June 2015 Edition by Vic Loughran

Saturday 20th June Summer Solstice Party Just book a table place, bring your own food for your table, in house music

Wednesday 24th June Trip to Benalmรกdena Butterfly Park, then onto Mijas for Shopping and Lunch

CLUB SIBERME CLUB SIERRA BERMEJA SOCIO-CULTURAL DE ESTEPONA

INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA FOR ALL ENGLISH SPEAKING PEOPLE of San Pedro - Estepona - Casares Manilva - Sotogrande & Beyond

June 2015 Edition www.siberme.com Email: clubsiberme@hotmail.com

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ICE Magazine Contents Page 25 Golf Society and Bowling News Page 27 Computer Tips and Information Page 29 Grey Nomading in Australia Continued (Article) Page 30 Leisure Page & Nigel's Classified Ad’s Page 31 Home Schooling (Article) Page 32 General Information Page 33 Committee and Advert Info Page 34 Just for a Smile

Page 5 President’s Letter & Information Page 6 Bulletin Board + Welfare Page 7/8/9/10 Past Events Page 11 June Events Page 12/13 June Calendar Page 13 Past Event - Murder Mystery Page 14 Blevins Franks Article Page 19 Events For Your Diary Page 23 Scam of the Month

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Editor: Well we all knew that summer was coming soon but we did not expect temperatures to be into the 40° C’s. According to local press it was the hottest May on record, but you would not have known that from our trip to Galicia!!! While we were there I was told by friends that in Granada they had temperatures of 42° C. So stock up on the sun creams and watch out for the mossies!!! Please keep items of interest for YOUR magazine coming, or any suggestions of what you would like included. Regards, Terry Smith Editor Terry Smith Email: terrysmith@siberme.com Phone 951 276 690 Mobile 677 656 319

YOUR CLUB NEEDS YOU MORE VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED Your club is run by volunteers, without them we cannot function. Help is required for the following: Bar staff, training available, see Mac McIntyre Bar Manager. Meeters and greeters to man the front door for just an hour on a Thursday club morning, see Maureen Baldwin-Winckle.

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Sad News. We’re very sorry to tell you that Tessa Henry died suddenly in hospital Friday 15th. May. PRESIDENT’S LETTER In the past 2 months we have had to say goodbye to Frank Hardwick and Tessa Henry. Tessa's death was a real shock to everyone and just reminds us that we must live our life to the full. The new tablecloths that we have in the Club are stain resistant, BUT, if you spill anything on them you need to clean it up or they will stain. This month some members are off to Lake Como with Aileena as the guide, I am sure they will enjoy themselves. Don't forget to book your table for the Solstice party, a free event, bring your own food for your table. Diane is organising a trip to the butterfly house and then onto Mijas for lunch. As you read this I will be in UK looking after my Grandchildren, hopefully the sun will be shining. To all of you that are returning to the UK for the summer, have a safe trip and see you when you return. Sue Potter NHS to clampdown on British expats BRITISH expats living in Spain are to be frozen out by an NHS clampdown. Many British people living abroad, regularly return to the UK for doctors’ visits or for operations, as some expats consider it to be a bureaucratic nightmare to register with local health authorities in a foreign country. However, under new regulations people will no longer be able to pop home to make the most of the NHS. The new rules will make NHS users declare where they are ‘ordinarily resident’. Free NHS treatment is provided on the basis of someone being ‘ordinarily resident’. It is not dependent upon nationality, payment of UK taxes, national insurance contributions, being registered with a GP, having an NHS number or owning property in the UK. An European agreement states that all EU citizens should receive healthcare in the country they live in, regardless of their nationality or citizenship. Expats seeking emergency treatment in the UK could also face steep fines if they don’t have paperwork from their country of residence in place. “Tarjeta Sanitaria Europea” is the Spanish equivalent of the European Health Insurance Card If you are resident in Spain, have a Spanish social security number (N o afiliación S.S.) you should apply for the Spanish equivalent of the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) which is the Tarjeta Sanitario Europea (TSE). If you are travelling back to the UK, or to any other European country, on holiday, on business or to visit family and friends and require medical assistance, presentation of the Tarjeta Sanitaria Europea will entitle you to receive medical assistance, free of charge. You can apply for the card online: https://sede.seg-social.gob.es/Sede_1/Lanzadera/index.htm?URL=98 or alternatively visit your nearest social security office, presenting your Spanish Tarjeta Sanitaria and they should issue you a Tarjeta Sanitaria Europea on the spot. Being a British passport holder no longer entitles you to free healthcare in the UK. Failure to present your European Health Insurance Card may result in you receiving a bill for medical treatment received. 5

Lottery Winners April 1st Diane Brice 2nd Barbara Blackburn 3rd Ray Oldfield Club

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BOOK LIBRARY: CAN MEMBERS PLEASE NOT SUBMIT HARDBACK BOOKS TO THE LIBRARY, PAPERBACKS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED. Returned books should be placed at the foot of the first half of the alphabet as designated - the librarian will then sort. DVD Library: Can members please ensure they sign for all borrowed films and add membership number, Please return films as soon as possible and sign as returned. Jigsaw Puzzles: There is a selection of jigsaw puzzles available stored under the video library. They are mostly 500 pieces, some 1,000. Glasses, cups etc: Please return to the bar before leaving the club. Please place used unbroken bottles carefully in bin provided, which is positioned under the dartboard. Return plates and cutlery to the kitchen. Terrace Doors: Those people who open terrace doors are responsible for closing same. TRIP CANCELLATIONS MUST BE REFERRED IN FIRST INSTANCE TO THE ORGANISER IMPORTANT: TELL THE BAR STAFF OF ANY BROKEN GLASS AND THEY WILL DISPOSE OF IT. PLEASE NOTE: NOT IN SPAIN? RENEWING YOUR ANNUAL CLUB MEMBERSHIP CAN BE CARRIED OUT BY BANK TRANSFER. FOR DETAILS PLEASE CONTACT CLUB TREASURER TED LUNNISS 608 601 230 EMAIL: ted_lunniss@hotmail.co.uk IMPORTANT, ALL ORGANISERS PLEASE NOTE: THE CLUBHOUSE FURNITURE MUST BE LEFT AS SET FOR A THURSDAY MEETING BEFORE LEAVING THE CLUB. SWITCH OFF LIGHTS, FANS AND AIR CONDITIONERS. SET BUILDING ALARM AND LOCK DOORS. WELFARE: Wilma Keeley Wrote: As sadly we all know someone with cancer I thought this article from an English news paper would be interesting. Cannabis Oil halted cancer for David 33. A bowel cancer sufferer told he might have only 18 months to live has been given the all clear after treating himself with Cannabis Oil. David Hibbitt was diagnosed in 2012 and had many traditional treatments and operations. But last year he decided to stop his chemotherapy after reading on line about the oil. And last Friday the former Warehouse worker celebrated getting the all clear by getting married.

