» NERVES
I've been feeling horrible today - headache, pain in my stomach and what not.. I thought I was sick but now I think that I've been feeling waaaay too nervous for tomorrow - first day of university(!).
So it has been a quite easy day - didn't do much (except for driving) and trying to decide whether or not I want to throw away some clothes - or re-style them (but that will need another post!).
To make my nerves step down, my sister made me a smoothie! She's such a sweetheart (sometimes :p ).
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» FACE CANDY
I received a facial gift card on my graduation (from my uncle - he knew I wanted it badly hahah) and got my first facial (ever) today!
My skin was in need of it and it's so smooth! I'm afraid to touch it hahah.. The pores are gone, it looks great - BUT it's quite red.. The lady said that it would be a bit red afterwards - but will gradually fade. The downside is that I can't wear any makeup on my face today.. Other than mascara and eyebrow pencil.. And lipstick/gloss - but that will only highlight the redness in my face.. (unless it's nude).
So from now on, hopefully, I'll be going to the clinic frequently - to get rid of some scarring (stubborn spots) I've got. Will see how that goes!
In the meantime, the lady was so sweet and gave me a bunch of products to try out - since I'm in the market for new skin care products (mine are drying my skin out..).
What's your favorite skin care product? X
» I'M ALIVE!
Celine Dions "I'm alive", anyone?
Anyways, I AM alive! Had my first driving class today; last time I drove was about two months ago - with my daddaayy and uncle! (I'm officially hyped up!).
The driving class went good! Minus the fact that I had to wake up early.. The class is at 8 tomorrow.. Kill me please!
So yeah, I won't cause any danger to the streets in my beloved Malmö! :D
» BEHIND THETRUTHABOUTLIFE
I've come to the conclusion that I like blogging. In fact, I love it!
I can write whatever I want, and really type every thought I have. It's almost like keeping a diary; you write down every thought, every feeling, everything there - but slightly different.
While I was reading some blogs earlier today, I realized that the only reason (or one of the reasons) that I kept reading was because of the pictures. Bloggers post pictures of themselves on their blog - so that readers can put a face to the name.
So, I think you guys deserve to know the face behind THETRUTHABOUTLIFE.
» WE ARE NEVER EVER GETTING BACK TOGETHER
I stumbled upon this song earlier today, and I like it..
Is there any current song you're obsessed with? ♥
» 2012
They said that everything will reach its end this year.. That we all will die.. That our planet won't exist..
I didn't believe in that - "How can they put a date to the end of the world?" I thought.
And here I am, with the same mentality as before, still not believing in the 2012 phenomenon but with a new belief - this year is not a good year.. There is something about this year that is turning everyones lives upside down. Heartbreaks, loss, fights, war and the list can go on.
This year has frightened me enough, I've been taught life lessons, learnt by other peoples mistakes and gone through rough times with people I care about. If I could fast forward through life, I would. I want to have a sneak peak on the last chapter to see if there will be a happy ending.. But nothing you go through is for nothing, right? Or that's what I'm hoping.
I truly wish that your twenty-twelve is being better than mine
XO
/Laila
» NEW DECOR
After going to the yearly Malmö Festival with my mom, I decided to "deep clean" my room.. And get rid of the clothes I don't use - that have been laying in the same boxes for years (I take them out every now and then to decide wheather I want them or not, and put them back haha). So that's what I've been doing this afternoon!
We bought some flowers for charity purposes - the money goes to charity - and then realized that the colors go with my room; so now I've got something green and blossomy!
The makeup I use on daily basis is on a glass cake tray, brushes moved into glass holders - along
with some cotton pads and a single Q-tip LOL! The flower photo is yellow because of an unknown
reason.. My clothes are color coordinated, which tend to give a very shop-ish feeling and makes it
easier to find what I'm looking for
xx
/Laila
PS. Don't mind the previous post, I was about to delete it, but thought it'd be fun to keep it up!
» MONA!!!!!!!!!! :D
HI.
MONA. ROCKS!
» GROWING UP
While my sister is picking out an outfit to wear on her first day of High School (Gymnasiet), I went back in time to go through my first day.. I met the not yet 15 year old me (bday in September; school starts in August) in side bangs, long hair, eyeliner and tons of necklaces.
If I could go back in time, I wouldn't change any of it. Even though the outfit - a blue and white striped shirt, which btw looked like a balloon.. and jeans - wasn't much glamorous.. I think I somehow looked like a raccoon around my eyes, which might be the reason why I haven't worn eyeliner on my waterline since.
