My name is Alison. I am mum to two grown-up boys. My husband, Pat, is a musician and we live in the North East of England.
I started my blog a few years ago. On my site, you will find features offering tips on style, beauty, and lifestyle for women of all ages. I don’t pretend to be an expert but I do want to share with you my knowledge, experiences, and love of fashion – hopefully giving you some ideas and inspiration. I believe you should wear what makes you feel happy, especially in “Midlife and Beyond”. At 60 I feel this is undoubtedly the time to celebrate and certainly not a time to hide away and feel invisible. It’s the time to break the rules, feel alive and radiate energy and confidence – and, love your body, mind, and soul. I know, from experience, this can be a task in itself!
I’m a northern girl and I have worked from the age of sixteen. My various roles have included working in Travel and Tourism, Human Resources, as well as IT within various departments at my local university. I officially retired from the university two years ago but still work on a temporary basis, which suits my lifestyle and frees up more time that I feel I have earned. This, of course, has ended with the current situation we all find ourselves in but, hopefully, it’ll resume soon, as I really enjoy the occasional work.
I get so much pleasure from my blog, especially writing my posts. I am able to reconnect with my passions. I take most of my own photographs on my “not so reliable tripod” or set the shot up for my hubby to take, if he is around. I still have so much to learn!
I hope to give an honest and true reflection of my life, style, and truthfully share with you my thoughts and my feelings. That is my wish!
Thank you very much for reading. Alison x
If you’d like to get in touch, please email me at:
midlifeandbeyond@outlook.com