Goodbye Summer (July-September) 2021

Posted on October 2, 2021 by haileyjaderyan

Goodbye, summer,

and hello October aka fall. Man, time goes by so fast. I can’t even manage to put together a monthly round-up. But some things are just more important than putting out a blog post. I’m constantly trying my hardest to make it all happen, but I do have a 40-hour-work-week, I have nobody to share my household chores with, and I also have a dog, friends, and probably too many hobbies. And lately, I’ve been focusing a lot more on scrapbooking and reading. It brings me a lot of joy, and that is a good thing. But I’m doing Blogtober again, so expect a lot of new posts.

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And to be honest, during July and August, nothing exciting happened, anyway. I spent some time with friends and family but nothing spectacular. I finally got fully vaccinated, which I’m still very grateful for, and I was super obsessed with the Olympics. I’m not that much of a sports person, but I got very invested and knew everything about everyone. Loved it.

However, September was amazing. I’ve had so much fun, I hardly know where to start. Maybe with the time I took a ride on a helicopter. Now that was super fun. Too short, but still an amazing experience. Nature is so beautiful and to see it from above is lovely. I wasn’t scared at all, and it wasn’t bad in any way. In case I will ever be on the Bachelor, I am prepared. Definitely hoping to do this again sometime.

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Then I finally met up with a friend, whom I haven’t seen in a million years. We met at University back in 2009. First day, first class, first friend. I don’t know what took us so long to reunite, but we did and had so much fun. We took out cute doggies to a zoo, the weather was insanely good, and we talked and laughed and enjoyed obsessing over our little balls of fur.

And then the highlight of the month: After two and a half years, I finally went on a real vacation again. Mom, the doggy, and I drove to the North Sea, and I enjoyed the trip so much. Since there is still a pandemic going on, we didn’t want to fly or go abroad, so we stayed in Germany. It was a good choice, and I fell in love with where we stayed. I enjoyed the weather, the air, the food, the activities, and especially the ocean. I was super relaxed, and my vacation persona is just awesome. I wish it could always be like that. It was also the first long trip with my dog, and he did so well. We bonded even more if that is actually possible. So overall, it was great, I’m still pretty sad that I’m not there anymore, and I’m definitely going back there next year.

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This trip also gave me some things to think about, and I want to make some changes to my life that will hopefully make it better. Not that it’s terrible or anything, but there is always room for improvement, and I want to feel better, so I’m working on myself. And the first things I started with, is going to bed and getting up earlier. Also eating more regularly. It’s often the little things that go a long way.

So that’s the summary of the last three months. Nothing groundbreaking but some true highlights, and I hope there will be some more, before the year ends. Just know that I’m doing ok.

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Happiness occurs when you forget who you’re expected to be. And what you’re expected to do. Happiness is an accident of self-acceptance. It’s the warm breeze you feel when you open the door to who you are. – Matt Haig, The Comfort Book

Tons of love,
Hailey ♡

North Sea

Books I loved
♡ Matt Haig – The Comfort Book
♡ Taylor Jenkins Reid – Malibu Rising
♡ Liane Moriarty – Nine Perfect Strangers

Lovely life
♡ Olypics ♡ vacations ♡ North Sea ♡ souvenirs ♡ fall ♡ being fully vaccinated ♡ chocolate cake ♡ Norddeich ♡ barbecue ♡ family time ♡ rainbows ♡ ocean ♡ scrapbooking ♡ Currywurst-Pommes ♡ picking wild berries ♡ a fast food feast ♡ strawberries ♡ watching the dog on the doggy cam ♡ Maccaroni & Cheese ♡ beautiful sunsets ♡ trees changing colors ♡ roaming through book shops ♡ Celebrity Big Brother ♡ helicopter ride ♡ ocean breeze ♡ ice cream ♡ bubble waffles ♡ baby seals ♡ fried fish ♡ a good burger ♡ going to bed and getting up early (now that’s a new one) ♡ mood rings ♡ finishing a to-do-list ♡ penny press ♡ my new backpack ♡ voting ♡ taking pictures ♡

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Insta summer 2021

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Blogtober Round 3 – Here I Go Again