Meeting my classmates for the first time, being close to town (my HS was in the middle of the city - close to everything), dressing up for Halloween - and winning "best dressed class" for two years in a row! (no one bothered dressing up for our senior year) - late nights in the library, going to prom and graduating. I will miss those years. But everything is "bigger" now - uni!
I actually look forward to discover what life has to offer now that I'm all "grown up" (?) - please! Me? Grown up?! It's a joke.. :P
I wish you guys an amazing first school day (to the ladies and gents in Sweden - not sure when other parts of the world start school hahah).
Remember lovelies;
- Judy Garland
» IT'S A GIRL THING
I've been feeling very down and low these last few days, but a weekend of catching up with friends and a shopping day with mom has made me climb up from the ground. Friends and family really are mood-bringers (?) - new word?
Anyhow, I really have to show you guys my Eid - which is tomorrow - outfit. And I have planned a nice photoshoot featuring the outfit tomorrow - pray that the weather will be on my side :D
What have you lovelies been up to?
Picture is from here.
» THETRUTHABOUT - One in a million or one out of a million?
One in a million or one out of a million?
There are so many people in our lives that don't appreciate us and just simply take us for granted - you don't know what you have until it's gone, right?
The thought of losing a dear friend or anyone close is horrible, and when it happens, it's unbearable. But what do you do when someone doesn't seem to appreciate you?
When they don't seem to contact you or take their time to ask about you in difficult times, you can't keep running after them, chasing them and asking about them. Sometimes, limits should be set to friends, even dear ones..
Days turn to weeks, weeks turn to months and you start wondering why they haven't taken their time to ask how you've been. That's when you should slowly let that friendship go. A person that doesn't care about you shouldn't be in your life and should certainly not be your friend. Friendship is much more than writing a text every now and then on holidays.
Oh, how many girls I've seen in that seat. Wondering what they have done wrong and feeling increadibly terrible. To all of you that are going through this phase, you should know that there is nothing wrong with you. As Bruno Mars said; "You are amazing, just the way you are". And it couldn't be more true!
Picture is from here.
“To the world you may be just one person, but to one person you may be the world.” --Brandi Snyder
» THETRUTHABOUT - BEAUTIFUL ENOUGH?
I dedicate this post to every single girl that doesn't have the confidence to see the beauty she's reflecting in the mirror - from the inside and out.
If you pay attention to people that walk past you, and you make a deal with yourself that you have to find one thing you like about them, you will find more than one thing. Why? Because each and everyone of us is unique.
Imagine someone having the "perfect" nose, lips, eyes, chin, body, hair etc etc. I can guarantee you that the image of "the perfect person" (guy or girl) in my head is much different than yours. Why? Because our view upon beauty differs.
The portray of beauty in magazines and TV is not beauty. Being half naked isn't beautiful, is it? Modesty and elegance is more beautiful if you ask me. But again, our view upon beauty differs. That "perfect" actress you see might be the most miserable person on earth. What's the point of her beauty then?
The thing is, no one is perfect. We all lack something. And that, ladies, makes us even more special and beautiful. That weird eyebrow of yours, that doesn't behave no matter what you do to it, is gorgeous and it's making a great job framing your eyes. You see, those little imperfections lead to beauty. Don't you agree?
Stand in front of the mirror, look at yourself and find your beauty - inner and outer. No one should be able to bring you down or tell you that you're not good enough. You are you. Isn't that beautiful enough?
» "Surely we belong to God and to Him shall we return"
A lot has happened since last time I blogged. And I've started catching myself with thoughts about life, death and what's in between.
Death is near. It truly is.. We will never know when our time is coming, when we are turning into ashes - but one thing is certain; if we don't live everyday like there's no tomorrow and aren't thankful enough, we won't find peace in the hereafter.
Life is too short to be playing around and making one too many mistakes. Sure, we should learn by our mistakes but;
"A wise man learns by the mistakes of others, a fool by his own"
I simply want to remind you guys, and myself, that we shouldn't take anything for granted. We shouldn't fight - because we never know if we won't ever see the person we just fought with again. We should be caring, respectful, loving and thankful.
"Surely we belong to God and to Him shall we return" Quran [2:156]
» YESTERDAY
Since I hate boring intros when starting a post, I'll keep this short.
This is what I did yesterday:
1. Had ftoor (broke my fast) at my uncle's house.
2. Sleepover at my cousins.
And I must say that I Instagram more than blogging - it's easier to update it..
