Flour Power.

Graduation Dresses

2011-09-25T20:35:00.005+01:00

I want to get this dress for my graduation (We have to wear either black or white). It's a steal at 24euro (from Asos.com) but I'm worried that it would be too short for a graduation ceremony. I might buy it and try it on anyway.

It's so hard to find any white dresses on the high street here in Dublin, the only ones I found were floaty, summer dresses which are no good to me as the event is in November! On Asos they all seem to either be mini dresses or 'ponti' length- I want something in between!!

I shall keep this updated as to my efforts of finding the perfect dress in which to 'commence'!

Truth, Beauty, Freedom, Love,

Kizzy xx

Born This Way

2011-05-23T16:48:00.003+01:00

So, Lady Gaga's second full length album was released today! (It did leak before the weekend but after one fruitless search for it I decided to wait until today to hear it anyway). This morning I braved a town full of Obama-lovers and managed to get my copy of the CD despite the city practically being on lock-down.

To cut a long story short: It was worth it!! The album is great. Of course, there are some filler songs but every album has them. It's a pop/electro explosion with awesome lyrics and crazy harmonies. I love it <3 PUT YOUR PAWS UP!

So, I shall leave you now with my favorite song (after listening to the album once through) from Mother Monster's latest masterpiece :)

Truth, Beauty, Freedom, Love,

Kizzy xx

Americano

Kizzy Vs Rebecca Vs Gaga

2011-03-20T20:32:00.001Z

I couldn't resist! This is my version of 'Friday' (Originally sung by Rebecca Black). I had to add in some Lady Gaga of course :)

Truth, Beauty, Freedome, Love,
Kizzy xx

Homemade Pizzas!

2011-03-20T20:23:00.001Z

Being a student, I cannot afford to order Dominoes whenever I feel like a scrumptious treat for dinner. So myself (Kizzy) and my sister decided to make pizzas our self from scratch. The base was made of a very simple: Self-raising flour, butter and milk. We made two types of pizzas, one tomato based and the other barbecue based. As toppings we used mozzarella, chicken, pepperoni, mushrooms, red and green peppers and jalapenos. The pizzas only took fifteen minutes to bake in the oven. They tasted amazing if I may say so again and it was really fun making them! This will definitely be a repeat event!

Truth, Beauty, Freedom, Love,
Kizzy xx

Garden of Eden

2011-02-15T17:21:00.003Z

As a birthday treat to me I traveled to the far off land of Cornwall to see the Eden Project. If you don't know what Eden is have a gooo at the website, it's a whole clatter of biomes re-creating different ecosystems all in the UK. Pretty fantastic to be honest & I had a friggin awesome time. Also drank far too much Cornish cyyder, something by the name of Blackthorn or Blackthunder, who can remember. Fecking hate buses though after the trip & roundabouts & sitting the wrong way around in a bus going around lots of roundabouts. Silly girl.

Phlegm central.

2011-02-10T18:33:00.002Z

Currently phlegm central, though it was just my birthday! I got flowers & Kizzy & Cozzy gave me Broccoli seeds. Awesome sausages. I had a lovely time with a pinata, margaritas, limes & sequins. What's not to love?

Thoughts with the family of those who died in Cork.

Ouch.

2011-01-25T17:45:00.003Z

My mama got me a Dublin City Bikes card for Christmas, cause she loves me, I don't think she realised that the bikes would soon become my enemy that I have to overcome before I can relax again. 4 bike rides, 50% fall rate. That's right, in the last 2 weeks I have fallen off my bike twice. Once on Dawson Street, stupid potholes, which wasn't so bad, didn't really hurt myself or anything.

More recently on Harcourt Street, in the middle of the Luas tracks. Turns out they are notoriously slippy & not a good idea to ride on. The last time I fell off my bike in such a manner I was maybe 2 feet high. Bruised swollen knees, scraped shins & a hurt ego are the order of the day.

I have a love/hate relationship with bicycles. When we were growing up we got all our cousins hand-me-down bikes, but they were great, we lived in the Burren & were the only kids that had a BMX. My first bike was red & orange, & I still remember the day my Dad took the stabilizers off, at first he would only let me cycle around the house, but that evening he took me for a bike ride up the road. As he sped ahead with my Brother, the dog, loyal as ever, stayed with me.

I was tottering along at my own pace, but kept falling off as I was talking to the dog. I got very annoyed & left the beautiful bicycle in the ditch, walked home & refused to go back & get it.

Ever since I have battled to overcome my foe.

I have cycled consistently ever since, as in Clare if you don't own a car (which I don't) you cycle or walk everywhere. Even when I got hit by a car on my bike during my leaving cert I kept on trucking.

I will succeed.

Dublin City Bikes - 2

Sizzy - 0

Counting sheep...

2011-01-19T16:57:00.004Z

At last the pain is over, theses were handed in on Monday, let the sleeping begin.

I think writing 9,000 words about grazing may have had a detrimental effect on my brain, but at the very least I can now say decisively that I never want to do another project on that scale, now just to figure out what to do when I graduate & am a real person......

Buffets!

2011-01-08T21:02:00.003Z

I can't resist. There's no establishment I'd rather eat at than a chinese food buffet. Om nom nom. So tasty and yummy and the best part is you can have as much of it as you like!

We all know about Jimmy Chung's and how awesome it is (It's amazing just in case you haven't been yet- Go!) so I won't bore anyone with that. I will tell you however about a little restaurant on Middle Abbey street called Full House that Mr. Kizzy and I went to recently. It was only 9euro each and the food was great.

The selection of foods available is a bit smaller than most places but everything is cooked really well and is high quality. My favorite was the spicy shredded chicken which is literally just battered chicken with peppers and chillis- We all know how I love my peppers and chillis!

Truth, Beauty, Freedom, Love,
Kizzy xx

I've had dreams like this...

2010-12-28T21:33:00.001Z

Not mad for the song - but my God the video just does it for me.

Now to go spend some money on ASOS that I really don't have.

Merry Christmas.

My Indian left me, so I'm all alone, shall be decamping to Hotel Bebbington soon for some loving.

Wowsa

2010-12-17T12:33:00.001Z

My God, Kanye West has a huge ego, but I friggin love him - ego is justified.

If I were ever to make a music video, or design a stage show, I would want it to be like this.

ITSA... Santy Bagel!

2010-12-14T19:14:00.004Z

If you haven't had a bagel from an ITSA... cafe yet, you should definitely try them out (This has nothing to do with me being an employee I swear!). Yes, they are extremely fattening (Despite being 'virtually fat-free') but my gosh are they worth it!

