2 syn mug cake!

Evening..

One of my main issues whilst being on Slimming World has been the difficulty in making desserts which are quick and satisfying. My favourite fast dessert was always a mug cake, and after doing some research on dessert ideas, I accidentally came across a recipe for a Slimming World mug cake! I made a few alterations to the recipe to make it a bit more satisfying, and I thought I'd share it!

2 syn chocolate mug cake

Ingredients
1 options belgian chocolate sachet
2 eggs
2.5 tablespoons of sweetener
1 teaspoon of choc shot

Method
Add the chocolate sachet and the eggs to a mug and stir, add the sweetener and mix quickly with a fork, then add a splash of milk and a teaspoon of choc shot and mix again. Microwave this for 50 seconds, take it out to make sure its cooking ok, then return to the microwave for another 50 seconds.


I had quite a few syns left over today so I topped mine with a teaspoon of chocolate spread (1.5 syns) and a teaspoon of Betty Crocker Vanilla Frosting (1.5 syns).
I haven't tried this yet, but if you wanted to mix it up you could try using a chocolate orange options sachet, and chocolate orange choc shot!
This desert was so lovely and decadent that I couldn't even finish it! If you make this, enjoy!

Stay Classy,
D x

Guess who's back?

So...
Hello old friend...
It's safe to say it's been... a while.
Things have changed since I last updated this blog. I decided, finally, to join Slimming World. Not just online, going to the group and everything. Terrifying. But in 4 weeks I've managed to loose 10.5 pounds. Sadly, I'm yet to see a physical difference, but every week I'm getting a little bit closer to seeing that change. I created this blog to post whatever I like, and I think I'd like to continue doing so, with the addition of some elements of my lifestyle that I've been changing up. Soon, I'll hopefully be sharing recipes, outfit ideas, and exercise plans.
Until then,
Stay Classy,
D x

I'm Not Good Enough

I'm Not Good Enough - Dramatic Monologue 

I'm not good enough. It seems as if I spend my life in a sail boat, on a near tranquil sea, and suddenly an enormous wave washes over me until I can't breathe, it feels as if I'm drowning. All will be fine until one person accidentally says or does the wrong thing, and bam... I'm suffocated. Everything around me is dark.

I am no ones first choice. I am never number one. I am always following, never leading. 

I feel sick. Nauseated. Self destructive. 

I live almost alone, telling myself that it's by coincidence. It never is. It is always purposeful. Always. I pleaded for companionship but my call was never answered. I acted as if I hadn't noticed. Of course I fucking had. 

I began to deteriorate, stop believing in anything and anyone, stopped loving the things I loved because I knew it was pointless.

Until he came along. This boy changed my life. No, he is not my boyfriend. The platonic relationship we have is all I need.

He makes me feel as though I am loved, I am needed, I am wanted. Even in my darkest of hours He picks me up, brushes my off, and tells me to woman up. 

I need that to carry on.

Without him I don't know where I would be?

Stay Classy,

D x

My Summer in the City Day One Outfit

Hey guys,
So this month I attended Summer in the City (SitC). SitC is an annual YouTube convention in London, held most recently, in Alexandra Palace. I didn't fancy recapping the event quite yet, though I will most probably do so in the near future. Instead I thought I'd share with you my first outfit of the weekend and some alternatives to fit your personality.
The basis of my outfit for both days was my Pale Yellow ASOS Skater Skirt in Mesh.

This was relatively pricey when I bought it at £47.50, however I was planning on wearing it for both days of SitC and in the future so didn't mind too much. The picture was fairly deceiving in the fact that is was really quite see through when I tried it on, so I bought another tutu to wear underneath. Personally I bought one off of ebay, but if you have a higher budget then I would recommend buying 2 of the same skirt.

On day one I wanted to go with a bright and breezy look as the weather was wonderful, so I themed my outfit around daisy's. My mum is an artist, so I asked her to paint a large daisy on the ASOS Colour Block Baseball Top that I paired the skirt with and it looked wonderful. You don't have to be an artist to do this though! If your planning on wearing this top only once then buy some cheap wash out paints and do it yourself! Or if you don't fancy that, try a feature necklace, or nothing at all.

What you do next depends on how confident you feel in this outfit! Personally, I thought that the skirt was a bit short and wore a pair of black tights underneath, but you could alternatively wear patterned tights, leggings or nothing at all! I suggest these cute little White and Pink Daisy Pattern Tights.

Now, shoes are a whole different story! I wore my pair of Wulfrun Single Sole Black Suede Creepers from Underground as they're comfy and reliable, however I also considered wearing my Creep Platform Lo Metallic Flats from Schuh which went well with the outfit also. But if flatforms aren't your style, a pair of vans or converse would look just as awesome!

