Several people have asked me, how I am recently. My response has been the same; “I’m feeling very January”. January blues are a thing. The buzz of a new year with new possibilities, is very much in the background, to my foggy and rather ‘meh’ foreground. ‘Don’t spend a lot of time imagining the worst-case scenario. It rarely goes down …
Hey Curly Girl
It’s me, Frizz. You there? After several conversations with my wonderful hairdresser; I decided to embark on the much raved about Curly Girl Method. I purchased the book by Lorraine Massey and began to educate myself. Underneath my heavily straightened hair, is a naturally wavy, poofy situation that resembles curls. When it’s humid or raining, my hair starts freestyling. Not …
The Beauty Guru
I may be 40 years old but I am still, about as skilled as a drunk pigeon, when it comes to my make up. I try hard, that’s all I can say. ‘Trends are for the anxious’ – John Maclean I have the recommended brushes; I can bounce my beauty blender, around my face like a pro. Highlighters, liquid bronzers …
The Goldfish Bowl
Since abandoning my efforts at Slimming Club; I recently decided to try out something else, to keep my chub in check. Aqua-aerobics seemed to meet my needs. Despite the rather vile concept, of leaping about in my swimsuit; I was comforted by the camouflage provided by the pool. Easier on the joints, sweating isn’t an issue and no one would …
Throwing Weight Behind It
I have been to several weight loss clubs in my time. It’s always nerve wracking to join but once through the doors; you are met with a sea of smiles. No judgement. Just all walks of life, on the same journey to lose weight. For health, for confidence, for an upcoming social event or after a baby – no matter …
7 Days and Counting
Happy one-week anniversary to me! Seven days of no alcohol. I’m so proud. Some people may be thinking ‘big whoop’ but my habit of weekend drinking is years old. Not buying any wine, with my weekly grocery, felt alien. Not having a glass of wine, on a Friday night, after a long week was just odd. I miss it. I …
Poolside Prep
A proud and equally terrifying moment is dawning. I am taking my little girl swimming. She has had terrible trouble, just having a bath so we have delayed, until we thought she could cope. Lesson is booked, we are ready to go…ish. My daughter needs reusable swim nappies, I didn’t even know they were a thing. Not a typical supermarket …
5 Minutes to Glow
In the final stage of my late 30s, I am trying to roll with the changes. Nature has been kind. I don’t have much grey. I’m in reasonable shape. I still look young. I even got asked for ID, at my local supermarket last month! I will revel in that little ego-boost for a while. The days of sleeping in …
Davina and Me
The first wave of warm weather, recently revealed one thing – I’m still a little bit fat. I hate carrying around extra pounds on a good day, let alone ones that require, less layers to camouflage them. Running around after my toddler, brisk walks with her in the buggy and generally being a stress head – can only do …
The Salon
A place to relax and be pampered. A place where us girls go to chill, gossip and get glam…ish Got to be honest, I absolutely hate the salon. I was there today and I am always in the same head space. Tense and self-conscious. I love my hairdresser but that’s about it. The whole salon environment fills me with dread. …