Weekly Vlog: Anniversary Lunch, Sugar-Free Lifestyle & Charity Highlight! (Plus Elderflower Cordial)

This week was eventful! It began with celebrating our wedding anniversary with a delightful lunch at a lovely local pub that we shall absolutely be returning to, followed by some wonderful time in the garden.
I gave Dr. Jart’s BB Premium Beauty Balm a go as it has high sun protection for my hyperpigmentation - so far, so impressive! If you’re after a product that combines high protection with great coverage, I highly recommend it.
I’ve started The Kinder Plan with Charlotte from Balancore Nutrition to address my sugar intake, which was beginning to get ever so slightly out of control. Biscuits are my weakness! Cutting the sugar has been tough, but the plan has helped me regain control and I’m feeling better every day. If you’re in need of personal diet direction with kindness and understanding, Charlotte should be your go-to.
I’ve got a few Santana updates for you, as we continue to work with her to support her needs and address concerns, plus an elderflower cordial and granola kitchen takeover!
Lastly, I wanted to highlight a wonderful cause. My friend Jacqui, who suffered a severe spinal injury, has just launched her 4th Spinal Injury Association raffle. You can support it by purchasing a T-shirt, with proceeds going to the association - I’ll link everything down below.
Watch the full vlog, do remember to subscribe so you never miss a thing, and I'll catch you next week from beautiful Corsica!
Love, Charlie x
Featuring:
The White Horse at Sutton - www.whitehorseinn-sutton.co.uk/
Dr Jart BB Beauty Balm - www.drjart.co.uk/product/2826...
Trinny London - trinnylondon.com/uk/
Me & Em - www.meandem.com/
The Kinder Plan from Charlotte at Balancore Nutrition - www.balancorehealth.com/welln...
Kaho Prints - kahoprints.com/
Susanna and Daughters Kefir - susanaanddaughters.co.uk/
Jacqui’s 2024 Spinal Injuries Association Raffle - www.justgiving.com/page/jacqu...
Red Card Petworth - discoverpetworth.uk/businesse...
Make Your Own Elderflower Cordial -
mailchi.mp/5505efdf50e5/ha5to...
Shop My Homemade Granola -
www.askcharlie.how/shop/p/pro...
- please note orders won’t be posted until I return from holiday
Listen To My Podcast Episode with Charlotte from Balancore Nutrition -
shows.acast.com/askcharlie/ep...
#WeddingAnniversary
#BeautyReview
#SugarFree
#BalancoreNutrition
#CharityHighlight
#GardeningTips
#RecipeIdeas
#Corsica

[@deannab9511]

I love how you show real life, not only the beautiful parts. Really enjoying your talks!

[@ask.charlie]

Thank you very much xxxx

[@StMeadMary]

Wow! Ditching the sugar - if you can do it to a decent degree or totally - is amazing!!! Well done. I’ve put weight on recently and as an apple shape it is so about eating sensibly xxx well done. KEEP IT UP CHARLIE!! You rule!!

[@moniquecunningham762]

Love the quilted jacket it reminded me of lady diana in the 80's. Im thinking of getting one.❤

[@virginia8993]

Wild Star ⭐️ Just wanted to say that earlier this year I made your marmalade recipe and today my husband came through after cleaning the jar to say that this is the best marmalade he has ever eaten but I am not allowed to give any away 😂 and now I am on the hunt for elderflower’s ❤

[@ask.charlie]

That’s so wonderful to hear, thank you for letting me know xxx

[@strll3048]

Congratulations on your anniversary and very best wishes for ever increasing happiness in each other and your dear family!

[@ask.charlie]

A huge thank you x

[@zoepottinger4935]

Wild star ⭐️ have a lovely time in Corsica

[@user-bp8ov5wk3p]

Wild star! 💜

[@fionanugent-oc9vv]

Wild star ⭐️

[@karensims9817]

Lovely photos, thanks for sharing and Happy Anniversary 🎉 xx

[@sarahd4176]

Happy Anniversary to you and Sigh! The KaHo jackets are very Parisian; I see lots of women out and about running errands in similar style jackets and with outfits along the lines you outlined. Enjoy your trip! Wild Star.

