WHY YOU SHOULD VISIT GAUDI’S BARCELONA NOW
The Catalan capital city is full of whimsical treasures from this visionary architect
HOW TO OVERHAUL YOUR HEALTHY EATING HABITS // tackling that 40+ weight gain
How a diet overhaul helped me fight back against mid-life weight gain
MY FAVOURITE PART OF OUR GARDEN RENOVATION (and why I love it so much)
This water repellant sherpa fleece lined blanket will keep you cosy while entertaining al fresco
HOW TO TAKE THE BEST CARE OF YOUR SENTIMENTAL JEWELLERY
Your most precious possessions deserve extra-special care.
5 THINGS TO LOVE ABOUT INCREDIBLE ICELAND
5 Things to Love About Iceland – what to see and do in this quirky Nordic country
THE 5 PODCASTS YOU SHOULD LISTEN TO RIGHT NOW!
The most shocking, fascinating and informative podcasts I’ve recently enjoyed
BRINGING LIGHT TO THE DARKNESS // visiting a German concentration camp
It’s important to remember the past, so we don’t repeat our mistakes
5 WAYS TO INSTANTLY SAVE MONEY (new year, new you)
Simple, common-sense tips to help you quickly cut costs
THE BOY WHO WOULDN’T GROW UP // peter pan christmas pantomime
Is it even Christmas until you’ve been to a pantomime?
SPECTACULAR SPAIN – 5 FUN & QUIRKY THINGS TO DO
We all know the famous Spanish landmarks, but have you heard of these quirkier pastimes?
ARE WE GOING TO PROM, OR TO HELL? Heathers the Musical – dark & delightfully macabre
The movie that shocked and thrilled a generation is brought to life again on stage
EMBRACING THE DARKNESS // how to make the most out of winter
Rather than dreading the shortening days, why not try embracing the darkness?
TURNING BACK TIME // the anti-ageing effects of the great outdoors
Getting outdoors isn’t just calming, it can even help you reverse the aches and pains of ageing
FROZEN MOMENTS // HOW PHOTOGRAPHS LET YOU TRAVEL BACK IN TIME
Photos aren’t just pretty pictures, they allow us to travel back in time
5 LIFE ADMIN TASKS YOU NEED TO DO RIGHT NOW!
These simple tasks take just minutes, but can save you money and hours of hassle.
THE MOST DELICIOUS MEAT I NEVER TASTED // my swaledale review
Don’t restrict yourself to bangers & burgers on the BBQ, grill up some native breed meat
TINKLING THE IVORIES // why piano teachers are important
Why learning an instrument is good for children, and finding the right teacher is vital
5 HOUSEPLANTS THAT WILL (ALMOST) ALWAYS STAY ALIVE
Lacking in green thumbery? Here’s my guide to hardy houseplants that even YOU can keep alive
WATERLOGGED LONDON // the twisting canals of the capital & beyond
How much do you know about London’s wild and wonderful waterways?
HOW TO WRITE LIKE A PROFESSIONAL // even when you’re not one
These simple ‘do’s and don’ts’ will help give your writing a professional polish
About me
I’m Jacqui – a 40+ freelance journalist & lifestyle blogger.
I’ve been a magazine features writer for over 20 years, and in 2009 became one of the UK’s original ‘Mummy Bloggers’.
I’m proud mum to two funny & spirited girls; born summer 2008 and autumn 2010, and we all live just outside London with OH and our youngest baby – a miniature dachshund, named Frankie.
