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Songs for funerals that I want at mine
Let’s #talkabout death baby! Let’s talk about you and me or whoever ends up organising my send-off from this planet. You are of course at liberty to add your own special touches to my final ceremony because hopefully you think I am so worth it. Seriously though, it is vital we talk about these things as it makes it easier on those we leave behind. Marie Curie have launched the biggest ever public awareness campaign about death. It is called #TalkAbout and aims to get the nation talking more openly about dying by having conversations with loved ones, friends and family. I have agreed to support this campaign and I…
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Menopause signs are not shameful – Pausitivity
I have written about menopause signs before. As regular readers know I like to champion women’s voices so I was delighted when the founders of Pausitivity asked for my help. Elizabeth Carr-Ellis shares the story of how Pausitivity came about and what the campaign is trying to do. “Pausitivity began from frustration. When I first went to the doctors to discuss my menopause signs, my GP had to search on his computer to print off information about it – four pages of A4 with a list of symptoms, the pros and cons of HRT and a few websites to go to, one of which no longer existed. It was information I’d…
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Things to Consider Before You Invest in a Private Number Plate
Contrary to popular belief, it’s not just rich and famous people who like to buy private number plates for their vehicles – in fact, they are becoming more and more popular with all kinds of drivers thanks to their wider accessibility. You might choose to buy a private number plate to increase the value of your car, hide it’s age, or just stand out from the crowd on the roads with a registration plate that displays your name, career, age, date of birth, children’s initials and so much more. When it comes to getting a private number plate for your car or van, the possibilities are endless and there’s something…
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Lingerie boutique owner shares her powerful story
I love to interview inspirational women on my blog in the hope that they will help other women take brave strides in their own lives. I am delighted to share an interview with Sarah Connelly who set up a lingerie boutique called Odyssey after switching careers. It’s a tale about how a job loss which can seem gut-wrenching at the time can act as a catalyst for you to follow your dreams. Tell us a little about your childhood and teenager years I’d peg my teenage self as a practical minded, studious, quite shy with a large dose of goof-ball thrown in. Always tall I towered over everyone. Thankfully my…
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Women’s lingerie buying and how to get it right first time
Buying knickers, bras and other lovely things should be fun. However purchasing women’s lingerie for a loved one or yourself can prove challenging. Fear not as we have an expert on hand with top tips to help you get it right first time. Women’s lingerie sizing Size is important. I highly recommend having a subtle snoop through the labels of your special someone’s current collection. Bra sizing is a combination of numbers and letters – for example 34B, 32DD and knickers will be labeled with numbers 8, 10, 12 – or a simple S, M, L. Jot the sizes down and take them shopping with you. Knickers The bottom line…
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Public relations career at an early age
I don’t remember knowing that public relations career was a thing until well into my twenties. I remember whilst working in an advice agency attending an event. There was a woman there representing a water company who was so pleasant and made the whole meeting so much more fun than usual. As I love to communicate and am interested in ideas, I think a public relations career would have suited me quite well. In the end, I did shape some of my jobs to include a degree of public relations. If you fancy moving into PR, be inspired by Ellie from the The Audit Lab who moved from apprentice to…
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Proactive Ways To Rise Out Of Your Winter Slump
(Pixabay CC0) The nights are drawing in sooner than later. The air outside is cold and biting. Vacation time is probably over for another year. The winter season is upon us, and like many people, your mood state might be less than cheery. At this time of year, low moods are common. For people already suffering from depression, their condition can be made worse because of seasonal affective disorder (SAD). This condition can also affect those people who, for most of the year, have a relatively upbeat state of mind. But going beyond SAD, this can still be a gloomy time of year for many of us, as we mourn…
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How to Prepare for a Trip to France
