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Specsavers Ópticas unveils new DKNY eyewear collection Global lifestyle brand, DKNY, launches new eyewear collection in Specsavers Ópticas stores nationwide

KNOWN for celebrating the aspirational and practical spirit of New York while taking inspiration from DKNY’s iconic sportswear and accessory offerings, the new eyewear collection infuses effortlessly cool, streetwear-inspired details in a unique optical offering.

All glasses in the 14-strong range feature an innovative mix of materials to create an elevated look with an edge in stand-out colourways in matte and satin finishes.

‘We want to continue to offer our customers new and exciting collections, and DKNY is an iconic brand we know our customers will love,’ said Juan Carlos Camargo, Head of Product at Specsavers. ‘DKNY’s aesthetic is one of the most recognised and heralded names in American fashion, works perfectly with our ambition to offer glasses wearers exclusive high-quality stylish products that will help them express their personal style through their specs.’

The DKNY range is priced from 159€ for two pairs single vision and is now available in Specsavers Ópticas.

Specsavers Ópticas has stores on the Costa Blanca (Calpe, Jávea, Torrevieja, Benidorm, Guardamar del Segura and La Zenia), on the Costa del Sol (Fuengirola and Marbella) and in Mallorca (Santa Ponça). Find out more on the website www.specsavers.es

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ll the world is experiencing a very frightening time, due to this dreadful virus that is circulating everywhere. Until a good vaccine has been developed, we are going to have to live with it and I understand that there are a number of people who are very fearful and not leaving their homes to go anywhere.

To do this for such a long time could create problems with their health. All I can advise is doing what many other people are, going out locally and being extremely careful where they go and carrying out all the rules that the government is asking us to do. In the end, however, it is everybody’s responsibility to protect themselves and others.

Obviously there is a lot of sadness, despair, and fear surrounding this virus, but we are having to learn to live with it. The need to feel secure in your own home is vital and again I can only suggest that washing hands and using gel, is the only thing you can do to protect yourself.

Of course, as an insurance lady, I have to suggest that one way you can ensure your overall security is by having the correct insurances in place. Please try not to be blackmailed by the banks, as you will discover later when trying to claim, you will have no help and your insurance cover is very limited.

There are many Spanish companies which are excellent, but they do not offer the special Expat policies that my company does. If you go to see or telephone one of my staff, everything will be properly explained to you in detail, with all your questions answered. Many of the Spanish companies just use the one word… That “everything” is covered. This is impossible and what does it mean?

Because the verbal word alone means nothing. Then of course, if your policy is written in Spanish and you do not understand it, then how do you know what is actually covered? Can you afford to take this risk?

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Please call one of my consultants to help with any questions you may have, visit the website www.jennifercunningham.net or email info@jennifercunningham.net

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With all the negativity, opinions and fake news going around at the moment it has been so heartwarming to hear from our clients, many of whom have been with us over 20 years (a few more than that), just how happy they have been with our support of them and their businesses throughout this trying time.

Now, more than ever we all need to help each other by pulling together.

Over the last couple of years our American Staffy went from a bouncy beauty to a cantankerous bitch with the aches and pains that come with old age. We had tried her on various tablets but they gave her bad stomach problems. With a fair bit of skepticism we started her on the Pure Organic CBD oil for pets, with the blessing of the vet. Well, she now handles the stairs much better and can even jump on and off the top step of the pool, which she had stopped doing even though it was her favourite place to cool down. It is great to see her not suffering like she was.

Congratulations to Shirley Young from Moraira who won the competition last month, by spotting the logo on page 25.

This month if you find the Curry on Cooking logo (not on this page, front page or the recipe page) you are in with a chance of winning a selection of curry kits which will be posted out to your house. Simply email editor@femalefocusonline.com with your name, address, phone number and the page you found the logo on. See inside Lesley for full competition details. Good luck.

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Jermaine Jenas on life after pro football, the joy of fatherhood and tackling racism

By Gabrielle Fagan, PA Retiring from sport was a tough transition, but as Jermaine Jenas tells Gabrielle Fagan, his life, health and confidence have bloomed.

Jermaine Jenas seems effortlessly self-assured during his regular TV appearances as a football commentator and pundit.

But, he reveals, that inner confidence has been hard won, and during his days playing for England he struggled with low selfesteem – despite apparently having the sporting world at his feet.

It might seem unexpected from somebody so clearly talented, handsome and outwardly “living my dream”, but Jenas admits there were times he secretly battled with ‘imposter syndrome’ – which he believes affects many top players.

The former midfielder, who retired after struggling to recover from a knee injury in 2014, was playing alongside a “golden generation” – Wayne Rooney, David Beckham, Michael Owen, Steven Gerrard, Frank Lampard and Paul Scholes.

But he describes the set-up under thenmanager Sven-Göran Eriksson as an exclusive “boy’s club”, which he felt had a detrimental effect on peripheral members of the squad, like himself.

“I was playing for England, and it was nothing to do with my ability or my deserving of the position I was in, but I just didn’t feel part of that environment,” says Jenas, who opened up about his experience in new British Army podcast, The Locker (episode two).

It was quite a clique – it was a bit like an England Boys’ Club – and there were times when I felt on the fringes. It wouldn’t seem to matter how well I was playing or training because we had some of the best players in the world, and whether they were playing well or not, they were always picked.

There were moments when I battled imposter syndrome. I felt there’s nothing I can do to break through into this team. It eventually grinds you down and confidence can be fragile, no matter how much you’ve achieved. The manager seemed set in his ways with: ‘They’re world-class players, they start and that’s it’.”

Jenas, who has three daughters (two with wife Ellie and one from a previous relationship), says “the mental health” side of football wasn’t spoken of as it is today, which he hails as a “game-changer” in all sports.

“While my time playing and being in the England team were some of the best days of my life, I wish there had been more focus on talking about problems,” says the Nottingham-born 37-year-old, who now lives in Hertfordshire.

“Instead, anything mental was regarded as a weakness, like a physical injury, which would mean you might not be picked. Instead, the best way to deal with something like imposter syndrome or anything else is to admit you have an issue.

Communication is everything and that’s so improved in sport nowadays.”

Here, Jenas opens up about coping with leaving the sport, family life, and dealing with racism…

How did you cope with retiring from the game?

“I regard making that transition from playing into the life I’m in now as my biggest achievement. It was very hard initially, particularly because my career was cut short by injury when I was 31. I get lots of top footballers calling me to ask for advice on coping with retirement.

One minute you’re in this life where, when you’re playing well, there’s euphoria and living like a rock star, people chasing you for autographs and instantly giving you a table in top restaurants as soon as you say your name – and then it’s like you fall off the edge of a cliff. Your identity and those privileges just vanish.”

How do you enjoy your TV career?

“TV was my saviour after retirement. It’s allowed me to stay connected to the sport I love but channel my aspirations, ambition, drive and passion into a new career, and the best thing is I’m learning all the time.

I’ve got to admit, though, to shaking like mad with nerves on my first appearance on Match Of The Day. I was sweating and fidgeting and my heart was going crazy. It was a big moment and I felt I was a mess, but I got through it.”

What does Ellie mean to you?

“Meeting her massively changed my life.

Often you hear that when footballers’ careers finish and the money dries up, their marriages can fail as well, but Ellie’s been incredible.

I was playing for England but having loads of injuries when I met her, and her support has been above and beyond what most people would give. She’s the main reason I am what I am now.”

What does fatherhood mean to you?

“It was literally a game-changer for me.

You can live in a bubble as a professional footballer, where your whole life, outlook and mood – on and off the pitch – seem to depend on how you play, but as soon as I had my first daughter, something really relaxed in me.

