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Pause and Refresh at The Hearth and Soul Link Party

The Hearth and Soul Link Party, where you are welcome to share your blog posts about anything that feeds the soul

There's been so much going on recently, it really is high time to pause and refresh ourselves. At this week's Hearth and Soul Link Party, there are lots of ideas and inspiration to help you do just that. Welcome!Blog posts about anything that feeds the soul are welcome here at The Hearth and Soul Link Party. Things that feed the soul may include (but are not limited to) recipes, decorating, Continue reading...

Recipes

My Chicken Salad with Salsa and Quinoa combines flavourful salsa, grilled chicken and protein packed quinoa for a fresh, healthy salad you will love.

Healthy Chicken Salad with Salsa and Quinoa

Crab Melts served

Quick and Easy Crab Melts – A Tasty Appetizer or Light Meal

Healthier Sweet and Sour Chicken

Healthier Sweet and Sour Chicken Recipe

Kung Pao Cauliflower - vegan and gluten free - ready to serve

Kung Pao Cauliflower – Vegan and Gluten Free

Life

The Hearth and Soul Link Party, where you are welcome to share your blog posts about anything that feeds the soul

Pause and Refresh at The Hearth and Soul Link Party

You Are Perfect Just As You Are sign

You Are Beautiful Just As You Are

Be Kind To Yourself - Hints and Tips to Help

Be Kind To Yourself – Now It’s More Important Than Ever

Villa America – Your Next Great Read

Style

You Are Perfect Just As You Are sign

You Are Beautiful Just As You Are

Looking your best while staying at home

Looking Your Best While Staying At Home

How to wear one dress different ways - Stretch your wardrobe without sacrificing style with this fun, sustainable approach to fashion.

Sustainable Fashion – How to Wear One Dress Different Ways

Setting the table - holiday entertaining made easy

Holiday Entertaining Without Stress

Travel

Highclere Castle - The Real Downton Abbey - Exterior view

Highclere Castle – The Real Downton Abbey

Visit Buckingham Palace - The Inside Story

Visit Buckingham Palace 2020 – Making the Most of Your Visit

April J Harris on the stairs at Beaulieu

Beaulieu Palace House – A Magical Evening

Ever wondered what it's like to spend an evening at Highclere Castle? Get the inside scoop on my visit to a Champagne, Canapés, Carols and House Tours evening at The Real Downton Abbey!

An Evening at Highclere Castle (aka Downton Abbey)

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This is true of women both collectively and as ind

This is true of women both collectively and as individuals. Collectively we can change the world, and as individuals, we can grow and develop so that we become our best selves. We are capable of so much more than we think we are! ⁣
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Five years ago, I made a commitment to my health and fitness. With the help of a wonderful PT (thank you @debbiewyer PT & Pilates!) I made slow, sustainable changes to my diet that fitted in with our busy lifestyle, and began a fitness plan that has enabled me to get into and stay in the best shape of my life. Yes I lost weight and I feel great about fitting into a UK size 8 to 10, but more than that, I am excited that my blood pressure is now normal, my energy levels are high and physically I can achieve things I couldn't even contemplate before. Baby steps can lead to huge changes, so be encouraged! If I can do it, you can do it too 😀

Thank you @_gossipgirlpr for the tag #challengeacc

Thank you @_gossipgirlpr for the tag #challengeaccepted #womensupportingwomen

"The secret of getting ahead is getting started."

"The secret of getting ahead is getting started." Mark Twain.⁣
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Starting off the week the way with @guyjharris66 the way we mean to go on with our daily early morning walk. What a difference our walks have made to our outlook, our health and our fitness! From short 4km walks that took over an hour to the 7 to 8 km daily morning hikes we now complete in under 75 minutes, it's made all the difference to how we are navigating these challenging times.

Celebrating 5 Years of @smartworksrdg with their #

Celebrating 5 Years of @smartworksrdg with their #give5for5 campaign. Sharing "What's in my Bag" and making a donation. Smart Works Reading is close to my heart as they support job seeking women in the Thames Valley with coaching and styling to help them get back into employment. Find out more @smartworksrdg and please join in!

How are you doing with all the changes we are expe

How are you doing with all the changes we are experiencing this summer? I'm looking at new ways to get my head round our 'new normal' - or "Life - the Reboot" as we decided to call it in a Zoom coffee morning this morning! I feel safer wearing a mask, and also feel like I'm helping to protect others, so I've decided to find as many cute masks as I can and let my dramatic fashion personality have a little fun! Have a close look at the mask - When all this is a lot more under control, guess where I'm headed? 😉

It's an oldie but a goodie! Don't miss this Cherry

It's an oldie but a goodie! Don't miss this Cherry Almond Loaf Cake, an easy to make cake recipe that's chock full of fresh cherries and delicately flavoured with almond. #almond #loafcake #scrumptiouskitchen #dessertrecipe #omnomnom #huffposttaste #

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