Monday 29 September 2014

Entry for Emily's Writing and Photography Contest


Whispers are everywhere, of things we've lost, things we've gained and things we will never have.
Everywhere this whisper calls, begging us to listen and feel abandoned.
It tries to pulls us under, make us long and dream of more, but it's going to fail!
 
Our god stands by, waiting for such moments, ready and guarding us, not letting us loose faith.
He gives us new, happier things, things that make up for what we've lost.
With him we need nothing, these whispers are just a joke, something to laugh over.

-Kat

Sunday 28 September 2014

How to Make GIFs-Tutorial

Yesterday I found out how to make GIFs. So today I thought I would share how to do it!

First, go HERE:)



Upload the images you want.


Change the settings to suit you!


Click generate and your done:)


You can also make a video one, I might do a tutorial on that soon!

-Kat

Saturday 27 September 2014

Entry for Morning's Writing Contest

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I wish I could meet you.
We would laugh together.
I would show you everything.
We could sing badly together.
You would teach me everything.
How I wish we could meet.
We would hit it off at once.
We would be best of friends!
 
Hope you loved that. It's for Morning's writing contest. If you want to go enter, just visit her blog!
 
-Kat

Friday 26 September 2014

Party! Party! PARTY!!!

The Ups and Downs of My Not-So-Average Life

Morning is holding a blog party at the moment! I'm so glad to be able to join in.

Rules:

+ Post about the blog party on your blog with the button image above included.
+ Answer these ten questions:
1. What do you love about the fall season?
I love how everything gets colder, snuggling up, the smell of everything, can I just say, everything?
 
2. If you walked in a mall and saw a guacamole chip hat, would you wear one or eat it?
OK, I must say I would probably do both. Eat it while wearing it:) (Gru, much?)
 
3. What is one of the most frustrating or aggravating things in the blogging world?
When people comment on your blog just to ask to follow them and comment on their blog and don't say anything, they don't even comment again. I don't mind people leaving their links, but when they say nothing else, urgh! This is worse when the people don't even write on their blogs.
 
4. Would you rather build a snowman or sing in the rain? (See what I did there?)
Hahaha, build a snowman. It doesn't snow in Australia and where I live it always seems to be raining. I have sung in the rain so many times:)
 
5. If you had to chose how you were a part of a theater or movie production, would you be: an actor, props designer, set designer, light/technical director, audio coordinator, costume director, music director, dance coordinator, stage manager, or a part of the audience?
Costume director!
 
6. List your blogging inspirations (blogs and people).
Mum
Morning
Eve
Imogen
Bethan
Yasmine
 
7. Do you think you could commit yourself to a Halloween costume made of lint, or a Halloween costume made of bubble wrap?
I reckon I could, I'm really stubborn. I would love one made of bubble wrap in fact. I love bubble wrap!
 
8. Do you tend to photo bomb people's photos, or divert from them?
Neither. I'm not really a photogenic person.
 
9. What is one word you constantly have to keep looking up the definition to?
Funnily, it's divert. I just had to relook it up, stupid me!
 
10. If you wrote an autobiography about yourself, what would you call it (if you couldn't place your name in the title) and why?
The Story of the Girl Who Wanted to Write (hope that's good enough. I was on the spot!)
 
Why don't you pop on over to Morning's blog and join in the fun!
 
-Kat

Thursday 25 September 2014

Liebster Award (How Many Times Have I Done This?)

Today I'm doing a award that Grace from God's Grace nominated me for. It's the Liebster Award.
 
So here I go (for what think is the third time:)).

 
 
Here are the rules:
Thank and link back to the person who nominated you,  
list 11 facts about yourself, 
answer the 11 questions asked by the blogger how nominated you, 
nominate bloggers who have fewer than 200 followers (you can't nominate the blogger who nominated you) 
ask the people you nominated 11 questions, 
let them now you nomination, and have fun!
 
Eleven facts about me:
 
1. My family thought about moving to the UK a few years ago, but decided against it.
2. I broke my toe two days ago in a bike riding accident.
3. My favourite musician at the moment is Colbie Calliat.
4. I used to dream about being an astronaut (not any more).
5. I'm hopeless at social medias.
6. I have always wanted a pen pal, especially one in another country.
7. I adore Disney, doesn't everyone?
8. I buy most of my books as Ebooks.
9. I broke my glasses last week, I'm waiting for my new ones.
10. I love realistic love stories, but not soppy ones.
11. I don't have very many interesting facts about me.
 
