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Editor’snote Welcome to our special Mother’s Day edition of YOU magazine! It gave the YOU team a real buzz to see how our Mother’s Day makeover winner, Heather Robertson, looked after her special day and especially the big grin she had on her face with all the pampering from local businesses. She looked fantastic!

We even have a super-fit mum of five, Monique Rouxel of Figure Fitness, who is an amazingly busy woman. I feel tired just looking at the photos.

And if you’re wanting to whip up something special for mum on Mother’s Day, try our food columnist Marg Brownlie’s brunch recipes, she assures us they are divine. I think she should start bringing them in for staff to do taste tests. Methven’s Jane Logie (nutritionist, herbalist and chef) talks about celiac disease and gives us a gluten-free recipe, chicken chilli pad Thai, to try.

We’re also excited to have a couple of new columnists beginning this month.

Ashburton mum Ally Lamb is going to keep us updated on fashion, with her very own quirky twist and Wendy Millichamp of Lilyfields in Mt Somers is sharing her love of autumn in the garden.

With a bumper 48-pager this month, we have a bulb pack to give away, a sneak preview of the Ashburton College Ball, top 10 tips for staying healthy, our usual product and fashion pages and photos of Mid Cantabrians out and about.

Here’s hoping it finds you fit and well and over the bout of nasty bugs that have hit many of us hard recently and we hope you enjoy this month’s YOU magazine.

Cheers, Lisa Fenwick

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WINNING MUM Heather Robertson is this year’s Ashburton Guardian Mother’s Day makeover winner.

She was nominated by her daughter Andrea, who said the makeover would be a small way of thanking her mum for her endless support she had given, not only of her own family but to many elderly people in the Ashburton community.

“Over the years she has given so much of her valuable time to other people without a second thought…” Andrea wrote.

As part of her makeover package Heather received: – Hair and make-up from Minx and Body ‘n’ Beauty Worx.

– A new outfit from TCR, The Clothes Rack.

– A Swarovski necklace and earring set from The China Shop.

– A Mother’s Day dinner from Ashburton Trust at the Hotel Ashburton.

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Life hasn’t worked out exactly the way Heather Robertson planned, but, looking back there’s very little she’d change.

Most of her adult life has been spent doing things for other people and the modest mum of four admits she’s spent little time – or money – on things that are just for her. Recently, however, her family made sure that she was rewarded for ‘just being mum’, nominating her for the Guardian’s Mother’s Day makeover competition.

When she discovered she’d won, Heather was overwhelmed. The way she’d lived her life was no different to other women, she said, the

sacrifices she’d made and the volunteer hours she’d given to family – and strangers – no more than others had given.

The modest mum was stunned by her win, but by the end of her day of pampering she couldn’t stop smiling – before she dashed away to collect grandchildren and run another errand for one of her elderly friends.

If fate had been a little kinder, it’s unlikely Heather would have featured in the makeover feature.

She grew up in Gore, a farmer’s daughter who loved the land and loved animals.

“I was 15 and my dad died unexpectedly on Christmas Day and all my dreams went out the window. I wanted to be a vet or at least to work

with animals, maybe as a vet’s she was actively involved in All your beauty inschooling one convenien assistant, but I had to leaverequirements her children’s and school and work on the farm,” activities. she said.

The family moved to AusHer twin brother also found tralia for a short time before his school days were over, but returning to New Zealand and a return to the family farm was settling in Ashburton in 1986. exactly what he wanted. Fate After more than 25 years it’s was to step in again, however, the place she now calls home. when he too died at 18 from It is also the place where she cancer. became heavily involved in Life in rural Gore became working with older people.

Heather’s life, working on the She lived on Cox Street and family farm and then meeting the RSA was just down the the man who would become road. At that time Heather was her husband. a keen pool and darts player The years ticked by and and that meant time at the Heather counted her blessings club. in four children. Back then few “I became involved as a women worked when their volunteer driver for the RSA children were small and that and did a few jobs for people suited Heather. She loved bethrough that and I guess it just ing a mum and loved the busy- snowballed,” Heather said. ness that came with ensuring continued over page

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The “Glam Squad” Di and Lucy from Body ‘n’ Beauty Worx get to work on the face department. She has full make-up and her eyebrows shaped and tinted.

The day begins with a new hairstyle – cut, colour and foils from Renee at Minx Hair Spa.

She became the helping hand and friend to many, getting groceries, paying bills and helping out around their homes and just being a listening ear. She’s also a hospital visitor for RSA members, delivers meals on wheels and is a regular poppy day helping hand. It’s not uncommon for Heather to bundle up one of her elderly friend’s washing, taking it

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home before returning it clean and ironed.

“They like talking to you, having a yarn.

Many are just lonely and some of them have become friends,” she said.

Over the years Heather admits she’s been extremely frugal. She hates waste and doesn’t support the practice of binning any food that has hit its ‘best by date’.

“I suppose I’m known as a bit of a miser but I’ve always been careful. I always look for specials.” That frugality also extends to having her daughter dye her hair rather than ‘wasting’ money at a salon. She’s far more comfortable spending any extra money on her grandchildren, in using any spare time to be the family taxi driver or helping out at

school events.

“I’ve never spent money on myself but now golf is my only luxury, the only time I spend money. When I first started, my two younger ones said they thought I’d left home because they were so used to me being there.”

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Christine Todd at TCR (The Clothes Rack) helped find colours and styles to suit Heather.

ily’s description of her as a mum who has been an amazing role model and an endless support for her children.

For Heather, that’s just what being a mum and a nana is all about.

Being pampered for a day was a new experience. While partner Merv Brenton might be happy for Heather to treat herself,

it goes against her nature to waste money.

It was an odd feeling anticipating the day and if there was anything she was hoping for it was a new hairstyle, Heather said.

“It would be great to have a hairstyle created just for me and because I’m not a shopper, getting some new clothes will be pretty exciting too.”

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CRUISING THE PACIFIC

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n January this year, I set off to Brisbane with my fiancé for an 11-night cruise around the Pacific Islands. Our cruise visited Vanuatu, Port Denarau (Fiji) Suva (Fiji) and New Caledonia. Cruising exceeded all my expectations in many ways and I just love telling clients about my experience.

I always had a perception that the more stops a cruise had the better but after cruising myself my whole way of thinking has changed. The ship itself is the destination, the ports are a bonus.

Our ship held 1998 passengers and had 910 crew members, we never once felt crowded and really enjoyed having a mix of age groups, everyone from families with children to middle aged couples to seniors.

At first I was apprehensive about being on an 11 night cruise and only being at Ports for four of those days.

My fiancé, being one of those people that always needs to be busy I was

worried he would get bored. Was I wrong!

There is such a variety of activities on board. There really is something for everyone! Every night before bed we had the daily cruise magazine delivered to our room so we would be busy planning our activities for the next day. My favourites included swimming at the one of the three pools, relaxing on the sun deck, bingo, games at the casino, movies under the stars, classes at the gym, relaxing at

the lotus spa and enjoying a cocktail or two!

The cruise entertainment staff also had competitions running daily that could be enjoyed such as golf, table tennis, dancing and also a cruise talent show.

I have to say one of the best things about the cruise would have to be the food. It would be rude if I didn’t talk about it. It was never-ending and consistently amazing.

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We had a set dining time of 7.45pm every night, I chose the later time as I prefer to eat later while on holiday, but just as popular is the earlier time of 5.45pm.

Some cruises have anytime dining which allows clients to have the flexibility to eat when they like.

I really enjoyed having a set time and since we were at the same table every night it gave us the chance to really get to know the others at our table.

Dinner was four courses appetiser, entrée, main and dessert and the menu would change every night.

If we didn’t feel like going to the main restaurant there was the Pizzeria, the buffet restaurant. The Riviera Grill, a more casual option. The Sterling Steakhouse, the specialty restaurant, really nice for special occasions.

On top of all that there was 24-hour room service available for no additional charge. Never a moment to get hungry.

I really do recommend cruising to anyone of any age, such a great way to travel.

