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The parenting milestones no one tells you about

December 18, 2017 By Ellen

It’s possible that before you conceive your first child, milestones are just those old things beside the road or on the set of a panto. Somewhere that Mr Whittington does his turning. You know? But that doesn’t last long. Soon everything is measured out and ticked off – compared to the average, or to her […]

Filed Under: boys, family, things I learned from my children today Tagged With: boys, children, family, humour, in my life, milestones, mum, My Life, parenthood, things I've learned

My top five gigs

December 18, 2017 By Ellen

Do you go to gigs? Once upon a time, I went quite often.  My first gig The summer of 1983 and I went to see David Essex at the Sands Centre in Carlisle. I went because he was on and I could get there, rather than out of devoted fandom. I stood on a chair […]

Filed Under: gigs, music, other things I have learned, review Tagged With: gigs, lists, music

How to Fill a Weekend in London

December 18, 2017 By Ellen

Our capital city, London is full to bursting with things to do, places to visit and sights to see. From history and culture to foodie delights, a shoppers’ paradise and much more, there is a never-ending stream of things to keep you occupied on a visit to the city. However, despite the wealth of attractions […]

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Why middle-aged women like cardigans

December 16, 2017 By Ellen

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Another tale from the estrogen wars   For many years, the cardigan was the epitome of mediocrity. A nothing kind of a garment – neither coat nor jumper. Worn by ditherers, fence sitters and the sartorially distressed. Although, I was looking through Krush clothing and found amazing fashionable women’s outfits for each season! It’s knitted […]

Filed Under: other things I have learned Tagged With: hot flush, humour, in my life, menopause, My Life, perimenopause, Something happened in my life, women

Have You Saved Enough To Afford Retirement?

December 16, 2017 By Ellen

Saving up for retirement is one of the most important financial considerations for all of us. As life expectancy increases, making sure that you’ve got enough money to sustain you once you stop working is getting harder than ever. We constantly hear about the importance of putting money away into a retirement fund but for […]

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