A Room with a View

Last week it was my other halves birthday! After a hard week of him and his team competing in the Lake District Apprentice Brathay Challenge, we decided to head away for the night to be by the sea and see somewhere new. 

 We decided on Newquay, as it's only a short drive from home (about an hour and a half if that); and is well known for its surfing culture and sea side views. Luckily, the sun was shining and it was so good to see him after his hard work earlier in the week. We also did some exploring around the surrounding areas on our drive down, it's such a beautiful place is Cornwall ;). 


 We had a lovely time! The night life was amazing, and I drunk way too many cocktails... but it was worth it. At one point, the night saw me putting my other half up for a wrestling tournament in a giant inflatable. Very amusing. 

 Our hotel had the most amazing view, I didn't want to leave it. Bay windows leading out to the amazing surf, cliffs and sea that went on forever... heaven! The bed even looked out onto the ocean, which was glittering in the sunlight.


 Enjoy the pictures.


See you next time!

Jessica

Majestic Moonlight

If you are like me and love anything to do with the beautiful sky (especially at night), you will love what is happening this month. It is all happening on the 23rd of June! 

Can we all take a moment to appreciate the moon... no matter where you are in the world we all see the same one. It glows beautifully in our sky, creating many beautiful evenings while it's light dances around us all down here on Earth. It provides us with comfort, and is with us every night no matter what we are doing. It is a beautiful thing.

 On the 23rd of June the phenomenon known as "Super Moon" will happen. 


What is a Super Moon?! I hear you chime. Well, check out this nifty explanation from the internet God, Wikipedia.

"A supermoon is the coincidence of a full moon or a new moon with the closest approach the Moon makes to the Earth on its elliptical orbit, resulting in the largest apparent size of the moon's disk as seen from Earth. The technical name is the perigee-syzygy of the Earth-Moon-Sun system. The term "supermoon" is notastronomical, but originated in modern astrology. The association of the Moon with both oceanic and crustal tides has led to claims that the supermoon phenomenon may be associated with increased risk of events such as earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. However, the evidence of such a link is widely held to be unconvincing."

 I cannot wait to see it! I will definitely be looking out for it on the 23rd. Hopefully I will be able to snap some gorgeous images. 


 It's not all peaches and cream, however. I am pretty sure you have heard the rumour that whenever there is a full moon, people go loony. This theory has been tested in my everyday life, and I have to admit, sometimes it is believeable. Putting aside how amazing it is that the moon has so much power, I hope no natural disasters happen because of this occurrence!


The Super Moon this month will be the most "super" Super Moon, so please, have a glance and let me know if you spot it. Yearly, there are 4-6 Super Moons. 

Effect on tides [edit]

The combined effect of the Sun and Moon on the Earth's oceans, the tide,^[9] is greatest when the Moon is either new or full. At lunar perigee the tidal force is somewhat stronger,^[10] resulting in perigean spring tides. But even at its most powerful this force is still relatively weak^[4] causing tidal differences of inches at most.^[11]

As the tidal force follows an inverse-cube law, that force is 18% greater than average. However, because the actual amplitude of tides varies around the world, this may not translate into a direct effect.

It has been claimed that the supermoon of March 19, 2011 was responsible for the grounding of five ships in the Solent in the UK,^[12] but such claims are not supported by scientific evidence.

Natural disasters [edit]

Certain prognosticators have moved the goalposts to within 1 or 2 weeks of a supermoon to suggest a causal relationship with specific natural disasters such as the2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami and the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami.^[13][14] However in both cases the Moon was actually farther from the Earth than average.^[4] No evidence has been found of any correlation with major earthquakes.

The Peeing Pig Game

Hello all! Hope you are all well. I am just writing this post in admiration of the peeing pig.

 What is that I wonder?! You may ask yourself.

Well, it starts on a sunny day visiting a local zoo. My other half and I decided to head to Paignton Zoo, and it was an amazing day out! Of course, being the photographic opportunist I am, I took plenty of photos of things from a rock and some awesome giraffes. Photo's of rocks are not that awesome, but I like to take as many pictures as possible. Is anyone else like this?! It's usually when I am having so much fun I want to capture that moment in an image so I can re-live the day anytime I wish simply by looking through my wonderful photo albums.

 This actually brought my attention to a pretty amazing skill I did not know me nor my other half had. Taking pictures of animals peeing. 

 At risk of sounding like some dirty old animal pervert, this was purely accidental.

Why am I telling you this?

Because, not only has it happened the once, but it has happened on numerous occasions since. Completely accidental every time. Of course, animals pee. And probably very often. But what are the chances of catching it on camera so many times?!

 Before you call the men in the white coats, I have turned this into a game which to my insane mind has turned out pretty fun!

 Of course, I am just being silly.

