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Land O' Cambridge

Every year The University of Cambridge hosts a Sutton Trust summer school, were college students (aged 16/17) get the opportunity to experience life/lectures at university level. This year out of the 2000ish applicants only 105 were selected to attend and I was one! I chose to go on the Psychology and Sociology course.

grey jumper - Hnm

black linen shorts - Next

gold chain necklace - Car Boot

Tuesday - The day we arrived. After a two and a half hour train journey and 20 mins walk from the station I finally arrived a The University of Cambridge. We were given our keys to our own rooms, a water-bottle, a pack of info (prospectus, timetable of the days, health and safety regulations etc) and a lanyard (id). My room was soooo cute and I had an en suite bathroom! (this is a big deal as my friend didn't, boo). After unpacking was dinner and then we played some games and participated in introductions/icebreakers. This was because most people were from all around the U.K and like me knew no one there.

Wednesday - After waking up at 6.30 (arghh!), we had breakfast and then 4 lectures on Psychology including a lunch in between. In the evening after dinner we went punting, which was lovely as Cambridge is beautiful and the punting lads were even more so!

Thursday - Same sort of day as before but this time the 4 lectures were on Sociology. Then, I was chosen to participate in a focus group were selected students from each course had to give their reviews on the University of Cambridge prospectus. Which meant I was given less time to prepare for the formal dinner and disco in the evening (even though I looked overly dressed compared to the rest of the students anyway), which also gave me zero time to grab my camera for the night/my outfit. The dining hall was decorated beautifully with candles and fine cutlery and there were name plates situated at our reserved seats (yes there was a seating chart, boo!) It was a rather posh dinner and I thoroughly enjoyed it. At the disco we all danced like crazy despite being sober and had a great time (highlight of the trip, i think so).

Friday - The last day of summer school. We attend 2 lectures (one on sociology and the other on combined psych and soc), grabbed our lunch, were given a mug and walked with our heavy bags back to the station. I was v.upset that I couldn't say farewell to most of the new friends that I had made (but I think that's why facebook was created, I guess).

University of Cambridge: mug, water-bottle, ballpoint-pen, lanyard, name plate.

I definitely love Cambridge but I'm yet to decide if to apply there next year or not. I guess I'll just have to wait till AS results day which is in 4 days...arghhhh, I'm so nervous, wish me luck guys!

My next post will be on my trip to London and then, Inception (big movie!). So stay tuned, haha!

'till next time, xoxo

date with the girls

The week after my work experience on the Monday I booked a date with my favourite girls. We took a causal stroll in our local town, checked out a couple of stores especially TopShop which has changed it's layout, I mean you have to go to the opposite side of the shop now if you are looking for footwear, oh what havoc a beautiful shop can cause. We had several Kodak moments, had lunch in a lovely Mexican restaurant called Chiquito's (full house burrito is the one) and soaked up some rain (!) in our central park .



The girls and I. BTW, i lurrrvvvveee glossy black coloured doors. I saw them every where in London and luckily I sat down to tie up my laces in front of this beautiful one and so I insisted on a photo to be taken.



This is Paige (from http://collegegirl93.wordpress.com/, so check her out) and I.

white long-sleeved tee - Zara

brown skirt - handmade/DIY

opaque tights - Primark

black military boots - unknown

black bag - Matalan

gold chain-necklace - car boot

My yummy virgin colada.

Hope your summer holidays are going great and if you live in England lets pray for some sun. After 2 weeks of being mega busy, I've found time for the family and so I've been cooking up some recipes (don't worry nothing special, just the usual sir fry) and going for several walks. Also I've also been listening way too much of Vampire Weekend, drinking massive amounts of tea and watching this amazing new show online called Pretty Little Liars.

'till next time, xoxo

Autism and Cymru

It's true. I have neglected blogging for 2 WHOLE weeks. I would love to say I have been on holiday to somewhere hot, laying on a beach, with a cocktail in hand, sourcing potential husbands. But that would be unfair to you beautiful people.

The ugly truth is that I have been v.busy with educational activities (partly) during my holidays. Mad! I know!

The week before last I had work experience at Rosehill School for Autistic children. They hold a play scheme every year where children aged 7-16, with differing levels of autism come along for some activities for 4 days. I had to shadow/help/play with a little 7 year old girl. She had minimal use of language (as in she could not speak and only make sounds/noises), loved playing with balls/balloons and loved running around. As children with autism are said to be unsocial and have no emotions, it was v.difficult to engage or communicate with her. We went to a park, a farm, did hand-painting, made a photo frame and played on bouncing castle. It was tres fun!

And in return of my 'hard work' I received this lot:

2 certificates.

One from the school itself.

The other I got today in the post with a letter to say they would be delighted if I could help out next year(yeah!), from NORSCA (the organisation in charge of the schemes).

A box of malteases (yum!).

A cheque for my transport expenses (now that is what I call generous)

A lovely card to say thank you (Awwww!)

Inside of my card:

To end the ever so tiring week the 'rents took us to Wales for the weekend. We went on a sort of pilgrimage as I am born into a Hindu family. We saw 3 temples, went to 2 'darshans', had lunch, saw some animals and enjoyed the breathtaking views. My mother does not want me to upload any photos of the temples, deities or much of the surroundings, so here's 3 photos to enjoy.

This is my mother's white cotton blouse from Next and her necklace from Matalan. I had to wear something of my mothers, as all my outfits/clothing were apparently unsuitable for this trip (ouch!).

jeggings - River Island

white boat shoes - Office (Blowfish)

bag - River Island

black cardigan - Matalan

My father, mother and I, with the beautiful greenness!

