I love a bit of cold – proper biting, crispy cold. And it was like that for a few days. Real winter, chilly enough to let you know when spring arrives. Like it used to be. These days – cut-price, commercial, modern days – nothing much changes. Year-round it’s damp breezes and grime. And padding along […]
Everything you need to know about olive oil
The parenting milestones no one tells you about
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 […]
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How to Fill a Weekend in London
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 […]
Why middle-aged women like cardigans
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 […]
Have You Saved Enough To Afford Retirement?
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 […]