 
Grace's Questions:
 
1. Your favourite movie?
Wow, how many have I told you guys this? It's Beauty and the Beast for those of you who might have missed it!
 
2. What is your favourite subject in school?
I'm homeschooled, but if I had to pick, English or Maths.
 
3. Iron Man, or Captain America?
I have no idea, sorry:P
 
4. Blue, or pink?
Blue, I'm not really fond of the colour pink.
 
5. What was the saddest book you ever read?
Not really sure. One of the world war books I reckon. They are all so sad though that I can't pick just one!
 
6. How many siblings do you have?
Two
 
7. When is your birthday?
16th of May
 
8. Where do you like to go for a holiday?
Hmm, hard question. I think it might be my friend's house.
 
9. Are you more of an indoors person, or an outdoors person?
Both! I like going on my computer, reading and doing things inside, but I also like running and walking and so, both!
 
10. What is your favourite hair colour?
All. Every colour is good.
 
11. Do you like romance, action, drama, or sad movies?
If these are the only choices then all of them!
 
I nominate:
 

 
My Questions:

1. What is real beauty to you?
2. How did you first learn about blogging?
3. Who is the biggest inspiration to you?
4. What's your favourite movie?
5. How would you describe yourself?
6. What want people think about you?
7. Which blogger is your best (blogging) friend?
8. Have you ever had a pen pal?
9. What is the best kind of weekend to you?
10. If you could meet any musician, who would it be? (I bet I know your answer Lizzie:))
11. What's the best thing that anyone has ever done for you?

I hope you enjoyed that. No one feel pressured to do this.

Also, please watch this video. It really shows what real love is to me!


-Kat


Sunday 21 September 2014

My Channel

A while ago I talked about starting a YouTube channel, and (FINALLY) I have done so.

It's really basic at the moment with not much around. I have uploaded my first video however and I'm very pleased with that.

I'm not very brave at the moment though. I won't be doing any talking ones or ones with me in them because I feel very awkward, but I hope that the video I have made it clear enough!!!


-Kat

Friday 19 September 2014

Feelings

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Wishing
Wanting
Longing
Dreaming

I'm super excited about a good friend of mine coming to visit, so this is just how I'm feeling.
Also, with the help of my friend, Imogen, I have created a facebook page for this blog. Please pop over and like it!

-Kat

Thursday 18 September 2014

Smiles

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My smile shines through the air.
I feel like a bird, totally free!
Everyone notices and smiles too.
Nothing is better or happier!

-Kat

Wednesday 17 September 2014

20 Things You Might Not Know About Me Blog Tag

Today I'm feeling a bit lazy, so I'm going to post a tag that Lizzie from Castle in the Air tagged me for.

The Rules:

1. Copy and paste the questions below and then answer and turn them into a blog post. Or, record a video answering these questions and upload it to your blog post.

2. At the bottom of your post, tag anywhere from 2-10 bloggers you want to see answer these questions. (I also suggest hitting up your tagged people via social media just to let them know you tagged them to do this tag challenge.)

3. Use the title: 20 Things You Might Not Know About Me Blog Tag. Once you’ve hit publish, leave a comment below with the link to your post.

4. Use the hashtag #20ThingsBlogTag when sharing on social media so we can all find your awesome posts!
Now for the questions:

Question 1: How tall are you?
Well this is rather embarrassing, but I have no idea! I'm not tall though.
Question 2: Do you have a hidden talent? If so, what?
Um, maybe music. I also like photography!
Question 3: What’s your biggest blog-related pet peeve?
Please don't take offence, but blogs have custom cursors.
Question 4: What’s your biggest non-blog related pet peeve?
When someone constantly talks over you.
 Question 5: What’s your favourite song?
At the moment:


Will probably change when I find another one with such a good message.
 Question 6: What’s your favourite Etsy shop that isn’t yours?
Made Upon a Time by Charlie (a fellow blogger)
 Question 7: What’s your favourite way to spend your free time when you’re alone?
Writing, mainly flash fiction!
 Question 8: What’s your favourite junk food?

