Female Focus, December 2020

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Specsavers Ópticas stays open with safety in sight

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PECSAVERS Ópticas is reminding people to continue to look after their eye health during the latest restrictions, after one in three people noticed a deterioration in their eyesight in the first lockdown.

The opticians is reassuring the public that its doors remain open at all their stores, despite the latest measures, after being classified as an essential healthcare provider. This means customers can continue to travel to stores for appointments, in line with official government guidelines.

Store director of Specsavers Ópticas in Jávea and Calpe, Louise Stone, says: ‘We want to reassure customers that it is absolutely safe to book an appointment or come in as scheduled as we have all the necessary safety measures in place.

We have adapted our ways of working so we can remain open to serve the public’s eye health needs and every store is adhering to strict government guidelines to ensure customers and colleagues remain safe at all times.

‘As providers of an essential health service, we have played a key role in looking after people’s eye health throughout the pandemic and we’re pleased that we can continue to do so, while also playing our part in relieving some of the strain on the health service.’

Specsavers’ wide range of services include:

• Eye tests using state-of-the-art technology

• Contact lens consultations

• New glasses and frame repairs

To make sure customers can enjoy a safe visit, Specsavers Ópticas have introduced a series of hygiene and personal protection measures in store. This includes restrictions on the number of customers allowed in the store at any one time, and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in line with government and industry guidelines. In addition, all testing equipment and frames are thoroughly sanitised before and after handling, there are hand sanitiser stations in store, and social distancing rules are followed.

There are Specsavers Ópticas stores in Jávea, Calpe, Benidorm, Torrevieja, Guardamar and La Zenia on the Costa Blanca. To find out more or book your next appointment visit www.specsavers.es

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Last year we were on the beach in La Zenia celebrating Christmas with crowds of people and making plans for the year ahead.

Although this year's celebrations will be different, it is still a time to look forward to the year ahead, which we hope will be a better one for us all.

Thank you to all our loyal advertisers, readers and contributors, who together have helped to make this year the best we could.

Please support our local businesses over Christmas and also, if possible, the charities, who are doing their best to help those less fortunate at this difficult time.

Congratulations to Jacqueline Gage who won last month's competition after spotting the Curry On Cooking logo. For your chance to win a selection of Curry Kits this month, see inside for full details.

Congratulations to Arilda Peacock of Jávea, winner of last month's Pure Organic CBD competition. This month you could win one Free Bottle of 10% Full Spectrum CBD oil or one Free Bottle of 6% Pet CBD. See inside for more esley L details. Good luck.

Pick up your next issue on 5 January Deadlines: Editorial & Advertising - 12 noon - 16 December.

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hose that know Altea Golf Club truly love the unique and challenging nature of the course. It may only have 9 holes, but with 2 distinct tees per hole, it really does play like an 18 hole course. Of course, the great advantage of a 9 hole course is that if you only have a certain amount of time, you can still play a full round on a challenging and enjoyable course.

It’s often called ‘the hidden gem’ because (a) it's amazing how many golfers are yet to discover it and (b) it is literally hidden between the southern slopes of the Sierra Bernia and the village of Altea La Vella. People always comment on its beauty and tranquillity when they come for the first time.

This is just one aspect that makes the club unique.

We have a wonderful bar and terrace where all members of the public are welcome to enjoy a glass of wine or beer, in absolutely stunning surroundings. Restaurante Jacaranda offers fine dining with the options of several Indian dishes courtesy of Sidhu, the manager, who is passionate about all food, but being Indian, you can be assured of authentic Indian dishes. We also have a thriving fitness centre and petanca court.

Membership is made up of golfers from many nationalities giving a friendly, vibrant international feel. Annual membership is just 1350€ making it an ideal Christmas Gift. Membership gives you unlimited access to the course plus of course “member rates” in the Restaurant and Pro-Shop.

If you wish to know more about membership, email Miguel Marín, the club manager, on gerencia@alteagolfclub.com. (Please quote ref FF1220) Come and take a look and you’ll not look back. Altea Golf Club is simply stunning, challenging and well worth a visit.

We look forward to welcoming you.

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CROSSWORD By the PA puzzles team

Across 1. Disastrous (4) 3. Thrifty (8) 8. Elevate (4) 9. Trade (8) 11. Elegance (12) 13. Game (6) 14. Flowery (6) 17. Resisting (12) 20. Flood (8) 21. Prima donna (4) 22. Reveal (8) 23. Elderly (4)

Down 1. Representative (8) 2. Chorus (7) 4. Winter flower (6) 5. Unclaimed territory (2,4,4) 6. Brands (5) 7. Cook (4) 10. Charming (10) 12. Laggard (8) 15. Fence (7) 16. Condescends (6) 18. Thoughts (5) 19. Temper (4)

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A Involved B Genuine C Without fear

A New Zealand shrub B Bleaching vat C Stake-fence

A University reader B Liberty granted C Church reading desk

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The word may sound familiar, but do you know what it means?

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Walk Your Way Well

by Niamh O'Sheehan

I’m not sure that the expression “time flies when you’re having fun” really applies when we reflect on 2020.

But, even with so much to contend with, this year quite suddenly seems to be flying by and I wonder if I’m ready to admit that my age is starting to affect my perception of time? This is a well documented phenomena and turns out it’s not simply our maturing imaginations!

And so, as Christmas approaches (yes, it’s perfectly acceptable to mention the C word now that we’ve hit December) it’s time to figure out ways to make this year's festivities deservedly and particularly special after a somewhat grim but bizarrely rewarding year. Now, I don’t know about you, but trivial or extravagant presents seem inappropriate this year. I’m feeling I need to put some extra thought into my gifting for Christmas 2020. I feel I really need to try to give my loved ones an offering that truly reflects that I care deeply about them. And, more importantly, reminds them to care about themselves. No mean feat for me, what with trying to fathom inspiring ideas for three digitally addicted kids and a workaholic husband! But, let’s start with the idea of SHOPPING LOCAL. It has been, without doubt, one of the most complicated and intense years in our living history, for smaller and family run businesses. So, why not make an impact on our community economy by purchasing gift vouchers for our family and friends?

Most hair & beauty salons, fitness class instructors, restaurants, boutiques and many others will be delighted to print you a gift voucher to the value you can afford. Just flick through the pages of this Female Focus magazine and you can be rest assured all these businesses will be more than grateful for your support. If you are considering the “person who has everything” then maybe you could book the services of a cleaner or handy-person for an afternoon to help around the house? Furthermore, there are a myriad of talented local musicians, photographers, sculptors, painters and all manner of artists whose work has dried up and they are facing destitution as our governments have failed to properly support the arts during this crisis. Booking a portrait sitting, music or painting class, photo shoot or commissioning a piece could be what literally saves their family this Christmas.

And what of walking I hear you say? Doesn’t Niamh usually harp on about the virtues of walking? Yes, she certainly does. I cannot express enough the absolute positivity that a decent walk will bring to you and your family this Christmas. A gift doesn’t always need to come wrapped in shiny foil and ribbons. What about the gift of an experience? Start small by including a family walk together on Christmas morning or think big by booking a walking weekend away in one of the many historic hostels in our hills that are crying out to once again hear the clickedy-clack of your walking poles.

On a serious note, if you are alone this Christmas and feeling lonely try your best to get out into the fresh air and breathe in your surroundings to remind yourself of the beauty that accompanies us every step of the way on our life journey. If loneliness is affecting you badly please reach out to a friend or local walking group or please just drop me a line; I’m always happy to walk ‘n talk! Let’s be there for one another this Christmas more than ever before.