When a little child runs to you for a hug when you get home, doesn’t care how you played, they just want you, you realise that as much as you still give your sport 100%, maybe don’t put it as high as life and death.

When I retired, my wife and three amazing daughters [Sancha, 12, Geneva, 7, and Olivia, 4] were a huge part of getting me out of the dark and into a place where I am now feeling content and fulfilled.”

Do you support the Black Lives Matter campaign?

“My mum’s white and my dad’s black. I

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appreciate both sides of my heritage and I understand the suppression black people have been under for years, so I support it 100%.

I remember seeing my dad, a semiprofessional player in the mid-Eighties, experience racial abuse from the crowd, but then the crowds weren’t so big at that level and you could at least see where it was coming from. I think we live in a world now which is almost more dangerous, because you’ve got people that are doing it in the dark to an extent, people living in the shadows on social media, creating fake accounts and just saying whatever they want to say to people. It’s great that people are finally actually recognising it and talking about it.”

Did you experience racism in your playing career?

“Every now and then, particularly when I played in Eastern Europe, there was a level of racism. If I was playing on a team say with four black players and they got the ball, they got a ‘monkey’ chant, while as a mixed-race man, if I got the ball [the chanting] wouldn’t be as intense, but I still would get it and that didn’t mean it didn’t hurt.

“The lack of black managers, the lack of black coaches, the lack of black representation when you’ve got so many black players in the League is odd.

Racism has always been there. My fear is people just adapt and find a way around it, like they always have done. It’s important we keep pushing the conversation, challenging people and forcing the change, rather than sitting and waiting and posting the odd thing on Instagram and just thinking, ‘OK, I’ve done my bit’.”

How do you look after your health and wellbeing?

“Daily training when you’re a professional player is intense and I’ve gone from having to hobble to the bathroom, wincing with the pain until my muscles woke up every morning, to now feeling really fit and totally without pain, which is great.

The weird thing is though, when I stopped playing, I missed feeling that physical exhaustion and putting my body through its paces, so I’ve replaced that by gym training, golf and boxing. Keeping busy and focused is vital for me and that physical routine, along with my career in television and my family life, is a brilliant blend for me.”

The British Army’s new podcast The Locker can be found on all major podcast directories, including Spotify, iTunes and Google Podcasts, with new episodes every fortnight. To find out more, head to apply. army.mod.uk/thelocker

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TM LIONS STEAM AHEAD!

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espite the challenges throughout lockdown, the Teulada Moraira Lions Club have been helping where they can. They have worked previously with Raquel Paya school in Denia who care for disabled children and young people. The school has been working throughout the summer to prepare for pupils returning in September.

One of their new activities will be laundry. In order to comply with Covid secure regulations, the staff will be changing into uniforms when they arrive at the school and wanted to be able to change into clean uniforms for the afternoon session and, to do this, the school are setting up a laundry area where some of the older students will work to develop life skills.

The TM Lions charity shop in Moraira were donated a top class steam iron and with the owners consent, we have passed this on to the Raquel Paya school. Miguel Ivars, the school Principal, accepted the donation of the iron on behalf of the school and thanked the Lions for their continued generosity.

The Lion's Den charity shop is now open again and able to accept donations.

The Den 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-morairalions. This can also be accessed via our website or FB page.

Please help us to help those in need in our area.

If you are interested in finding out more about our work and possibly joining Teulada Moraira Lions, you can find more details on our web page www.tmlions.com

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Spanish Compliant Investment Bond

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hoosing where to invest your money once you become a Spanish tax resident can seem very complicated, especially if you are not from a financial background.

With a wide array of investment products now available in the market, knowing which product to select can feel very daunting. To this extent, it is not uncommon to see individuals leaving investments how they were prior to moving to Spain – but this can sometimes leave them disadvantaged.

A Spanish Compliant Bond is often a good investment for expatriates living abroad. This tax-efficient investment offers similar benefits to those associated with ISA’s (Individual savings accounts) in the UK. Income and growth can roll up tax-free within the investment and tax is only payable when a withdrawal is taken. In contrast, any growth on a non-Spanish compliant investment would have to be declared on an annual basis, regardless of if a withdrawal had taken place. Tax would be payable on any growth.

When a withdrawal is taken from a Spanish compliant investment, part of the withdrawal is deemed as “return of capital” and the other part is deemed as “growth”. Tax is only payable on the growth element which is what makes this type of investment tax-efficient. You can see from the example below how this would work in practice;

A Spanish compliant product can also help to reduce any liability to Spanish succession tax (IHT), especially if the underlying beneficiaries are not located in Spain. This is especially relevant for those with larger estates or those who hold large amounts in bank deposits.

Banks are seen as one of the safest places to hold money but they are still subject to default risk. Default risk is where banks loan our deposits to third parties who could then potentially default on repayment (we saw this in the financial crisis of 2008). Under current legislation, investors are only covered up to £85,000 in UK banks, and 100,000€ in Europe.

For more information on this type of investment, or for a review on your current investments, why not get in touch with us? · Logic Financial Consultants are fully regulated & licensed financial advisers, covering the Costa Blanca, Murcia and Canary Islands. We can travel to you, or you can visit our office at Calle Andres Lambert 24, 1B, Jávea. Tel: 965 020 444.

Email: info@logicfc.com Web: www.logicfinancialconsultants.com.

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The Wolves of the Radfan

by David Brown. Review by Fiona Hulme

This is a gripping and hair-raising account of British Army active service in the Aden Conflict in the 60s, seen through the eyes of Bomber Brown. The book starts immediately with enemy engagement, and the feelings of terror and fear felt by rookie soldiers on their first sortie are portrayed with ruthless detail. We learn more about Bomber, his determination to protect himself and his comrades, and his ability to engage at all levels.

Three Section were Northern Irish lads, tough, unruly and dismissive of anyone not up to the job. Several Corporals had not lasted more than a few weeks trying to gain their respect, and this Section became known as The Damned. Bomber became their Acting Corporal, and quickly earned their grudging regard as he threw himself into his first leadership role.

We discover more about tactics, weaponry, and the sheer gruesomeness of combat as many skirmishes are described almost minute by minute. Suspense and anticipation build as we discover if ambush plans will succeed or if, inevitably, quick thinking and adaptation must take over. Bomber's youthful experiences in this Conflict will shape his adult life.

ISBN 978-1-5289284-5-8, available through Amazon.co.uk and on Kindle.

David Brown served almost 40 years in the British Army. He is now retired and living on the Costa Blanca , and is working on his second book set in Northern Ireland, titled Hard Rain.

WIN a copy of The Wolves of the Radfan by sending your name, telephone number and address to editor@femalefocusonline.com with the subject - WOLVES. The lucky winner will be annonced in next month's magazine

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Member of The Aircrew Association, Costa Blanca celebrates his centenary

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ormer aircrew member of the RAF, John Russell, a resident of the Port in Jávea, was the Guest of Honour at a celebratory lunch to acknowledge his 100th Birthday, held by the Aircrew Association, Costa Blanca, on 22 July at the Canali Restaurant in Jávea. John is also a Life Member of the Royal Airforces Association and the Chairman of RAFA, Wing Commander Bob Hunt MBE, his wife Margaret and other members of RAFA also attended and added to the uniqueness of the occasion.

John was actually born on the 25th July in Sheffield and on leaving school in 1937 worked for the Post Office at the HQ of the Engineering Department in the City of London. He was evacuated to Harrogate in 1939 and subsequently volunteered for aircrew training in June 1940. He was just 19. Then followed a varied career in the RAF during which John flew many operational sorties throughout the war including two sorties in support of the famous Dieppe Raid on the 19th August 1942 and one of the last, key operational sorties, to drop equipment and supplies to the resistance just to the North West of Cannes in France. This sortie took place on the 4th September 1944, during Operation Dragoon. During 1943/1944 John, who was then based in North Africa, flew on many operational sorties in support of the SOE, as a member of 624 (Special Duties) Squadron, in support of the partisans in Italy, Greece and Yugoslavia. John celebrated VE Day 1945 in Egypt.

