Natalie Summerson: Hot tubs & protection

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A few weeks ago I was very seriously contemplating the idea of purchasing a hot tub for the garden. In fact, I had three potential hot tubs saved to favourites on my phone. Not because I really wanted one, but because two close friends we socialise with regularly had ordered one and it fast became the topic of conversation - how our group of close friends would all get together and enjoy a few drinks while relaxing in the bubbles. Then the Great British weather changed, and with it I changed my mind (as women are entitled to do!). It did make me question why I very nearly made a signific...

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