so many coats. I applied three and it still isn't opaque. It also dries so patchy on the nail that it just looks messy. I don't know if I'm applying it wrong or what! I didn't use a base coat so maybe that's it. I don't know I really love Essie but this one let me down.

I'm going to give it another go soon and I will hopefully get better results.

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

What's in my Disney Park Bag (Day 70)

Knowing what to pack for Disneyland is very important.

Going to any theme park or on a day trip requires amazing packing. You're going to be out all day and need to be prepared for anything but you don't want to be carrying the entire house with you, so packing light is essential.

This is what I'm going to be packing in my park bag. I'm trying to pack only the essentials as I'm going to be on my feet all day long and don't want to be carrying extra weight.

1. First thing I pack is what I like to call the essentials. These are the things that I am bound to need. I normally pack things like this in a little case within my bag so it's all in the same place and easy to find. My essentials include things like Ibuprofen in case of any pains, some hair ties to keep my hair out of my face, some tissues because you never know when you'll need a tissue, some hand sanitizer as there is not always soap available, plasters in case of blisters or cuts and Vaseline because I HATE having dry lips. I would also include some sun cream if it was hot outside.

2. I then pack my valuables so in this case some money and my phone. I can't live without my phone and I'm going to need it to upload cute Disney photos to Instagram so I always make sure I have that. I also like to downsize my purse to a smaller one. I love this Little Mermaid one from Primark as it has card slots as well as room for money.

3. You always need to pack a snack and a drink. It's important to stay hydrated so I always take a bottle of water with me in my bag to sip on throughout the day. A snack is also important to keep your energy up as you never know how long it will be between your meals in Disneyland.

4. Weather appropriate clothes are essential. Paris is a lot like Britain and you never know what the weather will do next. Therefore I always pack a hoodie so I can throw it on if it gets cold, some sunglasses in case it gets really sunny and a rain coat (in this case an Olaf one) to keep dry if it rains.

5. Last but not least, I always have my Mickey ears ready for the parks. I like to collect Disney ears so I will be buying some new ones when I get to the park but these are my Minnie Ears from Disney World Orlando and I really love them. 

So these are most of the things that I will be including in my Disney bag, Hopefully I have it all!

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

My Disney Park Bag (Day 69)

Now what my previous trips to Disney has taught me is that you need a good park bag!
I like to use a backpack for my Disney bag as you can just throw it on your back and forget about it but I know some people prefer shoulder bags. Really it's whatever is comfortable for you.

Now my old backpack is completely destroyed so I decided it was time to get a new one. I really. really wanted just a plain black faux leather backpack that didn't cost too much. I thought that I would for sure be able to find one but I was wrong. In the end I was about to settle for a black one in Primark which I definitely didn't love but thought would do the job. Just as I was about to leave and go and pay, I found this one. It's exactly the size and style I was after and it also has a really cute Alice in Wonderland print over the front pocket. Best thing is, it was only £10. Result!

In terms of storage space it is perfect! It has a small front pocket which will be perfect to maybe put things in such as tickets which I need to be able to access quickly or to hide snacks in and take into the park. The back part of the bag has a hidden zipper pocket in the black lining which is really deep and will be perfect for valuables. There is also the phone pocket which will definitely come in handy. 

All in all I'm incredibly happy with this bag. I will do a post soon on what I am packing in my Disney bag.

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

Why International Women's Day is Seriously Important (Day 68)

So today (8th March) is International Women's Day and we need to talk about it.

Living in the U.K it's pretty easy for me to believe that the inequalities between men and women are not all that severe. It's sometimes hard not to take for granted how easy it is for me to find an equal place within society. I have the freedom and the right to an education and to achieve anything I want to in this life. I am surrounded by strong, independent women who have taught me to think for myself and to believe in who I want to be.

However in many countries across the world being born a girl is basically a death sentence. For example there are 15 million girls a year, under the age of 20, that are married to older men. Countries like Niger, India and the Dominican Republic still have high amounts of child brides and these girls face a bleak future. They are normally sexually, physically and mentally abused and impregnated at such a young age. For a lot of these girls they will die as a result of the abuse, STI or miscarriage. It can stop.

In the U.K, as a woman I have my right to an education but for a lot of girls education is an unachievable luxury. In 2013, Unicef estimated that approximately 63 million worldwide were out of education. That is a huge number of girls that will never, ever reach their full potential because they do not have access to a basic human right. For some girls, they risk their lives to go to school. Take Malala Yousafzai for example. Malala  was an activist and regularly spoke out against the taliban on her right for education. On the afternoon of October 9, 2012 she boarded her school bus in Taliban occupied Pakistan. The Taliban boarded the bus and asked which one was Malala, when she identified herself, they shot her three times. They left her in a critical condition. She has since made a full recovery and continues to advocate for the right of girls in education. She is also the youngest person ever to win a Nobel prize. No girl should die for an education.

Image available here.

So this is why I will always celebrate national women's day, for all the women that need to know that it will get better and if we keep fighting, they will finally have access to their rights.

