Happy Halloween

Good evening children of the night,

Happy Halloween and I hope you have a spooktacular night! Mwahahaha!

This year I celebrated Halloween a day early because my 6th Form hosted a Fancy Dress party in Liquid nightclub. Byron and I got ready at my house and thanks to my friend Julia we were able to use stage makeup to bring alive our scary alter-egos.

I have to admit I am very proud of my creation skills. Byron wanted a scary Joker/Asylum looking costume, so I used my brother's old ghost costume and ripped it into parts and covered it in fake blood. For the makeup, I went for more of the Joker look... here take a look at the pictures!

I went as a Vampire French Maid... To create this look I used white stage makeup all over my face (but not too much otherwise it will look chalky), then drew on my eyebrows with a dark brown pencil (I have blonde hair so black would be too dark). Then using dark grey eye shadow I covered my eyelids, then with black I covered the outer area of the eyelid and underneath the eye- I then smudged the eye shadow under my eyes. Then with the same dark grey eye shadow, I highlighted under my cheeck bones and over my collar-bones and cleavage line. I then used dark red lipstick on my lips and a few drops of fake blood dripping from the corner of my mouth.  I also bought some fangs online which glue onto my teeth... quite a few people told me that they look very convincing.

Although the club was meant to open at 8pm, it didn't open until 8:10 so we waited outside with other friends of ours. Once everyone started arriving the dance floor became swarmed with different characters... Fairies, superheroes, storybook characters, army soldiers, zombies and even a Lego man. However, I have to give the "Most Creative" award to my friend Abi who went as Khal Drogo from Game of Thrones- amazing!!

Throughout the night we partied hard and danced for 4 hours straight! I must say, I'm not an amazing dancer myself but there was some interesting dancing going on in that club. Although, I think most people weren't aware of their dancing and their whereabouts! When the party ended, the club threw everyone out... This meant standing outside waiting for our taxi for 10 mins which we didn't mind because it was super hot in the club and the fresh air was nice.

Suddenly I get a call from our taxi driver, whom was crying, saying that he is going to be running a bit late because he is in hospital. When he arrived he explained to us that his wife has got a fractured back and he found her unconscious on the floor and had to rush her to hospital. So the least we could do is give him a tip so he could buy his wife flowers and himself a coffee. Sending blessings to Rob the taxi man's wife. We arrived home at 1am and because we hadn't eaten since 3:30pm Byron and I were starving... so we ate Abi's leftover pasta bake.


However, tonight I was meant to be going to another party but I have an awful headache, so I'm going to be spending my Halloween watching American Horror Story with some friends. So I will let you get on with your Trick or Treating and say goodbye for now!



If you go into the woods tonight, you better not go alone!


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Sassy Sleepover!

To all you sleep-over sassy's out there,

I apologise for not posting last night but it was rather difficult. If you have read my previous posts, you will know that I had some friends over to stay last night. Now I must say it was a laugh! From selfie's, to crazy photo editing, to The Incredibles, to getting lost, to pizza, to makeup and hairstyling, to Mario Kart... We did it ALL!

Oh I should probably do a shout-out to my guests... Hey Abi, Byron, Cloe and Josh!

Okay, so the day kicked off with me giving Abi a cooking lesson; we made pasta bake with roux sauce, peas and bacon. Just call me Jamie Oliver ;) After that we took it to the lounge and played Mario Kart with Byron as well... I must confess if you put me on a level where I can fall off something I will lose the game. Let's not bring up the dark days of "Yoshi Falls". After that, we found a Josh standing by the road, so we thought it be best to bring him in out of the rain.

Once, joined by Cloe the evening went into full swing; but there's too much to explain so I'm going to narrow it down. So Josh and Byron decided to go and pick up the pizzas but ended up going to the wrong pub... Josh became obsessed with how many chicken goujons (I think that's how you spell it)  he was going to get and how big they were.  Angel finished most of our pizzas because we were too full. I've never seen Abi eat so many cookies and cakes- how does she have a models figure!?

Abi did Byron and I's makeup... I tried to convince Cloe to do my hair but she was too intrigued with watching the film "Just Go With It". So then Josh decided to do my hair... totally Vogue!

We then decided to film a funny video on Josh's iPad that star'd Angel and a rather odd bottle opener. We were all really cold by then so we snuggled on the sofa and FatBoy (giant beanbag) together while watching The Incredibles.

