With the recent U.S. Midterms and all of Brexit! It occurred to me my knowledge of politics and our government is really lacking. What exactly is right and leftwing? What are the different parties policies? Why do so many young people have no interest and no knowledge of politics? For many, ‘politics’ signifies posh men…
Lifestyle
Let the adventure begin…
Sorry, it has been a while since I have written on this blog, sometimes life takes over and moves at a pace which can take you by surprise. Having taken the step to grasp the opportunity and go to a new school, I only had to embrace it & start things afresh, easy right? To…
Navigating teenage friendships
I may only be 16 yet I have had a fair few ups and downs in terms of my friendships during my early teenage years. The importance of teenage friendships is reiterated throughout your secondary school journey and your parents and family just want you " go say hi" "be friendly". Whilst this is the…
My female role models
Who runs the world? GIRLS. In the world where feminism is rising and the #MeToo movement is even more important, there are so many amazing women who provide inspiration and guidance for young girls all across the world. These are a few of my female role models, who inspire me to be ambitious and take…
Prom – is it worth the hype?
"It's gonna be the night...to last forever" The Disney stars of High School musical captured the dreams of young girls all across the country in 2008-9. Setting the bar rather high for prom expectations. Glitzy gowns. Choreographed dance routines. And Dashing Knights in shining armour. It's a rite of passage - the must attend event of the…
Change
A new day, a new year, a new job, a new life, a new relationship, a new start—they all come to us without permission, in the best and worst way. They barge in our front doors with the beautiful promise of second chances and new potential and unexpected opportunity. And they also come with heartbreak,…