May 2014 reCONNECT magazine

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MAY 2014

ISSUE 22

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reCONNECT Magazine, in association with CIDC (Claremont Improvement District Company), held the Perfect Fit Health Awareness event in Claremont on 12 April 2014.

A beautiful, cool morning set the tone for a day of all things fun, fitness and a chance to 'know your numbers' with FREE screenings of glucose, cholesterol, blood pressure and BMI. With young and old participating, the overall message of the campaign is to create awareness of the importance of regular screening tests and encourage a healthier lifestyle.

The day kicked off with talented, Super DJ Oliver setting the tone with pulsating music. Shahied, our MC for the day, entertained the crowd as kids’ dance groups from Hanover Park youth development assisted by Penny Roberts, the netball girls got onlookers involved in a game on the square, hip hop dancers as well as having a rendition of Michael Jackson which entertained the crowds.

The National Renal Care (NRC) Rashida, Carol & Fagma, together with the Claremont Clinic, Sr Ann Albrecht of CDC Health, doing HIV testing and health screenings.

They were aptly assisted by Mothers Unite who got people engaged about who they are what they do. St. Lukes Hospice Charity Shops educated the public on health, the donation of unwanted goods etc. and treating young and old with Easter bunny handing out Easter Eggs.

Zainub of Herbalife presented information on their products, programmes and health assessments and evaluations. Zaeemah and Bhanoo of Jolly Carb and Henna

respectively, stayed till the very end as they had great fun and making everyone feel relaxed and rejuvenated through their techniques.

Flairs Gymnastics rope skills demo wowed the crowd.

Planet Fitness had everyone literally ‘spinning their wheels’ with their energetic spinning groups battling it out and also demonstrating their floor exercises and challenges which boosted heart rates and laughter levels with all receiving great prizes on the day.

Safe Kids and Edubox showcasing themselves on the day as well as Claremont Dental & Medical educating on their practice and handing out toothpaste while entertaining the kids.

We had Curves measuring participants BMI and fat percentage with the ladies having great fun throughout by having vouchers on offer to the overall winners of the challenges. The girls of Rouge Spa shared their specials and other offerings.

Eternal Child doing hand massages for all, showcasing their products and services as well as Planet Nails with their range of products and Justine encouraged participants to join their brand and benefit by becoming consultants.

With Special thanks to all our Contributors mentioned and Dischem who provided Goodie Bags, FinServe Group, and the Venue for their contribution to make Claremont and surrounds not just a safe space but a healthier one for all.

From the Editor: We celebrating our Mothers and Woman in business for the month of May. We salute them for their strength, courage and perseverance.

A Special Thank you all once again to our advertisers, for being valued reCONNECT Magazine clients and our readers for your continued support. We appreciate and value your support over the last 2 years and a bit. Whether you ran the race for the full 2 years or a month here and there... you made reCONNECT the

magazine what it is today.

We've noticed how our readership has increased and our competition entries have increased substantially over the last while thanks to you.

Please continue to 'like' us on Facebook and to follow us on Twitter for immediate updates and of course keep checking our website. To our moms put your feet up, take time out and have yourselves a fabulous time of it.

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Health Wellness & Beauty

MomsNeed ‘ME’ Time Too!

We’ve all heard it said that being a mother is the hardest job on the planet. Nurturing and self-sacrificing when it comes to their family, mothers are juggling a variety of tasks and running themselves ragged in the process.

So busy are mothers that they often forget to take care of themselves. Women’s magazines, Oprah and doctors have all been spreading the message - take care of yourself FIRST because you cannot take care of anyone else to the best of your ability unless you are running at an optimum level.

So this mother’s day make it a goal not only for one day, but incorporate ‘me-time’ into your life. It’s easier than you think and doesn’t have to take up much time!

We look at some simple ways to unwind Breathe. Many of us are oblivious to the fact that we are not breathing properly. When we’re stressed we tend to breathe in short shallow breaths. Mindful breathing means being aware of how you are breathing. Slow deep breaths slow down the heart rate, lowers blood pressure and helps to relax the body.

Loosen your jaw. Pay attention to your mouth and jaw right now. Is your jaw set quite tight and your tongue firmly lodged up against the roof of your mouth? We are never aware of this when we’re stressed – it is an involuntary reaction. Become more aware of this and practice relaxing your jaw, mouth and tongue. It

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immediately helps to release tension.

Think happy thoughts. Spend 10 minutes daydreaming about something that makes you feel happy. Get lost in the thoughts and when you come back to reality you may even find yourself smiling!

Stare upwards. Find a tree in a quiet spot. Lay down underneath and stare up at through the leaves to the sky. Gazing upwards, especially out in nature, has a remarkably calming effect. Research concludes that gazing upwards stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system and lowers the heart rate and blood pressure.