Then being the 16/17 year old teenagers that we are, we decided to go to bed at 00:30, while Cloe and I listened to Classical FM... and well other people did stuff that other people do. Yeah.


The morning after... Abi tried her first crumpet... I quote "It's sort of like springy toast"!

Oh and at some point it must have been raining Skittles because I found them in every crook and cranny in the lounge. Anyways, I'm going to the 6th Form Halloween Party tonight so I best be off. However, this does mean I'll have more stories to tell you! So please enjoy these pics...

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Autumn Cleaning Goddess

Piacere di conoscerti!

Today I cleaned my house non-stop! I thought that considering I'm having friends round to sleep tomorrow, I should probably make the house look presentable. So I put on my yellow rubber gloves and apron with cats all over it and tied my hair up... I either look like a crazy cat lady or a rather swanky cleaner. With bleach in one hand and a cloth in the other I was a woman on a mission- wow just realised how sad I sound.

Now where do I start... Ah yes! The kitchen! From what I learnt today is that when faced with a dirty oven/stove and a sink full of glasses one should not back down. I had decided that this was going to be a triumphant moment that would even make that 'Hotel Inspector' lady aghast at how clean and sparkly the house is. With blood, sweat, tears and some elbow grease I conquered the burnt left over parts from last years Christmas dinner, that evidently had decided to become part of the oven and would stop at nothing to prevent me from parting itself with its host.

Then came the hoovering and the mopping. Girls, you know when you buy hair pins/bobby grips and you start off with like 500 or something and then 3 days later you only 5... I now know where you can find these 'escapees'. Hoovering. Hoovering? Yes, by hoovering! I'm not kidding you, they will literally throw themselves at you!

Anyways, to cut the long story short the house now looks brand new... So tomorrow I'm literally not going to move anything until my friends come round. Oh did I mention that I gave Angel a bath? Yeah, after I got out of the shower, I put Angel in and gave her a wash! So even the dog is sparkling clean and extremely fluffy.

Although the end result was pretty shabam... I have to confess that from my experience of cleaning the toilets I will not be making a career of house cleaning. In fact, while I was scrubbing the toilet I was thinking that I could really do with having that magic hat that Mickey Mouse wears in Fantasia, because then I would just get the cleaning equipment to clean stuff themselves. Yeah, dream on Bea, dream on!

Well Arrivederci for now! Hopefully, I'll have loads to tell you about tomorrow!

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The BeasKnees

Garden Centre

 Privet everyone!

I apologise for my lack of blogging this weekend... I have to admit I haven't been doing anything special.

However, today has been practically splendid in every way! I was lucky enough to be treated by my Nanny and Puppa today... as they took me to the Garden Centre for lunch, cake and coffee. Ever since I was wee lass it has been a tradition for my Nanny and Puppa to take me to the Garden Centre... Don't ask me why because I have no idea but it has just been something that we do.

Like always... the highlight (except spending time with them of course) is having a look at the animals- I'm a sucker for anything fluffy!  Speaking of fluffy things... Angel was also very excited to see Nanny and Puppa and like usual she made her funny squeal which is her way of saying "I'm so happy right now that barking will simply not express the intensity of it!"


Once we arrived at the Garden Centre, we had a yummy lunch. My Nan wanted me to have a hearty lunch full of vegetables... Does mash potato count? ;) After that we had a look around and yes that does include looking at the fluffy bunnies! The Bunnies and Hamsters are so cute!!

Okay, so I'm not going mad by thinking that it's way too early to have Christmas Decorations up, right? But according to the Garden Centre it's never too early to be whacking out the jingle bells and ball-balls! They even had a whole Christmas Village going on! Don't get me wrong I'm no Grinch and I love Christmas just as much as the next elf, but come on it's still OCTOBER! Agh! Okay rant over!





Anyways, after looking around my Puppa felt a bit faint so we decided to go back to the café to have cake and coffee... which I may add was delicious! Nanny and I shared a double layered caramel chocolate cake (#foodgasm).

After that we went to Tesco to get some shopping, on the way out Nanny and I passed the wall with glasses so Nanny decided to try some on. Can I say sexy Nan or what?



Well I'm going to love you and leave you! Happy Monday Madness everyone!




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Custard Cravings

Good evening my late night cookie munchers!

