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Issue 67 March / April 2021

IN THIS ISSUE Events - P5 Under the Hammer - P10 In Stitches - P14 Children’s Activities - P19 Food & Drink - P22 Mind Matters - P24 Interior Design - P32

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Welcome to SK Bramhall & Woodford Welcome to the March / April issue of SK Bramhall & Woodford. To be honest I’m really finding it hard to find things to say as we continue “Waiting” for our lives to come out of this enforced hibernation. So I thought I’d leave it to local resident Margaret Clark, who sent in this lovely poem;

WAITING

Have you ever been in a ‘waiting room’?

Hard floor - painted walls and a seat.

Anxiety hangs like bated breath.

No one, but no one speaks Ever been in a ‘waiting room’?

The magazines obsolete, And the notices hang - so thick with dust.

Are they really so up to date?

Ever been in a ‘waiting room’?

Your throat is dry, And your heart palpates And even if it wasn’t before, Your blood pressure is up to a peak.

Ever been in a ‘waiting room’?

It’s worse than what’s to come.

You’ve nothing to do and nothing to say And the air is beginning to hum.

Ever been in a ‘waiting room’?

When our name is called at last.

With a sense of relief, you leave your seat.

Your turn has come - at last.

Whatever the coming months have in store, please continue to support your local community, your local businesses & above all stay safe & stay positive.

This month Interior Design page 32

FURNITURE LOOKS IN 2021 AND BEYOND

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or a while now we’ve left the plain behind in favour of texture in our homes. Plain tiles have given way to a tactile twist, glass has become fluted and wallpaper (OK I know we’ve always had blown vinyl and I still love it in hallways in certain homes) has become to look like the real feather, beads or marbled lines they depict. Therefore, with almost predictable certainty it’s now the turn of furniture.

Grooves, layers, waves, flutes and they are absolutely gorgeous. I wouldn’t go with a full matching set of ‘groovy’ furniture, but a piece here and there will certainly give the room a designer’s touch. There are some super affordable and beautiful pieces available to grace your homes but make sure you pop some fresh accessories in there too, then it will really sing.

Cane webbing in furniture is a popular choice for 2021. It gives vibes of tropical climes, a less formal look with the outdoors coming in. I think lockdown has influenced what we want in our homes. We are inside so much that having lots of heavy, plain furniture can be oppressive. We saw greens and tropical palms making a huge impact on interiors in 2020 and this feels like progression from that. I’ve heard of people using old furniture, removing a panel and replacing with cane webbing but I’m not sure I’m that brave. If you are, go for it, alternatively

there are lots of beautiful pieces on the market.

Take advantage of recommended local craftspeople for a twist nobody else will have.

If your fitted wardrobes were once the bee’s knees and cost you a fortune, they could be transformed with a little imagination and a lick of paint. You can paint almost anything these days! Perhaps it’s that bit under the stairs that the family use to dump stuff on the way in.

Strip the paper off, a nifty design drawn up on the back of that random Year 8 textbook that’s been hanging around for a while, then make it happen. If you’re the handy sort (must own a spirit level!) then give it a go yourself, what’s the worst that can happen?

You take it back off and paint over it, that’s about it. Pop a few hooks up, a nice basket, maybe a shelf and you have a new very useful area that didn’t previously exist, it may even encourage the family to throw their bags in the general direction of the basket and hang their coats and hats up (there’s always hope).

Please do let me see what you clever lot do.

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Contents Welcome - Page 3 Events - Pages 5,6 & 8 Under the Hammer – Page 10 Community Care - Page 12 In Stitches – Page 14 Health Care – Page 16 Children’s Activities - Pages 19 & 20 Food & Drink – Page 22 Mind Matters – Page 24 Community News – Page 26 Health & Wellbeing – Page 28 Community Index – Page 30 Interior Design – Page 32 Ad Index - Page 34

Cheers

Simon

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EVERY WEDNESDAY: BMC BABY CHAT BRAMHALL METHODIST CHURCH. For further details telephone 0161 4391204.