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PAST EVENTS

Thursday 23rd April - St Georges Day Lunch On arrival at the club at 10.30ish there was not a whiff of cooking, oh dear perhaps the gas has gone out or the oven isn't working, better have a look. On further inspection the tables were set for 70 or so people with lovely red and white table cloths, something must be happening, better go into the kitchen and see if anyone is in there, yes a whole gaggle of them just hanging around! Something wrong I asked, no, we're all ready to go, it was all done in plenty of time was the answer, ‘mmmm’ cooking for 70 and nothing happening is not what I expected, but what do I know about cooking? Answers on a postage stamp please!!!! So the morning progressed, some souls sat at their tables to have coffee before the meeting, oh there's a meeting is there, OK better come upstairs. After the meeting everyone ventured downstairs and the magical smell that greeted us was roast beef and all the trimmings. Drinks were purchased and we waited for the moment when the meal would arrive, served by Richard Wood, Rob Potter, Peter Henry and Dave Hackett (The trolley Dollies!). What a feast, roast beef, roast potatoes, Yorkshire pud's, a selection of three al dente vegetables, plus gravy, mustard and horseradish sauce, phew, it was totally delicious. A few restaurants could learn a thing or two from our wonderful ladies in the kitchen. As far as I could see it was clean plates all around and everyone looked replete, my old man says it means stuffed!! He from up a ladder should be obeyed! What's next someone asked, apple pie with either cream or custard was the answer, and there it was, with cinnamon in it, boy was it good. So after a little while it was all over for another year, so much work, 3 days, for such a wonderful meal. I'm sure you'd like to thank in no particular order, Diane Hackett, Julie Wood, President Sue Potter and of course our lovely Isabella, together with Richard Bearpark and Peter Henry on the bar, here's to the next time..... can't wait! Submitted by Margaret Loughran. Friday 24th April - Trip to Seville If you go to Seville on a day trip you know that it’s only a taster of longer, future trips. There is so much to see that half a day sightseeing does not do it justice. We arrived at 12 & left at 5, so Joan & I had decided to only do a couple of land marks. The first was the famous Metropol Parasol, it is a wooden structure located at La Encarnación square, in the old quarter. It was designed by the German architect Jürgen Mayer-Hermann and completed in April 2011 and claims to be the largest wooden structure in the world. The building is popularly known as Las Setas de la Encarnación (Incarnación's mushrooms). We paid €3 to go to the top by lift & this included a post card & a free drink from a local bar. We had 360 degree views a lovely walk way all around. The second was the Alcázar palace which is renowned as one of the most beautiful in Spain. The upper levels are still used by the royal family as the official Seville residence and the oldest royal palace still in use in Europe. The gardens were a true delight and a haven in the midst of a busy city. It was Feria week and we saw lots of beautiful people in traditional dress both walking & riding in the horse-drawn carriages, yet we had no problem with queues or restaurant service and as the day was overcast it was great for walking around without getting over-heated. Thanks to Joan Thompson for organizing a fantastic day out. Submitted by Linda Shelley 7

Saturday 25th April - Love and Marriage Fun Evening A great time for a laid back and relaxing kind of night out, after all love and fun are the main ingredients for a happy marriage. Three brave couples had agreed to be the volunteer contestants (guinea pigs oops!) ready to reveal how well they were tuned to their partners. We waited eagerly to learn their secrets. Example Questions: Wife’s favourite Garden Plant? Husbands choice of underpants? Who would a wife choose to kiss, Rod Stewart, Bruce Forsyth or Sean Connery? (Do any of the guys still have their own hair and teeth?) As the evening rolled on it became clear these pairs were on a learning curve. Bravely they soldgered on with a deciding set of questions, and the participants, Kate and John, Tessa and Peter, with Sue and Rob finally emerging as the winners! Well done Julie and Richard for a very interesting evening, we all went home smiling, 10/10 for your very diplomatic questions and for that very professional sound booth. Submitted by Christina Woodward Tuesday May 12th – Garden Club Meeting The Garden Club members held their second meeting this year the I.C.E clubhouse. Four members had given their apologies for not attending but the seven that did enjoyed an interesting morning. The discussion was mainly about cuttings – when to take them, how to take them plus how to ensure their growth etc. Questions were also asked re pruning. Some gardening problems were brought up and hopefully solved. Several plants, cuttings and seeds brought along by some of the members were shared out. Empty pots had been offered to the Garden Club and were gratefully accepted. Sandy asked the members whether any of them would like to take a turn at running the Garden Club but all seemed happy with the way things are. Tip of the month: A nifty way to sow seeds is to put them in an empty half eggshell filled with compost and then placed back in the cardboard egg box. Once the seedlings appear, place the carton in the ground. The eggshell and box will disintegrate and also help to nourish the soil with its minerals, acting like a natural fertiliser. Submitted by Sandy Avis Wednesday 13th May - Ramblers Annual BBQ The annual barbecue was attended by 11 walkers and 7 non walkers, so quite a quiet affair. The walkers set off at 11am, 30 minutes later than the time I said as my better half (???) had told people 11!!! I have not done this walk for 5 years so I hoped I could remember the way, as it was I cut off too early so missed 2 hills out, what a relief. Arrived back at camp at 1.20pm, 20 minutes late! What a sight was beheld, a table with a candelabra, plants, proper cutlery and wine glasses, obviously at the wrong event! Rob and his helpers then started the BBQ, wine flowed and a good time was had by all.

