What is this anyways?

If you may or may not have guessed in the past two and one half years I've posted on this blog, more than anything this is full of random things.  Occasionally some photos from something I've done or somewhere I've been, a recipe, fandom rants, etc.
Something I don't put up here is things like, inspirational posts, self help, writing, educational type things, etc.
There may have been those few times where I have tried to do that and failed. But that's okay because this whole time I knew, and now I am confirming this is simply a lifestyle blog. Its like a vlog... a vlog can be filmed many ways and typically someone talking about their life, simply what they did that day.  Even taking their camera to the grocery store, getting ready to have guests over and more. You can't do all of that in words easily, but thats what I strive to do here.  Just a written down version of bits of my life I feel are worth sharing.
Realizing this post is more for myself than any viewers, I am really trying to just tell myself to try and make it really what I want it to be!

Right now I really am at that 2 and 1\2 year mark! Slowly growing over this period of time, trying to reach new goals with it, slowly working my way up! Someday I really want this to be that kind of super professional blog with photos that glow and topics that light up your mind and get inspired by just reading about someone's life, which is what I find all over the internet and what I want this to be someday!



xxLizzie

P.S. Remember as it says on my sidebar, I am having a giveaway when I reach 100 followers.  Please stay tuned and share to anyone who may be interested. 
Thank You!

Imagine this...

Take a few minutes to put yourself in the place I was last night...

Last night, the 25th of August was no normal Tuesday.  One Direction performed in Milwaukee for the first time in their 5 year history as a band.
As you know, I've been a fan and have supported them since 2011, parts of 2012 I wasn't because of pressure from people around me, Isn't that greatttt.  But guess what?  I don't care anymore of what anyone thinks of what I listen to or what I like.
Almost one year ago, October 2014, they announced they would be coming to Milwaukee, obviously I was excited and wanted to go.  Without going into detail of the months between October and May (not the greatest time of my life to be completely honest!!), I had some trouble actually getting someone to go with me. My wonderful friend agreed to go with me finally.  Our tickets arrived in May and I started counting down the days...

Last night it came to life.  Of course I still feel like it was a dream. The fact that they were in front of me is incredible.  My favorite songs live was just surreal.
Proud to admit, I cried almost the entire show and regret none of that. My arms hurt and I was thirsty and hungry but I gave it my all to really live in that moment because like I had prepared myself to be, it was the best day of my entire life.
I had never been so excited in my entire 16  years. Now, I have never been as sad that something was over or missed people so much.
The music, the people... just amazing.  (Living proof last night that Directioners aren't 12.  We were when we started liking them, obviously! Mostly everyone was my age or older!)
I know they say similar things each show, but the sincerity was real. They meant every word.  They really did love it here, I could tell.

Do you know what its like to have 4 favorite people that you have never met or until yesterday, seen, but completely trust them and love them more than anything else?  Well I do.  Because who was there when no one else was?  They were.  They may not know the details, but they realize that people feel this way and it makes them so thankful.  I could not ask for a better group of people to support and love. The awards we help them win by tweeting hashtags endless times a day, the songs we trend and get to the top charts without anyone else promoting it?  I love this family of Directioners and I love Harry. Niall. Louis and Liam more than anything.  They have made my life more exciting, given me something to really be passionate about and something that I have made so many friends through.  Think of all the lessons I've learned from just loving a band! Crazy. Maybe you think I'm overdoing it, but other people feel this way too and I cannot explain how happy I was last night to finally see them.

I am still in disbelief.
As a plus, Niall's hair was so fluffy and Louis had his the way I like it the most and Harry.. his hair is always perfect and Liam's is always in perfect place.  They all wore the outfits I had hoped they would, that was fantastic LOL.
And they played four different 5SOS music videos before and I got to see them on the big screen <3
And when Harry threw water into the crowd from his bottle, I was hit with it... I'VE BEEN GIVEN NEW LIFE :')

They talked about our state and that they loved it here.  They talked about cheese and the Packers and how excited they were.  They said they loved us and were so thankful.  And I knew they meant it.

I wish I could thank them personally, but until that day I'm gonna keep doing what I am now.



Here are the best of the terrible quality pictures I took!

I don't think I will ever get used to the fact I. SAW. THEM.
Unbelievable.  Best day of my life <3

xxLizzie

Really random fandom stuff and WOW THREE DAYS TO 1D

Hey guys!!!

