As someone who has been drawing since she can remember, I find it a little shocking — and upsetting — when I find parents who, while they might have initially encouraged their children to show off their artistic side, later adjusted them towards something different. Something different, like medical school, or law school, or physics, … Read more
If you think that there’s a one-size-fits-all magic formula for self-confidence, please think again. Confidence, a healthy sense of ego, and self-assurance are all inside jobs, so to speak, and neither quality can be bestowed by another. Develop your own strengths and you might be surprised at how your self-worth skyrockets. Step one on the … Read more
Many women can get pretty down about their post-baby body. Rather than worrying about how you look at what you should do, read the guidance below.
You’ve finally decided to get the breast surgery you’ve always dreamed of, but what does breast surgery entail, exactly? Well, there are a number of different types of breast surgeries available, and the one you choose depends entirely on your needs. Here’s a quick run through the most obvious types of breast surgery available. Breast … Read more
A little bit of history Last year in the run up to my 40th birthday and for a few months after I was feeling great, I was out running most days and exercising at home. It felt good to be getting back to the ‘old me’ but then fate stepped in and I sprained my … Read more
If there is one aspect of my ‘beauty routine’ that will guarantee whether I feel good or bad about myself, it’s my hair. It is pretty much the first thing that people will notice when they see you like your hair is more visible than say your make-up at a distance. I always notice others’ … Read more
This morning Jelly Bean and I finally made it back to the Music class we were attending regularly before the Summer holidays kicked in. We had every good intention of getting back to it as soon as the new school year began in September but somehow something has cropped up each week preventing us. After … Read more
As a Mum it’s very rare to find the time to really think about yourself, we’re always so busy trying to make sure that everyone is fed and watered, has clean clothes and reasonably presentable house. But recently I have been trying to get out walking more, I love nothing more than going for long … Read more
Ladies, it is that time of year again to send the kids ‘wish list’ to Santa, decorate the tree and put on our favourite party dresses to celebrate the festive season with our friends and family. However, for the majority of us ladies, Christmas is also about pure indulgence. A cup of mulled wine, a … Read more