"We Were on a break!!!"

Hi guys, so again I'm back with a rather odd one :) I have been talking to a lot of people recently about this and seen or heard a lot of people asking about it :) I have decided I am going to write my opinion on it and hopefully give advice to those caught in an emotional roller coaster because of it :) 

So, what is the term 'to take a break' about, in a relationship? Is it like a holiday, or vacation from them? Do you see other people? How long does it last? etc. ( All I think of is Ross from Friends :p) 

To be honest I can't exactly answer all of that for you, because it depends on the person you are with. All I can say is, as soon as your partner says these words to you, you run, and keep running!!

Based on conversations with people I have discovered that the person who says this is just looking for a cowardly way to tell you that they want to see other people for a while and then snap their fingers at you when they want you back. It is such an Americanized term for ending or 'pausing' a relationship. They will use terms like 'It's not you, it's me'...'I just want to focus on my studies' or 'I need to discover myself' or some crap like that. I personally think that people need to grow a pair and say what they really mean. We're not in some American High school drama!

If two people are in a long, committed relationship, it may be because of stress or issues with marriage or whatever. Sometimes the person can need a break from the other person, just to breathe for a while. After all, absence makes the heart grow stronger. But still, maybe go for a long walk or shopping or whatever hobby it is you do. If you need longer, maybe you need to reconsider this relationship, why make both of you miserable and stressed? 

When it is a relationship that has only been going on for a few weeks and one says to the other "I think we need a break!" It's basically a cowards way for saying 'sorry, I'm not really sure if I still like you' and they want to see other people without having to do the awkward breaking up. This way they can say maybe you could get back together sometime and they won't feel as bad about it as they would a break up.They may even suggest being friends with benefits if they can't get anything off anyone else. Playing you like a puppet on a string. I knew a story, where the person wanted a break, but wanted to get back with the other person,when they were older and settle down. I was thinking..."What??" Basically she wanted to keep him on hold and wait for her...?? I laugh at people that think this way, either you want someone or not. Sin è/Simple as :) If you are in this situation, get away from it as fast as possible. I guarantee as soon as you do and meet someone that is worth your time, that other person will appear straight away again trying to cause hassle :) 

I see these issues every now and then on problem pages or 'Dear Deirdre' or wherever and I feel so sorry for the person, because you think you are in this great relationship and someone says the 'b' word as soon as things get a bit rocky. It can be so upsetting and you will feel so insecure and worthless, but just remind yourself it is THEIR loss. not yours! More than likely it's just what they think is a polite way of dumping you. You will move on realize that maybe that sweet guy you sit beside in the lab everyday or that pretty girl behind the till is someone that will accept you and treat you for who you are :) And if you are someone considering taking a break, for your own sake and theirs, just end it. 

Hope this helps :) 

Feel free to comment and share your opinions :) 

Sandy.S

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Makeup Tip Monday !!

Hey everyone!

So seen as Monday is a dull. dreary day for everyone, I've decided to do some makeup tips every monday(hence the header above :p)

Now they are going to be purely simple :) but something you might not have known before and might help you turn you're daily look around completely! :D 

Today's tip is going to be about White eyeliner :D something so small, handy and affordable that can change your look around :) 

I like to use the Catrice brand :)

You might think what can white eye liner do for me? Well, fortunately a number of things :D!

Did you know white eyeliner can make your eyes look way bigger? Most people think black eyeliner all the way...which is OK if you're already blessed with big eyes, but unfortunately it can just make small eyes look smaller. So if you are in the latter group I suggest go to your local beauty store and pick up one of these, and line your water line with white or even a peach colored liner. If you really don't want to stay away from black, just line underneath the lower lashes for some extra definition :) 

So you've just got plucked your eyebrows or gotten them plucked professionally, but not happy with your arch? Line underneath the eyebrow with the white eyeliner and blend in, I do this after I have my eyeshadow done :) 

Also, if you've just bought a really pretty vibrant eyeshadow but it's not coming out as well as you hoped? cover the lid with the white eyeliner and use it as a base, then apply your shadow :) 

I also like to use it for contouring, by lining underneath the cheekbone and where I have used bronzer as it makes it stand out that bit more :) 

These are just some of the ways in which you can use white liner :D have any tips yourself? Please share :) every day is a learning experience!

Thanks for reading :)

Sandy.S

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Winterlicious Tag!

