Sparklesandstretchmarks

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• Family Holidays in Spain

  

  The yearly holiday with the family is a great time of year, but if you’re planning to go to Spain, the overwhelming choice of sun-soaked destinations can make... Read more

  Posted on 01 December 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Me & Mine: November 2014

  

  This month has been the busiest and most stressful of the year so far! This weekend, we moved house - from one town to another closer to the seaside. Read more

  Posted on 01 December 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• On the 1st Day Of December, Sparkles & Stretchmarks Gave To Me...

  

  The Chance To Win a Ragdale Experience Day for one person at award winning Ragdale Hall Health Hydro and Thermal Spa! (worth £90 - Valid Monday - Friday)... Read more

  Posted on 01 December 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• A Who’s Who Guide to Buying Headphones

  

  With so many personal devices these days headphones are essential. Whether you are a regular commuter, a gym bunny or want to hear your music as intimately as... Read more

  Posted on 30 November 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Get Ahead: Planning For Later Years

  

  It may be a long way before you retire from your job, but planning for your later years doesn’t happen overnight. It is best to be prepared long before the... Read more

  Posted on 30 November 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Christmas Energy Use!

  

  After so much anticipation, I can hardly believe that tomorrow is December 1st! The festive season is officially upon us! With the start of advent in mind,... Read more

  Posted on 30 November 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Choosing the Colour Palette for Your Bathroom

  

  Planning your perfect bathroom is an exciting project. There are so many chic bathroom products and elegant accessories on offer (Ideal Standard have a wonderfu... Read more

  Posted on 29 November 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Fifteen Festive Favourites TAG

  

  I don't often do tags but anyone who knows me knows that I am a SUCKER for Christmas, so when lovely Louise over at Confessions Of A Secret Shopper tagged me... Read more

  Posted on 27 November 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• The Best Hair Extensions Salons in the UK

  Your hair is your crowning glory, so finding the right hair stylist is absolutely essential. When you have hair extensions, you need to make sure that the perso... Read more

  Posted on 27 November 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Prepare For Your Baby: Have You Got All Your Supplies?

  

  Congratulations on your new baby! Before you go raiding a store for everything you find cute for your baby to wear, keep to the basics first. Read more

  Posted on 27 November 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Home Redesign On A Budget

  

  You’ve been wanting to upgrade the look of your home but aren’t willing to shell out thousands of dollars in the endeavor. Don’t worry, you’re not alone and yes... Read more

  Posted on 26 November 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Tyne's First Painting Session! #Persilstainmagic

  

  Something I've been wanting for a while with Tyne is paint...in fact a few months back I bought all of the ingredients for making yoghurt paints as I thought... Read more

  Posted on 26 November 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Liverpool: An Overlooked Family Break Destination PLUS Win A Nights Stay At A...

  

  Liverpool is my home town, so of course it holds a special place in my heart. It's a wonderful place to grow up but I was always left puzzled by the sometimes... Read more

  Posted on 24 November 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Competition: Win £30 Worth of Goodies from CLIF Bar!

  

  America’s favourite energy bar, CLIF Bar™ has arrived to help keep you on-the-go, whenever and wherever you need a boost. The CLIF Bar equation is simple – put... Read more

  Posted on 21 November 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• What's in Tyne's Christmas Sack From Santa?! Toddler Gift Inspiration

  

  As December is almost upon us, I thought that today I would share with you the secrets of what is in Santa's sack for Tyne this year! Read more

  Posted on 21 November 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• 5 Reasons Your Family Needs A Pet

  

  While there’s a lot of responsibility that comes with having a pet, having them around is hugely rewarding. Sure, you must find the best pet insurance plans,... Read more

  Posted on 21 November 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• My Beauty Must-Haves

  

  Today I thought I'd share with you some of current my Beauty-Must Have products. I don't often do these kinds of posts as, to be honest, my "holy grail" product... Read more

  Posted on 19 November 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• DIY Holiday Crafts for Kids

  

  There are some fun craft ideas for kids during the holidays. In fact, if you put the kids to work, you could cut down on some Christmas chores yourself. Here ar... Read more

  Posted on 19 November 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• My Parenting Style

  

  There's a lot of talk these days about parenting styles - I'm not sure if this is a recent thing but it's not something I recall hearing much about until... Read more

  Posted on 17 November 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Retirement: Slowing Down?

  

  Retirement can often be thought of as a time to slow down, relax, take things easy....but more often than not, retirement is actually just the opposite! Read more

  Posted on 17 November 2014 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION