Hayley Dodwell
Bio
I am a freelance writer. As well as Vocal, I have also written articles for numerous websites, including, Eighties Kids, WhatCulture, Child Of The 1980's, Online Book Club, GoNOMAD Travel, Hubpages, and ScreenHub Entertainment.
Stories (77/0)
If I Had a Little Girl the First Words I Would Teach Her Would Be F@#k Off
Dame Helen Mirren she always gets it right with her words of wisdom to women. Her years of experience working, until recent years, in an extremely male dominant industry, gives her words power, knowledge and depth.
By Hayley Dodwell5 years ago in Viva
Where Were You the Day Princess Diana Died?
As the saying goes, everybody remembers where they were when they found out JFK had been shot, that memory will stay with them forever. For my generation the same can be said with Princess Diana's death. I remember it like it was yesterday. I loved Diana, as I do all the Royal family. I am very much a royalist, and they are one of the many reasons which make me feel proud to be British. I love all the traditions, I watch the family go to Church on Christmas Day, later on at three PM it's the Queens speech, its all been a huge tradition in my life and always will be.
By Hayley Dodwell5 years ago in Geeks
The Magical World Of Foxton Locks
There is a hidden gem deep in the beautiful Leicestershire countryside, full of history, beauty and excitement. This gem is Foxton Locks. One of my all time favourite places to visit, the magical world of Foxton Locks has simply never worn off! Situated a few miles away from the historic town of Market Harborough, this gem is well and truly worth a visit.
By Hayley Dodwell5 years ago in Wander
She-Ra: The Best Female Action Hero Ever?
Forget the recent redone series, the original animated series of She-Ra was the best, and hugely popular. As a child, in the 1980s, I remember how much I enjoyed the fun-packed adventure series, seeing a strong, tough lady fighting her battles was incredible and exciting to see. She-Ra fought for what she believed in, and her attitude was a great role model for girls. She-Ra just absolutely wowed us! With her mighty strength and healing powers, she was acrobatic, fast, gentle, beautiful, kind. Above all she was an action hero who was female.
By Hayley Dodwell5 years ago in Geeks
Why Don't We Warm to Meghan?
I love the Royal family, always have. I love hearing news of a Royal wedding, or a Royal baby. I love the Queen, she has done her role to perfection. I feel tremendously proud to have such a great ruling monarch. Her achievements are incredible.
By Hayley Dodwell5 years ago in The Swamp
Remembering: Charmian Carr and Heather Menzies
The Sound of Music was a huge part of my childhood. I was completely swept away with the magic of the film. It remains my all time favourite film to this day, and I still get great joy from watching it. It's always such a treat!
By Hayley Dodwell5 years ago in Geeks
'A Lotus Grows in the Mud' - A Book You Must Read!
I recently reread A Lotus Grows in the Mud, the 2005 book by Hollywood legend Goldie Hawn. I enjoyed it as much as I did the first time I read it, and it's a book truly worthy of recommendation. So I want to tell you about this incredible read, and why it is a must to read.
By Hayley Dodwell5 years ago in Viva
The Girls Are Back in Town!
I sometimes think people forget just how huge the Spice Girls were, and what they achieved. For a 90s teenager, like myself, these girls were incredible. They installed in us that anything is possible, as a woman you could achieve your dreams. They spread their message of Girl Power, and rightly achieved gigantic success all around the world.
By Hayley Dodwell5 years ago in Beat