The Community Mag - December 2019

December 2019

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Repairs & Refurbishment carried out on all makes and models of Washing Machines, Dishwashers, Tumble/Spin Driers, Vacuum Cleaners, Fridges, Freezers, Cookers etc.

Editor’s Foreword DEAR SANTA, FOR THIS ELECTION I WANT...

Well… something is actually happening!! A general election, no less.

I have to admit that I’m a torn voter at the moment and so, now that we’re finally here, I don’t feel able to promote any one party to you. So I thought, seeing as they have had the power for 9 years, I’d just refresh all your memories of their track record.

Food Bank usage has grown over 1000% since the Conservatives came to power.

Despite claiming that austerity would ‘fix’ the national debt, they have doubled it to almost 2 trillion pounds.

We are now one of the worst performing economies in the world.

Over 120,000 deaths have been attributed as resulting from austerity measures.

The Conservatives gave us Brexit, which has marred British politics and sowed anger and division throughout the UK. As well as being found guilty of election fraud as a party, there are individual cases of Conservative members being found guilty of election fraud too.

The Conservatives are accepting money from wealthy Russian oligarchs with links to the Kremlin, and are refusing to publish a report that highlights the extent of this and of Russian involvement in the referendum.

The Conservatives are overseeing the piecemeal breaking of the NHS (in England) sector by sector, with over £9 billion of the NHS budget now going to private providers.

It is also likely that they want to allow US drug firms the opportunity to hike drug prices for the NHS after discussions were uncovered as having taken place.

Boris Johnson is proven a serial liar, he even casually tells small, unimportant lies to people he meets during PR events.

The Conservatives have brought politics and journalism into disrepute, allowing and normalising the proliferation of lies and dishonesty to confuse and disarm the electorate.

The Conservatives believe that we are all stupid, and are here for them to take advantage of.

The Conservatives have already started referring to Wales as ‘West Britain’.

There, I feel better after that! So I’m not going to tell you who to vote for, just vote for anyone but the Conservatives. Who knows, maybe in a few weeks we could be having a happy and HOPEFUL Christmas at last!

Have a very Merry Christmas everyone!

Phil If you want to write to the magazine our address is: Community Mag, 8 Darren Road, Ystalyfera, Swansea SA9 2HP. You can also e-mail us at mail@communitymag.co.uk.

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GREEN WASTE COLLECTIONS ENDING SOON Powys residents are being reminded that the county council’s new garden waste collection service ends for the winter in November.

The service, which was launched by the county council’s recycling and waste service in April, introduced a fortnightly paid for service collecting garden waste directly from households.

Nearly 8,500 households have subscribed to the £35 service this year receiving an additional 240-litre or 120-litre wheeled bin for garden waste. The last fortnightly kerbside collection will be on the 22nd November and then restart in March 2020.

Corporate Director for Environment Nigel Brinn said: “I’m delighted with the success of our new garden waste collection service. We would like to thank those who subscribed during the year and I hope they enjoyed the benefits of having their garden waste collected from their doorstep and will sign up again for 2020.

“The collection service meant that households didn’t have to get their cars dirty by filling them up with grass cuttings. It has also been good for the environment with residents spending less money on fuel and reducing car journeys to waste collection points.”

Residents who want to join the service for 2020 don’t have long to wait until the scheme reopens and have the added bonus of no price increase for the coming year.

You can re-subscribe from January with residents asked to visit www.powys.gov.uk/ gardenwaste for details or call 01597 827465.

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All Mechanical Work Carried Out On All Types of Vehicles

Crossword

Answers on page 66

DOWN ACROSS

1. Precious aquatic creature? (8) 5. Taxi charge sounds reasonable (4) 8. Garble a mixture of mathematics (7) 9. Pinch some turnips (3) 11. Hanker for Japanese currency (3) 12. Rodent computer accessory (5) 14. Keen to agree for a change (5) 15. Robber in camera ID error (6) 17. Essential nuclear potato microbe (6) 21. Overweight in wardrobe selection (5) 22. Found shelf in jumbled gear (5) 23. Paddle found in cupboard (3) 24. ___ West, actress and lifesaver (3) 25. Slang is put another way for communications (7) 27. Strongbox sounds secure (4) 28. Set apart confused lost idea (8)

1. Structure of language in diagram margin (7) 2. Found written record in Cologne (3) 3. Initially replaced kind of square furniture item with French story (5) 4. Measuring devices found on fish (6) 6. Occurrence, not odd, end of August (5) 7. Sounds noble but not as a day job (6) 10. Dry map I exchanged for Egyptian tomb (7) 13. Always the same distinctive clothing (7) 16. Less than a dozen in ukulele venture (6) 18. Crumpled as a result of buckled red case (7) 19. Creatures found in direction between British capital and head of state (6) 20. Parts of skeleton in carbon estimate (5) 22. Marble galleries are within the law, essentially (5) 26. Small creature found in pantry (3) 7

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FOR JANUARY 2019

Photograph by Jeanine Bishopp.

If you’d like to see your photo on The Weather Outlook send it to phil@communitymag.co.uk

by Jonathan Powell, Swansea Sound Weatherman

After a fairly lenient December, January won't be as kind with regards to the weather although not as potentially harsh as it could be, with that attribute possibly reserved for February. Expect a mix throughout January as low and high pressure systems jostle for dominance, neither one providing a deciding blow to the other. The upshot is that whereas there will be wintry incursions with sleet and snow, an elongated passage of severely cold winter weather looks unlikely, that particular scenario most probably set to fall upon regions much further north than our location. In the mix some sharp frosts, but also milder and wetter interludes. As with recent years, it may well be left to February to produce the sting in winter's tale. Rainfall is expected to be above the average with temperatures also above average.

Jonathan Powell, Tuesday, December 12th 2019

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Have A Cosy New Year!

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Will your Fence weather the next storm?

With Autumn upon us – it’s the perfect time to start preparing your garden for the Winter weather. At the point the fence blows down or rots and falls it becomes Ə ȸƺƏǼ ǝƺƏƳƏƬǝƺ ƏȇƳ Əȇ ɖȸǕƺȇɎ ȵȸȒƫǼƺȅ ɎȒ ˡ ɴ in order to keep your garden secure.

Many customers install ColourFence for the peace of mind that storms won’t leave them the bill, and hassle involved in getting urgent repairs done. ColourFence stands up to the British weather, resisting rusting and rotting in the rain, cracking, warping or shrinking in the sun and fallen panels when the wind blows.

entire length of the 25-year guarantee.* Don’t wait for your fence to blow down this winter, our revolutionary metal garden fencing is the cost effective, low maintenance alternative to traditional fencing, call now for a free, no-obligation site survey and quote today.

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59 SKODA YETI 2.0 TDi S,SILVER,PAS, ALLOYS,R/C/L,FSH, 117K, 1 OWNER SOLD 14 FIAT PUNTO 1.2 EASY, 5 DR,BLACK,PAS,ALLOYS,R/C/L,81K, FSH, MOT

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61 PEUGEOT 207 1.4 HDi ACTIVE,5 DR, SILVER,PAS,R/C/L,E/W,£30 TAX,MOT SOLD 60 CITROEN C3 1.6 HDi EXCLUSIVE, 5 DR,BLUE,PAS,ALLOYS,74K, £20 TAX

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59 FIAT 500 1.2i LOUNGE, 3 DR, WHITE, PAS,ALLOYS,R/C/L,FSH,55K,£30 TAX

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59 PEUGEOT 207 1.6 HDi SW SPORT, BLACK,PAS,ALLOYS,FSH,73K, £30 TAX

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£ 2,395

08 FORD FOCUS 1.6 TDCi STYLE ESTATE,WHITE, PAS,C/L,FSH, 114K, £30 TAX

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57 FORD FIESTA 1.4 TDCi ZETEC, RED,PAS ALLOYS,R/C/L,E/W,FSH,105K,MOT

£ 1,695

06 SEAT ALTEA 1.9 TDi, MET. RED, PAS,ALLOYS,R/C/L,E/W,104K, NEW MOT SOLD 58 FORD FIESTA 1.4 TDCi VAN, 3 DOOR, RED,PAS,R/C/L,111K, SH, MOT 2020

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05 SUBARU FORESTER 2.0i XT, SILVER,PAS,ALLOYS,C/L,E/W,LTHR,116K

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04 LANDROVER FREELANDER TD4 SE,GREEN,PAS,ALLOYS,C/L,FSH,127K

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Practise locations - Upper Swansea Valley, Neath and Swansea.

CHRISTMAS MASS TIMES Tuesday December 24th Christmas Eve 5.30pm Children’s Mass of Christmas - St. Benedict’s Clydach 7.30pm Carols - Sacred Heart Ystradgynlais 8.00pm Mass of Christmas - Sacred Heart Ystradgynlais 10.00pm Vigil Mass of Christmas - St. Benedict’s Clydach Wednesday December 25th Christmas Day 10.00am Mass of Christmas Morning - St. Benedict’s Clydach

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Evening to continue with a party!!!

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A very happy and holy Christmas to you all.

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Allech chi FAETHU plentyn fel Harry?

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Could you FOSTER a child like Harry?

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07974 023511

ANNUAL 5 MILE BOXING DAY RACE

Since 1986 this 5 mile race has attracted runners from all over the British Isles and occasionally further afield to the small town of Glynneath.

The “GLYNNEATH FIVE BOXING DAY RACE” attracted 465 runners last year, most of them “FUN RUNNERS”.

The “ELITE” element is always present and the record time of 23 minutes 49 seconds, set up by KRIS JONES (SWANSEA HARRIERS) illustrates this. During the last few years the elite runners of Swansea Harriers have dominated the race. They are trained by the outstanding Elite Coach – GEORGE EDWARDS. The race is started by local celebrity MAX BOYCE in his own unique way.

Race organiser, ARTHUR PHILLIPS, is expecting a record turnout. Each year, more and more absolute are using the race as a starting point. It is also a very good course, slightly undulating, for fast times, for club and elite runners.

The 33rd running of the GLYNNEATH 5 MILE RACE and FUN RUN will take place on DECEMBER 26th at 11a.m. Late entries are accepted on the day at RACE H.Q. - SOCIAL CLUB, High Street, Glynneath.

LOCAL RUNNERS are defined by their Postcode – SA11 5All early entries are “online”.

A Very popular award is the IMPROVER TROPHY – 50 last year. These are awarded for runners who have improved their LAST YEAR’S TIME (even by 1 second).

The HAGGIS runners from Scotland, the COFFIN DODGERS from Cardiff and the ALPINE STICKS are unusual entries in the race.

Each runner who completes the 5 MILE RACE is awarded a first class medal at the famous SOCIAL CLUB, High Street, Glynneath, after the race.

Over 120 trophies are awarded each year. All 5 YEAR CATEGORIES are to the the Veteran Runners. First 3 in all categories are awarded straight after the race at the SOCIAL CLUB. The younger element under 18 years are also categorised, with similar awards.

FANCY DRESS by some runners – awarded with fancy dress souvenirs.

The youngest runner of the race will be a 15 year old. The oldest runner, already entered will be ALLAN SMITH (3M’s) at 86 years of age. He holds the over 80’s title.

The “TEENAGE ELITE” are usually dominated by NEATH HARRIERS, led by the well known Development Coach, STEVE JONES. “SPECIAL CATEGORY” prizes are an important part of the “PRESENTATION CEREMONY” at the Social Club after the race – Father & Son, Father & Daughter, Mother & Son, Mother & Daughter and Husband & Wife (Open Categories & Local Categories).

Top class Women runners have also dominated the race – NON STANFORD and HELEN JENKINS (OLYMPIANS), Two years, record breaker CARYL JONES (SWANSEA HARRIERS) – now holds the record time of 27 minutes 28 seconds.

LOCAL RUNNERS are gradually becoming an important of the race.