Welcome to another one of my casual rants,

What I am preparing myself to be the best day of my life, is just three days away.
I already know One Direction is going to go way over my high expectations because, they're that awesome.

This week, they released their new music video for Drag me Down which is super epic because it was filmed at NASA. Here is the link!!!! Drag me Down video
That song is so catchy, I will never get over it,

Aaaaand that same day, 5SOS performed on GMA and they ROCKEDDDDDD.
AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAND 5SOS new album is getting closer too!!! Don't forget, its October 23rd!!  You can pre order it on their site and elsewhere: Pre Order Sounds Good Feels Good

Oh and just to go over this, Thursday morning I was at my friends house, everyone was sleeping but me.  I was scrolling through Twitter and saw the hashtag #WeLoveYouMichael.  Figured something bad happened, so I checked it out.
Just so happens, my main bae, Michael Clifford of 5SOS, opened up about his mental health at a show.  He has never mentioned it before and said he had gone to therapy the other day while on break.  I was really hit by it, as was the rest of the 5SOS fam.  People had claimed it to be a joke, but when they were on GMA, he spoke briefly saying "He is taking care of it"
So there I was, upset and honestly, didn't want to talk about it because TEARS,
Heres an article too: http://www.billboard.com
Wow so many links in this post.

We already had known this but I quote:
"Earlier this summer, 5SOS drummer Ashton Irwin admitted that he’s “dealt with anxiety and depression in my life” and said the group’s upcoming record, due out this fall, will tackle some of those personal issues. “With our next album we want to sort of have more messages for life involved in what we do because we have a voice for young people,” Irwin said."

Also, they keep saying they are starting something called the New Broken Scene, also a lyric from the single Shes Kinda Hot. Ashton calls it a revolution for misfit kids of the time, who feel like they have no where to go.  Sounds pretty good right?  Well it all comes to life in their new album :D
I swear I should be a promoter ok? ok,  

BACK TO MY ORIGINAL TOPIC!!!

I AM SEEING ONE DIRECTION.  I'M GONNA SEE NIALL PLAY HIS GUITAR, AND HARRY'S HAIR FLIP, AND LIAM POINT TO THE CROWD AND TELL EVERYONE TO BE LOUDER AND ASK IF WE'RE HAVING A GOOD TIME AND LOUIS TO ROCK THOSE HEAVENLY HARMONIES AND TOTALLY SMASH 'NO CONTROL'. yep, okay. 
I'm excited now, haha.   

I will be totalllyyyyy posting pics here the next day or so, maybe a snapchat video too or IG picture :)

WISH ME LUCK OK???  I might post the day of it as well!!!!

xxLizzie

Pretty much the most exciting news EVER.

Yesterday was a day of relief.  Anyone wanna guess what happened...?  

After a loooong 6 months of knowing 1D was coming to Milwaukee, I FINALLY got my tickets.
I am pretty sure I can say I worked super hard for this.  Trying to get someone to go with me, trying to get money, trying not to die while doing that... well it paid off!!!  Because I have 2 tickets for Section R row 22 for ONE DIRECTION ON THE ROAD AGAIN TOUR 7PM AUGUST 25TH 2015 MILLER PARK MILWAUKEE WISCONSIN!!!!!!!!!!

Sooo many people get to go see 1D every time they tour and lots of people who hardly like them get front row tickets.  Thats not fair.  I mean lets be honest here, how would you feel if there was some people you've never met you can legitimately say have pretty much saved your life and keep you sane and you can't afford to even be in the same room as them??  Then after much hard work you FINALLY get a chance to see them.  They have made you laugh and smile and if you cry, its about them!
At this point I am more relieved than excited!
Even though I won't be able to meet them, I cannot believe I am actually going to see them live.
I have been so so so worried about this for such a long time.  I really don't want anything right now but this.  If I have to live in a dumpster I guess I'd be kinda okay with that hahaha.  I mean even if you don't like One Direction, seeing them live still has to sound pretty cool, right?

And also, I ordered a new phone so now I can snapchat and go on Instagram again!!! :D

xxLizzie

Another 5 years

I'm so sorry, I know there was one of these the other day but I couldn't help but post about this one...