[@ask.charlie]

Yes aren’t they, and thank you xxx

[@rebeccahoneybrook658]

Wild star! Always enjoy your vlogs 😊

Happy Anniversary! I saw an excellent tip a few months ago to help get fluffy towels without a tumble dryer - simply give them a good hard shake from each end before hanging on line/drying rack. 100% works, takes a few moments and they are nice and fluffy. 😊

[@ask.charlie]

Thanks so so much as ours are currently like sandpaper 😂 xxx

[@DollyBobsPaws]

Wild star 💫

[@davidsanderson4442]

Wild Star! Thanks Charlie.

[@FionaMcquillan-vu5bq]

Wild star!

[@karin8304]

Wild Star!

[@joannapurdy8075]

Wild Star! Love your vlogs. Look forward to them on a Friday evening ❤ Thank you Charlie for really enjoyable content 😊

[@ask.charlie]

Thanks so much that’s really kind of you to say x

[@janeharrison7525]

Wild Star - you have inspired me to go to the White Horse again soon, the food looks wonderful. There is a fascinating if not terrifying recent Steven Bartlett podcast about sugar, how toxic it is & how we are all manipulated by the food companies. I am so with you on cutting it out as much as possible, good luck. Where is the shop that sells the kefir please? Cowdray is a little too far to drive to just for that as I don’t want to be tempted by all their other goodies. Have a fantastic holiday & I’m sure Santana will really benefit from the break. She’s learnt so much this year that a couple of weeks off will be really beneficial & help her to process it all. xxx

[@ask.charlie]

Thanks so much Jane, yes I think a holiday is a good idea for her! I buy it in Fittleworth shop, lodsworth larder, and Charlie’s farm shop in Bury sell it! It’s super I have been really enjoying it. Yes sugar is terrible! Xx

[@janeharrison7525]

Thank you, all a bit too far unless I’m passing annoyingly.

[@ask.charlie]

Cowdray do online orders x

[@user-cu2jq6fd1g]

Happy anniversary to a lovely couple x

[@fionnateys3592]

Thank you Charlie, enjoyed your vlog and congratulations on your anniversary. My husband & I had a chuckle over the covid frustrations, oh that time…I assume your tetanus shots are up to date, what with garden injuries etc. Looking forward to your time in Corsica. Wild star 🌟

[@mollysilver4932]

Happy anniversary! I have had several friends use Regumate to help their hormonal mares.

[@ask.charlie]

That’s good to hear thanks Molly x

[@amandaherlihy1472]

Wild star ❤

[@sandyshoescornwall5356]

Happy anniversary! Top tip try drinking a glass of water with apple cider vinegar in the morning before you eat breakfast. It really helps to kill the sugar cravings during the day, and it worked for me, good luck!

[@ask.charlie]

Will give it a whirl thank you x

[@lkhawkins4482]

Thank you for sharing another great vlog, Charlie. Also, thank you for talking a bit about Jacqui's story as well as linking her information and t-shirts information, too.

[@ask.charlie]

Thank you Laura, Jacqui is such a wonderful lady xxx

[@SamS-wf3hk]

Wild Star ✨

[@carolwatts-yi6do]

So pleased you had a less stressful week & Happy Anniversary to you both. I love those jackets , such wonderful prints just not sure when I would wear one but I’m going to have a serious think about it 🤣 Incidentally where can I buy your granola locally , is it by any chance an award winning shop in small village ??? I too make elderflower cordial each year so will be excited to try your recipe, the flowers near me are almost ready ,so hopefully by the end of the week I can make a start 🤞 Hope you all have a wonderful holiday, can’t wait to hear what Corsica is like. Take care 😘😘

[@ask.charlie]