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Got a really sore throat? Think you need a prescription? Before ringing for a GP appointment, check out the 22 pharmacists in Swansea and Neath Port Talbot who can now give you antibiotics for sore throats caused by a bacterial infection.

The pharmacies (listed below) are offering an as-you-wait swab test which determines immediately if your sore throat is caused by a strep infection. If it is, they can give you antibiotics there and then.

If it’s not, then antibiotics won’t help, and you’ll be offered paracetamol or ibuprofen instead.

The 22 pharmacies are the first in the Swansea Bay University Health Board area to offer the new service from 1st December, but more will be coming on board in the following months.

The service is free and no appointment is necessary.

The pharmacists have had extra training to offer the new service, which is designed to make it easier for people to get quick and effective care for a common, but very uncomfortable condition. It also means that GPs’ time which was spent seeing patients with sore throats every day can now be spent with other patients - who might have more complex health needs - instead.

And another important benefit is that it prevents antibiotics being prescribed unnecessarily. GPs don’t have access to instant testing, so traditionally have prescribed antibiotics based on symptoms alone, rather than checking the type of bug causing it.

This has meant sore throats caused by viruses, rather than bacteria, have been inappropriately treated with antibiotics. Not only is this pointless - as antibiotics don’t work against viruses - but it increases the serious worldwide problem of antibiotic resistance, where over-use of antibiotics means more and more are losing the ability to fight infections.

Taking antibiotics you don’t need isn’t good for you generally either, as they can lead to upset stomachs because the healthy flora in your gut is affected by them.

The new service, called the Community Pharmacy Sore Throat Test and Treat service (STTT), is expected to benefit thousands of patients a year across Swansea and Neath Port Talbot. It follows successful pilots in two other health board areas in Wales (Betsi Cadwaladr and Cwm Taf UHBs).

Umar Hussain, Primary Pharmacist at Lloyds Pharmacy, Baglan, said: “This new service can save a lot of time for patients. A surgery may only have an appointment free in the evening or a few days later, but here they can walk in and may only need to wait 10 to 20 minutes.

“We advise people to come see us within the first 48 to 72 hours of symptoms.

“The whole consultation process only takes 10 minutes or so, and that includes us asking questions, carrying out a swab test if needed and giving advice on how to treat the sore throat, including medication if required.

will see you now “Patients don’t have to take medication, but if they decide to, we can either prescribe an antibiotic – just like a GP would - where needed, or suggest other remedies that are available in the pharmacy.”

Across Wales, sore throats account for about 180,000 GP consultations each year. Most are down to viruses, and get better on their own. In the pilot areas where STTT has been trialled, only 20% of cases actually needed, and were then given, antibiotics by the community pharmacists.

The pharmacists are trained to pick up more serious infections too, and can refer patients to GPs if necessary.

Patient response in the Cwm Taf trial area has been very positive, with 99% of the 310 patients who provided feedback saying they would choose to use their pharmacy over their GP surgery if they had a sore throat again.

The new walk-in STTT service is available to people over the age of six, who are living in Wales and are listed with a Welsh GP. It is a free service, and no pre-booking is required. Your GP will be advised within 24 hours of using the service so your medical record is kept up to date.

