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Hyaluronic Acid is my New Hero Product
Monday, 12 November 2018
by Hilda
I had been sent some products by Pestle & Mortar, including their Hyaluronic Serum, and I was delighted that I had it to use when I returned from India. My skin was in a dehydrated state, probably the worst it has ever been, presumably the travelling and then the bout of severe sinusitis on my
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Come and Binge on My Top 3 Netflix Series
Monday, 05 November 2018
by Hilda
Currently in bed with a horrific sinus infection, I am going to binge watch some Netflix series, as soon as I am well enough, so if you have any recommendations, I would be delighted to hear them. Meanwhile, here are three that I have really enjoyed, so I hope you enjoy them too. ‘The Sinner’ This
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5 Winter Destinations for Snowtime Fun
Wednesday, 24 October 2018
by Hilda
Winter is the perfect time of year for a little getaway. With the cold season well and truly settling in, all the Christmas festivities and the abundance of decorations to admire and all that food to enjoy, it’s always a busy and exciting time of year. In this winter travel guide, you’ll discover some of
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Pampering Simone Mahler Facial at Bespoke Beauty
Wednesday, 10 October 2018
by Hilda
Nothing beats a facial when you want to feel pampered. Recently, I have had Micro-needling, which while very effective, is certainly not pain-free, and a TriPollar facial, which while not painful could hardly be called pampering. But I was in for a real treat with Elaine, owner of Bespoke Beauty in Donnnybrook in Dublin…she is,
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Bespoke Beauty, Caviar facial, Elaine Butler Doolin, facial, Lymphatic drainage, pampering, Simone Mahler
Peachy Lean Leggings Make You Feel and Look Good
Wednesday, 19 September 2018
by Hilda
I am feeling just peachy thank you, well Peachy Lean to be exact in my new leggings. The older I get, the more difficult it is for me to find leggings which give support, leggings that make me feel good, never mind look good too. These leggings (a mixture of nylon and spandex) give seriously
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Crow Street Collective, Darren Lacken and my New Hair
Wednesday, 12 September 2018
by Hilda
Changing hairdresser or changing your hair is probably one of the biggest decisions you can make in your life, nearly in the same category of moving house or job, or changing your MAN! If I am not happy with my hair, I am not happy. It is as simple as that. Luckily, there have been
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Crow Street Collective, Darren Lacken, hair, hair salon, hair stylist, hairdressers, Mark Talbot
Travel broadens the Mind so our Bucket List keeps Growing
Thursday, 06 September 2018
by Hilda
“Travel broadens the mind and widens horizons”, according to the late US hiker and itinerant traveller Christopher McCandless Do you have a list of places you would like to travel to before you kick the bucket? Yes, a bucket list! GG and I do and have divided it into ‘Nearer Home’ and ‘Far Flung’. We
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‘Style not Age’ goes Wild about Animal Prints
Monday, 27 August 2018
by Hilda
It’s a jungle out there! We have gone wild this month in ‘Style not Age’ and it is all about the animal print. Did you know that animal skins have long been associated with power? African Chiefs and Napoleon’s army (who trimmed their helmets and saddles with leopard) wore it to convey strength and bravery.
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A TriPollar Facial Tightens Skin and Reduces Wrinkles at Skin Essentials
Monday, 20 August 2018
by Hilda
A visit to Mariga of Skin Essentials in Wexford for a skin consultation and a TriPollar Facial was supposed to take about an hour, but the woman is a walking encyclopaedia when it comes to talking about skin and the hour became two. A fountain of knowledge with very definite ideas about skin, Mariga has
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The Reflex Pillow For the Perfect Night’s Sleep
Wednesday, 15 August 2018
by Hilda
‘To sleep, perchance to dream’ SEARCHING FOR THE PERFECT PILLOW We all know the benefits of a good night’s sleep. Well, if you don’t, you can check out my previous post HERE. I have a comfortable bed, but for years have been searching for a pillow that could complement it. I have spent quite a
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How to Survive in this Heatwave. Iceland is the answer.
