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2018 in review – highlights and lowlifes

December 20, 2018533 Views6 Comments

A look back over my personal challenges, activities and achievements. Because if I don't write it down, it's like it never happened. [read more]

Vauxhall Grandland X: keeps calm while you carry on

November 23, 2018431 Views6 Comments

The ignorant petrol head “Dear Vicki, would you like to drive our brand new SUV, the Grandland X? Love Vauxhall.” “Dear Vauxhall, you had me at ‘drive’. Love Vicki” Or words to that effect. And so started the chain of events, which led me to … [read more]

Fun Wisdom

Lethargy beating tips to energize and recharge you

November 18, 2018354 Views2 Comments

What’s GBBO got to do with it? Hot on the heels of my last post about unwinding from the stress of modern life, comes new research about the best ways to recharge during the winter months. A study by E.ON revealed that 42% of Brits … [read more]

Fashion

The midi skirt edit – how to wear this essential fashion staple

November 04, 2018563 Views3 Comments

Not a dedicated follower of fashion I have never been a glossy magazine reader. Because I’m not an avid follower of fashion, my style has barely changed in 15 years. It’s all jeans and baggy jumpers when I’m at home, and tunic or skater style … [read more]

Fun Wisdom

How to unwind from the stress of modern life and WIN A BED

October 24, 2018541 Views157 Comments

Modern life is occasionally rubbish I’ve had a crappy week folks. The boiler packed up, taking with it any hope of a hot shower and making me resort to multiple layers and fingerless gloves to carry on my work from home. The car alarm kept … [read more]

Fun Wisdom

Life hacks in the kitchen: 12 top tips for an easier life

October 07, 2018505 Views4 Comments

This post doesn’t really need much of an introduction. Who doesn’t love a life hack? Here are my favourites to make life easier in the kitchen. My pleasure. 1.The best way to clean your chopping board: rub a handful of salt around the surface with … [read more]

Fashion Wisdom

Are progressive lenses right for you? Everything you need to know.

September 26, 2018573 Views6 Comments

Channelling Dame Edna You may have seen on Instagram that I have some pretty funky new glasses. They’ve had almost unanimous praise. The only detractor is Mr Maven who thinks they’re a bit Dame Edna. Pah. This is a new look for me, and also … [read more]

Beauty Fun

Join The Age Well Revolution. Together we’re stronger.

September 07, 2018513 Views0 Comment

The invisible middle According to We Are Superhuman’s Invisible Middle Study, 70% of women in their 40s and 50s feel they are largely ignored by the mainstream media. We live in a society that values youth over experience, beauty over wisdom. The media projects an … [read more]

Food

Mango meringue pie, a simple recipe with only 5 ingredients

August 14, 2018484 Views2 Comments

I don’t consider myself a food blogger, but once or twice a year I’m approached to create a recipe in collaboration with a brand. I always have to check, and then check again, that the brand in question understands what an utterly lazy cook I … [read more]

Beauty

Why you should use a face serum and my pick of the best

August 03, 2018869 Views1 Comment

A couple of weeks ago, a friend took me discretely to one side to ask me what filler I inject into my face. I’ve never used a filler. I attribute my good skin to two things: genetics and the consistent use of high quality skincare … [read more]

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Beauty

The honest blogger’s review of the NEWA skincare device

May 25, 201713504 Views14 Comments

Face yoga is a thing now and it’s dividing opinions in the health and skincare industry. Some say face yoga is as beneficial as Botox or surgery and that facial exercises help banish fine lines and sagging, by increasing blood circulation under the skin. Critics … [read more]

Puppy love. Is having a puppy like having a baby?

February 10, 20173600 Views14 Comments

I grew up with dogs. Shetland Sheepdogs were our breed of choice. They were lively, gentle, loyal and incredibly hairy (a bit like me – apart from the gentle bit). Whisky was my favourite. I teased him relentlessly, but he was my best friend. His … [read more]

Wisdom

How to tame your inner demon

January 12, 20184284 Views13 Comments

The demon in my head I have a voice in my head and she’s a real bitch. She’s a demon and she is very busy, chattering and chipping away at my confidence. She beats me up from the inside, keeps me dwelling on past events, … [read more]

Fashion Fun Wisdom

The Ethical Christmas Gift List

December 08, 20152571 Views12 Comments

It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas, even though for bloggers, Christmas started with the press shows in July. Last year I wrote several gift list posts, including a specific list for beauty fans and another full of bizarre, unusual and downright crazy gifts … [read more]

Wisdom

Bring me sunshine

November 05, 20162457 Views12 Comments

I was invited to speak at an event this week, attended by all my University friends. And I wish with all my heart that none of it had ever happened. You see, the event was a funeral, the speech was a tribute and all my friends … [read more]

Fashion Popular posts

5 tips to help you find your personal style

February 11, 20163118 Views12 Comments

“I have nothing to wear”. How many of us start our day by muttering this under our breath? The experts say that we only wear 20% of the clothes in our wardrobes. I have been hoarding clothes for years and I reckon I only wear … [read more]

Popular posts Wisdom

Is fear of failure paralysing you?

October 15, 20151672 Views12 Comments

I’ve been meaning to tackle the issue of fear for a long time. I mean the sort of fear we feel in our professional lives, which prevents us from doing anything new or making changes to our circumstances, even when we’re unhappy continuing with the … [read more]

Fashion

Autumnal fashion shoot

October 01, 20151812 Views11 Comments

I am not claiming to be, nor do I have any desire to become a fashion blogger. This post is taking me totally out of my comfort zone. I won’t bother you with my insecurities and I’m not fishing for compliments. This post was born … [read more]

Popular posts Wisdom

A brave man’s legacy

May 04, 20175435 Views11 Comments

So this is not my average frivolous rant, or product review. This is important. My brother in law, who I will call ‘Alan’ to respect his family’s privacy, has suffered four years’ of cancer. It began in his tonsil and eventually spread to his lungs … [read more]

Wisdom

Running to catch up

September 23, 20162140 Views10 Comments

I bloody hate exercise. It was all so easy in our twenties. In those heady days my friends and I managed to stay relatively slim and fit, by surviving on toast and vodka and going clubbing at least once a week. We focused on starting … [read more]

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2018 in review – highlights and lowlifes

Vauxhall Grandland X: keeps calm while you carry on

Lethargy beating tips to energize and recharge you

The midi skirt edit – how to wear this essential fashion staple

How to unwind from the stress of modern life and WIN A BED

Life hacks in the kitchen: 12 top tips for an easier life

Are progressive lenses right for you? Everything you need to know.

Join The Age Well Revolution. Together we’re stronger.

Mango meringue pie, a simple recipe with only 5 ingredients

Why you should use a face serum and my pick of the best

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