:: WHEN THE UNIVERSE CONSPIRES ::

“When you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it.”

(Paulo Coelho)

Do you ever have a bad day? What a silly question, of course you do, but what do you do when it happens? 

Usually when I have one of those bad days, it gets even worse cuz it`s like the universe is against me. The scenario of what I`m talking about, would be kind of like this: on the road, I`d hit every red light possible, in the store I`d pick the cashier, that of course is the slowest + something would be wrong with the card of the person ahead of me, so I`d wait for 20 minutes and be late for work + there would be a parking ticket waiting for me (cuz I`d thought I`ll be quick, 5min max). Then, when I`d come home I`d realize I forgot my phone in the office, so I`d use the internet to reach my friends, but it wouldn`t work due to some maintenance stuff and of course I`d be deeply disappointed, and try to read a book instead (the one that`s on my must read list for a while now), but It seems I can`t find it anywhere.

So, what should a girl/boy do? 

For me it works if I lay down and enjoy some cinnamon cookies + fruit/winter flavoured tea. 

Ah yes, December is coming and I`m pleased. It`s the only month in Winter that I really enjoy in....well, at least the last two weeks of it. Ok, and maybe a week of skiing in February is also not bad. :) 

xo, Maja <3 

Miss Earth 2012 Hotpicks Week 3

It's the third and final week of Miss Earth 2012. The candidates will be reunited again on Manila for the final preliminary events and for the rehearsals. 

1. Turkey - Ilknur Durasi

2. Puerto Rico - Darli Pacheco

3. South Africa - Tamerin Jardine

4. Venezuela - Osmariel Villalobos

5. Thailand - Waratthaya Wongchayaporn 

6. Czech Republic - Tereza Fajksova

7. Norway - Nina Fjalestad

8. Russia - Natalia Pereverzeva

9. Mongolia - Battsetseg Turbat

10. Sweden - Camilla Hansson

11. Spain - Nathalia Moreira

12. USA - Siria Bojorquez

13. Brazil - Camila Brant

14. US Virgin Islands - Carolyn Whitney Heller

15. Philippines - Stephany Stefanowitz

16. Paraguay - Alexandra Fretes

Watch out for our Final Hotpicks and Prediction this Friday!

Star Hellas 2012

A Star Hellas, Star Hellas and Miss Hellas

The most prestigious beauty pageant in Greece, Star Hellas is won by Vasiliki Tsirogianni (20, 5'9 1/2) on its 12th edition. She will represent her country at Miss Universe 2012 in Las Vegas this December. Miss Hellas is Athina Pikraki. She will represent Greece at Miss World 2013 at Bali, Indonesia on September of next year. B Star Hellas is Eftihia Lazarou and B Miss Hellas is Christina Georgopoulou.

:: DIY :: WEEKLY INSPIRATION ::

 Like I wrote on my FB page it`s a busy week and I barely manage to keep up with everything that`s going on. I saw that my last post was on Sunday so I have to make some updates, but the thing is, that my weekend is already all planned up and I doubt there will be any time for bloging, but for sure I`ll take some photos. Tomorrow I have a field trip with my work, on Saturday there is again an art fair in Celje (+ my friend will be there for the first time, check it out - WoolAround - I love her work!) and afterwards I`m going to Austria (Ikea trip - yes, sadly we don`t have it in Slovenia, but that`s allright). Saturday night is reserved for a housewarming party of my friends and on Sunday I`m hoping for a small hiking trip + I have to do a lot of reading! So, that`s it....I shared all my plans with you, even though that wasn`t my intention, but I`m not going to erase the text now, cuz that wouldn`t really make a lot of sense, right?

Anyway If you are still reading this, than I guess you like my writing or you are just really bored at the moment, but either way thanks for sticking with me. ;)

Oh and about the photos I`ve picked....I love DIY interior ideas + I have a lot of ideas of what to do, but I need time for all of that. Well, I`m sure one day it will happen. :)

xo, Maja <3

Fargevandring

ElleInterior + Hvitetulipaner.

Poppytalk + DaWanda.

Joannagoddard + Husohem

Miss Universe Haiti 2012

Miss Universe Haiti 2012 is Jacques Christela (22, 5'9 1/2) after a casting took place. She will represent her country at Miss Universe 2012 which will be held in Las Vegas this December. She is a model from Port-au-Prince. 