I don't really like junk food so I don't have a favourite.
 Question 9: Do you have a pet or pets? If so, what kind and what are their names?
None at the moment. I have had quite a few before though.
 Question 10: What are your number one favourite nonfiction and fiction books?
These change so often, but at the moment, The Cure of Ars and Love Comes Softly I have just finished reading it and it was so amazing. Thanks Imogen for recommending it!
 Question 11: What’s your favourite beauty product?
I don't have one. I don't wear any makeup at all.
 Question 12: When were you last embarrassed? What happened?
I went to some friend's house and we took some ridiculous photos of ourselves, then my friend showed them to some other people.
 Question 13: If you could only drink one beverage (besides water) for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Tea!
 Question 14: What’s your favourite movie?
Beauty and the Beast, no question. I'm hunting for the broadway version. It has song amazing songs.
 Question 15: What were you in high school: prom queen, nerd, cheerleader, jock, valedictorian, band geek, loner, artist, prep?
I never went to school, but if I did I would be either nerd of loner, most likely both, I'm a bit shy.
 Question 16: If you could live anywhere in the world, where would you live?
In the bush. I lived there for about a year and it was lovely. Not outback Australia, just a small village somewhere. Somewhere quiet at any rate! Also somewhere where I don't have to see many people.
 Question 17: PC or Mac?
PC, I've never used anything else, but I would like to try Mac.
 Question 18: Last romantic gesture from a crush, date, boy/girlfriend, spouse?
I have neither!
 Question 19: Favourite celebrity?
I don't really have one. I like a lot, but I don't have a favourite.
 Question 20: What blogger do you secretly want be best friends with?
Why do I tell people this when they might read it? OK, Morning!

I tag:
Morning
Eve
Yasmine
Cathy
Imogen
June
Everyone!

I hope you enjoyed this. I sure enjoyed answering them all. Don't feel pressured to do this.

-Kat

Tuesday 16 September 2014

I Want to Know the Real You

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Be yourself, that's who I wanted to know.
If I wanted to talk to that popular girl,
Then I wouldn't be standing here with you.
 
Why hide who you really are?
The person inside is who we love!
We want the real you, the inside you.
 
What's the point of dressing up?
Why not just wear your own style?
Why is that trend the best?
 
Be yourself, be free and happy.
Be the trend setter and make difference.
Be the one who lives life fully!

Today I watched Colbie Caillat's song-Try. You have to watch it. Even if you're not a fan of that stuff, please give it a go. It has a great message, one that not many people get. This message needs to be shared.


-Kat

Monday 15 September 2014

Tech

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When did we start relying on tech so much?
I remember a time when I didn't have any!
But all that's changed now, so changed.
No one spends a day without tech if possible.
 
What happened? I can't remember!
Why did I never notice what was happening?
Is this such a bad, terrible thing?
Should we make a bigger effort get off the tech?
 
The human race has gotten spoiled.
We can't live without this stuff.
But it's not all bad, but take a break.
You can forget the real world!

I have been thinking about this for a while. It seems like something that has up and downs! Really needed to share it:)

-Kat

Sunday 14 September 2014

Writing

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Music plays through my headphones.
I'm not listening to it, I'm busy.
The key's of my keyboard are tapping.
My mind is racing ahead of my fingers.
The story grows, it has a mind of it's own.
My music has stopped, I don't notice.
I'm nearly there, I have almost finished.
My typing slows down, I look up.
I'm back in the real world.
I have finished my writing!

This is my fiftieth post which to me is amazing! I can't believe I have reached it. I haven't even been blogging that long. Thank you to everyone who has supported me and helped me reach this HUGE number of posts.

-Kat

Saturday 13 September 2014

Deep Down

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I stare into space.
Why am I like this?
I never used to be.
Why can't I think?
I used to concentrate.
Why don't I now?
I always was happy.
Why can't I feel anything?
Inside I know, deep down.
It's because I met you.
 
-Kat

Friday 12 September 2014

Wounded

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I am badly wounded,
There's a hole in my heart,
Everyday I soldier on,
Not knowing the future,
I don't know how to live,
How to laugh and be happy,
My head pounds hard,
I can't think anymore,
Nothing makes sense anymore,
When will it all end?


