ISSUE 29: JULY - AUGUST 2018 Keep me for 2 months.
Out and about with the Mayor of Taunton Deane Coal Orchard development plans Memories of Taunton with Nick Chipchase Miss Windsor - Mr Miles Gin Berry cocktail recipe What’s on in July & August
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This year seems to jogging along very quickly with the midsummer point already passed. I’m guessing many of you are either back from your holidays or those with children preparing for them. For those not fortunate to take holidays there is still plenty to see and do right here in Taunton. On the 4/5thAugust is the 31st WRSA Steam & Vintage Rally at Norton Fitzwarren. A bygone age of traction engines and machinery and other transport from the past. If music is your thing then pop along to Long Meadow on July 28th for Taunton’s Fake Festival. A line up of pro tribute acts from Queen, Oasis, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Blondie, David Bowie and Depeche Mode. The 4th Taunton Arts festival kicks off in July with an array of music/food/dance/ poetry & comedy with events taking place almost daily right through July with the highlight event on July 21st ‘Big Saturday’ with free live music at the Goodland Gardens and a host of other attractions. If you fancy something more spiritual, why not try the Buddhafield Festival at Culmhead 18th-22nd July. This is a joyful gathering of around 3,000 people, celebrating community and connection with the land. Song, dance, arts and crafts, yoga, meditation and play blend together without drink or drugs to create a loving and life-affirming space. There will be Buddhist teaching, workshops and ritual, under sun and stars. The Festival is family-friendly and open to everyone; however you practice. If you need to unwind you can always take the kids to Vivary Park and grab yourself a deckchair, knotted handkerchief and an ice cream and listen to the free music most Sundays throughout the Summer. Music from brass bands to jazz and samba. Don’t forget a bag of monkey nuts so the kids can feed the squirrels. Finally, can I mention the ‘Cream Tea’ Express on July 20th , leaving Bishops Lydeard at 2.15pm. There is nothing more exciting that a steam train ride and a cream tea too. This is in aid of Cancer Research. For information please ring 07950 734343. I hope you all have a super summer and if you have any events arising, big or small, please let us know.
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Coal Orchard development I am writing this just after another successful Somerfest in Taunton. This year`s event showcased professional street performance across a range of spaces within the town centre. This provided a range of interesting activities based on a Garden Town theme. In the past few months I have been pre-occupied with the delivery of two projects which are now coming to fruition. After much hard work with colleagues from Somerset County Council, we have installed variable message signs on the main routes into Taunton. By early September these will be connected to seven central car parks and the two park and ride sites. This will give early warning of how many spaces are available and should mean you can choose a car park where you know there is space. They will also be able to give early warning on events, sporting fixtures and help with traffic management. These main car parks will be converted to pay when you leave. This should take the stress out of shopping meaning you can return to your car when you are ready and not against the fear of getting a parking ticket ! You can also pay using a range of different methods so no more frantic search for change in the bottom of your wallet or purse. My other pre-occupation is the Coal Orchard development. The first half is running through the final detailed planning process. All being well we will start work late 2018 with demolition of the St James Street pool. The main works will start early 2019 to build the development. This is dependent on planning consent.
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The second half of this work, the redevelopment of the Brewhouse, is also moving along. We are in the process of appointing teams to help us deal with the design and build process. The Brewhouse had a surprise visitor during June – none other than the Chief Executive of Arts Council England. He was in town meeting other organisations and wanted to see how the Brewhouse team were getting on. He left hugely impressed with the range of shows and activities that are now on offer. He particularly praised the hard work that was being done and the ambition related to the forthcoming proposals. Since Christmas we have seen the impacts of internet shopping and the poor weather in the early part of the year on footfall in Taunton town centre. This impact has been felt across the South West. We are working with our retail community in conjunction with the Taunton Chamber of Business to try and work through these issues. This involves looking again at how we use the High Street, providing activities that bring people into town, working on marketing Taunton through a range of media and tidying up some areas of town. It’s hard out there for retailers so please get out there and support your local shops wherever they are – it`s a use it or lose it scenario ! Assistant Director of Business Development, Taunton Deane Borough and West Somerset Councils itimms@westsomerset.gov.uk 01823 217555
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Gregory and Wrenn, Chemists. With Nick Chipchase
The photograph shows Gregory and Wrenn’s chemists at 15 East Street. They had another shop in Taunton in Bridge St. where the stamp shop is now. Inside some of the original chemist’s fittings remain, They also had branches at Wellington and Langport. This image dates to around 1910 two years before the death of Mr W. A. Wrenn. He was twice mayor of Taunton and formed the partnership with Mr G.H.Gregory in 1885.Taunton had eight chemist shops in 1902 including Boots old shop in North St. Richard Woollat was another Victorian chemists at 18 Fore Street, in later years Adcocks. Now a travel agent the name Woollatt can still be seen on the floor in the doorway.The window display at East St. features Odol a tooth preparation. It’s strange how history interweaves itself with one’s own life. The manager of Adcocks gave me private lessons when I joined Boots as a pharmacy technician though in those days I was called a dispenser. When the cellar was cleared out some 40 years ago lots of old Woollatt memorabilia came to light including the delivery boy’s cap. There were boxes for Woollatt’s “ Wonderful Embrocation “ and “ Cough Drops “ and a complete stock of tops and bases ( pot lids ) for cold cream and tooth preparations. I have some in my collection today. I dug up more local chemist’s bottles and pot lids in old Victorian rubbish pits around the town. My first job was a trainee dispenser at Boots new shop where Lloyd’s Bank is now. Boots are now in the High Street. I was straight from school working with dozens of young ladies who chased me all over the basement. 6.