Fight for you and fight for others. Never let anyone tell you that you can't do something just because you're a woman.

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

Disney Goals (Day 66)

In just over 2 weeks I will be in the happiest place on earth, Disneyland Paris, with one of my best friends and I could not be more excited!

I thought I'd write a list (because we all know how much I love a list) of my 5 top goals that I want to achieve in Disneyland Paris.

1. Meet Rapunzel

I am desperate to meet Rapunzel from Tangled but fear it might not happen. She is my absolute favourite Princess and I would seriously fan- girl if I met her. However everything I've read on forums suggests that there's only a 0.00001% chance that it will actually happen. She only appears at the Princess Pavilion or at Auberge. We have no plans to go to Auberge as it is super expensive so my only hope is that she will be doing a meet- and- greet or she's at the Princess Pavilion. Not quite impossible but highly unlikely!

2. Ride Crushes Coaster.

Now my all time favourite Disneyland Paris ride is Big Thunder Mountain but unfortunately it's currently shut for re- refurbishment so for me Crushes Coaster is the next best thing. I've only ridden it once before but it was amazing. I'm desperate to ride it again.

3. Buy an Alien

I really love the Toy Story Aliens (y'know, the claw and all that) and I really, really wanted to buy a cuddly one at Disney world Florida a few years back but I could not find one anywhere so this year at Disneyland Paris I'm going to try again and hopefully I will get my alien.

4. Convince Lydia to ride a ride

My best friend Lydia, who I'm going with does not do roller coasters and I am desperately trying to get her on one. I will do it, mark my words.

5. Watch Dreams

This is the only one that I can't leave without doing. I have been to Disney 3 times before but I have NEVER watched Dreams. The firework display over the castle is meant to be the most beautiful thing about Disney but I have never seen it. I am determined this time to watch it.

I'm really hoping I can achieve it.

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

Feeling a Little Lost! (Day 65)

I feel like recently everything has been getting on top of me.

I've been slipping recently! I have so much to do and I feel like  I don't know where to start. I'm behind on uni work, blog posts and general life  and honestly It's just stressing me out a little. I feel like this is how life tends to work. One minute you have everything covered and the next you have nothing sorted. You somehow slip.

I think it's okay though, it's normal, you just have to give it time and work hard to get on top of things. Believe in yourself and everything will happen for you.

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So I promise you, starting tomorrow, things will get better, just bare with me.

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

Youtubers I've Been Loving! (Day 64)

I'm always on the look out for new youtubers.

Recently I discovered the Dale Tribe. The Dale Tribe are a family of six from the US who daily vlog their lives. They post once every other day and I've fell in love with them. Their videos are so honest and real and you can tell they have a true passion for what they do.

The Dale tribe are made up of Jon and Amy and their children Anna, Eli, Shae and Aspen and they are just so much fun to watch. Recently, their little girl Aspen (the youngest) has been diagnosed with type 1 diabetes and it has been amazing how strong she has been. It has been so interesting to watch them all deal with their situation. It is truly inspirational to watch.

I love finding new things to watch.

Check them out here.

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

Getting Organised for Disney! (Day 63)

Disney is only 17 days away and I'm so excited!

I've decided that really I need to get organised and I've found the perfect way to do so...

I got this notebook a while ago from primark and never had a reason to use it until now. I've been making lists, lots and lots of lists. Everything from what I need to do before we go, what I need to buy and what I need to pack. I'm finding that it's making everything a lot less stressful. 

Honestly I can't wait!

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

Hair Training! (Day 62)

Forgive me for I have sinned!

The argument surrounding how often you should wash your hair is one that has plagued the beauty industry for years. Some believe that daily hair washing causes hair loss and extra oily hair but others argue that daily hair washing is necessary for maintaining healthy looking hair. Honestly, I have no idea who's right. For as long as I can remember I've been in the daily hair- washing club. I've never known any different. However, I think it's time for a change...

I've found that my hair has been increasingly oily after washing and has been impossible to do anything with. Now I have no idea if it is because of the frequent hair washing, hormones or the products I've been using but I thought I would make a change. The goal is to see if only washing my hair every other day will help my hair look nicer and feel stronger.

Now what I've been doing is curling my hair when it's clean. I know the heats bad for my hair but if it's curly I want to maintain my curls for a long as possible so I will be less likely to be tempted to wash it. I've also been using the Aussie leave in conditioner to make my hair look shinier.

So far,so good but lets see how it goes.

I'll keep you updated.

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx

Welcome to March... (Day 61)

We've made it!

It's officially March and I feel like it's going to be a great month. Firstly, It's the month of Easter which is up there with one of my favourite holidays but I guess more than that it's Disneyland month. In 21 days I will be meeting Mickey Mouse and the princesses. It honestly can't come soon enough! I've been planning Disney for so long now it felt like it would never get here.

Disneyland has always felt like the most special place to me. It's a place to forget all my worries and just imagine I'm a kid again. The fact I am lucky enough to go with one of my best- friends makes me feel like the luckiest person in the world.

So hopefully March will be amazing!

Talk to you tomorrow, Chloe xx