Having demobilised in February 1947, John later re-joined the RAF in June 1951 and continued his RAF career, including instructional and training appointments and intelligence duties. He retired from the RAF in December 1969. He then worked as an executive for a company in East Anglia and Cambridgeshire before retiring to Jávea in March 1986.

During the lunch, John, who joined the Association as a Founder Member in May 1988, was presented with a Certificate of Achievement and a giant birthday card by the Aircrew Association President, Henry Horth who then proposed the Toast to John, the Association’s newest Centenarian!

John is still going strong and continues to enjoy his retirement, participating actively in all of the Association’s functions!

Many congratulations John from your many friends who salute you on reaching your 100th!

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Walk Your Way Well

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by Niamh O'Sheehan

’m writing this whilst still peeling my eyes open at 5:00am in a creaky bottom bunk of a big old room in a big old church. I scribble to the accompaniment of the intermittent snores of six fellow pilgrims squeezing in the last of their Z’s before everything will stir at around 6ish.

Let me tell you a story: On Oct 10th 2017, from a strange place in my life, I set off on an 800km pilgrimage. The Camino Santiago was a thing that had sneakily crept up my bucket list since I heard tell of it in my teens. This challenge gained an urgent “Top Priority” status as things weren’t adding up on my happiness barometer anymore.

I needed to refocus and reestablish the connection to all the joy I had right at my fingertips every day.

It dawned on me that I was so incredibly fortunate, if a little fat and plenty unfit, to have the physical capacity to even contemplate something so out of my comfort zone.

While considering people who are physically disabled I gained a new appreciation for my flabby fully functioning body. So, as quick as the decision to undertake the expedition was made, a further hair brained idea quickly followed suit: To try to use my challenge to raise funds for someone who isn’t as blessed as myself.

With the support of HELP DAMA we found a lovely local man Juan Carlos who had suffered a life changing incident leaving him paralysed. Juan, and his gorgeous family, would surely benefit from an electric wheelchair. All systems were go!

Operation “Niamh on the Camino” kicked off.

So, let’s cut to the aftermath of all this. I did the walk (barely). The community supported the fundraiser (amazingly) and I returned home renewed and empowered and I continue to reap the physical, emotional and spiritual profits from my experience to this day. The Camino Santiago was a game changer for me. Most importantly, Juan Carlos, gained a new set of wheels that offered new found independence. Result!

Where am I going with all this? I’m trying to lead us to the point where I find myself doing it all over again. This time, as the privileged escort to my 11 year old boy Oscar.

On my return home, I was charmed to hear my wee Oscar profess that he wanted to do the Camino Santiago with me one day. I agreed and immediately forgot all about it. We tend to do that right!? Until, he mentioned it again. Until it snowballed into nagging. Long story short, In October 2018, we were on “The Way”.

Oscar is a decent fellow and wanted to have his shot at a fundraiser too. He smashed it! An electric hoist for La Pedrera Rehab and shoes for all the lads at the Gandia Franciscan men’s shelter. We also squeezed in a couple of hundred kilometres along the Meseta from Burgos to Leon in October 2019.

Fast forward to today! 2020 is somehow the weirdest yet the most wonderfully appropriate moment to undertake something slightly outrageous in this “new normal”.

And in a time as peculiar and painful as this it’s the ideal opportunity to focus on something positive and beautiful.

Another walk. Another fundraiser. Oscar’s 300km August walk is in aid of the installation of a Sensory Garden in the La Xara Day Care Centre. This is a vital community facility that cares for young adults with special needs.

When this goes to print, Oscar will have hopefully come to the safe and successful end to his 800km pilgrimage at the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. We thank the magazine Female Focus, and you guys, its readers, from the bottom of our hearts for positively joining Oscar and this old side-kick on his incredible adventure. Your support has been our fuel. Buen Camino amigos. Let’s all follow Oscar to “Walk Our Way Well”.

Note from the editor: You can still help Oscar by donating to his amazing cause by visiting www.helpofdenia.com and using their donate button, making a transfer to Bank account ES11 2100 9015 2102 0016 2933 - remember to mention OSCAR or call 676 507 791 for drop off points.

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Why autumn and winter are the best seasons for cosmetic surgery

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One dilemma that many people face when considering plastic surgery is choosing the best time of the year to have their procedure. Thinking about it logically, the summer time is when most people are going to want to flaunt their best assets. So, with that in mind, doesn’t that make the autumn and winter months the best time to have cosmetic surgery?

Ultimately, cosmetic surgery should be all about restoring your confidence and enhancing the unique natural beauty that you already possess, and for that, any time of the year is perfect! But, let’s look at why so many people choose to book cosmetic surgery during the autumn and winter months:

Recovery can be an easier experience People research procedures like breast implants or a mini tummy tuck and discover the period of recovery that is involved.

Unfortunately, there is no way around this as there will always be a period of recovery to endure, unless you’re opting for a nonsurgical cosmetic procedure like botox or dermal filler injections.

However, if you’re going to have a procedure that requires you take it easy for a while and remain more indoors, then the cooler winter months may be best suited. Once you are ready to go outside more regularly, you can always wear your clothing in layers or use an accessory like a scarf to disguise any post-surgery dressing or scars.

It’s a great excuse for a quieter period If you lead a fast and stressful life, then you can use the recovery time to relax in the comfort of your own home. During the cooler months, it’s typically easier for people to reduce their schedule and stay indoors, allowing for adequate rest and recovery. If you have children, them being back in school during your recovery will reduce the temptation to be more active than you should be until you are completely recovered.

Easier to avoid the sun The sun can be very damaging to the skin, especially when your surgical procedure is healing. Too much sun exposure can increase the recovery time as the wound may take longer to heal, which can lead to infections or in some cases scarring. During the winter months, the daylight hours are of course lessened, and the sun is not as intense as it is in the summer months.

If there is anything about your appearance that bothers you, then plastic surgery may be the answer. But before rushing into things contact Dr Ignacio Poole so that he can discuss the options available to you. Whether you’re looking for the perfect facelift or necklift, or considering liposuction, eyelid surgery, ear pinning or whatever, Dr Poole has the knowledge and expertise to have you looking and feeling fabulous with a wide range of plastic surgery procedures available. Your first consultative visit is completely free. ● Clinica El Arenal, Av Arenal 2, Jávea.

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Are you ready for a colour boost to enhance your summer glow?

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owards the end of summer we often notice our hair colour is in need of a refresh, the long sunny days may have faded your colour, leaving your locks in need of some love or just ready for a new look.

Creative personalised colour is a specialty at MimisKru. We can blend colour to suit your skin tone, hair style and personal appearance.

We can give ribbons of brightness to the face-framing layers which create an instant injection of radiance, which is a trend for autumn. Or you can choose a bespoke partial balayage which involves lightening or darkening only a part of the hair, and focuses on sweeps of colour through the top layer or around the face, giving a super sun-kissed effect that will best enhance your features and make your hair and complexion glow.

Autumn is frequently a popular time for deeper, rust tones, burnt oranges, pumpkin spice, coffee, caramel, all delicious colours that can be used in parts of the hair for a new look. And Multitonal colour looks particularly great on curly hair especially when combined with techniques that separate individual curls, giving it texture and definition.

Even more, if you are feeling like a blast of brighter shades, WellaColour Fresh Create is the product for you. There are 12 vibrant shades that are fully intermixable for your own look. It is an ammonia-free semi-permanent hair colour and lasts up to 20 washes, depending on shade used and hair condition, lasting much longer than other crazy colour brands.