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Monique Rouxel is a mother of five who likes to keep fit.

But life can be a juggling act when you’re a mum to five busy girls like Ashley, 7, Ruby, 6, Keisha, 4, Kauri, 2, and Trinity, four months, so Monique has brought work and fitness to her.

She’s started up Figure Fitness Ashburton, running fitness classes from the comfort of her own back yard.

It’s something that started small in February, but has already exceeded her

expectations.

It’s about fitness, but it’s also about fun. Monique says those who come to her classes work hard, but have a laugh as well, and she’s already starting to see some results. “There’s one lady who’s had lower back pain all of her life and she said it’s already starting to go away.”

Monique has always loved keeping fit. She grew up in North Otago and left school at 16 to join the army. She spent 10 years in the army as a chef and doing part time physical training.

“I always loved fitness but that’s how I learnt the skills to run a class,” she said.

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She went on deployments to East Timor and on exchanges with the Australian and British army. But being in the army and having a family wasn’t ideal.

So she left the army when she was due to have her second child, and moved to Ashburton with her partner Matiu Andrews – who she met in the army.

Matiu has been supportive of Monique’s latest career move and both have been blown away by how popular Figure Fitness has been.

Monique was already known in Ashburton fitness circles. She used to work at Configure Express, but she’s also been known

for her own training, which she describes as intense.

“I trained right up to 40 weeks of my last pregnancy and I became quite famous for it,” Monique said.

Figure Fitness can be intense and sore muscles the next day can be expected, but it’s something anyone can do, she said.

“I wanted to make it available to everyone so in the mornings, for example, people can bring their kids – we have a playground outside - they will just have to be

their own responsibility because there’s no one here to look after them,” she said.

“And I haven’t made it really expensive.”

Her kids help her set up if they’re there, and are then looked after by a friend’s daughter while their mum takes the class.

“I originally thought I would only have about half a dozen women, from the ladies who had asked and who I had trained before, but it’s just got so big,” she said.

She now takes classes three mornings a week, one on Sundays and four in weekday evenings.

“I found it quite good otherwise you’re just sitting around. It gives you that motivation to do something in the evenings,” she

said. When you’ve got five kids, being a mum can consume your life.

“Before I started this job I was actually kind of bored. You kind of walk around in circles when the baby’s asleep but you can’t really start doing things because you just don’t know when she’s going to wake up,” she said.

Her classes are outside – weather permitting. If it rains she brings them inside. Fortunately, she has a big lounge.

She works her clients hard but they have fun at the same time, as does Monique.

“I’m definitely having fun and the money makes everything worth it. We can do things on the weekend now,” she said.

Raising five children isn’t cheap – and neither is building a triple garage outside to become a home for Figure Fitness Ashburton, on which building is soon to start - so having two incomes coming in again is making a huge difference.

Monique likes living a healthy, fit life, and she’s hoping it’s going to rub off on her children.

“The kids are thriving on it. We always encourage healthy living with them and this is leading by example.”

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It is coeliac awareness this month and the disease is often not well-known or understood.

In my column this month I’m explaining why it occurs and how it can affect so many. It can be a stressful disease for some people.

Coeliac disease (pronounced see-leeak) is a medical condition that is an auto-immune disorder and an inflammatory condition of the small intestine. Also known as (GSE) gluten sensitive enteropathy or coeliac sprue.

Coeliac disease is caused by an inflammatory response to an intolerance to gluten, a protein called gliadin, which is found in wheat, and similar proteins found in barley and rye. The immune system is activated in response, when gluten is eaten, and produces antibodies which will then damage the lining of the small bowel.

Inflammation occurs and damages the hair-like projections (villi) in the small intestine, which then become inflamed and flatten and are responsible for absorption of nutrients.

Digestion is therefore decreased, due to the damaged villi, creating an inability

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for nutrients to be absorbed correctly, during the digestive process, especially vitamins and minerals, such as folate, iron, B12 and calcium. Scarring may be a consequence to long-term exposure to gluten.

Coeliac disease may develop over a long duration and is often undiagnosed, due to the fact that gluten sensitivity affects many in a variety of ways.

The disease can affect approximately one in 100 New Zealanders, and can occur at any age.

The symptoms in children can be more intense with the classic symptoms such as diarrhoea, irritability, weight loss, swollen tummy and delayed growth after the introduction of gluten foods in the diet.

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Whereas in adults, symptoms may not be so defined, even though there is damage to the small intestine, and is generally undetected until complications occur, ie iron deficiency, causing problems such as anaemia.

Common symptoms of coeliac disease are varied: Weight loss (although weight gain is possible), stomach cramps, bloating and flatulence, bulky fatty, pale, foul smelling bowel motions, diarrhoea or constipation, vomiting and nausea, fatigue, irritability, skin rashes such as dermatitis herpetiformis, muscle cramps due to low calcium levels and anaemia.

Coeliac disease is considered difficult to diagnose due to its varied symptoms and long duration of onset.

Diagnosis focuses on a medical history: Gathering symptoms, family history, genetics, unexplained nutrient deficiencies, blood tests and a small bowel biopsy, showing that the lining of the small intestine has been damaged is important for a definitive diagnosis.

Complete removal of gluten and gluten containing foods from the diet is paramount for the treatment of the disease.

Small amounts can harm, therefore strict

attention to a lifelong gluten-free diet is required. Removing gluten allows the small intestine to recover and inflammation to disappear, along with any disorders that have occurred with the condition.

Understanding what it is like to be unable to consume gluten is important as many of the population suffer with the condition and are not always understood as to why they have the condition and the importance of complete avoidance of gluten and gluten based products in their everyday diets.

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Chicken chilli pad Thai (gluten free)

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400g of pad Thai rice noodles 4-6T of peanut oil (can substitute with sesame oil) 4-6 cloves of garlic, chopped finely 2T of ginger, chopped finely 2 whole spring onions sliced on an angle ¼ to ½ t red chilli paste (optional) (or substitute with green chilli or ½ t of chilli flakes) 600g of cooked chicken, sliced (breast or thigh) 4T of chopped chives, diced (or garlic chives if you have these in garden)

4T of roughly chopped coriander leaf 4T of brown sugar ½ C of roasted, unsalted peanuts, chopped (can substitute with cashew nuts) 5T of fish sauce Juice of 1-2 limes or 1-2 lemons (as a substitute) 2 eggs beaten with pepper and pinch of salt added Coriander and peanuts to garnish Serves 3- 4

– Put the noodles in boiling water, for 6-8 minutes, until just soft so they

bend easily but are still firm. Drain and rinse briefly with cold water to keep from sticking. Set aside.

– Add peanut oil in frying pan or wok, heat, then gently fry the garlic, ginger, spring onions (reserve half of coriander and spring onions). Add chilli paste, cook until soft.

– Add the rest of the ingredients except the eggs and garnish (reserve half of the chives and coriander). Continue to fry in wok or large frying pan, adding the noodles, use a little more oil if required. Add ¼ cup of peanuts (saving ¼ cup for garnish).

– Add egg mix pouring slowly all over,

and continue to mix, and cook for a minute or two until noodles are hot and eggs are cooked. Add the rest of the coriander and spring onions, stir in thoroughly.

– Decorate with coriander and peanuts, serve hot, in a bowl with a spoon and fork to eat.

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For Danielle McNab and Marjenta Chatterton, Ashburton College’s 2014 school ball will be about much more than pretty dresses, fancy hair and painted nails.

That’s because they’re the brains of the operation; the heads of the school’s ball committee, charged with putting together a successful event.

And with the days rapidly counting down to the June 20 extravaganza, they’re confident they’ve got everything in hand and are now at the finalising details stage.

Their committee consists of another nine young women and together they organise the venue, the decorating, the band, the photographer, the food, and everything else in between. It’s something Danielle has some experience in, having been the Year 12 representative on the committee last year, so she knows the importance of being organised and making big decisions early.

