Innholdsfortegnelse for 25-Jan-2021 i Woman's Own

It’s not a crime TO GO OUT Police need to use a bit more common sense when it comes to stopping people for not being at home So here we are, weeks into our happy new tier, and pretty much all of us are criminals already, lockdown lags with an eye on the loot and a loathing for the law. Well, that’s certainly what it feels like sometimes, isn’t it? The nationwide commandments to stay home, protect the NHS and save lives has meant that even a trip to the supermarket is fraught with anxiety. ‘Can I? Do I really need to?’ It absolutely goes without saying that we all need to abide by the rules, drive infection rates down and wait for our vaccinations – but the stress involved…

I found out online that she was pregnant Q I’ve just found out through Facebook that my younger sister is pregnant with her first child, and I’m so upset. She was the first person I told when I was pregnant and yet she’s told everyone at the same time by posting a picture of her scan online. Should I tell her how upset I am? Name and address withheld A I can see why you feel hurt, but try to see this from her point of view – she’s excited, she wants everyone to know her wonderful news at the same time and she’s chosen the fastest way to do it. It’s not a personal slight against you, but more a rush of euphoria about her news. If you talk…

Flahavan’s Organic Jumbo Oats 1kg (Waitrose) BLUEBERRY OAT MUFFINS Makes 12 You will need ✽ 200g self-raising flour ✽ ½tsp bicarbonate of soda ✽ ½tsp baking powder ✽ 90g jumbo oats, plus a few extra for sprinkling ✽ 60g golden caster sugar ✽ 180g blueberries ✽ 2 medium eggs ✽ 284ml soured cream ✽ 6tbsp runny honey or maple syrup ✽ 6tbsp sunflower oil How to do it 1 Heat the oven to 180C/Gas 4, and line a 12-hole muffin tin with paper cases. Put the flour, bicarbonate of soda, baking powder, oats and sugar into a bowl and stir to mix. Sprinkle in the blueberries. 2 Beat the eggs in a large jug, then add the soured cream and honey or maple syrup and oil, and beat together with…

A converted church in County Down Strangford Lough teems with wildlife at this time of year, when grey seals flop on the rocks and thousands of birds seek refuge on its sheltered shores. Perched on a hill on the edge of Strangford village, Quarry Hill Church is a quirky 19th-century landmark, rescued from ruin by its owners. Airy and luxurious, it retains lots of its original features, including huge arched windows, a pulpit and stone vestibule. Spend cosy evenings by the wood burner, sit in the enclosed garden listening to the calls of curlews and oyster catchers in the bay below, and explore the glorious lough. • Sleeps up to 10, from £90 per person, for two nights, quarryhillchurch. com An eco cabin on the Isle of Wight Nestled in…

Jake Gyllenhaal In Netflix thriller, The Guilty, the Donnie Darko actor stars as a police officer who’s been demoted to working at an emergency call centre. When he tries to save the life of a terrified caller, he soon finds that all is not as it seems… Catherine Tate The comedian and actor is among the cast of voices in Sky Kids’ new animated comedy The Brilliant World of Tom Gates, which is based on the series of children’s books by Liz Pichon. She lends her voice to Rita, the mother of 10-year-old Tom.…

Aries 21 Mar – 20 Apr Evaluate the meanings of your unusual dreams, there could be a message hidden within. Relax at night by listening to sounds of the ocean. Taurus 21 Apr – 20 May An old flame could return and set your heart alight. It might be time to give this relationship another chance, so tell them how you feel and enjoy the excitement. Gemini 21 May – 20 Jun Feeling reflective? You need some downtime to think about your wellbeing. Take a walk in the woods and think about the changes you want to make in your life. Cancer 21 Jun – 22 Jul Try not to lose heart as the person you’re looking to share your life with is coming. Usually enthusiastic, don’t let stresses and…

Fiona Wade ‘Life came together in my 40s’ The Emmerdale star celebrates an incredible 25 years on the box! How is that possible? All the way from Grange Hill in 1996! I love that you remember that! I can’t believe it. I’ve had my fair share of times not working, but I feel really lucky. I didn’t have a plan B – this was always what I wanted to do. It’s been my sole focus for so much of my life. What’s the best lesson you have learned in that time? In my 40s, I felt like everything came together – so really not that long ago [Fiona is 41]. Everything happens for a reason, and I always think you can find the blessing in things, even if they…

Keira Knightley, 35 The actor shows the versatility of a leopard print jacket as she wears it to give her classy evening wear a stylish twist. The trapeze shape hangs loosely over her silk ruby dress, and she adds a splash of classic red lippy to complete the look. Christie Brinkley, 66 Gorgeous in green, the former model proves that top-to-toe colour is a certified mood-booster. Playing with textures, age-defying Christie pairs luxe leather leggings with a mint green sweater and statement faux fur Burberry jacket that is sure to make others green with envy. Kerry Washington, 43 If a full-on faux fur number feels a bit too much, then look for a coat with a textured trim. Scandal star Kerry goes bold with a printed coat tied with a…