Should you have suggestions for any event or activity at your clubhouse, or for a trip whether for a day or longer period, please contact a member of the committee. WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT 8

Sunday 3rd May - 6 day Holiday Trip to Galicia Day 1 Sunday 3rd May - Costa del Sol to Galicia

Our coach collected us at the usual pick-up points for our transfer to Malaga airport for our direct flight to Santiago de Compostela. There our coach took us to 0 Grove and the family run Hotel Villa Juanita. As we had had quite a journey it was straight to the restaurant for a welcome supper. As our normal guide Danny was unavailable we met our replacement Daniel, a very pleasant Swedish guy, and he informed us that due to bad weather forecast for next day the boat trip had been re-arranged for Thursday. So then off to our most welcome beds.

Day 2 Monday 4th May - Walk the area and free time

After breakfast Daniel arranged a walk in 0 Grove, the town, harbour and waterside. Their we saw many locals standing up to their bottoms in the sea harvesting clams, pleasure or punishment we were not sure. Unfortunately this is where the weather changed drastically into heavy rain so we all dispersed to various local cafes for shelter. As it was approaching lunch time the decision was taken for free time and meet up later for dinner.

Day 3 Tuesday 5th May - Vigo, Pontevedra and Combarro

Submitted by Sally Holloway

We left O Grove at 9.30 to drive the roughly 70 km south to Vigo, the biggest city of Galicia in terms of population and its main port. On the way Daniel gave us a potted history of the region, featuring Phoenicians, Celts, Iberians, Vikings, Romans, Visigoths and Moors (though not necessarily in that order). Those of us who were still awake were aware of passing through the provincial capital, Pontevedra, as it was low tide and the smell from the river was less than fragrant. Both Pontevedra and Vigo are constructed from the local granite, and so the first impression is rather grey and forbidding, even more so if the weather is overcast, as it was that day. But Vigo is full of sculptures and green spaces, which Ana, our local guide, pointed out as we took the panoramic city tour. One of the most striking statues is “Os Cabalos” (the horses) by Juan José Oliveira, a son of Galicia whose legacy can be seen in his many works which adorn the city and other towns (it says in Google). First and foremost Vigo is a working city, as we could see from the huge Peugeot Citroen factory, which is the largest employer, and the port, which covers more than 20 kilometres. As we crossed the Rande Bridge which spans the Vigo ría Ana told us about the battle of Rande which took place in 1702 in the very spot we were passing over. As we all know, this was soon after the beginning of the Wars of the Spanish Succession, and the ships of the Anglo-Dutch alliance saw an opportunity to intercept the Spanish treasure fleet as it returned from South America laden with silver and merchandise. The pirates (us) scored an overwhelming victory over the Spanish and French, and a good deal of that treasure is thought to be still lying in the deep water of the ría. I´m not sure that they´ve forgiven us, or Sir Francis Drake, who sacked the town in 1589. That may help explain why the Spanish don´t seem to see us as the good guys of history that we all know we were. If Ana harboured any resentment, she didn´t let it show. Our first stop was at Monte del Castro, a park located around an ancient Celtic fortification at an altitude of 133 metres. There were fantastic views of the port, the ría, the islands in the estuary, so it afforded an excellent photo opportunity. Then we drove through the city, taking in the Parque Municipal with its Pazo (palace), which now houses the Museo Quiñones de León and has wonderful ornamental gardens. Our second stop was at Samil Beach, which is 1,700 metres long and has the sort of fine white sand we can only dream of on the Costa del Sol. From there you can see the Cíes Islands, whose Rodas beach has been reported as one of the best in the world by the Telegraph (so it must be true). The one chiringuito that was near enough for us to visit for a coffee and a comfort stop had a beautiful glassed-in terrace but unfortunately too few waiters for this sudden rush of customers, so some of us had to leave after 30 minutes without our much-needed shot of caffeine. Then it was back to the centre, where the coach left us by the ultra-modern shopping centre just near the P & O ship Aurora was docked. Ana led us across the pedestrian bridge to the Plaza de la Constitución in the old town, and pointed out where we could buy oysters from the street sellers and take them into one of the many restaurants to eat, which apparently is quite acceptable in Vigo, as long as you buy a drink. I´ve never tried it, but I don´t think it would go down too well in Estepona. After lunch and shopping we got back on the coach and headed for the tiny port of Combarro, a historic village situated on the ría of Pontevedra. It features in all the tourist guides because of the picturesque way the houses are built directly onto the granite along the water´s edge, and because of the unusually large number of typical Galician hórreos. >>10

<<11 These are grain stores which are built on stone pillars to prevent attack by damp and rodents, and they are adorned with crosses and symbols of fertility. Because of their size and shape you might well mistake them for a novel if rather macabre way of storing the dear departed in readiness for judgement day. Combarro attracts so many visitors that almost every building along the ría houses a bar or gift shop, so there were opportunities to both try and buy the local orujo or liqueur and other delicacies. Then back to our hotel in O Grove. Day 4 Wednesday 6th May - Albarifio wine Today it was off to the most appreciated wine region in the area, Albarino. During a tour of the bodegas our guide explained the history of this wine, its production and finally a taste of two of their favourites. The wine is particular to this part of Galicia and goes very well with all the local Foods. Once done here we continued to nearby Isla de Aruosa, one of the picturesque Galician islands in the ria, free time for a walk and coffee before we returned to O Grove for lunch in welcoming sun! Day 5 Thursday 7th May- ‘Noddy Train’ Trip and Boats, Mussels, Ribeiro Wine and more. On the penultimate day of our Galician trip we woke up to better weather and set off down to the ‘Noddy’ tourist train for a trip around O'Grove and then onto the Isla de la Toja. This is a very upmarket island with a Grand Hotel, golf course and houses owned by rich people. There is also a pretty church whose walls are covered by shells. The train dropped us back at the port where we boarded a boat, which took us out to the mussel beds. There we were shown how the mussels, clams etc are grown on ropes. One of the crewman demonstrated feeding the seagulls with mussels. The seagulls did a sort of flypast and pecked the mussels out of his hand that was quite exciting. While we were watching, mussels were being steamed and soon we were eating boxes and boxes of mussels plus drinking bottles and bottles of local Ribeiro. Then the music started and we were off. Partying with several Spanish tourists as well. Some pole dancing was attempted, no names no pack drill. We were having such a good time we didn't notice that the boat was back in port and it was time to get off. Our Swedish guide Daniel was surprised at our capacity to have a good time. We all needed a more solid lunch and a siesta to get ready for the evening party Joan had planned with the hotel owners. They had arranged a Queimada party. This is the 'fire drink' of Galicia made mainly with orujo, a strong liqueur similar to grappa put in a fireproof bowl and set fire to. Most of the alcohol is burned off but it remains a very strong drink. Before we had this drink we had a 4 course meal plus copious wine and a rather nice Santiago cake soaked in port. Toasts were made with pink Cava. Our guide obliging dressed up as a witch, pranced around and read out a long Spanish speech to ward off devils and the like. Then more dancing to end a very active day. Thank you Joan for organising these fun events. Submitted by Sheila Defries Day 6 Friday 8th May - Santiago de Compostela and return After breakfast, we checked out of Hotel saying "adios" to O Grove. We take a full day visit, including an optional official guided tour in the cultural, religious and administrative capital of Galicia: Santiago de Compostela. Being destination of pilgrims it is a stunning city of granite, with a spectacular cathedral and a beautiful old quarter. Most visited the cathedral then time for lunch in one restaurants of the local streets (e.g. Rua do Franco, albeit nothing to do with the dictator) and free time in the afternoon. Some just relaxed in the very comfortable Parador Hotel lounge, others took the ‘Noddy Train’ tour of the old quarter. Then back on the coach for transfer back to Santiago airport. Our coach was waiting for us at Malaga airport to take us safely back home in early hours of the morning. Don’t forget many photo’s can be seen by visiting the club website. 10