Winterlicious Tag!!! 

Hey everyone! I realise I am sorely lacking in the daily blogs :( but I have had crappy internet etc the last while! 

anyway I'm back with a bang :D and a Winterlicious Ttag!

I know we're only a few days into Winter, but Yolo! 

So here goes :D

1) Favourite winter nail polish?

My favourite at the moment has to be 'Chelsea' by NYC nail polishes :D It's a beautiful burgundy colour, a bit shimmery but I love it! I also tend to go for dark blues or reds :)
2) Favourite winter lip product?

Has to be Collection 2000's goth collection and number 1 or 2 :) Beautiful dark winter colors :D
3) Most worn winter clothing piece?

Either a white cardigan I got in New Look, my black coat, or my new mustard coloured scarf from Penneys, it is SO warm and chunky :) 
4) Most worn winter accessory?

Uggs :) I have gotten them every year since I was about 13 without fail :) 
5) Favourite winter scent/candle?

Either Home Sweet Home or Snowflake cookie by Yankee Candle, I am obsessed!!!! 
6) Favourite winter beverage?

Can't go wrong with Tea but if I was being fancy have to say the gingerbread latte :D 
7) All time favourite Christmas/holiday movie?

Christmas movie would be Home alone or Gone with the Wind :D Even the Nightmare before Christmas, I also love Love Actually :D 
8) Favourite Christmas/holiday song?

Has to be Shakin Stevens snow is falling, but a hymn would be Holy Night :) 
9) Favourite holiday food/treat?

Gingerbread, cinnamon Pretzels at the Christmas Market, and I love Christmas dinner of course :D 
10) What is your favourite Christmas decoration this year?

I recently saw an owl decoration for the tree and I was so tempted to purchase :O it was so lifelike!! ( I love owls) 
11) What’s at the top of your wish list?

Happiness and healthiness to be honest :) Material things are only temporary, your health is your wealth!
12) What are your plans for the holidays this year?

This year I will probably be at home as ever, but I am going to Berlin a few weeks before it for me and my boyfriends anniversary ( awwwwwh) 

Ook guys and dolls :) there you have it!!!

Feel free to do your own :)

Until next time <3

Sandy.S

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TMI Tag :)

Ok so guys, I'm sorry it's been ages :( But I am back with something simples, this is the TMI tag which I am seeing alot on youtube lately :) So I am going to do a vlog about it too to explain more things in detail! But for now here you are, it's very personal but hey, that's what I love! ;) Enjoy!!!!

1: What are you wearing?

I am wearing a baggy pink top from penneys and a pair of jeans :) so exciting I know!

2: Ever been in love?

Yes I have :) and currently am.

3: Ever had a terrible breakup?

Yes I have :) I think everyone has one.

4: How tall are you?

I am between 5'8 and 5'9 :) 

5: How much do you weigh?

I don't actually know haha... :P

6: Any tattoos?

nope, simply because I don't want to scar myself, but to each ones own :)

7: Any piercings?

Just my earlobes :)

8: OTP?

huh??

9: Favorite show?

I love like, a million shows :) seriously, Game of Thrones, Blue bloods, Real housewives series, anything to do with Geordie Shore I love them!I love Catfish and SATC aswell!

10: Favorite bands?

Oh lord, I'm not so much a band person, more dj's and EDM type music. But I love random groups like the Coronas, Killers, Snow Patrol, I love the Amazing Apples they're from Galway an amazing band! and I love the old band The Waterboys, random I know but it reminds me of my childhood!

11: Something you miss? .

I miss my dog, Rocky, and I miss my friends they're all away at college, I miss my little sister she's so cute! And my boyfriend is gone to work :(

12: Favorite song?

Has to be the old favourite Pretty Green eyes by ultrabeat. Beautiful song :D

13: How old are you?

I am 21 since April :)

14: Zodiac sign?

I am Aries, the Ram :)

15: Quality you look for in a partner?

Honesty, trust, has to be able to be open like myself, talkative, funny, patient, kind (basically just describing my boyfriend haha) but these things are all important to me :)

16: Favorite Quote?

'Everything happens for a reason' and my new one 'When you sup with the Devil make sure to drink out of a long spoon' I love that one :P 

17: Favorite actor?