So moms, relaxing doesn’t have to involve expensive trips to the spa although it has its merits. Including some simple relaxation techniques into each day can instantly de-stress and replenish your energy levels!

ReCONNECT wishes all the amazing moms out there a Happy and Relaxing Mother’s Day!

Editorial by :Deevra Norling, Freelance Writer.

Email: deev67@gmail.com or follow on Twitter: @ deevranorling

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Home Decor

May Special 25% off all scatter cushions Introducing Owner of Curtain & Decor Gallery, Wahiebah...

1. How did it all start for you?

- Curtain & Décor Gallery is a continuation of a Family Business that operated in Malmesbury, WC, and due to logistics we moved the business to Claremont Cape Town.

Our Family has a host of Artisans – Carpentry & Décor and it is welcoming to continue with this line of business.

2. Give three words that best describe your business.

- Quality, Service Delivery and Thinking..”Out of the Box” 3. Where do you see yourself and the business in 3-5 years?

- Established and Healthy Customer Clientele in the Cape Town Area with both Private and Corporate Customers

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Out & About

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Food, Recipes etc

LEMON SORBET 115gr Sugar Grated rind of one lemon 125ml Lemon Juice (not concentrated) 2 cups (2 x 250ml) Water 1 Egg White

mixture out, chop into chunks and blend in a food processor.

1) Heat water and sugar over low heat, until sugar dissolves. Bring to boil then remove from heat and allow to cool. Take care that your syrup does NOT thicken, otherwise it will not freeze.

2) Combine egg white, lemon juice and rind with the sugar syrup and mix thoroughly.

3) Place in a shallow dish and freeze until solid.

4) Plunge the bottom of the frozen dish into very hot water for a few seconds. Turn frozen

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5) Return to freezer and continue the freezing/ blending process twice to break up the icicles and incorporate air.

Serve and enjoy...

Lemon Sorbet serves as a fantastic palate cleanser.

Serve between courses and enjoy the different tastes your menu has to offer.

Recipe supplied by: Bradley Jones

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Business Support & Security DOING BUSINESS RIGHT........

It's amazing how often the circumstances around conducting our businesses leaves us wondering whether we are still in the right business. I hope that for you, when faced with that concern, the reason why you started that business, reassures you that you are....

Then the next question is normally: "if then I am in the right business, how come....?" Well, my question is: Are we doing the right business right?

We should never lose sight of the relation between being effective and efficient. So often we can be doing the right thing (effective) and not doing the right thing, right (efficient). This brings us to what is often described as "best practices" in our different industries.

It is interesting though that these best practices are norms and standards by which the average business person measures whether they are on track or not. Very seldom will those who excel, share their best practices... it therefore stands to reason that doing business right is an subjective issue. "Right" is defined and guided by our own set of personal values or moral systems.

Doing business right has got nothing to do with external factors like position, price, product or all the other "p's" we are encouraged to consider but rather by the internal "p's" like principles and personality.

Our motives and intentions for achieving our desired outcomes, be that profits or other results, will ultimately determine whether we are doing business right.

Furthermore that question should not be answered by

ourselves but by those we are doing business with or for. Their response or continued desire to do business with us, should be our "Yes or No".

In conclusion, a special word of encouragement and acknowledgment to all our women (mothers) in business this month. You are perfect examples of the fact that external factors and circumstances like raising kids and running households do not mean that you cannot do business......RIGHT! Email: dpsmit.zecan@webmail.co.za Tel: 082 962 1395 / 021 906 0976 Twitter: dpsmax Websites: www.johnmaxwellgroup.com/ denzelpedrosmit

TOP TIPS! It’s time to review your security precautions.

The incidents of crime have increased in our areas, and it’s a good idea to take a fresh look at whether your home or business premises is as safe and secure as it could be...

Walk around your property and identify your possible 'weak areas'. If in any doubt ask your security company or your SAPS Sector Commander to assist/accompany you on this task. It may be that foliage or trees surrounding your perimeter fence are thick enough to hide a person close to your entrance gate.

Check that your electric fence is working and check that your gates close effectively and are always locked.

Do you have battery back-up in case of electrical outages? Is your electricity supply box outside your property securely locked? Is your gate correctly installed so that it cannot be lifted off its hinges or rails?

Instruct your family and staff not to allow any unknown person onto your premises, no matter their reason or excuse. Identify all workmen, delivery personnel and socalled official suppliers prior to entry.

Are your windows adequately burglar-proofed? Do not leave windows that are visible from the road open - even if they are not on the ground floor. Ensure no valuables (or keys) are left close to open windows or can be reached through the openings of security doors.

Do you have sturdy house doors and are they locked when not in immediate use? Is your kitchen door or side door as secure as your front door? Do you have sufficient lighting outside - in your garden, entrances, gate, garage, etc.?

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