The newest addition to the menu is the limited edition 'Santy Bagel'. (I love Christmas menus!) It consists of: Onion bagel, butter, mayonaise, ham, turkey, stuffing and cranberry sauce. Normally when I think of Christmas sandwiches I imagine them being very dry, but not this one! The bagel is soft and warm and the stuffing served hot. It really is so juicy and tender and perfect for consumption!

I thoroughly recommend it if you are looking for a bite to eat in town. ITSA... Bagel can be found in Arnotts and Fitzwilliam Lane in town and also in Malahide, Dun Laoghaire and at the IMMA.

Truth, Beauty, Freedom, Love,
Kizzy xx

Get your antlers on.

2010-12-11T16:19:00.001Z

I love Christmas.

Stop being a Grinch - make a snow angel

2010-12-05T14:59:00.005Z

Peeps, stop whining about the snow.

I absolutley adore it. The solution, don't drive or rely on public

transport - walk, bring spare socks everywhere, wear so many layers you feel nothing & of course APPROPRIATE FOOTWEAR.

Ireland, as a nation, doesn't seem to grasp the need for rubber soled, amazing wellies. I have seen people in converse (squelch), pumps (brrrrr), suede boots (idiot), high heels, everything! Cop on dudes.

I have worn my wellies everyday for the last week, we are now one entity. Granted they are hunters & incredib

ly comfortable & not desperately ugly, but they paid for themselves a long time ago.

Good shoes = more snowball fights, snow angels, hot chocolates in the snow, igloo building, running around like a mad bastard & less slipping.

I love snow.

Insomnia Cafe's Christmas Menu

2010-12-01T22:19:00.004Z

So, most coffee houses in Dublin at the moment have a special Christmas menu going on. I know Starbucks has atleast four new hot drinks available such as Gingerbread Lattes and the likes. Unfortunately the only place I've gotten around to visiting is Insomnia (Nasseau Street for all of those interested in stalking me!)

It was a cold, snowy day so myself and Ireland's answer to 'Abba' (Cormac, Connor, Lois and Lisa) decided to get some coffee to cheer us up and warm us up.

I ordered a Mint Mocha and a slice of Yule Log as you can see from the picture! The Yule Log was tasty. I wasn't sure what to expect as I'd never tasted any before and I honestly don't know what's in it either! But it was lovely, I'm not sure what it tasted off. Kind of mildly chocolately, vanilla-ish: Very creamy! The mint mocha was an experience. It was very bitter (Which was to be expected as coffee and mint are both bitter, duh!). It felt very Christmassy and Wintery to be sipping on it while it snowed outside. However I don't think I'll be ordering it again. It was 'fine'. Nice to try something new, but not worth re-trying!!

I think I'll have to make the (Expensive) trip to Starbucks next and try something from their Christmas menu. I'll make sure to keep you all informed!

Truth, Beauty, Freedom, Love,
Kizzy xx

Tea & Toast....

2010-11-26T21:35:00.004Z

One of my favourite blogs (of them all, there are lots) is Fashion Toast. The pictures are lovely, she doesn't rant on about silly things that can just get a bit ranty & it makes me happy to look at such a pretty girl every now & then. Fashion toast is a lady called Rumi Neely, she is based in San Diego & seems to design lots of little bits for people here & there, example she did some pieces for Forever 21, newly opened in Dublin & I am still undecided as to whether I like it or not, though lovely underwear for under a fiver, yes please, also check out RCVA her pieces for there are lovely indeed & once I have money again will be ordered.
Oh today was consumed by Christmas cheer - turning on of the lights with caroling, hot cider & mince pies in the Shelbourne, it was very festive all together! I really do like Christmas a lot.
p.s. legs that just keep going - hells to the yeah.

A song for Richard Cranium...

2010-11-12T22:58:00.002Z

Truth, Beauty, Freedom, Love,
Kizzy xx
<3 <3

BBCs Live Lounge

2010-11-12T21:26:00.007Z

I've become addicted to listening to Live Lounge recordings. This is one of my favorites by The Saterdays.

Other ones worth looking up are:
Newton Faulkner singing Foundations ("Why don't you have another glass of wine?!")
The Noisettes singing When You Were Young
and White Lies singing Love Lockdown.

And then there are some absolutley AWFUL tunes too, which you just have to listen to just because they are awful and we all love a bit of horrendousness:
Pixie Lott singing Pokerface (Don't ever try cover Gaga again you barbie!)
McFly singing Dynamite (Ha, they couldn't decide whether to be pop, rock or R'n'B so they managed to a dismal mix of all three genres)
Alicia Keys singing How To Save A Life
and finally Florence and the Machine singing Halo. (I know Sizzy absolutely loves them, but this recording makes my ears feel like they're bleeding.)

Also, Cheryl Cole does a pretty ok job at singing Fireflies by Ocean City. I mean, it's not amazing, but I didn't know she could sing at all so I am pleasantly surprised!!

Truth, Beauty, Freedom, Love,
Kizzy xx

Is that a Ukulele?

2010-11-11T13:21:00.004Z

Our boy attended battle of the bands the other evening, apparently ukuleles are cool again, I'm not sure why to be honest, but then I found this (thank you YouTube) & thought it was kinda cute, though she is 16, & it's a bit dowdy for a 16 year old (could she cheer up a bit please) it's still cute & that is exactly what a Ukulele is cute. Desperately hard to spell Ukulele by the way, nearly killed google trying to do it. But fair play to her, Christopher Bailey liked her a lot, & again she is only 16, when I was 16 I was a bit useless, still am to be honest, but there you go.

Absolutley Mad....

2010-11-04T17:48:00.003Z

I have just started watching Mad Men & adore it, it's fierce slow moving but worth the effort.

I also love the way how Louis Vuitton have started this whole full skirt & heaving bossoms look, pop culture running amok.

I am dislike the rain when I don't wear my wellingtons.

These are the things on my mind.

And I quite like Andrew Bird & Born Ruffians, songs that reference Science make me happy.

If I had this in my wardobe...

2010-10-29T14:57:00.004+01:00

I would promise to never wear my ugg boots to college again. I would promise to always get up in time to pick out a nice outfit instead of ending up leaving the house in jeans and something Abercrombie. I promise I would always style my hair and do my make up and look pretty all the time- Just so the coat would look good on me. It's so perfect, and yet so un-Kizzy ish in that, it would require effort to choose clothes to match it.

But it's beautiful- And it's a cape! Wearing this I would feel like an undercover super hero. But a really trandy, feminie super hero!

Well, now you know, if you're thinking of buying me anything for Christmas: This would be quite an appropriate gift for me!! (Sizzy has already shown me the fur coat and heels from BT2s that she wants for Christmas. I'm starting a charity collection for these gifts, if anyone would like to make a donation please contact me. Every little helps.)

