Being a fairly committed atheist, I have never really believed in life after death or ghosts or even guardian angels yet something happened to me a few years ago that made me question my beliefs in the form of a … Continue reading
Sorry, not sorry. I am what some people would perhaps call a grammar Nazi, an officer of the grammar police, an arse. I would disagree; I am simply someone who knows how to wield an apostrophe correctly and thinks that it’s … Continue reading
Me: “Did you watch ‘TV series X’* when it was on? My friend said it was really good.” My mum: “Ooh yes, it was really good. He gets away with it.” Me: “Thanks for completely spoiling it then mum.” Mum: … Continue reading
My youngest is a forthright kind of girl; if she wants something she tends to just ask for it – no standing on ceremony or dancing round the issue. ‘Why mess about?’ is her philosophy. She’s a very sociable kid … Continue reading
How holidays take their toll If ever there was a place that perfectly captured the 2 extremes of female health and vitality then surely it has to be the airport. The departure lounge is full of primped and preened women; … Continue reading
My Open Letter to the ‘Playful’ Mr Charles Saatchi Dear Mr Saatchi Having read about your plans to divorce Nigella Lawson in the media, apparently the same way she found out herself, I would like to congratulate you on the … Continue reading
Choose your shopping partner wisely My best shopping tip: never go shopping with anyone who is slimmer, wealthier or trendier than you. I did this recently and there is nothing quite so soul destroying. I will admit, it’s not difficult to … Continue reading
Perfume & Trumps 