Savvy 'n' Sassy

Hello! Firstly let me apologise for the delay in getting this post out to you all! I have been away and have been sorting my "sh1t" out! Since I got back from Montreux I had an amazing realisation. It was such a great realisation that I knew I had to share it with you! revelation [rɛvəˈleɪʃ(ə)n] So what was this amazing revelation? Are you ready? I AM ON THE WINNING SIDE OF POST MENOPAUSE! I never thought I would feel like pre perimenopausal Janie ever again! I was walking around Zurich on a very hot day when it first started to dawn on me that life was looking up. I realised that despite the intense heat, I wasn't over heating and had walked miles without feeling fatigued or , dare I say it, almost unwell like had hit me before. Whilst showering that evening to get ready for supper, I reflected on my day. It hit me that I'd not had any hot flushes all day and that , in fact, I had hardly had any for a while. I had previously taken my own advice on h...

H ey! TOP REASONS WOMEN OVER 50 SHOULD WATCH THEIR ALCOHOL INTAKE! How are you today? I am sweltering, but not complaining. I am loving the sunshine and light evenings. Are you planning a cheeky bottle of vino in the garden later after work? Huffington Post I don't know about you but when I hear people discussing heavy drinking I always think of young men and women , absolutely arseholed plastered in a small town on a Saturday night. I see blue lights flashing as the police endeavour to keep everyone safe and there are always men walking around without their shirts on and women flashing their undies, shouting abuse at each other.  DailyStar.co.uk  Then, the other day I saw a brief headline alluding to the the fact that the real group of drinkers who are of concern are us women who are over 50 and referred to rather cheekily as " older drinkers "! How rude! But, I thought I'd better check out if this was true as after all it affects us if it is and we ma...

Helloooooooo! It's so cold in London today so I am looking back to a hot day on a Greek island! Fingers crossed all is well for you and yours today.💋 Today we are celebrating the things we do brilliantly once we get over 50. Whether we are 50 or 101 we must always remember that we are brilliant and that we must always refuse to be invisible! Grab a cuppa or large gin and let's go..... 50 things that women over 50 do brilliantly! 1.        We feel freer than ever, 2.        We've stopped sweating the small crap, 3.        We are much better in bed than younger women cos we know what we are doing!, 4.        You can be yourself. We want pink hair? We get it done, 5.        We feel sorry for 20 somethings who think they will look perfect all their lives and pity us!, 6.        We exp...

Helloooooooooooo! I hope today finds you happy and healthy! There's deep snow here in South West London but I get the impression that its worse "up north". Stay warm and safe y'all!!! Today I'm writing to you from a rather cluttered office. We are having carpets fitted in the master bedroom so its contents have been distributed around the place including our offices! Its a bit of a squeeze but hey, there's always a solution to obstacles that appear in life! Just put your  Savvy 'n' Sassy brain into gear and you're sorted! Speaking of which....today's blog is all about health issues that can appear to be insurmountable after we have hit 50. I've investigated the top 6 problems we face and found solutions for them so that you can lead a healthy, happy and positive life! So, without further ado......... TOP 6 HEALTH MISTAKES WOMEN OVER 50 MAKE! 1. We put up with horrible menopause symptoms. If men went through the menopause the way...

Hello you Savvy 'n Sassy ladies! Here's hoping that all is well in your  Savvy 'n' Sassy world! Did you know that knowledge is power? And the power can make situations you are not keen on much easier? Todays blog is all about what to expect at your cervical screening test, with some hints and tips so that the five minutes you are in the nurses room goes swiftly and comfortably! How will I know to attend? You will receive a letter in the post from the NHS inviting you. Usually you have to phone your GP Practice and make an appointment to see your nurse/doctor. How often will i be invited? Its depends on your age and previous results. Below is the general timeline: Aged 25 to 49 - every 3 years Aged 50 - 64 every 5 years Aged 65 plus - only if you have not been tested since your were 50 or have had previous abnormal results. Should you have had to have treatment you will be called back more frequently. What happens at the appointment? Your nurse or GP...