JUNE EVENTS

PLEASE NOTE: TICKET SALES CLOSE 12.30pm ON THURSDAY MORNINGS. CORRECT MONEY PLEASE.

WHEN BOOKING AN EVENT CURRENT MEMBERSHIP CARDS MUST BE SHOWN

CANCELLED TICKETS MUST FIRST BE REFERRED TO EVENT ORGANISER Friday 5th June - Members Quiz Night - 8.00 for 8.30pm - Quiz Master Tracy Bird Monday 8th June - Members Film Night - Paddington - 7.30 for 8.00pm From the beloved novels by Michael Bond and producer David Heyman (HARRY POTTER), PADDINGTON tells the story of the comic misadventures of a young Peruvian bear (voiced by Firth) who travels to the city in search of a home. Finding himself lost and alone, he begins to realize that city life is not all he had imagined - until he meets the kindly Brown family who read the label around his neck that says "Please look after this bear. Thank you," and offer him a temporary haven. It looks as though his luck has changed until this rarest of bears catches the eye of a museum taxidermist. Tuesday June 9th - Garden Club Meet It was decided to have the next Garden Club meet up at 11.30 am at the entrance to the Estepona Orchid Domes. As always, everyone is welcome to join us. It would be nice to have some new members. Wednesday 10th to 17th June Trip to Lake Como, Italy - FULLY BOOKED Saturday 20th June - Summer Solstice Party 7.30 for 8.00pm. Organiser Joan Thompson. A freebee evening, just book a table place, bring your own food for your table, in house music by ‘T at the Turntable Sunday 21st June - Songs of Praise - 4.30 for 5.00pm - Organiser Joan Thompson Wednesday 24th. June - Golf Society 'Away Day' La Cala. Campo Europa. See page 25 Wednesday 24th June- Trip to Benalmádena Butterfly Park, then onto Mijas for Shopping and Lunch. Tickets required, 17€ current members and 20€ guests, includes entry to Butterfly Park, Organiser Diane Hackett. EVENT MAY CHANGE, ALWAYS CHECK CLUB HOUSE NOTICE BOARD, ORGANISER OR STOP PRESS ON WEB SITE

Food For Thought Submitted by Rosemary Ferguson “Love is an endeavour to form a friendship inspired by beauty” ~ Cicero 11

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11.00 am Mahjong 11.00-1.30pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 10.30 Adv 11.45 7.30 pm Canasta 7.00 for 7.30pm Whist 10.30am-2.30pm Bar Open 11.30am Weekly Meeting, 1.00pm Lunch 7.00pm Duplicate Bridge

2.30pm Keep Fit

11.00 am Genealogy Group 8.30pm Quiz Night

10.00am - 1.00pm Art Group 12.30pm-2.30pm Bar Open & Tapas 11.00 am Mahjong 11.00-1.30pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 10.30 Adv 11.45 7.30 pm Canasta 7.00 for 7.30pm Whist 10.30am-2.30pm Bar Open 11.30am Weekly Meeting & Open Forum 1.00pm Lunch 7.00pm Duplicate Bridge

7.30 for 8.00pm Film Night 11.30am Gardening Club Away Day, Estepona Orchid Domes 2.00pm Committee Meeting 2.30pm Keep Fit

10.00am - 1.00pm Art Group 12.30pm-2.30pm Bar Open & Tapas PUBLIC HOLIDAY GIBRALTAR 11.00 am Mahjong 11.00-2.00pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 10.30 Adv 11.45 7.30 pm Canasta

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Lake Como Trip

11.00am Ladies Book Club 2.30pm Keep Fit 1.30pm Ladies Lunch 1.45pm Gents Lunch

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11.00 am Mahjong 11.00-1.30pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 10.30 Adv 11.45 7.30 pm Canasta 7.00 for 7.30pm Whist 10.30am-2.30pm Bar Open 11.30am Weekly Meeting & Lottery 1.00pm Lunch 7.00pm Duplicate Bridge 10.00am - 1.00pm Art Group

2.30pm Keep Fit

Trip to Benalmadena Butterfly Farm

12.30pm-2.30pm Bar Open & Tapas 11.00 am Mahjong 11.00-1.30pm Bar Open Spanish Classes Beg 10.30 Adv 11.45 7.30 pm Canasta

LUNCHES SERVED THURSDAYS 6€, TAKE AWAY ALWAYS AVAILABLE EVENT MAY CHANGE, CHECK CLUB HOUSE NOTICE BOARD, ORGANISER OR STOP PRESS ON WEB SITE www.siberme.com

Wednesday 24th June Trip to Benalmádena Butterfly Park, then onto Mijas for Shopping and Lunch BOOK NOW

Saturday 20th June Summer Solstice Party Just book a table place, bring your own food for your table, in house music for dancing. BOOK NOW