Truth, Beauty, Freedom, Love,
Kizzy xx

(Bound Seam Duffle Cape, £85, Topshop)

Britannica

2010-10-06T16:40:00.002+01:00

Today, I accidentally dressed like I was going to a horse show, I sort of loved it though. I think it was a result of my looking at to many pictures of Rosie Huntigton-Whiteley by Rankin. In all these different scenarios as it were, but they're just awesome. She's pretty cool, and has just suddenly appeared on my radar. I really want to look like the top one EVERY day!! God damn.

I'm aware that I neglected this blog so badly over the Summer..

2010-10-03T19:53:00.005+01:00

Sorry! Luckily the amazing Sizzy was still here to keep you updated in all things important! I've been quite busy having a music filled Summer working at camp in New Hampshire. Quite an experience!

So, for my first update in like, three months I'd like to share with you a song I wrote today. It's called 'Metronome' and it's my attempt at writing in the style of Lady Gaga (Rawr) both lyrically and melodically. Although I've already been told that it's too similar to 'Paparazzi', but hey, I'm learning!

Big shout out to Mr. Kizzy for helping me improve the awful recording quality (143).

Whoops...

2010-10-02T21:29:00.002+01:00

So sorry,
Autumn is my favorite time of year, moving, college and work, so much to be done.
I promise that Kizzy and I will fill you in on everything, Monday morning!!
Sara

Woman Crush

2010-08-24T22:04:00.002+01:00

Oh Georgia May, I'm crushing on you bad. Brilliant marketing on Hudsons behalf as I want their jeans now, she is the only reason. What a babe? Who doesn't love her?

Outer Space.

2010-08-23T21:54:00.002+01:00

Elcetric Picnic is fast approaching. If I can somehow look like Bruce Springsten, Kings of Leon and Drew Barrymore all at the same time, I will be a happy camper. I am terribly excited, a weekend with my boys and Nips. I doubt if we shall still be friends at the end of the weekend, but here's hoping. Will you be there?
(Is the African tribe theme a bit much? Or too little?)

What is Bambi doing?

2010-08-23T13:38:00.003+01:00

Killarney National Park, it's pretty whopper dude, a place filled with deer, red squirrels, pine martens, mushrooms (the hobbits would love it) and chilli. So much chilli. It is a shame that chilli is the only thing that Conor and I can cook, as I think I may hate it now that we have eaten so much of it. However, pay a visit, stay in the Front Gate Lodge, kill some Rhododendron, run with the deer and have a jolly old time.

A beanbag in a clock tower attic.

2010-08-08T22:32:00.004+01:00

I was in London. It was my first time there, ever, and by Job, I love that place. Oh my days, the atmosphere, the buildings, Foyles, Libertys, beers named 'auld speckled hen' and most importantly the Victoria Albert Museum. The V&A was by far my favourite place in London, and though I spent an entire afternoon there it wasn't enough. Usually I'm not one for museums and galleries, I have a few that are favourites, like I love the National Gallery in Dublin and the Museé d'Orsay in Paris, and now the V&A in London. I often find other museums too crowded, too expensive and I can't relax in them. I like the museums that are half empty most of the time and therefore really easy to get around.
I also went to Topshop, hated it, couldn't make sense of the store, though that didn't stop my buying a pair of lovely khaki turn ups, but there you go.
Sat for hours in Foyles, reading my new Biology dictionary.
Wandered in both the rain and sunshine.
Went on a boat trip to Greenwich on the Thames.
Drank lots of coffee.
Saw the fat, blonde guy from Gavin & Stacey, who's name I still can't remember, and said hello.
Found a cd that is just nowhere to be had in Ireland for £10, so that was a win. Go HMV Oxford St.
All in all, had a great time, ate loads, drank lots, spent loads of money and looked at lots of trains.
By the way, happy 21st to Avril, who is currently in London. I'd imagine also having a lovely time.

Wait, what?

2010-07-30T21:36:00.003+01:00

That's my Hugh. Just thought I'd share his beauty with the world. Sometimes he looks really confused. Others just handsome.

Only Boring People Get Bored.

2010-07-27T17:08:00.003+01:00

Yesterday I was bored, so, in order not to be a boring person, I had all my hair cut off. It is now very short, my neck is naked but I love it. Though it will never again look this chic, ever.
A song for our Kizzy in America playing piano. Talent oozing from her every pore.

Gin and Juice.

2010-07-15T22:39:00.006+01:00

It's summertime and I have become bored with what is on my ipod, so I went trawling the internet and various other people's music collections and both came across and fell in love with Beirut, there song Postcards from Italy is just lovely, and the video kind of captures a summer feel reminiscent of your childhood, ah tis just great. Just so you know they are not from Lebanon, a rather long and rambling discussion was had about this before a googling of the matter occured, turns out they hail from America, New Mexico if Wikipedia is to be believed.
Also loving the new collections for Autumn, all full skirts, capes, waists and trousers. TROUSERS. God I love trousers, they are friggin awesome, so much more comfortable than jeans and in an amazing cuts and fabrics are just so beautiful. Can not wait for these to enter my wardrobe, above are some of my favourites dudes.

Mad as a Hatter Indeed.

2010-07-15T16:41:00.004+01:00

Well, two weeks later, safe to say Ali's in Wonderland was a complete success. The birthday girl and her dress were amazing, and as usual completely unique, and I was soo impressed with the effort all her friends made, it was whopper dude, had a great time!! My own outfit was kind of awesome and I think I will probably wear it again, what can I say sequin hotpants, any excuse.

Mad as a Hatter you say?

2010-06-23T23:15:00.002+01:00

My darling Ali shall be turning 21 in a matter of weeks, and in order to celebrate it is having an 'Ali's in Wonderland' theme.
I am the laziest person when it comes to dressing up, love the idea, but when it comes down to it, I'd rather sit on my arse to be honest. As it's Ali though I am going to make an honest effort, so I need some tips. I plan to dress up as The Mad Hatter, sure as Ger says I am a Mad Hatter, so it only makes sense. Any tips or advice would be gratefully received.
Sizzy.

Love, death, violence, sex, anger, anxiety, nightmares, dreams & drinking.

2010-06-19T12:08:00.003+01:00

For well over a year now, like a lot of people I have been listening to Florence and the Machine on loop, queuing in snow and frost to get tickets to gigs (always failing) and basically just idolising Ms. Florence Welch. Though it is not my favourite song from the album Lungs, Cosmic Love is undoubtedly a brilliant piece of music, that just evokes such strong emotions from everyone, and sends shivers down your spine the first time you hear it (for the record, My Boy Builds Coffins is my favourite song, it reminds me of my Dad) and she has just released the video for it which is incredibly beautiful, all lights and red hair, relying on the power of the song more than any crazy visual affect that might only distract from it.
Ms. Welch is also a style icon, which at 22 and having really only been on the scene for a year, at most, is pretty impressive, she is the reason I own, and love, sequined knickers, as well as why I kinda want to dye my hair red, basically dude, she's just whopper, go buy the album, or check her on YouTube, it'll be the best thing you do today.