If you’re still stuck for gift ideas here’s a typical walkers wish list (hint hint darling children!) and you can purchase all these in local small high street and back street shops: Walking sticks 15€+, walking socks 5€+, walking high visibility vest 5€+, head-lamp 5€+, rucksack 20€+, water bottle 5€+, beanie cap with LED 10€+, Fitbit or step-counter 30€+, footcream & suncream 5€+, walking belt 10€+, walking boots 30€+ neck warmer & buff 10€+, compass 5€+, walking pants 10€+, pen knife 20€+, rain jacket 20€+...

I’m hoping my wish list might help inspire you to pick up something useful and thoughtful to motivate someone to start or continue the journey to Walk their Way Well. And, on that note, I would like to sincerely thank anyone and everyone who has taken the time to read my ramblings in 2020. I thank the Female Focus for their continued community support and for giving me the opportunity to contribute my little piece every month. Above all else, I thank my family and friends for getting each other through the brutality of 2020.

We may not have it all together; but together we have it all. Walk your Christmas Well!

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So much to look forward to in 2021 ith just a few days until 2020 is over, many of us are looking forward to 2021 and hoping and praying that things will be better when the New Year comes, and that as the New Year progresses, instead of focusing on the bad, we can once again embrace and build on all the good in the world.

So let's stay positive in life, and always be optimistic about our future. Here's our list of 21 things to hope for in the coming year; 21 The Covid vaccine works and is available for everyone.

20 The world becomes Covid Free, or at the very least Covid Controlled.

19 Reunion with our Family, Friends and Loved Ones.

18 We can remove the Facemasks and enjoy being able to see everyone's features again.

17 We can freely give handshakes, hugs and kisses again.

16 We can again enjoy Parties and Get Togethers with our groups of friends.

15 The reopening of Small to Big businesses impacted by the Pandemic.

14 Lost jobs are back, and a fast increase in re-employment.

13 Sporting events can resume, like the Road Races where we provide Ambulance cover.

12 We can go travelling again and broaden our minds.

11 Economies of all countries around the world move back into growth.

10 More effective, compassionate and humble global and country leaders.

9 All sorts of Entertainment are back, such as the Fiestas & Concerts where our Paramedics and Ambulances give protection.

8 Students can go back to school without restrictions and play again as children should.

7 We can go to the beach and sit where we want.

6 More treatment of others with love, compassion, empathy and understanding.

5 Enjoy Nature more, and give real thought and importance to our planet.

4 Remember the vital work done by our frontline workers and begin to give them the importance they deserve.

3 Return to our offices and support the local businesses around them, but maybe still work from home more often to enjoy the benefits home working brings.

2 Remember this time, this period of history, and work together to ensure it never happens again.

1 Lastly, but most importantly, our faith in Humanity gets stronger than ever.

We hope you have liked reading our wishlist, sometimes having a list to look forward to in life is a great thing to do for us to be excited for the future. A Very Happy Christmas and New Year to all of our Members, and to Everyone.

For just 55€ a year Membership of the Asociacion Amigos Europeos will give you private emergency ambulance cover for you and your whole family for the whole year. This includes cover whether you are at home, or out and about. Call and speak with Laure Bolufer (Registration Manager) 10am to 1pm every weekday. She speaks perfect English and together you and she will discuss and record the quickest and most direct route to your house. We cover most of Costa Blanca North, including the Inland towns. ● ASOCIACION AMIGOS EUROPEOS DE JAVEA. Avenida Juan Carlos 1, No 69, 03730 Jávea. Telephone 96 579 6099 (24hr).

Email: amigos_europeos@yahoo.es

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NON SURGICAL FACELIFT, EYE LIFT AND NOSE JOBS At Zen we use resorbable APTOS threads with hyaluronic acid to carry out mini non surgical facelifts and nose jobs.

They tense the skin, eliminating folds and wrinkles, encourage collagen production in the tissues where they are placed so producing a natural, lifted appearance. Aptos threads are the very latest generation of threads with a unique patented technology.

They are so effective that they can be used for nose jobs, eye lifts and lower face lifting, all without need for surgery, open wounds, stitches or general anaesthetic.

Either one of the procedures can be performed in less than one hour and the effects last up to 2 years or more.

The photos show work carried out at Zen Smile Spa. For more information visit www.spajavea.es or call us on 96 579 38 10.

Wet wipes, condoms, sanitary products, nappies and cotton buds do not belong down the toilet

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Well winter is here and Christmas is just around the corner, so let me wish you all a very Happy Christmas.

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e are fortunate that Jávea and the surrounding areas have been some of the least affected areas for the COVID 19 virus and it seems that the virus is weakening in strength compared with last March.

The Clinica El Arenal and Dr. Poole are now fully operational after the pandemic lockdown.

Our cosmetic surgery is still available for those who wish to improve their appearance at affordable prices.

Here is a reminder of what we can offer:- Eyelid adjustment surgery and crow’s feet removal.

- Ear pinning to adjust and streamline your features.

- Facelift that returns a more youthful appearance and takes back the years.

- Bat wings to take care of those sagging under arm lines.

- Tummy tuck to readjust that sagging tummy and return a slim attractive waistline.

Those are just a few examples of what we can offer with confidence at an affordable price.

Your first consultation is entirely free with absolutely no obligation. A friendly chat about what you would like to consider is our pleasure to offer.

Winter is one of the best times to consider cosmetic surgery so that you are looking your best ready for the spring and summer with a new youthful look.

Call today for your first free cosmetic assessment, all without charge.

General family GP service also available. ● Clinica El Arenal, Av Arenal 2, Jávea. Telephone: 966 166 733 or Email clinicaarenal@gmail.com

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A great new service for expats who can’t see their doctor and have translation problems when seen.

New English speaking medical clinics have recently been launched by Dr Margo Livingston, Doctor of Immunology and Advanced Nurse Practitioner (Masters degree) with her business partner Helena Davidson. This pair recognised the urgent need that many expats currently have during the pandemic with COVID-19, that they can’t easily get doctor’s appointments and also have difficulty understanding the conversation with a doctor during a telephone interview, if they don’t speak Spanish. Many people need basic medical care and follow up for illnesses unrelated to corona virus but these needs are sadly not being met due to the clamp down in services and focus on COVID-19.

This exciting new professional service will help those needing a medical check up, treatment for minor illnesses, routine blood check ups, weight management, nutrition advice, medication review and COVID-19 testing for both current and prior infection. As a Doctor of Immunology, Margo can also help explain more about COVID-19 testing and supply valuable scientific information about this pandemic in terms of viral spread, symptoms, recovery from illness and address some of the myths which have been frightening people during this year. Dr Margo is also a psychotherapist with experience in anxiety, depression and addiction. She is also a major advocate of natural healing methods like Qi Gong and Body Sculpting for anti-ageing.

The clinics are being held in Karen Gardener’s well-respected clinic - the Clinica Dental, La Plaza, in Jávea as well as in central Gandia and Villalonga for those in these predominantly Spanish areas. Both Margo and Helena look forward to serving many expats who need medical help and expertise, guide them, direct them for specialist referral if required and simply help allay the fears of those with problems unrelated to COVID-19.

Services

• Private consultation to assess patient issues and form a provisional diagnosis. This includes: • History taking, drug reconciliation, physical examination as appropriate, tests as appropriate.

• Specialist referral system as indicated.

• Blood analysis, results from same day, depending on tests required.

