Auckland Unitary Plan video competition

This is one of the video entries to the Auckland Unitary Plan video competition.
The competition was to create a video showing how you picture the future in Auckland.
We think this entry should win.
So, please watch it and if you think it should win too, go and 'like' it onYoutube!
You have til the 31st of May to do this.
Enjoy!

Also check out the other entries on the Auckland Council Youtube channel.

:D

Youtube this!***

 

*** Minus the 'Ever seen this guy?' bit :P

Be prepared to die of amazement!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!



Tribute to Devin Velez

Just watched Devin Velez get ELIMINATED from American Idol!!!!! *Tear*
(Didn't you hear the crowd shouting, "SAVE! SAVE! SAVE! SAVE!"?)

This man is pure talent with class AND swag! I loved every single one of his performances... OMG and when he sings in Spanish!!! Just beautiful, undeniably amazing. Seriously, listen!

 

 

Devin, I know and you know that you will go so far with that amazing voice of yours! I will definitely be buying that album of yours, us Devineers have got your back :D   Also, do NOT go back to Starbucks! But after reading your interview with Billboard, just know that if it were up to me, that prom king crown is YOURS!!! 

 

"I kept hearing “goodbye.” I'm like, “Guys, stop saying goodbye.  It's BRB. It's BRB. I'm coming right back.” - Devin, Billboard interview

The best HP vid EVER!!!!!!!!

Hey guys!

I just wanted to show you a Harry Potter video that I've been obsessed with for a while. If your a Harry Potter fan this is definitely something you should watch!

With love,
RosyGlasses xx

'High' by Ianetta

Hello people! We're so sorry we haven't posted in a while. We hope to get some tutorials on random stuff up here soon, so look out for those!
In the meantime, check out this absolutely positively AMAZING original song I found by a girl named Ianetta. Reblog if you love it!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vwSjcwTIpS8

Hair highlights

I recently wanted to get some highlights in my almost-black-but-still-brown hair.
Long story short, the highlights aren't as light and obvious as I thought they would be :(
Oh well, just gonna wait 8 weeks and I'll be able to highlight with a lighter colour! Yay!

So in case you had the sudden urge to colour parts of your hair like yours truly, here are some tips so your experience can turn out perfectly! :D

1. GO TO THE HAIRDRESSER!
I honestly think the hairdresser is your best option if you want more professional looking highlights. And hopefully they'll know what colour would suit you best.

But, if you're a bit like me and you're on a tight budget, here's more tips that, if executed properly, could give you equally amazing highlights that cost less money and may take less time.

2. Purchase a hair highlighting kit.
These handy kits usually contain a highlighting cap (like a shower cap with holes in it), a hook thing to pull the hair through, the colouring and the necessary chemicals for your hair, and of course, the instructions. Follow the instructions properly. Also, don't just say, "Oh, I'll buy a shower cap and poke some holes in it" because unless you have some super hairdressing talent, the holes won't be in the right place and your end product will look messy and uneven.

3. Choose your colour carefully.
If you're gonna go for a bold, bright, rainbow colour, go for it. But don't go picking something that'll make you look like an alien. On the other hand, if you're wanting the natural highlights look, remember this: If you're deciding between two shades, choose the lighter one. All I know is that's what it said on the packet of the colouring stuff. But they probably mean the lighter one will show up more... so CHOOSE THE LIGHTER SHADE!

4. Smile!!! :D
If the highlights don't work out, don't hide yourself away from the world. Wear your hair with confidence and no one will even be able to tell!

My meme

Can anyone relate, or is it just me?

 

Necklace photogrgaphy

I don't think any explanation is needed except that they are pretty snazzy photos :)

These first few were taken at the beach...




Rangitoto and the Eiffel tower

Pretty shells!

Sinking into the sand


Now these one's were taken at my house...




Chillin on the flowers

I made this necklace at technology :D

I love owls!

Eiffel tower again

Hobo necklaces

We found a new home! ;)

I believe I can flyyyyy!

Cuh-click

Back from the beach ;)

Titanium cover

I found this really awesome cover of Titanium by David Guetta feat. Sia.
Check it out!

Tips on doing a paper run

Are you starting the job of doing a paper run soon, and you want some tips from someone who can safely say they're not an expert but has done the job before?

Well guess what? I can help you there!
I just got back from doing my first paper run and here are a few tips that might just make your paper run a little easier to handle.

1. Bring a drink bottle!
     I made the sad mistake of not bringing a drink and by the end of my round I was feeling pret-ty woozy. If your run isn't that long you would probably make it, but I would still say it's a great idea to bring some water especially if you're out in the sun.

2. Dress for the weather
     A paper run is not a fashion show so don't fret about looking 'cool' or whatever. If you need a hat, wear a hat. If you need a raincoat, wear a raincoat. Better to be safe than sorry.

3. You don't have to go it alone
     If you're route has a lot of houses or is on a difficult terrain, don't hesitate to ask your parents or a friend or someone you trust for help. They don't have to go through the whole run with you, but it is best to have someone to keep an eye on you. You don't have to give them a share of your pay if you don't want to ;)

4. Fold your papers beforehand
     Folding your newspapers along the way might be easier for you, but I personally find it faster and easier if I fold up my papers before I deliver them. That takes away the time you spend trying to fold up the paper before you put it in the mailbox, and the short battle of wind/weather vs. newspaper. I also found it lighter if I folded them up... not sure why.

5. Know your route (and be aware of mailboxes)
     I would say it's a good idea to walk around your assigned paper route before the day that you have to deliver the papers, so you become familiar with  the area. Also, take note of where all the mail boxes are!!!  Unless you live on one of those streets where all the houses look the same, remember that mailboxes can be on either side of the gate, hidden behind a bush, inside the fence... and many other places. Take care to deliver to all the mailboxes you're assigned to.

Hope this helps!!!
If you have anything specific to do with paper runs that you want advice on, you can always comment or email me and I will try to reply as fast as I can!