Has to be Jason Statham I love that guy, or Liam Cunningham, or Brendan Gleeson. Actress would then be Meryl Streep or Judi Dench after seeing Philomena, she was amazing in that.

18: Favorite color? 

I would have to say red or aqua :) 

19: Loud music or soft?

Depends on the mood! I love loud dancey dancey music when I'm out or in an energetic mood. When I'm sad or upset has to be soft.

20: Where do you go when you’re sad?

I've actually been going to sessions in a place in Galway called Jigsaw as I unfortunately suffer mildly from anxiety and depression. But I have to say they really help there. If I'm at home I'll go for a walk. The countryside is a great place to relax.

21: How long does it take you to shower? 

Depending on where I'm going after, if I'm in a rush could take two minutes, if I'm going out could take half an hour!

22: How long does it take you to get ready in the morning?

Again depending on the same as above :P

23: Ever been in a physical fight?

I don't think so... maybe the odd shove on the dancefloor or something :P Especially if someone tries it on with my boyfriend. We both get a tad aggresive when this happens, but usually just do the elbow dance to get them out of the way lol 

24: Turn on?

I love nice arms, and a really cute smile that reaches the eyes and cute cheekbones. I also love a cuddly person (aka my boyfriend haha, sorry Stephen) 

25: Turn off?

Cockiness, cannot stand that in a person. Especially anybody that thinks they are better than others. At the end of the day we're all human, all the same no need to think you're better. Cannot stand bigness ( sorry rant over haha) I also hate people that think they can get whoever they want, eh no sorry love.

26: The reason I joined Youtube?

I joined it years ago for music but then I made another account for makeup vlogging :)

27: Fears?

I have a fear of falling haha, I have such bad balance. I have a fear of dying by drowning and buried alive. I'm not afraid of spiders or mice or anything stereotypical, but I do dislike millipedes, centipedes and rats lol. I grew up on a farm so I'm not afraid of animals I actually love them!

28: Last thing that made you cry?

I literally cry for no reason sometimes, could be over anything :)

29: Last time you said you loved someone?

To my boyfriend a few minutes ago :)

30: Meaning behind your YouTube Name?

It's slow down tommy at the moment, that's because I had an obsession with the Sminky shorts cartoons on YouTube and I was called slow down tommy for ages!

31: Last book you read?

It was called dark torment I think? it's a historical romance type book, basically a historical fifty shades of grey :P 

32: The book you’re currently reading?

Paint the wind, same genre as above haha!

33: Last show you watched?

Game of Thrones :)

34: Last person you talked to?

My boyfriend :D

35: The relationship between you and the person you last texted?

same as above haha, we always talk or text.

36: Favorite food?

I love pizza and pasta, everything except fish basically :) 

37: Place you want to visit?

Rome, so badly :( love greek and roman mythology so I would love to travel both places :(

38: Last place you were?

Home, in Clare lol, I had to help at home while my parents were away!

39: Do you have a crush?

Past the crush stage thank god :P

40: Last time you kissed someone?

This morning :)

41: Last time you were insulted?

I'm always insulted lol

42: Favorite flavor of sweet?

god only knows lol, can't go wrong with chocolate :)

43: What instruments do you play??

I used to play tin whistle in Primary school, think I learnt Twinkle Twinkle and the Titanic song where they dance in the poorer area of the ship :D

44: Favorite piece of jewelery?

I have a necklace that my boyfriend gave me when we started going out, just says Sandra on it but it's like the necklace Carrie has in SATC.

45: Last sport you played?

Oh lord, I loved gaelic when I was younger :D

46: Last song you sang?

Waves or else save the world I think?

47: Favorite chat up line?

haha have you any road frontage? used alot by us country people haha

48: Have you ever used it?

I did many is the time when I was young and not very sensible haha :D

49: Last time you hung out with anyone?

My cousin and her crazy friend yesterday :D was amusing.

50: Who should answer these questions next?

ANYBODY THAT WANTS TO!! YAYYY! 

So thanks for reading amazing people :D I hope to be back soon with more makeup vlogs and blogs :)

Until next time!!

Sandy.S

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I HEART SPRING TAG!!