• COVID testing.

• Specialist immunology advice, including COVID-19, autoimmunity, boosting the immune system, understanding the disease process and how our bodies heal.

Lifestyle Services

• Natural healing methods discussed if indicated.

• Dietary advice.

• Weight Management.

• Psychotherapy.

Tests

• Routine blood samples for analysis, including comprehensive new allergy testing for stomach, liver and kidney systems.

• COVID-19 tests for both current disease and past disease – new antigen test to replace old PCR test, much cheaper and more accurate results.

• Urinalysis to test for infection, ketosis, blood in urine or other abnormalities.

• Blood sugar analysis for diabetes or pre-diabetes.

• Blood pressure check, heart, lungs and other body systems checked for abnormalities. www.DrMargoLivingston.com - For appointments call Helena on 711 058 450  Article supplied by Karen Gardner at Clinica dental la Plaza, Jávea. Telephone: 96 646 1120.

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Come to CLINICA BRITANNIA and Visit our New Specialised Team of Dental Professionals who adhere to a STRICT ANTI-COVID AND INFECTION PROTOCOL. • Quick professional solution to any type of dental issue.

• Friendly, English speaking staff available 24h/7 days.

• Easy access and parking directly outside on dual carriage way in Calpe (opposite side to McDonalds).

• Pain and stress free procedures.

• New state-of the art technology.

• Excellent quality/price ratio.

• Attention to both functionality and aesthetics.

• Specialists in correction of previous "cheap" shoddy workmanship.

Why wait, just give us a call now to make your appointment with one of our Dental Team for your free consultation. We are here at your service and always happy to help.

● Clinica Britannia, Ejércitos Españoles 16, 1st Floor, Calpe.

Tel 965 837 553 or 607 255 755 24 hours a day - 365 days a year.

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"Amongst the 30,000 people I stood out. But I didn't want to stand out. In fact, completely the opposite, I wanted to fit in..."

Interview with Mr Paul Bradley by Female Focus magazine

Imagine being 6'1'' tall, 19 stone, having a large body frame, a 21" neck, and being totally bald. This was Paul Bradley standing in the crowd at the Bon Jovi concert at the O2 Arena in London in 2010. His friend, who was running late from work, was trying to locate him in the crowd to join him, and succeeded. Yes, amongst the 30,000 people, Paul's large completely bald head was a bright shiny beacon, and a location giveaway.

But, for Paul, rather than it being a good thing, having a bald scalp (think Kojak / Telly Savalas) felt embarrassing and self-conscious.

Not so much that he would always wear a hat, or contemplate wearing a wig, but Paul was constantly looking for a solution; he always wanted to have a hairline, and to have a softer look.

Fast forward 10 years to today, and Paul is completely at ease with himself, happy to mingle, and no longer feels at all self-conscious.

And he has achieved the softer look that he so desired, and he feels much more socially accepted. The difference? Three words: Scalp Micro Pigmentation.

Scalp Micro Pigmentation (SMP) is the perfect solution for Receding Hairlines, Male Pattern Baldness, Alopecia, Scars or Thinning Hair, and it can help the ladies too. It offers a permanent look, is very low maintenance, affordable and gives an instant solution. The only upkeep required afterwards is to keep the skin on your scalp in good condition, shaving regularly and expecting little top-up treatments every 18 months to 2 years.

"Thanks to Daz, from the very first session I looked in the mirror and no longer saw the reflection of a bald man. Instead, I felt more confident, I became happier to go out, and in a very judgmental world I felt so much better about myself, and still to this day, in a room of people the only person who knows that I have had something done is me" says Paul. "And I highly recommend Daz Day who has years and years of experience".

Since beginning in the SMP industry in 2013, Daz Day has worked at clinics at Harley Street in London, Birmingham, Manchester, Houston Texas USA and is now opening in Denia. So far Daz has treated over 3,500 happy clients and you, too, can get the appearance of a fuller shaven head of hair, and get your hairline back instantly from just the first session. You will feel and look younger, more confident and more self-assured each time you have a treatment.

Photo 1 - Daz Day (L) with Paul (R) Photo 2 - Paul had the treatment in time for his wedding.

â—? For more information about SMP please see www.scalpmastery.com or call Daz on (0034) 628 101 711 or landline (0034) 966 670 500.

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Now available at MiMis Kru… Beyond Natural – the weDO/Professional range from Coty (Wella)

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imis Kru are delighted to be stocking the brand new range of 100% recyclable products for hair (and skin!) certified by the Vegan Society and Cruelty Free International.

Each product has been designed with scientists from professional hair care labs to deliver professional performance with a minimalist approach, keeping only what is necessary to deliver the benefits. No sulphates, no silicones, no artificial dyes.

A vegan product, Cruelty Free International approved, dermatologically tested, with 95% natural origin ingredients. It’s time we took care of ourselves and the planet. weDo/ was created by a small group of enthusiastic individuals within Coty who have a common passion for sustainability. These tenacious beings came together to act and push for positive change within the company by challenging traditional processes. Through their determination, the team have become the eco warriors among their peers and have created the first unofficial 'Eco Lab' of Coty Professional Beauty.

Beyond the idea of “natural”, we wanted the brand to be as responsible and holistic as possible. We strived to achieve this by not only looking at the composition and quality of ingredients but also by looking at packaging sustainability, animal welfare, and overall human impact. This is what we mean by eco-ethical.

Great news for us at Mimis Kru, the weDo/Professional team developed two new technologies which are particularly efficient in conditioning hair.

The first is a sulphate-free cleansing technology that makes shampoos particularly gentle, with a low level of natural origin surfactants, it leaves the scalp at an optimal pH. The second, a silicone-free coating technology found in weDo/Professional conditioners and masks, formulated with olive oil derivatives that act as natural-origin conditioning agents, to naturally envelop the hair fibre.

Included in the range are some salon hair treatments which are prepared with apple vinegar and brown sugar. Mimis Kru are delighted to be offering these for a special price of only 15€. ● MimsKru, Local 12, Edificio Caribe, Av del Pla 129, Jávea. Tel 96 579 3584. www.mimiskruhairandbeauty.com Facebook Mimiskru. See our advert on the Horoscopes page.

SUDOKU Here are four Sudoku puzzles of different skill levels for you to try.

It is not a maths game at all - it is a pure logic game.

Fill in the grid so that every r o w, e v e r y c o l u m n a n d e v e r y 3 x 3 grid contains the digits 1 through to 9 with no repeats, which means that no number is repeated in any row, column or box.

Answers to puzzles in the classified pages

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Pan Roasted Brussels Sprouts Sabzi

Give Christmas dinner an Indian twist with this spicy South Indian recipe for the much maligned Brussels sprouts! This also makes a great Boxing Day curry.

The Brussels are pan fried with tempered spices which give an amazing flavour to the old boring sprout. The trick here is not to overcook the sprouts, to keep them al dente. It’s the over cooking which imparts that sharp bitter taste that so many of us associate with them!

Trimming the roots and cutting in half reduces the bitterness too.

Ingredients 1 tsp turmeric 200g Brussels sprouts 1 tsp ground black pepper 3 tbsp rapeseed/veg oil 1 tsp salt 5-7 curry leaves (optional) 1 tsp garam masala 2 garlic cloves finely chopped 2 chopped chillies (optional) 1 tsp mustard seeds 2 tbsp sesame seeds (optional) 1 tsp cumin Chopped fresh coriander to garnish (optional) TIME: 30 minutes - SERVES: 4 as a side - TOP TIP: A Curry On Cooking spice kit can be used to replace the spices.