I must confess, today has been rather boring. I spent the whole day writing up my Film Studies coursework to finish and decide that actually it's not the best essay I've ever written. However, I did learn that the words "which/shot/cut" were used way too much in my essay... No wonder I went 200 words over the word count! Oops! Anyways, I've sent it off to my teacher to see what he thinks.

So recently, I've been having some weird cravings and once again they struck again this evening at 8pm. Like a Vampire desperate for blood... I became just as wild as I searched the kitchen cupboards in hope to find that something that will tickle my taste buds! Ironically, I came across nothing!

ALTHOUGH... I did find a sachet of custard powder, not that I wanted any custard and then it hit me! Why not be creative and turn this custard powder into custard flavoured COOKIES :O
But then I thought, why stop there? So I decorated them in golden sugar... yes that's golden sugar! Swavey! Mmmm Hmmm! Take a look at these bad boys...

Anyways, that's pretty much it... So I'll say good night and sweet dreams!

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A riveting afternoon

Why howdy people,

So I decided to take Angel (my dog) out on a walk through our local fields... Thankfully we didn't get caught in any rain, although the look of the clouds was telling me otherwise.

Whilst out on our little expedition both angel and I found ourselves in a rather awkward situation. Well this all began when a black lab started hurtling towards us in the distance... It was one of those 'fight or flight' occasions that could determine the fate for both Angel and I in one way or another. Usually, Angel is one of those dogs that prefers humans over her own kind so a sense of panic went straight through me. However, the minute I saw the male owner, approximately the same age as me, I realised this would be a battle of the sexes. Both angel and I stood our ground and pursued forward as if we didn't even see the approachees. Then came the awkward part.

Not only was this male black lab so intrigued my Angel's bottom, he also took an interest in drooling his sloppy chops all over my hand- I swear that dog has rabies, I've never seen so much saliva! Like I mentioned before this lab took a wild interest in Angel's behind... Now I can tell this was irritating Angel to the extent I knew she was going to snap. But like a true owner I tried to save her from having a rabid black lab's nose poked up her own ass. During this whole catastrophe the male owner attempted to beckon his dog... But failed miserably! Once the owner had caught up with us and his dog, he decided to try and break the awkwardness by saying "I see where I belong" (or something to that extent) while trying to attach his dog to the lead. I just smiled, said goodbye and carried on walking with Angel... Knowing that this tactic would leave him feeling awfully embarrassed but allowed Angel and I to leave with our pride and half of our dignity.

Half an hour later, when I had thought that the owner and his dog had gone home, the black lab reappeared! No way did Angel and I want to go through what just happened all over again, so suddenly (and quite dramatically) both angel and I diverged to our right- taking a different route. Angel knew what was at stake as she made the decision before I did. We then ran out of the field hoping not to be pursued. Luckily, both angel and I made it home in one piece and alone. What a riveting afternoon!

Here's a picture of Angel in the field before our little encounter...

Enjoy the weekend guys! :)

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The BeasKnees

Snails and fizzy melon?

Good morrow Ladies, Gentlemen and the in between of the world.

Well today I took on the role as an interrogator for the school interviews for a new Multi-skills teacher... Okay 'interrogator' is a bit of an over statement, but I was on the Student panel asking questions that would make me feel like I was being interrogated!

So we saw 5 candidates (1 female and 4 males)... Obviously they all thought that THEY should get the job but after a careful discussion with the fellow members of the panel we came up with our favourite- the one who was not only a fair and approachable teacher but they would also be able to handle difficult situations that might arise. So in no particular order I will explain each of the candidates qualities (and quotes) that stood out to me the most... I have to admit some of their quotes did tickle my pickle and make me laugh.

(For protection reasons the names have not been revealed)

1. Mrs A- Lovely lady which students could see as a motherly figure. However, her fascination with creating perfect feng shui instead of teachings is always a worry. One of her quotes "There's a mathematical equation for the spiral in a snails shell... but I can't remember it".

 

2. Mr B- Previously worked in the RAF and likes the shouting teaching approach, convinced us he is a great team builder and likes working with children but can only give eye contact to the adults or young adults. One of his quotes "RAF! I'm from the RAF! RAF! RAF! Royal Air Force!".

3. Mr C- Currently works in a external programme for children with learning difficulties and has developed techniques to approach children in different ways depending on their personalities. Great sense of humour and is confident talking to children and adults. One of his quotes "I would find out what the students needs are and act on that. If the child is struggling in class then we would discuss alternative ways of learning".