Hey everyone! So sorry it's been forever since I posted anything, I've been working alot lately and I am currently off sick so I have a few moments to myself to write this for you :) 

The 'I heart Spring' Tag :) 

I will answer the questions and afterwards leave a list for anybody to do for themselves :) 

Thanks for reading!! <3 

1. Favourite Spring Nail Polish? 

My favourite has to be... the Penneys P.s range, and my favourite is the neon orange colour! I love this :)

It,s very different and really stands out :) 

I wore it on a night out, with a similar coloured bag, gold jewellery and a khaki green shirt dress. Sounds unusual but it worked!

Must have lip colour this Spring?

My favourite lip colour is actually something I haven't bought yet but I'm dying to ! Its Kate Moss's new Spring collection for Rimmel London. It's in the shade 020 and I just love it! 

My favourite Spring dress? 

Has to be this new dress I'm ordering off boohoo! So pretttttty :)

Favourite Spring flower?

I have to say I love when the Evening Primroses come out or the wild roses, love the smell of them!

Favourite scarf/Spring accessory?

This is a tough one! haha, ummm I'd have to say my wooly white scarf I bought from Penneys a month or so ago, because it's still freezing here :( 

What Spring trends are you most excited about this year?

I love the colours! It means Summer is coming, slowly, but getting there haha! I love seeing the change in dark winter colours to bright pastels in both makeup and fashion! Oh and seeing the colourful beach wedges come back in fashion :)

Favourite Spring candle?

I went through a massive candle obsession last summer, I have to say I haven't really bought much candles since but I love good old fashioned vanilla, it reminds me of holidays for some reason :) You can use a vanilla candle for every season really, that's what I love about it.

Favourite body spray/perfume for Spring?

Juicy couture Viva la Juicy, my favourite :) 

What is Spring like where you live?

Extremely temperamental, you could have a lovely clear sky one minute, get ready to go for a walk down by the pier or whatever and next thing you know you hear about red warnings on the radio for a massive storm approaching. You just can't tell what way it will be :(

Favourite thing about Spring?

It means my birthday is soon! haha 13th of April :)

Are you a Spring cleaner?

hahaha...haha...ha

Any plans for an upcoming holiday?

Not much! might be going for a small break away soon! 

That's it guys and gals! 

Hope you enjoyed reading and thank you again :)

Lots of lovage,

Sandy.S

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Letting go of a grudge :)

Hey heys! So I'm back alot quicker than I thought :P but sure, what harm!

So this one is a little random, I was just thinking about grudges lately, and I really am the type of person to hold one, but I can't help it :) If I have an argument or fall out with somebody I will always have this held against them, unless they apologize. I got to thinking that this is really the wrong way to be, forgive and forget is going to be my new way of thinking. Why? Because at the end of the day, life is way too short!

So what is a grudge? 

Not this thing :P

A grudge is a 'persistent feeling of ill will or resentment resulting from a past insult or injury'. Basically it is the act of hanging on to intense anger or dislike for someone based on something they wrongly did to you in the past. So, it could be a teacher that ate the head off you for not doing the right homework, a work partner who pushed you too far in work, or made some smart comment about your new pencil skirt or silk tie, it could be the ex who broke your heart or cheated, your partners ex causing you hassle, a sales person who keeps calling to your house, the list is absolutely endless! As I said above, I am so bad at holding grudges, but what's the point at the end of the day? Your just doing mental damage to yourself and causing yourself unnecessary stress. 

Dis someone hurt you intentionally in the past? Do they deliberately cause you trouble? Do you feel like they are 'out to get you' or compete with you socially? All you can do is be the bigger person, move on and forgive them. Sometimes we confuse the ability to hate someone with the inability to understand them. These people are obviously hurt themselves, insecure, jealous or angry. Just like me and you they make mistakes, and we have to learn to forgive them. You're not just doing better by you but better by them too.

I hope this helps you guys :) There really is no point in holding a grudge, just learn to forgive and forget :) 

Thanks for reading :D 

Sandy.S

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Winter Tag!!

Hey Guys!! Sorry it's been a while, I moved house and everything with my boyfriend so I'm all over the place basically :( 

I just said seen as we're nearly at Christmas ( YAAAY) I'll do a Winter Tag :) Also because I have moved house I might not be able to do videos for a while yet :D 

So here goes :) 

Happy Christmas!! 

 Top 2 Winter Beauty Essentials

I have to say Nivea Cold Creme because my skin is so dry :( And definitely my Body Shop Shea butter lip balm, it's amazing and badly needed for the dry crisp weather :)  

 Top 2 Winter Fashion Essentials

My owl hat from Penneys( Primark) that I bought last year and my Black gloves, also from Penneys ( I live there!) I got a pair of two for €1.50, where would you be going wrong? 