I can't believe this!

2010-06-08T23:57:00.005+01:00

Bitch copied my swag!!!

Katy Perry at the 2010 Grammies wearing a nude Zac Posen dress and a bindi.

We all know bindis are my thing... It's the one thing I do that no one else does. Seeing someone else wearing one makes me feel robbed. :(

The question now is, will it become a trend? If it becomes a trend then I started it!

To be honest I will be majorly upset if the general public begin to wear bindis. There's just something about other people doing my 'thing' that makes me want to vomit. If everyone else starts wearing bindis then I'm never wearing one again!

The Hills: The Musical

2010-06-01T21:00:00.002+01:00

So I got pretty bored today and wrote a song about Lauren Conrad...
Meh, it's pretty sad that I have to write songs about her life because mine is so vanilla...
Anything in my that's worth writing about is SCANDALOUS materiel and needs to be kept a BIG secret!

If there is ever a broadway show about The Hills they should soooooo let me write the music! Ha, if Lily Allen can do it anyone could do it, right?!

So here it is, my ode to LC:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMd9HU0pImI

All things Kate

2010-05-27T13:17:00.000+01:00

Nerdy and Cool Dude!

In honour of the release of Kate Moss's new Topshop line last weekend, I am going to talk all things Kate. I love Ms. Moss, I think she is amazingly beautiful, even if she does have oddly spaced eyes which, in fact probably only add to her beauty, she is friggin cool and I think if she and I knew each other, we'd be friends.

There is and has certainly been for a very long time an association between models and rock stars and she's with the coolest, Pete Doherty (he's a mess but have you listened to The Libertines? No? Do it now!) Jamie Hince in the Kills, they are probably one of my all time favourite bands, for the moment at least and lets not forget the amazing video she did for The White Strips - 'I Just Don't Know What To Do With Myself' , she managed to make pole dancing classy and started a whole trend that Demi Moore only wishes she could do.

Her Vogue covers are extensive, almost as much so as her ad campaigns and basically she's just a babe. Like everyone, she's had her troubles, but even still she is top of her game.

Having sad that, her line for Topshop often is ..... shit. Expenisve, bad quality and really not all that special e.g. I have one of her dresses I think from her first line, I love it, it's beautiful, all nautical and what not, not overly worn, not so long ago on the bus on my way to meet Kizzy, the strap broke, and I had to wander around town with a new strapless dress, it looked like an ultimate walk of shame I am sure. This irks me. Her new Spring/Summer collection is nice, most of it you would never see in my wardrobe, but there are a few pieces that I like, like her simple tea dresses, but the fact remains that my favourite tea dress was €10 in good auld Penneys, I am positive that Ms. Moss's is slightly more expensive.

P.S. I also love playsuits and can't wait to see Kizzy's when she visits me this weekend. Go on BUY ONE!

Seven Day Playsuit Challenge!

2010-05-26T22:18:00.001+01:00

So, 'What is the Playsuit Challenge?' you ask. Well, here's the deal. I think this is one of my greatest ideas ever, I need to get a patent in this quick: You take seven playstuits and wear one each day of the week. Every week! SO you're never seen wearing anything but playsuits, I think it's such a cute idea.

I absolutely adore playsuits! There is something so fun and sporty about them while at the same time they are very feminine and flattering if you can choose one that suits you.

So, in honour of my new challege which I am putting forward to all of you, here are my favorite seven playsuits at the moment.

Monday
I love strapless playsuits, unfortunately with my ample bosom, lol, I often have to refrain from wearing anything strapless. I love this playsuit on the model regardless. This is the kind of outfit you'd see someone wearing at a barbecue drinking ice cold bulmers with a load of really hip friends.
Tuesday
This is the piece that I'd be most likely to buy and wear myself. The colour is vibrant and pretty and the cut is flattering to a number of body shapes.
Wednesday
This is definitely a day time suit. It's a great alternative to shorts and tee shirt for summer days. It possessess all the girly-ness of a skirt while being practical for hanging out on the beach or in the park where you'll probably end up partaking in a game of football or touch rugby.
Thursday
This little number is something I'd wear on a date. It's dressy enough to look good without looking like too much effort was involved! It's versatile enough to go from walk in the park to afternoon drinks to even a bar later on.
Friday
This is probably my favorite of them all on the model. I love the cut and the bright colours. However I think if would make me look like a frump so I doubt I'll be wearing it anytime soon...
Saturday
I really like this one because it's versatile enough to be worn during the day or at night to a club.
Sunday
This is such a lazy Sunday look! I love this piece because it's so different to all the other playsuits I was looking at. I love the faded denim giving it a worn look. However, I don't think it would be flattering on anyone who doesn't have twiggy model legs unfortunately.

Damn I wish I had the money to buy seven as cute as these... As it stands I only have one. I think a trip to Pennies is required right now!

I also need to get a pair of denim hotpants before I head off stateside. Preferably ones that are cute but are appropriate for wearing at Summer Camp! I really must go shopping and stock up on summer supplies soon...

Truth, Beauty, Freedom, Love,
Kizzy xx

Kizzy's 21st Birthday Celebration

2010-05-20T20:56:00.000+01:00

I'm turning 21 at the end of June but since neither myself nor my twin will be in the country at that point, we had our 21st birthday party last night.

I had the most amazing time all thanks to my friends who attended, it wouldn't have been the same without any of them. It started off in our house where we had drinks and food. My older sisters were great working the bar and making sure everyone was looked after. Amy made a tropical punch which went down a treat with everyone! Tiger beer and outdoor lights added to the Summer feel. Unfortunately it started to rain and we had to move the party inside so any late-comers missed the great garden set up. Afterwards we went to Flannerys and then Coppers which were both really good fun I have to say.

My sister and I wore the same shoes and dress which was really fun to do. Everyone was commenting though how the outfit looked totally different though on each of us, it's funny how that is! My make up was inspired by Lady Gaga in her 'Poker Face' video.

Dress: 20euro from H&M

Shoes: 25euro from Simon Harte

The night was great. The drink was great, the food was great. My favorite people were there. I danced all night. I got my birthday kiss. I wasn't hungover the next day- Seriously, what more could I ask for?!

(All photos are courtesy of my brilliant new camera- Thank you all!)

