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Best of 2017 Holidays in Ireland, France and Spain
Monday, 01 January 2018
by Hilda
Good-bye 2017. ‘Another year over and a new one just begun’ and as well as anticipation, there is always some trepidation as to what that new year may hold. The end of the year is also a time for reflection. In 2017, I enjoyed my time spent with family and friends and watched our grandson
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Harvey's Point, holidays, hotel reviews, Monart, Mount Wolseley Hotel, Provence, Spain
Christmas Jumper ‘5-over-50’ Style Challenge
Monday, 18 December 2017
by Hilda
I have never really been a fan of the Christmas jumper trend. I know it seems like I don’t have a sense of humour, but I can assure you that I do; it just doesn’t extend to wearing a novelty Christmas sweater. So, when Laurie from VanityandMe decided that this was to be our next
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Christmas Traditions – Food, Family and Fripperies
Friday, 15 December 2017
by Hilda
There is a magic about Christmas that I love. Even as a child growing up on a farm, in a family where money was scarce, the excitement and sense of expectation around Christmas was powerful. My memories centre mainly around the aromas of baking and cooking. Cakes and puddings for all the neighbours were made
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Blog loop, Christmas decorations, Christmas pudding recipe, Christmas tradition, Family
The Knitting and Stitching Show
Friday, 10 November 2017
by Hilda
I was always in trouble in school for my knitting and sewing. I blamed it on the fact that I was left-handed and found it all rather difficult, with the result that I have avoided anything even remotely artsy-craftsy since then. I did indulge in some ‘tie dye’ with my tee-shirts back in the day,
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The Bias Cut online shopping website is anything but biased.
Monday, 30 October 2017
by Hilda
My first introduction to the online shopping website and pop-up boutique www.the-bias-cut.com was through the Facebook group ‘Ageism is never in Style’ (a forum for all who agree that ageism in the fashion industry needs to go) created by Jacynth Bassett, founder of The Bias Cut. One of the reasons that I started my blog was
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Millennial bridges Gap with midlifer Mum
Tuesday, 17 October 2017
by Hilda
Today marks the launch of an unprecedented campaign called ‘Bridging the Gap’ where 100 Millennials and 100 Midlifers are coming together to blur boundaries and put an end to stereotypes. This campaign is inclusive as we believe we are stronger together and divisions such as Age are unimportant. I did not travel far to find
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Bridging the gap – Millennials and Midlifers in unique campaign
Tuesday, 17 October 2017
by Hilda
Bridging the GAP…What am I on about? What gap? The aim of this unique campaign is to bridge the gap between ‘old’ midlifers like me and millennials (young people in the prime of their lives) and in doing so to learn from each other. Today, 100 midlifers and 100 millennials are posting on the same
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Review of ‘Eyes to Mesmerise’ by Charlotte Tilbury
Wednesday, 11 October 2017
by Hilda
I am a fan of some of Charlotte Tilbury’s products: for example, her Wonderglow and her Light Wonder. In fact, I wrote a review of both of them here. And I think they are reasonably good value for money. I think she does make-up really well, but her Magic day cream and night cream do
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Today’s Mum-Happier than Yesterday’s Mum?
Wednesday, 27 September 2017
by Hilda
I could not believe my ears. Nothing had changed in the 33 years since I had my firstborn. In a survey entitled ‘Today’s Mum’, sponsored by iconic Irish brand Sudocrem (who have just launched a new barrier ointment called ‘Care and Protect’) I learned that only 14% of partners share the housework equally and 19%
Kimono trend is here to stay
Wednesday, 20 September 2017
by Hilda
A kimono can transform an ordinary pair of jeans and a top into something extraordinary. It can add a certain allure to a dress and I have seen it raise a pair of shorts and a t-shirt on a young concert-goer to a completely different level. Many of us use it to cover a not-so-pert
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Mount Wolseley mid-week break was amazing value
Wednesday, 13 September 2017
by Hilda
If you are planning a hotel break and do not wish to break the bank then perhaps Mount Wolseley Hotel Spa and Golf Resort is the place to go. GG and I enjoyed a ‘Golden Years’ (I know I am shocked too, but it is GG who is really that old!) mid-week break there a
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5-over-50 challenge ‘Amazing Lace’
Monday, 04 September 2017
by Hilda
I am going to confuse you all by posting on a Monday, but I am delighted to have been asked to join a collective of ‘over 50 UK bloggers’ for a 5-over-50 style challenge and this month’s theme is ‘Amazing Lace’. I know I am now over 60, but I am still over 50…right? More
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5 over 50, amazing lace, Arnotts, Clarks shoes, dress, fashion blogger, fashion post, lace, LKBennett
Wedded Bliss – a male perspective
Wednesday, 23 August 2017
by Hilda
Some weeks ago, I wrote a blog post with some hints for a happy marriage. Now, in his second ‘Beside the Hilda’ contribution to overthehilda, GG has offered to put a male slant on the married union! Not sure I agree with everything he wrote, but I have let him have his say without amendment!!! When
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Ladies’ Day at the RDS Horse Show – a memorable experience!