Lying in bed one Thursday morning in July 2019, I was surprised to see my 14-year-old son, Ben, climb in beside me. ‘Hi, Mum,’ he smiled, pulling the duvet around him. My husband, Mark, 50, was in the shower, and it was unusually early, at 6.45am, for Ben to be awake, let alone want a cuddle with his mum. Ben was a typical teenager who we usually dragged from bed for school every morning, so I was secretly chuffed. ‘As I sat down, my whole body was shaking’ I remember every moment of that morning. Ben chatted excitedly about an assault course his class was going on that day to mark the end of term. Then, after breakfast, Mark took our youngest, Scarlett, then 11, to school on the way…

1 DOWNLOAD THE MINDSHIFT APP. This is one of the best mental-health apps (free on iOS and android) which teaches teens how to deal with intense emotions. 2 LISTEN. When dealing with anxious teens, this is the most important skill to learn. Ask open-ended questions like ‘How are you feeling?’ or ‘Is there anything that I can do to make you feel more comfortable?’ Then just listen. 3 EDUCATE YOURSELF. Contact YoungMinds (youngminds.org.uk) to learn about the links between triggers and anxious thoughts, as well as how to reframe anxiety-based thinking.…

If you’ve kicked off the new year eating healthily and getting fit, and are looking for a boost to keep you going, then this is the plan for you. We’ve teamed up with Slimming World to bring you a healthy eating plan, with filling foods, sweet treats and even wine! How it works ● Choose one breakfast, one lunch and one dinner per day, and repeat meals you enjoy. Find more ideas at slimmingworld.co.uk ● Foods printed in bold are ‘Free Food’, which you can enjoy freely without needing to weigh, measure or count at all. Base your meals around Free Food, like lean meat, plain tofu and Quorn, fish, pasta, rice, potatoes, eggs, pulses, fat-free dairy, fruit, vegetables and more. For the best weight loss, go for fruit or…

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When my Dalmatian, Indy, 12, died in February 2020, I was distraught. Indy and my other Dalmatian, Piper, then two, were part of my family, and I adored them both. It was tough seeing Piper so lost and lonely without her best friend to play with, too. ‘You need a new buddy,’ I told her one evening, as we moped together. Then I remembered a pup I’d spotted on Dalmatian Rescue’s Facebook page the previous month. I’d been looking for a new dog for a friend, but Emma Roo’s photo had tugged on my heartstrings. Her ears looked disfigured, and she had no front paws – it was obvious she’d had a rough time, so I contacted Pati, the rescue centre’s director. ‘People have shown interest, but no one will…

1 Twist, Sky Cinema In this modern version of Charles Dickens’ classic tale Oliver Twist, Sir Michael Caine stars as Fagin, who recruits a grown-up Twist (Raff Law) into his criminal gang as they plan the heist of the century. Rita Ora and David Walliams also star. 2 The Great Escapists, Amazon Prime Video Tory Belleci and Richard Hammond play exaggerated versions of themselves in this series, which follows the pair after they are marooned on an island. Using whatever materials they can find, they set about building all sorts of inventions to help them return to civilisation. 3 Marcella, ITV Anna Friel returns as troubled detective Marcella in the third series of the thriller. The eight-parter focuses on her new life in Belfast, where she is working undercover and…

When you think of Alison Hammond, two things probably come to mind: outrageous fun and a lot of confidence. The hugely popular TV presenter has graduated from entertainment reporter on This Morning to fully fledged co-host of the Friday shows – and she’s made it clear that, despite some raised eyebrows at her appointment, she believes in herself. Alison, 45, currently hosts the Friday show with X Factor presenter Dermot O’Leary, having replaced Ruth Langsford and Eamonn Holmes in the slot in January. Despite Ruth and Eamonn’s apparent axing sparking outrage among loyal viewers of This Morning, it seems Alison is standing firm on her position WEIGHT WORRIES Former Big Brother contestant Alison has always been honest about her battle with her weight, and recently made the revelation that she…

I would never have an affair with a married man, I used to say. Until I did. Far from the classic scenario, where the other woman knows nothing about his marriage, I did. You see, he was my best friend. I was at the wedding to his college sweetheart. ‘There was no question in our minds that we had to be together’ If you’re reading this as a wife, I am aware you must think I’m heartless. I don’t expect sympathy – if I were someone’s wife I’d be thinking that as well – but it’s too simplistic to paint him as merely a philandering git, me as the cold-hearted mistress, his wife as the helpless victim. And love has a way of changing your moral compass. We had worked…