-Kat

Thursday 11 September 2014

The Tribute To Writers Award

I know I said I wasn't doing anymore awards and tags, but this award was just too good to pass up! I feel really honoured at having been nominated for this.

Thanks so much Jollygirl for nominating me for the Tribute To Writers award. I'm so excited to get started!

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Rules:
1. Answer All Questions
2. Put the picture in your post (has to be linked back to Jollygirl)
3. Tell what you love about writing (if you like writing. if you don't, then you don't have to do this award)
4. Share one piece of writing.
4. Nominate 3 other writers/ bloggers. (no tag backs) and make up 5 new questions for them to answer.
5. Have fun!
 
Questions:
 
1. What is your favorite type of writing?
Novels and the sort of paragraphy things I do. I'm not sure what they are. If someone can tell me what type of writing I write, I would be ever so obliged. It's just I don't know if it's poetry or ...I don't know!
 
2. When did you start writing? 
When I was about six. My mum used to get me to write short stories to help me learn to spell. Ever since I have been hooked! Mum never thought I would take to it so.
 
3. Your favorite author?
It changes a lot, but at the moment it's Eoin Colfer, author of Artemis Fowl and Airman
 
4. Have you ever finished a novel?
Not properly. I got one through two edits though.
 
5. On a scale of one to ten what would you rate writing?
10.5 because it's better than anything else to me.
 
Why I like writing:
I like writing because it's the only way I can really express myself and make a difference. I'm to shy in real life and wouldn't have the courage to stand up and say 'Hey I have something to tell you'.
 
A piece of my writing:
The baby settled in her father's arms
Peaceful, knowing she was safe.
 
The toddler giggled on her father's knee
Laughing at what he said.
 
The little girl followed her father
Trying to make him play.
 
The teen watched her father
Hoping to be more like him.
 
The adult went to her father
Glad to have his help.
 
The mother chatted to her father
Remembering when she was little.
 
The older lady cried for her father
Sad that he was gone.
 
The old lady remembered her father
She would never forget.
 
I nominate:
 
-Kat

Wednesday 10 September 2014

In Memory of the Best Friend Ever

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She was my companion from the day I got her.
Always there to beg love and make me smile.
I could depend on her to play with me.
She never tired of our games.
There never was a better friend.
I miss you, Kake!

When I was tiny, we had a dog named Kake. She was my best friend. I was so sad when she died. Today is her birthday, I had to write something for her.

-Kat

Tuesday 9 September 2014

I'm Unique

I have been really bad recently, comments have gone without replies, emails haven't been read and all in all I have been hopeless. I'm really, really sorry. I have had a terrible tummy bug and I wasn't up to going on my computer. I am feeling a bit better today, so I caught up with everything and I'm writing another post.

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I'm not outrageous.
I would rather live quietly.
But that doesn't mean I'm boring.
I have fun and interests.
I do have passions and hates.
While I might not be like everyone,
I'm still unique, I'm still me.
 
Sorry this isn't very good, but I don't have anything better for today. Please bear with me.
 
 
-Kat

Monday 8 September 2014

Cheer All Year!!! Tag + Liebster Award (Yet Again)

Hi! So sorry if I haven't been replying to comments very well, but with my messed up emails it's been hard to know when they have been posted.

Also I keep loosing Internet, so plenty of problems this way, but anyway, onto the post...

First up is the Cheer All Year!!! tag by Oakstar. Thanks so much for tagging me!

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Rules:

1. Answer all the questions with detailed, thoughtful answers
2. Take your time. It's a long tag, so don't feel pressured to finish it right a way.
3. Always put three exclamation marks after Cheer all Year
4. No tag-backs
5. Link back to the blogger who nominated you
6. Nominate two other bloggers, let them know, and read and comment on their post
7. HAVE FUN!!!
 
Questions:
 
Part one: Cheering you up!!!
1. What makes you cheery when you feel down?
My family, a good book, some hot chocolate, praying
 
2. What do others do to cheer you up?
Mainly make me hot chocolate and let me have some time to myself.
 
3. Who cheers you up the most?
My brother, Leo. He's really fun, probably my best friend:)
 
4. What colours make you feel cheery?
Pink, I'm not a huge fan of this colour, but I still think its cheery. Also orange, yellow, and other bright colours like that.
 
