Liebster Award #3 & #4

Welcome back, little birdies!

Well I think it's safe to say that third time's the charm! I've been nominated for my third Liebster Award by the absolutely beautiful Shannon from the blog Shannon-Marie. As I've said many times before, I love doing / reading these types of posts because I'm a bit of a nosey bugger (No, we don't use the term "bugger" here in the States. Yes, I thought it was cute and fitting seeing as Shannon is from the UK. And yes again, I did just use you (Shan) as an excuse to use the word.)
While getting this post ready, I was nominated again by the lovely Jen from Beauty Life Mom ! I'll be adding her questions to this post as well! Thanks so much, ladies!

  Anyways, if you didn't already know what the Liebster Award is - it's just a fun way for bloggers to get to know each other and to help you discover other blogs. It's a great idea really seeing as I love finding other blogs and even getting to know a little bit more about the person who runs it.

The rules to this tag are as followed:

1. Thank whoever nominated you

2. Post 10 facts about yourself (optional) 

3. Answer the 11 questions given

4. Nominate at least 5 but no more than 11 bloggers and let them know they were nominated :)

5. Create 11 questions for your nominee's to answer.

(For the sake of doing another tag that requires me to post facts about myself that should be up soon, I will only be answering the questions that Shannon and Jen has asked. Let's face it, it's really hard to think of facts about yourself!)

Grab a cup of tea, we're going to be a while ;)

Shannon's questions:

 1. What is your favourite TV show?

My favorite TV show at the moment is definitely between The White Queen, and Reign! 

2. Name three things you could never live without?

My family (that's a give in), My Bible, and Seafood :)

3. Do you have any tattoos? If so, what are they and what's the meaning behind them?

I don't have any tattoos, actually! I'm not a needle person. No pain tolerance what so ever.

4. How long have you been blogging?

I've been blogging on and off for 2 years now. Although I don't really count it as that long seeing as I've only posted 5 times in the year 2015 haha. I've gotten much more into it this past year.

5. If you could only eat one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be?

That's a tough one seeing as I'm a BIG foodie! I looove my seafood but to bring it down to one meal.. I would have to say the meal I had the other day at this restaurant - it was English Pea Ravioli with Salmon. It was actually SO delicious and I'm already thinking of the next time I can go back and have some more.





6. If you could go anywhere on holiday right now, where would you go?
That's such a hard question because there are so many places I'd like to visit! I feel like my first travel spot will definitely be England. I have friends there that need visiting and the country is absolutely beautiful. I'd like to see the rest of the UK and the rest of Europe as well!

7. What's your favorite quote?
Good question! There are so many, so I went to my Pinterest board "Quotes I love" and picked out one of my favorites, it's "A ship in port is safe but that is not what ships are built for."

8. Favourite book?
Honestly, the only book I've been reading has been my Bible. Apart from that and blog post I don't really remember the last time I read a good book! Any recommendations?

9. Who is your beauty inspiration?
Ah! Again there can be so many good ones! There are so many inspirations on YouTube and Instagram and even from other bloggers! I'm really loving lupescuevas  on Instagram. Her makeup is always on point!

10. Favourite YouTuber / Blogger?
I can't choose just one blogger there are so many and it's always growing! I'm always finding more that I just love to follow. I feel same goes with YouTubers. Can't pick one!

11. What's your best feature?
I would have to say for myself, my best feature (looking outwardly) are my legs. I'm only the grand height of 4 foot 11 but I do really like my legs. Is that a strange one? Haha.

Jen's questions:

1. Have you figured out your life calling or is it something you're still discovering?
It's definitely something I'm still discovering. I'm still finding my way with life so I don't think I'll have it figured out this soon.

2. Name one thing that you're proud of that you did this week?
Well I'm quite proud that I went through my clothing items and figured out what I want and what I don't want / need / fits and that I'll be bringing it to a shelter soon enough so they can be given to someone in need. It makes me feel pretty nice to think about it.

3. You just won a million dollars! What are 3 things you would do or get for yourself?
I would help my parents pay off bills, I'd move and I would go travelling!

4. What song are you really feeling right now? Any special stories or significance behind it?
I'm really loving the song called "He sees what we don't". It's a Christian song and it hits me right in the faith feels haha.

 5. Name your one strength as a blogger and one thing you'd like to improve.
That's a bit of a tough question haha. I'm not really sure what my strength is as a blogger just yet. I feel as though I'm still getting a feel for everything. As far as improving, I feel I can definitely improve on making and keeping to a schedule.. It's just so daunting knowing you have a deadline for posts and have to get those creative juices flowing!