I hope you enjoyed this and gained some helpful clothing tips!
Stay Classy
D x

Music

Hello there,
Today I'm back with a bit of a helping hand! When it comes to music, I am an enthusiast; personally, I believe music is so important in any society, and life in general. My music taste is anything I like, which ranges from One Direction to Fall Out Boy. Seeing as I have such a varied music taste, I thought I'd share some of my favourite songs and bands of various genres.

Pop
One Direction - You and I
Happy Little Pill - Troye Sivan
Rock
Ugly Love - No Model
Fall Out Boy - Sugar We're Going Down Swinging
Panic! at the Disco - I Write Sins Not Tragedies 
Pop Punk
Patty Walters - Wrecking Ball
Punk Rock
DEAD! - Phantom
Covers
Luke Friend - Sex (The 1975)
Collabro - Stars (Les Miserables) 
Alternative and Indie
The 1975 - Chocolate
Amber Run - Noah
Arctic Monkeys - R U Mine
Disney Cover
Carrie & Pete - I See The Light (Tangled)
Anything else...
Ed Sheeran - Sing
George Ezra - Budapest
Iggy Azalea, Charlie XCX - Fancy
Vance Joy - Riptide
Beyonce - XO
Alt J - Fitzpleasure
Yeah Yeah Yeahs - Heads Will Roll (A track radio edit)
The Smiths - This Charming Man
Titus Andronicus - Titus Andronicus 


These are just a very few of my favourites, so I will keep this post updated with more music as I remember and discover it.
I will leave you, however, with today's favourite... 
Amber Run - I Found ft. London Contemporary Voices // Mahogany Session

Stay Classy,
D x

Tick.

Tick, tick, tick...
0 days, 0 hours, 7 minutes, 25 seconds.. 24 seconds... 23 seconds...
After 16 years the day has come, my timer was running out, I was finally going to meet my true love.
Mum was born with 22 years, my sister with 19, and I at only 16. Would this be romantic? Would this be magical? Who was he?
Tick, 6 minutes. It's getting closer. I never thought an empty road would be the place I met the man of my dreams. There is no one around, surrounded by silence I keep walking. I walk faster and faster, I need to get to the town, the park, anywhere that there are people! Tick, 5 minutes. I'm running out of time so I pick up the pace, faster and faster, running. The road felt like it was getting longer and longer, Tick, 4 minutes, but suddenly  i'm on the floor. My hands scraping on the pavement, my head hitting the concrete. I guess I didn't see that dent in the pavement. Tick, 2 minutes. I sat up rubbing my forehead, only covering myself in more blood. Tick, 1 minute.
Screeeeech, tshhhhh, *gasp* step, step..
'Are you okay?'
Click
I saw a bus pull up next to me from the corner of my eye. This is it. The love of my life. I look up.
There she was.

Original short story
Stay Classy
D x

Home facial

Hello one and all,
Today I've decided to share with you one of my favourite beauty secrets. This home facial works quickly and helps clear your skin makes whilst making it feel soft as well.
The ingredients you'll need are...

Ground turmeric, Honey, Salt, and Greek yogurt.

To make the mask
In a bowl mix 3 heaped tablespoons of Greek yogurt with 1 tablespoon of honey...

Then add 2-3 tablespoons of turmeric...

 and mix thoroughly.

It should end up looking something like this!

For the facial
1) Splash your face with cold water to open your pores then pour 2 to 3 teaspoons worth of salt into an egg cup or something similar.
2) Fill your sink with warm water and then, using an old flannel, slowly wipe your face with warm water.
3) Dip a cotton wool ball into the warm water then the salt.
4) *Warning* this may sting! Dab your face lightly with salt all over, avoiding your eyes.  Don't dab too much salt into a concentrated area - yes, it is good for your skin, but could easily dry it out if overused!).
5) Leave the salt on your skin for 3 minutes then wash it off carefully with warm water.
6) Using a paint brush, make up brush, or any brush you like- begin to paint on the mask, keeping away from your eyes. Turmeric stains easily so also avoid your hair line and eye brows.
7) Leave the mask on for 7 - 10 minutes, then splash your face to remove the top layer. Then dip your old flannel in warm water and start to wipe it off. Make sure you use an old flannel or towel as the turmeric will most probably dye it orange.
8) Once most of the mask is off use a make up wipe over your face, this will remove any left over turmeric.

And you're done!

I hope you enjoyed this post, and the mask worked for you! 

Stay classy,

D x