Pick Me Up! Special April 2021

Being true to yourself can bring so much joy to your life. No matter your passions, don’t be afraid to express yourself. We’re all unique and there’s something truly beautiful in that. This month, we’re celebrating plenty of incredible people. Take Nikki (pg54) for example. As rap-star Eminem’s biggest fan, she’s proud to have him tattooed all over her body. She doesn’t care what people think and wears her tatts with pride. From just 10-months-old, Caroline knew her son was different (pg30). After years of searching for answers, finally Hayden was diagnosed with autism and ADHD. However, he’s never let anything hold him back and continued to explore his love of space. Now, Hayden has his very own doll named and inspired after him. After being diagnosed with PCOS at…

Being true to yourself can bring so much joy to your life. No matter your passions, don’t be afraid to express yourself. We’re all unique and there’s something truly beautiful in that. This month, we’re celebrating plenty of incredible people. Take Nikki (pg54) for example. As rap-star Eminem’s biggest fan, she’s proud to have him tattooed all over her body. She doesn’t care what people think and wears her tatts with pride. From just 10-months-old, Caroline knew her son was different (pg30). After years of searching for answers, finally Hayden was diagnosed with autism and ADHD. However, he’s never let anything hold him back and continued to explore his love of space. Now, Hayden has his very own doll named and inspired after him. After being diagnosed with PCOS at just 17-years-old, Hannah…

Crackling evening We had our first summertime fire this weekend, it was wonderful. Jane, York Wizard of orchids I don't know how my dad does it, have you ever seen such beautiful, huge orchids before? Harris, Taunton Weekend treats Pizza and movies have become a Saturday night tradition. Max, Hull Flipping great My kids love pancakes, so we make it a monthly treat, rather than only having them on Shrove Tuesday. Chris, Grantham Wheely freeing Bike rides have been keeping me sane this lockdown. Katie, Ayr Victorious sponge I made the best Vicky sponge cake ever for my hubby's birthday. Veronica, Blackpool Together time My favourite meal of the week is on Sunday when me and my housemates cook together. Michaela, Portsmouth Coughing Cupid This little angel of love is setting a good example. Isabelle, Bath Rolling hills I felt on top of the world on this…

Crackling evening We had our first summertime fire this weekend, it was wonderful. Jane, York Wizard of orchids I don't know how my dad does it, have you ever seen such beautiful, huge orchids before? Harris, Taunton Weekend treats Pizza and movies have become a Saturday night tradition. Max, Hull Flipping great My kids love pancakes, so we make it a monthly treat, rather than only having them on Shrove Tuesday. Chris, Grantham Wheely freeing Bike rides have been keeping me sane this lockdown. Katie, Ayr Victorious sponge I made the best Vicky sponge cake ever for my hubby's birthday. Veronica, Blackpool Together time My favourite meal of the week is on Sunday when me and my housemates cook together. Michaela, Portsmouth Coughing Cupid This little angel of love is…

Tearing into the wrapping paper, my partner Mark, 48, had presented me with a big box. ‘Oh, wow! You got me roller skates!’ I squealed, giving him a big hug. From the age of 15 until my early 20s, I’d been obsessed with skating. It had been years since I’d strapped on a pair of wheels though – I couldn’t wait to try them out. ‘I thought you could bring them on holiday,’ he suggested sweetly. In January 2018, the pair of us jetted off to one of our favourite holiday destinations – Abu Dhabi. I was looking forward to a four week break in Abu Dhabi and Thailand to celebrate the New Year. The day after we arrived, I pulled out my skates from the suitcase to take them for a test run. ‘You’ll need…

Tearing into the wrapping paper, my partner Mark, 48, had presented me with a big box. ‘Oh, wow! You got me roller skates!’ I squealed, giving him a big hug. From the age of 15 until my early 20s, I’d been obsessed with skating. It had been years since I’d strapped on a pair of wheels though – I couldn’t wait to try them out. ‘I thought you could bring them on holiday,’ he suggested sweetly. In January 2018, the pair of us jetted off to one of our favourite holiday destinations – Abu Dhabi. I was looking forward to a four week break in Abu Dhabi and Thailand to celebrate the New Year. The day after we arrived, I pulled out my skates from the suitcase to take them…