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For the second year running, I signed up for Bloggers Secret Santa 2019 organised by Casey, from casestreetx. Bloggers from all parts of the UK enrolled using Elfster, which shuffled all the names and spat out a person for you to buy for.
On Saturday 30th November 2019, I went to the matinee performance of Jack Whitehall: Stood Up in the Motorpoint Arena in Cardiff. I thoroughly enjoyed the afternoon and left with my cheeks hurting from the laughter.
Continue reading ➞ Review Jack Whitehall: Stood Up in Cardiff
It is the most wonderful time of year… or, at least, it is supposed to be. Yet, for many, Christmas can equal excess expectations and extreme expense or indulgence. Has it all become a bit too ‘extra’ for most of us? Wave goodbye to Excessmas this year.
Fortunately, it looks to be the year that ‘excessmas’ takes a back seat. Research reveals a backlash against the Insta-perfect of prepping, cooking, gorging and one-upmanship shopping.
Us ladies have it tough when it comes to arranging a hen party. If you are lucky enough to be given the responsibility, there can be a lot of pressure. Has it been something that the bride-to-be has dreamt of since she was a little girl? And how do you accommodate different personal budgets, their time and worst of all, expectations?
How do you find contentment on the beach? Deep down we know people are not really looking at you. They are not judging us for our size and how many love handles we may or may not have. But we all have that ‘moment’ before we go away about being seen in a bikini. Here are some of my tips to help love yourself in a bikini.
Spiced rum has gained popularity over the past few years. More varieties are available on the high street and in bars and restaurants. But what is it about the spirit that appeals to consumers? And how does it compare to other types of rum?
Unless you have been living under a rock for the last few years, you will have noticed that Gin is very much in style. From Gin distillery tours to Gin tastings and even Gin and tonic tea bags – Gin is undeniably a firm favourite. Here’s my experience of a Gin Brunch in Cardiff.
Continue reading ➞ The Gin to My Tonic – Gin Brunch in Cardiff
So, I love a cold glass of rosé! As an older teen and even in my twenties, I did not get the fascination with drinking wine, but now I do appreciate a good bottle. As I do have a sweet tooth, I tend to go for a bottle of pink. The perfect opportunity to celebrate National Rosé Day.
Continue reading ➞ Hello Wine Lovers! It’s National Rosé Day
Many people would have spent months eagerly awaiting the date. After buying the tickets months in advance for the Spice Girls Reunion Tour in the Principality Stadium, Cardiff. Not me! When the tickets went on sale last year, I was caught up in the excitement of the “Power of Five”. But, with saving to buy a house and seeing them in the O2 Arena on their last reunion tour in December 2007, I could not commit. However, after a drunken brunch with friends, we purchased tickets, deciding to “Never Give Up on the Good Times”, a week before.
Continue reading ➞ Viva Forever! The Spice Girls Reunion Tour 2019 in Cardiff
Buying your first home should be exciting. So, why do they make it so complicated? I actually think it is better that I am buying a house in my mid-30’s and not younger. After years of saving and listening to everyone’s ‘ house buying horror stories’, I felt ready and prepared when we started looking earlier this year.
Continue reading ➞ Buying your first home, what you should know and what to expect