How much longer are you gonna give in to the fear?

Last night marked the 3rd time I have seen Evanescence live! They played at Wembley Arena so we got to the venue at about 2.30. We just about made it to the front barrier, but quite far to the left- it was actually really nice to be on the side that Tim and Troy play on, the previous times I've been more towards Terry and Amy's keyboard so it made a nice change. Thankfully the view was still pretty good, and the sound was immaculate!
I'm kind of lost for words on what to say. There were tears (on my behalf, of course) and confetti, lots of singing and screaming. I had a migraine (i'm still trying to shake it off- it's been lurking since wednesday night and I can't say I'm loving it,) which did kind of dampen the experience because bright lights are not my friend at the moment, but there was no way in hell I was going to miss their last live show for this album!
The set list was incredible, and they added 'Disappear' and 'Swimming Home,' and I love 'Disappear' so that made the throbbing migraine entirely worth it.

I wish I had pictures and videos to share, but I'm 'that' person who's too busy trying to live in the moment rather than worrying about the pictures and what not. So, I'll have to steal a couple of my friend's photos.

Confetti during My Immortal <3 

Words fail me when it comes to seeing Evanescence live...they've been my favourite band for nearly 10 years and they've played such a massive, important part in my life and growing up. I hate that there's probably going to be another 4/5 year wait for another album to be released (if they release another one, that is) so that's a reality I'm just not ready to face yet.

There are very few videos of last night on youtube at the moment, but I'll leave you with this. 

Going Under...the first single I ever bought :') 

(As a side note, there were some people up in the seated area who were throwing some amazing shapes. Bit of ballroom dancing, the robot...especially the 2 older men, absolutely loved it!) 

Liebster Award

A massive thank you to http://glitterbomb-makeup.blogspot.co.uk/ for choosing me to be one of their nominees! I really appreciate this nomination :) 

(I'm not entirely sure what a Liebster Award is...I'll have to look into it, but to be nominated/tagged for anything in the blogosphere is massively appreciated!)

RULES:

You must post 11 random facts about yourself. You must answer 11 questions from the person who chose you. You must create a new set of 11 questions for who you tag. 

You must then tag 11 blogs with under 200 followers and let them know. You can not tag back.

11 Facts:

- I'm a Capricorn

- I have a phobia of cheese

- My first crush was Mick Hucknall from Simply Red. (I will never live this embarrassment down.)

- Over the past 4 years I have developed Tokophobia. 

- I'm a vegetarian.

- I'm also a feminist. 

- Also an insomniac. 

- I love the smell of lavender, but I nearly always smell of vanilla. 

- When I first began to speak, it was with an Irish accent. Which made no sense, considering none of my immediate family are irish and all speak with an English accent. (I was sent to elocution lessons by my primary school because I wanted to join the choir :/)

- I'm 5'3", which is disappointing considering I was always told I'd grow to be at least 5'7" :(

- I learnt to read by watching The BFG. 

My Answers: 

1) Who is your idol?

I can give you 3! Amy Lee, J K Rowling and Tori Amos. I won't get all sentimental, but I literally wouldn't be the person I am with the values and ambitions I have if it weren't for them. 

Personally, I think it's an amazing thing if a young girl can have such strong females as a role model. 

2) Which qualifications do you have?

Erm, 13(?) GCSE's, 3 A-levels, NCFE Level 3 and currently working towards undergrad degree. 

3) What's your favourite perfume?

Viktor & Rolf- Flowerbomb.
Why does it have to be so expensive? :( 

4) Have you ever received any negative feedback on your blog? (Trolls, etc.)

I haven't. But then I've not received all that much feedback so... 

Still, as they say, no news is good news! 

5) What do you hope to gain out of blogging?

I just enjoy talking to myself, really. I like having something else to keep me slightly busy. 

If I get to talk to others through it, that's always an extra bonus! 

6) What's your favourite thing about yourself? (Physically or personality-wise)

Uhm. *tumbleweed* 

My hair's okay when I actually bother to dye it. (As opposed to it's current purple/mudbrown state!)

7) Do you follow a skincare routine?

I attempt to, and then I forget after a day. So, no.
It's the thought that counts, though!

8) Do you have any body modifications?

I have a fair few piercings :) 

9) Is there anything you would want to change about your life right now?

There would be a lot, but I don't think now is the time to get in to that really. Let's not lower the otherwise cheery tone ;)

10) Who is your favourite blogger?

Essie Button

She sang 'The Count' song and she's entertained (and educated) me ever since!

11) Christmas or Birthdays?

I don't particularly like either. (bahhh humbug, I know.) But I suppose I'll say Christmas, just because that's a time for everybody as opposed to just the one person. 

I NOMINATE: 

1) http://doodleheartx.blogspot.co.uk/

2) http://bottleofsprites.blogspot.co.uk/

3) http://peterpancollars.blogspot.co.uk/

4) http://poptartsandsexx.blogspot.co.uk/

5) http://polkaspotsandfreckledots.blogspot.co.uk/

6) http://thesheerstories.blogspot.co.uk/

7) http://monogrammedscrubs.blogspot.co.uk/

8) http://beautybeatsbooks.blogspot.co.uk/

9) http://abbigrant.blogspot.co.uk/

10) http://katiemarieclare.blogspot.co.uk/

11) http://insusiesshoes.blogspot.co.uk/

11 Questions: 

1) Are you afraid of the dark?

2) What movie or song makes you cry? 

3) Favourite comfort food? 

4) If you could live anywhere, where it would be and why?

5) Favourite item of clothing?

6) What do you do to cheer yourself up on a rainy day?

7)  Do you believe in ghosts? 

8) Favourite book?

9) Do you have a childhood item that you'll never throw away?

10) Where do you see yourself in 10 years time?

11) Why do you like to blog?

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Lookylikey?!

I just thought I'd make this post as over the past couple of weeks I seem to be having many conversations with people who seem to think I look like someone else.  It would be interesting to see if you often get compared with certain people, so if you make a post like this please link it to me so I can check it out!

Here goes!

Firstly, here's me! Please ignore the state of my face (i.e unedited, just finished work make up face.)

Lookylikey 1: 

Amy Lee- Lead singer of Evanescence.

As much as I love this comparison, I truly believe it's only due to the pale skin, dark hair & green eyes.
She's incredibly beautiful and I could only dream of looking like her. People are just being polite!

Lookylikey 2: 

Imelda May- Irish musician!

This is someone I'd not heard of until the weekend, but a work colleague is convinced I look like her.
Again, I think it's the pale skin/dark hair thing. We do wear slightly similar make up... but eh, that's about!
I take this as a massive compliment too, though.

Lookylikey 3: 

Sophie Ellis-Bextor.

This one has followed me since Primary school age, and my sister is still convinced this is a lookylikey of mine.
AGAIN, pale skin and dark hair.

Jeez...I wish. She's stunning!

Lookylikey 4: 

Lastly, 

Noel Fielding. 

Showing how far the pale skin and dark hair thing can be stretched.

I'm told by my brother daily that I am, basically, Noel Fielding.

Ahh..I can dream. 

:/ 

Nostalgia

I have spent the entire day re-arranging my room and having a clear out of stuff. I've got 2 bags full of stuff going to charity, and another 3 that have been binned.
In the process, I was looking through various christmas/birthday cards, photos and whatever else happened to be laying around. I just wanted to share a few bits that made me smile!!