I might be fat but I’m still f**king awesome

I’m on the train on my way home from a birthday meal. I’m now a 41-year-old woman and a size 20/22. Please make yourself comfortable while I tell you the story of a 16-year-old girl who was a size 16 and convinced she was grotesque. I remember vividly wanting to look different. To be thinner. …

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Yoga – an exercise for all abilities, you only need a mat!

This is a collaborative post  Having a chronic illness I struggle with a lot of forms of exercise. I have tried all sorts but one that I come back to time and time again is yoga The great thing about yoga is you can practice it pretty much anywhere which, let’s face it, at the …

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*Win* A beautiful Hummingbird Necklace with Jana Reinhardt worth £89

Jana Reinhardt Hummingbird necklace

When I saw the gorgeous jewellery by Jana Reinhardt I was blown away.  I’m very excited to be able to give away a silver Tiny Hummingbird Necklace – read on for how to enter I love silver jewellery but I am quite picky. Despite having a fair bit of permanent body jewellery I don’t often …

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The Massage Company, Tunbridge Wells – a review

The massage company tunbridge wells kent

I’ll be honest, when they approached me to review, I wasn’t sure what to expect from The Massage Company I had visions of it being a bit clinical. Less “spa”, more “corporate”. I expected it to be kind of like a supermarket for massages. Go in, pick one, pay and leave. This was not our …

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Stepping into Spring with Jacamo

Now, Monsieur Incidental is no Freddie Flintoff Or Johnny Vegas for that matter, so when we were asked if he’d like to review clothes for Jacamo we thought “they only make clothes for ‘Big & Tall men’” – we were wrong. Monsieur Incidental is tall but not of epic proportions. He can buy clothes in …

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Shoes every mum should own

Women like shoes. And just because you’re a mum now doesn’t change the fact that a cute pair of shoes can give you the confidence you need to take on the day. You like pumps, leopard print, boots, and wedges. But before you go crazy, make sure you have the essentials. The shoes that every …

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What I wore over Christmas and New Year

I know, the question on everyone’s lips is “What did I wear over Christmas and New Year?” Well, apart from an assortment of pyjamas because, frankly, Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without a PJ day…or twelve. We even have matching ones for Christmas Eve – yes we are one of THOSE families. Moving on. I rarely …

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Christmas Party Outfits

Do you love to add some sparkle? Or are you someone who wears something different to the norm because it’s Christmas and why not? Whatever way you like to dress during Christmas party season, it’s time to start thinking of what to wear to some of the dos you have planned. Whether it’s the festive …

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Sleeping masks for the best night’s sleep

Studies have shown that getting a good night’s sleep is difficult for many adults in the UK.  One of the simplest ways to ensure a good nights sleep is to invest in a decent mattress from a reputable company like Dreamers Bed Centre, who sell Wigan beds. I know from personal experience a mattress suited …

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Alternative gifts that cool mums will love this Mother’s Day

#alternative gifts #mothersday

In case it has escaped your notice Mother’s Day is fast approaching. As usual I have left this guide until the last minute…unless you’re reading this after 11th March 2018 in which case I’m early – you’re welcome! I decided to create a list of things other than personalised tea towels, teapots and books because, …

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