One of those decisions is the ball’s theme and this year they’ve gone with something a little different – The Great Gatsby, based on a 1925 novel written by American author F. Scott Fitzgerald which was recently made in to a movie starring Leonardo Di Caprio.

That will be their inspiration for the decorations at the Hotel Ashburton on the night and although people haven’t really

School balls are the highlight of the school calendar for many and this year Danielle McNab and Marjenta Chatterton have been tasked with heading up the organisation of Ashburton College’s extravaganza. Erin Tasker reports. dressed to themes in the past, this year they’d already heard of girls who were drawing some 1920s inspiration for their gowns and accessories.

For many girls, the dress is the biggest deal of the ball. Everyone looks at what everyone else is wearing and no-one wants to turn up in the same dress as someone else.

With that in mind, many girls get their dresses made these days to ensure they’ll be different, or buy online.

Danielle has had her dress made at Christchurch company Pretty Things for the second year running. The fuchsia pink dress she’ll wear was designed by her and especially made for her.

Meanwhile, Marjenta has gone down a path more common in years gone by, before the days of buying online. She’s bought off the rack, finding her perfect dress – in black and gold. continued next page

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Danielle McNab (left) and Marjenta Chatterton will be dressed to impress at June’s Ashburton College ball; an event they’re heading the organising of.

“Last year I got my dress online and it was good for me, but it wasn’t the colour I was expecting.

“It was fine, but this year I kind of wanted to go into a shop and find what I wanted.”

And fortunately she was able to – she found her perfect dress in the first shop she tried.

Now she’s just got to find perfect shoes to match.

A role on the school ball committee is a sought after one, but it’s also a busy one.

The day of the ball will be hectic for the girls and their committee.

Danielle and Marjenta will set up the venue, rush away to get glammed up, at-

tend a pre-ball event and then be the first to arrive, ready to greet arrivals. They and their team will also be the last to leave, and be back the next day to clean up.

But they can’t wait.

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us,” Danielle said. They’ve organised all they can, now they just need the weather to play along and have their fingers and toes crossed that they don’t have to deal with the repeat of last year’s drama, where the ball had to be postponed to another date at the last minute due to atrocious weather.

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Former Auckland girl band drummer and lover of funky fashion, Ally Lamb, will give us her take on what’s hot and what’s not each month.

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It’s ball season! You’ve spent time finding that perfect dress, the most elegant shoes, your nails are done and your hair is flawless.

Everything has fallen into place and your date is the biggest stud at school, life could not get any more perfect!

If this is you, you deserve a beating. Realistically for the rest of us, nothing ever works out like that on the night!

My school balls were full of last-minute organising, terrible hair appointments (plural intended), my perfect date ditching me and my “cool” mum dropping me off in our family wagon. Yet to my surprise, I still managed to score ball queen and have a fantastic night. So if you’re disorganised like me, have a budget in mind and just need some sort of

This yellow dress has a great onesided neckline, so let that be the focus, again find some funky earrings and a detailed bracelet to pull off the look.

With this dress, you can also play with the colours of your shoes to change things up.

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This black and gold dress paired with a chunky gold bracelet, black earrings and black wedges would keep the look simple, elegant and funky.

You’ll also look back on the photos in 10 years time and think “damn, dat girl’s got class”.

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directions, here are a couple of ideas that may work for you.

First things first, to balance out your look, you need to figure out whether you’re wanting a busy dress or a more tame elegant one with that single piece of bling everyone comments on.

I know on the night we want to wear every sparkly thing we can find, but other then attracting angry magpies, you’ll look like a hot mess, so keep it simple.

The two dresses I have picked both have detailed necklines, so wearing necklaces with these would be a no-go.

If you’re finding the coins in your pocket are non-existent come ball season then there are other avenues you could look at too. First off If you’ve found a piece of jewellery that you’ve fallen in love with like I did with this funky stag necklace but don’t know how to match it with a dress, find a one-coloured simple dress with either a round, plunge or strapless neckline. Try not to have any sequins on the top of your dress as this will take the focus away from your necklace. If you can find simple earrings and a bracelet that is the same colour as your dress you’ll find it will pull your look together really well.

ask around, a lot of people – including your parents or parents’ friends – may have something in their wardrobe.

For one of my seventh form balls I went through my mum’s old dresses from when she was in school and found an awesome black ball gown that we just placed a bright coloured necklace with.

Ashburton also has a great range of secondhand shops too, so before you get incredibly stressed, ask and look around!

You’ll be surprised what you might find.

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If you want to do a home job on your As the artificial heat and wintry hair to save money, wash, dry and conditions take their toll, you need to straighten your hair in the morning. If give your hair the support it deserves by you’re wanting to have a wave or curl to trying a home made hair mask. You can it, make sure after you’ve used your irons try this by mixing up a single teaspoon of to give yourself an hour for those curls honey into one glass of whole milk then to drop. massaging it into your hair from root to Similarly, you shouldinpay attention tip. Leave it on for 15 minutes and All rinse your beauty requirements onemore convenient location to your skin's hydration levels over the Make-up with lukewarm water and shampoo. If you would rather save yourself the hassle, coming months, and an easy way to do Last but not least make-up. that is by incorporating a face serum into then Redken Diamond Oil is the answer.

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lizabeth and Mike are happily married, living in a small English village, the same village where Mike grew up. He is a policeman who is well loved and respected in the community.

His mother also lives in the village and adores her only son.

On one life-changing night, Mike dies saving the life of a young girl who has fallen in the local lake.

Elizabeth’s grief is overwhelming. She

can’t cope with the fact Mike has left her and the events surrounding his death aren’t that clear. The story is told in the present tense with flashbacks to the past and the letters Elizabeth writes to the dead Mike.

As the story progresses it becomes clear Mike had secrets he was keeping from her and perhaps the marriage wasn’t as perfect as she thought.

At times Elizabeth’s never-ending grief seems a bit much, but with the arrival of her sister Mel, the mood is lightened a bit.

I really enjoyed the book – it’s very compelling and you want to keep on reading to find out the full story. It’s a well-written story about love, loss and betrayal.

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MOTHER’S DAY MESSAGE

Lisa Fenwick

MUM ON THE RUN

You’re old enough to know now guys, the day is all about me. I want the Libby special of French toast and grilled bananas and Ben, I want you to clean something, ANYTHING (eg the bathroom) and not be able to say a cross or swear word all day. If I have to throw a tanty about it, I will.

When I raise myself from my throne in the morning I want complete adulation.

Don’t expect that I’m going to be gracious and unselfish ... I’m done with that.

I’ve spent years putting your needs first.

Tomorrow’s all about me babies!

So, here’s the deal … I don’t care if you want seven of your friends over for the weekend, cause it’s not just my day

tomorrow. I’m going to claim the whole damn weekend. I don’t care if you want a ride somewhere, cause the only driving I will be doing is out for lunch.

I’m not bothered if you have no money, all I want in life is a child with a cleaning and gardening OCD! If the other teen could just have a passion for cooking, well I’ll be in heaven.

I don’t want any of your weak-kneed, selfish excuses … I’m special and I’m worth it.

In our household I earn the crust, I pay for schooling, trips away, clothing, food, camps, meals out, sports, drama and martial arts.

I cook, I clean and I throw out and replace stuff that needs mending (there’s a huge carbon footprint right there).

So mums … I don’t care whether it’s Mother’s Day, your birthday or any other random day of the week.

Don’t brush your kids or man off when they want to make your day special. Don’t downplay what you do for your children and, most especially, those selfish little

units that we love so much, it does them good to see you as a person, as someone that they need to spoil a little.

That, unbeknownst to them, the world actually revolves around you and whoever helps hold your family together.

For myself and my sisters, it was our muma. She died before she should have (as anyone we care about does) and I would love to have her around tomorrow. I wouldn’t spend loads of money on her, because she’s one of “those” mums – she would growl at me and tell me she doesn’t need anything. And she would never stay in bed long enough in the mornings to give breakfast in bed, so we always had to order her back to bed.

But I would love to have her around any day of the week, even when she’s harassing me about the gardening.