Friday 15th May - Murder Mystery - Come Die With Me A chilling welcome to a murder was soon warmed up with hot spicy Indian meal supplied by an outside caterer and very nice it was too. So off we went to witness the dastardly deed and to be honest it could have been any one of five participants as the later voting proved. The scene was set in the comfortable home of Penelope Simpson on the final evening of the village ‘Come Dine With Me’ competition. We encounter a colourful mix of guests, all of them with various shady pasts which soon started to be revealed as the production progressed. At the end we all had a chance to interview all suspects, did this help, not a chance! Thanks to The International Theatre Studio for their very good presentation, and to event organiser Sue who had a very busy day and into the night with all her hard working helpers, and to Doug and Ted on the bar. 13

The New UK Pension Regime By Terry Wayne, Partner, Blevins Franks 952 799 752 terry.wayne@blevinsfranks.com The new UK “pension freedom” came into effect on 6th April, providing new opportunities for retirees. This is a significant change, and all very new, and many expatriates may not realise how they are affected. First of all, the new freedom is not for all pensions – it does not apply to defined benefit (final salary) schemes, public sector, state pensions or annuities. Most options only apply to defined contribution schemes, i.e. money purchase schemes such as personal pensions, SIPPS, executive pension plans etc. The government is considering ways for greater flexibility for annuities. You can transfer from a defined benefit to a defined contribution scheme or QROPS, but may lose valuable benefits so consider it carefully. You can only transfer if you have taken advice from a pension transfer specialist regulated by the UK Financial Conduct Authority. Secondly, even if you have a defined contribution scheme, you do not have to do anything. You can leave your pension as it is, and continue to receive regular income through income drawdown. Indeed, not all such schemes will offer the new flexibility. Transferring to a new plan could involve a loss of guarantees or valuable options. Not all providers accept non UK residents. Even if you do want to act now, explore all your options, and the tax and long-term consequences, before taking a decision. What does ‘pension freedom’ mean? You can do almost whatever you like with your funds. Besides income drawdown, you could take the whole lot as cash in one go; you could make withdrawals as and when you want, with the balance remaining invested, or take a lump sum now and then start income at a later date. You could also buy an annuity. If you do choose to take all or much of your fund as cash, ensure you have a reliable plan for your long-term financial security. It is important to think about the tax implications, especially for larger funds. UK taxpayers receive 25% tax free, but other income/withdrawals are taxed at their marginal rate of income tax. Spanish residents will pay Spanish tax according to the local rules. Most pension income is taxed at the scale rates of income tax, up to 49% here in Andalucía. Lump sums are not tax free and the taxable amount is charged at the savings tax rates of 20% - 24%. Cash withdrawn from a pension fund also loses protection from UK inheritance tax. Specialist tax advice is therefore very important. Many QROPS cannot yet provide full flexibility on withdrawals. The rule where 70% of the transfer value made to a QROPS must provide an income for life currently remains in place for non-EU QROPS. The 55% death tax is abolished, but if you die over age 75 your beneficiaries will still pay tax, at their marginal rate on income or currently at 45% on lump sums. This also applies to annuities, but not final salary schemes. This is a brief, generalised summary. Seek personalised, expert advice. Getting it wrong could be very costly. Summarised tax information is based upon our understanding of current laws and practices which may change. Individuals should seek personalised advice. To keep in touch with the latest developments in the offshore world, check out the latest news on our website www.blevinsfranks.com

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EVENTS FOR YOUR DIARY Saturday July 18th - Rob’s Paella and Salad on Top Terrace - Music for Dancing Proposed for July - Annual Trip to The Lakes - Organiser Joan Thompson Thursday 6th August - Club Lunch Out - Watch this space Thursday 20th August - Club Lunch Out - Watch this space Proposed for September - Welcome Back Party with Hog Roast & Dancing Golf Society Wednesday 16th. September' - Away Day' Atalaya Old Course. See page 25 Tuesday 6th October - Golf Autumn Cup - See page 25 Friday 23th October - ‘Noughties’ Celebration Dinner Does your age end with a ‘0’ during 2015 (i.e. 50, 60, 70 etc.) if so you are invited, with a partner, to celebrate at a dinner with other likewise ’Noughties. Venue to be decided, if interested add your name to list on notice board. Saturday 24th October - Autumn Fayre at Clubhouse Saturday 31st October - Walking Treasure Hunt - Venue Manilva Town Organisers Terry Smith and Rob Potter, watch this space for further details. Tuesday November 3rd - I.C.E. 27th Birthday Party Venue El Paraiso Golf Club, 3 Course Menu, Music for Dancing, Organiser Sue Potter November 27th, 28th & 29th - I.C.E. Players Winter Presentation A very funny comedy ‘Oh yes it is.’ Watch this space for details. November Proposed I.C.E. Club EGM - To Discuss and Vote on the following Major Works: a) To fit an upstairs toilet. b) To fit a lift for use of disabled persons. c) To fit the toilet and a lift. d) To do nothing

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Property Sales, Holiday Rentals & Home Interiors As a number of our properties have recently been sold we are actively looking for all types of properties to add to our database. Benahavis, Estepona & Marbella we need more properties to sell. If you wish to buy a New, Re-sale, Inland or Beach side property why not give us a call. We specialise in the areas of Benahavis, Estepona and Marbella. Low priced apartments to luxury villas we have them all.

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Scam of the Month June 2015 Fake policemen Research from Which? showed 5% of travellers have encountered someone posing as a policeman in the last two years. You may think you would never fall foul of a fake 'Bobby', but these scammers are confident, cocky and prepared to take advantage of your relaxed holiday mood. Plain-clothed 'policemen' will ask holidaymakers to see their passport or drivers licence and even ask for cash, on the pretence that you fit a suspect's description. They then run off with your passport and/or money. Ask to see their documents before handing anything over, and also ask for their station's phone number so you can call through to verify their status. Sometimes these fraudsters will work in pairs, so one can distract you while the other steals your wallet/passport. Although you may feel intimidated, be prepared to stand your ground and assure them you will cooperate fully once you are satisfied they are who they say. Another funny phone call. The phone rings, the number starts with a 2, OK we can have some fun here. Vic picks up the phone, hello, yes we have windows. We have 7 or 8 and we're thinking of installing 10. Can you send your brochure, we'd be interested in UPVC ones... Oh sorry, thought you were selling windows. Beeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeep End of conversation. Next day, phone goes, number 2 again. Himself picks up the phone, oh yes, oh really, no you don't say, well actually I don't have a computer. Beeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeep End of conversation. And so it goes on. Until the next time!!! Frazzled Margaret Loughran These were real phone calls from someone pretending to try to help us. Beware! They are out to get personal details from you. Paddy was working at the fish plant in Cork when he accidentally cut off all 10 of his fingers. He went to the emergency room in Corkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hospital. The doctor looked at Paddy and said, 'Lets be avin' da fingers and I'll see what oi can do'. Paddy said, 'Oi haven't got da fingers.' 'Whadda ya mean you haven't got da fingers? Lord Tunderin' Jesus, it's 2012! We's got microsurgery and all kinds of incredible techniques. I could have put dem back on and made you like new! Why didn't ya bring da fingers?!?' And Paddy said, ' How da heck was I 'spose to pick them up !!!

