Friday 16 November 2012

The Twilight Saga: The End of an Era.

Before anyone goes off on one about Twilight, let me explain myself. I am a fan. Yes, you may say that Harry Potter is a million times better, I agree. But, I also think Star Wars is a million times better than Harry Potter. However, you should never looked down on someone, or tease them for liking what they like! You can say what you want about the books/movies, but the fanbase is undeniable. It's like anything that people have a problem with today; Justin Bieber, Mitt Romney, The Next 3 Star Wars movies. There are going to be people that are excited about it, & there are going to be people who can't get behind it. Like everything in life, you have to take the good with the bad! Okay, enough of that, on to the review! (There will not be spoilers!)

The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2.

Brought back from near-death by Edward (Robert Pattinson) after childbirth, Bella (Kristen Stewart) begins her new life as a vampire and mother to their daughter, Renesmee (Mackenzie Foy). When the Volturi are led to believe that Renesmee was not born as a vampire but, rather, turned into one in violation of their code, the Volturi set out to destroy the child and the Cullen clan. The Cullens band together with vampires from around the world to stand united against the Volturi.

Having waited close enough to four years for the movie to released, it's safe to say that yesterday was spent in pure anticipation! I am by no means a 'twihard' (I hate the term, and I don't really no why!), but I always enjoy when movie adaptations of books that I've read come out! I was in the exact same frame of mind as I waited for The Hunger Games & Perks of Being A Wallflower to be released, and will be as I wait for The Great Gatsby to come out. I love books, I love movie adaptions of books, I love seeing my favourite characters brought to life! The Twilight Saga is no different. There are aspects that I love, & there are aspects I wish I could change (don't worry, I already have the remake saga planned out, we should be fine!) I'm rambling, let's talk about the movie..

Arriving to the movie theatre almost an hour before the movie started was both a blessing & a curse! We bagged the perfect seats, we just had to wait patiently for the movie to begin. One thing that occurred to me while waiting, Twilight brings in quite a varied audience, something I'd never really noticed before! Young, old, female, male, people from every walk of life! It's amazing! The lights dimmed & the inevitable squeal was heard (I have to admit, my mother could be heard over EVERYONE else!) The previews played and the excitement in the room was tangible!

Now, I've already said that this would be a zero spoilers blog post, so I'll just say it was spectacular! The cinematography was so well done, and the soundtrack was unbelievably well suited to every scenario! If you are a Twilight fan, and have been keeping up with gossip online, you know there is a surprise ending. I will say this, any scenario, any possibility that you may think of, it will not come close this twist! Be prepared, bring tissues, a hand to hold, anything!

For those who mightn't have interest, or will be dragged to see it by a loved one, I still think it's worth a watch. However, for those Twilight fans who have followed the stories so closely, Breaking Dawn: Part Two is the perfect ending to the much loved saga!

until next time,
Ellen.

Current playlist:
Sway - The Kooks.
Breathe Me - Aiden Grimshaw.
Troublemaker - Olly Murs.
Cold - Aqualung & Lucy Schwartz.
Everybody Wants To Rule The World - Tears For Fears.
Don't Dream It's Over - Crowded House.

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Thursday 8 November 2012

Things My Dad Taught Me.

I saw this trending on Twitter & it really got me thinking about all the things that my dad has taught me over the years! 140 characters isn't enough, so I thought it deserved a blog post!

Anyone who knows me , knows that my dad is basically my hero! I've looked up to him my whole life, & I've always been a 'Daddy's Girl'. My mother always said I had my dad wrapped around my little finger from the second I was born! Because we're so close, he has imparted some of his wisdom on me over the years!

Things My Dad Taught Me:
  • Life is an episode of Criminal Minds waiting to happen.
  • Restaurants/bars/tattoo parlours with blacked out windows are shady - don't go in them!
  • Wind, it's killing half the country. (credit for this one goes to my grandfather!)
  • Doing your best is all you can do.
  • Specsavers would give Mojo (our dog) glasses if he went in - your eyes are grand.
  • He is in the process of teaching me to drive!
  • If you have your family, your health & music, you're doing pretty okay.
  • There's nothing wrong with letting your freak flag fly. 

I will leave you my most favourite quote from the man in question!
I'm like a swan, Ellen, graceful on the surface, but paddling like fuck underneath

Current Playlist (i'm going to feature some songs that i'm currently listening to at the end of each blog post!)
This Kiss - Carly Rae Jepson
Ghost Me - Stay Golden
Shiver, Shiver - Walk The Moon
Big Mouth Strikes Again - The Smiths
If These Sheets Were The States - All Time Low
Stutter - Darren Criss
Ho Hey - The Lumineers

Until next time, 
Ellen.

Tuesday 6 November 2012

where else can you find me?

here are some other social networking sites that I can be found on! come say hey!

Twitter
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Pinterest
Last.fm
Instagram: @ellebolger

welcome to my blog!

This first post is going to be pretty inconsequential, let's look at is an introduction! 

Where to begin? Let's see: my name is Ellen. I'm eighteen. I was born and raised in Waterford, Ireland. I adore sunshine, music, fashion, and adventures. i am surrounded by the best people in the world. my family and friends are the greatest. I will consider my life fulfilled if I have traveled the world! 


That's basically all you need to know for now!

This is my first proper blog, although I do have a tumblr account, it's not really the same! This will be less pictures and more thoughts, or at least I plan for it to be! I will mainly be posting my daily musings, book/movie/music review, recipes that I love, fashion and beauty pieces, and other random tidbits that my brain conjures up!

Join me on this magical journey, won't you?!