Recipe - Prep the veg by washing and drying; remove a layer of outer leaves. Trim the roots and cut in to quarters.

- In a large saucepan or wok heat the oil to a medium heat; once hot, add the cumin seeds and mustard seeds, cook until they start to crack, pop and turn a golden colour. If using the curry leaves add along with the garlic.

- Add the spices; turmeric, pepper, salt, garam masala and chopped chillies cook for 1 minute.

- Toss the Brussels sprouts in to the pan, mix well. Stirring a couple of times cook for about 5-8 minutes or until the edges start to go brown.

- Add 5-6 tablespoons of water; stirring occasionally, cover and cook for 8-10 minutes, to prevent them catching add more water if required. Cook until the spouts are tender but still al dente - Once cooked check seasoning. Sprinkle and mix the sesame seeds, garnish with coriander and serve.

Looking for Christmas stocking filler, hamper or a gift with a difference? How about sending an Indian Afternoon Tea and Treats Hamper to loved ones in the UK? Check out Curry On Cooking’s website, full of currylicious gift ideas from curry kits, Indian stacking lunch boxes, and spice tins to chapatti making kits! Or how about an online tailored cookery lesson?

Drop the Spice Sisters an email at keepcalm@curryoncooking.com ● Recipe supplied by The Spices Sisters from Curry On Cooking. Don’t forget to

like them on Facebook 'Curry On Cooking'. You can purchase their currylicious kits from www.curryoncooking.com.

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CHUMS donation

Javea U3A’s early Christmas gift for needy children

Recently we went shopping with Rita and Ana from La Nucia Food Bank. We spent just over 600€ on food and nappies to help provide for the less fortunate people on the food bank list.

We are a small registered charity based in Benidorm and Albir and we raise money by organizing coffee with raffles at lunches and coffee mornings.We have been working for 6 years and have raised almost 25,000€ to date with the help of our wonderful generous members.

If you would like more information please ring Marilyn on 965 864 394.

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ávea U3A has given an early Christmas present of €500 to disadvantaged youngsters in the area.

The money is part of the funds raised by members for the association’s nominated charity of the year, Make A Smile.

The U3A’s executive committee, led by President Mick Cox, decided to make the donation now to help the charity, which has been struggling financially during the coronavirus pandemic. The donation comes in lieu of the U3A’s usual presentation to its nominated charity at its February general meeting.

Although U3A group activities have been suspended during the Covid-19 crisis and the usual fundraising events have had not been held, many members have been donating money to the charity fund.

Make A Smile organisers were delighted and expressed their appreciation in a message to the U3A committee and members.

They thanked the association for their generosity adding that the money would be put towards vouchers for the children over the Christmas period.

The explained: “Over the last couple of months, we have been focusing on the educational needs of the children due to having to study from home and lack of extracurricular activities. Now, with Christmas coming up, this is our next concern.”

For more information on Jávea U3A, visit the website www.u3ajavea.com

U3A MARINA BAIXA SUNDAY STROLLERS Recently 18 members of the Maria Baixa U3A Sunday Strollers Group, enjoyed a two and a half hour stroll along the Altea Sea Front Promenade and back, starting at the Altea Sports Centre area, which included refreshments taken in various cafés along the way.

Their AGM is due to take place at the Casa del Cultura on Monday 25 January, subject to any changes to the rules and regulations relating to Covid 19.

If you have not heard of this Association and would like to join them, you can be assured of a very warm welcome. Please visit the website www.u3amarinabaixa.com to find out more information there is also a Facebook page. If you do not have internet access please contact their secretary Joan Flint on 966 808 591 or mobile 663 637 167 for more information.

WORD SPIRAL

BY PA PUZZLES TEAM

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Starting from 1, fill in the grid in a clockwise direction with four-letter words. The last letter of each word becomes the first letter of the next word.

If you have correctly filled in the grid there should be a seven-letter key word reading across from 8.

WORDSPIRAL 1 - CLUES

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1. Housetop 2. Clenched hand 3. Mexican snack 4. Egg-shaped 5. Burden 6.

Arab sailing vessel 7. Lash 8. Fossil fuel 9. Golf pegs 10. Badger’s burrow 11. Cash register 12. Young sheep 13. Surety 14. Breathing organ 15. Flying insect 16. No longer wild Key word clue: Allspice

WORDSPIRAL 2 - CLUES 1. Make beer 2. Desire 3. Dense layer of grass 4. Amphibian 5. Snatch 6.

Bee sound 7. Metallic element 8. Tranquil 9. Fix 10. Unable to hear 11.

Sham 12. Viewing organs 13. Box, in training 14. Hurry 15. Raised area of land 16. Nobleman Key word clue: Place in Wales

Answers to puzzles in the classified pages

Season's Greetings from the Female Focus Publications team

Alicante based ex-pat’s travel book soars to top of charts

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STOCKING FILLERS Perfect gifts from a local authors

Making that lifechanging move to live overseas has become that little bit easier with the publication of a chart-topping new guide.

Few know the pitfalls that await in sun-kissed foreign lands more than former diplomat and seasoned ex-pat Lynda Brettle.

Now the mother-of-two, who has lived in Spain since 2003, has pulled all of her knowledge and experience together for a fascinating new book.

Brains at the Border has already reached number one in Amazon’s Travel Writing chart, as well as attracting a string of five-star reviews.

Lynda said: “Living abroad is not the same as a holiday.

“Moving overseas for the first time, especially under your own steam, can be like getting behind the wheel of a car without any driving lessons and heading straight into the M4 traffic.

“Brains at the Border provides the guidance and support needed to avoid disaster.”

Lynda worked as a diplomat for the Foreign and Commonwealth Office for many years before settling in Spain.

Since launching her own consultancy services for prospective ex-pats, she has seen first-hand the problems that can blight that dream move.

In Brains at the Border she recalls many of her own overseas experiences on paradise islands and in war zones, as well as providing valuable tips for overcoming the language, legal and bureaucracy hurdles that often await immigrants.

Lynda added: “Brains at the Border features my own thrilling, funny and dramatic experiences living and working all over the world with the FCO. “There are also the experiences, good and bad, of others, especially those setting up on their own in Spain – and the range of issues for anyone to consider when moving abroad.”

As well as running her successful ex-pat mentoring service, Lynda volunteers as President of the charity Samaritans in Spain.

Since the release of Brains at the Border it has received a string of entirely five-star reviews from delighted readers.

Lynda’s new guide has been described as a ‘life lesson’, ‘helpful’ and ‘a great insight into relationship survival’.

Following the success of Brains at the Border, Lynda is writing further books.

For more details, visit Amazon and search for Lynda Brettle, where the paperback and Kindle formats of Brains at the Border are both available from all marketplaces including Amazon.co.uk

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Jacqueline Carpenter took early retirement to Spain three and half years and decided to write a book. Her first novel LOUISA was published last year and her second novel JOAN has just been published, both have received fantastic reviews.

LOUISA Louisa is fifteen and living a contented life with her family in Bermondsey, London. The year is 1937, there is unrest in Europe and World War Two is looming. Join Louisa, her lovable family and quirky friends for a decade in their lives as they encounter love, happiness, sorrow, deceit, strength and human kindness.

JOAN A heartwarming tale of family life set in England during the 1950s. World War Two is over and Great Britain in celebrating.