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'ICE Golf Society'. 'Spring Cup 2015' A little further information regarding the Spring Cup results and a 'very well done' to all prize winners; Men's Champion: Stephen McMurtry. 2nd. Robert Cole. 3rd. Peter Henry Ladies Champion: Aileen Hyde. 2nd. Mariska Turkinburg. 3rd. Tineke Christensen Longest Drive Men: Terry Byrne Longest Drive Ladies: Jackie McMurtry. Best on the Par Three's: Ron Pegrum Nearest the Pin: Alan Davis Best New Comer: Jeff Kingsley Strongest: Mac McIntyre Best Guest: Carmel Burke 'Away Day' La Cala. Campo Europa. 24th. June 10.00 Tee Off 39€ incl. buggy and a light breakfast. We still have space available to play this fantastic course and at this price it should not to be missed. Please arrive at the course by 09.00, at the latest, for the refreshments, the groupings and buggy collection. 'Away Day' Atalaya Old Course. 16th. September. 10.00 Tee Off. 43.50€ incl. buggy. Thanks to Jeff, an Atalaya and ICE member, we have been offered this great rate for the old course. I have played it once before and very much look forward to the return challenge. 'Autumn Cup' Dona Julia 6th October. 08.45 Tee Off. Shot Gun Start. 49€ incl. buggy. Put this in your diary. The entry form will be an the ICE notice board soon. Proposed Changes to Spring and Autumn Cup Rules. After the consultation opportunity the following rule changes are proposed before the Autumn Cup 2015. 1/ Invited guests will be eligible for the 'Minor Prizes' as well as the Guest Prize. By 'Minor Prizes' I mean nearest the Pin, Longest Drive...etc. 2/ Donated prizes will be allocated to member only awards such as Champions, 2nd. and 3rd. 3/ Players to be awarded all the prizes that they win and the existing 'One prize only per player' rule will be deleted. Casares Golf Club 'Roll-Up' We play a twice weekly 'Roll-Up' stableford competition on Tuesdays and Fridays at Casares Golf Club where our members benefit from discounted green fees. Tee off times vary a little throughout the year but if you are interested arrive around about 08.00. We often have 12 or more players and it's all very friendly, light hearted, (in other words 'cut throat')!! and open to all levels. A sense of humour is well worth putting in the bag! Our annual 'Order of Merit' trophy is awarded to the player with the best ten cards from these 'Roll-Ups'. Keep your eye on the club magazine and web site for details of all activities. If you would like to become involved, contribute or comment please contact me: Alan Davis Golf Organiser. Tel: 952 897 670 Mob: 699 712 804 e-mail: alanandsue_hq@yahoo.co.uk BOWLING OUR WAY! We meet Monday mornings at Benavista Bowls Club no later than 10.00am for 10.15 start. Late arrivals cannot be guaranteed a game. We normally play 16 ends for just 8€ each, includes hire of woods if required. Dress code is predominately white but the critical factor is footwear, shoes must be smooth soled with no ’pimples or crinkles’. The Management at Benavista strictly apply this rule. Drinks and food available at the bar. 25

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VPN If you are a Sky subscriber and have an Internet Connection (fast speed not necessary) then you can enjoy the benefits of On Demand. On Demand is available to all Sky Subscribers with a Sky HD Box in the UK, however to take advantage of this here in Spain you will need a VPN Router.

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Peter Dowd

Creating Spanish Characters on English Keyboard Monthly Computer Tips – June (Always use the Numeric Keypad to enter the 2015 numerals) Ñ ALT + 165

How Old were You at Great Moments of History The BBC have a website called “Your Story” www.bbc.co.uk/taster/projects/yourstory. You can sign in with your Facebook login details or just continue without signing in. The site creates a historical list what happened on the day you were born and how old you were when significant events took place. Google Fit (for Android smartphones) This app will monitor your day-to-day activity. It tracks how much time and how many steps you have walked each day. (You must of course keep your phone with you in order that the data can be recorded.) Block Unwanted (all) Adverts Adblock Plus can be downloaded from www.adblockplus.org. This is an extension for IE, Firefox and Chrome and will stop any website displaying adverts. Please note that you should access the website through the browser in which you wish to use Adblock Plus. Therefore if you are running IE, Firefox and Chrome you will need to download the software three times. Make free Video Calls (Android and iOS) Viber available from the App Store or Google Store has always allowed one to make free voice calls to other people anywhere in the world. Following a recent update you can make free video calls as well. Tap the contacts icon (second from left), then tap the contact you wish to call. Tap free call to begin a voice call. After they answer you will see six options on your screen. Tap video to begin a video call. Your device’s front camera will display your profile in a small section at the top, while you will be able to see the person you called via their front camera. You will need to encourage your friends to install Viber in order to use these facilities.