Wednesday, 16 August 2017
by Hilda
It is not often I get a chance to wear a hat, so when I was invited toDundrum Town Centre Ladies’ Day at the RDS Dublin Horse Show last week by Qatar Airways (the main airline sponsor) I jumped at the chance. See what I did there! The day began with brunch at The Intercontinental
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Jewellery fit for a Queen
Wednesday, 09 August 2017
by Hilda
Not many people know this but the Queen of England, the 24th President of America and I have something in common – we each have gifts of custom-made jewellery crafted by Irish goldsmith and jewellery designer Declan Killen. Declan was first commissioned to create a brooch for Queen Elizabeth for her State Visit here in
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Stripes…the love affair continues.
Wednesday, 02 August 2017
by Hilda
Last summer, I wrote a blog post about my obsession with stripes – you can read the post here. The love affair with stripes has continued this year! What is it about me that when I go into a shop I am immediately drawn to them? Neither the colour nor the direction of the stripes matter;
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Marriage is not for the faint-hearted- How to Stay Married for 35 Years and Not Kill your Husband
Wednesday, 26 July 2017
by Hilda
MARRIAGE VOWS Disclosure! I have not kept all my marriage vows. Those who know me well will not be surprised and probably know which one I have broken already. In my defence, I tried my best to get out of it the night before the wedding, but our minister said it would require a special
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New Affordable Skin Products You Will Want to Buy
Wednesday, 19 July 2017
by Hilda
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face creams, face skin milk, skincare, tears of collagen, The Make Up Bar, xtreme anti-wrinkle
Taking Risks with an Asymmetrical, Deconstructed Cold Shoulder!
Wednesday, 12 July 2017
by Hilda
I have been a fan of the cold shoulder for 18 months, ever since I bought a lovely grey sweater which I have worn almost to death. I fancied myself as quite daring; I certainly hadn’t seen anyone over 50 of my acquaintance sporting one. And it got the seal of approval from the stylist
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Cancer survivor donates book proceeds to Irish Cancer Society
Wednesday, 05 July 2017
by Hilda
I would probably have urged you to buy Des Allen’s book ‘Wanderings & Ponderings’ because the proceeds are going to benefit the Irish Cancer Society. Having read the contents, I can also recommend that you buy it because Des is a fine writer and his collection of writings – recollections, musings and even some stories
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4 Rules to Break after 50 by guest blogger Nina Bandoni
Wednesday, 28 June 2017
by Hilda
This week, I am delighted to introduce you to my friend, the beautiful and fashionable Nina Bandoni from Florida. Nina and I were both part of the Fierce 50 Revolution launch way back in February and I have enjoyed getting to know her through her very interesting blog ‘Sharing a Journey’. Nina is guest blogging
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Chez Sara – charming wine bar in the heart of Malahide
Thursday, 22 June 2017
by Hilda
GG and I are regulars at the quaint little restaurant and wine bar Chez Sara on Old Street in Malahide. It is important to book, particularly at the weekends, but sometimes we pop in around 6 o’clock on the off-chance that we might get a seat at the counter, where we can watch the chefs
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Frayed Jeans Trend – Do I dare?
Wednesday, 31 May 2017
by Hilda
I am not trend driven at all. Well, I probably was when I was young, but certainly not now. I wear what I like and what I think suits me. Obviously, I get some help from the stylist daughter. Or rather she critiques and says yea or nay. Sometimes she says maybe. I love to
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Unique hand-crafted jewellery you will not be able to resist
Wednesday, 24 May 2017
by Hilda
This week I want to introduce you to another creative: Mary Drea. Maybe you have already read about her. Image Magazine recently named her as a jewellery designer to follow (she trades under addiebeads at the moment) or maybe you discovered her in one of the craft fairs or pop-up shops where she was selling
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