Louisa, a pretty war widow, has remarried and taken her two sons from their home in Bermondsey, London to live with her new husband, Mark in Biddenden, a beautiful farming village deep in the Weald of Kent. Will they all live happily ever after? Join Louisa, her lovable family and quirky friends for a decade in their lives as they encounter strength, love, happiness, sorrow, deceit and human kindness. JOAN is the sequel to LOUISA and the second in a trilogy.

Both LOUISA and JOAN are available on Amazon and Kindle.

These colourful gift toppers add the wow factor to humble brown paper packages.

Honeycomb Ornaments: Cut 4cm and 6cm half circles from honeycomb paper. Glue one side of folded half circle to package; unfold and glue other side of sphere to box. Use a silver paint pen to draw ornament hangers.

Paper Straw Christmas Tree: Use a pencil to draw a triangle on the top of package. Cut paper straws in graduated lengths to fit horizontally within triangle. Adhere with glue. Cut two 2cm pieces of straw and glue vertically at base to form a trunk. Weave a piece of string down the length of tree, adhering with dots of glue along the way. Glue small buttons along length of string.

Yarn Pom-Pom: Twirl wool around four fingers 50 times. Cut off the excess wool and slide the loop off your fingers, making sure that it doesn't unravel. Tie tightly at middle with wool. Use scissors to cut loops and fluff out with fingers. Wrap the present with coordinating wool, using ends to tie on the pom-pom.

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HELP! (I Need Somebody) HELP! (Not Just Anybody) HELP! (I Need Someone To Help) Living as an expat here in Spain is truly wonderful - until things go wrong! Maybe the boiler isn’t working, you need some legal advice, if you’re in business you need some urgent printing, your car insurance quote is too much. The answer is to find a professional, trustworthy, and legal business or tradesman (tradesperson!) to get your things fixed.

The question is: who to turn to that you can trust?

The Costa Blanca Business Association (CBBA) put simply is a business networking and referrrals organisation. The CBBA currently comprises more than 20 members covering a wide range of goods and services, supplying businesses and people living here in the Costa Blanca. It was set up approximately 10 years ago and has become a trusted and established source of businesses you can turn to and trust.

Businesses You Can Trust It’s often said for every legit tradesman there are twice as many running around in beaten up white vans, some still on foreign plates, doing everything cash, totally uninsured if they break something, and not available if the job isn’t done properly.

We can’t say how true that is, but we can say, when you use a member of the CBBA, you can be assured that they are operating legally, and will stand by their work. All our members are ‘vetted’ to ensure they’re ‘in the system’ and paying taxes. In short, a CBBA member is trustworthy, professional and honest. And if things go really wrong, then we can exert pressure to make sure issues are sorted properly. So if you have any job, no matter how small or large, there’s a strong likelihood that one of our members can help!

Vist www.cbba.es to find a full list and contact details of our members.

IN BUSINESS? JOIN US! If you’re in business and would like to be considered to joining the region’s most successful referral network group, why not contact us to find out how you can enhance your business!

Members meet every 2 weeks at Restaurante Los Arcos, N332, Pedreguer. If you would like to come along as a visitor (businesses only), email info@cbba.es visit www.cbba or call +34 634 36 60 83.

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Spot the 12 differences (answers in the classified pages)

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KIMBO, male, Alsatian mix, DOB 15.2015 – 61cm. Kimbo is eager to learn and to please.

He needs a big and well fenced garden. Full of energy he is only suitable for active people and he would not mind living with other dogs. Please call 618 754 635 or visit www.apasa.eu.

Vince is a gentle soul, a cheeky chap who needs a calm home. He dreams of having his own family to look after as he has so much love to give.

He is vaccinated, chipped, castrated and has a passport so he could travel. He is not a fan of male dogs nor cats. Email akirashelter@aol.com or call 657 689 567. Visit him at the shelter.

Tanamera is a small animal rescue, located in Valencia, Spain, privately run by volunteers who rescue, rehome and rehabilitate ex hunting dogs. For more information email: stichtingtanamera@gmail.com or find them on Facebook (Tanamera Rescue) We have many cats and kittens available for adoption. Shelter open every Sunday 10am 12pm or call Luisa 648 100 629.

Denia Cat Protection League – Aldea Felina http://www.aldeafelina.es

1 “You say the train arrived some time between three and four o’clock yesterday afternoon,” said Sandy. “Can’t you give the exact time?”

Oscar shook his head. “Maybe I could figure it out,” he replied. “I happened to be looking at the clock at that moment, and I do remember noticing the minute hand was just seven minute marks ahead of the hour hand.” What was the time?

2 “I never knew you were such a music fan!” exclaimed Claire, looking down at the CDs on Holly’s desk. “You must have three or four hundred there.”

Holly picked up a Bee Gees album with a smile. “Not quite that number, but putting them into sets is a problem,” she told Clare.

“For all in eights I’m one CD short, and the same for fives. But for sevens I’m one too many.” How many CDs? 3 Florencia had her cheque book out. “How much was it?” she asked.

“I told you this morning and yesterday

We have 6 Podencos at Aprop looking for homes and we more information on each them on our Facebook page, Friends of Aprop or contact apropego@gmail.com or call 654 616 043. If it is not a podenco you are looking for then let us know, we have many dogs looking for their forever homes.

Calling all clubs and charities - let us know about your forthcoming events and animals for adoption. See page 4 for contact details.

too,” replied Alberto. “So this time you can work it out yourself. The total in pence is just seven times what you get if you add the number of pence to the number of pounds.”

How much?

4 “What did you pay for the oranges?” asked Isla. “I saw Dellers had them like these at only 3 for 19 pence.” Jan smiled.

“That’s what I got, and also those others at 4 for 31 pence,” he told her. “Just £1.50 the lot.”

How many at each price?

5 When Bobby was half as old as Robbie was when Bobby was a year older than Robbie was when Bobby was half as old as Robbie is now, Robbie was a third as old as Bobby was when Robbie was half as old as Bobby is.

They are both in their fifties, and we have of course taken ages in complete years.

What are their ages?

6 If five times nine is 113, Say “one one three” in words you see, Then what’s the score For twelve plus four?

Just figure out what that will be.

FOUR Ws 1 WHO… played Donny in The Big Lebowski?

WHAT… sport is Jonathon Power a former world champion of?

WHERE… in the human body is the medulla oblongata?

WHEN… did women get to vote on the same terms as men in the UK? 2 WHO… won the 2015 Rugby World Cup? WHAT… is measured on the Mohs scale?

WHERE… is ‘Area 51’?

WHEN… did BBC2 begin broadcasting?

FOUR Ws ANSWERS

IMPOSSIPUZZLES

This is Storm (white) and Fire. They are a month old, are now eating alone but desperately need a forever home.

If you are interested in them please call 685 524 049. Benidorm Animal Shelter (Protectora de Animales y Plantas Benidorm).

1:Steve Buscemi; Squash; The brain; 1928.

2: New Zealand; Mineral hardness; Nevada, US; 1964.

Beautiful affectionate, fun loving Peggy enjoys playing football. She is a threelegged dog, This does not hamper her in any way. She’d love a forever home.

Please call 650 304 746 or email p.e.p.a.animalcharity@gmail.com

Meet Our Horses! Join us on Thursday evenings and Sunday mornings at APAC Rescue Horses to see the horses and help support us. Everyone Welcome. For more information email apacprotectora@gmail.com, visit www.apac-cv.com or Facebook: Apac Rescue Horses.