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EVERY OTHER WEDNESDAY: ROTARY CHEADLE & DISTRICT DEMENTIA GROUP Contact Rita Kumar 07899951600.

EVERY WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH – PARKINSON’S UK – STOCKPORT BRANCH Check out our web page www.parkinsons.org.uk/ local-support-groups/regions/stockport-branch for a full list of our programme.

EVERY SECOND WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH: THE ARTS SOCIETY NORTH EAST CHESHIRE Contact Maggie Schofield on 0161 427 9451 or inf0@theartssocietynortheastcheshire. org.uk

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THURSDAY ONCE A MONTH: BRAMHALL THURSDAY CLUB Contact Carol Sargent g.davidsargent@btinternet.com, 0161 439 1779 or Facebook page, Bramhall Thursday Club.

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EVERY 4TH THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH (EXCEPT FOR DECEMBER): RETIRED TEACHERS CLUB Contacted on 0161 4398794. SK8 7AA. Call 0161 486 9226.

EVERY FRIDAY: WOODFORD COMMUNITY CENTRE BRIDGE CLUB Contact Judith Fletcher on 0161 439 5310.

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Is your Cheshire home a treasure trove?

Items to look for that might fly at auction It may have Right now, we’re gathering lots been a for our April general, toy, fine art, long, cold jewellery, ceramics and interiors sales winter but and chances are you have an item the auctions Sold for £1,700, 3 1/2ins gauge, 0-8-0, locomotive and tender, that could sell well. Check for small NER, No. 2116, finished in NER green livery with gold and are hotting items such as old coins, jewellery or red text. Well-engineered and scratch-built. up as more watches. In Hansons’ first silver and and more people tune into the fun of browsing, jewellery sale of 2021, all but 10 bidding and buying antiques and collectables. of more than 550 lots sold.

Despite lockdown, Hansons’ 2021 have been Strong sales for silverware, delivering record-breaking results. For example, such as cutlery and tableware, the February Toy Auction was a white-glove pointed to a desire to recapture sale which means every lot sold. If your vintage the nostalgia of fine dining.

Action Man is languishing in the loft, or a train Victorian tea ware wasn’t so Sold for £2,000, set is gathering dust, it’s time to dust them popular a few years ago but now emerald and diamond dress ring down. people are yearning for quality sold for £2,000. and sophistication. Plus, while Online catalogues and unable to dine out, it’s an bidding, in-house postage opportunity to turn on the and thousands of registered style in your own home. bidders worldwide have helped Hansons adapt to life’s This may also be a reason why limitations amid the pandemic. brown antique furniture sales Sold for £1,250, George V silver four-piece tea are enjoying a resurgence.

And it’s pleasing to know we service comprising teapot, sugar bowl, milk bring a little light relief to Quality pieces are being jug and hot water jug. people in these difficult days. snapped up and we’re seeing Auctions offer a welcome break from strong results for Victorian and grave world events and some retail Georgian furniture as well as vintage therapy. clocks and collectibles.

Consequently, now is a good time to The key is never to dismiss anything sell. And, if you’re grounded at home, and never be afraid to contact us to now is also a good time to delve into double check. drawers, attics, garages and even Covid-safe home visits to value under the bed in search of items which collections, house clearance/ might bring you an auction windfall. downsizing services and free Sold for £6,000, Spanish Many people unwittingly own virtual valuations are available.

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KEEPING OUR COMMUNITIES SAFE

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t is an understatement to say that it has been a difficult 12 months for most people due to the Covid-19 pandemic. We are all learning to live with the ongoing restrictions and the impact of the public health, and economic emergencies.

There is another ‘sting in the tail’ too, the emergence of those who seek to take advantage of the increased concern around the spread of Covid-19, especially targeting older people.

Fortunately for us there are also those who work hard to raise awareness of such scams and regularly provide updates the latest scams, how to easily identify them and tips on how to keep you and your loved ones safe. One of the best sources is age UK as they provide information at a national and local level. Here are some of the recent Covid-19 scam related activity that have been reported: Fake lockdown fines: a bogus text message saying you have been fined for stepping outside during the coronavirus lockdown. The scam message claims to be from the Government, telling the recipient their movements have been monitored through their phone and they must pay a fine or face a more severe penalty.