Posted on October 1, 2021 by haileyjaderyan

Forest Germany

It’s October 1st which means you’re either ready for Blogtober or not. I’m not, but I’m still going to try this again. I’ve done it twice before, and it was pretty crazy both times. I’m just never properly prepared. I wanted to get some posts ready, but I just didn’t find the time. I’m planning on getting my writing on this weekend and smash this. Hopefully, it’s not just wishful thinking,

So why am I doing this? Honestly, I have no idea cause I know it will drive me insane. But I feel like I need to challenge myself once in a while. Out of all my hobbies, I’ve been slacking off with writing the most, and I miss it. I do have ideas, I simply don’t find enough time. Something just always has to give. I do hope it won’t mess up my new routine of going to bed and getting up early, which has always been hard for me, but I need to do for my well-being. We’ll see how it goes.

Anyway, Blogtober means that you post something every day throughout the month. That’s it. No rules or anything. So I won’t be focusing on one specific topic, which I’ve never have. I’m just interested in too many things. And yes, this introduction counts as post number one.

As usual, I hope to enjoy blogging again. Although I’m not sure if people actually still read blogs. It’s all about TikTok, isn’t it? Still haven’t signed up. I can barely manage Instagram. Anyway, I would love for you to stop by for a visit each day. You can also find all my posts from last year here.

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Goodbye May and June 2021

Posted on July 3, 2021 by haileyjaderyan

Goodbye, May and June,

and, hello, July. There go another two months, and I still suck at writing. I should probably create a challenge or something for myself, like Blogtober but for the summer. Does anyone have ideas? If I’m honest, I do have the time, I just love hanging around, doing nothing but watching TV shows. I keep binging one after another. Currently watching The Bold Type and loving it. For some reason, I can’t seem to get my act together. I’m lame. Sorry, not sorry.

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I was scheduled to jump out of a plane today, but unfortunately, it got canceled. I’ve always wanted to go skydiving, and my friends gave me a gift certificate for my 30th birthday. Which was three years ago. I kinda chickened out for some time, but I would regret not doing it. So last year, when I was ready, everything was already fully booked. This year, I planned on jumping in April, but that got canceled due to Covid, and then I rescheduled for July, and well, the company filed for bankruptcy, so nothing is happening anymore. I don’t know – maybe it’s a sign from the universe. It just wasn’t meant to be.

I do hope I’ll get the money from the gift certificate, though. I would buy myself something nice. Still want to go skydiving, though, but preferably with someone joining me. Someday, I may meet an adventurous guy, and we could do this on vacation. That would be the dream. But for now, no jumping for me.

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Anyway, what about the last two months. I honestly don’t have much to write about. My life is still super boring. Covid numbers are a lot better, and lots of things are currently possible, but I’m just still not in the mood. I also love self-sabotaging, so that’s that. There were a few little get-togethers with my friends but nothing major. Chilling outside, walks – the usual. I feel like whenever I write these posts, I pretty much always write the same things.

My life is like groundhog day. I work a lot, watch TV shows, obsess over my dog, hang out with my mom, do too much online shopping – I bought myself a fabulous hot pink Moschino bag that killed my bank account a little, but I’ve always wanted one – let my apartment get totally chaotic and then hate everything and get into housewife mode, mope around, write to-do-lists, eat a lot, occasionally see a friend, go to the supermarket here and there, and all these other super interesting things. I live such a rockstar life. It’s insane. Totally worth writing a monthly post about it.

And don’t even get me started on the weather. My favorite thing to complain about. There have been super hot days that really had me miss my old basement room, now that I have a top-floor apartment. Fans helped a little. There have been super rainy days, and the doggy and I had to take shelter at the park several times. Super annoying. And temperatures have been going up and down like a roller-coaster. I will never get rid of my cold.

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Now let me tell you something more interesting. Mom and I booked a little vacation for September, and I am so excited. I can’t stop obsessing over it and just keep googling everything, printing out all the info I can find, and am already annoying my mom by telling her about all of it, over and over again. We are also taking the doggy, which I am really excited about. I love having him with me everywhere.

We’re staying in Germany, and I never really did a vacation in my own country before. I love traveling abroad, but I don’t feel comfortable doing that yet. So we’re doing a road trip to the North Sea, and I’m counting down the days. I hope we’ll be able to do it. In these times, you never know when everything goes to hell again. But I’ll try to stay positive because this is going to be so much fun, and it just has to happen. I need at least one week off from work where I don’t just sleep and mope around.

