What I have discovered since I began Slimming World is that with a bit of common sense and know how it's really easy to adapt recipes to make them low syn or even syn free. It is also really easy to … [Read more...]
Three of the best Slimming World Desserts
I have been pretty unadventurous with desserts since I started with Slimming World. The easiest options have been things like ready made jellies, fat free yogurt and fruit. However, I have started to … [Read more...]
Ten ways to live more simply
'A poor life this, if full of care, we have no time to stand and stare. - William Henry Davies I have been thinking about ways to live more simply for several years now. Life gets so stressful and … [Read more...]
Ten great websites for fitness in your fifties
I have been thinking a lot about my fitness levels lately. My overall health generally actually. I don't want to spend a fortune on a health club, however, so have been researching blogs to get myself … [Read more...]
Shoestring Cottage update: Reasons to be cheerful
Every now and again I like to do a positive review of the story of Shoestring Cottage in recent months. It's always good to look at what has gone well and appreciate the small things that keep life … [Read more...]
Slimming World flexitarian: this week’s meal plan
Slimming World flexitarian? 'What's that?', I hear you ask. I recently mentioned that I had started eating meat again, after being more or less vegetarian for the past couple of years. Doing … [Read more...]