Here’s to you mum!

PS: Yes I know that because of this column Mother’s Day is cancelled once the teenragers sneak a peak, but I’m okay about that. I’ll take myself out for lunch!

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Dear teenagers, Mother’s Day is tomorrow, so I thought I’d help you out.

I’m sick to death of trying to be nice and not have expectations.

You are gorgeous teens, but just like every other child and teen in the world (or is that just the Western world?) you think the world does or should revolve around you.

I could say the expected stuff, like “I don’t need presents” and “it’s just like every other day”, but I’m not going to.

And of course if you ignore Mother’s Day I’ll still love you, I may just sulk for a while.

But actually, here’s the thing. It just doesn’t hurt you to make an effort for others, even if it is just me. It’s something every child needs to learn early – how to give of time, money and effort.

I’ve loved you at every stage of your life and every effort you’ve made on the BIG DAY for mum, but I’m so relieved I don’t have to suffer through cold, weak coffee and Marmite spread meticulously and (shudder) thickly on dry toast ever again.

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One of my favourite times of the day to entertain is mid-morning.

In winter when our busy lives are consuming us, the days are short and the opportunity to sit with friends and family on a Sunday morning with a bottle (or three) of bubbles, good food, the fire roaring and laughter filling the room, I can’t think of anything I would rather do more on a cold winter’s morning (not too early, I might say).

The humble egg springs to mind first always. These masala scrambled eggs will have your guests begging for the next Sunday brunch date.

They are well worth the little extra effort as opposed to plain scrambled eggs.

Add a rasher or two of bacon on the side or even a good quality sausage and you have heaven on a plate.

Masala scrambled eggs

2T vegetable oil 1t sesame oil 3 spring onions, thinly sliced 1t black mustard seeds 1/2 t turmeric 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 1 red chilli, de-seeded and thinly sliced 1/2 T grated ginger 1 large tomato, seeded and diced 10 fresh, free-range eggs 1t salt 1/4 C chopped coriander

– Heat both the oils in a non-stick sauté pan over a medium heat and fry the onions, mustard

seeds turmeric, garlic, chilli and ginger until the spring onions are tender. Add the diced tomato and cook for another minute.

– Whisk the eggs, salt and coriander in a bowl and pour gently into the sauté pan. As the edges begin to set, gently lift and fold them into the centre of the pan. Continue to cook in this way until the eggs are set but still soft and tender, bearing in mind the eggs continue to cook when you take them off the heat.

– Serve with either a good quality toasted sour-dough bread or naan bread.

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Salmon and corn muffins with cream cheese spread These salmon and corn muffins have adorned themselves on my brunch table many a time and have never let me down.

Always lovely and moist and hot out of the oven, served with a cream cheese spread, are always a crowd pleaser.

210g can salmon, drained 120g can creamed corn 1/4 C chopped fresh parsley 1/2 small red pepper, finely chopped (optional) 2C self-raising flour 45g butter 3/4 C milk 1 egg, lightly beaten 1/2 C grated tasty cheese

– Lightly grease large deep muffin pan (1/3 C capacity).

– Combine flaked salmon, corn, parsley and pepper in a bowl. Sift flour into a medium bowl, rub in butter, stir in milk and egg. Stir until combined then stir in salmon and corn mixture. Be careful not to over mix.

– Then spoon mixture into prepared muffin pan. Sprinkle with cheese and bake in a moderately hot oven for about 30 mins. Serve with cream cheese spread.

Cream cheese spread 125g tub soft cream cheese 1T cream 1t lemon juice (or more if you prefer) 2T chopped fresh chives

– Combine all of these ingredients together and whip until smooth.

Autumn fruit compote with honeyed yoghurt This is another must have at your brunch table!

3/4 C castor sugar 1 1/2 C water 1 orange, juiced 1 lemon, juiced 3 cinnamon sticks 4 medium pears 4 medium apples (granny smiths are best) 300g black grapes 1C dried figs, cut in half a handful of prunes if you wish

– Combine the sugar, lemon and orange juices and cinnamon sticks in a large saucepan. Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and then bring to the boil. Meanwhile, peel, quarter and core the pears and apples. Cut each quarter in half lengthways.

– Add pears, apples, figs and prunes (if using) to the saucepan, reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally for 12-15 mins or until fruit is just tender.

– Remove from heat, leave to cool for an hour. Stir in the grapes. Pour the fruit and poaching syrup into a large serving bowl. Cover and leave in fridge until ready to use. Serve at room temperature with some good quality yoghurt with a little honey or maple syrup stirred through it.

– Garnish with some of your favourite nuts, lightly toasted.

Now, you have everything you need for the perfect Sunday brunch.

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by Aimee Blume

One of the best things about authentic tacos – besides that they are delicious – is that they’re always simple and cheap to cook, usually made with the tougher parts of the animal.

The most popular traditional tacos found at Mexican restaurants are made with beef tongue (taco de lengua), cheek (taco de cabeza) or marinated pork shoulder (pork al pastor), long cooked for tenderness, then served in small quantities in a warm tortilla with onion, fresh coriander and lime wedges for squeezing.

The most interesting of these, in my opinion, is the taco de pork al pastor, which is also the least expensive to make if you use pork steak. The bits of meat are crispy and caramelised, coloured bright orange by chili and spices. The taste is mild and fruity.

In Mexico, the meat for pork al pastor is cut into larger slabs and marinated with fresh pineapple and chilli. Enzymes in the fresh pineapple start breaking down the meat before it is cooked.

I eliminated the marinating step found in most recipes because meat cooked with a thick, sweet marinade often burns and sticks before the meat itself has browned.

Fresh salsa would be a nice addition, although the tacos usually are served with

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680g pork steak 1T oil 1 clove garlic, minced 1t mild, dark chili powder 1T lemon juice 1/2 C pineapple juice 1/2 C chicken stock Salt and pepper to taste 8 to 12 flour or corn tortillas 1 bunch coriander, washed and chopped 1/2 C minced white onion Lime wedges Trim the bones and large areas of fat off the pork steak and dice into 1.2cm cubes. In a wide pan, heat the oil and sear the pork, stirring occasionally, until very brown and crusty on all sides, 12 to 15 minutes.

Add the garlic, stir and continue to cook for 1 minute. Add chilli powder, lemon juice, pineapple juice, chicken stock and salt and pepper to taste.

Cover pan and simmer gently for 30 minutes, or until pork is very tender.

Uncover and cook until dry, watching carefully so it does not stick or burn.

Warm the tortillas and serve the pork in them with coriander, onion, and lime wedges.

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Ingredients

– Season to taste with pepper and salt.

– Sprinkle with chopped parsley.

– Goes well with tagliatelle or rice.

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by Carol Moore

he other day I was taking some time out and reflecting on the last two years after opening Finesse Fitness in Ashburton (formerly Configure Express). What a time it has been and the positive changes that we have had on a number of members. I’d had some people ask what it’s like seeing ladies taking the step to joining the gym, moving forward and getting the successes of losing weight, toning up and improving their lifestyle.

A number of these members’ stories have been told in this magazine which has been fantastic and shows the confidence that these ladies now have to tell their story. There was Bronwyn, Fiona, Collette, the two Jos, Mandy, Nicola, Debra, Leah, Lora, Heather, Julie and Sarah.

All these girls have had great stories to tell and while they have stood up and told their story, there are heaps of others that haven’t. This is the great thing about running a business that achieves results for people and effectively life changing that will make their life longer and more

years

enjoyable. It is so awesome to see the changes made.

On reflection, one of these ladies’ stories hasn’t been told, and probably won’t be,

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she had been effectively looking after her children as they grew up, doing things in the community and being the devoted wife. She knew she should be doing

At any moment you can choose to be a better person, and create the life you desire, but what moment will you choose?

but the achievements are amazing. First, it is hard for some ladies to even step in the gym’s doors, that’s why at Finesse it is really good, as it is comfortable and everyone is put at ease when they come in. With only ladies working out, there’s no intimidation of a big guy pumping iron beside you. Plus, we have all the cool wee things that ladies like; like shower gel, hair straighteners and dryers, breakfast for the early workout before work.

