Pick Me Up! Special September 2020

Many of us have had a lot more spare time than usual on our hands over the past few months, and that’s led to one thing – cleaner houses! Cleaning seems to have become more of a hobby than a necessity as we take more pride in our homes, so to get you started, we’ve got some great cleaning tips and advice on page 36, as well as some clever ways to transform your trash into treasure on page 12. While many of us haven’t been able to jet off on holiday this year, this month, we’re looking at some of the more unexpected outcomes of a trip abroad. Chloe (pg8) was in denial about her appearance, putting her health at risk. But it seems a trip to Magaluf with…

Many of us have had a lot more spare time than usual on our hands over the past few months, and that’s led to one thing – cleaner houses! Cleaning seems to have become more of a hobby than a necessity as we take more pride in our homes, so to get you started, we’ve got some great cleaning tips and advice on page 36, as well as some clever ways to transform your trash into treasure on page 12. While many of us haven’t been able to jet off on holiday this year, this month, we’re looking at some of the more unexpected outcomes of a trip abroad. Chloe (pg8) was in denial about her appearance, putting her health at risk. But it seems a trip to Magaluf with her girlfriends was just…

Blooming lovely My first ever bouquet of peonies, and now they're my favourite flower! Louisa, Swindon Cherry on top That first cocktail on holiday is always the best! Sharquene, Watford Brunch time My favourite restaurant on my birthday! Vienna, Torquay Birthday wishes Coconut and raspberry delight! It was demolished in 24 hours. Jade, Newcastle Harbourside Went for a walk and drink on the harbour. Such lush blue skies! Josephine, Bristol Spa day The most beautiful gardens on a spa day with Mum! Chelsea, Yorkshire Games night Does a game of Monopoly ever end? Sian, Brislington Sibling love My two youngest grandchildren look after each other so well! Wendy, Southampton Caught on camera Spotted these cameramen following a cat. What a sight. Julia, Wales…

Blooming lovely My first ever bouquet of peonies, and now they're my favourite flower! Louisa, Swindon Cherry on top That first cocktail on holiday is always the best! Sharquene, Watford Brunch time My favourite restaurant on my birthday! Vienna, Torquay Birthday wishes Coconut and raspberry delight! It was demolished in 24 hours. Jade, Newcastle Harbourside Went for a walk and drink on the harbour. Such lush blue skies! Josephine, Bristol Spa day The most beautiful gardens on a spa day with Mum! Chelsea, Yorkshire Games night Does a game of Monopoly ever end? Sian, Brislington Sibling love My two youngest grandchildren look after each other so well! Wendy, Southampton Caught on camera Spotted these cameramen following a cat. What a sight. Julia, Wales…

Looking at my phone, I smiled to myself. Are you coming out for a drink? my friend Kane Kotwica, 30, asked. You guys can come over later if you like? I replied. Kane and I had known each other for years, as our families lived in the same area. He was sometimes flirty, but I only ever saw him as a good pal. When he and a couple of his mates came over later that evening, my neighbour Kylie popped in too. We had a few drinks, but by 4am, I was ready to call it a night. ‘Right, I’m going to bed,’ I said. Kylie lived in the flat next door, so she went back to hers. I told the boys they were welcome to stay, left them on the sofa and headed to my bedroom. I thought I’d…

Looking at my phone, I smiled to myself. Are you coming out for a drink? my friend Kane Kotwica, 30, asked. You guys can come over later if you like? I replied. Kane and I had known each other for years, as our families lived in the same area. He was sometimes flirty, but I only ever saw him as a good pal. When he and a couple of his mates came over later that evening, my neighbour Kylie popped in too. We had a few drinks, but by 4am, I was ready to call it a night. ‘Right, I’m going to bed,’ I said. Kylie lived in the flat next door, so she went back to hers. I told the boys they were welcome to stay, left them on…