The service is available at the following community pharmacies from 1st December: Port Talbot: Lloyds Pharmacy, Shop 6 Morriston Road, Port Talbot, SA12 6TH Lloyds Pharmacy, Port Talbot resource Centre, Moor Road, SA12 7BJ Well Pharmacy, 127 Station Road, Port Talbot, SA13 1NR Williams & Wheeler Ltd, 56 Commercial Road, Taibach, SA13 1LG Neath: The Health Dispensary, 153 Windsor Road, Neath, SA11 1NU Davies Chemist Ltd, The Quays, Briton Ferry, SA11 2FP Well Pharmacy, 130 London Road, Neath, SA11 1HF D R Cecil Jones Ltd, The Vale of Neath Pharmacy, Chain Road, Glynneath, SA11 5HP Davies Chemist Ltd, Ynysfach Ave, Resolven, SA11 4LN Swansea: Lloyds Pharmacy, 62, Herbert St, Pontardawe, SA8 4ED Lloyds Pharmacy, 4, Strawberry Place, Morriston, SA6 7AG Well Pharmacy, 103 Woodfield Street, Morriston, SA6 8AS Kevin Thomas Pharmacy, 45 St Helens Road, Swansea SA1 4BB Mountain View Pharmacy, 53, Mayhill Road, Swansea, SA1 6TD Well Pharmacy, 147 Ravenhill Road, Swansea, SA5 5AH Well Pharmacy, The Beacon Centre, Swansea, SA1 8QY Well Pharmacy, 5 Dilwyn Road, Sketty, Swansea, SA2 9AQ Boots Chemist, Unit 5, Morfa Retail Park, Swansea, SA1 7BP Lloyds Pharmacy, 5-6 Gorseinon Shopping Centre, Swansea, SA4 4DJ Lloyds Pharmacy, 5 St Teilo Street, Pontardulais, SA4 8TH Well Pharmacy, 63 Alexander Road, Swansea, SA4 4NU Well Pharmacy, Mill Street, Gowerton, SA4 3ED 39

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DOES MY DOG HAVE A NOISE PHOBIA? The reactive response can be so extreme that they may damage themselves, their environment, and even the people or animals around them in a frantic attempt to escape a perceived threat. Vets often see these pets at an earlier stage as their behaviour is more disruptive and stressful for all involved. More inhibited dogs may be interpreted as having milder noise phobias. It does not necessarily indicate a reduction in how afraid they are, though, just that they just show it differently.

What should I do if my dog is showing these signs? - It’s important not to ignore them. As phobias worsen with time, the earlier these signs are picked up and strategies implemented, the more likely they will help, and the faster the response. Ideally, seek advice before attempting to manage the problem yourself. Some common techniques may not help, and can also delay treatment, making the problem harder to reverse. Some techniques may even worsen the problem. We can advise and direct you to reliable resources, and most importantly check that there are no medical problems contributing to your dog’s signs. Chronic pain, senility, and certain medical conditions may all cause similar behavioural changes.

What can I do? - Prevention is always best. CD programmes such as ‘Sounds Sociable’ help acclimatise puppies to a range of sounds that they are likely to encounter in the domestic environment. This may reduce the chance of them becoming noise phobic. Although designed for puppies, these programmes can be used throughout life to maintain acclimatisation. If signs have already progressed then our vets may recommend behavioural therapy, or suggest referral to a behaviour specialist.

Behavioural therapy involves a technique called ‘desensitisation and counterconditioning’. Over time, your pet is exposed to a controlled increase in sound levels using a specialised programme like ‘Sounds Scary’, eventually getting to the point where loud noises are tolerated. At this point, counterconditioning is implemented, using treats and positive reinforcement alongside the sounds to associate them with positive memories. Over time, it teaches your pet that loud noises are nothing to be afraid of. It takes several weeks so is unsuitable when a rapid response is needed. Behavioural modification can be frustrating and time consuming but studies show more than 90% of dogs treated with Sounds Scary showed a significant improvement after 8 weeks, although some dogs will take much longer. ​ A pheromone (a chemical released by animals, used for communication) called dog appeasing pheromone has been synthetically developed in the form of plug- in diffusers, collars, sprays and tablets. This pheromone is reported to send calming signals. The Sounds Scary programme, when used in combination with this pheromone, leads to a significant reduction in anxiety during firework exposure.

For severe phobias, when even low noise levels initiate fear, medications to reduce anxiety may be prescribed by our vets to aid the process initially, or to get over events such as bonfire night. However, they are no quick fixes and medication is rarely a long- term solution. Simple sedatives are not useful as they don’t reduce fear, just the ability to respond. This will make the problem worse in the long run, and so more sophisticated drugs called “anxiolytics” are now preferred.

Some natural alternatives are available as well, so speak to our vets about the options.

Building a den that your dog always has access to and enjoys is very helpful. In the run up to known dates, this may help your dog cope. Although prevention is always best, some last minute tips for the next big event, New Year ’ s Eve, include: • feeding a high carbohydrate meal, inducing drowsiness before dusk.