IMPOSSIPUZZLES ANSWERS 1: Time. 3:24pm. 2: 239 CDs. 3: The amount was £6.93. 4: 9 oranges at 3 for 19p, 12 at 4 for 31p. 5: Bobby 56 years old, Robbie 54. 6: 24 (in base-6 notation).

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our ARIES You are in a 'finish first or you finish last' kind of mood. Make a plan and make a date to have reached it. Making yourself a promise to buy yourself something you have wanted if you meet your deadline, will really give you the incentive to achieve it.

TAURUS Acting quickly will only lead to mistakes and regret.

Slow down and you will achieve so much more.

Open your mind to new experiences, take up that new hobby or find out more about your favourite subject.

GEMINI Optimism is your default and this is rubbing off on those around you as they too look at things in a more positive light. It has been tough but better days are ahead.

CANCER A valuable lesson will leave a lasting effect on you and the way you handle things from now on. Some pampering and downtime are just what is needed right now to recharge for the coming year.

LEO At last you can let go of a secret which you have been dying to share. With so much joy around you cannot help but get swept up in the celebrations even if you are not completely feeling it at the moment.

VIRGO There are exciting times ahead and in order to move forward you must face your past once and for all and leave it there. It has been holding you back for too long. Enjoying some time with family and friends will be the tonic that is needed to prepare you for the new year.

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oroscope LIBRA Don't make any spur of the moment decisions as you are bound to regret them later on. Make sure that you get some quality time this month as next year is going to be focused more on career moves than yourself. Don't forget though that family need your time too.

SCORPIO You have been chasing a goal for a long time and now it seems to be obtainable and within your reach. Don't rush things, you have waited long enough for this to come to fruition.

SAGITTARIUS You have so many things half finished that you are racing to get everything done. Make a list and do them one by one instead of jumping from one thing to another, then you can start afresh in the new year.

CAPRICORN There will be some soul searching this month which will be good for moving forward. Your to do list is almost completed but don't be afraid to ask for help to get some of the trickier things sorted out.

AQUARIUS A chance encounter gives you a completely different take on something you felt strongly about and it makes you realise you have to question things much more. Really opening your mind to other points of view puts a totally different light on things.

PISCES A financial opportunity seems too good to be true. Maybe it is, maybe it isn't but if you are interested then get it checked out properly before you move forward. Even though you cannot be with all those who you would like to be, it doesn't mean you can't enjoy yourself.

Female Focus Magazine December 2020 www.femalefocusonline.com Page 26 In these uncertain times, we find ourselves focused on hygiene like never-before. At Harris Furnishings we have been offering the Aquaclean range of fabrics for many years - mainly for its easy clean and pet proof properties—never did we imagine our clients would also be choosing it for maintaining an optimal level of hygiene in their homes.

Sofas that are prepared for absolutely everything.

Even for the unexpected.

If you are looking to buy a new sofa or chair and antibacterial protection is a priority to you, then read on to learn about the protections offered by Aquaclean.

How does Aquaclean protect me from viruses and bacteria?

For your peace of mind, Aquaclean fabrics offer a double guarantee of hygiene…On the one hand, the SAFE FRONT® component protects against viruses and bacteria as standard, effectively reducing their activity and providing a permanent shield. And on the other hand, the Aquaclean component limits the penetration of viruses and bacteria into the fabric.

Health, Hygiene and Well-being Bacteria and mites really do proliferate if you have pets at home. But Safe Front is a fantastic ally against these organisms, which can cause allergies, especially in children and the elderly.

Longer Lasting Aquaclean creates a physical barrier – a layer between the fabric loops and the top visible part of the fabric which prevents accidental snagging, not only caused by pets, but also by jeans rivets, zippers or rings.

Easy Maintenance The surfaces of these collections are completely smooth, which facilitates the removal of pet hairs from the fabric.

These fabrics are not indestructible, but they do help to prolong your sofa's lifespan.

Aquaclean offers a range of plain and printed fabrics for the most demanding and sophisticated of tastes. Aquaclean has become a benchmark in the world of interior design and decoration nationally and internationally.

AQUACLEAN WITH SAFE FRONT® CLEAN ON THE OUTSIDE, CLEAN ON THE INSIDE

● Here at Harris Furnishings we have a wealth of experience and expertise in all things furniture – we will be delighted to advise you and guide you to making the right choice for your home and how to protect your new furniture against accidental damage – from human or pet! Visit www.harrisfurnishings.com or call 966 469 371.

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Come and see our Winter Collection and get inspired!

This holiday season will probably be a lot different than last year for some of us but one thing always stays the same for all of us...

Keeping warm! Yorkshire Linen has everything to make that possible and all under one roof.

There’s nothing like slipping into a warm bed at the end of the day and feeling the weight of the world disappear. Toppers always add extra comfort to a bed and you can never go wrong with an electric blanket. Our new winter stock of bed linen with matching pillow cases in cotton fleece come in a wide variety of colours and patterns and are in both our Jávea and Altea shops now. Plus our selection of duvets in different weights practically guarantee a good night’s sleep. And let’s not forget that the right pillow is important too for good support.

Adding winter accessories can also transform the ambiance of a room instantly. You could add some cushions (big and small) and colourful knitted throws in the bedrooms and in the living room.

Curtains are a huge bonus in keeping the cold out and the warmth in and Yorkshire Linen has a seamstress available to make sure the length is just right.

Soft furnishing adds colour, texture and warmth, making our homes or rentals appealing to us and others. We are excited to show you our new winter range of soft furnishings that are now in both our shops and remember, our experienced staff are always on hand to help you in any way they can.

Everyone at Yorkshire Linen wish you, your family and friends a Happy and Warm Holiday Season!

● Visit our website yorkshirelinencostablanca.com or pop in to your closest store;

- Centro Com. Montgó, Avda del Pla 68, Jávea. T 966 462 275 - Mon to Fri 10.00 – 19.00 - Saturday 10.00 – 18.00 - Partida Planet 177, Altea. T 965 841 399 - Mon to Fri 10.00 – 19.00 - Saturday 10.00 – 14.00

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Pruning and Trimming It’s the time of year when we may see storms and is the beginning of cold winter weather Article supplied by Lee Charlesworth and therefore it’s important that your plants and trees receive the treatments they need.

Unfortunately, I see all too often gardeners going to customers houses and whipping out the hedge trimmer and regularly, if not over regularly, trimming plants in gardens. It’s not that this form of trimming is not acceptable but it isn’t the only way and should not be the continuous way your plants are trimmed.

A hedge has to be trimmed always, this is how hedges are kept, but a shrub in the garden can be trimmed but should be pruned.

Too many gardeners just trim either because they don’t know how to prune or through laziness and at the end of the day it is bad for your plants. To break it down, trimming a plant is acceptable if, it is the autumn such as now and a plant needs just a little trim to tidy it up, it is also acceptable if a plant was heavily pruned the year before and now only needs a little trim to put it into a shape or form during the spring.

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Generally, trimming only encourages growth at the end of the branches and with many plants this encourages a whole host of bad growth within a plant, it tends to stop airflow through the plant, it encourages crossed branches and things like this only lead to pests and rot, so long term it is not the best solution. Basically the best time to trim a shrub is in autumn and just as a matter of tidying the plant, you will only trim within the foliage, then in the spring once you see the plant starting to shoot, this is when you can give the plant a solid prune, this will allow new branches and new foliage to grow and give the plant a far more vigorous and healthy growth shape and encourage more flowers. continued on next page

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Often when a plant is only trimmed and especially if bad or a lack of pruning has happened in its early years, then you can get all top heavy growth, but most people don’t want that, they want a solid healthy looking plant. The only way to achieve this is by giving it a good prune. If you can see in the two pictures attached the first is a nerrium oleander which had been trimmed and is only growing on the top of the plant, bad habits of a bad gardener. In the second picture you will see the same plants pruned. This pruning will create much lower and healthier growth creating a full plant which does its intended job.