#5YearsSinceNiallsAudition

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5 years ago today there was a 16 year old boy named Niall Horan. Came from a sweet family in a small town and lived in a tiny house in Ireland. But this boy was special, as much as he liked sports, he liked to sing. He learned guitar at a young age and loved being in the spotlight. He had a great sense of humor and seemed perfect for such a role. 
A while later he found himself in a band. All because of the one day he got up on that stage in front of judges and sang. He gave us his voice and we gave him our hearts from day 1. 
He hasn't changed much, this kid. He's 21 and loves to sing. He plays guitar and has the best of times with his band now. There are many times I can prove why he is such an amazing person in general. 
And if I had to pick one person in the world to meet, it'd be him. Sometimes he is the only reason I (and lots of other people) smile. I think thats because of HIS smile. And if anyone ever doubts that my proof is that I'm here and I'm happy. 
Congratulations Niall. You made it. You took on the world with one short song and you didn't let us down. Not even once. I can't wait to see whats ahead!

Niall on the X factor 2010

                                                                                             

 Niall wearing a Wisconsin shirt

 Rehearsing a few months ago

 Their movie premiere right after he got his braces off :')  What a time to be alive...

Before the braces when he was 17 but looked 12

Thanks for bearing with me.  I'm gonna be interviewing someone this week with fun questions for a post so look out for that! 

xxLizzie

Still sad? Nope - The Fandom Betrayed..?

First, I apologize for all the One Direction posts.  There WILL be normal stuff again this week besides this.  I promise.  I just need to type this all out somewhere :P


You know, theres usually a good way to get over something sad that happened.  But not all those ways lead to anger.... this one did.  As you all know, when Zayn left One Direction I was devastated.  Now, me and pretty much the whole fandom don't even care because Zayn didnt leave to be normal, he's making music on freaking soundcloud with a rapper he was hanging out with in fall. And apparently a solo album was announced. 5 days ago we all accepted his choice.  Now, Louis tried to defend us with this tweet:

There we go, Louis telling him to just get out. The best part is, Louis' family tweeted him literally patting him on the back for his tweet, haha.
 Like why did Zayn choose some stupid rapper (RAPPER, REALLY??!!) over these 4 guys and us?

BETRAYED?!! I'm feelin' it.

But Zayn... wow.  I dont hate him but I'm disappointed in him. He really is letting us down so far.  He better clean this up real fast if this wasn't his true plan. He hasn't tweeted through all of this. The other 4 left are really being so nice to us it is unbelievable. <3  I cant imagine how sad they are, even more than the fans, yet they still get up and put on amazing shows every night. Like why'd he have to leave in the middle of a world tour?!!
Either way, the rest of them are being so good to us and we are being better to them too.  Like, so much respect for the other four.

Niall called us 'The Best fans in the world', Harry called us 'Legends', Louis called us 'Ultimate Fans, and Liam called us 'Heroes'. Zayn didnt say anything. We all loved him so much and nothing personally in return to the fans.

xxLizzie

Short post!

Yesterday I got my braces off!!

So heres a picture of my 'brand new' teeth!   I have to wear a retainer for 6 months but I love how they look :)

Ignore the mess in the background... and my posters...


Last night was funny and cheered me up; Someone on Twitter that I follow made up a hashtag, that ended up trending.  How cool is that? It was: #CarrotForANight
Meaning we'd pretend to be really new and fake 1D fans.  (We call those people carrots because of something in an old One Direction video.... we're really mean...)
So we pretended to be 'Carrots', as we call them.  It really cheered everyone up.  Instead of all this sad, depressing stuff.  And I have to say, Twitter today is a lot happier than it has been the past two days!

I know I've put this in a post before, but does anyone have any book suggestions for summer?  Thanks :)

I hope you all enjoy the weekend or if you are on spring break. Sorry this is so short.

xxLizzie

An indirect note

I'd like to indirectly address everyone who took a part  in sending hate to Zayn (from One Direction) the other night. A picture went out of him with a girl, thought to be someone else, besides his fiance, Perrie Edwards.  He cleared it up really fast with a tweet, but now he left tour for two days.
Yep. Zayn went back to the UK because of anxiety he's been having. That picture the other night was probably the last straw for him.

Now some people won't get to see him in concert. He doesn't deserve to constantly be having hate thrown at him for the past four years. Personally, I try my best to be nice to people and yeah, its hard because there's people who aren't very nice to me or people who have made me feel horrible. Even Zayn, who has everything he could possibly want, can't handle all of it. IF YOU'RE GOING TO HATE ON HIM JUST GO AWAY. WHY ARE YOU A 'FAN' IF YOU HONESTLY THINK HE'D CHEAT ON HIS GIRLFRIEND. YOU REALLY DON'T TRUST HIM? Well good job to those who sent him hate. You won.

xxLizzie