With these comforts, it made it taking that first step so much easier for Jill (not her real name). Jill hadn’t worked out for about 15 years after having children.

She had previously been to a gym, had been active in sport and she knew she should be doing something but was embarrassed as she’d gained weight while

something, but hadn’t and effectively she was 20 to 25kg overweight and the shock was that she had been diagnosed as prediabetic.

Jill didn’t really know where to turn and thought her life was going to be yo yo dieting and on medication for diabetes.

Her doctor suggested she exercise and this may help with the pre-diabetes. This triggered her mind to the articles in You Magazine and after two attempts to come and see us, she finally got the courage to walk in the door and from there she was on a mission to spend some time on herself.

Jill allowed herself three workouts a week in the gym and did a couple of classes. She really enjoyed this after having to build the courage to come in.

She hadn’t been on a bike for a long long time and found spin a great release and loved it after getting the right bike shorts.

She never thought she’d enjoy the class as much as she did and now enjoys biking in the weekend with her husband - something she never thought she’d be back doing.

Then, yoga has been so relaxing and she is getting in touch with herself.

The commitment she made was fantastic. She did our nutrition and exercise programme to kick start her correct eating habit and then followed it up with doing personal training sessions.

The great thing now is that she is 15kgs lighter than when she started and 10 per cent lower in body fat and no longer prediabetic.

Jill is well on her way to reaching her goal and I could not be happier, it is so great to see the smile on her face and the spring in her step.

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he era that brought Coco Chanel also introduced shorter hemlines and flappers. It was The Roaring 20s, and wholesome country girls were moving to the city to become independent.

They were chic and head-strong, they had sass, and some committed murder.

The windy city is plagued by a seedy underworld of prohibition.

The air is rank with greed and the justice system is too

corrupt to do anything about it.

Violence, exploitation, treachery, sex, murder, greed, adultery and corruption.

Chicago.

Variety Theatre Ashburton's 2014 musical production will

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Chicago’s press and public during the 1920s had become riveted with these women, who had inadvertently become celebrities. Watkins' sensational columns documenting these trials proved so popular that she

at Ashburton Trust Event Centre next week.

This year’s performance is being directed by Regan Jackson of Christchurch, a new director for the Variety Theatre, who had been trained by previous Variety Theatre

Variety Theatre Ashburton’s 2014 musical production will bring us this story of fame, fortune and all that jazz; one show-stopping song after another; accompanied by sult ry dance moves

bring us this story of fame, fortune and all that jazz; one show-stopping song after another; accompanied by sultry dance moves.

Chicago the musical is based on a play written by Chicago Tribune reporter, Maurine Dallas Watkins, who covered the 1924 trials of homicides committed by women.

later wrote a play based on them, which was later adapted for both film and Broadway.

The satire on corruption highlights the fascination of Chicago’s “celebrity criminals”, at a time where good looks and public perception were the key factors in acquittals.

After months of auditioning, Chicago is set to hit the stage

director, David Williams.

Mr Jackson is assisted by fellow Christchurch resident Luke Di Somma as musical director, and Amber Bailey as choreographer. Amber was part of the talented dancing team that wowed crowds during the Variety Theatre’s 2013 performance of Miss Saigon.

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Made all the more popular by The Academy Award-winning 2002 film version, starring Renée Zellweger, Catherine Zeta-Jones and Richard Gere, tickets to the Variety Theatre’s performance of Chicago are already selling quickly, with local fans of both the musical and the movie keen to see the drama played out live in Ashburton.

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A mesmerizing journey of unforgettable characters and showstopping songs

A mesmerizing journey of unforgettable characters and show-stopping songs, the action is plentiful as scene after scene is dramatically played out. The universal tale of fame, fortune and heartbreak is captivating, and you’ll find your toes tapping along to the famous tunes that have made this performance a remarkable hit on Broadway.

The scene is set in Chicago, Illinois, in the mid-1920s. Vaudevillian Velma Kelly had been arrested for murdering her husband and her sister when she discovered them both in bed together. She and other

murderesses in Cell Block Tango in Cook County Jail are presided over by Matron “Mama” Morton, who has helped Velma become a criminal celebrity in the press.

Chorus Girl Roxie Hart is about to steal all of Velma’s notoriety. Roxie murders her lover, a regular of the nightclub that Roxie performs at, but tricks her husband, Amos, into believing that the murdered man was a burglar. Amos happily takes the blame for his wife, but after the police reveal details to him about the man’s identity, Amos puts the pieces together and the truth comes out.

After Roxie’s arrest, she finds herself in jail alongside Velma and convinces her husband to hire the smooth-talking lawyer, Billy Flynn, who is also Velma’s lawyer. With Billy’s help, Roxie is turned into a public sensation, leaving Velma in her dust, forgotten and desperate to reclaim her earlier fame.

What follows is an intense series of events, fuelled by desperation and greed.

A show that needs to be seen to be believed.

Roxie Hart is played by Layna Hunt, as Ashburton woman who is a graduate of NASDA, the National Academy of Singlig and Dramatic Art, while Velma Kelly is being played by Megan Hamilton, a Rakaia mother.

Billy Flynn is played by Christchurch

man Blair McHugh, a teacher of digital technologies at Burnside High School and seasoned musical theatre performer.

The season runs from May 17 until May 24, tickets are on sale from the Ashburton Trust Event Centre.

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Introduction into the wonder of theatre, Chicago always delivers entertainment, and of course, all that jazz

The scantily-clad performers deliver movements as steamy and sexy today as they were when Chicago first appeared in 1975.

Whether you’ve seen the film and want to experience the show live on stage, or whether you’re looking for your introduction into the wonder of theatre, Chicago always delivers entertainment, and of course, all that jazz. Knocked out of the park by a dazzling cast, the bright lights of Chicago have never shone so bright, as what they do right here in Ashburton.

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by Sheryl Stivens

he last of the autumn leaves are falling after a very wet autumn.

Now the nights are longer it’s time to think about how we can minimise waste, improve our composting, have fun with some upcycling projects and live more sustainably.

Are autumn leaves a curse or a blessing?

Why not use them as FREE mulch on your garden beds over the winter. Leaves make a great layer on your raised bed vegetable gardens especially when filling a frame for a new garden. Layer them like lasagne with horse manure and a layer of thick wet newspaper underneath to block out the weeds. Cover your lasagne garden bed with old carpet so the worms can work underneath in the darkness protected from the sunlight and chills of winter. In the spring when you take

your carpet covers off and the worms have done their job you will have nutrient rich weed FREE soil in which to plant your vegetables.

Autumn is also a good time for emptying out your compost bin will make it available to fill over the summer Layer the partially broken down compost from your compost bins over top of your raised bed vegetable gardens and cover with autumn leaves, pea straw or carpet.

This will make your compost bins available to fill with any surplus leaves for winter composting along with layers of lawn clippings and food scraps. If you have a worm farm put a good layer of autumn leaves over top of your food scraps for your worms to munch on over the winter months. Leaves add nutrients

to your garden or compost as they are full of micro organisms and minerals.

Prunings from your garden make great compost or mulch

With all the rain we have had there has been lots of growth on shrubs and trees.

Autumn is the time to get your loppers into action and shape or prune your flowering shrubs and fruit trees. Mulch your finer prunings by spreading them on your lawn and running over them with the lawnmower before putting around your shrubs or layering into your compost bins. Chop woody materials with your loppers and compost them or purchase a small shredder and make your own garden mulch

Plan some upcycling projects for your house or garden Plan some creative upcycling projects for

you and your family. Do you need a coffee table or a dresser? Look at what you could reuse or recreate into a functional stylish piece of furniture. Jazz it up with some paint from the recycle shed at the Ashburton Resource Recovery Park. For outdoors or the BBQ area make a vertical herb planter or box garden from an old pallet or source some demo timber.

Upcycling is so much fun.