Truth, Beauty, Freedom, Love,
Kizzy xx

What I Wish I Looked Like...

2010-05-16T21:13:00.000+01:00

Whoops, it has been a while but oh well, treat them mean keep em' keen?
I have returned to my homeland, and due to the lack of work I have taken to the 'Burren in Bloom' festival like a duck to water. Talks, walks, showcases, I am there baby!
This morning I left the house at quarter past five to try and learn some bird songs from the oh so wise and knowledgable Gordon D'Arcy, and failed miserably. I would like to blame it on the early hour but really I think I just have a bad/lazy ear when it comes to picking out different notes. Side note, on the way to the walk, I met my tall, Ballyvaughan friend, he had a pint in one hand, a smoke in the other and was heading on home after a nights drinking. Hardcore he is, jealous I am. No worky means no drinky for me. I did get to take some nice pictures, and have never before seen Loughrask at dawn before so that was nice, and I didn't feel slightly guilty that when I got home I slept until two and then had an amazing fry followed by the most beautiful Banoffee ice-cream sundae (that's saying a lot as I don't like Bananas). All in all, a nice day. Now if only I could get some work to pay for all the nice clothes and cd's I want.
Never before have I been so excited for the release of an album as I was for the new Foals album, Total Live Forever, and so far it has not let me down, it is somehow completely different from Antidotes but still sounds like Foals, it isn't boring which can often be the case and Spanish Sahara brought a tear to my eye the first time I listened to it.
I love Stella McCartney at the moment, so nice and simple and tailored and then really beautiful dresses with amazing ruffles that look completely decadent and over the top, but still I want one.

Shakes!

2010-05-11T12:09:00.000+01:00

Shakes is the new milkshake bar which opened up on Dame street about two weeks ago. Words cannot begin to describe how excited I was for it to open- Milkshakes are one of my favorite treats. It's very hard to find a good milkshake in Dublin. The ones from Macdonalds are pretty attrocious to be honest and other restaurants are pretty expensive when it comes to milkshakes.

Sizzy and I went to get shakes the day after it opened, and the shop was pretty busy. After ordering we were exceptionally pleased that they offer a 10% student discount- Always a welcome addition!

I've had two so far since it opened. The first time I got a Cadbury's mint crisp shake with whipped creme and mini oreos on top. The whipped creme was a nice touch, but I paid 50cent extra for the mini oreos of which I think I got four biscuits, which was a bit of a rip off. Apart from that the shake was gorgeous. The second time there I got a Dime bar shake with whipped creme again. It tasted brilliant, but a bit less blending would have been nice, leaving me with a few crunchie bits, I will probably specify that to the next person making one for me. Overall it was lovely though, and not too expensive.

The only diwnside I thought was the service. The shake took a good while to make and I was standing there for a good five minutes before anyone decided to take any money off me. I presume this will get better though as the staff get accustomed to their job.

Conor and I enjoying our shakes...

On the way in we ran into a few SU Hacks (SU whores as I like to call them) who claim it's going to be their new hang-out spot. I contest this, let's make it a science thing, right?!

Truth, Beauty, Freedom, Love,
Kizzy xx

A bit rusty, but I'm glad to be back!

2010-05-05T22:44:00.000+01:00

I literally just wrote this song five minutes and ago and I am so happy about it! It's not great, I did it really quickly so the lyrics are a bit dodgy in some places. I was in such a rush to finish it though because this is the first time in a long time that I've actually been able to write anything. The exam stress must finally be wearing off! (There's a bit where it jumps and leaves out a patch and makes me sound like a whining cat (0:48)...)

Really, I've had the worst writer's block I've ever experienced lately. It's probably a mixture the exams and also what's been going on lately- I havn't been a happy Kizzy lately!
But that's all changed now, this is a eucatastrophe! (Note my use of Tolkien language, nerd!)

Ignore the first few seconds, I started off on completely the wrong foot. Also ignore my dismal singing, I'm aware that I can't hit the high notes...

Truth, Beauty, Freedom, Love,
Kizzy xx

Food, Flowers, Fashion, Music and Men!

2010-05-03T12:10:00.000+01:00

This was really fun to do! So, this is what my brain looks like on the inside. I'll have to get a few other people to do the same thing and then see the difference between everyone...

I'm loving Kelis' new song Acapella. I can't find the download link that I used for it, I think it must have been deleted, but you can listen to it here:

I must do a proper article soon seeing as I have free time now that exams are officially over... Watch this space!

Truth, Beauty, Freedom, Love,
Kizzy xx

Exam Time

2010-04-26T16:08:00.000+01:00

So, the last two weeks have been pretty crazy ever since term finished and everyone hit the library hard core to swot up before exams. The Hamilton library has been absolutely packed, I've had to been in college before 9.30am each day to make sure I get my usual seat. (I can't study in a different seat, It confuses my brain too much). Yesterday I wanted to go to the 24 hour study space. I got there at 8.50am and it was full. I was actually planning on getting there much earlier, but apparently the earliest bus into town leaves Ashington at 8.30 on a Sunday- How inconvenient!

Well, I wanted to share this link. It's a website that has playlists for studying to. (I know its a bit late what with exams already started, but better late than pregnant eh?!) They are playlists of piano sonatas, so they are soothing but not distracting. You can also choose between a one hour or two hour block so it also works as a good time keeper:

http://www.studylikeachampion.com/study-playlist.html

I haven't checked out the rest of the website, but I'd say that they have some other tips on studying if you are really finding it hard to get the head down at the books.

Well, it's not too long to go now. Friday I'll be celebrating the end of my official exams by going to the Pav and getting drunk on two cans. Oh yes. And then another week and I'll be finished third year for good... Crazy to think, only one more year of college before we graduate!

Good luck to everyone this week!
Truth, Beauty, Freedom, Love,
Kizzy xx

Big Head

2010-04-25T16:25:00.000+01:00

Bostonian with Avocado. YumYum.

I have a big head. This makes me sad as it generally makes it very hard to buy hats that fit my big head. I today stumbled across a website that makes fairtrade panama hats, for women, in a variety of sizes, you measure your head, order it, and get an awesome hat whilst saving the world. Great.

I also have decided that I want pink/coral skinny jeans, for summer, to make my world a little bit happier. Study has me down in the dumps. Topshop have some lovely pairs, as do ASOS, but for me, I have weirdly long legs, so I would need to try on a pair of jeans before handing over some cash as odds are they would be too short. A friend of mine, she is Swedish, has crazy long legs, and wears a brand called Cheap Mondays, so I think I may look for those and see what they are like from an economic/length point of view.