One eventually caught me and we have been married 50 years this year. Pharmacy was an art back then as you made up most things. I learned to make pills ( for the pedantic a pill is round a tablet angular.), mixtures and suppositories. You were in trouble if the latter had air bubbles in. Prescriptions ( scripts ) were written in Latin and directions abbreviated . N.P.Nomen Proprium meant that the proper name could be used. I still use a small “c” for the Latin word “cum” which means “with”. Having outlived my usefulness at Taunton I was moved to Boots in Wellington which at that time was an Edwardian shop where Shauls are now. We had a big refit there and all the old stuff went down a huge well the builders found in the back yard. If you look at the window display in the image above you will see how immaculate it was. Boots had a professional window dresser who came around to do the display. You learned a lot about human nature as a chemist assistant. Initially Boots would not sell Durex but finally relented. They were kept under lock and key in the manager’s office. It was an awfully embarrassing procedure for the prospective buyer. “Excuse me sir. I must fetch the manager” . I dispensed soda mint tablets to a client at Wellington. “Best sleeping tablets I ever had.” Such is the value of a placebo.I must have had 60,000 scripts through my hands at Wellington.It was not to last for me.I found shop work much too claustrophobic so eventually moved on to other things.
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Mr Miles Gin Berry Cocktail Recipe! Method
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Preparation Time: 10 mins or less – not including cooling time for tea. Serves: 1 delightful ‘you’ or guest! (double ingredients for 2, and so on) Ingredients
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to make the tea: 2 teaspoons of Miles Berry Berry Loose Leaf Tea, or any fruity tea will suffice! 3 or 4 ice cubes for a balloon glass (or of similar size) 35ml (2 & 1/2 tablespoons US) for a balloon glass (or of similar size) - of Newton House Gin, but any brand of gin will do the job! a good splash of Indian Tonic Water or one may try the ‘aromatic’ type. 25ml (2 tablespoons US) of pure cane sugar syrup.
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optional: a dash or two of rhubarb bitters. for decoration: a selection of summer berries (raspberries, strawberries, tayberries, redcurrants, or even a few blueberries!)
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medium-sized Brown Betty teapot – or any ‘robust’ type of teapot you can get your hands on!
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Darlings – clean hands at the ready, please! First off, prepare your beloved Brown Betty or any teapot of choice, and swill her trunk with boiling hot water. To the pot add 2 heaped teaspoons of Miles Berry Berry Loose Leaf Tea or any fruity loose-leaf tea, then immediately fill your darling teapot about half-way with boiling hot water. Allow to cool with the lid off. Once completely cooled kindly return the lid to your teapot and place in the fridge to chill. Once chilled, it’s time for a cocktail! So, drop 3 or 4 ice cubes into your glass, then add the gin – How spiffing! Using a tea strainer, fill the glass half-way up with the cooled tea. Add the pure cane sugar syrup, then top up with tonic water. If you’re a fan of rhubarb, and enjoy the contrast of sweet and ‘tart’, then add a dash or two of rhubarb bitters. Darlings – now give your fruity, gin-laced concoction a quick stir – How exciting! Now, it’s time to add the finishing touch! So, reach for a cocktail umbrella and to the spikey end add 2 or 3 berries of your choice, then gently place the decoration into your glass – careful not to splash! Voila - your cocktail is now ready to be served! Darlings, the great thing is, I’m sure there’s enough tea left-over to indulge in another cocktail, and then maybe another!
