Stacey in the Sticks

Slimming World weigh in #72 – the one with the expected…

by StaceyUpdated on July 13, 2016July 14, 2016

After last week’s unexpected loss (as it was more than I usually tend to manage), I went away from group feeling confident for this week, although I knew I would be off plan for one meal as it was our wedding anniversary the day before weigh in. I was on it all week though and I was being naughty weighing myself at home to make sure I was on the right track, which was happening. I couldn’t decide what to do for our anniversary, although it was an at home celebration after the boys had gone to bed as we didn’t have …

Country Living Garden Lifestyle

A Garden Makeover and Growing Our Own

by StaceyUpdated on July 11, 2016July 11, 2016

When we moved into our new (to us) home last September we knew we had a lot of work to do, both in the house and with the land outside. We inherited a lot of land (including two gardens and another large grassed area), but unfortunately came a lot of junk too which we are still trying to clear – I imagine we will still be doing that this time next year! The main thing I wanted to sort out though was the back garden, as the back door is the one we use most so it is a focal point, and …

Food Food review Review

June Degustabox | Subscription box review

by StaceyUpdated on August 7, 2016July 8, 2016

Ever since I heard of Degustabox some time last year, I have been dying to try one. I mean, who doesn’t love a surprise box of food delivered to their door, once a month, for a cost less than you would pay in the shops? In a Degustabox you will receive 10-15 products, some of which are new to the market so you will be one of the first to try them, and you may even find something new that you love! I have to admit, I almost jumped for joy when I was asked if I would like to try the Degustabox …

Health Lifestyle Slimming World Weight Loss

Slimming World weigh in #71 – the one with a new number…

by Stacey July 7, 2016July 7, 2016

After my slight (expected) gain at last week’s weigh in I went away from group feeling determined that I was going to get into that next stone bracket this week. I had no plans so there was nothing to kick me off track; that was until I was hit with a couple of low days and picked at things I shouldn’t have been, and then we had an impromptu meal out and I ended up eating half of the boys’ desserts as they’d had enough half way through it…oops! I didn’t let it scupper me too much though and was right back on …

Food Recipe

Quick & easy pesto pasta | Recipe

by StaceyUpdated on July 3, 2016July 5, 2016

Pasta is a favourite dish in our house and I love it served in so many ways – you can find some more of my pasta recipes here. This pesto pasta is super quick & easy; you could say a bit lazy too as there is no need to whip up your own pesto either… But it makes it perfect for those days where you’re in a rush or you just can’t be bothered to stand over the stove for a long time! You can of course add whatever veg you like, or even change the chicken for something else, but …