Innholdsfortegnelse for Monday, February 26, 2024 i Woman's Own

Bread, pasta, potatoes – I love it all! So I’ve paid close attention to the quiz on p22 to find out my carb limit – though it’s not stopped me drooling over the sloppy joes on p32! This issue is packed with must-reads – including youth-boosting buys from £2.95 (p28), bargain home updates (p40) and on p44 get planning a road trip across spectacular landscapes in Wales. Throw in a pit-stop for lunch and it’s an ideal getaway! Ever fancied running away from it all? Turn to p38 to read Louise’s story, who decided 60 would be the most exciting stage of her life! Enjoy, and have a great week! The Woman’s Own Health & Beauty special is on sale NOW Join us online goodtoknow.co.uk/womansown womansown@futurenet.com facebook.com/womansownmagazine twitter.com@WomansOwn Woman’s Own,…

THE PENSION PINCH Couples now need an extra £9,100 a year to maintain a good standard of living in retirement. And we’re not talking Caribbean cruises here, but just bog-standard stuff like two weeks on the Costa del Sol and one weekend away a year in Devon. This ‘moderate’ lifestyle now costs a retired couple £43,100 a year, up from £34,000 this time last year according to the Pensions and Lifetime Savings Association. Basically a 65-year-old retiring today would need pension savings of £356,880 to afford an annual income of £31,300 assuming they receive the full state pension as well. Better start saving! FINALLY! THE SCIENCE BEHIND ATTRACTION Apparently we all have the ability to look hot and desirable… True story. The one time I tried to look ‘sexy’ for…

Have you heard about? SARCASM CAN MAKE YOU SICK Tend to be sarcastic when it comes to humour? You might be putting yourself at risk of a heart attack, according to research*. That’s because scientists believe being in a constant state of negativity can put a strain on your health. It is also thought that those who are hostile towards others are more likely to lead an unhealthy lifestyle. Try puns instead! It worked for me Marie Longman, 55, from Staffordshire ‘I’m allergic to horses and even briefly touching them can cause flu-like symptoms. But because I love them, I took a risk and booked a tour on horseback in Turkey. I applied HayMax Organic Allergen Barrier Balm (£8.49 for 5ml, Boots) under my nostrils beforehand and had no issues…

Why can’t I stop people pleasing? Q I’m 55 years old and have been a people pleaser all my life. I have two grown daughters who always want me to babysit or help out in some way and an ex-husband who left me for someone else but constantly calls me when he’s down. None of them are there for me when I feel low and they don’t seem to care that I am often exhausted. A Constantly trying to please everyone is emotionally draining and, at the age of 55, it’s time to identify your own needs and boundaries. It’s more than OK to say no to your daughters and set limits with your ex-partner. Building healthy relationships involves a balance between giving and receiving. Having a more balanced approach…

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Amy Dowden ‘I’M THRILLED DARE TO DANCE IS BACK!’ The Strictly star on the return of her emotional dance show… Dare to Dance is back for a second series, with Amy Dowden coaching more amazing people who want to surprise unsuspecting family and friends with their fancy footwork in a dance routine. As filming began on the series last year Amy was diagnosed with breast cancer, so her Strictly pals Dianne Buswell and Graziano Di Prima and ex-Strictly pro Oti Mabuse have been drafted in to help train the amateur hoofers. ‘I’m thrilled Dare To Dance is back!’ says Amy, who finished chemo in November. ‘When I dance I feel I can overcome anything. It’s something I want more people to experience. I really believe it can change your life.…

Coleen ‘RUTH IS INSANELY JEALOUS’ Loose Women’s Coleen Nolan has described her close relationship with Eamonn Holmes – and says that it makes pal Ruth Langsford, Eamonn’s wife, extremely jealous. In the past, the 58-year-old has joked that she fancies the former This Morning presenter, 64. And now she’s admitted that her fellow panellist gets ‘really jealous’, explaining, ‘I love winding Ruth up about him. I love him, and me and him get on so well and Ruth’s like, “Seriously, my best friend, one of my best friends!” And I know that she’s insanely jealous.’ She continued, ‘She gets really jealous, so I love winding her up and going “Really, Eamonn is much better with me.”’ Coleen added, ‘As soon as she says something about Eamonn – like if she’s…