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Evidence of the wreckage of Wellington bombers, a Lancaster and an American Liberator bear witness to the cost in young lives when things went horribly wrong on the mountain above Craig y Nos during that period. Twenty-four airmen from the U.K., Canada and America lost their lives in the accidents in this part of the Brecon Beacons National Park. Some of the losses were due to mist and ice-covered wings, lost radio contact, miscalculations in navigation, poor visibility or engine failure.

To mark the aircrew’s sacrifice, in the presence of members of the Heritage Society, military personnel and bandsmen from RAF St Athan along with members of the 1358 (Pontardawe) ATC Squadron the bilingual panel was unveiled by Squadron Leader Hefyn Jones, Chief of Staff MOD St Athan and County Councilor David Thomas Powys County Council. The panel was dedicated by Squadron Leader Stephen Lamond, the RAF Padre and Cadet Emily Pickering read bilingually a stanza of Binyon’s ‘For the Fallen’ before the ‘Last Post’ was played by a member of the RAF Band.

An identical panel has also been located opposite the Dreflan housing estate in Cwmgiedd. Both panels have been located as close as possible to the sites of the two memorial first aid kiosks erected in 1940 by Ystradgynlais Rural District Council at the request of Hamble Air Services, Southampton from a £100 grant by the Company in 1939 to thank the villagers for their assistance in rescuing the personnel of the first recorded crash that of the Anson L9149 in January 1939 which resulted in the loss of two airmen. The kiosks, resembling a telephone kiosk’s dimensions, were demolished in the 1970s.

The Society acknowledges the assistance obtained from the Tesco Bags of Help programme, Ystradgynlais Town Council, Powys C.C. and the management of Dan yr Ogof Caves in this project together with the sum raised by the Society’s members.

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for DECEMBER 2019 by Izabella Vlahavas Aries – If you have not taken your career seriously up till now, you will from now on and you see this area of your life of prime importance. You will want to build, change or re-arrange in the weeks ahead and give a lot of your focus on improving the way things are run. Jupiter enters this part of your chart from the 2nd giving you opportunity and good luck in career projects. You work hard towards success and your enthusiasm is contagious. The new moon on the 26th is an annular solar eclipse and is in your career zone.

Taurus – A lot of energy and commotion in your friendship zone this month makes you active and sociable.

You organize events and bring people closer together. A wonderful host, you will be in your element. The full moon on the 12th falls in your money zone so any loose ends that need tying up will have to be sorted out. This gives you the chance to take a long look at your in comings and out goings, so that you can adjust spending accordingly. Tensions in partnerships will call for tact on your behalf, so that resolutions for mutual benefit are found.

Gemini – The full moon is in your sign on the 12th and this gives the sense that a whole cycle has come to an end, making way for something new. You are in the mood for challenges. Joint finances or other people’s money is going to go through a lucky period where investments are looking positive and extra money is easily accessible to you. Take this opportunity to get plans off the ground. Mars the planet of will power and assertiveness is in your 6th house of daily routines making you extra pushy and driven to get things done.

Cancer – With the solar eclipse in your opposite sign to do with close partnerships and alliances, you can expect a shift in your outlook. If you have looked in the wrong places or towards people least likely to support you, now is the time to change and start afresh. Jupiter is in this part of your chart with the promise you will find positivity, help and opportunity. Given these factors, you can succeed and start feeling truly appreciated. It is time for you to begin again building confidence, hope and determination.

Leo – A real push for sorting out daily routines, health regimes and ways you can pack your days with tasks to make the most of your time and manage things better. Home and or family may be a challenge during the next few weeks, as everyone seems on edge. Be open to discussing matters and listening to other points of view. Mercury in this part of your chart makes this a lot easier plus enables you to share your side of the story. The full moon on the 12th in your friendship zone helps you to cut off all ties with people you feel are not matching up to your expectations.