Just to be clear, I would always as part of regular maintenance, never recommend pruning plants (accept for some trees) at this time of year I would only trim, but if it is part of a clearance project that has been scheduled for this time of year then it’s more important that the plants are cut properly regardless, but that is part of a circumstance.

The main thing now is to have your garden tidy, and you can relax through the winter months, then come the spring, prune and enjoy the fruits of your labour toward the summer when your garden bounces into life and looks better than ever.

Happy Christmas to everyone and all of our customers who has supported us through 2020 and let's hope we all have a much more enjoyable 2021.

â—? For more information please give us a call on 696 283 704, email info@charlesworthgardens.com or visit www.charlesworthgardens.com, www.artificial-grass-spain.com and www.floresgardencentre.com.

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A TREASURE IN THE CHARITY SHOP

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t wasn’t one of the things a Miss World contestant might have said, and many people might snort, some retort when one says, ‘I work in a charity shop’, on the lines of ‘How decent of you!’, ‘Golly, how good of you to give up your time!’.

Well, I had the pleasure of eagerly looking forward to Wednesdays.

Rachel was there. She was witty and amusing; cheerful and kind.

She would happily model some outrageous outfit to please a customer or pet their waiting dogs outside.

Sadly in a September we lost her.

Her husband’s wish was that instead of flowers which eventually wilt and die, any donations to the Calpe/ Benissa Lions would serve as a more lasting memory of his beloved wife. Last month our President Carole Saunders received 500€ in Rachel’s memory. Those who benefit from this generous donation will feel lucky, though not as fortunate as we were, to have had the pleasure of knowing her.

R.I.P. Rachel Rushworth.

Find the shop in Calpe on Calle Pintor Sorolla, 15.

“To care, comfort and counsel people affected by cancer.”

CB Helpline. 634 311 690 Ass. Treasurer CB 634 374 754 Transport CB 634 303 271 Torrevieja. 602 648 486 www.mabscancerfoundation.com

HELP of Marina Alta

Medical Equipment and Information office: 96 642 7044 Denia Hospital Interpreters and Info desk: 96 642 9346 HELP Coordinators: Benitachell 664 573 360 Calpe 616 237 135 Orba 639 176 812 Jávea 634 388 446 Denia 609 336 473 Teulada/ Moraira 634 318 819 Parkinsons Support 634 301 677 HELP President 686 320 435.

SAMARITANS IN SPAIN

FREE PHONE 900 525 100

pat@samaritansinspain.com If you are a victim of domestic violence call 016 - there is a way out.

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TM LIONS FUND TOASTER TM LIONS RESPONSE TO FOR MEN’S REFUGE COVID CHALLENGE Teulada Moraira Lions were recently asked for help by the Men’s Refuge in Gandia to buy a replacement toaster for their use. We have helped the Refuge before because they are a local cause whose work we admire. They provide a home and nursing care for around 65 homeless men, many of whom suffer from mental or physical illness. Some are terminally ill. These men would otherwise be on the streets and unlikely to survive without this special care. During the pandemic, the staff have completely locked down the centre and have had almost no contact with people outside the home.

As we all know, appliances eventually wear out and this was the case with their toaster which is heavily used, particularly at breakfast times. We were asked to fund a replacement catering standard toaster for them which we readily did. The toaster was delivered to the Refuge and they have sent the attached photo showing it set up for use.

This €400 purchase was only made possible because of the generosity of our supporters. As we have stated before, fund raising is difficult in the current times, but we were able to make this money available and will continue to do so as long as we can.

TM Lions are part of the Lions Club International Foundation and through this organisation, we were offered a grant to support any local hospitals/ care homes who may be in need through a donation of hand sanitiser, masks & face shields. We contacted the Centro Residencial Ana Maria Espinos Llopis in Teulada who responded very positively to this offer of assistance.

This facility has recently suffered directly from Covid and so it was important that the donation was presented as soon as possible, but also without introducing any further risk. The staff at the facility were very helpful in what must be a difficult time for them. We were able to take the equipment and assemble it on the front porch.

Their staff then came out to receive it and we were able to take a photograph.

All contact has been through email, but we received the following note of thanks from the staff at the centre: ‘We thank you for all the help you can afford to us….It is very kind of you to remember us.’

We offer the staff and residents every good wish as they continue to care for some of our area’s most vulnerable in very difficult times and we are pleased to have been able to offer a little bit of help.

To continue to support us in our important work, please visit the Lion's Den charity shop which can be found a couple of doors away from Letters R Us beneath the Pepe La Sal supermarket on the Centro Comercial, Moraira, just past the fountain roundabout on Ctra Moraira-Teulada. We also have a GoFundMe page if you would like to support us but do not yet feel comfortable to go into the shop. You will find this at https://www.gofundme.com/f/teulada-moraira-lions. This can also be accessed via our website or FB page. If you are interested in finding out more about our work and possibly joining Teulada Moraira Lions, you can find more details on our webpage - www.tmlions.com

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www.femalefocusonline.com Jávea Players: New dates, 12-16 January. `Love Letters´ by A.R. Gurney is an intimate drama with amusing interludes that gains steadily in power, as life keeps ripping away at the seams of its characters' welltailored existences. The play celebrates the power of the written word as the lifelong friendship of Andrew Makepeace Ladd III and Melissa Gardner is revealed, based on letters exchanged during nearly 50 years. Studio Theatre: 50% audiences to allow social distancing. Tickets are 11.50€ see: www.javeaplayers.com

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Note from Benny: More performance cancellations, more cautious dates estimated for 2021, and more heads dropped as this pandemic never appears to be ending. But our, amdram and singing groups both north and south of the Costa Blanca, have shown their fortitude by adapting in various ways. When entertainment venues and rehearsal facilities closed, some kept going through video links, others rehearsed in outside locations, and there were those who simply kept together by holding internal fun events whilst following social distancing and group regulations. One group even started to record radio one act plays from a garage. (Full story in this magazine.) This true-brit spirit is even more remarkable when you consider that the average age in most groups is in the older high-risk category. So well done all.

Caprice Ladies Choir: The choir has enjoyed a brief return to live rehearsals in a safe, socially distanced outdoor setting. With the current new restrictions this is now more difficult, but they are determined to keep rehearsing, online if necessary and are still hoping to perform sometime next year. In the meantime, they send their best wishes to everyone. For more information contact musical director Aileen on 696 514 613 or via www.capriceladieschoir.com Cantãmus: The group hope to present the Cantata ‘Silence and the Sounds’ in the main Benissa church, (the church of the Purísima Xiqueta) at 16.00 on Friday 11 December. Masks are essential and social distancing will be maintained. Contact their musical director Philip Ashley on www.philipashley.com/cantamus Or call Eileen on 607 706 904. Everyone welcome, why not enjoy their beautiful Christmas music.

Careline Theatre: Careline Theatre are having a great time preparing hopefully for their January's panto of 'Sleeping Beauty'. The set build is happening, and costumes are being made by their wonderful wardrobe mistress, Janet. I am told that smoke has been seen coming out of her sewing machine.

Box Office open. See their FB page, Careline Theatre, Alcalali for corona virus updates. Info on 686 320 435.