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The skirt This figure-hugging skirt sits high on the waist to show off your shape and give a flattering finish. Offset its slinky style and wear with oversized knits and boxy T-shirts. Don’t be afraid of horizontal stripes – just stick to slim lines rather than thick stripes. There’s a matching top, too, if you want a bolder head-to-toe look. TOP TIP Add definition, without the bulk by tucking in just the front of your top. The shirt Embrace masculine tailoring with an oversized striped shirt. Perfect for adding polish to more casual pieces – team with cargo trousers and heels to create a cool high-low mix that’ll take you from day to night. Wear buttoned up and tucked-in or leave open and layer over a silky camisole. TOP TIP…

Sloppy Joes SERVES 4-8 These meaty sandwiches are a real crowd-pleaser. Serve 1-2 per person, depending how hungry you are. PREP TIME: 15 MINS COOK TIME: 15 MINS PER BURGER: CALS: 351 FAT: 14G SAT FAT: 5G CARBS: 34G YOU WILL NEED 1tbsp oil1 onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, crushed1 red pepper, chopped1 yellow pepper, chopped500g minced beef400g tin chopped tomatoes6tbsp barbecue sauceA few splashes Worcestershire sauce2tbsp tomato puree½-1tsp chilli powder (optional)2tbsp brown sugar1 beef stock cube8 burger buns, halved and toasted, Cheddar cheese, grated, to serve HOW TO DO IT 1 Over a medium heat, drizzle the oil into a large frying pan and fry the onion until soft, around 6-8 mins. Add the garlic and peppers and cook for a further 5 mins until the peppers have softened. 2…

Three decades ago, I celebrated my 30th birthday in the time-honoured tradition of all young people who think they are an adult but have no real idea about life, duty or personal responsibility – I got smashed. In fairness, I had quite a lot to get smashed about. I had spent the whole of my 20s in one seedy rental after another while I supported myself with part-time jobs and tried to be a writer. But a week before my 30th, I got my first book deal and, the day before, I got my first real job in journalism. Two years after that birthday party, while I was still single and living in a bedsit, I found myself pregnant with my first child. The father and I moved in together…

CLUES & ARROWS Fill in the clues in the direction of the arrows. Sudoku To solve the puzzle, each 3 x 3 box, each column and each row must contain the numbers 1 to 9. Wordsearch Which of these shades of red combines with ‘mallard’ in the name of a fishing fly widely used for catching trout? The answer is the one missing from the grid. AUBURNBURGUNDYCARMINECHERRYCLARETCRIMSONMAROONPLUMPUCEREDROSERUBYRUSTSALMONSCARLET CROSSWORD ACROSS 1 I Used to Be _, 2022 comedy drama film starring 29 Across (6)4 Unprepared (3-5)10 Electric Light _, band whose hits include Mr Blue Sky and Don’t Bring Me Down (9)11 European river (5)12 Glasses, informally (5)13 Source of vitality (9)14 Forever young (7)16 1970 single by the Kinks (4)19 Male deer (4)21 Capital of Libya (7)24 Very loud (9)25…

Growing up, I always envisioned myself getting married. Like many little girls, I dreamt about the type of dress I would wear as I walked down the aisle, the flowers I would choose to adorn the church, and the colours I’d choose for bridesmaids. But it wasn’t just the big white wedding I wanted, my dreams extended far beyond the ‘I do’s’. I wanted to be a wife. The thought of having someone who cared for me unconditionally, to create a family with and to share every aspect of my life with felt magical. So when I married in 1989, I’d never been happier. The life I had dreamt of since I was little was becoming a reality. ‘OLDER AND WISER, I KNOW WHAT I WANT NOW’ LIFE LESSONS But…