So whatever your skin tone or hair colour here at MimisKru we will find colours to flatter you: for cooler skin, go for warmer tones, and for warmer skin, go for cooler tones. And there's an easy way to tell; if your veins appear blue or purple, you have a cool skin tone. If your veins look green or a greenish blue, you have a warm skin tone.

We are also specialists in colour correction, so if you opted to colour your own hair earlier in the year under lockdown or whatever, well now is the time to let us work our magic.

And as a Special Offer for September only: Highlights with Lisa and a Gel polish pedicure for 70€. Amazing value!

So much choice at MimisKru! ● MimsKru, Local 12, Edificio Caribe, Av del Pla 129, Jávea.

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Helicobacter Pylori and its effects Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection occurs when the H. pylori bacteria infects the stomach mucus, usually during childhood and is present in over 50% of people worldwide. It is a common cause of peptic ulcers and can lead to stomach cancer.

The way that H. pylori infects a person is still a mystery but is passed on through ingesting contaminated food or water, or by person to person through direct contact with, faeces stool, vomit, or saliva. Most people with this infection have no symptoms, but if they do occur it may be in the form of a severe burning pain in the abdomen, bloating, weight loss, nausea, diarrhoea or dark tar like stools and lack of appetite.

Complications An open sore called an Ulcer can form due to the build-up of stomach acid; this affects around 10% of people who are suffering with the infection.

Inflammation and irritation of the stomach lining causing Gastritis.

Stomach cancer is a strong risk factor if the infection if left undetected for a long period of time, so it is important to seek medical advice if you are suffering with any symptoms.

A breath or stool test can identify the infection which can be treated with medication and a simple ultrasound scan with our Specialist can show if there are any further complications.

Please contact us at Clinica Britannia if you have any questions or wish to book an appointment, we are always happy to help.

Visit Clinica Britannia for an Anti-ageing or Revitalising treatment Our facial bones are what define, shape, and give structure to our face. But as the ageing process takes place, we lose definition, the contour of the jawline decreases, our cheeks flatten, and our skin begins to sag and cause a jowling effect.

We at Clinica Britannia can help eliminate this problem by with the use of Restylane fillers, Botox, and facial peelings.

Some of the treatments offered at our clinic are: Restylane lyft is used for cheek lifting and to enhance the jawline creating a lifting effect to your facial features giving you a more natural and youthful look to your skin.

Restylane Refyne is a softer and more flexible dermal filler that can be used for the treatment of more dynamic areas of your face, such as around the lips, the nasolabial folds, and the marionette lines.

Restylane Kysse enhances the shape and adds volume to your lips for a perfect pout.

Botox treatment involves a very small amount of a specific purified protein that when injected with a very fine needle into the small muscles of the face helps to eliminate facial wrinkles, particularly those on the forehead, between the brows, and beside the eyes.

New to Clinica Britannia is the PRX-T33 peel which rejuvenates, illuminates, and cleanses the skin and is the only peel that is safe to use in the summer months. The peel also aids with the removal of blemishes, wrinkles, scarring from chicken pox, acne, melasma or stretch marks and can be used as a revitalising treatment to the hands, neck, and décolleté area.

Come and visit our Anti-aging specialist Dr Irina Artemenko for her professional advice on what would be best for you and how she can give you back that youthful look.

● 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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Calpe U3A Table Tennis group

has now re-started playing.

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hroughout August we played on Saturday mornings 9am to 12 noon, but sometime early September we expect to revert to our usual playing days of Tuesday and Friday mornings. At the moment all the Usual Covid-19 rules apply; social distancing, masks etc. contact John Stafford on. treasurer@u3acalpe.org Calpe U3A are active now with ladies dining and mens dining, tennis, padel tennis, bowls, Cansata, writing group and reading group. Please visit our Calpe U3A webpage or Facebook page for all the latest news and updates of the many groups starting after the lock down. www.u3acalpe.org.

The Charity shop of Calpe

open from 1 September at 10am

loyal customers and We look forward to seeing all our ch is in Galerías Mar some new faces at the shop, whi Miró, on the right hand Azul – half-way up Avda. Gabriel street. the side. Just follow the signs from

Announcing the formation of Help of Marina Alta's new Advanced Nursing Clinic

We are excited to be offering a new service for expats in need of help and support: Advanced Nurse Practitioner and Doctor of Immunology, Dr Margo Livingston, specialist in Public Health, including Corona Virus, is going to be running clinics at our HELP Activity Centre in La Xara two mornings a week from September.

Dr Margo will be available by appointment to offer assessment, diagnosis and plan of care for those suffering from ailments, mental or physical, including minor injuries and infections.

This service will help those wondering whether it is necessary to see their GP or go to the hospital, to be expertly guided and will save time, worry and stress in terms of medical advice and treatment options.

To make an appointment, or for more information please call our HELP office on 966 427 044 Mon to Fri between 10am and 2pm.

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U3A Vall Del Pop

Hiccup in Re-opening Programme

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ur President has advised that our planned General Assembly for 3rd September at the Polivalent, Murla, has had to be cancelled, as the Murla Municipality has stated that the Polivalent cannot be used until re-opening is permitted by National Government. However, El Cid has agreed we can hold the GA there. So the first General Assembly of the 2020/21 season will be held on Thursday 3 September at El Cid, Benidoleig, doors opening from 10am.

The fun and opportunities go on, with the Goodwill Team promoting this year’s Walking Treasure Hunt, starting and ending in Jalón, on 20 September. Entry fee 8€. Please register your team by 15 September.

They are also organising a Sponsored Walk, in the orange groves around Orba on 4 October. Entry fee 8€, and additional sponsorship welcomed. All money raised by these two events will go to the Goodwill Team charity fund, where an even greater need for help this year is anticipated - so please sign up for both events or sponsor others.

Also, The Entertainers are scheduled to perform a programme of new songs, including a Queen medley, at The Bull Ring in Alcalali, starting at 7.30pm on Saturday 26 September. Proceeds in aid of Jalón Valley Help.

All events will be conducted in accordance with the developing ‘new normality’ regulations. With care we are coming out of lock-down and hopeful with consideration for others we will all come through the pandemic stronger in our friendships and companionship.

For further information on U3A Vall del Pop check our website www.u3avalldelpop.com

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Are mosquito coils good or bad for our health?

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orldwide there’s growing concern about the adverse health impacts associated with the burning of mosquito coils and sticks indoors. The insecticide products used are generally considered safe, but it’s the particulate matter produced from a smouldering mosquito coil that poses the greatest risk.

Some experts have gone as far as to claim that “burning one mosquito coil in a closed room amounts to smoking roughly 100 cigarettes”.

The link between smoking cigarettes and poor health is clear. But could this also be true about mosquito coil smoke, especially if there’s prolonged exposure? The sight and smell of the distinctively shaped coils is now a mainstay of summer, but is all that smoke really keeping away the swarms of mosquitoes, or could breathing in the smoke be worse than mosquito bites for our overall health?

Back in the early 1900s Japanese entrepreneurs Eiichiro & Yuki Ueyama invented their katori senk (mosquito-killing incense). Traditional smoke coils and sticks were made from a natural pyrethrum paste, and modern mosquito coils still mostly contain either pyrethroid insecticides or plant-derived substances such as citronella. They’re cheap, portable and generally effective at reducing mosquito bites.

But mosquito coils also contain a mix of other products that hold the coil together, and enable it to smoulder slowly. It is these chemical constituents that are causing concern.

In Australia one study estimated the particulate matter produced from burning one mosquito coil was equivalent to burning between 75-137 cigarettes. This amount of exposure surely poses a health risk, although so far there is no proven evidence that the long-term exposure to mosquito coil smoke increases the risk of more serious health impacts such as lung cancer.