Virgo – Creativity and putting energy into new ventures is at the heart od the next few weeks for you. Both Mercury the planet of strong communication and Jupiter in this part of your chart will help you to get things off the ground and you will work hard to achieve results. The full moon in your career zone on the 12th helps to draw a line underneath any plans that are no longer valid, as you begin new schemes. You are keen to get things done and manage to negotiate well with others. You can be very persuasive and charming.

Libra – You may be surprised by the way things turn out involving joint money ventures or shared property.

These involve unexpected money coming your way or a sudden break up with partners, who you have relied upon. In either case, you will feel more independent after the event. The new moon which is a solar eclipse falls in your home zone on the 26th and gives you the chance for a new start in this part of your life. Any glitches that need to be ironed out can now be dealt with. It is a good time to make new beginnings.

Scorpio – With Venus in your sign till the 20th and a Mercury influence all month, you will be on the ball and very much to the point with other people. The full moon falls in your joint finances zone and will enable you to make decisions regarding investments or any new ventures. Your friendship zone is highlighted this month with much activity, new connections and plenty of invitations, so a busy month ahead. You will get on well with associates and find it easy to relate to new ideas and gain support and trust for your plans.

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Sagittarius – A huge emphasis on financial matters this month will make you think twice about too much spending. Having said that you will be confident about the way things are going and you feel more in control of budgets. Care and planning are the vital clues for making things work better in this area. The full moon in your own sign on the 12th helps you to take stock of where you have been and make future plans for where you are heading. This is a good, positive month for you and you will be sociable and out-going.

Capricorn – A lot of what you do and say this month rests on your recent decisions. You have a solar eclipse in your own sign on the 26th which will bring new changes and certain things you have avoided facing will come to light. This will spur you into action. You have lots of opportunities coming your way and will find you have limited yourself, so expand your horizons and look at the bigger picture in the next few weeks.

Change what needs to be changed and take with you the best of the past.

Aquarius – Driven in your career zone and being more assertive in the role you play will get you noticed and you gain admiration and appreciation for all you do. This helps you regain confidence and even more motivation. You have a very positive attitude that you maintain. You may feel as if you are stocking up on resources both emotional and practical. The full moon in your house of new ventures will give you the chance to re-assess matters, this is a great time to organize yourself for future plans.

Pisces – Friendships, career and travel this month will give you plenty to think about. You are still at the planning stages for some of the things you have in mind. You will be active and have lots of friends around you who give you support and will add to ideas. Jupiter enters your friendship and objectives zone so this will give you enthusiasm and opportunity to help you get things going. You will be involved and happy and eager to go ahead. By the 26th of this month with the new moon in this part of your chart, you are ready to start.

The year ahead for

sagittarius

At exactly 0300 pm GMT on the 22nd of November 2019, the sun enters the sign of Sagittarius and for all of you born with this sun sign, the following ingredients will help to colour your year ahead. Modifications and adjustments need to made according to your individual time, place and date of birth which are unique only to you.

PERSONALITY – A forceful and enthusiastic side of your nature is prominent in the months ahead.

You can take the lead and others will follow. You are keen to begin projects. You have many interesting ideas and will show an eccentric streak, doing whatever you undertake in a very individual way.

LOVE – Your new, very rational, logical look at emotions makes you very attractive and charming.

You will seek out those who want to join you in adventures, travel and exploring new places. Your zest for life draws other to you. You are extra good at forming partnerships that work well for you.

CAREER – A passion for success and the ability to work hard and better program your routines to meet deadlines is key for your ambitions to come to fruition. A lively year ahead with a very forceful push towards your goals and the ability to make things happen.

GENERALLY – It looks good and very likely you will have an exciting and interesting time in the next year. Travel, hard work and joining forces with people who share your goals is on the cards.

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Lots of love and best of luck from Izabella Vlahavas

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We have a number of additional inscriptions to complete in January and it may be worth talking a little bit about

Often, when we are asked to remove a memorial from another mason, it will not meet the current standards laid down in British Standard 8415. If this is the case we have to make the necessary changes in order to comply with industry standards. We will not compromise on this point.

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