HMRC goodwill payment: police are warning of a fake message designed to steal your account details that reads ‘As part of the NHS promise to battle the COVID-19 virus, HMRC has issued a payment of £258 as a goodwill payment’.

Telephone deception: older people have been contacted by fraudsters who pretend to be a relative currently being treated in hospital after contracting COVID-19. In some cases, the

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fraudster will impersonate a doctor. Following this, the victims are asked to pay for the costs of the medical treatment urgently by transferring money or handing over cash or other valuables to “hospital representatives” in person.

At all times, not just Covid-19, it is worth reminding ourselves of the following 5 golden rules to keep ourselves safe; 1. Never give a stranger your personal information or bank details, no matter who they claim to be. 2.

Charities/and or authorities will never ask for bank details over the phone. 3.

If someone visits you in person, always ask to see their ID & don’t feel bad about asking someone to leave if you don’t know them. 4. Never share any account log in details with people i.e., usernames or passwords. 5.

Don’t rush into anything, if an offer seems too good to be true, it probably is.

For more information on this subject visit www.ageuk.org.uk. Both age UK Stockport and Cheshire East have dedicated web pages with news on what’s happening in the local area and they also share details of prevention initiatives too.

Karen Perry Founder, alice chilton In-Home Care Services www.alicechilton.com www.alicechiltoncleaning.co.uk

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Going back in time

Hello Sewers, We are back with another In Stitches. The pandemic has a lot of us sitting at home binge watching Netflix and thanks to the new show, Bridgerton, one of my favourite eras for clothes trends is back in style. The 1800s drama has inspired empire waistlines, floaty dresses and chimney pot necklines on mens shirts. As you’ll know the famous Pride and Prejudice starring Colin Firth, was filmed just over 25 years ago at our very own Lyme Hall in Disley and also featured in 1813 with distinctly similar fashion. If you are a social media user, you may have seen people fashioning themselves with 1800s inspired looks if it’s with fabric or corsets. If you fancy making yourself a dress, I have found a beautiful pattern by Butterick 6074. For you Bridgerton fans, make sure you use polysatin, brocades, organzas and chiffons to match the Austen style. To make the pattern suit your modern everyday life, I suggest you make the dress shorter to your desired length. These dresses are going to look lovely in the Spring sun that will be with us soon I’m sure. With an increase in men sewing, gentlemen may enjoy making the pattern Butterick b2767, an 1813 inspired suit with waistcoat and trousers. I will be sewing these patterns on YouTube so make sure to follow me @Abis Den. Some of you know that I repair sewing machines. Recently, I have been receiving some

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that have been neglected of a clean and an oil.

I have had friends let me know that they have paid an arm and a leg to a machine repairer who ended up just cleaning away the loose threads and lint in the bobbin area.

If you are hearing your machine making a clunking noise I suggest, before you take it to a professional, using the brush that comes along with the machine to clean the affected areas. Try removing the needle plate and cleaning there. Don’t use anything but sewing machine oil, other oils could damage the machine and it could end up in a terrible state.

Staying at home this Summer has created a great opportunity to make for a Summer Staycation.

This Spring I will be making things for the garden like table settings, outdoor cushions, bunting and peg bags. For the children, garden tepees and beanbags. And for the animals, a fabric bird feeder and an outdoor doggy bed. Let’s make sure we stay safe this Summer but also have lots of fun.

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LIVING WELL WITH DEMENTIA

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dementia diagnosis can be a life-changing moment, and while it’s normal to feel worried and a little lost, it’s also possible, now more than ever, to live well with dementia.

Increasingly in the media we hear of famous people being diagnosed with dementia - Barbara Windsor, Tony Bennett, Robin Williams, to name but a few. It’s a condition that’s in the spotlight: every four minutes, someone receives a dementia diagnosis, but as awareness grows, so too does the possibility of living a fulfilled life.

Often, small changes can make a big difference.

There is life after diagnosis. Here’s how you can continue to live well with dementia.