In Spain most manufacturers now ensure that their packaging contains clear instructions to use the spirals only outside, and away from any surfaces where food is being prepared, or where food utensils are stored. And that they should never be mixed with any other chemical products.

Overall, the key message is to avoid prolonged exposure to the smoke, and certainly not to use them in enclosed spaces. And of course there is a whole variety of modern “smokeless”, plug-in devices designed and available for indoor use. ● This article provided by Asociacion Amigos Europeos de Javea. We provide a 24 hour 365 day private Ambulance Service throughout almost the entire Costa Blanca North, including Inland. The cost is just 55€ for the whole year for the whole family.

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Medispa in Jávea is a place of wellness where we strive to make you look and feel your best.

Dra. Francisca is a rejuvenation specialist and she takes into account each patient's needs and desires using her wealth of experience.

Call us today for your free consultation where we will talk you through each step of the way to achieve that younger looking for you!

Specialists in Botox (Vistabel) Specialists in Dermal Fillers Specialists in Hyaluronic Acid (Juviderm) All treatments are performed here in Medispa – A fully licensed aesthetics medical clinic in Jávea Port, with highly professional products and fully trained and licensed therapists. After your treatment, we love to treat you to take some time and relax with a herbal tea in our indoor relaxation garden.

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CROSSWORD By the PA puzzles team Across 7. Assorted (13) 8. Law-breaker (8) 9. Unemployed (4) 10. Author (6) 12. Shine (6) 14. Fawn (6) 16. Annual (6) 18. Avoid (4) 20. Append notes (8) 22. Alarm (13)

Down 1. Thief (8) 2. Tone of voice (6) 3. Happy (4) 4. Equity (4,4) 5. Depends (6) 6. Replete (4) 11. Liberated (8) 13. Kinsman (8) 15. Disappear (6) 17. Shrewd (6) 19. Jeer (4) 21. Not any (4)

See classified pages for answers 1. Three new cities were proposed for the South East of England 2. Prince Edward was born 3. The Kinks had a UK No.1 single with You Really Got Me 4. Peter Sellers starred in Dr Strangelove

ANSWER: 1957

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1. A vaccine against Asian flu was made available to the British public 2. Stephen Fry was born 3. Paul Anka's Diana was No.1 in the UK charts for nine weeks 4. Henry Fonda starred in 12 Angry Men

ANSWER: 1964

The following events all occurred in a year in living memory. Can you guess the year?

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our ARIES Diplomacy is the word of the month and if used to your advantage will get you far. Don't offer yourself for volunteering or other time consuming roles, you have enough on your plate at the moment without taking anything else on.

TAURUS Your intuition is at its best so take note as it will lead you in the direction you should be taking with exciting results. This is the month to have that ice cream or slice of cake.

GEMINI After starting the month with a stubborn head you soon realise that working together is the best way for everyone to be happy. Be mindful to your health and get any niggles dealt with immediately.

CANCER A truce needs to be called after a long running problem with a loved one or colleague. If you cannot sort it out together then find a mediator, as it really has gone on too long.

LEO This month is all about getting things in order, paperwork, wardrobes, life, the lot. If you still can't do it alone then find a friend who will help you sort everything out once and for all. You have been in disorder long enough.

VIRGO You expect others to treat you with respect and good manners, but maybe not commenting on every little thing you see wrong will gain more respect from them. Hear all sides of the story before you jump to conclusions - your suspicions may not be correct this time.

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oroscope LIBRA It is hard when you both have different opinions but both feel you are right.

If you have tried negotiating then maybe it is time to just agree to disagree.

Towards the end of the month things seem to start to settle down into more of a routine.

SCORPIO Trust issues mean that you that you have put up a wall which is stopping you allowing anyone through. Not everyone is the same and by pushing everyone away will leave you in a very lonely place.

SAGITTARIUS Your sense of fairness means that you will be asked to sort out a dispute which you would rather not be involved in. Don't jump into something without asking an opinion as this in not your field of expertise.

CAPRICORN Live a little and let your hair down, of course within reason. These past few months have been a struggle but you are starting to see a way forward to meeting your goal.

AQUARIUS Keep on playing mind games and you could find yourself completely out-played. A u-turn in a project, although essential is really hard to take after all the work that has been put in. Quickly though you will see that the end result will be so much better.

PISCES Volunteering may be something you need to look into to fill your spare time. The rewards you will get really will make a difference not only to your life but to so many. A friend who is suffering at the moment may get even more benefit from joining you.

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Indian Granola

his granola is strangely addictive – there’s something deeply satisfying to starting the day with a bowl of crunchy homemade granola, it’s also great to munch on for a tasty snack. We’ve given this granola recipe a Spice Sister makeover with an Indian twist by adding turmeric, cinnamon and ginger. Add the fruit after baking, at the end as it is likely to burn. For really crunchy granola make sure the oats are completely coated before baking.

Ingredients 2 tbsp vegetable oil 125ml maple syrup 1tsp vanilla extract 1tsp ground turmeric 1tsp ground cinnamon ½ tsp ground ginger 300g jumbo rolled oats 50g sunflower seeds 35g sesame seeds 50g pumpkin seeds 100g flaked chopped almonds 100g mixed dried fruit/ berries Method Heat the oven to 150ºC/fan 130ºC/gas 2. Line a large baking tray.

In a large bowl mix the oil, maple syrup and vanilla, add the turmeric, cinnamon and ginger, whisk with a fork until blended.

Add the oats, sunflower, pumpkin, sesame seeds and almonds and mix well until all the oats are coated.

Tip the mixture onto the baking tray, spreading evenly. Bake for 10 minutes, take out of the oven and stir thoroughly; cook for another 10-15 minutes or until golden and crisp. Mix in the dried fruit, leave to cool at room temperature.

The granola can be stored in an airtight container for up to a month.

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Why taking a ‘power shower’ can help you to think more creatively

By Liz Connor, PA

The shower isn’t just a place for bad singing. Liz Connor hears why taking a moment under the water can help you problem-solve and dream up new ideas.

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When it comes to taking daily showers, there are generally two types of people – those who see jumping under the jets as a functional job to tick off in the morning, and those who savour being in the warm water and extend it for an extra five minutes or so.

Whichever camp you fall into, the benefits of taking a shower might be more than skin deep – and there’s a reason why many people get their best ideas when they’re daydreaming under the water.

A study by cognitive psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman found that 72% of people generate new ideas while they’re in the shower – giving themselves permission to daydream, which can be an important element to incubating creative thoughts.

The survey, which looked at 4,000 people aged 18 to 64 across eight different countries and was commissioned in 2014, revealed that 14% of people take showers for the specific purpose of dreaming up a new idea, for fresh thinking or for problem-solving.

Speaking at an Ignite80 (ignite80.com) panel, Kauffman said the “relaxing, solitary, and non-judgmental shower environment” may help people to think more creatively, as it allows “the mind to wander freely, causing people to be more open to their inner stream of consciousness and daydreams”.

Nikki Taylor is a busy entrepreneur who has tapped into the benefits of so-called ‘power showering’, using Kauffman’s idea of creative brainstorming to help generate new ideas. “Before I became a mum, I used to love journaling,” says Taylor, who runs a property consulting business (italy-propertyconsulting.com).

“The only time I really have to myself is when I’m in the shower, so I utilise that five to ten minutes to think about what I’m grateful for and to visualise what I want from my business in the future.”

Taylor says that when we journal, we tend to just head into autopilot and write down the same thoughts and feelings. By contrast: “When you’re thinking of ideas in the moment, especially in the shower, it’s a great way to daydream and manifest some biggerpicture ideas that you might not normally have time to think about.”

So how do you get in on the entrepreneurial power shower game?

