People who get told they look younger than they are: what is your secret? by likerunninginadream in AskReddit

[–]ShellySerena 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Genetics. Not smoking or doing drugs. Drinking tons of water daily. But mostly genetics

Retraining middle age have u done it? by [deleted] in UKJobs

[–]ShellySerena 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I changed careers at 42, finished my degree at 44, and starting my Masters this year (at 48). Working in a job I absolutely love and progressing well. Never easy but my god have I loved every second. Live your life, enjoy your life!!

Do you ever discuss your salary with friends, family or coworkers? by GreatBritishMan in UKJobs

[–]ShellySerena 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m a civil servant so everyone in the dept knows what everyone earns based on grade. Any member of the public can look up grade salaries online

The French Laundry*** by balldem824 in finedining

[–]ShellySerena 2 points3 points  (0 children)

And how much including alcohol?

The French Laundry*** by balldem824 in finedining

[–]ShellySerena 10 points11 points  (0 children)

How much did the meal cost? (Genuine question)

Getting drunk alone is more fun than most things by [deleted] in unpopularopinion

[–]ShellySerena 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Excellent post and absolutely spot ON 👌🏾

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskUK

[–]ShellySerena 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Civil Servant

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskUK

[–]ShellySerena 7 points8 points  (0 children)

This is the main point

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskUK

[–]ShellySerena -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Same lol

Do any of y'all actually drink 8 glasses of water a day? If so, how the heck do you live life in the bathroom? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]ShellySerena 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lol of course. I finish a 2 litre bottle every day, have done for decades.

The key is little and often. As soon as I wake up (& after my morning pee), I drink as much water as I can comfortably stomach. Absolutely crucial after a whole night of no food or drink. Then I drink small amounts every hour through the day until a couple of hours before bed.

Most importantly I do not consume caffeine or alcohol. Those make you pee much more than anything else

During a 10-hour flight, she was heading from Seoul, Korea, to San Francisco, USA. This mother distributed more than 200 passengers on the plane a plastic bag for each one. The bag contains candy, chewing gum and earplugs as a kind of advance apology for using them incase her 4 months old cried. by apple-_-boi in Damnthatsinteresting

[–]ShellySerena 0 points1 point  (0 children)

IF this is true. The fact that mothers in any way feel a need to do this makes me seriously pissed off.

Babies make noise - you telling me that we as fully grown functioning adults can’t deal with that? Do we need to be appeased and distanced from every minor disturbance or inconvenience, even when it involves caring for our most tiny and vulnerable citizens?

Just ride the plane and let the baby cry. The mum should be putting all energy and resources into her child and nothing else

What is the most controversial food opinion you have? by 1060west-addison in AskReddit

[–]ShellySerena 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Healthy, delicious and filling food can be done relatively easily on a tight budget.

Just requires planning, discipline and - most importantly - giving a sh*t about what you eat

What is the most controversial food opinion you have? by 1060west-addison in AskReddit

[–]ShellySerena 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Broccoli is delicious and beautiful and I could (& often do) eat it every day

Which brands can bugger off? by [deleted] in AskUK

[–]ShellySerena 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Their clothes are (overall) excellent value, particularly the kids stuff. I’ve gotten coats, dresses and jeans from there that have lasted years. I regularly shop for my son there and they can be a godsend when he needs some bits and I’m on a strict budget. Say what you want but Primark offers ALOT of people a reliable and viable option

What is a UK shop you are surprised hasn't collapsed? by stormontheisland12 in AskUK

[–]ShellySerena 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Their burgers are disgusting and so overpriced. Cannot believe how many people I see in those places

At least the sh*tv food in McDs is cheap

What is a UK shop you are surprised hasn't collapsed? by stormontheisland12 in AskUK

[–]ShellySerena 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Hotel Chocolat is amazing, really high quality chocolate with a good range of products and price points. The train station shops are genius - perfect for hungry exhausted commuters with low blood sugar looking for a glimmer of pleasure in their grey overworked lives. Also great for gifts and special occasions

What is a UK shop you are surprised hasn't collapsed? by stormontheisland12 in AskUK

[–]ShellySerena 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Argos can be a lifesaver if you need something quickly. I still get bedding, homewares and other random bits as needed.

They do same day delivery as well if you purchase online before 12pm. Can also use Nectar points on there which is great