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Growing up in a military family, I’ve always known the comfort of a close-knit atmosphere. However, when my marriage of three years broke down in 2014, my life fell apart. I was completely blind to his manipulative behaviour. So, I was absolutely crushed when he suddenly announced that he was leaving me. It robbed me of everything. Things got so stressful that I even had a heart attack. Thankfully, I had a speedy recovery, but I couldn’t believe my life had ended up like this. Over the next few weeks, I fell into a dark depression. I’d always known a life of love, but now it was empty. After a couple of weeks, I couldn’t take it anymore. I just wanted to die. So, I rang a help line. ‘I…

Check out my little boss baby! He’s rocking that look for sure. Too cool for school! Adam Bradshaw, Halesowen My girls don’t need lots of toys to play with. They have so much fun in a box! Patricia Cordon, Cheltenham This is the boot camp I go to at 6am in the morning. It’s fab fun and the coaches have helped so many people to achieve their goals. Dawn Humphrey,Scarborough My sons Freddie and Harry met Brad Pitt at a premier for Once Upon A Time in Hollywood! Nikky Hulbert, Essex This is my special granddaughter Mia. We took her to the zoo this week and she just loves giraffes so much. She was so excited to see them! Carol Adams, Halesowen If your letter makes Star Letter of the…

INSTANT appointment Dr Jerome Sebah, founder of The Dentist Gallery and Waterpik and Arm & Hammer Ambassador. Wisdom teeth Q My teenage daughter has wisdom teeth coming through and is in a lot of pain. Will she need to have them removed? Harriet, Norfolk A It's normal for your daughter to experience pain when her wisdom teeth are growing, but painkillers should help. An X-ray will show if her teeth are growing in the right direction. If they are not, she may be better off having them removed before they create an infection or start to displace any of her other teeth as they grow. How do I stop? Q I’ve noticed I grind my teeth when I’m asleep and I’m worried it could be damaging. How can I stop?…

BreastCancer Now has merged with BreastCancerCare to create the UK’s first comprehensive breast cancer charity. United, they have the ability to carry out even more world-class research, provide even more life-changing support and campaign even more effectively for better services and care. They believe that if we all act now, by 2050, everyone who develops breast cancer will live. Breast Cancer Now’s Wear It Pink day takes place on Friday 18 October, raising funds for vital breast cancer research and support. Visit www.wearitpink.org…

Opening up my Tinder app, I swiped through the candidates. Then suddenly, I stopped on a profile of a man called Mike, 32, standing in Yosemite National Park over in California. It’s my life goal to cycle the world, his bio read. Just my kind of guy… I’d been using Tinder for a little while, after splitting from my partner of four years. After the breakup, I’d moved from London to Glasgow for a fresh start, so I was just looking to get to know people. I really liked the sound of Mike, so I decided to swipe right - it was an instant match. So when are we leaving then? I jokingly typed. How about Tuesday? Mike quickly replied. I’ve always been passionate about cycling and the year before,…

Beef vermicelli noodles Makes: 4 portions □ 200g vermicelli noodles □ 2 x 200g sirloin steak fillets □ 1 tbsp Lee Kum Kee Premium Dark Soy Sauce □ 3 tbsp Lee Kum Kee Premium Oyster Sauce □ 2 tbsp Lee Kum Kee Chilli Garlic Sauce □ 1 tbsp Lee Kum Kee Pure Sesame Oil □ 1 mixed bag of peppers (red, yellow and green), sliced □ Drizzle of vegetable oil □ 40g cashew nuts, toasted and roughly chopped □ a handful of coriander □ Lee Kum Kee Chiu Chow Chilli Oil, to serve □ 1 lime, cut into wedges, to serve (optional) 1 Prepare the vermicelli noodles according to the pack instructions. Stir through the soy sauce and set aside. 2 Combine the oyster sauce, garlic and chilli sauce and…

Kallo Honey Rice & Corn Cakes, £1.50, Waitrose. The perfect alternative to unhealthy snacks, these rice cakes are only 37 calories each and don’t compromise on flavour. Try the honey flavoured cakes with a helping of some natural yoghurt for a nutritious breakfast. BelVita new range, £2 - £2.79, ASDA, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons. Expanding their range of breakfast biscuits, belVita have launched two new flavours, Blueberry and Flax Seeds and Raspberry and Chia Seeds. Also added, is a reduced sugar chocolate flavour. Gino D’Acampo Italian range, starting at £1.50, Iceland. Bringing real Italian food to the UK, celebrity chef, Gino D’Acampo has launched a brand-new range of frozen meals with Iceland Foods. The range includes pizzas, pasta, sauces and of course, a tiramisu! Gü Heavenly Hot Puds range, £3.30, Morrisons. Relaunching…