» INSTAGRAM - @lalilaa
So you have all noticed that I don't update my blog very often, which is why I wanted to tell you guys about my Instagram - I'm addicted!
Aaaand I update it like crazy.
@lalilaa at Instagram
» BEAUTIFUL LIGHTS
Hey lovelies! I hope you guys have been well - and I haven't blogged for what feels like ages!
That's going to change.
Anyways, I'm back in Sweden, dreaming about skyscrapers and fun days. If you only know how I want to go back to UAE.. But we gotta get on with our lives, right?
A little update about me:
I'm going to uni - a future molecular biologist! You might wonder why I won't be studying pharmacy. The truth is that it's not considered as a "good job" where I want to work - hint: another country - and they would probably not even hire me.. So I thought I'd try this - since I really like biology, and DNA = molecular biology. And if I realize that I don't like it, there's always a next year, right?
There are two more stuff that I'd like to share with me, and I will, later on - I feel that I've changed, literally, inside and out! (A good change, I believe..).
Let me know what you guys have been up to!
xx
If you only knew how much I love this picture - taken by me in Sharjah, UAE
» CANDYLICIOUS, COOLINGAR AND CINNAMON ROLLS
Here are some pictures from my time at UAE so far - that you are allowed to see, of course ;)
Jetskiing + sun set = the most amazing thing I've ever done. And I thought that diving was cool.. Ok, it
is, but still..
The Dubai Mall doesn't fail to impress me.. ever.
"It's infinitely easier to feel on TOP of the WORLD wearing 7 inch HIGH HEELS" - indeed. Or what do
you think, ladies?
Strolling around at the worlds biggest candy shop. It's very normal. Not unusual or anything.. Candy -
in huuuuuge amounts - I see that everyday! Ok, enough with the sarcasm.
I want to climb up that candy tree and eat candy all day - lol.
Impressed by the candy?
SKITTLES!
Is it just me or do you guys feel the urge of swimming in the candy ocean?
I don't like lollipops, but I wouldn't mind having one of those..
One word - yum!
A genious quote - "Forget LOVE - I'd rather fall in CHOCOLATE".
Having skittles in a store
.. AND chilling with Pinocchio!
I've went shopping at Sephora..
Seen statues being suicidal.
Recieved ELLE cups as a gift..
Walked around in Tunisia
Said 'Hi' to coolingar
Had cinnamon rolls at Cinnabon..
.. and not so yummy shakes
Waited for the police to do their thing as a car was burning.. (Had to wait for them to clear the way)
Got the cutest shoes ever!
Had Ramadan yummies..
.. and more Ramadan yummies
Had Cappuchino at a "Ramadan tent" at Jumeira-Dubai..
..and watched as the staff were singing 'Happy birthday' to a b-day girl!
..and I've had the low-budget ice-cream at McDonald's.. I wish that I like it, but I don't :/
» RAMADAN MUBARAK
I'd like to wish a ramadan mubarak to all my muslim brothers and sisters out there.
I hope you guys find the strength and spirit during this month and that you are aiming to change something about yourselves - for the better, of course.
This month, I'm opting for a change that might change my life - being dramatic again Laila?
And I'm looking forward to it!
Ramadan mubarak, once again ♥
PS. To all of you lovelies in Sweden - I'm really, really feeling with you guys today.. It can't be easy these first days(too many hours!.) And as I'm writing this, you haven't had your iftaar yet..
» GET THE LOOK - OLIVIA PALERMO
If there is someone I am inspired by - makeup wise - it is Olivia Palermo. Her makeup is always perfectly flawless and gorgeous. It is dewy, but yet covering. So I thought I'd put together a get-the-look post.
» THETRUTHABOUT - AIRPLANE FRIENDLY
Since I'm traveling tomorrow, I put together an outfit inspired by my own outfit (the one I'm wearing on the plane). Firstly, nothing can go wrong with a maxi dress (mine is from Zara, not the one below) and its very flowy (chiffon) and comfortable. I could literally run a marathon wearing it. I will pair it with a jean shirt since it will look more casual and dressed down (mine is from H&M, not the one below - nothing below is "mine").
A necklace and a watch makes it look more dressed up, but will be played down by the sandals and the jean shirt.
Why two bags? One to keep everything in, such as book, diary (yes, I bring a diary with me on planes..), an empty notebook, makeup and what not. In the smaller bag I keep my phone, face mist, hand cream, first aid kit and so on.
I will try to blog as much as I can from the trip, but if I dont, I wish you all a happy summer ♥