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Successful dating How to deal with rejection By Sophie Personne
What we should really do is a real effort to understand why a relationship breaks down, but this should be done in a constructive manner. This isn’t about pointing the finger at either party and blaming the world, but genuinely appreciating why a person, relationship, job or situation is no longer right for us. This also shouldn’t be about self-destruction and overanalysing what we did or didn’t do, our flaws and falling into a downward spiral of low self-esteem, but comprehending where the problem came from, as it will probably have run deep and for quite a while.
One of the things that we all really want, is for our relationships to be long-lasting, happy and fulfilling, but sometimes it doesn’t work out that way and conflicts occur. We have to make efforts, compromise from time to time and do things we don’t really want to do. Unfortunately, not all relationships will last… Rejection is probably the one thing we all dread. Whether it’s in a romantic relationship, in a family setting or with a friend, in the work environment, it hurts on so many levels and can also make us feel like there’s something wrong with us. Besides, if it is a regular occurrence, it will have a detrimental effect on the way we see and value ourselves. The truth is, we will all face some form of rejection at some point or another in our lives. We know it will happen, we know it’s not nice, but we don’t like it and we will attempt everything we can to prevent it. We even often worry about it in anticipation because no one likes getting hurt. The most common reaction is to try to control the situation and often leads to a lot of game-playing, which incidentally never works and is probably creating more damage. The one thing we don’t do with rejection is embrace it. We see it as a really bad thing and there are reasons why it is so deeply engrained within us. Through history, if someone was ostracised from their family or clan, their chances of survival became pretty slim purely because, as human beings, we don’t actually do that well on our own. So, rejection wasn’t just about the emotional pain but survival. 10.
We need to realise that at times, doors have to be closed. Yes, it is a cliché, but it is also a very good analogy. As we grow and evolve on our life journey, certain things, people or situations no longer serve us. Sometimes, the door closes forever and sometimes, the door is only closed for a while. Learning the lesson and understanding that you are being led in a different direction, which is better aligned with who you have become, will allow you to find the key to the right door. And yes, it is difficult to rationally understand this when you are in the midst of deep emotions, but if you are going through a difficult time and you are finding that things just aren’t going your way, look at your life and look at yourself. What are the circumstances around you trying to teach you? What is the lesson that you need to learn? What keeps on showing up and repeating itself? We can be guilty of creating a vicious circle because we’re not on the right path. We all want everything yesterday, but sometimes, we need to understand that the timing isn’t right, and we also have to accept that. And sometimes, it’s a combination of things. We really shouldn’t forget that everything happens for a reason… Sophie Personne is a Relationships Expert and Author. Her first book ‘Your Other Half – The Guide to Better Relationships with Others & Yourself’ is available now. If you want to find out more, visit www.sophiepersonne. com.
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Mayor of Taunton Deane 2018/19 Cllr Catherine Herbert
THE new Mayor of Taunton Deane Cllr Catherine Herbert has begun her year in office – and has hit the ground running.
Cllr Herbert was elected to Taunton Deane Borough Council in 2007 representing the Killams and Mountfields ward.
In her first few weeks in office she has:
As portfolio holder for sport, parks and leisure Cllr Herbert led the projects to refurbish Station Road Swimming Pool and build the Blackbrook Pool and Spa.
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Ridden tandem to raise cash for charity Taken part in the Glitter Run for St Margaret’s Hospice Visited Quantock Brewery – and pulled her first pint! Bought Season Tickets at Taunton Town FC as part of the club’s promotion Visited Yolker Cub Camp And attended a Royal Garden Party Hosted 40 Commando Royal Marines as they exercised their Freedom of Taunton to celebrate 35 years at Norton Manor Camp
Cllr Herbert moved to Taunton in 1995 with her soon to be husband Robin who was posted to 40 Commando at Norton Manor. They made their family home in Taunton and both of their children were born at Musgrove Park Hospital. Cllr Herbert set up a local Neighbourhood Watch (NW) to get to know people and this led onto a street party for the Queen’s Golden Jubilee. Through NW she got involved with the local residents’ association and was secretary and then chairman of the group.
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Cllr Herbert said: “I am proud to be elected as Mayor of Taunton Deane and am looking forward to supporting a wide range of organisations and individuals at events throughout the year, as well as raising funds for my chosen charities. So many people across our community benefit from them in many ways thanks to the work of dedicated volunteers and fund raisers. I am delighted to be able to give them my support during the year.” The Mayor’s Charities for the year ahead are St Margaret’s Hospice, SURE and the Taunton Sea Cadets and Royal Marines Cadets.