 What shoes do you tend to wear the most in the winter?

I would say Uggs :) and fluffy socks, they are amazingly comfy, I secretly wear them with my pajamas too :/

 Favorite Winter Accessory

My owl Pocket Warmer that I got as a gift :D it's SOOOO cute!!! and actually works too!

 Favorite Winter Nail Polish

I got a gold metallic varnish from NYC which my little sister stole :( but it was amazing! It looked silver in the light but was actually gold.

 Hot Cocoa or Apple Cider?

Hot Cocoa :) defenitely with cream and marshmallows.

Favorite Winter Candle?

The Vanilla Tea lights from Tesco are so nice, I love the smell of the smoke from those candles :) I think they were only about 2.50 for 29 !

 Snowboarding or Skiing?

Oh lord neither, but I can remember being really young, filling a bag of cattle feed with straw or hay and sitting on them sliding down a hill :) ( I live on a farm :P)

Have you ever gone Ice Skating? Are you any good or do you FAIL miserably?.

Nope haha I have SUCH bad balance :/

 Does it snow where you live?.

Sometimes, but I live in the middle of a valley and it snows up to twenty feet on the tops of the mountains! 

 Have you ever made a snowman?

Yes of course, I can remember making a girl snowman when I was really small and putting a really old pink t-shirt around it and the snow turned pink ! 

What holiday do you celebrate?

Christmas, St Stephen's Day and New Years :)

 Favorite Christmas/Holiday song?

Probably Snow is Falling by Shakin' Stevens, such a feel good song :)

 Favorite Christmas/Holiday movie?

Probably Love Actually or Gone With the Wind always comes on, but you can't beat Home Alone :)

 What is your favorite winter treat? (candy cane, gingerbread, etc…)

Probably the selection boxes :P I love the galaxy box, or maltesers from the Celebrations Tin :D

 If you were to ask Santa for one thing and you were guaranteed to get it, what would it be? 

Probably a good job, I know that sounds so pitiful but it's all I want at the moment :( If I had to say an object or thing probably a Laptop :)

 Do you have anything fun planned for this winter

I am going to Lanzarote in two weeks and I am so excited to have a tan for all the Parties! :P 

Ok guys, thats it!! Feel free to do this tag yourself :D 

Enjoy!! If i don't write soon, Happy Christmas and a Happy New Year to every one of my readers and followers :) 

Lots of Love!x

Sandy. S

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The Boyfriend Tag :)

Hey Guys and Gals :D So this time I'm back with another videoooo, and this one is going to be the Boyfriend Tag :D This is where I ask my boyfriend, Stephen,  a series of questions about me just to see how well he knows me :) 

Stephen & I :)

I have to say he did very well, and it wasn't rehearsed at all ;) haha! wanna view? just click the name below :)
Boyfriend tag

We just decided to do this video as a joke and considering he is camera shy, I think he did very well, and is definitely the best boyfriend ever :D We've had some rough patches recently and this is just a video to show how well we have overcome them and how great a couple we are :) He sticks by me through everything and I honestly don't know where I would be without him :D 

So if you would like to do the tag yourself, here is a list of the questions ;)

1. She’s sitting in front of the TV, what is on the screen?

2. You’re out to eat what kind of dressing does she get on her salad?

3. What’s one food she doesn’t like?

4. You go out to eat and have a drink what does she order?

5. What size shoe does she wear?

6. If she was collecting anything what would it be?

7. What is her favourite type of sandwich?

8. What would she eat everyday if she could?

9. What is her favourite cereal?

10. What’s her favourite music?

11. What’s her favourite sports team?

12. What’s her eye color?

13. Who’s her best friend?

14. What is something you do that she wishes you wouldn’t?

15. What’s her heritage/where she’s from?

16. You bake her a cake for her bday what kind of cake is it?

17. Did she play any sports?

18. What could she spend hours doing?

19. What is one unique talent she has?

20. Where did we meet?

21. Where was our first date?

22. Did you know I was the one?

23. What was your first impression?

24. When did you meet the family?

25. Who wears the pants in the relationship? 

This was really fun! and I recommend you do it with your plus one ;)

All the best guys :D

SandyS

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