TMI TAG - Inspirational Monday #2

Hi My Land Browsers...

Ready for another Inspirational Monday??? I've been trying a lot to stick to my schedule & new sections and I'm trying to post as often as possible, so be good to me...please ;) 

I've really been trying to make this blog look better and be more fun and interesting. And because it would be nothing without you, please do leave suggestions and comments so I can really focus it, on what interests you best.

So, lately there's really been a trend on YouTube and Blogs, the TMI (Too Much Information) TAG and "Maryanne's Land" couldn't be any different. So if you like these kind of TAGs prepare yourself for another long one and if you don't really care all that much about my information, just look at the questions and do the TAG yourself ;p

Hope you like it ;)

QUESTIONS

1. What are you wearing? My pj's, too comfy to resist.

2. Ever been in love? Yes and I currently am.

3. Ever had a terrible breakup? All breakups are awful, so yes!

4. How tall are you? I'm about 5' 9 or in the metric system 1,77, as you prefer. 

5. How much do you weigh? Uhhh, that's so personal...127,6 lbs or 58 kg.

6. Any tattoos? Yes, two and with intention of more.

7. Any piercings? Just the normal ones on the ear, 3 on one side, 2 on the other.

8. OTP? Had to look it up...but definitely Hazel & Gus (The Fault in our Stars) or Katniss and Peeta (Hunger Games).

9. Favorite show? Currently in love with The Big Bang Theory, Mom and 2 Broke Girls. But I also love Sex and the City, Pretty Little Liars, Awkward...

10. Favorite bands? Bon Jovi, Marron 5, Nickleback, 3 Doors Down...

11. Something you miss? My mother and my BF...

12. Favorite song? That's too difficult but lately my favorite is Do what U want by Lady Gaga.

13. How old are you? Now 24, turning 25 in June.

14. Zodiac Sign? Cancer.

15. Quality you look for in a person? Honesty and Coherence. 

16. Favorite Quote? "Like all dreamers, I mistook disenchantment for truth" - Sartre.

17. Favorite actor? I would say Morgan Freeman, Tom Hanks, Colin Firth & Jack Nicholson...

18. Favorite color? Blue or Black.

19. Loud music or soft? A little of both, as long as the loud doesn't come after the soft or it will scare the hell out of me!

20. Where do you go when you're sad? Definitely my bed, with my cat, under the blankets with chocolate...

21. How long does it take you to shower? If it's just normal shower, 5 minutes, but if I have to wash my hair about 30 minutes.

22. How long does it take you to get ready in the morning? I'm a night shower so about 10 minutes, 15 tops (I use very little makeup).

23. Ever been in a physical fight? God, NO!

24. Turn on? Broad shoulders, a little bit of a beard, a cute and funny smile...

25. Turn off? When a guy thinks he is better then you...hate it!

26. The reason I joined Blogger? Well, I wanted to be a voice in the world, share my favorite things, set an example, inspire someone like I've once been inspired.

27. Fears? Death, loneliness, not being loved and spiders...definitely spiders!

28. Last thing that made you cry? Thinking that I'm not capable of coping with everything around me...

29. Last time you said you loved someone? Today, to my BF and my mother...

30. Meaning behind your blog name? I wanted this to be a place I could call home, my own little place in the world, where I make the rules and no one is superior than the others...a perfect place!

31. Last book you read? A book about a group that goes on adventures and time-travels, it was in portuguese.

32. The book you're currently reading? The Fault in our Stars.

33. Last show you watched? The Walking Dead.

34. Last person you talked to? My mum, we face time 24/7!!!

35. The relationship between you and the person you last texted? Boyfriend.

36. Favorite food? Steak and pasta (mummy's recipe).

37. Place you want to visit? Oh so many...Madrid, LA, Vegas, Miami, Japan, India, China, Australia, New Zeland...

38. Last place you were? Germany.

39. Do you have a crush? Yes, my BF...if not, maybe Ryan Gosling or Chris Evans...just saying...

40. Last time you kissed someone? Ohhhhh...I'm in a long-distance relationship, so last month...

41. Last time you were insulted? I really don't know...I think I try to stay away from offensive and hateful people...

42. Favorite flavor of sweet? CHOCOLATE, CHOCOLATE, CHOCOLATE!!! And everything with sugar on top...;p

43. What instruments do you play? My head and it's already way too much...I not very music prone...so none!

44. Favorite piece of jewelry? Bracelets and rings. I always wear a bracelet with a star representing my grandma and another with a clover/shamrock.

