A Lasting Image to Remember
If you or your loved one are in your latter years, don't you want to leave a picture of yourself that is really you, that captures the way you want to be remembered. A picture that your loved ones will cherish for generations?
I can provide a photo portrait service that does this in your own home. I saw the need for this after visiting a bereaved friend. She told me how their local photographer, in his studio, had struggled to get a picture of her husband that captured his character and personality without showing signs of his Parkinson’s disease. He succeeded and my friend could not stop looking at the picture.
I have been a serious amateur photographer since the age of 13. When my first daughter was born prematurely and placed out of sight in a incubator for days, I put a photograph of her by my wife’s bedside within hours to help strengthen the bonding process. It was easy for me because I was a doctor in the same hospital. Doing that was completely new in 1969 but is normal today.
I am now a retired family doctor using my skills as a doctor and photographer to satisfy this occasional need. If this resonates with you, e-mail me or phone me (Doug) and we can perhaps start a conversation. The cost is modest.
privategp@btinternet.com 07584 036 300 Full information on website https://dougjenkinson.myportfolio.com
FUTURE PROOF HOME IMPROVEMENTS
Welcometo Ken’s Garden Plants
Where you will find we have a colourful choice ofseasonal bedding plants, filled hanging baskets and planters. Available now are our quality plants including nonstop and trailing begonias, annual dahlias, fuchsias, marigolds, million bells, surfinias, herbaceous perennials, alpines for rockeries, pots and lots more. Please contact Ken onor text/WhatApp for further details and to arrange to view our plants at
For inspiration and planting ideas you are cordially invited to visit us on the Loughborough Gardener’s Fair on 1st Sunday ofeach month inclusive ofAugust 3rd and September 7th 07778 482 608 62 Knightthorpe Rd, Loughborough LE11 4JT
Emma’s Pilates Course - All Levels Welcome
At 11.30am at Hoton Village Hall Also at 1.15pm at the Bush Bowls Club, off Nanpantan Rd
The course will run in a 10 week block as it takes at least six weeks to start to see any benefits at all. If for any reason you are unable to attend a session, there are catch up options at other classes or failing that we will send a video for you to do in your own time, so it’s a win-win!
Free,
Why not come and try ano obligation class and see how you get on?
Places are limited, so book early to avoid disappointment!
To secure your place or if you have any questions please contact me via Mobile 07798 704 167 or Website: http://www.annetteholliday.co.uk
Dear Readers
The Hope Bell was unveiled in Queens Park on 4th July. A fitting tribute to the NHS, keyworkers and as a reminder of how local communities rallied round one another during the Covid 19 pandemic. A place of reflection to remember those we lost and a beacon of hope for the future. It is well worth a visit and to hear it chime.
The recipe this issue is for my lemon shortbread. I can remember making this as a child and it is still as delicious today and so easy to make. Why not get the children to have a go at making it?
Don’t forget to let us have your entries to the crossword with your name and address attached. We have had a few lately without.
If ever your magazine does not get delivered as it should, please let me know so I can investigate. Our contact details are always in the magazine.
At Abbeyfield, Loughborough, we pride ourselves on offering exceptional, person-centred Dementia Care in a warm and supportive environment. Westfield House is more than just a residential home - it's a vibrant and welcoming place where life is celebrated, every day. Our dedicated team is committed to making every moment meaningful for our residents, with engaging activities, special outings and a true sense of community.
We believe our residents really feel like part of a family here. We organise activities that suit a wide range of backgrounds and our Face-book page shows the results. Seeing and hearing the participation is key to our success and as the pictures show, everyone joins in making memories.
At Abbeyfield, Loughborough every day offers something new. Whether it’s Fish and Chips in the park, having a sing along, a wedding anniversary or birthday celebration with friends and family or a slow trip on the Soar, we endeavour to make each day count.
In recent weeks our residents have joined together with Hazel on the accordion, enjoyed our annual beach party, played bingo, made cakes, visited East Midlands Aeropark where much discussion was had and memories shared.
We are proud to be part of such a caring and connected community.
For more information visit abbeyfieldloughborough.co.uk or contact us directly. We would love to hear from you.
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Dates for your diary!
Mountsorrel Memorial Centre have several events on:
29th August
The Dandy Rooms
7th Sept
Elvis from Memphis to Vegas
10th Sept
Tiny Tims Biggest Adventure
12th Sept
Motown, Soul, Northern Soul Night
16th to 20th Sept
BATS present Shrek, the Musical
26th Sept
Good Times - A tribute to Nile Rodgers and Chic
For more info please ring 0116 230 4877 or go to the website www.mmcvenue.co.uk
Leics & Rutland Wildife Trust
10th Sept
The Making of Springwatch with Jack Baddams, Springwatch cameraman & naturalist
- for more info 01162 629 968 www.lrwt.org.uk
Central Meditation Group
On 29th June Central Meditation Group is holding a“Super Sunday Meditational Expressing our Humanity”event, 2pm to 6pm at Charnwood Rd Community Centre in Shepshed, LE12 9QE. During the afternoon there will be two periods of meditation guided by an expert teacher, some teaching, plenty of discussion and free tea/coffee during a break. The event is suitable for beginners and those experienced in meditation. Everyone is welcome and there is no need for advance booking. Nothing unusual is involved (no chanting and we sit on normal chairs)
Cost is £5 - Free private car Park and is next to bus stop For further info, text Chris on 07484 663 241.
Rachel’s Easy
Lemon Shortbread
100g soft salted butter
175g plainflour
50g golden castersugar zest ofa large unwaxed lemon
Heat ovento150C/130Cfan/gas 2 and grease a22cm loose. bottomedtarttin.
Putthe butterin abowland beat untilsoft. Beat inthe sugar, then stirinthe lemon zest Stir . aen colour sprinkle serve. Enjoy ntheflourandworkwithyourhandstoform asoft dough. Tip intothetin and press into an even,flat layerPrickallover with aforkand bake inthe ovenfor40 mins untilpale gold . Cut intowedgesthen leaveto coolcompletelyinthetin.
Removefromthetin andwith castersugarto
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