Trivial
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The Benefits of the Duke of Edinburgh Award*
Anyone remember that Inbetween’s episode about the Duke of Edinburgh Award? I do vividly because I remember laughing out loud as it brought back memories of my own DoEA experience. I only ever did the bronze but it was an achievement in itself for this flute playing drama geek! But it was a lot of fun! I remember doing a residence trip in the Lake District and learning to canoe! Credit If your child is interested in doing the Duke of Edinburgh Award, it’s worth exploring the pros and cons to help you decide if it’s a good option for them. There are many benefits for students taking part in…
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Can I Get the Stained Glass Look in My Home?*
Stained glass windows are beautiful and underrated because they’re typically only associated with churches. Granted, churches featured the first stained glass windows, because they were used to illustrate bible stories to people who couldn’t read. However, in recent years, interior designers have been feeling inspired to bring stained glass to our homes to suit modern tastes, as well as traditional. It has many practical benefits, including the fact that it can conceal an ugly view or improve privacy, whilst allowing light to flow into your home in colourful waves. Many people are having stained glass incorporated into panels in their front door. However, stained glass windows will work just as…
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How to Pick Jewellery That Looks Good on You and Reflects Your Personality*
Your jewellery and other accessories say a lot about who you are and what type of personality you have. Selecting the right look for your style can be difficult, especially since there are so many options to choose from. From simple to sophisticated, this link can help you make an informed decision on which piece of jewellery is right for every look and mood you would like to project. Let’s discuss how to pick jewellery that looks good on you and reflects your personality. Credit Your Wardrobe You don’t always have to match your jewellery to your clothing, but they should not be wildly different. You can mix and match…
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3 Ways Dating at 50 Differs to Dating In Your 20s*
Dating at any age can feel like a daunting experience. The idea of getting to know someone and letting them know every part of you can be terrifying especially after a bad break up, but imagine trying to do that at the age of 50. In some ways, dating at 50 is more freeing than at 20. When I was in my early 20s I was desperate to find someone to create a h0me with, to have a family with and spend the rest of my life with. As i’ve gotten older, I don’t feel it’s as important. I have a home, I have a kid, I have a job.…
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6 Facts About Fertility Everyone Should Know*
Fertility is far more complicated than it might first seem and many couples find it difficult to conceive a child. Many factors can influence whether or not you can have a baby and a lack of education around fertility is often one of them. The following fertility facts, prepared by a private fertility clinic in London, will be helpful for anyone hoping to become a parent one day, both men and women. After all, it takes two healthy adults to conceive a child.
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6 Reasons Why Dark Chocolate Can Help You with Your Diet*
Chocoholics need not despair. Even if it’s time to start a diet and get serious about weight loss, there’s one thing they don’t have to give up: the antioxidant- and flavonoid-rich dark chocolate. The closer the chocolate is to how nature produced it—i.e., without the additional milk, sugar, fat, and artificial flavorings that make it junk food—the better it is for your health. And to a chocoholic’s great surprise, dark chocolate can be more than just a substitute to its unhealthy counterparts. It can also be incorporated into one’s diet and eaten in moderate amounts in order to curb cravings, prevent overeating, increase insulin sensitivity, and stabilize blood sugar—all of…