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Lily Bradshaw has had an interesting and varied career. Twenty years working as a psychotherapist and part time lecturer, followed by 20 years of writing educational courses. Now she is enjoying semi retirement writing books and articles that interest her, mostly about having fun and enjoying life. She has spent the last 2 years travelling solo.

Latest Posts By Lily Bradshaw

2 years ago

Travel the World without Breaking the Bank!

Are you sitting there thinking how much you would love to travel, but can’t afford it? There are always bills to pay, and the cost of living has put travel out of many people’s reach. I know that feeling! But if you think outside the box, there are ways to travel the world…

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2 years ago

“Once Upon a Time…” or How to Start Writing

So you want to be a writer? Well, after having written for over 20 years, I can say it is the best job in the world. There is nothing more thrilling than not only seeing your words in print, but hearing from people who have read them. It is one of the most humbling…

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2 years ago

Growing Older: From Middle Age to Vintage

When I was middle-aged, I felt, well, middle-aged. I was hormonal, my weight fluctuated daily, my temperature fluctuated by the second. I had a wad of belly fat around my middle, I felt lethargic and lacking energy. It seemed like overnight I had lost my sparkle…

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2 years ago

Growing Old, Growing Free

The freedom getting older brings can be exhilarating. We have worked all our lives, maybe raised a family, cared for others. We have cooked, cleaned, taxied, wiped noses, kissed scrapped knees, and hugged away tears. It has been a joy, a real pleasure…

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2 years ago

Time On Your Hands?

Time is so precious and is the one thing we can’t buy. Make sure whatever spare time you have is joyful and makes you happy. For me, researching my travel adventures was almost as exciting as actually going there. In this article, I suggest 5 fun things to do at home…

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2 years ago

Would You Rather Be 16 or 60?

I still love to sing in the bath and dance around in the kitchen (of course, when no-one is watching!). I still get excited when I think about that certain someone, and my tummy does little flips. Age is no barrier to love! I am inclined to dress…

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2 years ago

Makeup After 60? Always, Sometimes, Never?

As a woman over 60, how do you feel about wearing makeup? Does it give you a lift and you wear it everyday, and wouldn’t dream of going out the front door without it? Or perhaps you just wear it for special occasions like parties, weddings…

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2 years ago

Losing My Furry Friend Was Tough

To some people a dog is just a dog. A cat is just a cat. To others they are their whole world. They give you a warm welcome whenever you come home, are always there for a hug, give you their undivided attention and never answer back!

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2 years ago

Letter To My Younger Self

Imagine if 10 years ago you knew everything you have learned since. Obviously, not the lottery numbers (if only!), but all the wisdom, knowledge, experience that you have now. Would it have helped make life easier? Might you have taken a different path?

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2 years ago

What Can You Do for a Little Side Hustle?

For the majority of people, retirement brings many benefits, freedom to spend your time how you choose, taking up new hobbies, travelling, seeing friends, joining clubs. For others, the extra time may seem too much, and they become bored…

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