Is Dance a real degree ??...Yes!

Hello Lovlies!

So incase you didn't already know i am currently studying Dance at University and am in my second year and i am very fortunate that i really do love my course but of course there are those times were i want to throw my laptop across the room but someone manage to pull through. 

Being a dancer/dance student comes with a lot of controversy with some people as well as other university students and we are met with a lot of questions that do sometimes leave us a bit baffled or annoyed. This isn't a rant post at all i just thought i would let you know some of the questions that i have been asked in the past and what i would like to say to some people as i usually just tend to laugh it off to avoid a massive debate as i can get very protective over my art!Me and my fellow course members are always chatting about this so here we go... 

Do you just dance around in a studio all day??

Some people may find it surprising but the answer to this is no! yes of course we do have dance classes but a lot of our time is spent outside of the dance studio especially in second year, there is actually more to a dance degree than just dancing (trust me i could just dance and get a degree)

Do you have theory work?

Yes! and a lot of it, honestly even i was surprised with the amount of theory work that comes with doing a dance degree! As well as being taught how to be professional dancers we are learning how to be teachers, how the body works, dance history and dance appreciation. Trust me when i say the theory does actually out way the practical but its something we have to do so that we can better ourselves as dancers. Yes dancers so essays too!

Is it a full time course?

Being on Dance degree is a full time course even if we are not actually in university every day, we are either in rehearsal, in the library or taking part in extra classes, being a dancer isn't just a hobby its a life choice and there are many sacrifices that come with this. I am constantly either covered in bruises or have some kind of injury or pain somewhere in my body and am often very tired especially when you try and fit in a job and socialising at the same time. 

But what can you do with a Dance degree?

There are literally so many different career paths that i could go down and since going to university my eyes have been opened to the industry and all the possibilities out there. Of course there are the obvious choices of performing, joining a company, being in music videos to teaching, opening your own dance school, choreographing, physiotherapy, backstage  work the possibilities are honestly endless. 

Is it just full of girls?

Thankfully we now live in a society where it is a lot more socially accepted for both females and males to dance, yes the majority of year is girls with one boy but there are lads in other years and they are all equally was talented.You should be able to express yourself through dance whatever gender, age, size you are.

So there you go a couple of things that dancers often get asked!

There are many more and i could go on and one so

if you want another post let me know!

Do you have any dance questions for me?

Thanks for reading 

Lots Of Love 

Holly 

Xx

'Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass,

its about learning to dance in the pain'

-Unknown 

Moose Coffee- Dale Street, Liverpool

Hello Lovlies!

So on Valentines Day weekend by lovely Boyfriend treated me to breakfast and he recommend Moose Coffee Cafe which is on Dale Street in Liverpool City Centre, now i love breakfast so of course i needed t give this place a go. 

Now i do warn you, you may want to book in advance as it is only quite small, we had to wait around 30 minutes ,which isn't too bad we just looked around the shops and was well worth the wait. They serve their breakfast menu all day until 6pm depending on the day you go which is amazing. 

The restaurant has a very american style which i loved and there was quirky art work on the wall of Moose's which contrast with the elegant/vintage feel of the restaurant. 

When i first looked at the menu i was like 'what am i going to choose', the possibilities were endless!and also the prices were very reasonable. 

I wanted to try something different so i went for the Double Dutch which was two massive (and i mean massive) pancakes filled with bacon and sausage topped with two friend eggs and served with a side of butter and maybe syrup! I am not going to lie for me it was like Man (or Women) V Food and Food defiantly won, i probably made it through a quarter of the first pancake and had one of the eggs! very tasty a strange combination but actually worked was just far too much for me. My Boyfriend loved him i believed he order a kind potato mash mixed with other breakfast bits! he loved it anyway. 

I would also really recommend their shakes but if i was to go again i would probably share as they didn't help me finish my breakfast as i was nearly full just off that, I got the Oreo one which was amazing and my Boyfriend got Cookie Dough which was equally as yummy.

I would highly recommend this restaurant and would go back again both the food and staff were lovely and cant wait to take my family and friends in the future. I believe there is also one in Manchester and Crosby if either of them are closer to you!Click here and it will take you over to their official website for more information and their full menu.

Thanks for reading 

and let me know...

What is your favourite 

breakfast meal?

Lots Of Love

Holly 

Xx

'Never work before breakfast;

if you do need to work,

eat breakfast first.'

-Josh Billing

Lush Spa Liverpool -The Comforter Treatment!

 Hello Lovlies!