Wednesday, 25 July 2018
by Hilda
The recent, gorgeous, hot summer weather can have a downside. And I am not talking about the water restrictions. I am sick and tired of throwing out food that has spoiled. I can’t be the only one that has a problem here. I am talking about fruit; in particular, I am talking about berries, which
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Carry a Work of Art. Wear a Bellorita Handbag
Sunday, 08 July 2018
by Hilda
When Bellorita Handbags gifted me one of their designs, I went online to check them out. Well, I was blown away. They truly look beautiful, but as well as looking like works of art, they are also functional bags. There is a lovely story behind the company. Founder, Jack Sun, a research scientist, moved to
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Herbalife Skin Products Prove to be a Winner
Monday, 02 July 2018
by Hilda
I was recently sent some skin products from Herbalife ‘Intelligent Skin Nutrition’. I had never heard of the brand before, but I was delighted to be given the chance to review the three products, suitable for my age, which they sent me. Disclaimer As a blogger, I get free stuff. However, I only review what
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Go ahead, Break every Fashion Rule – There are no Rules
Friday, 29 June 2018
by Hilda
Some of my friends from The Midlife Revolution and I have got together and decided that we have had it with RULES… about what you CAN and you CANNOT wear when you reach a certain age. Who made these so-called RULES anyway? THE FASHION POLICE? Who are you? We will wear what we damn well
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fashion risks, Fashion Trends and Friends, Hello I'm 50ish, No Rules, Sharing a Journey, The Age of Grace
Showcasing Robin LaMonte from ‘Hello I’m 50ish’
Sunday, 17 June 2018
by Hilda
Robin LaMonte from Atlanta Georgia and I connected through the original Fierce 50 and I was drawn to her very early on. You see, we have a similar philosophy on life. ‘LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE NOW’ says Robin and I agree; life is not a dress rehearsal. We have an interest in fashion and both
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Travel Department trip to Salamanca
Tuesday, 12 June 2018
by Hilda
When I was invited by Travel Department to go on a press trip to Salamanca in north-western Spain, I jumped at the chance. In the past, GG and I have travelled to South Africa, Beijing and several European cities with the online agency and have always been delighted with its service. The beauty of an
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The Return of the Trouser-Suit
Tuesday, 05 June 2018
by Hilda
I was obsessed with suits, particularly trouser-suits, when I was a teacher. When I first started teaching, there was quite a strict dress code in my school and that included no trousers. Gradually, dressy trousers were allowed and so began my obsession with The Trouser Suit. Coco Chanel created the first skirt suit, but it
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Homemade Eco Solutions for Cleaning your Home
Monday, 04 June 2018
by Hilda
I have a Guest Blogger this week, Alex Farley, who shares with us Eco solutions for cleaning. Commercial cleaning products are full of toxic and harmful substances aimed at making the household chores easier. Not only can the price of these chemical products be quite expensive but they can be very detrimental to your health.
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The Straw Hat ….perfect for Summer
Thursday, 24 May 2018
by Hilda
The straw hat is right on trend this season, but it never really goes out of fashion, being a staple item of the sun holiday wardrobe. Icons like Brigitte Bardot and Bianca Jagger made them fashionable back in the ’60s and recently they have been popular at weddings and the races also. I use a
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Mother of the Bride Dress Search continues in Harvey Nichols
Saturday, 19 May 2018
by Hilda
I have to admit that I had never been into Harvey Nichols or Harvey Nicks until the stylist daughter sent me there on the ‘search for the dress’. WHY had I not ventured into the shop before? Because, I thought it was too EXPENSIVE! I was pleasantly surprised. Ok, I had been looking at some
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How to find the right Mother-of-the-Bride Dress
Monday, 14 May 2018
by Hilda
Mother-of-the-bride dress hunting is much more difficult than I imagined it could be. In 10 weeks’ time, my daughter, Logan’s mum, will be getting married. The excitement is mounting, the venue is booked, Kirsty has her dress, Courtney, the only bridesmaid has hers and I still do not have mine, though I have contenders. I
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Newbridge Farm Donabate is Top Attraction
Wednesday, 02 May 2018
by Hilda
We hadn’t visited Newbridge Farm, part of Newbridge Demesne near Donabate, Co Dublin, since our two girls were little and here we were back to a new and improved farm with our 20-month old grandson, Logan. Monday is Logan day and we had an idea that we would go to the farm if the weather
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Interview with Eugenia from ‘The Age of Grace’
Friday, 27 April 2018
by Hilda
I am delighted to introduce you to Eugenia, one of my Fierce 50 sisters. Over a year ago, the Fierce 50 campaign was launched and through it I became friends online with Eugenia, who is one of the most thoughtful and kindest bloggers I know. Working in Pharmaceutical sales from 9 to 5, Eugenia, who
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‘Style not Age’ Rainbow Challenge
Monday, 23 April 2018
by Hilda
This month’s ‘Style Not Age’ challenge, where we are to be inspired by the colours of the rainbow, was set by Emma from stylesplash. There is an often-used mnemonic to help you remember the colours of the rainbow Roy G Biv – red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo and violet (just in case you don’t know)
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