6. What does a really good day look like to you?
I would say a really good day looks like me being productive. Getting things done and achieving goals. Along with being with family and friends. Sounds perfect!

7. When life gets crazy, what's your favorite way to de-stress?
I would definitely need ME time! Whether that's a nice bath with some Lush bath bombs, or cuddling under my heated blanket and watch Netflix. It could even be going out for a walk and enjoying nature.

8. You've been given the opportunity to travel back five years to visit yourself! Name something about your life now that your former self would be happy to learn.
Jen, you make me laugh. Can I just say that some of your questions remind me of the Monopoly game haha. - Well 5 years ago I was 18 years old and my whole mindset has changed since then. I think my former self would be happy to know that at 23 years old, I'm happy. That I can achieve things, I am worth it, I have great friends, family, church family ect. and I'm doing well. I've become a stronger and more independent person and it feels great!

9. Describe your favorite piece of jewelry.
To be quite honest, I'm not much of a jewelry wearer. I KNOW... the horror, right!? I feel like the only pieces I actually wear are statement necklaces - and even those are rare lately.

10. Name one thing you're looking to buy.
You've limited me to only one thing?! But there's so many.. :( In all honesty, right now, the one thing I'm looking forward to buying is my corner writing desk. I really need my own work space because doing things from bed just isn't cutting it anymore haha.

Thanks soo much again to both Shannon and Jen for nominating me for this. Both set of questions were great and really had me thinking! I really enjoyed them and had fun answering them. I highly suggest you go over to their blogs and show them some love! Now onto my nominee's.

I Nominate:
Robyn - midnightandlace.blogspot.co.uk
Nicole - nicolecorbettblog.co.uk
Tania - whentaniatalks.com
Elly - ellymitchell.co.uk
Shannon - pinklemonadeandpaperbacks.blogspot.com
Chloe - chloetommo.co.uk
Rebecca - staticnova.blogspot.co.uk
Summer - theblondecafe.wordpress.com
Guilianna - guiliannamarie.blogspot.com

Here are your questions:
1. What is something you feel strongly about?
2. What is something you feel proud of?
3. What are three words or phrases that make you laugh?
4. What's the meaning behind your Blog name?
5. What inspired you to start a blog?
6. How would you describe your style?
7. Where do you see yourself in 3 years?
8. What are you most excited about for the upcoming season?
9. Is there a vacation (holiday) spot you would visit again?
10. How would you describe your personality?
11. How would you like to inspire others?


Good luck to all my nominee's! I look forward to reading your answers and getting to know more about you! Please remember to check out all the other amazing ladies I've mentioned. It's always nice getting to know a little bit more about the person behind the blog.

Until next time,
Jay

Liebster Award

Hello there, Lovely!

Welcome back to my blog! Hope you're doing well. I'm back with another Liebster Award post. I love the outreach these posts give. Discovering new blogs and even making friends. Who doesn't love to make new friends!? I was nominated by the absolutely lovely and beautiful Leya from Leluroxx to answer 11 questions that she has asked (Thank youu!).

(Source: google images)

If you're new to these posts then hello! I'm honored mine was the first you've read. This online award is designed for new blogs to be discovered and a way of getting to know a bit about the nominees. Once you have been nominated these are the steps you'll be taking:

1.  Answer the questions that have been given to you by the person who nominated you.
2. Share 11 random facts about yourself.
3. Nominate 11 other bloggers of your choice and set them 11 questions to answer.

Easy peasy and a fun little way of getting to know fellow bloggers. So here I go as I dive in the questions that Leya has given.  Enjoy!

11 Questions Asked

1. Where do you find your inspiration for your blog posts?

Honestly, I try to write about things that interest me. Something I would enjoy reading. It's very difficult for me to just write about anything. Seeing other bloggers who write about things that I enjoy reading makes me work harder to try and bring out the best in my blog.

2. If you could pick a curry to describe your personality which would it be and why?

Ah! I have failed you, Leya! I've actually never had curry before. So I don't really know what's out. It's a great question though, definitely made me giggle!

3. If you could bring a celebrity back from the dead who would it be?

Haha this is a cool question. Would you believe I've never thought about it before. I think I would have to choose Elvis Presley or Johnny Cash. There's just something about the men from that era that interest me and obviously these two are iconic.

4. What is your must have beauty product and item of clothing and why?

I would have to say my must have beauty product right now would have to be mascara. I know it's a cliche answer but as the weather gets warmer and "natural" makeup becomes more of a thing, you always want your lashes to look va va voom! My must have clothing item would be rompers (otherwise known as playsuits). I feel like that's what I'm going for now that the weather is getting warmer. I just love 'em!