For Christmas my lovely older brother treated me to a spa voucher for The Comforter Treatment at the Lush Liverpool Spa!Whilst working at Lush over Christmas i would talk to customers about our spa and talk about the amazing treatments available but i had never actually had one of them myself! So when my brother asked what i would like for Christmas i may have hinted towards a treatment at Lush! He asked which one i would like which was a hard choice but i decided to go for The Comforter as I'm a massive fan of everything sweet and chocolaty.
I also bought my mum a spa voucher for Christmas and for her i chose to buy her the Spell treatment which is a treatment that focuses mainly of the foot area. I felt as though this treatment would be perfect for my mum as she is a nurse and is constantly on her feet and Lush believe that you hold a lot of your stresses in your feet!.





So when we arrived at the Lush store we were kindly greater by the staff who then took us straight over to the till and took our vouchers, now i may seem bias but the Lush Liverpool staff to me are the mostly friendliest people you will find!.After this we were given the option to look around the store or to wait in a more quite area at the bottom of the spa stairs which was the option we took as the
store was quite busy with in being half term.
One it was time for our treatments were met by two lovely spa therapist and were taken up to the spa area upstairs.

As soon as you enter the spa it will remind you of your Grannies home with vintage knick knacks and the homely feel it has. To start the lovely Vicky sat me down and asked if i wanted a glass of water and then went on to tell me more about the treatment and more about the products that are used though out the treatment, I then just had to fill in a quick health form.

 I was then taken into my treatment room as soon as i walked into the room i felt as though i had been transported 'into a world of pure imagination'. I was left to get undressed and had a little bell to ring when i was ready. One of the highlights of the treatment for me was actually the music that was playing throughout, it was covers of well know movies from films and i defiantly want to buy the soundtrack which is available in the store or on ITunes and Spotify.
The massage itself has equally as amazing i was wrapped up night and warm with a big duvet and lay on a heated bed and had a lovely eye mask ,i am surprised i never fell asleep. The therapist would only work on one area of my body at a time and when done would tuck me back under the cover so i stayed all toasty.
The products used were absolutely gorgeous , there was a hot chocolate scrub which was taken off by hot mitten and then followed with a lovely rose type
oil.



I suffer a lot from back pain and generally muscle pain because i am studying dance and pain just kind of comes with the job so it was lovely to have those areas worked but in a way that wasn't painful but i could feel my whole body relaxing.
After the treatment was over i was able to lie in the bed until i felt ready to get up and get changed not going to lie i lay there for a bit staring up at the galaxy of lights that were above wishing i was actually in bed.
Once i was ready i made my way back out to the kitchen where i was met by the lovely Vicky who sat me down and gave me a glass of candy floss, she then poured over some soda water and reminded me 'to never take life too seriously' which was a lovely way to end the treatment. My mum really loved her treatment and we defiantly want to go back again and is a great idea to go with someone like your mum, sister, nan or even your partner or friend as Lush do offer double treatment rooms.

I would like to thank The Lush Spa Liverpool for an amazing afternoon and i would highly recommend their treatments to anyone!

Thanks for reading!
Have you had any of the treatment?
Let me know!

Lots Of Love
Holly
Xx

'Those who don't believe in magic
will never find it.'
-Roald Dahl

Little Skincare Bargain!

Hello Lovelies! 

So currently i have been looking at different affordable skincare brands and products to add to my current routine as i like to switch up my skincare once in a while. I was looking on Feel Unique last week and came across this lovely set from Yes to Cucumbers, i have seen but never tried any of the Yes to range and i really wanted to give them a try!.

This set was actually in the sale and i managed to get it for £11.88 which is amazing since it contained 3 full size products including the Soothing Hypoallergenic Facial Wipes (Pack of 30 £3.99),Calming Facial Mask (50ml £11.99) and their Daily Calming Moisturiser (50ml £11.99), so this should have cost me £27.97!So i got a real bargain!

I have just used the mask and moisturiser for the first time and really liked them but i will keep you updated on what i think of the range. Unfortunately this deal isn't available on Feel Unique anymore i did find it here for £21.99 which is still a saving, plus ASOS currently have a Yes to Carrots gift set on sale for £10.80 and on Feel Unique for £11.09 and is worth around £26.

Have you tired any of the Yes to range?

If so let me know you thoughts in the comments!

Thankyou for reading 

Lots Of Love 

Holly 

Xx

'Beauty begins the moment 

you decide to be yourself.'

-Coco Chanel 

Poorly Days Survival Kit!

Hello There! 

So for the last few days i haven't been feeling to great and have spend a lot of time in bed apparently there is something going round (When isn't there!) so i hope none of you catch it!

When I'm feeling a bit under the weather there are certain things that make me just that little bit happier and pass the time away when I'm home alone.