5. What activities do you do to cheer up?
Read, write, read other people's blogs

 Part two: Cheering others up!!!
1. What do you do to cheer others up?
It changes with who I'm cheering up. If it's the girl I babysit then a cuddle and game will cheer her up, but for my friends it's better to just listen to them.

 2. What do people like about you that makes them feel cheery?
They tell me it's my energy. They say I'm all fired up and ready to go. Always bouncing around.

 3. Do you enjoy cheering up others? What do you feel after cheering them up?
I do enjoy cheering people up. I guess I feel happier myself.

 4. What is the best way to spread Christmas cheer in your opinion?
By smiling and wishing people Happy Christmas.

 Part three: Cheery stuff!!!
Create your own verse of My Favourite Things from The Sound of Music. It does not have to rhyme, but if you want, go for it.
Hot chocolate and ponies, nice words and complements, super fun games...(Sorry I'm not good at this sort of thing)

 Name the top ten things that make YOU feel cheery.
1. Chatting
2. Exercise
3. Awesome music
4. Mass
5. Writing
6. Hot chocolate
7. Reading
8. My family
9. Fruit
10. Dancing around
 
Remember these are in no real order.
 
For this I nominate:
 

Now for the second half, the Liebster Award. I have done this so many time, but it's worth doing again! Thanks so much Lyndsey for nominating me.
 
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The rules are as follows:                   ➳ Link back to the person that nominated you.
                   ➳ Answer all questions provided.
                   ➳ Choose 11 bloggers with less than 200 followers to nominate.
                   ➳ Write 11 questions for them.
                   ➳ Let the nominees know.
My Questions:

What is your favourite book character, and why?
I can't really just pick one. I'm sorry, but I can't pick.

What fictional character do you think you relate with the most?
Leo (Heroes of Olympus), Kat (Heist Society), Jenna (Septimus Heap)

Any weird quirks?
Not that I really want to share.

Do you get excited over small things, if so what?
Trips to the beach, a great photo, dessert...list goes on

Favorite color?
Green

Do you have a favorite book? (Can list up to five)
Percy Jackson, LOTR, Heist Society, HIVE, Airman...I almost listed more!

Chocolate or vanilla? 
Normally chocolate, but for ice cream, vanilla.

What are your hobbies?
Reading, writing, photography, music

What are fifteen things about you others might not know?
1. I'm sugar-free
2. I run every morning
3. I wear glasses
4. I am homeschooled
5. I am Australian
6. My favourite musicians are the Merrell twins
7. I am the youngest
8. I learnt to read when I was six
9. I get bad spots
10. I don't have fashion sense
11. I hate shopping
12. I speak only English and a tiny bit of German
13. I play the piano
14. I am the only girl in my family
15. I am best friends with my brother
 
Ok, let's try that again, this time with some more interesting ones!
 
1. I don't like donuts
2. I have never read Harry Potter, Divergent or the Hunger Games
3. I only wear patterned shirts
4. I am afraid of the dark
5. I hate heights
6. I eat fruit twice a day
7. I am forgetful
8. I love Disney
9. I don't have a best friend
10. I love CHOCOLATE!!!
11. I'm planning on becoming vegetarian (I will talk about this soon)
12. I still sleep with my baby doll
13. I'm not crafty
14. My first pets was a fish named Nemo (he wasn't a clown fish)
15. I still bite my nails.

What is your favorite songs currently?





Do you have a Fandom?
More than one. I'm a Whovian, Directioner, Swiftie, 5SOS fan and so many others.

If you could eat only one thing for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Chocolate, duh!

What are your favorite movies or TV shows?
Doctor Who, Beauty and the Beast, Tangled, Stick It, LOTR and a few others

Do you believe everyone deserves a second chance?
I do, people make mistakes, but they learn from them!

Anyway, that's the end. I am purposed to nominate a few other people and give them some questions, but so many people have done this, so I won't.

Also, before I finished up, one thing, I want be doing anymore blog awards for a while. I appreciate it and everything, but I have done a lot and I have other things I really want to post.

