Martha Cliff

SITTING at the kitchen table wrapping Christmas gifts, Jen Walker’s gaze falls upon their family calendar. Blocked out in fluorescent highlighter and decorated with little stars is the week startin…

IF YOU couldn’t quite get through a full bottle of prosecco or Champagne last night you could well have been left with some flat fizz this morning. However, before you tip the pricey booze down the…

UNLESS you had some seriously hungry guests, many of us will have been left with mountains of leftovers from yesterday’s Christmas dinners. And while it may be tempting to treat your pooch to the o…

AT CHRISTMAS, nothing sets the mood more than some festive songs to spread some cheer and bring family and friends together. And if you find yourself twiddling your thumbs this Boxing D…

WITH the big day over and one with, those of us with real trees might be suffering from needle droppage. As merry and bright as real Christmas trees may look, their dropped needles can be difficult…

AMONG an amazing haul of festive goodies, there’s usually at least one gift that doesn’t quite hit the mark. Whether it’s that questionable sweater from your aunt or the third waffle maker yo…

CELEBRATING Christmas is a joyous experience, but it is often a recipe for mess. Unfortunately, accidents happen, and spillages such as candle wax, wine, and various foods can sometimes be inevitab…

CLINKING glasses with her date, Louise Campbell confessed to him that already her feelings were strong. And James Green, who she had met just two days earlier on the dating app Tinder, said the fee…

CHECKING the display stands one last time Lou Smith takes a deep breath, straightens her name badge and heads to the tills. As the clock hits 9am, the doors open at TK Maxx and post-Christmas barga…

HUNCHED on the sofa in the family playroom, Richard Spencer attempts to shield himself from his wife Sheree’s furious blows. Sheree hurls insults at her husband for no other reason than the fact he…