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ED’s letter Happy New Year! Have you started your new years resolutions yet? Or have you destroyed them in the first few days ? Statistics say that more than 40% of us will set a weight loss goal and 30% of us will decide to do more exercise. The other 10% will set no goals for this new year.

However more shocking is that 80% of the population will give up on their new years resolutions by 1st of February and return to their old ways.

On a brighter note as of now the nights will start to get a little bit bearable and brighter thanks to Winter Solstice that took place on 22nd December. Also we all start to plan our next big summer holiday or a small get away, if you want some top tips please read our piece from The Travel Councilors Charlie Dyson on page 20.

He has some great ideas to travel to Lisbon, Mauritius and Japan.

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The Bristol Blues Club £5.00 Per Child, PAY on the door They want us to understand and Event Date: 7th Jan (cash only). Price includes a drink respect their needs. However, it Description: Ruzz Guitar’s Blues & Biscuits. Adults - Hot drinks takes patience, consideration, Revue return to The Bristol Blues available at the centres front and a lot of observation to really Club at The Downend Tavern with desk. learn to ‘speak dog’ their blend of Blues/R’n’B and Venue: Chipping Sodbury School Venue: The George Hotel Rock’n’Roll...Free entry...

Sports Centre, Bowling Road, 63 Broad Street, BS37 6AD Venue: Downend Tavern BS37 6ES Chipping Sodbury, Chipping Sodbury 125 Downend Road, BS165 South Gloucestershire Bristol Odette Michell | Downend Folk Club Event Date: 17th Jan Description Our first concert of the new year might not quite have gone according to plan... but in Odette Michell, we have one of the fastest-rising new voices on the UK folk scene as our headliner! Tickets for the event, which takes place at Frenchay Village Hall on Friday 17th January 2020, are available from Melanie’s Kitchen,Downend or online from downendfolkclub.co.uk. For further information, please email Trading Thursdays! Free networkdownendfolkclub@live.com ing event for traders in Yate Venue: Downend Event Date: 9th Jan Description: Looking for a FREE Folk Club Frenchay Village Hall, local and regular networking event for traders? Look no further Beckspool Road, Frenchay MORE INFO Visit tradingthursdays.co.uk and follow us on Ins- BS16 1NU tagram @tradingthursdays OUR SPONSORS Venue: Thorns farm weatherspoons South Parade Yate, Bristol Mum-Dance Fishponds Event Date: 8th Jan Description: Mum-Dance, the 1980’s dance class for mum bodies makes fitness fun againou won’t notice the 4,000 average steps per class while you’re having a laugh in a packed out class full of women just like you where the camaraderie is real and the playlist is banging.

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The garden in January needs to be prepared for all sorts of weathers, and if you’ve been following our advice over the last few months, your hard work is done for now. Most plants are dormant this month as they sleep through the cold weather, but there are still a few things to do in the garden. Spring is just around the corner and work can be done to prepare for the warmth of the new season. When its not too cold, beds and boarders can be dug over and lawn edges can be repaired and re-shaped. Don’t forget to keep feeding the birds, as food is scarce for them over the winter.

Protect plants - January is known for cold frosts and bitter winds so plants will need protecting. If you haven’t already done so, ensure protective fleeces are in place on tender plants over-wintering outdoors.

Lift containers up onto pot feet – if water isn’t draining away the soil can become water logged. Wet compost can rot roots and cause pots to crack in frost.

Remove snow from tree and shrub branches by knocking with a broom. Even a small amount of snow can add a lot of weight to branches, causing them to snap.

Dig over bare ground - Run a fork through your vegetable patch or flower beds. This will help to aerate – getting air into the soil is important because plant roots need oxygen. Choose a dry day when the soil isn’t too wet. Don’t break your back breaking down large lumps of soil. Keeping them large can help air circulate and any later frosts will break them up.

Feed the birds - Natural food sources for birds are in short supply during the winter. Give them a helping hand by putting food out for them. Keep the food topped up but not full all the time – little and often is best.