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A brief guide to making a Will With Anna Neil Maitland Walker Solicitors
What does a Will do? A will is the only way that you can control your estate when you die. It is how you get to decide who should inherit, how much they inherit, when they inherit and who is in charge of collecting and distributing your assets. A will allows you to give particular items – such as a family heirloom – to a particular person. A will is how you appoint guardians to look after children should both parents die whilst they are under 18. This is extremely important for anyone with young children. Wills do not come at the top of very many people’s bucket list of things to spend time doing over a weekend. They are, however, an important part of planning for the future. Here are a few things to think about if you are unsure. Do I need a Will? The simple answer is yes. All adults should have a will – whatever their age. There are some circumstances, however, which make it all the more important and these are:
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If you do not have a Will or if you have a Will which is invalid, your estate will be subject to the strict statutory rules of intestacy. A few important things to understand are:
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Do I need professional advice to make a Will? Taking legal advice ensures that all of the implications of your decisions are considered. It will help you to address issues you may not have thought of and it will help you to make decisions which are as tax efficient as possible. If you have complicated financial or familial arrangements, professional advice is even more important because it is likely that your will may create trusts which can carry unintended consequences. Taking professional advice will ensure that your will is valid and compliant with statutory requirements. 14.
What happens if I do not have a Will?
You have no control over who gets what or when they get it. There is no way to benefit wider family members, non-family or charities. There is no way to give individual gifts. If your estate is worth £250,000 or less, your spouse will inherit everything but if your estate is worth more, some will go direct to your children. Your children will inherit their share at 18. It cannot be held until they are older. If you are not married to your long term partner, they will have no right to any of your estate under the laws of intestacy.
Finally, it is important to think about the value of your estate especially where inheritance tax might arise. A will is one way to plan tax efficiently.
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July & August 14th July 11am – 2.00pm YMCA Pre-School Fête Moorfields, Lisieux Way.
with performances from local and national artists with free workshops and activities to suit all the family.
Bouncy Castle, BBQ, Face Painting, ice creams and Cake Stall. Fun dog show from 12.30.
Taunton Deane Ramblers Join the Ramblers. Canal & River Tone walk from Creech St.Michael. Easy walk 5 miles Meet Canal side Car Park. Creech St.Michael. www.tauntonramblers.org.uk 27th July Abba Tribute - Take a chance on us! McMillan Theatre, Bridgwater The music of Abba never fails to generate a fantastic night of entertainment!!
15th July Train Rides on our miniature railway at Vivary Park, Taunton, Somerset Fun for all the family. Please see our website for details and timetable. www.tauntonme.org.uk 14:00-17:00. Only 50p per ride
20 th July Black Tie Charity Dinner Somerset Cricket Club.
21st July Taunton Live Arts Festival Free Festival We invite you to get involved in this wonderful multicultural, Community Art event in Taunton. Taunton Live is organised by GoCreate Taunton, a Community Interest Company based in Taunton Deane whose members are creative practitioners. www.gocreate.org.uk
In aid of Taunton Homeless £40 per head. Live music, 3 course Dinner. Tickets from Rosie 01823 271326
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21st July Bridgwater Quayside Festival Free Festival The Quayside Festival is Bridgwater’s free outdoor summer festival in and around Bridgwater. The festival celebrates Bridgwater’s roots as a historic riverside port. This festival is a celebration of live music, indoor and outdoor theatre, dance, circus and acrobatics, film, carnival, aerial trapeze, puppetry 16.
4th August Jason Manford: Muddle Class Wellsprings Leisure Centre 01823 271271
22nd July Sunday Lazy River Jazz Band Vivary Park, 3pm 25th July
4/5th August Steam & Vintage Rally Norton Fitzwarren Traction engines, military & vintage transport, heavy Horses, agricultural, refreshments. www.steamrally.org.uk
Various Sunday Band Concerts in Vivary Park Vivary Park, Taunton. Apple County Chorus (1 Jul 2018) King Alfred Concert Band (8 Jul 2018) Lazy River Jazz (22 Jul 2018) Stoke Sub Hamdon Band (12 Aug 2018) Right Side of the Turf (19 Aug 2018)
8th Aug Somerset Children’s Festival 2018 Taunton Racecourse
25th Aug Summer Festival in a Day at the Somerset Rural Life Museum The Museum Of Somerset We roll festival and fête into one for this day of music, crafts, games and good times, Somerset style. Small additional charge for some activities.
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A bigger Somerset Children’s Festival awaits everyone with lots of entertainment, stalls and activities. FREE ADMISSION plus a bus service from Taunton. A magical day out for all the family to enjoy and so much to see and do throughout the day. Children must be accompany with an adult. No pets allowed on site.
26th Aug Live Band: Chill The Racehorse Inn, Taunton (60s, 70s, 80s and 90s Covers, 3 piece) 9pm - midnight. 18th Aug Unsigned Festival lll. In aid of NSPCC Chard Rugby Club Shoot the Moon, Jack Humphries, Trick Business, Banana High and a host of other performers.
