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We’re Wishing…
Many happy returns to broadcaster, author and all-round lovely man Graham Norton, who will be 61 on April 4. Graham began his career as an actor and comedian but soon showed his abilities as a TV presenter and chat show host. He recently announced he was standing down from his job as a DJ on Virgin Radio, but hopefully Graham will still be on our screens for many years to come!
We’re Not Eating Chocolate…
Because we overdid it at Easter! We still enjoy the smell, though, meaning this lovely white chocolate fragranced candle from Home Bargains is just the thing! It’s like eating a big bar of creamy chocolate – but without the calories or guilt… Wickford & Co White Chocolate Candle, £2.99.
We’re Writing…
Everything down in an attempt to remember! Do you ever read or see something and think, “Oh, I must tell my friend about that”. Then, when you meet them the next day, you can’t remember what it was you wanted to tell them? Yep, happens to us all the time!
Here’s the solution – write it down! And do it in a nice notebook! Check out Monsoon’s range of stationery in jewel colours and with sparkly accessories. We like this pretty Monsoon Shellac book and pen set, £8.
We’re Walking…
Everywhere, as April 7 is National Walk to Work Day. Taking simple steps now will improve your health and could pay dividends years down the line. Walking can help to clear the mind, burn calories and get your heart pumping – and doing it before work could encourage you to eat more healthily throughout the day. Try it and let us know!
We Lists…
How do you spend your time? Adobe Express conducted a survey of 2,000 adults to discover the UK’s most popular hobbies in 2024. Are any of these on your to-do list?
Reading
Walking
Cooking and baking
Playing an instrument / solo sport
Journalling
Writing
Sports (as a team)
Art, drawing and illustration
Knitting, sewing and crocheting
Design work
We’re Visiting…
Yorkshire, partly because this particular region of England is full of charm and rugged beauty, but also because it’s National Parks Fortnight from April 2-18, and Yorkshire is home to not one, but two of the UK’s largest national parks. The North Yorks Moors and the Yorkshire Dales are both stunning and, in spring, they’re crying out for a visit. Head for the wilderness and enjoy
