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There's something completely and utterly magical about this time of year, the food, the drink, the get-togethers not to mention the Christmas markets and twinkling lights. Just the thought of it sends me into pure unadulterated bliss!

From the moment a new baby is born, it is put in a hat and swaddling and placed under a warmer! Many people might say that it's no big deal for a child to move around in a T-shirt and nappy, on hard floors without Slippers or outside on a chilly day with no hat. However, keeping young children's bodies covered and warm is really quite important.

Since the Stone Age wool has been known as one of the most effective weather protectors to man. It's 100% natural and every year sheep will produce a new fleece making it a renewable source, which makes the wool industry a sustainable one for future generations. At the end of its useful life wool can be returned to the soil, where it decomposes and releases valuable nutrients into the ground.

After one of the hottest summers for quite a while, most of us have been counting down the days until we can get our favourite Autumn boots out or perhaps treat yourself to some new ones?

I entered the shoe industry the same year that England won the World Cup! In those days I worked for a retailer that sold huge amounts of formal shoes for ladies. The term used quite often then was "Spicky" shoes, normally with a 3" to 4" stiletto heel. Most of my regular clients fitting wise were either AA, A or maybe a C at the widest! Any fit above that customers tended just to be offered the box!

It's not just about barbecues and pool parties. There really is something magical about summer, whether it's the long evenings spent outside after work or the way the sun streams through the windows in the early morning. No matter where you live, spending time outside does wonder for your soul.

On Sunday 17th June sees the celebration of Fathers Day in the UK. Dad's lead by example and impart wisdom on how to get through life the best way they know how. They make us laugh, they make us proud. Fathers give us comfort when we're down or scared, and sometimes they give us gifts when we least expect it.

In just under 2 weeks the country will be witnessing the royal wedding between Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. In 2011 when Prince William married Kate Middleton there were 50 million viewers watching throughout the UK and the US.

Well after one of the dullest, wettest winters for many years we have some great news. This week will see the beginning of what we are told will be a long hot summer! Maybe a little wishful thinking?