Enjoying life after 50
Feeling anxious from time to time is something many of us experience, especially as we get older. Health concerns, family responsibilities, finances, and the constant demands of everyday life can leave us feeling overwhelmed. We need to learn how to calm anxiety before it grows into something less manageable. For me, anxiety has always been …
7 Simple Ways to Calm Anxiety and Feel More Peaceful Every Day Read More »
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to spend the night inside a centuries-old church? We decided we wanted to find out and went camping in a church. Recently, I experienced something completely different from traditional camping—a night of “Champing”, where you can stay overnight in beautiful historic churches across the UK. It …
Camping in a Church! My Unique Overnight Stay at All Saints Church, Muggleswick Read More »
As we move into Spring and feel the warmth of summer on the horizon, you will benefit from some spring to summer wardrobe essentials. Among all the seasonal essentials available, dresses are definitely one of the most versatile and easy to wear pieces you can own. They can be work with spring’s unpredictability and also …
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As the days get longer and the weather gets warmer, our wardrobes naturally shift to reflect the changing season. This summer, if you’re looking for clothes that combine comfort, style, and breathability, then level up your style with these fabulous linen blend trousers. Both chic and wonderfully practical, these stylish linen blend trousers will soon …
Linen Blend Trousers – The Best Choice for Women This Summer Read More »
Creating a well-styled home requires more than beautiful furniture or a trendy color palette – it’s about curating a sensory experience that resonates on every level. While visual design, tactile textures, and ambient lighting are often prioritised, fragrance and scent layering is the subtle element that ties everything together. Much like layering textures or coordinating …
Layering Scents Like Décor: The Secret to a Well-Styled Home Read More »
As a woman of 61 I’ve struggled with low self-esteem over the years. Â Menopause, opinions of others and external factors in general have made me doubt my own worth. Â But over the last few years I’ve really gained my confidence back, become more resilient and experienced personal growth through taking time for myself and …
100 Inspiring Self-Worth Quotes For Your Journal Read More »
We have so many things taking up our time that it’s sometimes hard to focus on ourselves. Work may be too demanding or maybe not demanding enough. Family or friends may be leaning on you with their problems. Even the news can make you feel stressed. All these things can leave you feeling like you …
Self Care Night Ideas For When You’ve Had A Bad Day Read More »
Do you ever think about how you will spend your time when you retire? I was talking to my hubby recently about this subject and he said he wanted to take lots of holidays when he retires. Sounds good doesnt’ it? But you can’t be on holiday 52 weeks of the year! And you’ll need …
Going on holiday or taking a short weekend break,? Being able to transform the clothes you are wearing during the day to a dressier look for the evening is both money and time saving! You’ll need fewer clothes in your wardrobe and you won’t have to pack as many things in your suitcase. Taking your …
Everyone looks forward to their holiday but an airport isn’t always the best place to relax and enjoy the time before your flight. It can be especially difficult as you get older and prefer a more relaxed comfortable start to your journey. Take a look at the following airport travel tips to make your …
Do you feel like your gray hair is making you look old? This may be because you’re wearing the same color clothing you wore when you had brown hair or black hair. They may not be the best colors to wear with gray hair. Now that your hair is a new shade of beautiful gray …
The Best Colors to Wear With Gray Hair : Over 50 Read More »
Have you heard about journaling but don’t really know what it’s about? I’ve watched television programmes where characters have said they’re writing in their journal but never really thought about doing it myself. It all sounded a bit teenage-like … you know, the ‘dear journal’ kind of thing. But recently I’ve discovered it’s a really …
5 Journaling Ideas For Beginners To Get You Off To A Great Start Read More »
Have you recently let your hair go naturally grey? I did this year and I’ve noticed some things I wasn’t expecting. The main one being that certain colours now look wrong on me. Beige clothes are definitely out but royal blue ones are in. And accessorising is a whole new challenge, especially necklaces and earrings. …
Gold vs Silver Jewellery With Grey Hair : 5 Tips To Help You Choose Read More »
Do you write a blog as a hobby but would love to turn it into a business? If so, it’s going to need a bit of planning. I started blogging about 4 years ago and really just thought of it as a hobby. I love writing and I enjoy sharing my life experiences with anyone …
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Man caves have become very popular in the last few years. The dictionary says a man cave is “a room or other part of a home used by a man as a place to relax and pursue hobbies away from the rest of the family“. Recently my 56 year old husband (Warren) built himself his …
The older a women gets the harder it seems to be to buy her a gift. At the ripe old age of 62 I know my family like me to give them hints, it seems to make it so much easier. Really we’re happy with almost anything. Although I don’t know if I’d be keen …
There are so many things going on these days that can really bring you down. So I found it a lot of fun to compile a list of 100 things to make me happy! It’s amazing how many simple things you forget about, especially when you’re feeling miserable. So now I have a list of …
I’ve been reading a lot about happiness lately. It’s not about lavish holidays or expensive jewellery, it’s about surrounding yourself with simple pleasures for everyday life. I love reading, spending time with my family and playing with my grandchildren. So when I came across the Danish term ‘Hygge’ (pronounced hoo-guh) and discovered it means ‘cosy …
Did you always love Halloween as a kid? Were your own children’s Halloween parties full of fun and excitment? When my kids grew up and left home I found Halloween a bit of a let down … until recently. I decided an adults only Halloween celebration could be fun too with just a little bit …
When thinking about where to go on holiday this year we felt limited to the UK due to Covid restrictions. But that was okay as we really fancied a trip to Wales. We’d been on holiday in Tenby when the kids were young but that was about 25 years ago, so we decided it would …
Every holiday I’ve taken has been either in the UK, France or Spain. In fact me and hubby spent our honeymoon in a caravan at Seahouses, Northumberland. Now I’m not knocking any of these holidays, they were all really good but this year we got to live the dream and visit the USA. We’d been …
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Retirement is often portrayed as the moment when financial growth stops. For the majority of Britons, retirement is synonymous with that stage of life when you rely on pensions and savings, while you watch your funds decrease over time. The idea is that you build financial security ahead of retirement, and then there is no …
Family expectations can feel heavy, and in some cultures, living separately from parents gets judged. People assume distance means neglect. That if you’re not under the same roof, you’re doing something wrong. But real life is more nuanced than that. Independence can create healthier relationships. Boundaries can strengthen bonds. The goal isn’t constant proximity with …
Turning Your Home Into a Forever Sanctuary for Your Whole Family Read More »