But don't you love a funny photo that has been taken completely off-guard? It brings much amusement to a mundane evening. Laughing at yourself can be fun. The memory lasts forever; unless of course the offender gets hold of the camera and swiftly presses delete!

The money shot! (I am aware these are not actually pigs, would someone like to inform me of what they are?  I forget their awesome name!)

Two more animals decide to pee in the river when I want photo opportunities.

 In other news, I did get to touch a snake for the first time the other week at Dartmoor Zoo! If you knew me and my phobia of snakes, you'd agree this is an achievement of sorts.

Hope to see you soon and hope you are all enjoying festival season!

Jessica 

Harry Potter Studio Tour! London, 24th April 2013

I have grown up with Harry Potter, with each book being released respective of my age and school year at the time. Harry Potter is part of my teen years, and always will be. I am amazed at how HP has blown up over the years, being close to many people and their hearts. J.K. Rowling is amazing and should be so proud of her creation. I don't think anyone can match what she has created, every detail and every story full of courage, hope, love and many inspiring messages. She has created a world that is imaginable. The ultimate escapism comes with Harry Potter, following the life of a young boy going through life and the battles that life throws at him. Yesterday was amazing and definitely a day I would like to relive and visit again and again.

 I went along to the Harry Potter Studio Tour in London on the 24th of April 2013. HP came to life, and everything was so real and "there". All the years of films, waiting for releases  loving the characters became something I could physically see. The love and art that has gone into creating the HP experience is unimaginable  and I kept telling myself how amazed I was that this all came from one lady. I was in awe for the whole tour and trying to capture the moment by taking hundreds of pictures. This is an experience I believe you have to see for your own eyes, whether you are a major fan or just love the films, you'll be amazed at how hard the whole team worked to create the ultimate mystical experience that will blow you away.

 I would love to share some photos with you which I took on the day! I am not going to say too much, because in all honesty it will not capture the true feeling.

If you ever get the chance to visit this magical place, I hope you grab it with both hands!

See you all soon,

Jessica

Harry Potter Studio Tour!

Just a quick message to say I went to the HP studio Tour in London and was blown away! Anyone else been? I shall update you on it all over the next few weeks!


 Hope everyone is well!


Jessica

Macadamia Appreciation!

 My poor hair is put through a lot, in all honesty. Not only does it see the bleach every few weeks, but it also has to battle with my never ending hair styling changes where I blow dry, straighten, curl or crimp that hair into submission. This is why it's important for me to take care of my hair once in a while and thank it for still being there after all the long term abuse it has suffered. 

 I recently discovered Macadamia hair care products. The price tag is not exactly budget, but sometimes I am a firm believer of you get what you pay for. My hair needed loving, so I was willing to splash out on their nourishing leave-in cream. This product cost £18.75 for 300ml, and is available at many outlets and hair branches around the UK. I actually think that is really good value considering cost-per-usage and the fact that it has babied my hair into soft, manageable locks. I purchased this product with my own money, which I feel is vital in getting an honest review out of something.

  After washing my tresses, I have been lovingly applying this leave in conditioner in after brushing, and doing what it says on the bottle. Simply leaving it. And it works. It's as simple as that. My hair is prone to knots, and if there have been any particular tough ones I'd just slick the cream on and the knot would come out a lot easier without stressing my poor hair too much! 

 The company has a whole range of products to suit every individual and their needs, from styling to caring. These people really know what they are talking about!

Has anyone else tried these products? What do you think? 

I am definitely a convert! 

Check out their site: https://www.macadamiahair.co.uk/product/nourishing-leave-in-cream

"The discovery of Macadamia and Argan oil as a powerful therapeutic combination was a revelation and provided the ideal foundation on which a totally new hair care concept could be based. The oils delivered on every conceivable level; hair benefited from unparalleled rejuvenation, anti-frizz control, manageability and shine. And above all else the oils, known for their health-giving properties over many centuries, actively improved the structure, strength and health of hair both inside and out! This transformation led to the creation of a collection with the oil combination at its heart, which has now become internationally renowned. Formulated with natural ingredients and rich botanicals, and with a distinctive boutique style and signature fragrance, the formulations are opulent and lavish. To present this new discovery, a potent combination of brand design, prestige packaging and merchandising have resulted in a new and exciting brand environment that has resonated with the world´s hairdressers´ and their clients.

And herein lies the secret to its success. The styling collection and introduction of Flawless and StraightWear are testimony to a brand in pursuit of its own dreams. By delivering a truly distinctive and innovative alternative for professionals and clients, Macadamia is delivering a radically different experience that is challenging the dominance of global super-brands and winning it international recognition. A clutch of highly coveted Launchpad awards for Best Oil and Curl Enhancer are among the gongs accumulating in Macadamia´s trophy cabinet!"

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