Tearing across the grass, my ponytail streaming in the wind and my schoolbag slapping against my arm, I ran as fast as I could. ‘Quick, Tina!’ yelled my friend, as we fled from the school, down a lane. It was 2005 and until recently I’d been a well-behaved child, never naughty or late. But then I’d started secondary school and become the target of merciless bullies, taunting me for my puppy fat. By 13, I couldn’t take any more, and some days – like today – I’d go to registration in the morning before escaping across the school field with a friend. For a few months it was fun, hanging around Huddersfield with nobody noticing I was playing truant. Until one morning in 2005. I was waiting for the bus…

Tears filled my eyes as I arranged the Mother’s Day flowers in a vase. It was March 2023, I didn’t have children of my own, but my younger siblings, then aged 20 and 18, had given me these, and a card thanking me for everything I’d done for them. Gestures like this always made me smile while also making me feel sad for our real mum – Fiona, 59. Mum has always done her best to be a part of Ted and Kia’s lives, but a cruel disease meant I’d been forced to step into her shoes when they were very young and I was just a teenager. Though they feel like my own children, and I know they see me as a second mum, I’ve never wanted to replace…

Bright base A luminous base is a must. On top of a nourishing face cream, use Makeup Revolution Bright Light Face Glow, £9.99, revolutionbeauty. com, as your primer before you apply the rest of your make-up to help keep skin looking dewy and fresh. Wide-eyed Lining your lids with eyeliner is a classic trick for making eyes look more youthful. The extra definition along your lash line to help create a doe-eyed illusion. Get 65-year-old Sharon Stone’s dramatic look with W7 Super Gel Deluxe Eye Pencil, £2.95, w7makeup.co.uk. In full bloom A light touch with a delicate, shimmery blusher is the easiest way to keep your face full of life and colour, just like 63-year-old Julianne. Sweep Milani Baked Blush, £11.75, Boots, over cheeks with a buffing brush – the…

20-26 February 2024 ARIES 21 Mar – 20 Apr If you’ve been feeling confused and indecisive recently about a matter close to your heart, know that you will have the clarity you need by the end of the month. TAURUS 21 Apr – 20 May Life has been unsettled for quite some time for you, but by taking a small step each day towards your objectives, you will soon attain the stability you desire. GEMINI 21 May – 20 Jun Consult an expert to help you make an informed decision. Sometimes we need the input of other people in the know to help, and now is one of those moments. CANCER 21 Jun – 22 Jul Now the Sun is in your fellow sign Pisces you feel more fulfilled than…

THE GUEST by B.A. Paris (£16.99, HB, Hodder & Stoughton) Iris and Gabriel have a picture-perfect life. A beautiful country home, a happy and thriving daughter, and friends Pierre and Laure who they often go on holiday with. But life takes a dark turn when Gabriel encounters a young man dying in a quarry. To ease the ensuing trauma and guilt, the couple go on holiday. But upon returning, Laure is in their home. She has left Pierre after he confessed to an affair. Iris and Gabriel want to be supportive but when Laure begins wearing Iris’ clothes and following her every move, tensions rise to fever pitch. A deliciously creepy and gripping read. ONCE UPON A LEAP YEAR by Anna Bell (£8.99, PB, HarperCollins) It’s 29 February 2000. While…

It has been five months since Chloe Madeley and James Haskell split after 10 years together and five years of marriage. Until now, the estranged couple had still been living under the same roof as they began to navigate co-parenting their 18-month-old daughter, Bodhi. But former rugby union player James, 38, has now moved out of the family home and Chloe is facing the next chapter of her life. Despite Chloe, 36, admitting that there is ‘sadness’ over the fact that Bodhi will no longer be living with both her parents, she’s also insistent that their daughter remains their priority. SEPARATE HOUSES Despite no longer living together, Chloe, who has admitted there would be ‘a whole new host of challenges’ when James moved out, is doing everything she can for…