So that’s basically it. Nothing super interesting, but that’s just the way it is. I have good days and bad ones, and that’s fine. Always trying to get myself up and motivated again. Let’s see what the new month brings. Definitely not a jump out of a plane.

Tons of love,
Hailey ♡

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Books I loved
♡ Matt Haig – The Midnight Library
♡ Candice Carty-Williams – Queenie
♡ Stephenie Meyer – Midnight Sun

Lovely life
Eurovision Song Contest ♡ my new Moschino bag ♡ good books ♡ finally getting my first vaccine ♡ red velvet cake ♡ good Chinese food ♡ Dr. Spencer Reid ♡ BBQ ♡ planning a vacation ♡ Disney deliveries ♡ my godson’s laughter ♡ The Bold Type ♡ visiting grandma ♡ pasta salad ♡ time with friends ♡ hanging out with my mom ♡ those popping toys for de-stressing ♡ being productive ♡ watermelon ♡

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Eurovision Song Contest 2021

Posted on May 23, 2021 by haileyjaderyan

Eurovision Song Contest 2021

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OMG, I can’t believe that the Eurovision Song Contest is actually back. I kinda thought it would get canceled again this year but was absolutely thrilled when I found out it was actually happening. I really missed this cheesy competition last year. I know there was some alternative, but I didn’t feel like watching it. I’m only here for the real deal.

As usual, I had no clue what to expect. I don’t inform myself beforehand, and I only watch the main show and then put in my two cents. I also always have a spreadsheet where I can give out points and rank everyone. Yeah, I am nerdy like that.

Anyway, this is my opinion, and I don’t want to offend anyone. Everybody has a different taste in music, and that is exactly how it should be. So don’t hate me if I don’t like your favorite act. It’s nothing personal.

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The opening was great because “Venus” is a fab song, and the remix was really good. And I was a fan of the show getting started super fast. It was lovely to just have an evening fun. Overall, I didn’t love anyone. And was there a memo that said, “wear a short, silver, glittery outfit”? I expected more craziness. I did rank everyone but wasn’t satisfied with any of it because even my higher ranks didn’t blow my mind. Oh well, at least we didn’t have to endure Madonna again.

So my top five were Portugal, Finland, Malta, Russia, and Cyprus. The ones I really disliked were Moldova and Ukraine. Sorry, not sorry! Again, there just wasn’t anyone who blew me away. Italy winning did come as a surprise, though. I mean, the public vote for them was insane. Still shocked, but that’s just the beauty of music: there is something for everyone, and nobody should feel bad. It’s a music competition, and it should be about having a fun evening. I’m not mad. My country got overall 3 points. Whatever, I had a blast. But now I’m wondering, how long until the UK blames their 0 points on Meghan Markle?

Anyway, I hope you had a great time, as well. Would love to hear your take on the whole thing. If your favorite act won, congrats, if not, life goes on. I’m only sad that we all have to wait a whole year for the next round.

Eurovision Song Contest

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01. Cyprus: Elena Tsagrinou – El Diablo
She’s lucky that she was the first one to wear a short, silver, glitter dress. I mean, what’s up with that? She looked hot, loved her haircut, and for me, it was one of the better performances. Although very Lady Gagaish. I constantly was singing “Bad Romance” in my head. It could have been a bit more unique, but I love Gaga, so whatever. I thought she was on fire.

02. Albania: Anxhela Peristeri – Karma
For a second, I thought she just stole the outfit. I also didn’t understand that choice, since the song is pretty dramatic, and the outfit, as well as her performance, did not match that at all. However, I did feel her, despite not understanding a word. I liked the oriental touches of the song.

03. Israel: Eden Alene – Set Me Free
Giiiirl looked fierce! It was a fun performance, very cool, good dancing, and the lights/background looked fab. She reminded me a bit of Ariana Grande. Probably cause of her petite figure and her hitting those high notes.

04. Belgium: Hooverphonic – The Wrong Place
I did not feel it at all. Not a fan of her voice, it was boring, and it felt like trying too hard to be dramatic.

05. Russia: Manizha – Russian Woman
The song sure had a fun beat, and I don’t know, I just didn’t expect any of it. I don’t even really know what to write about the performance. It was different but super cool, and I did rank it pretty high. The message, as well as including an online female choir, worked well.