If you have any questions or suggested topics for this page, please email us vicloughran@siberme.com or peterdowd@siberme.com

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Anglican Church of Costa del Sol (West) Each Sunday we hold Services as follows: San Pedro at 10.00am In the hall adjoining Parroquial Virgen del Rocio (Near McDonalds)

Sotogrande at 11.45am In La Iglesia Sra. de la Merced, the "Big Church"

Coffee Morning each Tuesday in Sabinillas from 11am In La Vicente Square, behind the taxi rank

Home Groups take place every week Everyone is welcome For further details contact: Roger Richards (Church Warden) 952 891 765 Email: arrichards168@yahoo.co.uk 28

Grey Nomading in Australia Continued, Diary of Louise and Grahams Travels. Many of the club members will have met Margaret and Vic’s daughter Louise and her husband Graham when they visited from Australia for the occasion of Margaret and Vic’s Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrations. Lou and Graham are now taking a 2 year working tour, known as Grey Nomading in Australia, by caravan. "Grey Nomads:" many Aussie's travel around Australia when they retire. Sorry for the delay in Travel Diaries, we've been busy having fun! Headed to Vacy in NSW for our next housesit. Really lovely spot. Stunning property with 2 cats, 2 dogs and wildlife everywhere. Graham spending his birthday on the ride-on mower, having a ball, couldn’t wipe the smile off his face for ages! Graham also was in heaven as there was a massive veggie patch for him to play in, to be honest with the mowing, watering and veggie garden, I didn’t see much of him. We just so enjoyed the peace and tranquillity. All the animals were a delight to spend time with and the home owners were so welcoming, and we stayed on for a week after their return and we are now firm friends. Next off to Maitland for a 9 day house sit on a massive 1940’s house with stunning views of the Hunter river. One vicious outdoor cat, eight chooks, one koolie cattle dog, a foxy terrier and Cooper – the world’s biggest and slobbiest boxer dog! We had a great stay and I had a ball walking all 5 dogs every day – challenging but fun! Then headed off to Paterson for a couple of nights at a caravan stop – BIG STORM!!! Caravan stop is on the banks of the Paterson River and ended up rising to 15 foot of flood water, very luckily our good friends in Vacy gave us a call and came to the rescue, so yet again we stayed with them. We were all stranded in Vacy for a few days as the floods had swept bridges and roads away. We pooled our food and alcohol and had a couple of days without electricity, mobile or internet, although feeling lucky that there was no major damage, as Dungog just up the road looked like a war zone, houses floated away and over 80 families are now homeless. Left Vacy and are now in Wollun NSW, very rural but not far to Armidale. I’d like to say we are doing a house sit but the home owners house burnt down last year and is currently being rebuilt, so we are in the shed, along with a 5 month old black Labrador pup, a cat, a kitten and a fish!! Outside is a Shetland pony, 8 chooks, two ducks and a rabbit!!! I'm apparently allergic to the rabbit and spent my first day here with both eyes so swollen they closed – guess Graham will be dealing with ‘bugs’ from now on!! We are off the grid here and the power all comes from solar, which charges a massive bank of batteries. If it is cloudy for a couple of days we have to charge the batteries from the diesel generator for an hour or so. Please pray for sunshine!! Till next time. Lou and Graham

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JUNE GENERAL KNOWLEDGE QUIZ ANSWERS PAGE 34 - EASY

1. What is the collective name of a group of seventeen hundred islands between Canada and the USA which are popular summer resorts? 2. Whose summer villa is at Castel Gandolfo? 3. When is the Christian festival of Midsummer Day? 4. Where were the 1968 Summer Olympics held? 5. What is used as the filling of a summer pudding? 6. Which institution, introduced by Harold Wilson, consists of TV and radio lectures and summer schools? 7. In 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland', what was done all on a summer's day? 8. Elvis Presley was the King, Bruce Springsteen the Boss. What nickname was given to Donna Summer? 9. In which capital city in the Northern Hemisphere, the name of which is a local tribe, has almost 19 hours of daylight during the summer solstice? 10. Which actor, later to find fame in 'It Ain't Half Hot Mum', played the part of one of Cliff Richard's friends in the film 'Summer Holiday'? 11. Which brothers wrote the song summertime? 12. Esther Summerson is the heroine of which novel by Charles Dickens? 13. Which duo had a hit in 1978 with Summer Nights? 14. Which hit song describes summer thus? Those days of soda and pretzels and beer??

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Most of our generation of 50+ were HOME SCHOOLED in many ways. Remember these words of wisdom when you were young................................. 1. My mother taught me TO APPRECIATE A JOB WELL DONE: "If you're going to kill each other, do it outside. I just finished cleaning." 2. My mother taught me RELIGION: "You better pray that will come out of the carpet." 3. My father taught me about TIME TRAVEL: "If you don't straighten up, I'm going to knock you into the middle of next week!" 4. My father taught me LOGIC: " Because I said so, that's why." 5. My mother taught me MORE LOGIC: "If you fall out of that swing and break your neck, you're not going to the store with me." 6. My mother taught me FORESIGHT: "Make sure you wear clean underwear, in case you're in an accident." 7. My father taught me IRONY: "Keep crying, and I'll give you something to cry about." 8. My mother taught me about the science of OSMOSIS: "Shut your mouth and eat your supper." 9. My mother taught me about CONTORTIONISM: "Just you look at that dirt on the back of your neck!" 10. My mother taught me about STAMINA: "You'll sit there until all that spinach is gone." 11. My mother taught me about WEATHER: "This room of yours looks as if a tornado went through it." 12. My mother taught me about HYPOCRISY: "If I told you once, I've told you a million times, don't exaggerate!" 13. My father taught me the CIRCLE OF LIFE: "I brought you into this world, and I can take you out..." 14. My mother taught me about BEHAVIOUR MODIFICATION: "Stop acting like your father!" 15. My mother taught me about ENVY: "There are millions of less fortunate children in this world who don't have wonderful parents like you do." 16. My mother taught me about ANTICIPATION: "Just wait until we get home." 17. My mother taught me about RECEIVING: "You are going to get it from your father when you get home!" 18. My mother taught me MEDICAL SCIENCE: "If you don't stop crossing your eyes, they are going to get stuck that way." 19. My mother taught me ESP: "Put your sweater on; don't you think I know when you are cold?" 20. My father taught me HUMOUR: "When that lawn mower cuts off your toes, don't come running to me." 21. My mother taught me HOW TO BECOME AN ADULT: "If you don't eat your vegetables, you'll never grow up." 22. My mother taught me GENETICS: "You're just like your father." 23 My mother taught me about my ROOTS: "Shut that door behind you. Do you think you were born in a barn?" 24. My mother taught me WISDOM: "When you get to be my age, you'll under stand." 25. My father taught me about JUSTICE: "One day you'll have kids, and I hope they turn out just like you!" Because the younger ones would not believe we truly were told these "EXACT" words by our parentsâ&#x20AC;Ś Submitted by Bob Cully 31