Me dropping some coins in the donation box, as you do. Oh, and another thing you should all know, my bag is always open (take note potential thieves, not that I own a lot of valuables anyway). I'm always taking stuff out and placing them back in, and I believe zips are a nuisance.

My next post will be on my trip to Cambridge, so keep checking this space!

'till next time, xoxo.

I enjoy these times

Eclipse - The Twilight Saga

I went to see Eclipse last week and I gotta say, I didn't enjoy it as much as I thought I would. I mean, I REALLY REALLY REALLY LURRRVVEEE the books (I am one of those sad losers who knows the quotes of by heart and believes the characters are real), and I even loved the first movie. But I absolutely hated New Moon. Well, I disliked New Moon the book, out of the rest of the saga so I'm not so surprised, but as for Eclipse, well it's different. The book was AMAZING but as all book-turned-movies, I was heart broken. However, those of you who haven't seen it yet, by all means GO NOW AND SEE IT. My friends all enjoyed it and want to watch it again and again. But for me it did nothing. Actually, the love scenes made me cringe and the action scenes made me laugh. I'm sooooo critical. But I'm going to watch it again and see if maybe it was because I had VERY HIGH expectations of the film. Ahhh...oh well, enjoy my photos pre-movie.

Yes ,this is my wall and yes, I am a twihard, ahaha!

Team Edward?

Team Jacob?

Can't I just have both? (sorry about the weird face expressions)

Sewing Machine

My auntie had decided to get rid of her sewing machine, however I saved the day and gave the poor baby a new home - my bedroom.

I haven't started using it yet, but I know that is what my summer will consist of. I tried using it yesterday with the mother but we nearly ended up breaking it, so I'm waiting for my aunt to pay us a visit to help us. So I'm banging up some photos of it, so if anyone has any advice on how to use it I'll be very thankful :)

Isn't it beautiful?

This is the first official week of my holidays and I've got Work Experience! It's at a school specially designed for children with autism. As it's summer vacation, they hold a playsheme and I am volunteering with the activities. Today was the training session and from tomorrow till Friday I will come home tired and exhausted due to all the running around/activities.

'till next time, xoxo

Nottingham Mela.

On Friday, last week I went to a party (see last post), on that Saturday I went to a wedding and last Sunday I went to Nottingham Mela.

Every year Nottingham has a festival in the park, where they showcase live performances by national and international South Asian artists. Bringing together creativity, tolerance and respect. The event provides a unique opportunity to experience and partake in live performances, interactive workshops and something slightly different.

And luckily for me, my sister and cousin, we got to volunteer backstage and see how the Mela takes place behind the scenes and meet the artists. So here's me and my lovely sister showing off our backstage crew passes, oh so cool.

Outfit:

Melange Green Jersey Tank - American Apparel

Grey Acid-Washed Leggings - New Look

Black Military Boots - can't remember the name of the store (closed down)

Pink Cardigan - Mother's Wardrobe

Cream Satchel - Car boot

Gold Chain Necklace - Car boot

Sunglasses - Market

My make-up is always the same, so I'm going to stop listing the products used.

The event was hosted by BBC Asian Network Super DJ's Murtz and Noreen (the woman above standing with us). They were sooo funny especially Murtz, who i didn't get a photo with but he did do an amazing interview for me which i have videoed! :)

This is us with Ash King, a greyology and bollywood singer, who recently sung for Oscar-winning A R Rahman on the soundtrack for Delhi 6 and forthcoming Aisha.

Again us, with my main man and love for life Sham D. A RnB star who has released the singles, I Know and You Make It Alright.

He's really lovely! He told me his life story, gave me his autograph and a beautiful hug.

This is the Canadian superstar Raghav. You may have heard Angel Eyes or So Confused. He's oh so fine and I'm on love. But, due his popularity and mass of fans, I did not get to score a photograph with him :(, I was v.upset! But i did get to enjoy his songs on the front line and dance like mad.

So, today I broke up officially from college for summer!! I'm sooooo excited for the holidays to start! Tomorrow my cousins are coming over to celebrate the first day of summer vacation, so that should be good. But other than that this weekend will be pretty boring. Without a job, no money and no ID, a girl cannot do much but listen to music and eat junk food.

So yeah check back soon for a post on The Twilight Saga - Eclipse that I went to see last Wednesday and the new sewing machine I got.

' till next time, xoxo

End Of Year Party.

Last weekend was jam packed and full of fun times!

As event Organiser on the Student Executive for my college, I planned a 'End of Year Party' for fellow students. It was a good night and here are some photos. Enjoy!

Face:

Foundation - Image DV8, Whipped Bronzing Mousse

Mascara - MaxFactor, Fake Lash Effect

Eyeliner - Barry M, Duo Kohl Pencil

Lipstick - No.17, Lasting Fix (honey waffle)

Outfit:

Vest Top - Primark

Skirt - Can't remember :(

Tights - Primark

Heels - Matalan

Bracelet - Carboot

Heart/Peace Hoop Earrings - New Look

The girls look beautiful! I love the sash that I have around me, I feel like a pageant winner, haha!

J'adore my friends' black skort, it has frills on it similar to dresses that women wore in the 1920s.

This girl is in London at the moment. I talk or see her at least once a day, so it's weird not hearing her loud voice and big hair.

There is more of my weekend to come, so keep checking back to my blog.

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till next time, xoxo