Julie Jay: I’d have booked a Botox appointment had I known who I would meet at the school gate 

When it comes to trying new things, it is never easy no matter what age you are. Especially when you are surrounded by the ghosts of Christmas past and the last time you brushed your hair, Michael D Higgins was still president

'I wish I had had a bit of warning that this would be my most humbling experience of 2026 thus far. I could have booked in a curly blow-dry or a quick Botox appointment.' Picture: iStock 

Our first-ever Easter camp is under our belt, and all in all, it was a resounding success.

In terms of feedback, the main hit seemed to be the sweet shop. Each day, Number One headed off with a ridiculous amount of money, because much like a member of the royal family, I have absolutely no concept of how much things cost.