45. Last sport you played? Yoga...I guess!

46. Last song you sang? Unconditionally by Katy Perry.

47. Favorite chat up line? "If you were a Dementor, I'd become a criminal just to get your kiss". Kind of silly...

48. Have you ever used it? Never or maybe sometime as a joke but that's it!

49. Last time you hung out with anyone? Last week...I've had a mid-term today and so I've only seen my books lately. 

50. Who should answer these questions next? All my Land Browsers!

And that's a wrap...;)

XOXO

Maryanne C.

P.S. - I do not own any of these pictures.

Will you be my valentine?

So are you ready for tonight? Do you have any planes?

It doesn't matter if your boo has prepared a special night in or a fantastic amazing date!

You have all the reasons needed to doll up a bit...and who are we kidding...?

You don't need reasons to splash a bit of make up in your face! We are girls and it's a given right ;)

So I decided to post some options for a romantic yet natural look...

Remember, just be yourself and don't over do it x)

Hope you like my ideas ;)

EYES & FACE
everything you need for a perfect completion... 

LIPS
some options for the perfect kiss!

HAIR

these are just a few ideas, you'll look great no matter what...

 all suggestions from the amazing The Beauty Department

check out their website for the full tutorials on each look

all rights to these photos are theirs as you can see by the watermark

NAILS

you can go with something more classic like just pink or a statement nail look

 all suggestions were found on Pinterest

go check it out for more ideas if none of these are your cup of tea

all rights to these photos are from their creators as you can see by the watermarks

So spread the LOVE!

Be SWEET!

SING a love song to your special someone!

Give some SPARKLE to your "love" life!

& give your HEART to someone...I give mine to you!

Prepare for V day!

So Valentine's day is almost upon us....Do you have a date or are you waiting for one?

Well it doesn't matter...! I decided to come up with a few looks for some dates on this special day. You can enjoy my suggestions with your boyfriend, on a first day with a cute guy or if you don't fit in any of the options above just go out with your girlfriends and have a blast... There's no need to stay home crying over not having a plan...MAKE ONE! So go ahead, doll yourself up and have FUN!

If you do have a first date, just remember to be yourself and don't be nervous....just imagine how the guy is feeling! The most important thing is to be natural and enjoy your time...so good luck and maybe the night will end with a kiss! MUAH!

Hope you like my ideas ;)

MOVIE NIGHT

it is always a good idea to share some popcorns :)

    1. Dress from Vero Moda; 2. Blouse from Vero Moda; 3. Skirt from Stradivarius;

    4. Ballet flats from Blanco; 5. Trench coat from Stradivarius; 6. Clutch from Blanco;

7. iPhone case from Stradivarius & 8. Statement necklace from Stradivarius.

BOWLING FUN DATE

don't spare him and strike a victory or if you're no good ask for some tips ;)

     1. Jacket from Stradivarius; 2. Jumper from Stradivarius; 3. Jeans from Stradivarius;

  4. Sneakers from Bershka; 5. Necklace from Stradivarius; 6. Bracelet from Stradivarius;

7. Bowling bag from Stradivarius & 8. iPhone case from Bershka.

DINNER DATE

a nice opportunity to talk and get to know each other x)

     1. Peplum top from Vero Moda; 2. Leather pants from Vero Moda; 

3. Necklace from Stradivarius; 4. Bag from Blanco; 5. Open boots from Stradivarius; 

    6. Jacket from Vero Moda; 7. Dress from Vero Monda; 8. Bag from Blanco;

     9. Heels from Zara & 10. iPhone case from Bershka.

PICNIC UNDER THE STARS

there's not a better romantic background then a starry night*

    1. Dress from Romwe; 2. Leather jacket from Vero Moda; 3. Heels from Stradivarius;

    4. Bag from Stradivarius; 5. iPhone case from Stradivarius; 6. Necklace from Bershka;

& 7.Bracelets from Bershka.

DAY AT THE AMUSEMENT PARK

can a rush of adrenaline compare to the rush of holding hands or a stolen kiss ;*

    1. Jacket from Stradivarius; 2. Jumper from Blanco; 3. Jeans from Romwe;

    4. Flatforms from Stradivarius; 5. Backpack from Bershka; 

    6. Pack of bracelets from Stradivarius & 7. iPhone case from Stradivarius.

These are just some ideas, so if you don't have these shops (ZARA, Stradivarius, Blanco, Bershka, Vero Moda & Romwe) where you live, just go to your favorite store and look for something similar. These are just some pointers and things I personally would love to wear to the dates I mentioned. Above all don't forget to stay comfortable, after all it is a date and you don't want your top falling & showing more then needed in public. And don't forget to dress accordingly to the dates theme, so if you're going to the park try not to wear hells or don't go too formal if you know you're going out with a simple guy. SIMPLY BE NATURAL XD

And that's a wrap...;)

XOXO

Maryanne C.