Explore Ashburton District in the autumn Go for a walk in the Ashburton Domain to admire the spectacular autumn colours. Visit people who you have been meaning to catch up with or do something you have been wanting to do. Go for a stroll along the Ashburton River walkway all the way to Lake Hood.

Take time to enjoy what a special place Ashburton District really is.

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HELP ASHBURTON DISTRICT

reduce, reuse recycle AND

Keep our rural recycling depots clean and tidy. Rubbish to go to landfill must be dropped off at either the Ashburton or Rakaia Resource Recovery Parks.

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ave money on rubbish disposal and rubbish bags. Help is only a phone call away.

• Autumn is a good time to set up a worm farm or bokashi bucket for your foodwaste. You can make your own fertiliser for growing healthy vegetables in the spring.

• Load your trailer so you can easily remove any reusable household goods at the recycle shed before heading round to the weighbridge.

• Make sure all plastic containers are empty of liquids before recycling them.

• Sort out newspaper, office paper, junk

mail, envelopes, wrapping paper, magazines and glossies and drop off for recycling. Keep a recycling box near your computer and printer.

• Recycle all of your glass bottles and jars into the right coloured bins. Keep out any contaminants such as cookware, light bulbs or drinking glasses.

• Set up a rainwater harvesting tank alongside your garage or off your house.

The fittings are readily available from your local hardware store. You will then have a continuous supply of water for your garden and lawn next summer.

For information on waste and recycling in the Ashburton District call the Recycling Helpline 0800 627 824 or check out the Council website www.ashburtondc.govt.nz.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH HOUSEHOLD

batteries?

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ost workplaces and homes depend on batteries to operate all sorts of gadgets.

Recycling your household batteries prevents dangerous substances such as lead, mercury and cadmium and other heavy metals from getting into our waterways and soils and contaminating our environment.

Household batteries include: • Button cell type batteries we use in hearing aids, calculators and watches.

• Batteries used in clocks, torches, smoke alarms and toys.

• Rechargeable batteries as used in mobile phones, cordless power tools,

laptop computers, shavers, electric toothbrushes, motorised toys and digital cameras.

• Lead acid batteries as used in motor vehicles.

What else can I do?

• Use rechargeable batteries rather than single-use disposable batteries whenever possible.

• If you have to use single-use batteries, choose long-life brands.

• Consider choosing products powered by alternative energy sources, such as solarpowered calculators or kinetic powered torches.

Keep a labelled plastic container with a lid handy for your used batteries at home and at work. Drop your batteries off in the signmarked recycling area at the Ashburton Resource Recovery Park for FREE recycling and safe disposal.

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where does

MAKe-UP Go?

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ou know how it is, you apply fresh make-up in the morning before work, to return home at the end of the day and find your face looks worn and the majority of your make-up seems to have disappeared.

Well, if you use make-up on a daily basis, guess how many kilos of make-up are absorbed into your body each year? 2kg!

That’s the same weight as a baseball bat, two litres of water or even two average size textbooks!

And have you looked at the ingredients in most of our cosmetic products?! That’s a heck load of ingredients I can’t even pronounce getting absorbed into my body!

Since I found out this wee factoid I have done a little bit of research. I found out that many women use more than 20 different beauty products a day in order to look their best and that nine out of 10 women still use make-up products that are past their use by date!

I am now very concerned about the damage I am doing to my skin and insides!

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Antipodes is strong on limiting human When you’re trying to lose weight, it can exposure to synthetic chemicals (good, be hard to stick to a lower-calorie menu if check!). They use 100 per cent natural you’re feeling ravenous the whole time. ingredients. I do fall into that category of Fortunately, some of the best foods for using lots of products every single day to weight loss also happen to be the ones that look this gorge - do Antipodes make an help fill you up. Three of the key ingrediequivalent organic product of each? ents that help you feel full are fibre, protein and water content. Here are foods that have one or all of those keys to fullness: Beans: Beans are one of the best sources of fibre and they’re also considered a lean protein, making them an excellent choice for feeling satisfied. Start your morning with an egg and bean taco, or start a meal After looking at their website I can see with a cup of bean soup for instant that these guys have an organic substitute satisfaction. for all of the products I use. Facial Soup: If you start your meal with cleansers, serums, moisturisers, mineral soup, you’re likely to eat fewer foundations, finishing powders and calories at your meal, according lipsticks (see the January edition of YOU to to research. All that brothy goodness fills see the Antipodes lipstick review). Looks you up, and if it’s a veggie-packed like a no-brainer to me! soup, it will be high in fibre, too.

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elson Building Society has a heritage, culture and ethos that remains unique, and of course, built on the solid foundation of mutuality.

Life has changed quite dramatically since the late 19th Century, but despite the increasingly complex regulatory environment and the recent global financial crisis, at NBS we have remained solid, stable and dependable – committed to our customers and the community, and faithful to our mutual heritage.

We understand that life is about much more than money. But we also know that money needs to be managed well for life

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we’re experts, on a serious mission to deliver the competitive products and services our customers need.

Fast-forward to the year 2000 Strategically from the year 2000 Nelson Building Society changed, from simply a loans and savings organisation with two branches (Nelson and Richmond) to a fullservice community banking alternative offering banking products and services to both personal and small business clients across a network of eight branches.

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capturing

A PASSION FOR

We reflect with Emmily Harmer as her life as a photographer, mother and business owner in Ashburton.

Q. How did you get into photography?

I can’t remember exactly, but there has always been a camera around, most of my family had cameras and always had them out. I think my interest spawned from there!

Q. So you have been in business for one year, how have you found it?

It’s amazing! I took a chance and I’m still here, but it’s a lot of work, and I work hard to make it work. It’s not as easy as people think. It’s 95 per cent in front of the computer with emails, editing and 5 per cent actually shooting, but I love every moment of it. I have met some great families, fantastic clients and I’ve had some amazing experiences.

Q. Where do you draw your inspiration from?

I read a lot of books, magazines and reference the internet. I get my inspiration from everywhere. Everywhere I look there is always a photo.

Q What has been your favourite photoshoot so far in your career?

Emmily Harmer has taken her passion and made it into a career.

I have so many favourite photoshoots. I love families - they are a lot of fun. Weddings are amazing. You get to witness the love between a couple, and share their special day. It’s a privilege to be a part of that. I love commercial

projects too. I love a challenge and I’m not scared to try anything once.

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Q. How do you like having a studio in Ashburton?

I love having a space in town – it gives me the chance to meet people, without the distractions of my home life. It gives me focus, and it sets the standard I want to portray. I’m serious, but my door is always open. I have a wee kitchen, so I can make a coffee and my clients and I can have a chat about any photographic requirements. With the weather turning, it’s also great to offer families/clients the warmth and comfort of a studio and still not miss out on photos. Of course it’s not big enough, but I don’t think any studio is big enough.

Q. If you could do one thing again in your career what would it be?

Nothing – everything I have done has taught me something new, and I’m always learning and you always have to be open to change.

I ask myself, if it didn’t work the first time, why not, and what would I do differently, that is valuable stuff. My other motto is “things happen for a reason” and I firmly believe they do.

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That’s so important – I want my clients to enjoy the experience, not dread it.

I know most people don’t like their photos being taken, but it’s not as bad as you think.

Q. Where do you see yourself in five years time?

Still here but in a bigger space. I haven’t essentially... mid-canterbury narrowed my plan yet - there is a lot I I had to go to Timaru to photograph a want to do. little boy who passed away at 6 months.

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I’m a real foodie, I own far too many I was privileged to meet him if only once.

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permanent

YOUR TATTOO NO LONGER NEEDS TO BE

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How many treatments will it take to remove a tattoo?

By Jennifer Little

attoos have a history dating back at least 5000 years. The desire to remove them has probably existed for just as long. Early attempts to remove tattoos have had less than desirable results. The use of dermabrasion, saltabrasion and argon or CO2 lasers or excision have left behind scars in place of the tattoo. The advent of Qswitched lasers has permitted the removal of most tattoo inks with a very low risk of scarring.