France is a dream destination. But how are you to prepare for a trip to France and choose where to go when there is so much to see? The country of France is a top destination for travelers, with its rich culture, historic sites, incredible food, and unforgettable landscapes that set a backdrop for a holiday that you’ll always remember. There are so many places to see in France that you may just need to visit more than once, but there are certainly top towns and sites to see for your first time there! How to prepare for a family trip to France Know emergency numbers before you go. You…
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Nutribullet food hacks to simplify your life
You have invested in a Nutribullet or had one bought as a gift. Are you making the most of it? Here are some easy Nutribullet food hacks to simplify your life when it comes to food, drink and even being eco-friendly. Nutribullet food hacks with wine Letting wine breathe is nothing new, but not everyone has the resources or patience to bring a decanter to dinner. If you’ve got a high-speed blender, don’t worry about it: you can hyper-decant inexpensive wine varieties in a blender for 30-60 seconds. How cool is that? Smooth And Creamy Almond Milk Once you try this recipe for homemade Almond Milk, you’ll never want the…
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Girls’ magazine editor shares her powerful story
I love reading other blogs. You often come across things you knew nothing about whether products, services or concepts. Recently I learned about girls’ magazine Kookie which aims to inform and empower our daughters. I contacted the inspirational woman who is the UK editor straightaway and she sent me some lovely copies of her fantastic magazine. I wanted to know more about the woman behind this girls’ magazine with a difference. Tell us a little about your childhood and teenager years I was born in Kenya and grew up in Botswana. It was an idyllic childhood in many ways, and I consider myself very fortunate to have adventurous parents who…
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Army woman shares her powerful story
I love to share the stories of inspirational women on my blog and to highlight great charities. I am able to do both with this powerful interview from an army woman of substance, Colonel Ali Brown who after an impressive career now helps the Women’s Royal Army Corps. WRAC lends support to women who have served in the Army. Tell us a little about your childhood and teenage years I had a very happy childhood living in a country town and spending most of my time outdoors. I enjoyed school and took every opportunity such as the Duke of Edinburgh Award. My teenage years were about school and the family…
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Life coaching can radically change your life
There used to be a cynicism about life coaching as a profession. I think that has changed in recent years and I believe that to be a good thing. We have coaches for sport and in the workplace. How amazing to work with someone who takes a holistic approach looking at the issues that might be holding you back in various areas of your life. Life coaching can radically change your life as Melissa from The Delicious Nutrionist explains in the following article. Melissa Kuman “My name is Melissa Kuman, I am a Registered associate nutritionist, life coach and NLP practitioner. I believe everyone deserves to be the healthiest and…
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Short-term disability and getting the help you need
Short-term disability is the term we use for those sort of accidents, illnesses or conditions that take you away from work for a short period of time. Short-term disabilities bring upset and stress. One of the things you don’t want to be worrying about at this time is money. You will need an income to make ends meet and for travel costs for medical treatment. You may also have a family to maintain. Disability benefits Some employers offer short-term disability benefits to their staff under a group benefits policy. If such benefits are paid, that relieves a lot of stress for the person affected by the disability and their loved…
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How to be a pro at mixing hardware finishes
So, you’ve set your mind to give your kitchen a complete makeover and have been saving stunning kitchen ideas for months now. You’ve chosen your kitchen cupboard colours and the flooring but feel a bit stuck when it comes to the hardware finishes and end up asking yourself “should I stick to one-colour finish all around?” or “should I go out of my comfort zone and mix a few different finishes?” Choosing a single finish does seem easier and everything will be coordinated. But what’s the fun in that? You’re giving your kitchen a complete makeover, you should have fun with it and make it something really special. After all,…
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Christmas Gift Ideas for Harry Potter Fans
It’s that time of the year again… well, almost! At least, it’s close enough to start thinking about what to give your friends and loved ones. Don’t you roll your eyes at me and say that it’s too early, if shops can start to sell Christmas things in July, I can write about Christmas gift ideas in November – it’s set in stone now and I’m doing it whether you like it or not. Christmas is one of my favourite times of the year. For me, Christmas has always been a synonym of big family get togethers, incredible food and the feeling of having eaten way too much for a…