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Mary Morgan (soprano) and Steve Graham (lute) ‘The Muses Gardin for Delights’ was the title of Robert Jones’ 5th book of ayres for voice and lute, published in 1610. There were several such publications in this “Golden Age of English Musi’c”, the pre-eminent composer being the lutenist John Dowland. Our programme will draw from this rich source of musical delights. Retiring Collection in aid of St Margaret’s Hospice & St John’s Church.
28th Aug Pride in Priorswood Youth Activities Lyngford Square
25th Aug Cinema: The greatest showman sing-a-long The Brewhouse PT Barnum (Hugh Jackman) brings the circus to town in this thrilling sing-a-long spectacular!
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Open Farm Sunday raised £350 for charity Open Farm Sunday, managed by LEAF (Linking Environment And Farming), is one of the farming industry’s biggest success stories. Since the first Open Farm Sunday in 2006, more than 1,500 farmers across the UK have opened their gates and welcomed 1.8 million people onto their farm for one Sunday each year.
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MORE THAN 250 people from Somerset visited a Christmas tree farm in the county last Sunday (June 10, 2018) and helped raise £350 for charity as part of Open Farm Sunday.
Reg added: “We’re based on 40 acres and a woodland runs the length of the plantations, either side of a stream. This area is home to a multitude of plants and wildlife, in particular rare lesser spotted orchids, deer and occasionally otters. “People who visited us on Open Farm Sunday were able to find out all about how we farm Christmas trees and also how we help and attract wildlife to the farm.”
Langford Lakes Christmas Tree Farm took part in the event, which is the farming industry’s national open day, on Sunday, June 10 for the second time and fundraised for Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW). Reg Hendy from Langford Lakes Christmas Tree Farm, which is based at Middle Hill Farm in Langford Budville, said: “We were delighted to be supporting Open Farm Sunday for the second time and the event was a huge success. “During the day, people could walk our Christmas tree plantations and see the trees mid growth when they are a pale green colour. Visitors could also stroll through our woods and bring a picnic to enjoy by our lakes. “We also held a range of activities to entertain children such as creating a Christmas bauble and taking part in a treasure hunt around the plantation. To add to this, we also hosted a Craft Fayre and 20 local crafters attended and each donated a prize to our raffle in aid of our Charity of the Year, CHSW. “We would like to say ‘thank you’ to Jackie White Catering, who donated homemade cakes to our refreshment stand and the Wellington Friends Group of CHSW for helping with the refreshments and the raffle. The fundraisers raised a staggering £350 for the charity so thanks to everyone who donated to such a worthy cause.” The Langford Lakes team were also on hand during the day to answer any questions people had about the plantation. Reg added: “Our Open Farm Sunday event was a fantastic opportunity for everyone, young and old, to discover firsthand what it takes to run our Christmas tree farm. We can’t wait to take part again next year.” 18.
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Langford Lakes Christmas Tree Farm, which is wellknown for its home grown, freshly cut Christmas trees, is a family run farm located close to the nature reserve Langford Heathfield, a mile outside of Langford Budville in Somerset. The farm is owned and run by Reg and his wife Ann and their two sons, Shaun and Nick. The family has been growing and selling Christmas trees for more than 20 years. For more information about the farm, please visit www. langfordlakes.co.uk, follow the company on Twitter at www.twitter.com/LangfordLakes or log on to www. facebook.com/LangfordLakesChristmasTreeFarm/. Photograph 1: (Centre) Nick Hendy from Langford Lakes Christmas Tree Farm with Ian and Nina Thomas from Brendeane Laser Craft at the Open Farm Sunday event. Photograph 2: Reg Hendy from Langford Lakes Christmas Tree Farm with five-year-old James Wright on a tractor at the Open Farm Sunday event.
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The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association Volunteers needed to help change lives in Somerset
You may well have heard of Guide Dogs, we’re a national charity working to ensure that blind and partially sighted people do not lose their independence. There are around 2 million people in the UK living with sight loss, and all experience a different level of vision and mobility. We offer a range of mobility services to help people keep their independence, and have an amazing number of dedicated staff, volunteers, and of course, dogs who support the Guide Dogs mission. The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association needs seven volunteers across Somerset to help improve the confidence and independence of visually impaired people. Some of those hoping for a volunteer have been waiting for over five months, so getting involved could really help change someone’s life. Quite a few of these people have a particular interest in visiting and walking around Taunton, so we’d be really keen to hear from people interested in volunteering in and around Taunton.