“Some people might want to record their ideas and thinking processes using their smartphone while they’re in the shower, so you can listen back to it later,” she suggests.

Taylor says she prefers to start with affirmations – positive statements that can help you to challenge and overcome selfsabotaging and negative thoughts. “I say them out loud to myself in the shower, and then I’ll think about any problems I’m encountering in my business.

Being in the shower forces you to be away from your phone and your laptop, and I can’t think of any other time where you can creatively think without any interruptions.

I think it’s a really handy tip for anyone who’s time-poor like me,” she says, adding: “We get so caught up in life that journaling can become a bit of a chore. You always have that time in the shower that’s yours – away from emails, social media and PA Photo/Nikki Taylor other distractions.”

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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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You just need to start.

Have you ever been to one of those spectacular botanical gardens, or even just around to a friends and suffered a bit Article supplied by Lee Charlesworth with garden envy as you amaze at what has been done, the grandeur of it, the detail?

Most people would instantly assume that they couldn’t do it, that they don’t have the budget, that the maintenance must be ridiculous and ultimately that they don’t have green fingers. The simple fact is that you don’t need any of the above, all you need to do is to start.

I would always suggest it is wise to have a garden designer create a plan, something that gives you a direction, some positive goals to achieve along the way, but it’s not entirely essential if you have a vision. Some of the most impressive gardens I have ever seen have been created in a much more organic and less predetermined sense. The biggest difference about whether you choose to use a garden designer or not is the that a garden designer can give you a much better idea of a finished garden, allow for the growth of the plants to be planted, so you’re not having to cut or remove things in the future and having a garden design may push you that little bit more to actually starting.

As much as when I create a design and build a garden for a customer, it looks like a finished product - especially a few years down the line, gardens always require some tinkering, some changes, some new plants as everything starts to develop and become something that you could have only dreamed of.

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Those gardens that you may have marvelled at all started as small trees, small shrubs, that sneaky pathway may have been an addition at a later stage, but the simple fact remains that if the garden was never continued on next page started, then it would never be.

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Development and growth of a garden is the thing that takes it from nice, to wow, to breath taking. For me using a garden designer to give you that push, to lead you in a direction, to give you the insight and ideas you wouldn’t necessarily have had, is incredibly important. It ultimately saves you some mistakes and some cost, but as with everything in life, learning, developing and growing is something that is part of the fabric of humans and nature, and the only way to get somewhere is to start on the journey. continued from previous page

Charlesworth Gardens have been designing and creating gardens in the Costa Blanca for 20 years with many years’ experience prior to that in the UK developing and building gardens at some of the most prestigious homes. It doesn’t matter if you have a nook, a terrace, a small garden or a big one, we have the design and experience to create something amazing.

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Who needs a Companion?

We all do. Humans are social animals. We subconsciously crave companionship. What we can't get from our fellow humans, we garner from our "pets". But, in reality, our "pets" are defined in terms of cats and dogs. It's hard to cuddle up to an iguana, a spider, or a snake.

To create a successful partnership, obtain a pet as a successful companion, there are some inflexible rules that most of us are oblivious of.

To successfully obtain a companion, in most cases, we do it all wrong. We go into a pet store and we pick what we thinks is the cutest, or cuddliest, or friskiest, or some other criterion that we think will make the animal a suitable companion.

I will give you an uncomfortable rule: Don't select the animal. Let the animal select you!

A number of years ago, I was talking to a good friend of ours that had just returned from an animal rescue shelter with her newly acquired dog. It was a "reclaimed" greyhound. Sad to say, it looked pretty ratty. Its mottled coat of many colours and shades, its loping gait, its fear of stairs, all made it seem to be an unlikely companion candidate. Boy, I'd never chosen THAT dog!

But my friend explained. When she went to the animal rescue centre, she was advised to "just walk through the facility and look at all the dogs. The ones that would be successful companions will select you!" And so it was. As she walked amongst the dogs, most of them either ignored her, or politely stepped aside without looking at her. Only this one dog began to follow her around.

It became obvious after a while that this dog "fancied" her and wanted to join with her as her companion. So, she took the shelter's advice and the two immediately bonded. As she said, it didn't matter how the dog looked, or what quirks the dog had. It was obvious from the start that the dog wanted to be her companion and wanted her to be his.

We ran into each other a few years later. My friend admitted that this "rescue" dog was the best companion that she ever had. It was obedient, and went out of its way to please her. She was very pleased with "her" choice.

I've found that the same technique works for mature cats (I'm partial to cats - they are more independent than dogs, and are easier for me to take care of). After our cat of twenty-two years finally succumbed, we went to a well-renowned cattery, and I merely walked through the facility. Most of cats ignored me. Some politely deferred to me, but weren't really interested. One, however, began following me around. When I sat down, the cat jumped up on the seat beside me. I tentatively reached out my hand to pet her. As I reached out, she sniffed my hand, then immediately got up and rubbed vigorously on my hand and arm. Then it jumped into my lap! I knew right then and there that this was the companion for me.

LUCAS, male, Terrier Mix, DOB10.2007 – 48cm. Lucas has probably been beaten as if you raise your hand quickly he growls. He behaves well towards other dogs, is house trained, good on the lead and would be great for someone who wants a friend with character. Please call 618 754 635 or visit www.apasa.eu.

Zane, about 3 years old, recently went on a home trial and was the perfect dog. He is house trained, very loving, good with other dogs and loves children and attention. The only problem is that he has separation anxiety and needs a little help getting used to being left alone. He is castrated and disease free. Email akirashelter@aol.com or phone 657 689 567. Visit him at the shelter - open Monday to Sunday.

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

Charlie was found in Finestrat in March this year, he is around 2/3 years old. He is a little timid but very affectionate and desperate for a forever home. If you are interested call: 685 524 049. Benidorm Animal Shelter (Protectora de Animales y Plantas Benidorm).

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 Darcy is a beautiful small podenco, she is 7 years old and is super friendly. She is healthy and so sweet and is sociable with other dogs. This little lady really deserves a home of her own. Please call 650 304 746 or email p.e.p.a.animalcharity@gmail.com Brave, one of our Podencos. A stunning boy rescued from the streets. Understandably shy of people and he needs a chance to blossom in a home of his own. Sociable with other dogs, approximately 3 years and castrated. Contact apropego@gmail.com or call 654 616 043.

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

WHEN?

The following events all occurred in a year in living memory. Can you guess the year?

A 1. Dudley Moore was born 2. Greta Garbo starred in Anna Karenina 3. Colonel T E Lawrence Lawrence of Arabia - died 4. Percy Shaw set up Reflecting Roadstuds Ltd to make 'Cat's Eyes' B 1. 1. Film director Alfred Hitchcock died 2. Robert De Niro starred in Raging Bull 3. The Pretenders had a UK No.1 hit with Brass In Pocket 4. Smallpox was claimed to have been eliminated as a human disease

C 1.1. Sandie Shaw had a UK No.1 hit with Puppet On A String 2. Dustin Hoffman and Anne Bancroft starred in The Graduate 3. Former Prime Minister Clement Attlee died 4. BBC2 began regular colour broadcasting

D 1. A Clockwork Orange caused controversy at the cinema.

2. George Harrison had a UK No.1 single with My Sweet Lord.

3. David Tennant was born.

4. Princess Anne was named.

BBC Sportswoman Of The Year.

E 1. Sean Connery starred in Thunderball 2. The Walker Brothers had a UK No.1 single with Make It Easy On Yourself 3. Train robber Ronald Biggs escaped from prison

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FOUR Ws 1 WHO...was the actress married to musician JeanMichel Jarre from 19761996?

WHAT...is the nationality of the Formula 1 motor car racing driver Narain Karthikeyan?

