It's not all doom and gloom.

As those who've read this blog before will have noticed, I have a very low opinion of myself. Particularly in the looks department. But lately I've been thinking that in spite of all that, all of us have certain things about ourselves that we think aren't all that bad. And to that end, here are mine.

• My eyes. They're big and blue and not a normal shape. But I like'em. I do have eyebrows that curve almost at a 45 degree angle to them, but they'll do.
• My bum. Okay, so it's not exactly small. And it doesn't look all that great in a pair of skinny jeans. But the majority of the guys I've dated in the last year have commented on it favourably. So it can't be all that bad surely? 
• My hair. Yes, I add a little (a lot) of length with extensions every so often but that's part of the fun. I've been at my happiest since I dyed it back to red. And I like to experiment. Today I'm sporting Pippi Longstocking-esque plaits. Tomorrow I'm debating curling and pinning it all. The possibilities are endless. 

I could write a much longer list critiquing my flaws but that wouldn't really serve any purpose except to make me feel a bit pants. I have a better idea....

• My thighs are my biggest body hangup. Really they are. It doesn't help that I have short legs in proportion to my body. However, they aren't as bad as I think. I wear tights with skirts, yes, because I'm insecure about them, but I've finally bought my first pair of Topshop skinny jeans. I've been terrified of trying them on because I'd convinced myself I'd never fit them. I'll say this for them - they look better on when I'm not in the store. Strange, but true. 
• I've had horrific amounts of orthodontic work done on my teeth. I used to look a lot like Goofy. I would never smile with my mouth open, I was so self-conscious, even after the work was done. Yes, my bottom teeth aren't quite in line any more but I've learned to smile properly. Just not in photos! 
• I've never had muscle in my upper arms. I'm weak as a kitten. I will lose in any play fight. I will say this for Starbucks though, it's toned up my upper arms a bit. My (former) least favourite part of my body, and then an assistant in River Island commented on them enviously. I have to say, that made me feel pretty good.

So there are a few silver linings to be had. Even when you're a massive Scrooge, like me. But I have been good and started my Christmas shopping. And bought many things for myself from Topshop. I will share the spoils of that another time. Let's just say, it was expensive!