Costa Blanca Male Voice Choir: The choir have been rehearsing in Benitachell church by following strict social-distancing measures but the latest increase in coronavirus restrictions has meant they had to stop. They produced a virtual Remembrance Day event which was broadcast on Valley FM and is still available on YouTube at https://youtu.be/SJ0IaQ. They are still looking for more tenor voices, so if interested, contact: michaelhume4814@gmail.com

Oliva Drama: The group have produced their first simple radio play called `Fourteen´, set in 1920s New York. To listen to this, go to their website and click on the poster. Also, see the special feature on this group in this magazine. For more information, please email Kelvin on info@olivadrama.com visit their website www.olivadrama.com or see their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OlivaDrama.

Phoenix Dancers: The dancers are still busy rehearsing, while socially distancing, but unfortunately will not be able to perform their usual `Christmas Show´ this year. They are all hoping for more positive news in the New Year and will be ready to entertain everyone in 2021. If anyone would like to join the group in preparation for the new year, please contact Phaedra on 607 290 896.

They all wish everyone a merry Christmas and a very happy New Year!

Sounds Familiar: The Company are looking forward to their next production `Magic of The Musicals´ to be performed in 2021. If you are interested in joining this talented group, or would like more information, please contact Philip on 965 581 483 or philip@soundsfamiliar.es Valley Voices: U n f o r t u n a t e l y, their ‘Partners Concert’ has had to be postponed due to Covid restrictions.

However, the irrepressible and positive voices have been rehearsing again on Zoom and in small groups of five in a choir member’s garden. Their repertoire continues to expand and improve in the hope of a concert in the new year. If you enjoy singing, why not join them by ringing 634 301 483 or emailing valleyvoicesspain@gmail.com If you would like your group to be part of the Stage Diary please email editor@femalefocusonline.com. Deadline for copy is the 15th of the month prior to publication.

Stage Diary Costa Blanca South information can be found online at www.femalefocusonline.com

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SECRET COVID DIARY

Adapted by Benny Davis from original notes recorded by Cheryl Speer, Director, Oliva Drama.

Location: Somewhere in the depth of the Oliva community. Year 2020.

March 11: Only five more rehearsals left before launching our spring production: Hard work, but sure it will be well worth the effort. Can´t wait. March 14: Spanish government announces Corona 19 virus has invaded the country and declares a state of alarm resulting in a national lockdown. All rehearsal efforts up the creek. Production cancelled, feeling totally deflated and sorry for all involved. What´s next? March 27/28: Extra depression as we would have been performing in Bellreguard theatre on these dates. However, must think positive and encourage our wonderful team to look ahead, not backwards. Maybe a glass of wine will help? Or maybe two? April, May: Everyone hunkers down, jokes shared over discussions on where we go from here. Mostly not printable! June 1: positive action at last. We combine two storage units into one for the sets; refund all ticket sales resulting in large financial write off on show. Tripping over our bottom lips, we then disperse for our summer break, hoping for better things in September. September 8: Back again! Although situation not changed, raring to go! Annual General Meeting via newly discovered video zoom; elect new committee/board. September 18: Fresh start! New committee secret meeting. Discuss how to keep our partisans engaged. Use Zoom? Sent covert messages to all contacts asking for online audition volunteers. Positive response from only three persons. Seems that’s our total cast! Obviously, followers are more nervous about new-fangled camera technology than fighting the corona enemy. Looked at number of one act plays and decide on `Fourteen.´ October 2: First read-through via Zoom. First time acting director – me!

First time technical director. Zoom experience totally new for all. Rehearsals scheduled via Zoom, three days a week, one hour a day. Late October: After numerous attempts at recording, encountered serious problems with technical issues. Images freezing, voice fluctuations, etc.

So, decided to go with radio play, like the BBC Home Service programme, `Saturday Night Theatre.´ Thought: Wonder if Hitchcock had the same problem when he started? October 31: Cast meet in person on my secluded terrace and really get on well despite the hazards of masks and social distancing. November 6: Final rehearsal away from prying eyes. Last minute script rewrite as narrator wants fewer lines. November 7: After packing Spam sandwiches, several packets of Smiths crisps and a flask of steaming coffee, set off at 6.00am curfew lift for final recording at a secret garage location. Arrived to find tech engineer had added his own contribution to the essential emergency rations, a bottle of 103 brandy. The team arrived individually after surreptitiously winding their way through passages and remote back streets of the town to avoid any lurking Covid agents. Doors closed and sealed, sanitizer security checks completed, recording starts for real. After some hard sessions, leaving a few crumbs on plates and an empty flask and bottle in our wake, we finally got two good takes. More celebrations with a surprise donation of bubbly and chocolates from our actors.

November 10: Myself and tech director final edit. After a few tweaks; sounds great but problems when transferred to MP3. Feel sorry for tech director, his job is never done! No bad luck this Friday the 13th: Final audio play done and dusted, distributed worldwide. Victory for the Covid oppressed. A ray of hope for everyone. To quote Winston Churchill: “Success is not final, failure is not fatal, it is the courage to continue that counts.”

Note: `Fourteen´ by Alice Gerstenberg, is a short play about a 1920s socialite's monumental struggle to save her much anticipated dinner party when everything goes wrong. You can access the play via website: www.olivadrama.com. Just click on the play poster. If you are impressed with this story and would like to support OCDA efforts, please donate a few euros to your local charity.

The group have raised over 1500 euros for their charities.

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New presentation of Amata’s Virtual Craft Village & Craft Fair.

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n 1 November the Virtual Craft Village, set up recently by association Amata, underwent a noticeable face-lift. It is now much easier to use and adapts itself automatically to the small screens of mobile phones and tablets.

At the same time, 10 new artisans started in their virtual fair, to sell their ceramics, crocheted soft toys, personalised linen bags, hand painted silk, mandalas painted on stones, leather handbags, hand woven shawls and mufflers and silver, leather or macramé jewellery. There are now three virtual fairs, each one with 10 stalls, showing up to 30 different products, as well as a video with more goods or with a craft demonstration.

These virtual fairs are set up in the centre of the virtual village www.puebloartesano.es, where you can also watch the artisans at work in their workshops, buy their work in their shops and follow various tutorials. In the (Spanish and English) menu, you will see that there is a lot to do and to see, that makes a visit to this, still growing, virtual village worth while.

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CHURCH OF ENGLAND – COSTA BLANCA CELEBRATING the LICENSING of Fr Marcus Ronchetti.

The service with Holy Eucharist was led by the Ven David Waller, Archdeacon of Gibraltar.

The opening hymn was the lovely "All for Jesus" .

One of the Chaplaincy Wardens, Martin Bentley read from Romans 12. Fr Marcus read the gospel lesson. A lovely sermon followed by the Archdeacon.

Fr Marcus, appointed by the Diocesan Bishop moved to stand before the President, supported by the Chaplaincy Wardens, Diana and Martin. Various responses then followed and a Declaration of Assent by Fr Marcus. The License was read by the Archdeacon and then handed to Fr Marcus, followed by the Installation.

Fr Marcus was then presented with a large jug of water "Lord, pour your love into our hearts" to which we all responded "and help us share this love with others. The other presentations were a Bible, a vessel of olive oil, bread and wine. Communion then followed and the final hymn "Let all the world in every corner sing”.

The Archdeacon took communion. A truly beautiful service.

Social distancing was maintained throughout the service.

Please visit www.costablanca-anglicanchaplaincy.org for more information on our Churches and Services.

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