General Information Coach trips: See trip information for times. Please ensure that you sit in the seat numbered on your ticket. We regret that we cannot stop at any other point unless agreed with the organiser, to pick up or put down. The organiser reserves the right to refuse to include any member they feel is not sufficiently able-bodied to follow the itinerary. Members are responsible for own travel insurance. Buying your ticket: Please produce your membership card together with the correct money. Have prepared your choice of menu if applicable. Final ticket booking: All tickets must be booked and paid for on or before the last Thursday coffee morning before the event. Late phone bookings cannot be accepted. Members are advised to attend the last Thursday before a trip in case there are any last minute alterations. Refunds: Cannot be given for either deposits or tickets, unless the organiser is notified in time, always providing the trip is full and a replacement can be found from the waiting list. Tickets are not transferable to other members without authorisation of the organiser. Tips: Included in the cost of coach travel and restaurants, but not for hotels. Smoking: The smoking of tobacco and any other substance is not be permitted anywhere in or on the premises of The International Club of Estepona, Bahia Dorada. Dogs: Dogs are not allowed inside the clubhouse. They are permitted on the lower terrace but only when they are under the owner’s control by being attached to a lead which is held by the owner or attached to one of the hooks on the wall which are provided for that purpose. Club magazine by post: If you leave Spain for longer than a month, your magazine can be posted. Please hand stamped envelopes (correct stamps in Euros), to Terry Smith. On the reverse, please write the months you wish to receive, they will be posted to you as soon as they are issued.

Parking: When visiting the club please park considerately between white lines and never on yellow lines. ACTIVITY ORGANISERS Art Group Regina Stall Books Peter Galloway Bowls Reg Astle Bridge…”Duplicate” Tim Taminiau Club Calendar Co-ordinator Sue Potter Posters Vic Loughran Film Night Sue Potter Gardening Group Sandy Avis Genealogy Dave Hackett Golf Organiser Alan Davis ICE Players (Drama Group) Margaret Hall Keep Fit Sue Jenkins-Better Ladies’ Book Club Krista Carter Ladies’ Lunches Margaret Whittley Lottery Organiser Mavis Tolfree Quiz Night, Songs of Praise, Art Class Joan Thompson Rambling Sue Potter Spanish Lessons Martin Holmes Ticket Sales Joanna Mitchell Ticket Sales, Advertising Manager Jackie Simmonds Ticket Sales Patricia Smith Videos Roger Richards Whist Ian & Lin Ingram

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CLUB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Sue Potter 637 148 660 VICE-PRESIDENT Joan Thompson 653 488 030 SECRETARY (and membership) Margaret Whittley 634 328 114 TREASURER Ted Lunniss 608 601 230 MAGAZINE EDITOR Terry Smith 677 656 319 CATERING MANAGER Brenda Taylor 654 579 492 MEMBER (Housekeeper) Diane Hackett 626 080 829 MEMBER (Welfare, Estepona) Julie Wood 639 542 387 MEMBER (Membership secretary) Tracy Bird 616 199 661 MEMBER (Publicity) Wilma Keeley 679 138 952 NON COMMITTEE POSTS LOCAL KEY HOLDER Nigel Nevshehir 689 457 410 (If available) MAINTENANCE MANAGER Rob Potter 671 725 243 BAR MANAGER Mac McIntyre 610 047 228 ASST BAR MANAGER VACANCY AUDITOR Ron Pegrum 680 718 990 ASST. TREASURER Vic Loughran

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WELFARE: Members requested to notify our welfare officer, Julie Wood if they know of any member who is ill. 952 913 174 , 639 542 387, email: woodiesvine@gmail.com HOSTESS : Introduce new members : - Maureen Baldwin-Winckle 952 791 812

MAGAZINE ADVERTISING RATES AS FROM 1ST JANUARY 2011 For adverts presented in desired layout, includes inclusion on our web site with links to your site if applicable. Classified Ads: Members Only, Free Quarter page - 6€ per month - colour 7€ per month Half page - 12€ per month- colour 14€ per month Full page - 24€ per month - colour 28€ per month (Discounts:- for 6 months 10%, and for 12 months 20%) PLEASE NOTE: Colour is only available to inside front and rear cover pages and rear cover, also adjacent to centre pages. Advertising fees to be prepaid before the 20th of the month to:Jackie Simmonds, Advertising Manager, Tel. 952 797 921 or 652 798 107 Copy to be in before the 15th of any month, for inclusion in the following month’s issue. Copy can be e-mailed to: - terrysmith@siberme.com ICE (Siberme) accepts no responsibility for contents of any advertisement appearing. INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF ESTEPONA (Siberme) I.C.E. Clubhouse, Urbanisation Bahia Dorada, Entrada 5, at Km. 149, A 7, Estepona 29680 Malaga

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JUST FOR A SMILE Parking Officers Funeral As the coffin was being lowered into the ground at a Parking Officers funeral, a voice from inside screams "I'm not dead, I'm not dead. Let me out!" The Vicar smiles, leans forward sucking air through his teeth and mutters "Too late pal, I've already done the paperwork" Submitted by Joanna Mitchell Real Life Shades of Greying….. Back and forth…..Back and forth…..In and out…..In and out…..A little to the right…..A little to the left Her head twisting this way then that…..She could feel the sweat on her forehead….. Between her breasts…..And, trickling down the small of her back…..She was getting near to the end. He was in ecstasy…..with a huge smile on his face as his wife moved…..Forwards then backwards. Forward then backward…..Again…..and, again…..Her heart was pounding now….. Her face was flushed…..She moaned…..softly at first, then began to groan louder….. Finally…..totally exhausted…..she let out a piercing scream…..She shouted: "OK, OK, you smug obnoxious man…..I can't parallel park…..You do it!" Advice for an old member.... He was working out at the gym when he spotted a sweet young beautiful thing walking in.... He asked the trainer standing next to him, "What machine should I use to impress that young lady over there?" The trainer looked him over and said; "I would recommend the Cash Point in the lobby." Understanding Engineers: To the optimist, the glass is half-full. To the pessimist, the glass is half-empty. To the engineer, the glass is twice as big as it needs to be. QUIZ ANSWERS 1. Thousand islands 2. The pope 3. 24th June 4. Mexico 5. Soft fruit (such as raspberries or blackcurrants) 6. Open University 7. Queen of Hearts made some tarts 8. Queen of Disco 9. Helsinki (Finland)

10. Melvyn Hayes 11. George & Ira Gershwin 12. Bleak House 13. John Travolta & Olivia Newton John 14. Lazy Hazy Crazy Days of Summer

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