The only sure way of tattoo removal is by specialist laser treatments.

How does the Q-switched laser remove the tattoo?

Short pulses of intense laser energy pass through the skin to target the dark colours of the tattoo ink.

The visible ink particles are then fragmented and the body’s immune system absorbs and eliminates them.

This gradual elimination process can take up to six weeks after treatment, hence the time gap between treatments.

On average professional tattoos require six to eight treatments, while amateur tattoos require less, all spaced approximately six to eight weeks apart.

The number of treatments depends on the amount and type of ink used and the depth of the ink in the skin. Most colours can be removed but there are some inks and colours that are difficult to remove. Dark (blue, black) and red inks will resolve the best. Oranges and purples usually fade as well.

Green and yellow inks are the most difficult to remove therefore more treatments are needed to significantly fade the tattoo.

Thinking of getting a tattoo? Choose the inks and colours that are easier to remove – you may change your mind, months or years later and want to have it removed.

Will the tattoo completely disappear?

In many cases yes. Greater than 95 per cent fading may be accomplished. However, it is important to know that there are many

Does it hurt?

The laser emits light in very short pulses, the light in the ink creates heat, and the actual sensation is like being snapped with a small rubber band.

Usually the treatments are tolerable but some people require local anaesthetic cream or local anaesthetic into the skin prior to treatment.

Where can I have this treatment?

Transform Clinic, 52a Mandeville Street, Riccarton, Christchurch. Transform Clinic, has been removing tattoos with a Q-switched laser for many years. Initial consultations are free and available in Ashburton.

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healthmistakes

10 COMMON

1 Driving with the windows down We feel pretty content cruising up the motorway with the wind blowing through our hair on a warm day, but we don’t think of our poor lungs as we breathe in harmful pollutants emitted by cars.

A study by the University of Southern California has found that spending a mere 6 per cent of our day driving with the windows down exposes us to around 45 per cent of the pollutants that we encounter in 24 hours – that’s a lot in such a short period.

In cities, driving with the windows down poses an even higher threat. Instead of winding the windows down, let in some fresh air before your journey.

2 Carrying a heavy handbag You’ve packed make-up, baby wipes, phone, purse and keys. Your camera, too. Oh, good to see you brought the old batteries from the remote – never know when you may need them.

Erm, ladies (and gentlemen), do you really need all this stuff? Surely these “essentials” could be cut down a bit?

Lugging a heavy load around can take its toll, causing back spasms, disc degeneration, neck problems, arthritis and poor posture. Spring clean your handbags and manbags, and consider trading them in for a smaller version.

3 Spending too long exercising It’s pretty common to think that the more time we spend on the exercise bike, the better.

The truth is, too much of a good thing can be counterproductive. Working your body too hard can lead to abnormal hormonal changes (which can trigger weight gain), a weaker immune system, muscle damage, shin splints and knee, foot or back problems.

Although it’s important to exercise, don’t go overboard. Abs like Arnold Schwarzenegger’s on week two of your workout routine won’t happen, and won’t be healthy.

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4 Scrimping on sleep

You’ve crammed everything you can

possibly fit into 24 hours, when suddenly you look at the clock and see it’s closer to the time you need to get up for work.

Scientific research has proven we look less attractive when we’ve had little sleep. Droopy eyelids and pasty skin are the least of our worries from scrimping on sleep.

No matter how healthy you are, how much you exercise or how much you weigh, getting too little shut-eye can seriously affect your health.

Scientists studied 5600 people of a healthy weight and size for three years and found those who skipped sleep quadrupled their risk of stroke and heart Too much stuff in a big handbag can help cause back spasms and poor posture among other things.

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disease. Fix a specific time to go to bed and stick to it.

5 Avoiding the scales A common way to gloss over weight problems is to avoid going on the scales altogether.

“If I don’t see that I’ve gained weight, then I don’t have to believe it.”

If you feel like you’ve gained weight, it’s best to see how much you’ve gained so you can do something about it before it gets out of hand.

Everyone’s weight naturally fluctuates so don’t panic if you’ve gained a kilo here and there, but if you gain more than 2.26kg, you should probably rein in your eating habits.

Checking your weight regularly allows you to nip it in the bud. Losing the odd few grammes is much easier than trying to shed 6kg.

6 Endless silent worrying You worry about a multitude of tasks, and it’s really getting you down.

Though stress can be positive to keep you alert and avoid danger, too much can be detrimental to your health.

Endless worrying eventually leads to distress, which causes headaches, high blood pressure, an upset stomach, chest pain, and sleep deprivation.

Although it’s natural to worry when you have a deadline looming, panicking too much about petty things needs to

be sorted.

When you worry, ask yourself a few simple questions and answer them as honestly.

Will you still be worrying about this in a couple of weeks? Can this problem be easily resolved?

If you can’t let it go, tackle the problem head on until it is resolved. You’ll be well on the way to a happier, healthier lifestyle.

7 Stopping medicines suddenly Most of us are guilty of this. We’re feel-

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the illness you were treating and seizures, to name only a few.

8 Forgetting to floss Flossing is a key component of oral hygiene, but it’s a step many of us skip.

Plaque between the teeth can be more serious than you may think. If the bacteria finds its way into the bloodstream it can cause chronic inflammation and increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, cancer and premature birth.

The cosmetic implications are another obvious concern. It’s recommended you floss at least once a day to stop your

Plaquebetweentheteethcanbemoreseriousthanyoumay think.Ifthebacteriafindsitswayintothebloodstreamitcan causechronicinflammationandincreasetheriskofheart disease, stroke, cancer and premature birth.

ing much better so stop taking medication, but suddenly end up feeling a lot worse.

Depending on the medicine you are taking, going “cold turkey” can cause health risks from mild, to moderate, or serious.

Discontinuing medicine suddenly can cause mild headaches, rapid return of

pearly whites from being weakened by plaque and eventually falling out.

Start brushing up on your dental hygiene for the good of your health.

9 Skipping breakfast Skipping breakfast then continuing with your day is like trying to drive your car

with a very low tank of fuel – it will feel fine to start with but will soon slow down and cut out.

Not only will you feel less active and sluggish, skipping breakfast – whether it is because of lack of time or fear of putting on weight – is linked with a higher risk of type 2 diabetes and can lead to obesity as your body stores more fat to use as fuel throughout the rest of the day. Eat breakfast to feel happier, more functional and, most of all, healthy.

10 Water from the warm tap “Throw salt over your left shoulder”, “say ‘white rabbits’ at the start of each month”, “never drink water from the warm tap” – you’d be forgiven for thinking that the latter statement was an old wives’ tale like the others, but scientists suggest that drinking water from the warm tap could cause lead poisoning.

Lead can enter some water systems – usually homes built before 1930 – from corroded plumbing, but drinking high levels of it can have potential health risks, particularly in children, where it can lead to brain damage.

Although scientists emphasise that the risks of lead poisoning are small, it’s recommended that you use the cold tap for preparing baby formula, drinking and cooking.

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winter chill BEAT THE

SKIP

INTERIOR TALK

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ith temperatures cooling and Jack Frost already making an appearance it’s time to start thinking about cost efficient ways to keep yourself and your home snug and warm.

Flooring can make a difference to the heat retention in your home. We all like to feel cosy in our homes on those miserable wet, gloomy days and bitter frosty mornings. A great place to start is with the underlay under your carpet.

There are several benefits from installing a good quality underlay. Not only will it support carpet to help reduce indentations caused by furniture and heavy objects and make it softer underfoot, quite possibly the greatest benefit of fitting a good quality underlay is heat insulation. A good underlay will

reduce heat loss and block draughts blowing through floorboards.

An underlay will also reduce the noise that is transferred between floors in multi-level dwellings. This has a twofold benefit, as not only will it reduce the chances of you hearing noises from those below it will also diminish the transference of noise from above to below.

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More and more people are getting cork through their house because of the added insulation

Another great product to hold the natural heat and insulate your family home is cork.

