Tag Archives: joy
The ‘Phew’ Factor
Have you ever noticed how a normal day can be hugely improved simply by something bad nearly happening but not actually happening? This is what I mean by the ‘Phew’ Factor. ‘Phew!’ as in ‘what a relief!’ Not ‘Phew!’ as … Continue reading
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An experience every woman understands… public toilets!
A totally frivolous post this one, but very funny… When you have to visit a public toilet, you usually find a line of women, so you smile politely and take your place. Once it’s your turn, you check for feet … Continue reading
How old is a ‘Sheila’?
If all you knew about me was my name, how old would you expect me to be? If I were an Ethel or Betty you’d probably be thinking ‘over eighty’. A ‘Kylie’ is probably under 20? So how old is … Continue reading
The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Society
is the title of a book by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows. Published by Bloomsbury in paperback in 2009. I’d just like to say it’s FAB. Really joyous and uplifting and wonderful characters that seem so alive they almost … Continue reading
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Dance Round The Kitchen to a great tune with a best mate
This week began with ‘Blue Monday’, the day most of us are supposed to feel depressed after Christmas but I began my week by dancing in the kitchen with my beloved. This bubble of joy was brought on by having … Continue reading
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Go Braless, it’ll pull the wrinkles out of your face
Now that’s the kind of advice that I like! It encourages us to look good but not to take ourselves too seriously. I want to use this blog to put down just that kind of stuff: tips, advice (silly and … Continue reading