P.S. - I do not own any of these pictures. But I made these collages myself. 

Christmas Wish List

Christmas is just around the corner!!! Just 4 days away and I couldn't be more excited!!! This time of the year isn't just about the presents but everyone has to admit that it is really great to unwrap gifts and find out what treasures lurk under the tree. Since I was little, I loved to tear the wrapping paper in pieces even if the gift wasn't for me...I'm that kind of weird ;)

So, this year I decided to compile a list of some of the things that I would like to see under the tree. Obviously not all the things in here will be my gifts, perhaps just one as I don't actually ask that much of my mother, but I though I would share just a bunch of ideas that I really like or just random things that I found browsing through the web and that I though would make cool gifts.

I hope all of you have a very good and joyful Christmas, with lots of gifts and sweat treats but especially with all your family and closest friends, for the best thing that Christmas brings is the shared memories. ENJOY!!!!

Hope you like my ideas ;)

BEAUTY WISH LIST:

 1. Too Faced Palette - A Few of My Favorite Things (50€)

2. Urban Decay Palette - Naked 3 (about 45€)

3. M.A.C. Holiday lip bag - Stroke of Midnight in Violet (47€)

4. O.P.I. nail polishes - Holiday edition by Mariah Carey (14€ each)

here the colors My favourite ornament, All I want for Christmas & Cute Little Vixen.

5. Sleek Blush Palette - Blush by 3 in Lace (13€)

6. Chanel nail polish in Cosmic (between 20-30€)

also check out other very beautiful colors like Provocation, Starlet & Elixir.

7. Lime Crime Lip gloss - Velvetines in Suedeberry (15€)

only available in some countries :(

FASHION WISH LIST:

1. Romwe Sweatshirt - Barbie Print (16€ ON SALE!!!)

also available in mint green.

2. Oysho Beanie - cat shape with ears (18€)

check out their selection cuz they have all kinds of different shapes.

3. Oysho Christmas ornament - fuzzy socks (10€)

a very cool and fashion way of giving socks as a Christmas gift. 

4. Pimkie Beanie - with embroided Geek word (8€)

there's also some shirts & sweatshirts with the Geek print.

5. Parfois Ring - double, chained and silver (7€)

6. Parfois Ring - folk with stone & silver (6€)

7. Romwe Sweatshirt - Cat face knitwear (17€ ON SALE!!!)

check out Romwe for cool cat prints if you're a crazy cat lover like me ;)

8. Marc by MJ Watch - Henry Skeleton Glitz Silver (255€)

9. Oysho Sweatshirt - Princess knitwear (30€)

10. Stradivarius Bag - cat print shopping bag (10€)

11. Oysho Minnie Cupcake - 1 pair of underwear (8€)

12. DIXI Shop Necklace - Night Phantom Quartz & Silver (27€)

13. Oysho Pajama Shirt - holiday Mum print (16€)

also check out the Mr. Wonderful Collection x)

TECNO & CULTURE WISH LIST:

1. Books - these are in portuguese but they are available in many languages,

so fill free to look out for them and if you have read any tell me what you think.

(from 16€ to 20€)

2. DVD's - Hunger Games, The Hobbit & Star Trek Into Darkness

I also enjoy some classics or some of the Hitchcock movies.

(from 10€ to 20€)

3. Pink USB cable and charger for the iPhone 4S.

(just 5€ on eBay!!!)

4. iPhone cover Little Miss Sunshine

I just realized that this is only for the iPhone 5 so it's kind of useless for me :(

(30€ from the Apple Store)

5. Magnetic Fish Eye Lens for the iPhone 4S.

(just 10€ on eBay!!!)

6. Lomography La Sardina The Guvnor London Edition

and this is what I really asked my mum for Christmas this year...

(the complete kit is 100€)

And that's a wrap...;)

XOXO

Maryanne C.

P.S. - I do not own any of these pictures. But I made these collages myself.

Random Things...

50 random things about me...