Senorita Colombia 2012

Senorita Colombia 2012 is Miss Valle - Lucía Aldana (22, 5'7 1/2). She will represent Colombia at Miss Universe 2013. Miss Colombia International 2012 is Lorena Hermida (Huila), she will represent Colombia at Miss International 2013. Runners up are Meta, Antioquia, and Atlantico. 

Laura Archbold of San Andres is the huge
favorite but failed to penetrate the Top 5.

Completing the Top 10 are San Andres, Magdalena, Tolima, Cesar and Guajira. 

The runner ups are expected to compete for minor pageants on the future.

Pageant Vixen Talks: Taylor Neisen

Last week on our "Pageant Vixen Talks," we had Miss World Netherlands 2012 and Miss Tourism International 2012, Nathalie Den Dekker. She told us many things about her. Indeed, she became a role model to everyone. I'm sure that her advocacy touched you hearts. This week, we have a new beauty queen on our "Pageant Vixen Talks" she is Taylor Neisen. Taylor represented South Dakota in the 2012 Miss USA. Get to know her more on this weeks "Pageant Vixen Talks."

UBC: Who is Taylor that people don't really know?

Taylor: I love kids and have worked as a nanny for over 4 years. My favorite animal is a pig. I love 70’s fashion. I dream of opening up my own Pilates and yoga studio someday.

UBC: Was it your dream to become a beauty queen?

Taylor: I initially started competing just for fun. I knew nothing about beauty pageants when I entered Miss South Dakota Teen USA as a 15 year old. With my competitive nature, the idea of winning kept me coming back, just like any other sport. When I realized what a great opportunity it was to win the title, I decided to really work at achieving my goal to become Miss South Dakota USA. Becoming a beauty queen was never my dream, but rather having the ability to make a difference. Putting on my sash and crown is so fun, but that’s not what being a titleholder is all about. I’m so thrilled to have the opportunity to give back.

UBC: Who inspired you to join Miss South Dakota USA 2012?

Taylor: My 11 year-old niece Julia. She looks up to me in every aspect of life. When I saw what a positive impression I was making in her life, it inspired me to compete for a title that would allow me to have that exact same impact in the lives of other young women.

UBC: How is it being Miss South Dakota USA 2012?

Taylor: A dream-come-true. I am honored to represent the great state of South Dakota. I have had the opportunity to work with so many awesome organizations including the Special Olympics, Children’s Care Hospital, VA Hospitals, Made For Shade, and Focus Driven.

UBC: What is your advocacy as Miss South Dakota USA?

Taylor: I recently became the spokesperson for an organization called Focus Driven. Www.FocusDriven.org. I hope to bring awareness to how deadly using a cell phone while driving really is.

UBC: How were you preparing for Miss USA?

Taylor: The two most obvious answers are eating healthy and working out. Aside from that, I have really been focusing on getting my mind right. Competing for the title of Miss USA is a once in a lifetime opportunity. It’s a huge deal and I want to make sure I can look back on this experience and not have any regrets.

UBC: How do you balance time with your family and being Miss South Dakota USA?

Taylor: I include them in all of my adventures as Miss South Dakota USA. This year isn’t just about me, so I love sharing this experience with them. They are SO supportive!

UBC: How did Chandra Burnham, Miss South Dakota USA 2011, helped you for your preparations?

Taylor: She showed me that dreams do come true. Chandra never gave up her dream of becoming Miss South Dakota USA. After 3 years of competing in the Miss South Dakota Teen USA pageant and never winning, it would have been easy to give up. But, Chandra really set and example that hard work pays off.

UBC: What strategy did apply so that South Dakota would place this year?

Taylor: I plan to just be myself. That’s something that none of the other contestants can do. Not a single one of them can be me. That already sets me apart from all of the other girls.

UBC: How will you treasure this experience as being Miss South Dakota?

Taylor: Every single day I have to pinch myself. This has been a dream come true and I constantly remind myself of that.

UBC: How will you share this memorable experience to your future children and husband?

Taylor: I love to scrapbook. I take pictures at every event and am working on putting them all together in a scrapbook of my year. I can’t wait to look back on it with my kids someday.

UBC: Beauty Tip To All.

Taylor: Wear sunscreen. The sun damages your skin even in the winter. It’s so important to use a daily moisturizer that has an SPF.

UBC: Message to all your fans.

Taylor: Thank you SO MUCH for all of your support. You guys are what make this experience worth it.

Hope that everyone of you get to know her through this interview. Universal Beauty Council wishes Taylor Neisen all the best! Thank you to Miss USA website for the photos. We would also like to thank Ms. Libby Watkins for allowing us to interview Taylor.