Should I worry about itchy mole? Q I have a mole on my back which has started itching. It is on my bra line and I think it is just getting rubbed which is irritating it. My husband has taken a photograph of it and it doesn’t look any different to me, but he is insisting I see my GP. What do you think? A We recommend that any mole that changes shape, colour or size or one that starts bleeding or itching, be checked out. Your GP may be happy to look at the photograph in the first instance, so you could email that to the practice and if your doctor has any concerns, they will ask you to go into the surgery for them to take a look.…

Have you heard about? Online dementia support Do you look after a loved one with dementia? Moments of Joy is a new platform for family carers and those living with a diagnosis. Sign-up to access support resources, workshops, forums and specialist advice, for all stages of care and its effect on the family (30-day free trial, then £11.99 per month, mojodementia.org). Favourite day for fitness Wednesday is the most popular day of the week for people to work out, according to a poll by ClassPass. Tea improves gut health Four to five cups of tea per day could boost ‘friendly’ gut bacteria, helping to reduce obesity and boost immunity, according to a new report by the Tea Advisory Panel. 52% of Brits say being at home due to the pandemic…

When I joined Slimming World, I never expected to find my self-belief growing so much that one day any goal I set myself would seem possible. Just recently, cycling in the beautiful countryside near home with my boyfriend, Jack, I saw a steep hill ahead. I was about to switch to a lower gear to make it easier when a voice in my head piped up: ‘No, Grace, you’re going to stay in this gear all the way to the top’. And I did! Standing on top of that hill, looking at the landscape below, felt far away from the place I’d been three years earlier. Back then, life felt defined by things I couldn’t do. I’d been studying Acting for Film at university, having switched from the Musical Theatre…

Bourbon tiffin Serves 9 A rich, very-moreish fridge cake with lots of crunch. This tiffin has been one of the most popular among my taste-testers – unsurprising, since it is also the most chocolate-filled. You will need ✽ 200g dairy-free spread ✽ 140g golden syrup ✽ 400g Bourbon biscuits, crushed ✽ 30g cocoa powder ✽ 100g mixed roasted nuts, chopped ✽ 75g raisins ✽ 300g dairy-free chocolate (I use half dark and half milk chocolate) How to do it 1 Line a 20 x 20cm baking tin with greaseproof paper. 2 Put the spread and golden syrup in a small saucepan on a low heat. Allow to melt gently, then remove from heat. 3 Fold the biscuits in a clean towel or put them in a zip-lock bag and gently…

HAVE YOU HEARD? ne in five homeowners admit O to keeping a spare key in their garden, under a doormat or flowerpot, research by Admiral found. However the insurer is warning that not only does keeping keys outside make it easier for burglars to break in, if a burglar uses a key when gaining entry to your home, you may find youÕre not insured for any losses. IF YOU DO ONE THING THIS WEEK… GET FREEBIES A new app has been launched to help parents get free toys, books and clothes for their kids. YoungPlanet (youngplanet.com) lets people list unwanted items they’d like to give to others locally. The app launched in London but will be rolled out across the UK this year. (Free, Android/IOS) 3 easy ways to make…

After presenting two series of BBC1’s Best Home Cook , presenter Claudia Winkleman is back with a celebrity version of the cookery competition. This new eight-part series sees 10 famous faces showing off their culinary skills in various challenges and serving up tasty food to impress judges Chris Bavin, Mary Berry and Angela Hartnett. ‘It’s not about fancy food’ Among the stars hoping to be crowned Celebrity Best Home Cook 2021 are former Coronation Street actor Shobna Gulati, journalist Rachel Johnson and retired politician Ed Balls. ‘Our celebrity cooks are brilliant!’ says Claudia. ‘This is a show about home cooking, it’s not about fancy food. The judges aren’t looking for perfection when it comes to presentation. It just has to taste great.’ As well as having a kitchen filled with…

Mostly As Lie fiend Oh dear, you’re not a good truth-teller! They say there’s nothing wrong with a white lie, but how many are you telling? You’ll find yourself bending the truth so much that it becomes detrimental. You’d want people to be honest with you, so why treat them differently? Take a deep breath, and tell the truth. Mostly Bs The skirter-arounder You’re neither here nor there when it comes to truth-telling, you already know the answer is no, or you’re not happy with the situation – but you can’t bear to hurt anyone’s feelings by being honest. You just avoid the problem and try to distract everyone. Does it not burden you? Relieve that weight and be truthful. Mostly Cs An open book Well done, you’re a great…

‘I think I’m more generous’ Loose Women panellist Nadia Sawalha and husband Mark Adderley have been married for 18 years, and have been through more than your average couple in that time. Nadia, 56, has helped her husband through his battles with alcohol addiction and depression, something that has only brought them, as well as their two daughters, Maddie, 18, and Kiki, 13, closer together. Here, exclusively for Woman’s Own , the couple interview one another and spill all the details on their relationship, awkward first kisses and their most annoying habits. Nadia: What’s the one thing that most annoys you about me? M: Your constant calling of other people from other rooms. I would really like it if you didn’t shout for everyone! N: The worst thing about you…