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£12.99! Worth The eternal sleep, passing away, departing this mortal world, popping your clogs – however you phrase it, death is something that will happen to us all. Despite that, the prospect of dying is a petrifying one for many. It’s the great un

My daughter Lauren has found the perfect Halloween hack for realistic makeup – gluing tissue paper to her hands and painting over it to create a bloody wound. I had to do a double take! Madeline, Oxford Bristol at this time of year is something I alw

My mum Doreen found a baby wood pigeon in the garden and nursed it back to health – then we found its family nesting in a tree nearby! Jennifer, Hereford My Westie Hamish is such a needy pup! He’s always following me around – here, I’ve caught him in

Splashing around in the water, the beach was a normal family outing. With my two brothers running around Swansea Beach, my mum Agatha*, now 54, and dad, Carl, now 56, watched us from a distance. We’d tend to go to the seaside quite a lot, and at age

Dear Mum, Watching you pull your classic Chanel bag up your shoulder as we strutted around Manchester, you were the most glamorous woman I’d ever met. A model, you always knew how to style high fashion with the high street – something I’ve inherited,

Look to the stars for National Space Week from 4 to 10 October. If stargazing piques your interest, read on! Ross Hockham, founder UK Astronomy, is here to help us see beauty above… • Visit: ukastronomy.org or see UK Astronomy on Facebook You do not

The Wolf of Wall Street star Leonardi DiCaprio says he’s not a big spender but admits he can’t resist splashing the cash when he sees a nice what? Unscramble each group of letters to discover six alcoholic drinks. Then read down the yellow squares fo

Solve the puzzle to find a word. Fit the words back in the grid, and the letters in the highlighted squares spell out the answer. We’ve put in one word to help. EDGE FETA JIBE NEST ROTA TAIL VIVA ABYSS GROOM JAMMY LILAC MUSHY ATTAIN SHAMAN STATUE TAL

Kathi Odom, 63 Making a fool of myself in front of the camera, I moved in time with the sound of the shutter. Something I had been used to doing since graduating from high school in Atlanta, US, at 16. Being on the fashion teen board for my local dep

EXTREME CRIME There were many things that Nicole Montalvo regretted about her marriage to Christopher Otero-Rivera, but she was very thankful for one thing to come out of the ill-fated match. Their relationship gave her the most important thing she h

Chamiah Dewey, 24, from Hampshire Watching the models twirl around in their white dresses, a feeling of joy swirled up inside of me. I was so proud of how far I’d come – showcasing my own clothing collection at London Fashion Week! It was something I

Helen Birch is a sex therapist and a trained hypnotherapist helping people with all kinds of sexual and relationship issues, too. (hypnosisinyorkshire.com) Q My daughter has recently asked me if she can go on the pill – and I know this is because she

Are you a huge Strictly Come Dancing fan with a craving for a new cosy crime read? Then look no further than queen of Strictly Shirley Ballas’ debut fiction novel! When a talented young dancer collapses mid-tango at the festival opening, Lily Richmon

Lisa Murray-Lang, 47, from Birmingham Stood amongst the bags of feed and pet toys, it was love at first sight for me. Scents of damp sawdust lingered around my nostrils, but I couldn’t take my eyes off the fella in front of me. ‘Isn’t he gorgeous?’ I

A teenager from Brazil has broken the world record for texting a complicated message of how many characters – correctly spelled and including spaces and punctuation – in only 18.19 seconds? To find out, solve the puzzle… Fit these numbers into the gr

Charlotte Davis, 29, from Ipswich, Suffolk My daughter Layla kicked her legs out as I pushed the trolley around our local supermarket, her fluffy bright-blonde hair stark against the fruit and veg. As I reached for a salad bag, I noticed a middle-age

Squirting Fairy liquid onto a plastic sheet in the garden, bubbles started floating all over the lawn. As the water gushed along, my girls formed an orderly queue jumping up and down in their swimsuits. ‘3,2,1… go!’ I shouted, as they slid along the

It’s all in the details – and October is the time for all accessories to well and truly shine. Add texture with a funky knit scarf, wrap up warm with a chunky hat and strut around in this season’s best. Have fun and get snuggly… Bold colours such as

Looking to up your autumnal home game this season? Primark have got you covered!

It’s that time of year again… so pick up a pumpkin at the supermarket during your weekly shop and get carving! It’s not just an activity for children either – everyone can get in the spooky spirit by going all out with your pumpkin artistry or simpli

Who said Disney is just for kids?! Give your home a subtle yet nostalgic Disney makeover with this ‘70s-inspired décor from Disney Home at Dunelm.

It might be spooky season, but it’s still the perfect opportunity to learn new facts! Halloween is around the corner and the nights are getting longer – but have you thought about getting in the spooky spirit and taking a trip down the UK’s haunted m

Stephanie Edwards, 33, from Bridgwater, Somerset Cradling my newborn baby girl in my arms, I stroked her head gently as she snoozed on my chest. But as I ran my palm over little Alanna’s scalp, I paused. What was that? Careful not to wake her, I had

Make this Halloween one to remember for the whole family with these spook-tacular recipes from Annabel Karmel. Looking for more family friendly recipes? Download Annabel’s Baby Toddler Recipes app now on the App Store or Google Play. PREP: 40 MINS CO

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Zara Von Wade, 35, from Huddersfield Gathered around the TV, I peered over my blanket in the dark bedroom. As my friends and I dove into our midnight snacks, we were glued to the screen. Despite being only 12, we decided to watch The Exorcist at our

With World Menopause Day approaching on 18 October, it’s time we shed symptom shame and embrace the changes our wonderful bodies are going through. Despite all the hot flushes and sleepless nights, a menopause problem shared is one halved… So, we’ve

Can you spot the 10 differences in the two pictures below? Just for FUN

Trick-or-treat – an activity that is the highlight for any child at Halloween. Dressing up in spooky costumes, eating lots of sweets and if you’re mischievous, playing a trick on your friends. It’s something we have enjoyed for decades. And back in 1

It’s officially bath season and we for one are very excited. Here are some of our budget must haves for the ultimate pamper evening. Pop these dual use mini foot & bath bombs into your bath for a hit of TLC. Leaving your skin feeling soft and nourish

Gemma Martin, 32, from Dundee Sat across from the pregnancy test in the sink, I couldn’t bear to look at it. I’d been left disappointed so many times before. My husband Daniel, 32, and I had been trying since early 2017, and now a few months in, I wo

Just for FUN 1 In what year was the feel-good film Mamma Mia! released? a 2006 b 2008 c 2009 2 How many films are in the horror franchise Halloween? a Seven b Nine c 13 3 Which of these actors studied at Cambridge University? a Olivia Colman b Judi D

MY SPORTS BRA SAVED MY LIFE! FEED THE BIRDS! MEET MY FLOCK OF SEAGULLS MY BRUTAL BOYFRIEND SNAPPED… I’M ALIVE THANKS TO MY BRAVE BOY ■

Scary movies often depict the most gruesome, horrifying scenes imaginable. And it can often leave us thinking – how did someone come up with that? And the truth is, they don’t! Here are some of the most popular horror films that are actually based on

If you go down to the woods today, you’re sure of a big surprise… as at Raby Castle in County Durham, the After Dark Halloween Trail awaits! Make your way through thick woods, watch out for spooky spiders and keep your eyes peeled for wicked witches,