In an attempt to distract Kizzy from study I took her to The Pig & Heifer, New York Deli on Sandwith St., I had a Bostonian, she had a Cajun Chicken, and by all accounts they were fantastic. It is best to go either before or after lunch time as the queues can be manic, and also don't leave it too long after lunch as they close once all their ingredients run out. At around a fiver for a sandwich it could be called expensive, but it is worth it as you will not eat again for the rest of the day. I want one now in fact.

Too everyone sitting exams, good luck,

Benno.

Cinderella shall go to The Ball.

2010-04-20T23:23:00.000+01:00

Bradshaw & I.

ASOS baby.

So Trinity Ball took place last Friday evening, it involves odd music, too much drink, being locked into Trinity for 8hours and great dresses and suits. Being my typical self I neglected to get a picture of myself and my dress, but there it is above, probably looked completely different on me. I was channeling some sort of Greek God, all gold bangles and headbands (a la Topshop & Kizzy). Had a friggin awesome time dude, hanging out with friends I had almost forgotten I had, running around like a mad lunatic & trying to imitate Canadian accents. The line-up this year, unfortunately was a disgrace, Japanese Popstars, Jape, Mystery Jets they were great, everyone else was a bit dismal to be honest, not my scene I guess? Also, Bradshaw wore a tie with his tux, personally think it was a mistake but whatever, & I have come home with a full on proper silk bow-tie from Louis Copeland, if this belongs to anyone, give us a shout yeah?

Sizzy

Chooooooon!

2010-04-19T23:04:00.000+01:00

"I could really use a wish right now!"

I'm absolutely LOVING this track lately! It's B.o.B featuring Hayley Williams (That girl from Paramore I think.) This is definitely going to be such a huge Summer 2010 hit! Title is 'Airplanes'.

Download it here: http://usershare.net/41yyujte285y

Or just listen to it:

Truth, Beauty, Freedom, Love,
Kizzy xx

Daffodils Baby!

2010-04-15T23:23:00.000+01:00

"Daffodils" (1804)

I Wander'd lonely as a cloud

That floats on high o'er vales and hills,

When all at once I saw a crowd,

A host, of golden daffodils;
Beside the lake, beneath the trees,
Fluttering and dancing in the breeze.

Continuous as the stars that shine

And twinkle on the Milky Way,

They stretch'd in never-ending line

Along the margin of a bay:
Ten thousand saw I at a glance,
Tossing their heads in sprightly dance.

The waves beside them danced; but they

Out-did the sparkling waves in glee:

A poet could not but be gay,

In such a jocund company:
I gazed -- and gazed -- but little thought
What wealth the show to me had brought:

For oft, when on my couch I lie

In vacant or in pensive mood,

They flash upon that inward eye

Which is the bliss of solitude;
And then my heart with pleasure fills,
And dances with the daffodils.

By William Wordsworth (1770-1850).

Casual...

2010-04-14T13:32:00.000+01:00

Ebay.com

Asos.com

Phatlife.com

So, I just finished my thesis proposal... Kinda. Well, it's drafted and emailed away to Wally to be corrected, let's hope there isn't too much work to be done on it.

So as a little treat to myself I allowed myself to do some internet-shop browsing. Whilst doing this I came to the conclusion that I am overly picky. Really. I could find nothing I liked. Trawling through sites upon sites and nothing was appealing to me. I eventually decided on the above outfit.

I do actually really love the jeans, they look perfect. The shoes, meh, they'll do. I couldn't find a top I liked at all. I'm not into all this lace and floral stuff that seems to be in fashion at the moment. I was trying to find a leather top, lol, but couldn't come across one, so instead I settled for this street-wise little number. And then, of course, how can an outfit be complete with A BUMBAG?!

Bum bags it seems are only available at the moment in black, dark grey, or obnoxious pink in the kiddie's section. I managed to find this yellow one on Ebay, but it's a bit of a murky yellow. I want an illuminous one. Or a sparkly silver one. If anyone spots one around please give me a shout! I'm dying for one ever since yesterday when I suddenly got the brain wave to bring bum bags back...

Truth, Beauty, Freedom, Love,

Kizzy xx

Summertime.

2010-04-11T21:08:00.000+01:00

Homemade Lemonade, Real* Gourmet Burger, Dun Laoghaire
Ice-Cream Sundae, on a Sunday, ala Katie and Niamh
Fruit waffle, Lemon, Dawson St.
My mamma's flowers.
Scrambled eggs, and salsa, yumyum.

You may have noticed it's Summer. 16 degrees today, probably the warmest Ireland is going to get, for me this means Lemonade, salsa, ice-cream sundaes and avoiding study at all possible costs.

It also meens flowery dresses, crop tops, high waisted trousers and skirts, gladiator sandals, gold rings and bangles, wavy crazy hair and reading Vogue in the garden.

Katie H-B made the awesome Lemonade above, she has this amazing way of dressing, all tailored shirts and trousers, beautiful classic dresses, lots of lace. Very classic, very fitted, very awesome. Somehow manages to showcase her personality beautifully which I can have real problems doing sometimes. How to wear a trend and not let it take over your sense of style?

Enjoy the sun, we probably won't see much more of it.

Three things I want from a man...

2010-04-10T21:19:00.000+01:00

1) Laughs
If a guy can't make me laugh he can't make me do anything. Full stop. Humour is just one of those typically masculine things. Most girls aren't that funny, and if they are then normally there is something a bit manly about them (Take Ellen DeGeneres for example!). Because of this, us girls depend on the males in our lives to make us laugh. If a guy can crack a few jokes he instantly becomes more appealing.

Making jokes about things I do or say is great because it makes me laugh and also provides me with attention (See number two!). Humility is important here too. Men who take themselves too seriously are not attractive.

2)Attention
I'm not gonna lie, I need attention! I know a lot of men who wouldn't put up with me because I'm too 'high maintenance'. That's fine. I'm willing to wait around for someone who wants to shower me in tender loving care. Yes, I am a female chauvinist pig and I believe that I deserve to be treated like a princess by men.

Now, I'm not saying that if I ask for something he should do it for me. Definitely not, in fact the opposite, I hate when guys do what I say. It frustrates me no end, like, stand up for yourself against me! No, I just mean, sending me a text letting me know you're thinking of me. Or saying something cute out of the blue.

3) Intelligence
I need to be intellectually challenged. I don't think I could put up with someone who doesn't read or doesn't enjoy learning. There's nothing worse than a guy who only talks about things on television. If I'm to engage with someone properly than they need to be able hold a conversation on the things I like talking about, like books, emotions, current affairs. I do enjoy a philosophical conversation every now and then too!