Pamper Time- 

When your not feeling at your best it is lovely to run a warm bath and use some of your favourite product to make you feel a bit more like yourself again. Personally as you may know i love a bit of Lush , so today i picked out Mask of Magnaminty, Its Raining Men Shower Gel and the Peeping Santa Bubble Bar. A bath is a great way to unwind and if you have a cold the steam is great for clearing the airways. I also like to do a deep skincare session as my skin and paint my nails all pretty to make me feel a little more human. 

PJ's!-

So when i get out of my bath it is always nice to but a nice fresh pair of PJ's on off the radiator and some cosy sock to feel nice and toasty, the PJ's shown are from Boux Avenue which is my favourite store from PJ's.

Grab A Book!-

Now I'm not going to lie to you i don't read a lot of books, unless I'm on holiday i never really find the time to read as i am usually doing uni work or listening to music but when i find a book i like i really enjoy reading. My boyfriend is really into reading and a while ago he leant me his copy of 'The Perks Of Being A Wallflower' by Stephen Chbosky as he thought i would like it! that was about 4-5 months ago! but this week i decided to start reading it on the train to uni and when I'm in the bath and I'm actually really enjoying it. I also have never seen the film so will defiantly have to watch once I'm finished the book.

Get Lost In A Film-

When your not feeling the greatest it is nice to get into bed or on the couch with your duvet and put on your favourite films (I would choose a Disney one myself), i love doing this and today i went for Jurassic World which is one of my favourite films along with the live action Cinderella. I also love catching up on Netflix episode and as I'm writing this i have just remembered there is a new Pretty Little Liars episode waiting for me!

Good Food-

The past few days i haven't felt like eating much but i know its important to keep up strength and to drink plenty of fluids. When I'm not feeling to great my go to foods are mash potato, grape, crackers and of course soup! Remember even if you dont feel like eating try eat something as it may make you feel worse because you body is missing out on what it needs to provide you with energy.

Laptop Time -

And finally i love just sitting on my laptop watching my favourite Youtubers, reading through blogs or of course online shopping! which is always dangerous when I'm feeling a bit sorry for myself and decide that i should treat myself.

What do you like to do when 

you feel under the weather?

Thankyou for reading! 

Lots Of Love 

Holly 

Xx

'The way i see it you should live 

everyday like its your birthday.'

-Paris Hilton

A Very Pinterest Valentines Day Gift Guide

Hello Lovlies! 

So it is coming up to the time of year again were love is in the air and cheesy teddy bears are scattered around the shops and its the one day of the year that you hopefully get to spend with someone you Love (doesn't always have to be a partner!).

This year i will be celebrating my first ever Valentines Day!! Every year it has pasted and sadly i always look at all the valentines bits in the shops and think to myself 'ahh maybe next year' as i buy myself some chocolates and flowers hehe!. 

So this year i decide to have a quick look on one of my favourite websites for some gift inspiration that is a bit more unique to what you may find on the high street and yes i am talking Pinterest!!

I absolutely love Pinterest so i thought i would put together a few of my favourite ideas that i can came across and share them with you incase you are in need of some inspiration and all these are ideas are suitable for any gender too! here we go...

Cute little jar- This one is a great one if the one you love is sentimental and if you are on a budget, just buy a jar (can get them as cheap as £1)  add a little decor and then fill it with all the things you love about the person or even memories you have shared together, so anytime they are feeling low they can pick one out and remember they are loved.

Love Coupons-These are a classic but are such a cute little idea you can make your own, print them out or shores like Paperchase or even Ebay have them for a couple pound, you could treat them to breakfast in bed, a movie night in or even a full body massage. This is a great way to treat the one you love and to spend some quality time together.

Little box of presents-I thought this one was a really great idea,you guy a couple of different presents can be affordable or something more extravagant and then attach a little note saying 'open me when you sad' or 'when you need to relax', you could get a couple lush bath bombs, some chocolate or even a piece of jewellery 'For when you need some extra sparkle' you can get really creative with this one!.

A year full of dates- Now this one is very similar to the box of presents but instead it is a year full of dates and once again this could be done in many different ways it could be done like the jar idea which is great if you dont have enough money to buy a years worth of dates just after Christmas! of you could put in different vouchers for  Odeon, Nandos, a experience ,a trip away  again you can tailor it to whatever you both love to do together.

Favourite Things!- I really Love this idea , basically fill a brown paper lunch bag with a couple bits that are your partners favourite things it could be there favourite sweeties or a book, just think about what they love , pop them in the bag , tie it with string and don't forget to write the classic lyrics as shown in the picture!

Cuddle Kit- I made my boyfriend something very similar to this for his birthday, this one is perfect if you are planning on having a romantic or chilled night in. Grab a basket and then fill it with bits to make the night extra special, it could include some chocolate, wine, candles or you could always make it a bit more intimate ;) whatever mood you are going with this idea is something you both can enjoy.

