Eli Jenkins, Author at Canvas Factory

10 Things You Shouldn’t Say To Someone Who’s Overweight

March 24, 2015 ♦

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As someone who has battled with their weight for pretty much ever, I have learnt there’s a fine line between receiving advice that is loving and supportive and receiving advice that’s harsh and judgemental – and it’s often hard to pick where that line starts and finishes. Given how easy…

Practical Romance: 11 Online Dating Tips (What Not To Do)

March 21, 2015 ♦

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After my first long-term relationship broke up, I was single for 10 years. Given how beautiful, intelligent and witty I am – not to mention modest – my friends and family were often perplexed by my inability to find someone special. What made me perplexed was the complete lack of…

The Pros And Cons Of Having A Baby According To Facebook – Part 2

March 13, 2015 ♦

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This week I turned 39. That’s only a year away from turning 40 when the chances of having a baby apparently starts proving more difficult. So it’s decision time. Eep! The good news is that, after 10 years of being single, I have a partner – Tick. And we’re getting…

Share Birthday Gift Ideas On Facebook Not Just Pinterest

March 11, 2015 ♦

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Happy Birthweek to me! Happy Birthweek to me! It’s my birthweek this week. Yes, I celebrate for the entire week. I’m going to call it an age thing. There has to be some benefits to ageing right? The way I see it is birthdays are for kids. One day is…

Wedding Planning Guide: 20 Painless Pointers For The Busy Bride

March 8, 2015 ♦

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In my past life I was a professional event manager, so not only do I theoretically know what makes for a great event, but I have done the hard yards, putting together dozens of events of all different sizes, styles and purposes. But I’ve never done a wedding. And I’m…

10 Times Fake Flowers Are Better Than The Real Thing

March 5, 2015 ♦

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I’m a massive fan of real flowers. No imitation can come close to their silken texture, their unique scent and their transient beauty. Fresh flowers have a place in our hearts and our homes. We give and receive flowers during times of abundant joy and happiness and during times of…

Curious Tails: Local Dogs Mourned My Best Mate Too

February 28, 2015 ♦

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It’s been a year since two of my best mates passed away. My black Labrador Pacey had cancer and, while the vets tried their best to remove it, it grew back in a year and – at age 10 – I knew his time was nigh. What I didn’t know…

Three Hysterically Fun Hen’s Night Activities

February 19, 2015 ♦

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If I were a younger bride, I’d be out on the town in a flash to celebrate my Hen’s Night. In fact, in my 20s – when I was attending Hen’s Parties like they were going out of fashion – most involved a night out on the town, pub-crawl style,…

Practical Romance: Best Ways To Propose

February 15, 2015 ♦

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‘Where did he propose?’ they ask. ‘Under the fluoro lights in the kitchen’ I say. ‘How did it happen?’ they ask. ‘We came to a mutual agreement after having a very practical conversation about our future together and what things we ought to get done this year,’ I say. ‘Oh,’…

Freedom Or Family: The Pros And Cons Of Having A Baby – Part 1

February 11, 2015 ♦

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I never thought I’d have a baby. It’s not that I didn’t want one. Far from it! It’s just that, when I hit 30, I figured if I hadn’t found anyone special by 30 then the chances would be pretty slim that I’d find someone special enough to have a…