I remember once I was in a bar and this one guy tried to chat me up. So he asked what I was studying and I replied 'Science, mainly biology' and he gave me a look like I had three heads, said 'NEXT!' and walked away. What an idiot. I like to think I had a lucky escape there- I doubt conversations with him would have been riveting.

Truth, Beauty, Freedom, Love,
Kizzy xx

Boys Boys Boys

2010-04-03T23:18:00.001+01:00

Gregory Peck in Roman Holiday

Kristin Scott Thomas and Robert Redford in The Horse Whisperer

Over the past week I have been cultivating my love of Audrey Hepburn and Robert Redford, lots of DVD's have been watched, many of which I had never seen before, but I now know, for a fact, that I want to be a cowboy and move to Montana and raise horses, even though I am slightly afraid of horses, whatever, minor detail. I also now know, that more than one item of denim in an outfit is only acceptable on a cowboy, even then a cowboy that somewhat resembles Rober Redford,and nowhere else, i don't care what Vogue or Topshop says, denim jeans and any other form of denim is a no-no! Definitely so.
Also, sweet potatoe fries in Eddie Rockets are pretty whopper, they are awesome, go on give them a bash.
Happy Easter, over the Easter break, rather than do work, watch Spy Game, Out of Africa, Sneakers, Breakfast at Tiffanys, Roman Holiday and as much West Wing as you can. Or do like me and re-read all the Harry Potter books, in preparation for the forthcoming Harry Potter/Lord of the Rings/ Twilight pub quiz in aid of the BotSoc in October 2010. Put it in your calendars. It will be whopper.

Full Fathom Five...

2010-04-01T13:29:00.000+01:00

I really love poetry... Only lucidly written poetry though. It's very rare that I come across poetry that actually affects me, but when it does, it is amazing. There are too many people out there nowadays that call themselves poets. I'd say with 99% of all the poems I have read in my life I have been unimpressed. A good poem when read sounds like music. The mixture of rhythms, alliteration and repetition actually sound like percussion instruments accompanying the lyrics. A good poem evokes emotion. Often if something is happening in my life that confuses me, or I don't know what to do about something, reading a poem with which I can identify can answer questions I have or help me handle the situation better than I would have.

When I was younger I fancied myself as a bit of a poet, I still have a few of them typed up and in a little red folder somewhere in my room. I haven't written anything in a good few months though. Right now the thought of sitting down and writing a poem scares me. I don't know why I grew out of it to be honest, I think it was laziness. It's very hard to write poetry. Originally when I was younger I thought it was easy, just write the first line, find a word that rhymes and then write the second line. As I grew older though, this formula didn't suffice. I started reading adult poetry where there were no rhymes and yet the words sounded like a melody to the ears. This was real poetry, which I find next to impossible to write. Maybe that's why reading a well written poem influences me so much emotionally- Because the skill of writing one is so elusive to me.

Sylvia Plath is my favorite poet, and some of Yeats' work too, although I disagree with some of his political opinions so sometimes I have difficulty reading his poems while remaining unbiased.

Maybe as soon as exams are over I shall begin to write again. There is no better feeling than being able to formulate your thoughts into lines that not only make sense (Most of my thoughts don't make sense!) but also are aurally pleasing. It also helps to organise my mind too.

...

The stars go waltzing out in blue and red;
And arbitrary blackness gallops in:
I shut my eyes and the world drops dead.

I dreamed that you bewitched me into bed
And sung me moon-struck, kissed me quite insane.
(I think I made you up inside my head.)

- From Mad Girl's Love Song by Sylvia Plath

I decided to write this entry after reading the above poem. It pretty much sums up how I'm feeling right now. Men are so confusing...

Truth, Beauty, Freedom, Love,
Kizzy xx

Nerds are cool too now!

2010-03-30T19:06:00.001+01:00

This is Barbie after her latest makeover.

'Computer Nerd Barbie', as she will be called, comes with her own laptop and thick rimmed glasses - just like a real life nerd!

I'm really happy about this, I've emphasised for years that nerds can be sexy too... And now here's the proof!

Truth, Beauty, Freedom, Love,

Kizzy xx

Parsnip and Apple Soup?

2010-03-29T22:22:00.000+01:00

My boys in their suits, handsome devils.
Cormac and his awesome 'mouse and cheese' cufflinks.
Parsnip and Apple soup and chunky chips at Avoca café, Suffolk Street.

Today, Nips and I had lunch in Avoca, we do this sometimes when we are feeling particularly flush, this feeling of wealth always disappears after having eaten in Avoca due to the horrendous prices (though not quite as horrendous as Iarnrod Eireann, penis-heads). The parsnip and apple soup was good, but sweet at the bottom, very strange for a bowl of soup or so I thought.

Anyway, did you know that I love shorts?

I love everything about shorts, once they fit well and are the right length everyone's legs look great in a pair of shorts. Currently I am lusting after a black leather pair from H&M, reasonably enough priced I think, but alas still no money.

I also love men in suits. Cormac always seems to have immaculate suits with these little touches that completely suit his personality, such as mouse and cheese cufflinks, awesome dude, awesome. I also love Ger's tux, (very top picture, on the left), I believe he got it in M&S for a pretty penny and it just fits him perfectly, tip for Trinners Ball, buy your own tux, it'll pay off in the end.

Anyway, there you go, also check out the garden collection in H&M, it seems really pretty and summer-like online, must peruse it instore, usually don't like the quality of H&M clothing, it all seems to fall apart so fast, but this organic collection might be really nice, you never know friends, oh here's the website link:

http://www.hm.com/ie/#/gardencollection/

Enjoy.

Love Life: Playing 'The Game'

2010-03-27T18:26:00.000Z

Oh god, where do I start? I don't understand 'The Game'. I don't know why people do it, I don't know how people do it. The whole 'playing hard to get' thing is just a mystery to me. Now, I'm not saying that I'm easy, not at all. In fact I like to think that I am very particular in my standards when it comes to men. However, if I do meet someone that I like then I'm going to want to go and get them. If the guy I'm into texts me, then I'm going to text him back. Because I like talking to the person I like. This is just basic common sense, no?

Apparently though, I'm doing it completely wrong. The girls who have ten million males chasing them are the ones who act all aloof. He texts her, she just doesn't bother replying, he wants her more. I don't get it though... Aren't men lazy? Why would they prefer to go to all the effort of having to chase after a girl, would they not prefer that they just get what they wanted? This whole 'thrill of the chase' thing just doesn't make sense: In any other aspect of life it would be seen as wasted energy. It doesn't agree with the whole 'Darwin' way of thinking.

Why does dating have to be so complicated? Why, if I like someone, can I not just tell them? Why do men get turned off if a girl gives them the impression that she might be really into him? Do humans not like to be loved after all?

