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Children’s Uniforms Through Time*
In the UK, wearing an outfit individual to a particular school is not a modern idea. The first noted “uniform” was declared by The Archbishop of Canterbury in 1222 that students had to don a certain robe called a “cappa clausa” and Christ’s Hospital School in Horsham which first opened in 1552 adopted a uniform for its pupils back in the 16th century! So let’s have a look at the changing face of school uniforms and how they compare to what children wear today. 19th Century In the 1800s, The Elementary Education Act of 1870 made education available to all pupils in England and Wales. This meant that there had…
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Adding Luxury to your Life*
The world is an increasingly stressful, worrying place. Whatever your political affiliations it’s rare for a news cycle to go past without reason for concern. One of the most important ways to maintain your equilibrium is to ensure you have a few luxuries in your life to help you relax. Perhaps treating yourself to a new wardrobe to make yourself feel good is one such luxury you allow yourself? Ditching those oversized hoodies and oversized t shirts and investing in some flattering plus size t shirts that actually fit really does work! Being comfortable in your own skin when you’re out is a great way to reduce stress and worry.…
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Empowered Women and the Rise of the Self-Love Ring*
Next month on March 8th is International Women’s Day. A day born out of our desire to be equal. Through this, there is a new trend emerging for women and it’s all about self-appreciation and self-loving. It is the rise of the self-love ring; some women are even taking it as far as marrying themselves and others are in a relationship referred to as ‘sologamy’. Having spent years in unhappy relationships including an abusive one with men, I can honestly see the appeal. These days I’m happier alone than in a bad relationship. So together with Angelic Diamonds engagement rings, we take a closer look at the trend and how…
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Why You Should Write a Will in Your Twenties: It’s Never Too Early!*
It’s never too early to write a will. In fact, it’s a good idea to write one as soon as possible! So, to discover why and what to include, read on… None of us like to think about death, especially when we’re still in the early years of our lives. In our twenties, we feel invincible, and most of us don’t write a will until we’re old enough to come face to face with our own mortality. Unfortunately, people can die at any age, so it’s never a bad time to get your estate in order. You can write your own will if you want to save money, or contact…
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7 Budget-Friendly Tricks to Spruce up your Bathroom*
If your bathroom looks outdated and tired, it is probably high time to roll those sleeves up and start planning a bathroom upgrade. You can get help by hiring Plumbing services in Medina, they’ll cover all the water side of things leaving you to deal with the aesthetics. Below are some handy tricks and tips to help spruce up your bathroom even if you are on a tight budget. 1. Update the Fixtures Replace a leaky faucet, a worn-out tap and anything else that feels out-of-date. You may need to have a plumber do this work for you, but it will definitely cost you much less than if you had…
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10 Reasons Why Getting an Early Dementia Diagnosis Is Important*
Dementia is something that should never sneak up on anyone you know. Instead of waiting for the worst to happen, stay on top of health issues. You can do a lot for your loved ones by being aware of telltale dementia signs. Make a plan to be healthy long before the worst parts of dementia take over. And when it does, it doesn’t have to be the end of your loved one. You can find some wonderful assisted living specifically designed for people with memory issues such as memory care worcester ma. Here they will be taken care of when you no longer can. 10. Life Is Demanding All of…
