Christine McGuinness reveals new haircut and 'things that made her smile' after split from husband Paddy

Christine McGuinness was told she was 'glowing' as she shared a selection of new photos after taking a break from Instagram. The model and former The Real Housewives of Cheshire star told followers "I've missed you" as she posted about the things that have made her smile during August.

Christine, 34, announced last month that she and her husband of 11 years Paddy McGuinness, 49, had separated, saying they were "moving forward as the best parents we can be for our three beautiful children." They said they have "a great relationship" and "still live happily in our family home together."

And fans were thrilled to see her smiling as she reeled off a positive list, including the extra time she's spent with her children during the school holidays. The blonde beauty also shared her new shorter haircut which she loves.

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"Here’s some August for you," she typed. "Things that made me smile …Extra time with my babies. Had my hair cut, I love it. Filmed something special. Watched a gorgeous sunset. Discovered I’m terrible at darts but laughed loads! Got a cute note off my friend. A bird joined me watching the sky by the Thames. Got tagged in loads of pics of my book abroad."

Among the photos shared by Christine was a pink sign reading: "You'll always feel a little lost right before you find yourself again." And the handwritten note from her friend read: "Miss you, can't wait to see you, keep smiling."

weegran.63 commented: "Nice to see you looking happy." lifewithemmmaaaa told her: "You’re glowing." And her co-star on The Games Phoenix Brown said: "You deserve it alll x"

Last week Christine was seen in Cheshire continuing to wear her