Not playing The Game has backfired on me a few times in life. I've had guys who were in to me go right off me just because I was honest. Also, if a boy doesn't reply to my messages, or doesn't try to contact me then I'm going to presume that they don't want me. I mean, in my mind, if a guy wants me, then he should come after me. After all, why wouldn't he? Sitting around playing hard to get is just going to make me frustrated, not attracted.

I'll never understand it. This one time I tried playing games, you know, like not writing back to a message for atleast two hours. It just got annoying, and it didn't work for me either. The whole thing is just really stupid, and the more girls and guys get into it the worse its going to get. I think the whole population should boycott The Game. Let's all be honest with each other from now on.

Freedom, Truth, Beauty, Love,
Kizzy xx

NomNomNom

2010-03-27T17:22:00.000Z

The challenge, 30 epic meals in 30 days, preferably home cooked and with some nutritional value, an attempt at documenting my life through the food I eat, for example today I had a toasted cheese due to the self-induced hangover. Cheese in any form makes me much happier. As does Eddie Rockets, it seems I am now a fan of sweet potatoe fries, who would have thunk it?
The problem with loving food is it makes it slightly harder to fit into the clothes I love, the burden I bear. Example above, white bodycon dress from ASOS, the things I would do for my bum to look nice in such a dress. It is amazing. Something about white I love, very fresh and clean, reminds me of Summer.

2010-03-27T17:04:00.000Z

Right so, introductions have been given, excellent. So you know, Kizzy shall be doing the majority of the writing, as I dislike expressing myself through words, and I (Sizzy) shall provide pictures of our lives, together and separately.
I shall try to keep faces out of pictures, but clearly this is going to be hard, and I shall also try to give credit where credit is due.
Currently obsessing on Marina and the Diamonds, nude colours (like everyone else it seems), correct spelling and grammar (a lifelong love affair) and lingerie, on the outside on the inside, I don't care. Have seen the most amazing lace corset bralet in tophop,
Ah also, above is 'The Legend'. A sandwich created with the help of Stoney, fried bread (all bread should most definitely be fried), fried egg, sausages, spring onion, and ballymaloe relish. Lots of relish.

Lady GaGa

2010-03-27T15:55:00.000Z

You couldn't expect me to start with anything else, could you?!

Ok, so anyone who knows me will know that I have a mild obsession with Miss Stefani Germanotta aka Lady Gaga. I have downloaded her every song, I play and sing every single one of her tracks on the piano. I am in the process of learning her dance moves. If I had her body I would dress like her. When my iPod is on shuffle, every second song is a Gaga one. My Facebook statuses are about 70% purely Gaga lyrics. I quote her in daily life ("if it's not rough it isn't fun"), My alter ego, the 'Kizzy Monster', is inspired by her.

Last night one of my male friends told me that Lady Gaga reminds him of me. I think that was the single most amazing compliment that I have ever recieved (Though I'm not sure that he meant it as a compliment).

I will now attempt to explain my reasons as to why this amazing female forms such a fundamental part of my life.

She writes catchy songs which also have depth.
Generally, I class modern songs into two categories: Pop or Deep. Pop songs are those songs that get into your head for the day. They get you off your feet; you can't help but dance when you hear them. They make you smile. Deep songs on the other hand are the ones with lyrics that make you think. Or incredibly complex chord progressions that sound amazing, but just aren't as 'hookish' (Is that a word? Probably not...) as pop songs. Lady Gaga manages to fuse these two aspects together.

Take 'Bad Romance' for example. It is 100% agreed that this song is unforgettable. Even a friend of mine who doesn't listen to the radio and doesn't remember ever hearing the song found himself humming the tune of this melody to himself a few weeks ago. Upon first glance, the lyrics may seem like generic pop lines. You know, "I want you love; The touch of your hand; You know that I want you, and you know that I need you". However, upon further inspection, profound undertones may be found. This song is about overcoming the fear of love. Gaga knows that generally, finding love also means finding pain/jealousy/anger etc. This song is about knowing about the negatives of being in love, but making the decision to jump in anyway. By allowing her to be written into a 'bad romance' she is allowing herself to be vulnerable, a feat which I feel is gallant.

She isn't afraid of being different.
She teaches people to think for themselves. She is pro-freedom. At the Monster Ball everyone can be themselves. It is a place where we can go and be free and lock the doors to keep the freaks outside. After seeing her live at the end of February I felt like a different person. She was inspirational, almost superhuman in that she gave every single person in that concert hall a confidance boost and the energy to be who they are, and not who people expect them to be or want them to be. Often people say that Gaga is quite 'scary'. I believe that this is a weakness on their part. The only way someone could be intimidated by a woman who's only ambition in life is to entertain and enlighten is that they are lacking in self esteem. Gaga breaks out of the norm and people find this frightening because the unusual can be unnerving for those without fortitude. Gaga is a liberater, and those who perturbed by her are the ones who are holding us captive.

Break the chains. Gaga for life.

Truth, Beauty, Freedom, Love,
Kizzy xx

And so it begins...

2010-03-27T15:11:00.000Z

Welcome to the most amazing blog you will ever read. This is the place where we shall be worshipping our (and most girls') five favorite things in life: Music, Men, Food, Flowers and Fashion.

Music.
Everyone loves it. There is music for every mood and music can not only accentuate a mood but also change a mood. When words fail: Music speaks. Everyday is a musical and life is my stage.

Men.
We hate them yet we love them. They are the most disgusting and frustrating creatures on the Earth and yet they are the most beautiful and time-worthy creatures on the Earth. They make us cry, but they also make us laugh uncontrollably.

Food.
Quod me nutri me destrui. Sometimes there is nothing better than eating. Sara shall be documenting her '30 Days of Epic Meals' here. As soon as Lent is over Katie shall be returning to her fast food loving ways.

Flowers.
Not the type that men give us on Valentine's day (Gimme steak and a blowjob instead anytime) - No, real flowers. As in Echium decaisnei. Or Nicotiana acuminata. Proper flowers with medicinal properties and flowers that are economically important. Botany (Or 'herbology' as we like to refer to it as) is blooming amazing.

Fashion.
I'm gonna say it now, I'm not much of an expert on fashion. Sara does fashion, Katie does sex appeal. I've no idea what is on the catwalks right now and the only time I've ever read a Vogue article was the one about poo that Sara made me read (In which she had underlined all the 'important' parts). I do love clothes though. There is no better feeling than putting on an outfit and feeling amazing and loving what you see in the mirror.

And so be it. Sizzy and Kizzy shall be the fellowship of the blog. Look forward to immense wit and insight from us both!

Truth, Beauty, Freedom, Love,
Kizzy xx