Bethany Akielan, My Guide Ambassador, says: “When someone loses their sight, they can also lose confidence; or in the worst cases become socially isolated. Introducing a My Guide into someone’s life makes a real difference. In volunteering a couple of hours a week, it can make the seemingly insurmountable, possible for a service user.” Suzanne, a service user in Exeter says: “Jan, my My Guide volunteer, has been invaluable in making my relocation from Sussex to Exeter a positive experience. Moving meant I had to make a mental map of my new surroundings and Jan has been key in supporting my independence in my new home town.”
My Guide is a service that Guide Dogs offers whereby a trained, sighted guide, is partnered with someone with sight loss. My Guides accompany service users to facilitate tasks such as running errands, practicing everyday routes, using public transport, or going to the gym to build confidence in these areas. So you could say that they are a bit like a human guide dog!
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George When you’re a cat there are certain rules about territory: your own back yard is a no go area for other cats, but you have to be realistic about access to other areas. So there are some unwritten rules about letting other cats across your patch without it breaking out in a full scale war. Other areas are deemed as communal, I mean if there wasn’t, then there wouldn’t be anymore cats, if you get my drift. So this covers the park, the street with some caution, and rooftop areas. I have to admit the recent sunshine is a blessing as we love the warmth of the sun. But at night it does get rather cold, so you have to find some other alternative for warmth. The top of the wheel of a recently parked car is one, the outlet of a tumble dryer is another, if you can stand the smell and Mr. Davis’s greenhouse if he’s got the heater on.
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Now two streets away from where I live there is a house where half the neighbourhood have deemed to congregate, on the roof of 25, Wisdon Drive. Now most roofs are cold places due to the mass of insulation they stuff in their loft, but this house is belching out heat through the tiles much to the delight of about twenty cats all snuggled up in a line. We were all there one morning, about sunrise time, when suddenly two vans and about three cars come screaming up to the door. Then a load of brightly dressed people smashed the door down and reappeared with the owners and all drove off again. Do you know from that day that house was the coldest in the street, still make hay whilst the sun shines. There was always a funny smell about that house too.
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Take control of your electronic inbox! By Lisa Calder
‘Why do you have 9632 emails in your inbox?’ I looked at my husband, ‘Um...is that a lot? How many are in your inbox?’ ‘About twenty,’ he replied. I looked at my inbox. There were emails I had meant to deal with; emails from clients and the kids’ schools with information I needed; there were time-sensitive offers I’d never got around to investigating; endless updates from the social media platforms I subscribed to, and the rest I’d kept just in case, of what I’m not entirely sure. I wondered idly if there was such a thing as being an email hoarder. I clearly had a problem and I needed to act. I paused my work and began to sift through the backlog. An hour later I’d made little progress. ‘Just delete the lot,’ said my husband. ‘It’ll be like ripping off a plaster. The anticipation is the worst bit.’ Could I do that? It was tempting. But I paused. I couldn’t. I did have a problem! I decided to compromise. I kept the last month’s emails and deleted everything else. EVERYTHING. WOW it felt liberating. I looked at my almost-empty inbox. It felt so good I quickly went through the month’s worth of emails I’d kept, and deleted anything I knew I’d never get around to answering. I replied to and actioned emails which required a response, then deleted them too. But while I was working five new emails arrived
and in the back of my mind I knew how easily those five would become fifty...and then five thousand. I needed to futureproof my inbox! I decided I’d set aside fifteen minutes once or possibly twice a day to deal with email. If I needed to save information I would file it in a folder on my laptop. Then once a month I would quickly go through the inbox and delete anything else that I knew would never be actioned. To be honest that’s been the hardest part. I feel genuine anxiety about deleting emails. FOMO (fear of missing out) is a real problem for many people with email issues. So many emails are ‘offers’. What if that amazing offer never comes up again? Believe me, a quick trawl through my pre-deletion inbox, indicates they do... frequently. What’s more, these ‘offers’ are often timesensitive and so we hang on to them ‘just in case’, then miss the deadline anyway and still don’t delete them. I found it useful to cap my emails at 50 and I use an email system to filter school emails into a separate inbox, so I can see at a glance when ‘Dress like a Roman’ day or ‘Bring an onion to school’ day (yes really) is coming up! Your system might have to be different. The trick is to invent one to suit your own personality and routine. I feel more in control and organised now I’m on top of my inbox. Now to tackle the cupboard under the stairs!
