Posted on February 11th, 2010, by Lisa
There is such a huge selection of Mascara’s and Primer’s available in the shops but I have found a few that might interest you online.
Did you know that the first mascara was invented by Eugene Rimmel in the 19th Century and that the word ‘Rimmel’ also means mascara in many languages. It was also Max [...]
Tags: Beauty, eyes, gifts, ideas, makeup, tips, Women
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Posted on February 8th, 2010, by Lisa
We all want fantastic eyelashes, especially with Valentine’s Day so close! Here’s my best tips in four easy steps:
1. Try using an eyelash curler prior to applying your mascara to open up your eyes and give natural curve. When using an eyelash curler, squeeze your lashes onto the curler pad, then release slowly, then pull [...]
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Posted on February 5th, 2010, by Lisa
Fancy a night at the Movies! Well, I’m going to get my husband to take me out (I think I deserve it!)
I’m really keen to see the new Morgan Freeman movie ‘Invictus’. The film tells the inspiring true story of how Nelson Mandela joined forces with the captain of South Africa’s rugby team, Francois Pienaar, [...]
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Posted on February 4th, 2010, by Lisa
refuge.org.uk
I’ve been thinking about maybe doing something in the way of supporting a charity or doing some sort of fund raising.
While doing some research I have come across a women’s charity www.refuge.org.uk.
Their Mission: They are committed to a world where domestic violence is not tolerated or ignored and where women and children can [...]
Tags: Charities, children, domestic violence, help, refuge, support, Women
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Posted on February 1st, 2010, by Lisa
I know I’ve been focusing on looking after my skin recently but what about our lips! We all look after our skin condition and complexion and yet, we never seem to concentrate so much on our lips.
We all have different lip shapes, some thick, some thin but this delicate area is so sensitive that the [...]
Tags: Beauty, ideas, lips, tips, Women
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Posted on January 29th, 2010, by Lisa
Did anyone catch the Chris Moyles show this week with Paul McKenna as his guest and they were talking about his updated and re-released book ‘I Can Make You Thin!
Well, it got me thinking that maybe something like that could actually work so I’ve tracked it down on Amazon and I think I might just [...]
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Posted on January 28th, 2010, by Lisa
Many years ago I used to do so much sewing, dressmaking etc and haven’t touched anything for ages!
Well, I’ve started a new ‘little’ project with my 17 year old daughter. We are going to make an huge patchwork quilt all by hand!!!
We started nearly a week ago and its growing already. Im teaching her about [...]
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Posted on January 25th, 2010, by Lisa
We all know nutrition is the basis of health and anti ageing. Well, I’m working on the nutrition bit and trying to detox (slipped slightly last night with a glass or two of wine!) but my skin is in a right mess and it needs looking after. Along with the Evening Primrose I need to [...]
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Posted on January 21st, 2010, by Lisa
This is a great chicken recipe for the kids. Have a go and let me know what you think!
18 Chicken Drumsticks, 2 tbsp Brown Sugar, 5 oz Dark Soy Sauce, 1 tsp Dijon Mustard, 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
Mix all the marinade ingredients together and add the drumsticks and leave for at least 1 hour. Tip [...]
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Posted on January 15th, 2010, by Lisa
Are you stuck for ideas for Valentine’s Day?
I’ve found a few little ideas which may inspire you to treat the one you love on Valentine’s Day. After all, it is the one day of the year when we can get away with being really soppy if we want to!
How about a lovely personalised card, [...]
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