1. My name is Mariana Carvalho, with some surnames in the middle as my name is incredibly long!!!
2. I'm about 5 feet 9 inches or 1,77 meters. Pretty tall for a girl. :) 
3. I was born on the 28th of June and this year I've turned 24, so do the math...;p
4. My zodiac sign is Cancer and I absolutely think that there's no better sign to describe me.
5. I'm portuguese born, with portuguese mom and angolan father.
6. My hair color is hazel nut though none of my parents have that hair color. It comes from my granddad, mother's side. 
7. I have had my hair in so many different ways and quite a few colors that I can't even remember all...
8. I think long hair suits me best but I get easily tired of it and tend to do some major chopping after a while only to later miss my long hair again. 
9. I hate if someone says my eyes are brown, for me they are AMBER...lol!
10. I regret the fact that I have to wear glasses because I'm as "blind" as a mole. NOT JOKING!!! I can barely see without glasses/contacts. 
11. I'm an basically an only child and I have no problems/complains about it. 
12. I'm very perfectionist, kinda of OCD perfectionist. I like everything done my way. 
13. I'm allergic to a few things like dust, grass, dog hair and cat hair...;p
14. I have 2 tattoos on my body, all in decent places and with deep meaning to me...lol...but I intend to increase that number.
15. The only condition that my mom had for me getting tattoos was that she chose the place and went with me and she actually ended up paying for both of them as a gift.
16. I have 3 ear normal piercings in my right ear and 2 normal ones on my left ear.
17. I have an obsession with the Cookie Monster...I have stuffed cookie monsters, I have mugs, I have pj, I have it all...
18. My favorite Disney Princess is Ariel, I love her to bits ever since I was a child and I secretly hope I could be a mermaid...!
19. My favorite number is 7. 
20. My favorite colors are blue, red and black...oh and i really like orange and green for decorating purposes. 
21. I live alone in a studio/apartment, which I own myself. It was an investment my mother decided to make. 
22. I moved to Spain more than 6 years ago to study Medicine and I've been living alone for more then 3 years now and I quite enjoy it.
23. I don't regret at all having to move out of my birth country and I don't see Spain as my last stop in life.
24. I have a cat, is name is Toby and he is 3 years and a half, almost. He is the love of my life but we do have a hate/love relationship because I'm bossy and he definitely doesn't like to be bossed around. 
25. Back in Portugal I share 2 dogs with my mom, and though Toby is the only pet I really take care of I still love my 2 dogs to bits.
26. The names of my 2 dogs are: Macau and he is 14 years old and Peque and he is about 5 years old.
27. Because I had to move to pursue my dream career I can speak fluently Portuguese, Spanish, English, Catalan and I can understand French and a little bit of Arabic. 
28. I have an obsession with languages...they are my strength and I would love to speak fluently at least 11 languages: Portuguese, Spanish, Catalan, English, Italian, French, German, Russian, Japanese, Mandarin and Arabic. It's a project XD
29. I love to read...like loads!!!! Each Summer I can probably read about 15-20 books if that's all I have to do.
30. I simply adore dancing and I think I can dance quite well, but not if someone is telling me the steps because I lack coordenation...I like to dance my own way...lol!
31. I'm tone deaf, I cannot play an instrument for the living "life" out of me...like none at all!!!
32. I'm not very creative like drawing and stuff, but I think I'm quite the handy Gal. 
33. I have always had diaries, some I has able to finish trough, others not so much, but I always enjoyed writing down my thoughts and frustrations. 
34. I'm a symbol gal...I love me some symbols...for me everything has a meaning. 
35. I hate and cannot kill the smallest of spiders but I have no problem slapping a cockroach with a piece of cardboard.
36. Chocolate is an obsession of mine...I have to eat chocolate at least once a day. Worst habit but all so true.
37. Food wise I dislike pees, mushrooms and I cannot eat for the life of me CHEESE!!! I can't stand fridge fresh cheese, it has to be a little bit melted...I love Pizza, lool.
38. I'm a tea person and really can't enjoy the taste of coffee unless it was a tone of sugar in it. 
39. I have the most difficult time trying to fall asleep because I simply can't relax and disconnect my mind.
40. I have the level I of Reiki practice. 
41. I love makeup and I'm proud to say I can teach my mom a few things. 
42. The first time I painted my nails red I was 18...I know...late bloomer!
43. I don't think I am or ever will be able to manage to do an winged eyeliner.
44. I collect watches, I mean I have more than most normal people, but I don't really splurge on them. 
45. I also collect tickets...every stort of them...metro, bus, museum, plane, concerts, events, amusement parks, room keys, everything I can get my hands on while traveling. 
46. I've already been to a total of 30 countries so far, because my family loved to travel and we did it twice a year until I moved.
47. I don't have the biggest group of friends because I have problems confiding in people.
48. I have trust issues....I don't trust anybody but my mom. And my bf. And my BFF.
49. I do have a boyfriend, we have been dating almost a year now but I don't want to say is name...just can say that he is German and a year younger than me. 
50. When I "grow up" I wanna be like my mom...she is my life...we share the some soul (sometimes)...;D

XOXO

Maryanne C.

P.S. - The images are from we.heart.it, I do not own any of these.