Plant of the Month Helleborus Why should you plant them?

Popular because they flower in cold winter and early spring, Hellebores herald the start of the New Year bringing a touch of colour to the garden.

Commonly know as ‘Christmas Roses’ they are easy to grow and very hardy.

They produce attractive flowers and their leaves create a perfect evergreen backdrop to spring flowering bulbs.

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Plant in shady herbaceous borders and the areas between deciduous shrubs to give an early splash of colour.

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WHATS DOES JANUARY HOLD FOR YOU? January Something you have been putting aside needs to be dealt with. The sooner you do this the better things will be for you. Remember that in any situation you have a strong enough character that you will be able to deal with most things. If you have hold-ups and obstacles, check that you are not causing these yourself.

Keywords strength and endurance February Meeting people is quite prominent this month, both in social and other groups and gatherings.

If something needs to be said or sorted now is a good time to do it. It may be a time to reflect and for decisions.

Keywords. Gatherings and decisions March If you are involved in meetings at this time they may not run as smoothly as you would like If the situation feels difficult remember to keep calm. You may also feel time for spring cleaning, both on the physical, and emotional levels.

Keywords. Calm and clearing April Looks like changes are on the way for you. It may be a new venture or career. You may be feeling a bit restless at the moment., May be time to reflect on and some of the things you would like to achieve. You may find people keep wanting to give you their problems, but do not let yourself get involved in gossip or conflict.

Keywords changes and reflection.

May You may be feeling that things are being held up for you, or that your vitality levels are low. Spring is just around the corner and soon your energy and yourself will be feeling back to normal. If there is something complicated in your life at the moment, you will soon be able to unravel it and and let it go.

Don’t be too hard on yourself, remember you can achieve more than you think.

Keywords. Letting go..

June Relationships are a high point this month, as well as possible. A small refresh in the home.

If something is a bit hard going at the moment, you will find that you will have the strength and endurance to go through this with relatively plain sailing.

Keywords opportunities and relationships July This month pay attention to your intuition especially in regarding to situations with other people. You may need to step back from something and try and see it from a different perspective. In all situations this month try and keep calm and balanced.

Keywords. Intuition and balance

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August You may be at a point where a knew interest hobby or some kind of study is on your mind.

This could lead to opportunities in many directions. Just remember anything you want to achieve may involve some kind of challenges.

Keywords challenges and opportunities.

September Any obstacles that have been in your way look likely to be on their way out. You may have been feeling a bit stuck in your ways of late, this could well be about to change. It may be time to think of having a break, even if it’s just for a day or so.

Keywords change and relaxation October It may be that time of year to go through some paperwork and to change some things that you have been putting off. A good time now for clearing and getting rid of things you don’t need both physically and emotionally. Try to be aware of being sensitive to other’s needs.

Keywords: Clearing and sensitivity November This month is just the right time to start sorting other things out you have been putting off. You may feel I need to have a revamp in your home, this may also involve a clearing for yourself emotionally. Should be a chance to get rid of all those paperwork issues too.

Keywords clearing and cleansing December At this time any hold-ups you have had are going to be easing. It would be good to listen more than talk at this time.Then may be things will be of value to you. Sensitivity and flexibility is something for you to be aware of this month. keywords: Listen and sensitivity

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The following week sees Elsa, Anna and Olaf But if con artist antics are more your thing, Helen Gentlemen.

The first is a tongue-in-cheek return in the highly anticipated Frozen 2, but has Mirren Ian McKellen do well to swindle take onand Nazi Germany about a boy who’s their way the ice queen learned to ‘let it go’? through lifefriend in theislatter imaginary Hitler,movie. while the latter sees the famed gangster movie director return to the style of his early work. Either way, both films are set to delight!

