Daily Mirror (Northern Ireland)
Stacey Solomon Joe Swash
and are wasting no time getting hitched.
The couple - who got engaged over Christmas - will tie the knot in July, just days after restrictions limiting weddings to 30 people are due to be lifted in June.
“I can’t believe in a few months I’ll be a Mrs with all my boys by my side,” said Stacey, who “had a little cry” when the date was confirmed.
“Joe defo has watery eyes as well,” she added.
It’s no wonder she’s emotional she’s not left herself much time to do all the wedding crafting she’s got planned...
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Dear Coleen
I moved in with a newish boyfriend back in the summer and I’m already regretting it. I suppose we didn’t know each other that well, but we felt really passionate about each other at the time and decided it would be the right move, anticipating more lockdowns.
He just hasn’t turned out to be the person I thought he was.
Our place is a tip because he’s so messy and lazy, and he’s also gone from being attentive and affectionate to moody and taking me for granted.
I feel so disappointed, as I’m 38 and really thought he could be “the one”.
I’d love your advice.
Coleen says
I doubt you’re alone in this situation. I think a lot of people panicked when lockdown was announced and decided to take the plunge and move in together, so ended up in a serious relationship sooner than they might have been if Covid hadn’t happened. But it’s perfectly OK to admit you’ve realised you’re not compatible.
And in some ways, because you’ve fasttracked the relationship, you’ve avoided dating for two years before realising the relationship isn’t working. Yes, of course it’s disappointing, but it’s better to know now.
Don’t let your age be a factor in this. I understand your biological clock is probably ticking, but that’s no reason to stay in a relationship that isn’t working.
If you’re really worried about time running out to start a family, there are options.
Perhaps you could start by getting your fertility checked or even having your eggs frozen. This would help you feel more confident and empowered.
Channel 4, 5.30pm
Add life drawing to the very long list of talents that can be turned into a reality contest.
In this latest effort, Jenny Eclair is the glorious host as amateur artists reveal their, er, naked ambition.
Five artists compete in life drawing every week day, with a chance to win £1,000 on Friday’s show. The twist?
They are taking it in turns to draw each other in the buff – or wearing very little. And first to strip off is
burlesque enthusiast Shevon, revealed after a dramatic purple curtain drops, dressed to channel her inner goddess.
Her bravery is rewarded with the job of choosing the day’s winner.
Drawers Off has an intimate and light-hearted vibe, as Jenny and art mentor Diana Ali calmly wander the room, passing comment.
And it’s worth it for Jenny’s running commentary on everything from fake tan to wonky boobs (hers) and reviews such as: “She’s made her a bit dumpy!” Hats off to her.