A huge cheer as we all survived January. What a month that was and I for one am happy to see a new month. We are somehow at Wednesday again which means it is time for my weekly round up post Ramblings of a StressedMum – 07/02/2024.
I am away most of next week for my husbands belated birthday. So there may not be many posts from me. But will be back the following week.
Let’s Talk
I seem to be failing on my weekly discussions posts this past couple of weeks. This weeks topic is about giving ourselves some tlc and making time for ourselves and giving us a little pick me up. I know, I should have posted on Monday. This week has got away with me. I slept most of Monday as was not feeling great. I did start writing the post yesterday, just need to finish it now. So you will hopefully get to see it later today or tomorrow.
In case you missed the last few discussions you can find them at –
Valentines Day
Valentines Day is just days away, in case you missed my recent post. I have been looking at Valentines Date Night Ideas and Valentines Gifts that you can adapt to going out, or staying home. That are affordable and will not break the bank.
What I Have Been Loving
Over the years I think my hair has been most colours. Looking back at older photos I have been brown, reds, and various other colours. My first step into hair colouring was highlights back in the 80’s when highlights and shaggy perms were the thing.
Now, I am older which means the grey is getting more and more. I have opted to go for blonde. Which for those who struggle with covering grey hair, is the easiest colour to choose.
I was recently asked if I would like to review Josh Wood Hair Colour. After going on their site, I opted for my preferred colour 9.0.
Applying the colour was easy, one thing I did love was the after colour conditioner. It was thick so did not go all over which is common with other colours, and you got a lovely amount, which on longer thicker hair is often a problem.
As you will see above, in a very rare photo of me the colour covered great, even the roots. This was taken a couple of days after the colour was put on. My hair felt soft and in good condition when washing.
When colouring my hair I usually have some complaints of something I am not happy with. But had no complaints with this and will be using from now on.
Giveaways
As you know I love hosting giveaways, and am always in talks to try and bring some amazing giveaways to you. While I am finding new giveaways I am saying a thank you to you all where you can win a £10 Amazon voucher.
See below on how to enter making sure you read the terms and conditions and complete the mandatory sections.
a Rafflecopter giveawayI hope you have all had a lovely week.
I would love to a guide to the best Easter Eggs on sale!
I would love to as well, there are so many different ones these days
I would like to say how much I enjoy the blog and thank you for this competition!
Thank you 🙂
I would love to see a topic about Easter ideas for those who don’t like/can’t have chocolate
That is a good idea, my Easter gift guide is going live soon and only have 1 chocolate gift idea
Love health care items and I looked for one that are good at protecting you from the sun is a big thing for me. I like to protect my skin.
I am with you on that, and do find that there are a lot more skin care products with protection these days
I’d love to see more discussions on nutrition and gut health
I will look at this as a great topic to discuss
I would like to discuss how to promote and grow your business, would love to learn from someone who is successful.
Thank you, I can talk about starting a blog and what goes into it
I would like to read about older skincare products
I do love skin care products
Man the end of January was particularly challenging with the winter weather! I too glad that I am in the middle of Feb! Awesome read!
We have not had any snow for a few years now, and would love to have some one winter like we used to
In my case, the grey has firmly taken over – I have lost the battle!! It began during Lockdown and because social interaction was so limited, I just thought Why bother? It took a little while to get used to, but now I’m embracing my grey!
My Mum did the same and her hair looks great, my hair is grey but quite patchy so not quite there yet
January was painful, esp the long wait for payday!
Everyone struggles with the 12 weeks of January and that long awaited payday
I always look forward to Valentine’s Day as it brings a splash of much needed colour to the year.
I agree it stops all the grey and dull with a splash of red and pinks
I’m glad January is finally over! Making extra money on the side from home would definitely be a welcome discussion point or growing your own veggies on the garden.
It was a long month, making money on the side is a great topic to discuss
I love your recipes you post, they are easy and very tasty
Thank you, I am all for making meal times and baking as easy as possible
I would love some posts on self care, it’s so important
My recent post is all about self care
Your hair looks great, very natural. You could maybe discuss Carer Stress, it covers a wide range of people and situations.
Thank you, I totally get the stress that carers are under as this is us. A great topic I will definitely discuss
Loving your new hair style
Love more on home decor for smaller rooms – need inspiration
Thank you, We have smaller rooms just because our house is so old so a great dicussion
Home decor and how to style a small space – I’m hopefully changing my livingroom and need all the help I can get
Will have to look for ideas for you, we have a small living room
The hair results are beautiful!! The grey really does sneak up on you out of nowhere. I’ll have to get a kit myself!