5.  Describe yourself in 3 words.

Loving, Bubbely, Short (haha)

6. Pet Peeve?

I have a couple of pet peeve's but the one that I could think of now is misspelling of words or use of double negatives. Now, I am not the grammar police or anything as you can clearly tell by my blog posts. However, auto correct is my best friend with words that I don't know how to spell. As far as double negatives go, just ask my friends and they'll tell you I've corrected them a couple times on it. I've corrected myself on it plenty of times! Just a small pet peeve of mine. :)

7.  Explain your blogging process,  what do you do first and what do you do last?

I don't really have a set way of blogging. Borrrrinnng. I know. My process just consists of taking photos and writing my post. I've only just recently learned how to attach the labels. Sometimes I have the post ready and just need to take photos for them, other times I need the photos already set before I'm motivated to write the actual post. I'm sure one day my answer will change and I'll have more of a process.

8. Where did your blog name originate from?

Well, when I first started my blog it had a horrendous name that I will not mention (although you can search back through my posts and know what it is. Haha) I went on with that for a while before I really thought about what I wanted. I chose "Blissful" because I feel like I'm a pretty happy and bubbely person. "Beauty" because it's what I wanted to focus on - what's "beautiful" to me and what's beautiful in the eyes of others. "Bird" because they're my favorite animals (Sparrows to be exact). Thus, Blissful Beauty Bird became the name.

9. If you could collaborate with anyone on your blog who would it be?

There's so many I couldn't possibly choose one! There are so many amazing bloggers out there. One fashion blogger who always has great posts is Jessie Chanes from Seams For A Desire and that would be a great collaboration. But again sooo many to choose from.

10. If you could be anyone but yourself for a day who would it be?

Besides the obvious comment about being yourself which I truly am happy with. I wouldn't want to be anyone else BUT myself. If there is someone else who's life I'd take a dab in for one day would be Lucy or Lydia from LucyandLydia. Besides them being absolutely gorgeous, those two are ALWAYS happy and look like are truly enjoying themselves which is always nice to see.


11. Biggest fear in life?

My biggest fear in life would be to not be successful in doing something I love and not being happy in the end. I'm a firm believer in "do what you love" and it certainly takes hard work and persistence to get there.

(Thank you Leya for the questions!)

11 Random Facts About Myself

1. I put my trust in Jesus and the Bible is the only book I've been reading.

2. My favorite "colors" would be anything earth toned.

3. If I could have 1 type of food for the rest of my life; it'd be seafood.

4. I'm double jointed on one of my thumbs

5. I've explored a rain forest in Puerto Rico and took a dip in one of it's rivers under the waterfall.

5. I like room temperature water. If I'm out to eat I'll ask for water with no ice.

6. I can't swim (I am trying to learn!)

7. I'm not too much of a jewelry wear-er. I just like statement necklaces.

8. I have 3 older siblings

9. I speak basic Spanish and understand pretty much all of it.

10. I've had two pets in my life (not including fish).

11. I'm a hopeless romantic.

And that's it! Thank you again to Leya from Leluroxx for the great questions and nominating me for this award! You can go check out her blog post on it HERE . Before I begin to list the people I'm going to nominate, I would just like to add if you would like -  put the link to your Liebster Award post down in the comments so I can take a look at yours also!

Here goes my nominees..

Lucy @ LouJay

Aqy @ Skinny Decxf Latte

Katie @ Katie's Blog

Emily @ Emilina

Hannah @ Oh Hello, It's Hannah

Sofie @ Sounds Like Sofie

Eesha @ Eesha's Glam

Molly Mac @ Molly Mac

Melissa @ Here There Everywhere

Happy to announce those were my nominees! I'm excited to see the answers to the questions I'm about to ask!

11 Questions for my nominees..

1. How long have you been blogging for?

2. What inspired you to start blogging?

3. Which post is your favorite that you've written so far?

4. What's your favorite quote to live by?

5. One place you've traveled too that you can visit over again and not get tired of it?

6. Describe your blog in 4 words.

7. You pick up your phone, what's the first app you go on?

8. What routine do you have to unwind?

9. If you could be a character from any show, who would you be and why?

10. Favorite spring clothing item?

11. Advice / encouragement you'd give other bloggers?

There you have it! Thank you so much for reading and taking a little look at random facts behind Blissful Beauty Bird! Have fun with your Liebster Award post as I'm looking forward to reading your answers to these questions.

-Jay