Cork almost certainly has the greatest warming impact on your feet and is the ultimate in “upcycling”. More and more people are getting cork through their

house because of the added insulation and acoustic benefits that cork has as well as the stunning designer look it can provide.

Cork is a perfect choice in wet areas and people are often surprised by this until they are reminded that cork is obviously impervious to liquids. It is an ideal flooring choice in children’s bedrooms or play areas as it is soft and almost spongy to play on. Cork doesn’t harbour dustmites and is non-allergenic.

Kids love cork and you can sit directly on a cork floor without getting a cold bottom.

People get excited when we show floorin gxtra.co .nz them the range of coloured cork as they still remember cork being only brown.

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BROADEN YOUR MIND TOWARDS

beans

Michelle Nelson

MY BACKYARD

By and large it has been an unsuccessful autumn in terms of establishing a winter garden and record rainfalls last month did little to inspire me.

However, a few fine days and a couple of decent nor’westers have dried out the water-logged soil in my vege patch, and with any luck I will be able to get some seedlings in this weekend. I plan to start with the broad bean patch.

Even if you were put off broad beans by the over-boiled, tough, grey nuggets served up in your childhood think again. These nutritious beans have made a culinary comeback, renamed fava beans, there are hundreds of recipe ideas floating around online – from tasty dips and spreads, to tapas. They also add texture and flavour to risottos, stir fries, salads, pasta and casseroles.

Even novice gardeners will find these hardy, low maintenance plants easy to cultivate.

The seedlings I planted in containers a few weeks ago are ready to transplant, but seeds can also be sown directly into the garden.

To ensure a bumper crop, plant into well-composted soil, with good drainage, in a position that offers maximum sunlight. I work in a few hand-

fuls of wood ash from the fireplace to add potash.

In wind-prone areas it is important to find a wellsheltered spot too.

Bear in mind these plants can grow well over a metre tall, depending on the variety, and will shade other crops. It is a good idea to plant them at the back of a garden bed.

I soak the seeds overnight and discard any that haven’t swollen up, and then plant them at a depth of about 10cm, roughly a hand span apart.

Planting in north to south preferable, and the rows should be around 40cm apart to allow for sufficient airflow to prevent fungal infections.

Planting two seeds together helps stabilises the mature plants, but some form of external support will also be required, either in the form of individual stakes or rows of twine secured at each end.

Once planted water once only, and leave the hose alone until the first pair of leaves has formed.

When the first beans form, pinch out the tip of the plants below the top two leaves, to help prevent blackfly and stimulate strong growth with plenty of pods. The tips are delicious served raw in salads or steamed like spinach.

From there on in it is just a matter of watering occasionally and keeping the weeds at bay until the crop is ready to harvest, from 90 through to 180 days. The bean pods can be picked at fingerling size, steamed and served in the pod, or grown to maturity, podded and skinned. They also freeze well.

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COLOUR MY WORLD

Hi, Wendy Millichamp here to say, “let’s have fun in the garden this month”.

For many of us gardening is not only a form of relaxation it’s also part of our exercise regime.

I love autumn. I love the fabulous range of colours – red, orange, yellow, into brown. The leaves of the 60 different maples in our garden are scrummy, they are crunchy underfoot and brilliant in colour. They strut their stuff so freely on the boardwalk of our garden.

Deciduous, ornamental shrubs and trees are a must have to achieve this kaleidoscope of colour.

They can work in a large pot too for the smaller garden. The rays of late afternoon sun look amazing as they hit the last of the hanging leaves holding on for dear life.

Gather the leaves up and use them as mulch, your soil will love you for it and you will enjoy the results.

In my family I have three brothers and six sisters. Recently we celebrated my sister’s 60th birthday at home in Mt Somers.

We opened the curtains up to one of the sunniest days we’d had for a while, we were blessed. Thirty people, all related, over four generations laughed, chatted, ate great food, drank punch and bubbles, shared stories and tears. The garden looked a picture. Pentanque was enjoyed and memories were made.

I was pleased I had taken Dave’s advice on how much of the garden I should enjoy doing before they all came to stay. Dave is a fourth generation nurseryman and he’s my man.

His advice is to treat the home block like a golf course: “Neat and tidy around the clubrooms and the furthest away areas will forgive you for being a bit rough.”

Some would try and make the areas closest to the house immaculate, however the words immaculate and Wendy can not actually be put in the same sentence.

Anyway, there I was looking out every

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“clean” window of my home to ensure the vista was pleasant and colourful. Gee I had fun. I am a great believer in keeping entrances and pathways looking welcoming and neat.

Another reason I love autumn is to do with the foraging and nestling-in aspect of the season.

I love gathering the hazelnuts and walnuts. Last Christmas Dave gave me a walnut gatherer. It is an amazing thing. You roll it over the walnuts and it traps them inside. We have six different varieties of walnuts. My favourite is called hartley, a Californian variety.

The nut is large and the crack-out is excellent. It’s great on homemade afghan biscuits and I make a yummy santa barbara slice (walnut pie) with them. At one stage Dave and I thought we could name our children after different walnuts – Hartley, Franquette and 1199-4. The last one was a bit odd we thought. People would have thought we’d gone nuts, so we opted for more conventional names instead.

My sister loved using this new tool for gathering the crop. In my family we call it “walnuteering”.

Autumn is also the time to ensure all your spring bulbs are in – crocuses, tulips, daffodils, etc.

Enjoy these autumn days and find a nice sunny spot to enjoy a cuppa.

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HOW TO KEEP YOUR BULBS

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Di Thomas is this month’s bulb prizewinner with the following question:

Should you lift your bulbs every year or can you leave them in?

In general bulbs can be left in the ground for a number of years before it impacts on their flowering.

You can take bulbs out and dry them over the season, although there is no real advantage in doing this unless you want to move their position.

If you would like your bulbs to naturalise (spread naturally on their own) just leave them in the ground and do not disturb them.

However, with some varieties, particularly irises and lachenalias it is imperative to lift them every two to three years otherwise their flowering will reduce.

If your bulbs are growing in containers or smaller areas, it is best to lift, check and replant them every three to four years.

Simply dig up the bulbs, check their condition and

remove any that are diseased.

Divide them if need be (some may have multiplied) and plant them out again in the ground or back into containers with fresh bulb mix.

When green foliage starts to appear through the soil, feed bulbs by applying a side dressing of bulb fertiliser to promote healthy, vigorous blooms.

Once they have finished flowering, feed bulbs again to support them in bulking up their stores for next season.

At the end of the season (once the flowers have finished), the foliage begins to brown and die down.

Some people cut this foliage off too early and it is a major reason for reduced flower numbers next season.

Be sure to let the leaves brown and die down naturally to protect the plant and ensure maximum nutrients have been stored for the next season’s flowering.

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any dogs love to carry stones around in their mouths - in my experience it’s mainly Labradors or Staffordshire Bull Terriers.

These stones can then inadvertently get swallowed and if they are not small enough to pass through the gastrointestinal system can cause life threatening blockages.

Our latest victim of a “snack” of stone was a young chocolate Labrador. My last Saturday afternoon on call was spent operating on him, in which I retrieved a 3cm x 4cm stone from halfway through his small intestine!

It took him a while to recover as he hadn’t been eating properly for a good few days. The intestines deteriorate quickly if they are not “fed”, impairing their ability to heal.

Fortunately our young stone eating friend got better and better each day and a week later trotted out of the clinic

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holding his lead in his mouth much to our amusement and relief!

If your dog is a “stone eater” or likes to play with or chew stones make sure you mention this to your vet if he or she is unwell as you never know...

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Stones show up on x-ray, so if there is any suspicion your dog has an intestinal foreign body we can rule out a stone easily with an x-ray. Some signs of intestinal foreign bodies include being off food, vomiting and diarrhoea; these are also clinical signs of lots of other illnesses and often a more conservative “wait and see” approach is taken. If your pet has a tummy bug it will get better in 12 to 24 hours - if it’s not, take it back to your vet for a reassessment ASAP! Advertising feature

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