-Kat

Sunday 7 September 2014

The Ups and Down of My Not-So-Average Life

Here finally is my post about Morning's blog. So sorry it took so long! It's a really amazing blog, but I have been so busy I haven't had time to write about it before.


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The first thing you notice when you visit Morning's blog is her amazing blog design! I really love it. Morning sure knows what she's doing with the codes. (She also designed my blog). Isn't it lovely?

Morning's blog was one of the blogs that made me want to start blogging. Her posts always inspired me and made me want to go start my own blog, which in the end I did.

Morning writes all kinds of posts, from stories from her life to bits of writing she has done. All of them are amazing and have her mark of awesomness on them.

Morning's been a great friend to me, so be sure to go check out her blog. It really is amazing:)

-Kat

Saturday 6 September 2014

Imogen Elvis: Gossiping with Dragons

For my Big Helper's tag, I have to write a post about each of the blogs I tag. Today I will write one about Imogen's and tomorrow I will write one about Morning's. Sorry this took me so long to do! I hope I do this right.

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Imogen's blog is mainly a writing blog. I have found heaps of really cool facts on it and it's really helping me with all my writing.

She often posts book posts also, so if you're ever in need of a book to read. Be sure to pop over there at once.

Imogen has an interesting way of writing. I have never seen a blog like hers. She suggests things and tells stories about her own experiences. I really love visiting her blog.

If you're ever in need of writing advice or want books to read, pop over to Imogen's blog!

Sorry I'm really bad at these posts!

-Kat

Friday 5 September 2014

Summer Rewind Tag

The other day Anna from Banana and Bear tagged me for the Summer Rewind Tag, thanks so much Anna! But because I live in Australia where winter is just finishing, I will do it as a Winter Rewind Tag. Make sense?

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Rules:
1. Thank the person(s) who tagged you.
2. Post five to eight things that you did over the summer or upcoming in your summer schedule. Pictures are optional.
3. Answer the ten summer/autumn (fall) questions given to you.
4. Tag 5 or more bloggers and tell them by commenting on their blog.
5. Ask ten new summer/autumn (fall) related questions.
7. The banner above must be in the post and you must credit the photo and the tag origin.
 
Things I did this Winter:
1. I knitted a beanie!
2. I learnt how to cook heaps of desserts.
3. I went to stay at my cousins
4. I got a puppy Troy (we only got him a couple of days ago, he's so cute!)
5. I read heaps of books on my TR list
6. I sang at my first concert
7. I took a piano exam and passed!
8. Started working on making a YouTube channel (coming very soon)
 
Anna's Questions:
1. Do you prefer flip-flops or sneakers in the summer?
Sneakers, I'm not really a flip-flop person
2. Favourite trip you took this summer?
Well this winter, my favourite trip was to my cousins
 
3. What memory from this summer will you treasure the most?
My favourite memory this winter would be my concert
 
4. Do you like painting your toenails a lot in the summer? ;)
Not really, I don't own much nail polish and only wear it on special occasions
 
5. Favourite book you read this summer?
This winter I really enjoyed reading Before Green Gables
 
6. What are you most looking forward to this Fall?
(Changing it to spring!) I think that would be our beach trip we're planning!
 
7. If you could re-live one day from this summer, which would it be? (Not because you wanted to change it but because you enjoyed it so much ;).
Getting Troy!
 
8. Favourite photo you took of yourself this summer?
 
9. Song you enjoyed most this summer?
 
 
10. Do you like the mountains or the beach better?
Never been to the mountains, but I sure want to go!
 
I nominate:
 
Taylor from Fearless
SW from A Free Mind
Ella from Simply Scribbles
Rachel from You and I
Emily from Lynde Avenue
 
My Questions (they're summer related):
 
1) Would you rather go somewhere or stay home?
2) What is your favourite summer activity?
3) Do you go on a holiday every summer?
4) What site have you been on the most this summer?
5) Shorts or skirts?
6) Ice creams or hot dogs?
7) What's your favourite summer dessert?
8) Do you read more or less in summer?
9) What's your favourite things about summer?
10) What words would you use to describe summer?
 
Sorry these questions are so totally lame, but I'm in a hurry and I don't know anything better at the moment, it being winter.
 
-Kat