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5 Ways to Get Comfortable with Change

by Evin // December 8, 2021 // No Comments
Guest post By Sid Madge, Meee  Ironically, change is the only constant. Life moves and evolves and sometimes those changes are tough and sometimes they are welcome. In the last few years many of us have been forced to change... Continue reading →
Red and blue stripes on white background. Lines refracted through glassware filled with water. Middle glass reverses color of stripes for interesting effect. Yes, center glass piece is upside down.

Keep your back hydrated and healthy – why and how?

by Evin // November 22, 2021 // No Comments
Guest post ‘Keep your back hydrated and healthy – why and how?’ by Anthony Padgett, physiotherapist and Director at Back In Shape Ltd Drinking plenty of water is good for our general health and well-being.  Doctors and fitness experts have... Continue reading →
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10 World Foods & Drinks that Deserve to be Better Known

by Evin // November 19, 2021 // No Comments
We have a great guest post today about 10 World Foods & Drinks that Deserve to be Better Known by Erik Wolf, MA, CCTP, MCTP, World Food Travel Association Destinations almost always have a particular food and/or drink associated with... Continue reading →
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10 boxes to tick before you wrap your next gift

by Evin // October 14, 2021 // No Comments
Today, I have a great guest post to share. Kim Brookes of Perfino has written 10 boxes to tick before you wrap your next gift.   After 10 years running an online gift registry, helping people list the gifts they’d love to... Continue reading →

Looking to horses for Mental Health lessons

by Evin // October 7, 2021 // No Comments
I’m honoured to have a guest post to share with you today from Emma Hutchison of HorseBack UK. Looking to horses for Mental Health lessons By Emma Hutchison, HorseBack UK  At HorseBack UK, we don’t expect horses to be brilliant just because... Continue reading →

Travelling at time of changing traffic lights

by Evin // September 30, 2021 // No Comments
We are back again this Thursday with another wonderful guest post by Mark Bibby Jackson, TravelBeginsAt40.com. This week, he focuses on travelling at time of changing traffic lights. As always, travel restrictions change daily so please check before you book or fly... Continue reading →
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International Travel and Covid

by Evin // September 23, 2021 // No Comments
Today, we have a guest post by Mark Bibby Jackson, TravelBeginsAt40.com focusing on international travel and Covid. His insight and factual input comes from years of first-hand experience as well as being a leader in the field of travel and tourism.... Continue reading →

For a true taste of a country, try its cuisine

by Evin // August 26, 2021 // 1 Comment
Today, we have a guest post by Mark Bibby Jackson, TravelBeginsAt40.com focusing on travel experience. His recommendation is that for a true taste of a country, try its cuisine. Cultures are constantly evolving, and to experience food as it is... Continue reading →
S&G picnic VLT vegan BLT Recipe from Louise Palmer Masterton, founder of Stem & Glory: https://www.stemandglory.uk/

The ‘VLT’ (Vegan BLT) Recipe from Louise Palmer-Masterton, founder of Stem & Glory

by Evin // August 18, 2021 // 1 Comment
Such love after sharing her recipe for Vegan Fig Upside Down Cake, so Louise Palmer-Masterton, founder of Stem & Glory, is sharing another recipe of hers… The ‘VLT’ (Vegan BLT). I haven’t intentionally eaten pork or bacon since 1994, but the one thing I... Continue reading →

Tips for developing a brilliant brand for a Drink or a Food product

by Evin // August 12, 2021 // No Comments
Today, I’m honoured to be sharing an insightful and practical post by Richard Horwell, Brand Relations. Branding plays a huge role in encouraging a first-time purchaser to try your new food or drink product.  Indeed, 90% of a first-time purchase is... Continue reading →
S&G picnic Red Pepper Dip Recipe from Louise Palmer Masterton, founder of Stem & Glory: https://www.stemandglory.uk/

Vegan Red Pepper Dip Recipe from Louise Palmer-Masterton, founder of Stem & Glory

by Evin // August 9, 2021 // No Comments
Back with a third guest post recipe from Louise Palmer-Masterton, founder of Stem & Glory. I’m feeling VERY lucky to be able to share her guest recipe posts here this summer. Stem & Glory is on my wish list when I next visit... Continue reading →
BEING AN ENTREPRENEUR WHILE BALANCING PARENTING By Judy Piatkus, author of ‘Ahead of Her Time; How a One-Woman Startup Became a Global Publishing Brand’.

Being an Entrepreneur While Balancing Parenting

by Evin // August 5, 2021 // No Comments
Today, I’m sharing a special guest post by Judy Piatkus, author of ‘Ahead of Her Time; How a One-Woman Startup Became a Global Publishing Brand’. There are people who are just meant to be entrepreneurs. For women hoping to become... Continue reading →

How kitchen tech is changing and the opportunities this presents

by Evin // June 17, 2021 // No Comments
How kitchen tech is changing and the opportunities this presents Guest Post By Nick Orme, co-founder of Njori The push to reduce our environmental impact is going to change many things, including our kitchens: products are going to need to... Continue reading →
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How great your day is depends on your morning

by Evin // May 28, 2021 // No Comments
How great your day is depends on your morning Guest Post By Sid Madge, Meee Mornings are important, and here are 5 micro-moment ideas to help you start your morning off right so you set yourself up for a fantastic... Continue reading →
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Boosting a Deflated Mojo 

by Evin // April 8, 2021 // No Comments
Guest Post By Sid Madge, Meee For all kinds of reasons, the last twelve months have been tough for many of us. The pandemic has been the source of many difficulties, but there have been plenty of old normal challenges... Continue reading →

How to make bike storage a design statement

by Evin // March 18, 2021 // No Comments
Guest Post By Catherine Bedford, Dashel Helmets  Cyclists have a reputation for not being the most fashionable people in the world. Function is valued over appearance ─ and for good reason. Cycling is a technical sport and an energetic way... Continue reading →
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Getting Those Eyebrows Under Control

by Evin // March 9, 2021 // No Comments
Guest Post By Lucy Zender, creator and founder of Tweezerfile There’s no question that eyebrows have become an obsession over recent years. Indeed, it seems beauty-conscious women cannot be seen out without the perfect brow.   With the various changes in... Continue reading →

Interview with de Maquis

by Evin // March 2, 2021 // No Comments
As a fan of de Maquis Designs, I was delighted when Jennica Vincent agreed to let me interview her for my blog and show some of the designs I love most from her shop. I bet you will fall for her... Continue reading →

The five things you should know about winter cycling

by Evin // February 16, 2021 // No Comments
My husband and sons love going out for bike rides. They have learned a lot as they go, sometimes the hard way. So, when Catherine Ellis of Hill & Ellis offered to write a guest post for EvinOK about the... Continue reading →
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How can you make sure you get wonderful pictures from professional photoshoot?

by Evin // February 4, 2021 // No Comments
I’m thrilled to share a guest post today from Emeka Ikechi who will detail how you can make sure you get wonderful pictures from professional photoshoot. How can you make sure you get wonderful pictures from professional photoshoot? By Emeka Ikechi,... Continue reading →

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