WHERE...in Africa are the provinces of Gauteng, Limpopo and Mpumalanga?

WHEN...did Harry Redknapp become amanager of Queens Park Rangers?

2 WHO...recorded the UK No.1 single Mi Chico Latino?

WHAT...US state lies due north of Wyoming?

WHERE...was rugby union's Heineken Cup Final held in May 2013?

WHEN...did actor Ewan McGregor marry Eve Mavrakis?

3 WHO…was the Roman equivalent of Athena, goddess of wisdom?

WHAT…insect does the adjective formicine refer to?

WHERE…is the second smallest country (by land mass) in the world?

WHEN…did Geoffrey Rush win his Best Actor Oscar for Shine?

4 WHO…also wrote under the pseudonym Boz? WHAT…does a deltiologist collect?

WHERE…did the ancient Greeks and Romans refer to as Albion?

WHEN…did Ronald Reagan become the 40th President of the USA?

FOUR Ws ANSWERS

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1:Charlotte Rampling; Indian; South Africa; 2012..

2:Geri Halliwell; Montana; Aviva Stadium, Dublin; 1995.

3: Minerva; The ant; Monaco; 1997.

4: Charles Dickens; Postcards; England; 1981.

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A: 1935 B: 1980 C: 1967 D: 1971 E: 1965

REMEMBER WHEN ANSWERS

Female Focus Magazine September 2020 Page 30 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.

WORD SPIRAL

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1. Untidy state 2. Chair 3. Therefore 4. Condiment 5. Neckwear items 6. Ride on waves 7. Movie 8. Female servant 9. Corgis, say 10. Dimensions, bigness 11. Muslim ruler 12. Housetop 13. Young horse 14. Plant part 15. Unwanted fat 16. Cutting remark Key word clue: A game

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WORDSPIRAL 2 - CLUES 1. Unable to hear 2. Disgusting 3. Weaving apparatus 4. Earth's satellite 5. Bird's home 6. Body powder 7. Moderately cold 8. Minus 9. Rebuff 10. Dandy 11. Asian language 12. Single entity 13. Small branch 14. Sport 15. Business company 16. Insect Key word clue: Chemical element

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Joe Swash and Stacey Solomon on navigating a blended family

By Prudence Wade, PA

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rudence Wade finds out about the ups and downs of step families, and why the key to success is communication.

The traditional idea of a family unit being two parents, two children, and a dog, is increasingly outdated – and we’ve become much more used to blended families.

Take singer and presenter Stacey Solomon, and her partner, fellow presenter and actor Joe Swash, who have four boys between them, all under one roof: Harry, 13, from Swash’s previous relationship, Zach, 12, and Leighton, 8, from Solomon’s previous relationships, and together they have one-year-old Rex. Admittedly, blending two families together is not always the easiest thing to do. London-born Swash, 38, refers to it as a “long process” with its “ups and downs”, but says “it’s well worth it in the end”.

Both Solomon and Swash note it can be a constant effort to keep things running smoothly and everyone happy. “Even sometimes, when you think you’ve got the balance right, something will happen and you’ll have to start again from zero,” says Solomon, 30, with a groan.

Swash agrees it’s a “continuous” process, saying, “We still have issues and problems we have to deal with.”

And they aren’t alone. So what is the key bit of advice they’d give to anyone in a similar situation? “The best thing we’ve learnt over the years is communication,” says Dagenham-born Solomon. “Trying to be as open and honest as possible with the kids.”

She also recommends celebrating the other parents involved, from your previous relationship(s). “It’s very difficult sometimes to do that, and there are lots of different circumstances which determine whether you can or can’t physically do that,” she acknowledges. “No break-up is nice and there are reasons why you broke up with that person, but I think trying to remain as positive, uplifting and happy about that person is the best thing we could’ve done for the kids.”

“At the end of the day, it’s for the kids,” continues Swash. “It’s not for us – we’re adults, we’ve had our parents, we’ve had our childhood. It’s our job now to give them the best childhood they could possibly imagine.”

The couple have been together since 2016, and even with the parental struggles of coordinating everyone’s different schedules, combined with parenting in a pandemic, Swash says: “We wouldn’t change it for the world – we might even add to it in a few years’ time. We love having a house full of kids and the thing is, when we get old, they’ve got to look after us – so we’re winning!

“We’ll never be lonely old people,” he says happily.

Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash are in partnership with Pampers (pampers.co.uk).

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www.femalefocusonline.com Costa Blanca Male Voice Choir: The choir is hoping to find a way to start rehearsing again in this month for its autumn programme of concerts, whilst ensuring social distancing and safeguarding the health of its members. Meanwhile, check out their website: costablancamalevoicechoir.wikidot.com

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Note from Benny: After 12 years of publication, the Diary is still going strong. Despite several months of lockdown, most of our stalwart entertainers are now dusting themselves down and 'Once more, stepping unto the breach'. Unfortunately, a few groups have gone to the wall, whilst others are taking a breather and will be re-launching their talents either later this year, or during the early part of 2021. So please support your local group when and where you get the opportunity. Don´t forget, all groups in this column are non-profit making and donate all proceeds to local charities.

Caprice Ladies Choir: The Choir are gradually getting back to small scale outdoor rehearsals, mixed with an element of online participation, so it will still be a while before they can entertain you again. They are, however, building up their repertoire ready for when they are able to perform safely. For more information about Caprice, check their website: www.capriceladieschoir.com or contact Aileen on 696 514 613.

Careline Theatre: This month they will be holding their read thru and auditions for next January's big classic panto, `Sleeping Beauty´. Rehearsals commence in October, 'Covid' willing. They will perform the production over a longer period to allow the audiences to be seated safely. Box Office will open from November.

Info on read thru and audition dates: carelinetheatre1@gmail.com

Jávea Players: Buoyed by the success of his `Master of the Musical show´, Roger Brown will next star in 'Bing to Bublé', a compilation of popular songs, on 24th, 25th and 26th September. There will also be fun Fund-raising events on 23rd and 26th October, in the Jávea Players’ Studio, to help raise muchneeded funds as Covid-19 meant the cancellation of the spring production and the summer show could only go ahead with 50% capacity audience. Why not join the Players and keep informed of what’s going on? For more info: www.javeaplayers.com Phoenix Dancers: The Dancers have been working hard, despite this dreaded epidemic. They have a production ready and waiting so if any charity needs them, just let them know when and where. They are still on the lookout for a male singer.

The ability to dance as well would be great, but not essential. Anyone interested please get in touch with Phaedra: 670 290 896.

Sounds Familiar: The Company are looking forward to their next production `Magic of the Musicals´ to be performed early in 2021. If you are interested in joining this group, or would like more information, please contact Philip on 96 558 1483 or philip@soundsfamiliar.es The Chaplaincy Singers: Due to new Covid rules the Chaplaincy Singers will now present their concert Glorious, an invitation to Joy, on Friday 11 September at the Ermita Sant Josep, La Fustera at 7.30 pm. Tickets are limited so please contact musical director Philip Ashley 965 581 483 or Eileen 607 706 904.

Valley Voices: The Voices are hoping to restart rehearsals week beginning September 7th with a new and exciting programme - restrictions allowing of course. The plan is to have live rehearsals, but this may develop into a mixture of Zoom to suit all members. The next production is being hopefully scheduled for December or January.

For further information call: 634 301 483 or contact them directly on: 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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The Drunken Duck, Alfaz Del Pi Pitstop Perfection by Allan Silver

If you fancy a quiet drink, in a bar in a Plaza, where the welcome is warm and the beer is cold, then look no further than The Drunken Duck in Alfaz Del Pi. Gary and Nicki have established a bar that is popular with locals (and not so locals) and always greet you with a smile and good humour. In fact, I'd go as far as to say, their easy going manner means that even in the heat of the day, it’s a place you can take the weight off your feet and quickly recharge your batteries - as well as taking a breather from the heat under the parasols on the terrace.