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Last Christmas Just Mercy all release. Which will you be welcomes seeing? in the Christmas movie season as a romantic love story between Game of Thrones’ Emilia Clarke and A Simple Favour’s Henry The Personal History of David Copperfield Golding. has you covered on Jan 24th if Dickensian novels are more your thing, but the end of the month also offers plenty of choice with The Lighthouse, Queen and Slim, and the modern reboot of creepy horror The Grudge hitting cinema screens.

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4. The Adventure – Sri Lanka Sri Lanka was hailed as their number one country to visit in 2019 by Lonely Planet, and for a country rich in culture, varied wildlife, amazingly welcoming people and unspoilt beaches it is easy to see why.

A multi-centre adventure awaits in this diverse country – Scenic train rides to the tea plantations.

Spotting wild elephants, leopards and rare bird species in the Yala National park. Climbing the rock 1. The Country – Japan. at Sigiriya to see the ancient ruins of the Kingdom Japan has always been high on most people’s of Kassapa and a breath-taking view. Finishing travel wish list. But following the success of 2019’s your journey with some well-earned down time and Rugby World Cup and the Olympics in the summer enjoying the relaxed atmosphere on one of the of 2020 there is no better time to visit this unique stunning beaches at Tangalle or Rekawa. country of amazing hospitality, incredible scenery and fantastic food. Ride the bullet train, witness the 5. The Rail Journey – Rocky Mountaineer amazing snow monkeys and the stunning cherry Marvel at the huge, rugged peaks of the snowblossom or test yourself by climbing Mount Fuji, capped iconic Rocky Mountains in Canada as you Japan really is a country of fascinating contrasts glide along in comfort on the Rocky Mountaineer that will mesmerise any visitor. train journey. With routes travailing from Vancouver

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2. The City – Lisbon.

The Portuguese capital is one of my favourite cities in Europe. Offering narrow cobbled streets, ancient ruins, a lively nightlife with an excellent food scene and stunning panoramic views from one of its seven hilltops. Lisbon really is the perfect location for a weekend or short break. It also offers excellent value with some great hotels at a fraction of the cost of some of Europe’s other capital cities.

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Thinking of Mauritius automatically conjures up images of pristine white sand beaches, blue seas and relaxing with a cocktail in hand. However, this diverse island has a lot more to offer. Spend a couple of weeks here and as well as switching-off on the beach at one of the myriad luxury resorts or in a private villa, you can also spend time in the Black River Gorges National Park witnessing dramatic waterfalls, rare bird species and the luscious green forests of the highlands.

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to Whistler, Jasper, Lake Louise and Banff, this luxurious train journey passes through natural landscapes of picture slate grey mountains, deep green forests, and turquoise lakes.

The Rocky Mountaineer is an all-dome train, with large windows so that you can gaze in awe at the wonderful scenery, there is even an open-air vestibule so you can take in the fresh mountain air.

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Equity Release Myth Busters Here is our guide to bust some of those myths about releasing equity and provide you with some facts:

With a lifetime mortgage, the most popular method of releasing equity from your home, you will not have to sell any part of it to anyone. The lender will release the funds once a charge is secured on your home, the same as a normal residential mortgage you may have had previously, and you are entitled to carry on living in your home for the rest of your life.

“I cannot leave an inheritance for my family” False

“I will leave a debt for my loved ones if I go ahead with equity release” - False

Equity release will reduce the value of your estate it will not prevent you from leaving an inheritance for your loved ones. You can even opt for a guaranteed percentage your home value to be left to your beneficiaries.

This is not the case. Equity release plans now come with a “no negative equity guarantee”. This means you or your estate will never be asked to repay more than the value of your property, even if the amount owed is greater. We will not recommend a plan to you that does not offer such protection.

“If I release equity from my home now I will not be able to move in future” - False Equity release lenders will allow you to move your loan from one property to another. However, it should be noted that there are certain instances when it may not be possible to transfer your loan from one home to the next. The lenders have strict property criteria so you will need to check with your lender to make sure your new home can act as acceptable security.

“I will have to hand over my deeds and will not own my own home any-more” - False

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