WHY DIDN’T WE THINK OF THIS? Over a quarter of British couples admit to arguing about their duvet – are you one of them? If so, this product is for you! Sleep specialists Nanu have developed the revolutionary sleep solution for all couples: the hot & not duvet. This new patented, personalised duvet meets the different and individual temperature needs of both people. The duvet is created in two seamless halves, with each partner able to customise the their half of the duvet. Think one duvet, two temperatures – one half hot, the other half not. Goodbye bedtime bickers and hello sleep! The days of duvet hogging are over! The hot & not duvet, from £50, www.nanusleep.co.uk. A famous idea! Stuck on a gift for a loved one? Why not…

Whipping off my top and bra, I stood in front of the mirror and snapped a quick selfie. Then, I attached the picture to a text message. I hope you like what you see, I typed, adding a winking emoji before sending it to my boyfriend Josh. You look amazing, he texted back right away. My confidence boosted, I then slipped off my pyjama bottoms and knickers, snapped another picture and clicked send. What about this one? I asked. I sent the pic with a winking emoji Gorgeous, Josh replied. It was July 2015, and Josh, then 18, and I had been dating for a few months. We went way back. Best mates since year three, Josh and I had always been really close. He supported me when my parents,…

Look after your eyes. 1 Go for regular eye tests. Opticians can catch problems early through regular eye health checks. 2 If you notice a change in your sight, visit your optician or GP. 3 Smokers are much more likely to develop age-related macular degeneration – a common cause of sight loss. 4 Protect your eyes from the sun. Wear sunglasses and a wide-brimmed hat to protect from UV rays. For more information and advice visit lookafteryoureyes.org…

Lying in bed with my dog Sergio, he curled up into a ball and rested his head on my stomach. That’s strange, I thought to myself. Sergio never rested on my stomach and very rarely came for cuddles. I didn’t think too much of it, but then three days later, whilst getting ready for work, I realised that my uniform was a little snug. Then, during my shift, my boobs started to feel tender. I can’t be? Can I? I thought to myself. On my way home, I purchased two pregnancy tests, and did them straight away. Staring down at the two lines, me and my partner were thrilled. It was unexpected, but we were so excited. By this point, I was already five weeks pregnant and I decided pretty…

Top Prizes! WIN a trip to London for two plus £200 spending money! In this ex citing promotion, there’s a chance to win one night’s stay for two in a central London hotel, plus a pair of tickets to Madame Tussaud’ s and £200 spending money . To take part, go to the Spitting Image promo at Pick Me Up! Bingo , and for every day between 7-20 October that you spin the wheel and play the revealed amount on any game, you’ll be entered into the daily prize draw . There’s a trip to be won every day. Opt in and minimum £1 wager required. New Game! Boogie on down the streets of Rio with Free Spins, Multipliers and much more on the new slot game Samba Samba! If…

APPLYING PERFECT Making sure we apply our makeup correctly is the first step in ensuring it stays where we want it. Black Canvas’ Airbrush Blender and Mini F20 Foundation brush set, £10, Black Canvas The F20 is designed to effortlessly buff your foundation to create a HD base. Now available in a mini-size, this handy set is perfect for the on-the-go woman. With the Airbrush Blender, you can achieve a seamless finish. Run it under warm water and squeeze until damp for best results. With a mix of the F20 brush and the sponge, you’re sure to be flawless. Lily England 8 Piece Eye Makeup Brush Set in Rose Gold, £16.99, Lily England With eight beautiful brushes, you can buff, blend, smudge, shade, contour or line your eyes. With their…

Jacob stole the lives of his family then tried to justify what he’d done Polite, friendly, and very welcoming. That’s how neighbours in the quiet suburb of Kelowna, in She was tired of her husband’s habit Rutland, British Columbia, described the Forman family. 35-year-old Jacob Forman and his wife Clara, 33, had two young daughters - Yesenia, nine, and Karina, seven. The couple had been married for over a decade, and were devoutly religious. Their children were strictly home schooled with the help of the church. Clara worked as a local fitness instructor. She had a positive and infectious personality, which helped her motivate others. Jacob was a skilled plumber who people turned to for help. His only downfall was his weakness for alcohol. By December 2017, Jacob was drinking…

LEEDS CASTLE, KENT Visitors never forget their first breathtaking vision of Leeds Castle rising from the moat. With 500 acres of beautiful parkland and formal gardens, daily activities, free flying falconry displays, special tours, and year-round attractions, this is one of the best days out in Kent. Don’t miss – The Big Dog Walk on 6 October. In aid of Guide Dogs UK, this 2.5-mile walk takes in the grounds of the castle. Every £35 raised covers the cost of a guide dog’s harness. Paws off is at 11am. Tickets from £17.50 www.leeds-castle.com KELBURN CASTLE AYRSHIRE, SCOTLAND Based around a 13th Century castle that’s had an amazing makeover courtesy of a team of Brazilian artists, the estate features dramatic walks and breathtaking gardens Visit the graffiti project, a unique burst…