Plastered! - which wound covering should you choose? The other day I popped into the pharmacy for a box of plasters to be confronted by a ssmorgesboard of choice! There is now a plaster for every occasion. If you’ve ever been confused read on. Faster Healing – Hydrocolloid is a substance which forms a gel when it absorbs water. It maintains a moist environment around a wound that prevents drying of the skin and a hard scab. This substance revolutionised blister healing. Specialist blister plasters form a second skin and prevent rubbing, while wicking away the moisture and encouraging healing. They should be in every hiker’s backpack as well as in the handbag of every girl who loves new shoes! Spray-on – This is great for minor cuts and grazes especially on tricky areas like elbows and knees. A clear flexible film is sprayed over the area to protect it from bacteria. 24.
Pain-killing – Yes really! These temporarily relieve pain by dispensing painkilling ingredients on to the skin. They are best for sports injuries, sprains and backache Blood-stopping – Micro-dispersed oxidised cellulose (m-doc) is a powder which rapidly absorbs blood from wounds. It forms a soft gel layer over the cut to stop the flow. Great for kitchen knife injuries and shaving cuts which won’t stop bleeding. Burn plasters – Like blister plasters these are made with hydrocolloid that stops the plaster sticking to the burn and restores the natural level of moisture to the skin so that it can regenerate with less scarring. By Tracey Anderson
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Running & fitness coach Why running is harder when it is hot outside By Verity Wright, www.runverity.com
It seems to be a lot easier to get out of the front door when the weather is warmer, the days are longer, and the clothes are lighter. So much easier than the cold, dark winter nights when sometimes just moving was an effort due to the number of layers you had to wear just to keep warm. So why is it harder to run in the heat? The combination of running and being exposed to the sun makes the body work harder to regulate the body’s core temperature. Blood must cope with a dual role, it must cool the body by transporting heat to the skin’s surface and supply oxygen and fuel to the working muscles. If you exert yourself too much in the heat, then your body may not be able to cope resulting in an internal temperature increase which may result in heat stroke. The warning signs of heat exhaustion/stroke are feeling faint, dizzy, disoriented and serious fatigue. Here’s how to maximise your safety when running in hot weather. 1. Hydrate well Drink before, during and after runs to replace any lost fluids, because you are losing fluids through sweating you need to keep well hydrated; sweating is the body’s way of cooling the body. Sweat consists mainly of water but it also includes other nutrients such as sodium, chloride and potassium, you can easily replace all of these nutrients by hydrating with a sports drink. Try not to wait until you are thirsty before you have a drink, drink before you become thirsty. 2. Dress cool Lightweight and breathable fabric that wicks sweat away is the best option when running in the summer months. A pair of shorts, vest top and socks are the best options; you need to maximise the exposure of the skin surface so that sweat evaporates. Avoid cotton T-shirts as this material absorbs sweat and this will make the t shirt heavy and uncomfortable. Try and wear a cap or pop a bandana in the freezer before you run and place around your neck just as you are heading out. 3. Run at the coolest time of the day Either run before the sun rises or in the evening as the sun sets. Try and avoid running during the middle of the day when the sun is at its hottest. The air quality is also 26.
at its best in the morning, making this an ideal time to run. Cool down your body before you set out by having a lukewarm shower. 4. Change your routes Try and run along shady routes, off road running is great during the summer months as trees can offer more shade. 5. Wear sunscreen Wear a high factor sport sunscreen as skin that is sunburnt loses its ability to sweat therefore your ability to keep cool is minimised. 6. Adjust your expectations Start slowly on your runs, run at a steady pace that feels right for you and avoid worrying about how fast or slow you are going. You need to also be prepared to adjust your pace during the run as well, expect to feel more tired than usual as the heat zaps your energy. Run on how you feel and listen to your body and look out for the signs of heat stroke. Let your body temperature gradually return to normal when you return from your run and cool down by spraying yourself with water. And don’t worry, your body should adapt to running in the heat within two weeks. Verity Wright is an England Athletics Qualified Coach in Running Fitness and runs a successful Athletics Coaching business in the South of England. She competes as an endurance athlete in events from 10k to 42k over country, roads, fells and mountains. If you want to know more, you can visit her website www.runverity.com
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Steps to a healthier heart By Louise Addison
Cardiovascular disease causes 26% of all deaths in the UK; that’s over 150,000 deaths each year – an average of 420 people each day or one death every three minutes.
as olive or rapeseed oil have a positive effect too, and the really good news is that an alcoholic drink per day also works in your favour!
Those are the scary statistics but what can you do to improve the health of your heart?
