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Some days I write about life and loves, other days it’s all about dating, parenting work-life and whatever random rants are swirling around in my head
25 Lessons About Life I Wish I’d Known Before 40
There is great power in the statement “older and wiser”. As we get older we learn lessons about life we wish we’d known when we were younger.
ABOUT ME
Samantha Martin
Yes, that's me! The one with the Mickey Ears
Hi, I'm Samantha and welcome to my blog. I don't just talk about work stuff. From food to fashion, relationships, random stuff and grown-up life in general. And obviously being fab over 40......
Shop With Me March 2022
Shop with me in March 2022 to find what great buys and fabulous bargains I find as a self-confessed shopaholic
What Is Normal?
We should be making it normal to celebrate and support all women every single day of the year. Always. Not just for International Women’s Day
Midlife Crisis Or A New Direction?
The problem with making life changes when you hit a certain age, is that people often just think you’re having a midlife crisis
Being Fab Over 40
Hitting 40 doesn’t mean you are getting old. You can still look and feel young at heart and be totally fab over 40! Here are a few tips;
Are You Ready To Start Dating Again?
Dating is scary enough at the best of times. But now as we emerge from lockdown the thoughts of meeting new people is starting to crop up
5 Ways To Spring Clean Your Business
It’s time to give your business a good Spring clean. Spring is the ideal time to give all the dark corners of your business the once over.
What Else Do You Do?
How often have you been asked, either in a business environment or a personal event, what is it that you do?
The Misconceptions Of Female Empowerment
A ‘Girl Power’ selfie is a far cry from real female empowerment. You don’t have to be anti-men to embrace female empowerment or be a feminist
Dating Someone That Just Got Out Of A Relationship
Dating someone that just got out of a relationship requires a lot of patience and understanding. Here are a few tips to help you when dating
Overcoming The Fear Of Failure
The fear of failure will only ever lead to failure. You need to look at the reasons behind your fear and address them to move on
Is Your Business Ready for the Post-Covid Digital Revolution?
I’ve taken a look at 10 different industries to show the changes they may have to implement post-Covid and to be more digital.
A Relationship Is Not A Destination
If being in a relationship is your final destination goal then Valentines is probably your thing. So why not express your love every day?
10 Ways To Grow Your Business During A Downturn
The past 12 months have taught us that a sharp and sudden downturn can appear out of nowhere. But could your business still grow?
2021: Changes – Turn And Face The Strange
Whilst giving myself a talking to, I realised that between life events and world events I’d completely lost my mojo. I need changes!
Please Do Not Virtue Signal About Mental Health Awareness Week
Mental health is a lifelong thing. It’s not just for Christmas or an awareness week in May. It’s like a puppy. A pain in the arse but you’re stuck with it
Sorry Really Is The Hardest Word
Lads, we need to talk about your inability to say sorry and the absolute dick move that it is. It really isn’t that difficult and goes a long way
Swipe Right! Think I’ll Swipe Left Thanks
I’ve never used a dating app in my life until this week and quite honestly I think I’ll just swipe left and stay single because you know it won’t end well
To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before
When it comes to ex boys I’ve loved before there are the good, the bad and then there’s the one that got away. It’s time I told others what they mean to me
I’m The World’s Worst Blogger / The One In Which I Nearly Died
I thought I’d make this Christmas truly memorable and nearly die. Yep I actually nearly died. Talk about dramatic! Oh and I made a few decisions as well
How To Get Over Yourself
At some point on your business journey, you are going to come to the realisation that it’s not all about you and have to have to get over yourself
Stop Trying To Pursue Your One Passion
Do you have to have just one passion in life to discover what your purpose is? What if you decide you don’t like that passion anymore?
10 Signs You’ve Got A Dose Of Premature Tinselation
I can categorically state there are 12 days of Christmas and not a single one of them is in November. Have you got a dose of premature tinselation?
Tanning 101 With A Little Bit Of Help From Zhuzh Tan Accelerator
I get obsessive about my tanning routine so adding Zhuzh Tan Accelerator to the products I use was a great choice to help accelerate my tan naturally without skin damage
Why Are You Relying On Your Leaders To Change Your World?
I think it’s safe to say that 2016 has been slightly cray cray. But what is this change that so many want? And is actually simpler than most think
When Did You Forget The Sisterhood?
Girls, when did you forget to stop supporting your fellow girls? When did you remove yourself from the sisterhood? Girls, it’s time to rethink this!
It’s ok to have a pink Smiggle note pad in your designer handbag
Being a grown up is very boring so I tend to brighten up my business meetings with some cute, pink, fluffy stationery from Smiggle
You Mock My Success But You Forget My Struggle
A funny thing happens when you have some level of success. Rather than being happy for you, some people turn on you. Do they forget the hard times?
Is Sexting Cheating?
Sexting is becoming more common place when it comes to flirting. But what if those sexts aren’t to your partner? Is it just the same as physically cheating?