You'r My Sweetness- Now I'm going to cover the bottom row of ideas as these all fall under the category of sweet treats! Now being a girl with a big sweet tooth i really love these ideas especially the making little jokes that matches the treat the gummy bears and the donuts as seen in the images! try think of their favourite sweet and make your own pun for extra for Starburst 'You make my heart burst'. And of course you could always get in the kitchen put your apron on and bake up a storm with heart shaped cookies or pink cute cakes!. If your lover is like me they will adore these ideas and they may even share them with you!.

So i hope you found some inspiration for the 14th February!If you need some more ideas please check out my Pinterest board here!

Do you have any special plans for the day?

Let me know! 

Thanks for reading 

Lots Of Love 

Holly 

Xx

'Love is a smoke made with

the fume of sighs'

-William Shakespeare 

My Disney Journey- The Group Interview

Hello Lovlies! 

So this is the second post about my Disney interview experience, incase you haven't seen my last post about the online application i shall link it here, today I'm going to be talking through the first lot of face to face interviews. Once your online application has been accepted you will get an email from Yummy Jobs inviting you to the group interview! For UK participants we had to go to Yummy Jobs headquarters which is in Epping,Essex, very kindly my dad and brother drove me down there and back in the same day but i know some people who stayed in a hotel nearby. 

Before your interview you will receive a list of documents that you need to bring with you, you will also be told to dress smartly, i wore a blouse, skirt ,tights and just some ballet slippers i would say go smart but don't go too over the top you want to feel comfortable. 

When we arrived at Yummy Jobs we were all greeted and give a name sticker with a Disney Character (of course) and a time you need to go back for your group interview. Then we all sat down of the presentation and a little quiz (don't worry only a few questions for some sweets), and then the interviewers wen to tell us more about the programme and their own experiences. All of the interviewers were so lovely and down to earth and really made you feel welcome and relaxed, just a warning if you are a cryer i would recommend bringing some tissues and some of the videos they show you really hit a nerve and can get emotional. 

Once you finally go in for your interview it is very relaxed and usually starts off with a bit of an ice breaker for example tell us a interesting fact about yourself, whats your favourite colour etc. Then they went on to discuss why we wanted to do the programme, how it will benefit us in our chosen careers and often you are given a situation for example if a child wanted a toy that we didn't have in stock, its import that you listen and interact with everyone in the group. I think one my favourite questions was if you were to be any Disney Character who would you be and why? Now you should really think about this especially your reasonings behind it, i heard some really great responses in my group. I said i would be a cross between Alice In WorldLand because i love new adventures and Mitchie from Camp Rock as i can be shy at first but once i am doing something i love like performing i really come into my own. And then the group is asked if they have any questions and then you are free to leave (after getting a picture next to their amazing Disney wall).

Below i have listed a few tips for the group interview which may make you feel more prepared.

Top Tips for the group interview

-Before you go speak to others with your interview date and try and meet up with them maybe half a hour or more before you interview time. There is a Starbucks literally across the road from Yummy Jobs, it is a great way to get to know people and relax a little knowing everyone is feeling the same as you.

-Always smile, say good morning/afternoon it is crucial to make a good first impression.

-Dont stress too much about the interview trust me it is not as stressfully as you would like the interviews are really lovely and have been in the exact same spot you have. 

-Be yourself, try not to rehearse your answers otherwise you may seem like a robot just relax and if you truly want it then you will know what to say.

-Try not to get lost in the group conversation, you want to be polite and let others talk but don't just sit there, make sure you are interacting with others in the group.

-Maybe before you can try and think of an interesting fact about yourself it could be something funny or something you are proud of and want the interviewer to know it ;) e.g charity work.

-Remember to look presentable, that doesn't mean wearing something uncomfortable as you won't feel comfortable, just wearing some smart but also something that you feel confident in.

-If your a cryer maybe bring tissues as the presentation nearly had me going! 

-Have a couple of questions in your head that you would like to ask at the end of the interview, it shows your interested just make sure you listen properly incase they have already answered the question, for example i asked more about the charity work you can do other there as they briefly mention in the presentation which showed in listened.

-Remember to Thank your interviewer and maybe shake their hand a last impression is just as important as the first one.

-Most of all just relax, get to know people as you could potentially be working or even living with them in Orlando! Just be yourself and enjoy this great opportunity

I really hope this helped anyone who is thinking about the programme and who gets through to this stage of the process! 

Thanks for reading, please leave a comment below with any questions or posts you would like to see in the future.

Lots Of Love 

Holly 

Xx

'"You can design and create, and build

 the most wonderful place in the world. 

But it takes people to make the dream a reality."

-Walt Disney