06. Malta: Destiny – Je Me Casse
I definitely enjoyed that performance. Because yaaaassss, queen. She’s got some serious vocals. And she’s gorgeous. The dancers were hot, loved the hot pink. And yeah, I’m always here for a good girl power song.

07. Portugal: The Black Mamba – Love Is On My Side
I had goosebumps from the start. I mean, the music person in me was like yay. The ESC person in me was like I need more action. It was very soulful, I always love a good guitar solo, and in the end, I ranked this performance the highest because it was pretty much the only one that touched me.

08. Serbia: Hurricane – Loco Loco
Typical ESC but not that great. Lots of hair, makeup, and glitter. The show was fun but nothing special.

09. United Kingdom: James Newman – Embers
I guess the song was ok, but James just sounded like he was out of breath all the time, and he looked like he was wearing leather pajamas.

10. Greece: Stefania – Last Dance
Can somebody explain to me how a song is about dancing, and then, there is hardly any dancing during the performance? That doesn’t make sense to me. Can she even dance? A beautiful face, but that was it for me.

11. Switzerland: Gjon’s Tears – Tout l’Univers
Not sure what to say here. I often like the slower titles, but I didn’t feel this at all. It felt like a little over-the-top drama club performance. Nope, not a fan.

12. Iceland: Daði og Gagnamagnið – 10 Years
The 80s glee club decided to hit the stage. How sad for them not to be there live on stage. It was fun, very retro.

13. Spain: Blas Cantó – Voy A Quedarme
Beautiful performance, but I did not have goosebumps, which I must get with emotional songs. Otherwise, I’m out when it comes to the ESC. A very talented and good-looking man, but it wasn’t enough.

14. Moldova: Natalia Gordienko – Sugar
Oh wow, another silver glitter outfit. Not much of a voice there and not enough show to cover it up. I liked this performance the least.

15. Germany: Jendrik – I Don’t Feel Hate
Well, what can I say? I’m definitely not someone who just roots for my country because I live here. If it’s not good, it’s not good. I think Jendrik is a sweet guy, but I thought I was watching a segment on Sesame Street. It was fun, energetic and his message is an important one, but oh my…

16. Finland: Blind Channel – Dark Side
I’m not so much into heavy metal, but I thought they did well. Found myself doing a bit of mild headbanging. Mixing rap and rock is always a good idea. They sure burned down the stage.

17. Bulgaria: Victoria – Growing Up Is Getting Old
Cute is the word. Beautiful, sweet, obviously talented, but not very interesting.

18. Lithuania: The Roop – Discoteque
I had some Depeche Mode vibes, but in a crazy way. They certainly made me laugh out loud. At least they were unique and entertaining. Not my thing, though.

19. Ukraine: Go_A – Shum
Interesting is the word, but I did not like them at all. My ears hurt a bit. Definitely something different, which is always good, but some things you just feel and some things you don’t. My best friend loved them, and I wanted to turn off the TV, so that’s that. The flute was the best thing about the whole thing.

20. France: Barbara Pravi – Voilà
Sure, French chansons are beautiful, and they always create a very special atmosphere. The performance was not spectacular enough, and I don’t know, too dark for the song. And her high notes were not so fab. The whole performance felt more like being at a poetry slam.

21. Azerbaijan: Efendi – Mata Hari
Typical ESC: beautiful woman, sexy outfit, ok voice. Pretty boring. Lots of boom but no pow.

22. Norway: Tix – Fallen Angel
In his head, he was a wannabe member of an average 90s boyband. Wings, glitter shackles, headband… Nope.

23. The Netherlands: Jeangu Macrooy – Birth Of A New Age
It would’ve been a good gospel performance for church. Not enough for a big stage like that. Maybe more African elements in the music, the performance, the outfits were missing. The song did remind me a little of the Lion King, though.

24. Italy: Måneskin – Zitti E Buoni
What was up with the 70s inspired outfits? Between the two rock acts, I thought Finland was a lot better. But Italy’s singer was kinda hot. He has a gorgeous face. The song was ok, I guess.

25. Sweden: Tusse – Voices
Why didn’t they put up more of a show?! I mean, it was a solid performance, good voice, good song, but not in any way spectacular. Nothing to knock you off your feet.

