Fan-Girl-ing - Doctor Who 50th Anniversary

Hi!!!

I am a Whovian. OK? I may not be as dedicated to the cause as some people but I basically just bloomin love Doctor Who. And, in case you didn't know, today is

 

THE DAY OF THE DOCTOR!!!

I am very, very excited for this. I do have a soft spot for the Doctor, but I think everyone does really. I cannot believe that Doctor Who has been going for 50 whole years. Yep, 50th Anniversary happening here, guys.

 

I can't wait to see all the Doctors and Companions back together - especially looking forward to David Tennant - best Doctor ever! - and Billie Piper - best Companion ever! - during this episode. I'm also looking forward to all the monsters returning to my screen.  

 

I'm out and about tonight so I'm taping it - thank goodness for Sky+ - so I'll have to watch it when I get back from my super busy Sunday. I'm still excited - in case you didn't pick up on that from what I've said before.

 

Have a great day (of the doctor!) hehe...

 

GingerSnaps xxx

 



Celebrate Good Times! - Happy Birthday to You... - Happy Birthday Mom

Hi!!!

Today is my Mom's Birthday. You probably don't care, but I do and she does, so, well, shut up.

This is just a quick post, because as I said, I don't think anyone else will find this very interesting.

 I just wanted to wish my lovely mother a very, very happy birthday. She really is wonderful and I don't know what I'd do without her. I do love her very much.

 

Happy Birthday Mommy, I love you very, very much. Thank you for everything you do. I hope this day is as wonderful as you deserve it to be. You always have a solution for every problem and despite having to make you countless cups of tea, it's the least I can do to say thank you. Love you muchly. x

Thank you for reading this post. I just felt like I should be a good little human and do a post.

 

Have a lovely day (especially you, Mommy...),

 

GingerSnaps xxx

 

I've Been Thinking... - Busy, Busy, Busy.

Hi!!!

It's really hit me today how busy I actually am.
 My all my weekdays are like everybody's booked up until tea time and fairly mundane. My weekends are typically quite relaxed, but from now until Christmas Day I am all booked up. I know that I am very, insanely lucky to be doing so many things; going to the theatre, going to see a ballet, going on a day out with Elf Girl (HERE), decorating the house, multiple trips up and down the country, Pantomimes with family and with all my muckers, countless blog posts about all these things, Christmas shopping, wrapping presents, writing cards, festive baking as well as getting any work I have to bring home done.

 

And breathe.

I can't quite process any of this. I don't want to sound at all ungrateful or spoilt, but the thing about it is, I feel a bit overwhelmed. When am I going to get chance to Christmas shop for everyone? When can I get bits and pieces done around the house? When am I going to blog? When am I going to breathe?

 

I know, I know, it sounds stupid. I know that of course it will all be insanely fun and crazy and it'll all be brilliant. and I'll look back when everything calms down and I'll think, "I'm so glad I did all those amazing things, it was so much fun", and I'll miss having exciting weekends when it all slows down.

But right now, I'm just a bit stressed about being able to get things done. And I know, that of course I will get those things done.
 I don't know. Once I get used to it, I'll be fine. But, yeah.

That's it for today then. It might have sounded bratty, I know it probably did, but this blog is an extension of my mind and if I need to clear my head I will, and you can take it or leave it.

Have a very lovely day!

GingerSnaps xxx

Say Cheese!!! - Photography - Yellow Skirts at Christmas in London

Hi!!!

As far as I'm concerned, Christmas is underway. I've done my big Christmas clean-up/blitz, I've bought all my wrapping paper, ribbons, cards and one or two presents and tried a festive Costa.

Time to start sharing my festiveness!!!

 

 Last year, on December 1st, I went into my beloved London for some shopping and a little tour of the lights. I took this picture back then - can you guess where? - and I still love it.

 

I'm just drawn to that beautiful blonde in the yellow skirt in this picture. Aren't you? Let me know...

Standing out from the crowd is always a good thing; don't be a plankton, OK?

 

Have a fun day!

GingerSnaps xxx

 

I've Been Thinking... - Well Done, M&S.

Hi!!!

I'm sorry, but THIS Marks and Spencer Christmas Advert is the best-est thing ever.

Does anything get any better than Rosie Huntington-Whitley, David Gandy, and Helena Bonham Carter, the most adorable little dog, an assortment of beautiful clothes, rather nice knickers designed by Miss H-W herself, and of course the selection of stunning fairy tale themes? No, I think not. It makes me feel very festive, but it is so well made and I really appreciate being able to see something like that. Just lovely.

 

I just adore this advert. Plus, compared to last years slack effort on M&S's part, I am chuffed to bits. 

 

Have a day filled with magic and sparkle!

GingerSnaps xxx. 

Let's Make a Change - Charity Telethons - Children in Need

Hi!!!

Where is the year going, eh? Children in Need night already? Anywho, I thought I'd chuck my two pence into the (charity) bucket, and make a contribution... You have no idea how proud I am of that sentence... I need a life.

In case you live under a massive rock, or are not from the UK, and aren't aware of the concept, I'll give you a bit o background.

Children in Need is a charity telethon on the BBC every November. The CiN mascot is Pudsey Bear, who is just adorable. CiN supports different projects and people up and down (and to the side, if you're in Northern Ireland - side note of irrelevance; I love that place, must go back soon), the UK. Children in Need has been a part of our November's since 1980, I believe. If you want to know more then you can find out (HERE).

 

For me, having a bit of a pamper, ordering a pizza or a Chinese takeaway and plonking my rear end on the sofa for the whole evening - until I start dozing off - is a tradition. This year I may not stay up as late because tomorrow, I'm off out (more on that soon), but I will still enjoy it.

Also Children in Need Rocks was great last night my highlight being; Keane and the Madness/Rizzle Kicks collaboration.

There is always someone who needs help. There is always someone who needs support. Despite how much we enjoy the entertainment the telethon provides, we mustn't forget to contribute to the cause.

So enjoy the night but don't forget to help those who need it. You'd want the same for yourself and those you care about.

Have a great night!

GingerSnaps xxx

Lest We Forget - Armistice Day

Hi!!!

How are we all?  I did a post yesterday about Remembrance, which you can find (HERE). But today is also special, and so deserves a separate post.

On the 11th of November, 1918 at 11 O'clock, the First World War, came to an end. The world hadn't seen a war as terrible as this before, and so many, many men died.

 

At eleven O'clock today, the whole of the UK (I hope) will participate in a 2 minute silence, in order to show respect and remembrance for everyone who gave their lives in every war, who have fought in wars and who are out there fighting now.

I hope you'll take part in the silence, and take a little time to remember and consider. Believe me, 2 minutes of your time is the least you can do for the people out there who fight for us.

GingerSnaps xxx