Thank you, the grey does just appear from nowhere
Your hair looks fab. A lovely photo. Everyone needs a lift in January.
I like to read reviews of good buys for gifts and the home.
Thank you, It is nice to find a colour that looks natural and covers really well
I’d like to see more air fryer recipes please. We’ve just bought an air fryer and we’re keen to use it as much as possible.
I have quite a few airfryer recipes but always happy to find more
I am so glad January is over too….. it’s like the most boring month LOL. I am ready for Spring I will be honest and cannot wait to get outdoors again!
My favourite season is the Spring, as the weather gets nicer and days are brighter
I love your thoughts on Josh Wood Hair Colour. I’ve been dying my hair blonde for about a year and all I’ve managed to is destroy it. So love reading about products that might be able to bring it back to life!
I always stay away from colouring with bleach as it just destroys my hair, This gives a natural colour and left my hair feeling soft and healthy
I can relate with you January was a tough month. I liked your hair color looks good on you.
Thank you, was really pleased with the result
We will be cooking dinner together at home and I can’t can’t wait…We love cooking and I feel doing it together is just amazing and so much fun.
I have been banned from the kitchen and my husband is cooking for us, as we will be away and a real treat for him to cook
I like the topics about money saving or eating healthy and mental health
I will keep these in mind
I have enjoyed finding new, smple recipes on your blog! Have a lovely time away
I will be sharing more recipes soon
I am also glad that January is over. I hope that you have a better month! I think the hair colour looks lovely on you – it looks very shiny and soft. Take it easy!
Thank you, I was impressed with the colouring
I didn’t notice January too much it was busy, maybe you can do something on how to keep busy to beat the blues?
I have done a post on beating the January blues
Would love to discuss anxiety in children and ways to overcome it.
That is a great topic to discuss
January seemed to be especially horrible this year. It was so wet and windy. I’d rather it had snowed. At least then I’d know it was winter.
We were saying the same thing last night
Your hair does look amazing. I will definitely recommend that to my mother in law who is struggling to find a brand she likes.
It would be great to discuss tips to earn money on the side, whether it is surveys, pay to play games, cashback sites, pay to walk your dog or pay to walk apps etc. Would be great to see if anyone comes up with something new, something I haven’t heard about.
Thank you I am loving the colour, and it feels great as well.
That is a great topic to discuss
I hope you enjoy your little break and have a nice belated celebration with your family! January was certainly a long month…cheers to February!
I am looking forward to escpaing for a few days
I would love a ‘how to give yourself some TLC on a budget’ purses are tighter but the need to feel better about ourselves
These do not have to cost a penny
I totally agree, blonde is the ideal option when grey hair starts becoming an issue. I’ve been going lighter to allow for this. I think the colour you chose really suits you and has given great coverage.
I have been blonde for a while now and it is more forgiving when the grey comes through
It is so good you found a way to color your hair without having any complaints. I am sure that it also saves a bit of money.
I do love the colour and how great it covered
how to keep the kids entertained for free would be a good one
I will definitely do a post on this
The hair color looks so nice and very natural too. Valentines Day gift sounds good, i will look now.
Thank you I do love how well it covered
As the author reflects on the whirlwind of January, they look forward to sharing their weekly round-up post, offering insights into their experiences and thoughts. While they anticipate a temporary absence due to celebrating their husband’s belated birthday, readers can look forward to their return and the continuation of their engaging content in the following weeks. Cheers to new beginnings and exciting adventures ahead!
We are looking forward to getting away and having some time out
Hmm, it’s a tough one but I’d like to discuss climate anxiety and the effects on children and young people
That is a good topic to discuss
Yes! Let’s welcome a wonderful February. Btw, thanks for your post. I know what to do in VAlentines day.
I am so glad to say goodbe to January, glad to have given you some ideas for Valentines Day
I would like to discuss about whether you should shampoo your hair everyday or not?
Thats a good topic, maybe do a beauty myths post
Wow, your hair honestly looks natural blonde in this photo, I’d never guess it’s dyed!
Thank you, that has made my day
I can see why you’re loving the hair color brand. Your hair looks great!
Thank you, I am happy as it covers really well
I feel the same way about January. It was the longest year ever! Yes, I said year. LOL
haha I do not think anyone will be correcting you on that
I can totally relate to the relief of surviving January! Your hair looks amazing, and it’s great to hear about your positive experience with Josh Wood Hair Colour. Can’t wait to read your upcoming post on self-care😊
I think everyone struggled this year through January. I am loving the hair colour and it looks natural rather than coloured. I promise the self care post is coming