The Drunken Duck is like any decent pub/bar, a community hub with its own pool team and darts. They have regular quiz nights and are always thinking of ideas that make it such a great place.

When it comes to food, Nicki points out that they're not a restaurant, but do make good honest homemade bar food such as their home made burgers. Perfect if want a quick drink and some 'pub grub'. I particularly enjoyed their ploughman's which easily filled me up and was great value for money!

The Drunken Duck can be found in Salvador Dali Plaza in Alfaz Del Pi. It’s about 100m across from the Casa De Cultura. Open from 10am to midnight, so pop in anytime. They are very active on Facebook (search The Drunken Duck Alfaz) where you can get a feel for what to expect and you can call on 966 58 06 17.

For me, it’s the perfect spot to take a breather and easy to recommend.

The photos used were taken pre Covid, of course all measures are now being adhered to.

Please call for opening info.

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Plus couples therapy. Phone Tanya on 634 35 48 92 to arrange an appointment.

ARE YOU SUFFERING through another person drinking? Help is available Al-Anon meets every Thursday in Benidorm at 5pm. The meeting is in Calle Jardines not far from the Railway Station. Our contact number is 634 758 539.

I BUY RECORDS LPs, EPs, SINGLES. 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s years.

Good prices paid. Tel. 962 851 809 - 622 750 117.

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Call Kelly on 96 503 5063. (12/19F) FREE CONSULTATION - BOOK NOW, Does the weather ruin your make-up. Permanent Eyebrows & Eyeliner are the perfect solution.

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THE INTERPRETER, for all your English/Spanish interpreting & translations. Based close to Denia Hospital & surrounding medical centres. Emergency 24 hour call out for Denia Hospital. CALL 686 320 435 or email candidawright@gmail.com HARRIS FURNISHINGS - British furniture store offering a fabulous range of quality furniture including sofas, chairs, corner sofas, sofa beds, recliners, rise-recliners, beds, coffee tables etc. Famous brand names including Parker Knoll.

Pedreguer Ind. Estate. 96 646 9371 sales@harrisfurnishings.com INSURANCE SPECIALISTS fully comp car insurance from 279â‚Ź. For all your insurance needs: house, home, business, marine, car, health.

Call Insurance Altea 96 584 0753

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General house cleaning, change overs, deep cleans and builders cleans. New Fogging Disinfection Service now available. Covering Denia, Javea and surrounding villages. (English and Spanish spoken) Call now 633 624 232 www.jennyscleaningservices.com AWNINGS, BLINDS, MOSQUITO nets, Commercial & Garage doors, Shower screens & doors.

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BUILDING & PLUMBING SERVICES. No job to big or small, from a re-grout to a new build. Experienced and all work guaranteed. Call Nicholas 696 949 220.

UPHOLSTERY SERVICE Tired or broken furniture? From small repairs to complete recovers for home, garden, car or boat. Indoor & outdoor cushion covers. Pergola and parasol covers. Leather and fabric cleaning.

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96 646 9371 or email: sofamedico@harrisfurnishings.com BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION Specialised in residential property refurbishment. Kitchens/ Bathrooms, Windows /Doors, Reforms/ Extensions, Electrics/ Plumbing, Tiling/ Terraces, Roofing/ Rejas, Tosca Specialists. Over 30 years experience. All areas Gandia to Benidorm and Inland. w w w. s o v e r e i g n - c o n s t r u c t i o n . com 662 097 598 or email: sovereignconstruction@gmail.com GLAZING & AWNING SPECIALISTS All kinds of glazing systems, roofing solutions and awnings, windows, arched windows, conservatories, doors and interior glass doors.

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GLAZE N SAVE convert your single glazed windows and doors to double glazed units without changing the frames. Very cost effective and a clean process. This is not secondary glazing. For more information call Gary 662 455 960 or 96 671 2832 email gary@glazensave.es.

Web: www.glazensave.es TRANSLATOR AND INTERPRETER English/Spanish. All legal, medical and business matters. Covering the Costa Blanca. Contact: 658 957 404 or ejbtranslations@gmail.com MAN AND VAN for hire, cheap & reliable. Jalon valley & surrounding areas. 96 648 0757 (9.30-1.30) or 636 100 873.

COYS RENT A CAR is an independent Car Hire company operating from Alicante airport, Torrevieja and the surrounding areas.

To get a quote, look at our website: www.coysrent-a-car.com COYS PARKING provide 6 month or 1 year contracts to park your car at Alicante airport, look at our website and click on Coys Parking www.coysrent-a-car.com

Misc Sales

2 single quilts 12€, 2 double quilts 16€. All just back from Laundry good condition. Will sell separate.

Buyer collects, parcent area. Call 638 176 866.

WASHING MACHINE TOPLOADER, like new, only 85€. Benissa area. Tel: 626 165 567.

ELECTRIC MOBILITY SCOOTER shoprider 250€. Jalon valley area.

Tel: 670 305 569.

DEWALT ROUTER 625E various a c c e s s o r i e s v. g . c . 8 5 € Te l : 670 305 569. Jalon valley area.

SKIPS IMMEDIATELY AVAILABLE Small, Medium, Large skips for Building, Gardening, Mixed loads.

Also earth, gravel etc available for delivery. Call Contenedores Mata on 96 579 0172 or 679 440 046.

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BUY TO RENT - Spacious townhouse, 2 bed, 2 bath €70,000. Long term tenant. La Marina, San Fulgencio, 10 min to the beach, 20 min airport. Tel. 96 679 6236.

6 ROOMED APARTMENT for sale in well run block in Gata de Gorgos. 2 baths, fully furnished, not overlooked good amenities, rail station, cinema, cafes, restaurants, and walks, on main bus route. Telephone 679 921 045.

PROPERTIES WANTED Casa Ambiente in Moraira urgently require properties to replace those we have recently sold and additionally, to meet the increasing demand we are seeing from International Buyers. We are centrally located, professional, honest, accredited, and speak 5 languages. With 25 years' experience in the local market, we know what it takes and are highly motivated to sell your property. Isn't it time you experienced the Casas Ambiente difference! Visit our website www.casas-ambiente.com or pop in meet the team in Av de la Paz 10b, Moraira. If you prefer, email contact@casas-ambiente.com or simply call 96 649 8595.

F O R S A L E – H A R RY S B A R , QUESADA, Quesada. Unique opportunity to purchase this well-established popular bar /restaurant. Freehold. Call Joanne for more information on 693 494 951.SELLING YOUR PROPERTY? List with Casitas Iberica in Jávea and we will sell your house. Our exclusive listings benefit from professional internal and external photos, plus a free Virtual Tour. No Obligation Valuations.

Tel: 96 579 4408 / 686 453 801. www.casitasiberica.com ACHIEVE RENTAL INCOME from your property. For more than 35 years Aguila Rent A Villa SL has specialised in holiday rentals in Javea, Denia and surroundings. Trusted and professional. 96 647 0830 Email: mail@aguilarent.com or visit www.aguilarent.com FREE PROPERTY ADVERTS To get your free 3 month property for sale advert send your advert content (up to 40 words) to classifieds@ femalefocusonline.com - Please include your name, NIE or passport number and address, this is not for publishing but we must have these details on file. And remember you can also send a photo to go with your advert that will be published with your wording on the website. (Wording only in the Female Focus and QF Focus Magazines.)

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Down: 1 Pilferer; 2 Accent; 3 Glad; 4 Fair play; 5 Relies; 6 Full; 11 Released; 13 Relation; 15 Vanish; 17 Astute; 19 Hoot; 21 None.

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