26. San Marino: Senhit feat. Flo Rida – Adrenalina
Definitely a fan of the beats, the oriental sounds, and hello, Flo Rida. His flow always makes me want to party, and it was a good ending to all the performances.

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Welcome To My New Apartment

Posted on May 22, 2021 by haileyjaderyan

To be honest, I guess it’s not that new anymore, since I’ve been living here for over four months now. I’m just still bad with blogging. I blame it on all the housework that I now have to do. And although I don’t clean daily like a maniac, it can be a lot. But that’s what I get for getting such a big-ass place. It’s beautiful, though, and I love it.

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I must say that looking for apartments isn’t as fun as it sounds. It’s pretty stressful and ridiculous, and I’m just glad that I got lucky. I really did. I remember walking into the place for the first time, and I was in love immediately. Do you know what is also not fun at all? Moving, furnishing, and decorating everything during a pandemic. I had to order so many things online that I eventually got sick of online shopping. Never thought it was possible. But eventually, I got everything I needed. And it would’ve probably all gone faster with lots of helpers, but we kept it inside the family and still did a pretty good job. Not only with my apartment. Our whole family moved, and the entire house had to get emptied. Never doing that again.

Anyway, I’m not really known for being patient, so I wanted to get things done as fast as possible. Didn’t want to live out of boxes for months or not have proper lamps up a year later. It’s just not me. I already started ordering furniture back in October/November, which was a good idea, but there was so much more stuff I needed. Again, it’s a big place. The first new thing I got was a coffee table because that totally makes sense, right?! It all worked out, though. I just fell in love when I saw it. But just a tip: Even if you fall in love, think about it. Cause getting a table with a black glass surface was not smart. Anyway, by the end of February, I had everything. Lamps, pictures, plants, carpets – just all of it. Luckily, I had started collecting small things over the past few years, like kitchen stuff, towels, etc. Made it a lot easier. And I went nuts for rosegold. It just happened, and I’m not sorry.

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I have a big living/dining room with an open kitchen, a bathroom, bedroom, pantry, and my dream office with all my books, DVDs, my Disney collection, and just anything for hobbies, etc. Every time I step into it, it makes me happy. It’s colorful and fun. I also have a beautiful balcony that goes around my whole apartment. I have three doors in different rooms to enter it. And the view is beautiful. I sure got lucky.

So yeah, now I’m living here by myself, which is pretty nice. Also weird during a pandemic. I haven’t had many people over yet. I’m just so endlessly grateful that I got to take the family dog. And the two of us are living a pretty good life. The thing is, without him, I would be lost. I’m really good by myself, but this situation is just something else. And I know that without him, I wouldn’t have left the house in like four months. I know me. I’d just be in bed all the time and do a hell lotta nothing. But with the doggy, I have to get up, go outside, be active, and it helps a lot. It’s been a pretty big change, though, caring for him all by myself, but we adjusted pretty well. Good thing there is a park right around the corner, and I love going there. We now do almost everything together, and we’re just two peas in a pod. And, boy, was he happy when I finally got my couch. Sharing an armchair didn’t work for us.

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Anyway, I don’t really have anything else to say cause every day is pretty much groundhog day, but I’m sure that’s the reality for a lot of people. I sleep, work from home, cook a lot, get all my household chores done. My mom did my laundry for the first two months cause my washing machine didn’t get here, and then it wasn’t installed properly, but I now do it myself and feel very accomplished every time. We go for walks, run errands in the city, mostly on foot, now that I live somewhere a little bigger than a small village, and we’re overall doing pretty well. Notice how I write “we”? Yeah, it’s always the doggy and me.

I love having my own kitchen and bathroom and just all this space to myself. I can do whatever I want and also not do anything if I don’t feel like it. The postman has already seen me in pretty much every state, and the neighbors are ok I guess. It would be amazing, though, if they learned that doors don’t constantly have to be slammed. 

I took a video before and after putting it all together, which I would like to share. Cause yeah, I sure am proud of how everything turned out. And since I can’t invite lots of people yet, I at least want to show off a bit online. I have also done several room tours over video chat with my friends. Remember that show MTV Cribs? I’ve always loved it, and it always feels a bit like it. Anyone wanna send a camera team around? Kidding. Or not. And yes, I’m nor so great at filming.

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