Thanks so much Carol, I supply two wonderful villages shops locally with it xx

[@user-ef5fr4nm6t]

Wild star ❤

[@sarahbishop3228]

Happy Anniversary xx

[@KrisMcIrl]

Wild Star xx

[@teresabrown836]

Happy anniversary to the both of you 💓 xxx

[@monicahall1625]

Loved your vlog!🌟 Like visiting with a wonderful friend talking about the precious moments of living life😊and also those difficult days.😔 You are always so heartwarming and real.🙏❤xxx

[@juliejakubickova3401]

Hapoy anniversary!!☺️

[@wilmaellwood4800]

Wild Star❤

[@louisesouthgate5231]

Wild Star! Thank you Charlie for another lovely vlog.... so refreshing and inspiring! watched it whilst doing the ironing and preparing for my holiday in Sardinia next week. Will be glad to get away from all this wet gloomy weather! Hope you're having a super, super time in Corsica. ❤ xx

[@carolgibbins7119]

I enjoyed your vlogs this week, thanks Charlie. Wild star. Congratulations on your wedding anniversary

[@ask.charlie]

Thank you so much Carol x

[@lesliec.7796]

Wild Star! Wonderful time seeing into your week. Your take on life is always so lovely even in the real bits. Happy Anniversary and I hope you enjoy your beautiful trip away!

[@monicahall1625]

Happy, Happy Anniversary.🎉❤❤ What a special occasion and blessing.🌺 Many, many more to come. xxx

[@shelaghward9621]

Super vlog,thoroughly enjoyed ,as always !

[@lkhawkins4482]

I have purchased some of the Christmas gift bags and I love them! I have had them for a couple of years now. They are really great, Charlie. I am so glad you are still selling them.

[@RH-mu1ld]

Wild star☺️

[@SallyAnn191]

Happy Anniversary. Have a wonderful holiday. xx Wild Star.

[@ask.charlie]

Thank you xx

[@pennyeames2704]

Beautiful photos of you all. Such a lovely vlog

[@ask.charlie]

Thanks Penny x

[@annedrane3656]

Wild star ⭐️ enjoy Corsica x

[@teresabrown836]

Wild Star xxx

[@stacygrimshaw5556]

Wild star! Have a great vacation....

[@strll3048]

Lovely presentation. Wild Star.

[@marymorgan6943]

i decided to buy a padded jacket after one of your recent vlogs but couldn't decide which colour - I liked them all. After today's video I thought I'd go for the light blue or green one. Went on the site again - all gone in my size! I should just go ahead as soon as you show something I like. Wildstar - is that the word? Can't remember now 🤔

[@ask.charlie]

Oh Mary, send Kate a message as she might get more in, they are super xxx

[@roisinmckane3125]

Wild Star my darling

[@ask.charlie]

Thank you ❤

[@tanyasaliba2698]

Wild star 🌟 ⭐️ 💫 xxx

WILD STAR XO

[@suestrudwick7903]

Wild Star ⭐️

[@mandybeck4185]

Wild star

[@suzannemortimer9752]

Weve used magnesium sulphate, Lion Ointment, for years. Its great for drawing out splinters

[@mariadegouveia725]

Wild Star

[@carolwatts-yi6do]

Ooops forgot Wildstar !

[@mollyosullivan817]

I am interested to know if you find that you make much money from making granola jams etc. I just wonder as I used to sell baked goods and found that by the time I bought ingredients, packaging and electricity etc it wasn’t really worth my time. I hope that’s not too personal to ask and no need to share specifics obviously, I would just be interested as to your thoughts !

[@DawnMartin-jt6dw]

Wild Star Clothing

[@natashawhite932]

God I miss Petworth 😢

[@user-pl1ds5ss5w]

Wiled star.

[@AmandaSanderson-ty7lv]

Wild star!

[@lkhawkins4482]

Wild Star!

[@sophiaperry9737]

Wild star 💫

[@sandyshoescornwall5356]

Wild star!

[@clintfrost5829]

Wild star!