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Below are the top tips according to leading cardiologists. Walk 30 minutes every day, no matter what! – A half hour walk every day decreases an individual’s chances of a heart attack by 30%. If you think you’ll skip days find a walking buddy and hold each other accountable. Find out your blood pressure and take steps to bring it down – Your blood pressure may be a more important factor than your cholesterol! If the doctor prescribes medication take it, but you can also take steps to lower it yourself and maybe reduce the need for medication. The best ways are to exercise and lose some belly fat. Individuals with high levels of fat in the abdominal cavity (belly fat) and around their abdominal organs are more likely to develop high blood pressure because this fat interferes with the function of the kidneys, which regulate the blood pressure. Know what your HDL number is and then do what you can to raise it to 1.3 mmol/l - In women especially it seems that a higher HDL (good cholesterol) number is more important than a low LDL (bad cholesterol) number. Eat about 25g of raw, fresh, unsalted nuts per day – especially walnuts, pecans, hazelnuts, pistachios and almonds. Nuts are packed with omega 3 oils, raise levels of HDL good cholesterol, decrease inflammation and have a good effect on the heart. Healthy fats such
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Floss! – Most people don’t know that your oral health has an effect on arterial health so make sure those pearly whites stay clean and flossed. Limit saturated fat and avoid trans fats – Try to keep saturated fat below 20g per day. Both saturated fat and trans fats (found in many processed foods) lead to inflammation of the arteries. Read labels and avoid foods which list sugar as one of the first five ingredients – In particular don’t be fooled by foods which claim to be ‘low fat’ because often they contain extra sugar instead. Healthy fats such as olive oil are better than empty sugar calories. Drink wine – But not too much! It’s a slightly bizarre (but consistent scientific truth) that teetotal folk have a higher risk of heart disease than those who drink in moderation. But a glass of red wine occasionally is very different to binge drinking once a week so be careful with this tip. Eat a rainbow of fruit and veg – Five to nine servings a day will help to keep your heart in tip-top condition. It may sound a lot but if you add chopped veg to pie fillings and casseroles and eat fruit at breakfast and salad stuff for snacks it all adds up.
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Garden toys By Tracey Anderson
Gardens are a great place for kids to run around and get that all important fresh air and exercise. The addition of a toy or two will mean you can keep them happily occupied for hours. Swings are perennially popular. Make sure the size and style is appropriate to the age of the child. Better still buy one which has changeable seats so you can upgrade as the child grows, or simply ring the changes now and then. Slides come in all sizes. They can be independent structures or attached to climbing frames. You really do get what you pay for in this instance. Do your homework. Is a metal or wooden frame best for your garden. How much use will it get and how many and what ages of children does it need to support? Get the best you can afford and it will serve you for many years. Trampolines are a relative newbie to the UK garden compared with slides and swings but they are rightfully popular. Even adults can’t resist them. You’ll need a flat surface, and a safety net is highly recommended. Most trampolining injuries occur when one child lands on another so buy the biggest your garden will allow. It’s almost impossible to police the ‘one child at a time’ recommendation so bigger is safer as each child has more space.
Kids love dens. Provide a Wendy house or a tepee and let their imagination run wild. If you have the funds you can buy an elaborate fort or tree house. If you don’t have space for a permanent Wendy house, provide poles and old blankets and let them construct their own! If you have space for a sand and water area your children will love it. There are simple small plastic tables designed for the purpose and huge wooden luxury models complete with seats and sunshade. Use specialist play sand to fill it. Make sure you buy one with a cover to protect it from the weather and prevent neighbourhood cats from using it as a toilet. We can’t all have a proper pool in the garden but most of us have room for a paddling pool. Add a couple of supersoaker water pistols and a waterslide made from heavy duty silicon and you’re set for an afternoon of splashy delight. If you have a large space you could invest in some football goals or a badminton set. But for those who love to play games and have a smaller space there’s croquet or outdoor skittles. And there are now outdoor giant versions of family favourites like Connect 4, Jenga and Chess. Time for some outdoor fun.
Stretch benefits increase the blood flow to the muscles and heart steadily, sudden changes will cause muscles to fatigue more quickly.
In an attempt to prevent injury, most of us stretch before exercise and some (though not as many) stretch afterwards. But if we’re doing fairly steady activities (jogging, cycling or walking) then while stretching will improve our flexibility there is not much evidence it will prevent muscle injury. In these cases the advice is to warm up with five minutes of light, gradual exercise instead. The reason for this is that it’s important to
Stretching is more effective if you’re doing the type of exercise where you land constantly and forcefully on your feet, or stop and start quickly (sprinting, tennis, weight-lifting, or competitive team sports like football). The more flexible the muscles are the more impact they’ll be able to sustain. But everyone benefits from stretching after a workout. During exercise lactic acid builds up in your muscles. This can lead to soreness and fatigue. Stretching after a workout helps to eliminate the lactic acid and restore the muscle to its relaxed state, preventing the fatigue. By Sarah Davey
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