4. Mr D- Attended the school 10 years ago and has always wanted to return. Currently works with children with special needs in a secondary school and has a positive reputation with students. Is confident with talking to children and adults. Also has a calm and approachable personality. One of his quotes "When I drove in this morning I couldn't believe how much the school has changed. If a child is ever misbehaving in my lesson or is refusing to do the work then I would go with them outside the classroom and talk to them, I would never send them out alone."

5. Mr E- Currently a TA but feels like he needs to focus on HIS goals and become a teacher. Young and is confident with talking to children and adults. Thinks he can change the school with the click of his fingers... just a tad big headed! One of his quotes "I haven't done any voluntary work and there isn't much that I do outside of work. I think this job will be good for my goals in my life. Yeah I'll take the kid outside for a kick about with the ball".

So yeah there were some pretty diverse personalities. For confidentiality reasons I can't reveal our favourite candidate so I will let you decide which person would best fit the job.

But besides that I haven't really done much today.... Oh yeah, I did eat a fruit salad that contained some dodgy melon! I swear melon isn't meant to be fizzy!? *Gulp*
Anyways, I'm super duper tired and I cannot wait to have a layin tomorrow (thank you school for not being open)... So I'll say hasta mañana mis amigos!

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The BeasKnees

Eventful day

Buenos Dias people of the world, space and time!

Well I have had a pretty eventful day, considering I woke up this morning thinking "It's going to be one of these days where staying in bed is a wise option". However, I wrestled out of my large and extremely comfy duvet with hope that today might just surprise me in one way or another.

So where do I start? Ah yes! As I was walking to school this morning in a crazy wind storm (like a mini hurricane) my skirt decided to have a mind of its own and flash my knickers to the several cyclists that just happened to be passing me at that moment. Can I just say no way in any form did I look as graceful or as sexy as Marilyn Monroe did.

Note to self: If its windy don't wear a skirt that will show half of the town your pink frilly knickers.

Secondly, during lunch I was asked to go and speak to a teacher called Mrs Lowe (is that pronounced 'Low' or 'Law' of 'Lou'?) to discuss my place in the student council... Now the problem is that I have never met this lady; henceforth for all I know she could look like anyone. When I turned up to her office ironically she wasn't there. This meant I was going go have to go on a wild goose chase to find a lady whom I have no idea what she looks like, nor do I even know how to pronounce her name. Long story short, after walking around like a lost puppy for 20 mins I finally found her in some secret classroom behind lockers (I swear I passed those lockers more than once). Although, my day was brightened up when I spent last lesson sitting in a room singing Disney songs at the top of my lungs while my friends took some rather embarrassing pictures (to say the least) of me singing.

However, this went downhill rapidly when my Blood Glucose (BG) dropped to 2.6!!!! Type 1 Diabetic problems for you! Before I knew it people were handing me food from left, right and centre- p.s. thank you for those kind donations of crisps and animal biscuits! Next thing I know I'm on the bus coming home... phew!

So there we have it, all that and its not even 18:30 yet! I think I'll go and put my feet up now with a hot chocolate... please enjoy this picture of me using a strawberry shoelace as a moustache.

Byeeee!

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The BeasKnees

First Timers blog

Well, I can now officially say that my blog is in full swing with this first post.

I've always wanted to write my own blog but never got round it... HOWEVER there are no more excuses under the sun that could prevent me from starting it; so here it goes.

I should probably tell a little a bit about myself, you know the general drab that makes the reader feel like they know the writer. My name is Beatrice (mainly known as Bea), I'm aged 17 and live in Cambridgeshire, UK. My star sign is Virgo and I'm definitely an optimist. I'm currently studying Film Studies, Theatre Studies, English Literature&Language and Spanish at AS level.

Now your probably thinking... "Does this girl even know how to write a blog" or "Boring!"...
Well first things first, you're right! I have no idea how to write a blog so I'm pretty much winging this. Hence, why you're going to have to bare with!

My future posts, are most likely going to consist of general daily activities that sum up my life but if you're lucky you might get the odd "Special Edition" that will contain some amazing ramajama!

I'm going to have to say adios for now, as I have to go to rehearsals for Spotlight Production's show of Singing In The Rain... So I shall leave on that note with a picture of a me with a Giant Chocolate Gorilla head!

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