Taking a lick of my ice-cream, I watched as my little girl swung around her new Jessie toy. My partner, Graeme, 33, had given Ellie, two, the toy a few weeks earlier, in the run up to Toy Story 4 coming out. He’s always been a massive fan of the movies, and with the new film, he wanted to share his love with Ellie. ‘She’s going to love it,’ he smiled, as he wrapped up the Jessie doll. And she did! Jessie was her favourite character and so she wouldn’t go anywhere without her new favourite toy. It went to nursery with her, on family walks, everywhere! We watched her floating away On this particular Thursday evening, Graeme had taken the night off of work as a firefighter, so we…

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Our saucy relationship was in full swing, but just over a year later, by March 2016, I started to see the cracks... Josh became possessive over me, constantly texting to find out where I was, not allowing me to go out on my own. It was all getting a bit too intense for me - after all, I was only 19 and not really looking for such a serious commitment. Even his mate James started to notice the cracks. ‘He’s a bit controlling, isn’t he?’ he whispered one evening. It sent Josh into a rage. ‘You’re sleeping with James, aren’t you?’ he yelled later that night, furious. ‘You’re being ridiculous,’ I said, frustrated. I’d had enough, so the next day, I called him round to Mum’s place. ‘I’m sorry,’ I…

Hannah Martin, founder of Talented Ladies Club, is on a mission to unlock the potential of women and start them on their next adventure. Visit talentedladiesclub.com Finding your passion Q How do I figure out what I want to do with my life? I’ve just taken whatever job has come along and it’s never fulfilled me. But I don’t know where to start. I’m 33, so perhaps I don’t have a passion. Jenny, Stoke-on-Trent A Make a list of everything you remember enjoying as a child – both play exercises and school subjects or projects. Really dig through your memories and list as much as you can. Don’t worry if they seem trivial – like mud pie making – it all has a purpose! When you’ve finished your list, look…

Q I have very sensitive teeth and it’s really frustrating. What can I do to stop it? Jack, North Wales A Sensitive teeth are caused by erosion of the enamel and the second layer which is referred to as the dentine, which is connected to the nerve. When the dentine is exposed your teeth will feel sensitive. To stop erosion there are three things you can do: 1. Change toothpaste to one that is less abrasive and with high pH to stop acidic erosion – Arm and Hammer Natural Clean & White is a great low abrasion option. 2. Change your brushing technique. Push your toothbrush in and twist your arm to remove the plaque instead of scrubbing. 3. Eat more dairy. This will bind calcium and phosphate and prevent…

Primark has announced plans to expand its global Sustainable Cotton Programme. The fashion giant is training more than 160,000 independent cotton farmers in sustainable farming methods by the end of 2022. The aim is to use 100% sustainable cotton in all its product categories. The move will lead to a five-fold increase in the number of farmers enrolled in the programme. Cotton is the main natural fibre used to make many Primark products, from pyjamas to t-shirts and jeans, to baby grows, bedding and towels. Cotton is often grown by famers in rural communities in countries including India, China and Pakistan, where knowledge of environmentally friendly farming methods is limited. Since 2013, Primark has been working with agricultural experts CottonConnect and local partners to train female farmers in India to…

Picking up the phone, I dialled an at-home sunbed company. ‘I’d like to order a standing sunbed, please,’ I asked the woman. It was super easy, and soon, my sunbed was delivered and set up in my bedroom at my parent’s house. ‘Those things are no good for you,’ my dad, Eric scolded. But it was just what everyone did when I was a teen. At 15-years-old, me and all my friends would hire sunbeds to our houses, and we’d spend girl’s night soaking in the UV’s. Although neither my dad, or my mum, Ann, 66, were thrilled with it, they were never going to stop me. They loved the sun, too! As a family, we went on about four holidays a year and we even lived in Spain for…

Here are some tips to ensure your hard work stays secure all day long! • Make sure your face is prepped by gently exfoliating, toning and moistursing. • Invest in a good makeup primer for both your face and your eyes. • Opt for oil free makeup – you can still glow, without the added oil. • Use powder products on top of your creams and finish off with a translucent powder all over. • Before applying eyeshadow, spritz your brush with setting spray. • Never forget that less is more in the makeup world. • Don’t walk out of the door before finishing with a spritz of setting spray. • Make blotting paper your best friend.…

ARIES 21 March–20 April Tread carefully when talking about others’ lives this week. I know you’re feeling as if you’ve been unfairly treated, but Saturn is on hand to bring the truth to light. You’re about to find friends in high places who can make the impossible seem possible. Don’t be led astray this weekend, by well-meaning but naughty friends. Not when you’ve come so far! Call: 09058 170 710* TAURUS 21 April–21 May Try not to guess others next moves. Those you think you know, are about to spring a surprise announcement on you, maybe involving a more permanent involvement of a certain face around you. Think about what you want from YOUR future. This is your life too and you must not agree to change your routine if…