Seek out support There’s so much support available now in different forms. Websites like Dementia Tip Share is a hub of advice created by people with dementia, for people with dementia, while dementia daycare centres are great places for fun and friendship in the community. The Greater Moments app is another support tool, capturing positive moments and providing realtime feedback on the experiences of people with dementia to help make activities in the community more visible, accessible and friendly.

Be practical Removing clutter and switching to well-fitting shoes and slippers can prevent trips and slips

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in the home. Technology can help with safety and security around the house, too - installing door sensors, video doorbells and other types of assistive technology offers a level of reassurance for people living with dementia and their carers. Keeping on top of eye appointments and making sure the home environment is well lit is also often helpful in reducing the risk of falls.

Live well Eating healthily and taking regular exercise is as important as ever, but so is maintaining social interaction and normal routines. Spending time with family and friends, enjoying celebrations and getting out and about in the community can help people with dementia maintain their independence for longer.

Enjoying hobbies and familiar music is also great for creating feelings of empowerment and individuality, and helping boost mood.

For more information about living well with dementia, visit the NHS Dementia Guide at www.nhs.uk/conditions/ dementia/activities/.

Diane Prees, Founder of Ambiance Care, dementia homecare and advisory specialists www.ambiancecare.co.uk

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Wednesday and Thursday afternoons.

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Active Angels

Tuesday 10 – 11.30am (term time only) – drop in; 0 – 5 years old. Babies 50p, 1-2yrs £1 & 2+ £1.50.

Provide a variety of toys and activities to suit all ages, along with healthy snacks and drinks.

St Michael & All Angels Church, St Michael’s Avenue, Bramhall, SK7 2PG..

Babyballet Bramhall

Our magical classes run throughout the week for ages 6months - 5years. Babyballet is a fun and engaging way to help children of all abilities develop, co-ordination, musicality, posture and rhythm. Please email Miss Betty on bramhall@ babyballet.co.uk or call 07399 472449.

BMC Baby Chat

10:00-11:15am. Term-time only. Bramhall Methodist Church, Bramhall Lane South Come and join us every Wednesday morning for a chat, tea/coffee and biscuits and the opportunity to meet other mums, grandparents and carers with young babies in the Bramhall area. There’s a small charge of £1 per adult. For further details please contact Hannah@bramhallmethodists.og.uk

Baby Loves Massage

Tuesday mornings. Harper Studios, Newby Road, SK7 5DA (near Stepping Hill Hospital). Call Kate 07866 468245.

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Bramhall Library Storytime

Mondays 11 – 11:30am. Sharing stories, sharing books. Age - Under 5’s Cost - Free Bramhall Library Bramhall Lane South, Bramhall. T: 0845 644 4307.

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Bumps and Bashes First Aid classes:

Classes take place in and around the Stockport area and can also be conducted in your own home. Please contact Jaime on 07909 005129 or email stockport@bumpsandbashes.com.

Drama (5-7’s)

Saturdays 1.15pm-2pm.Starlight Performing Arts Academy CIC, Bramhall Moor Lane, (opp Stepping Hill Maternity Hospital) SK7 5AA. T 0161 439 8009 or 07515 397715. www.starlightperformingarts.t83.net

Enjoy A Ball

Tuesdays at Bramhall Scout Hut, St Michael’s Avenue, Bramhall. Call Sam to pre book on 07973 886783. 1.45pm: 2.5-3.5 years & 2.45pm: 3.5- school age & 3.45pm: Reception & 4.45pm: Years 1 & 2.

Fun in French

For 4-11 year olds, on a Wednesday afternoon at 4pm (term time only) at the United Reformed Church, Robins Lane, Bramhall. A “La Jolie Ronde” licensed teacher, who uses songs, stories, role plays & games to teach French to children. Call Claire 07866 852859.

Jabberjacks

Wednesday mornings @ United Reform Church, Robins Lane, off Bramhall Lane South, Bramhall SK7 2PE. Call Sue on 01625 540999

Jo Jingles

Jo Jingles classes are carefully structured.

Each week different educational themes are introduced using well-known nursery rhymes and action songs. Mondays 9.30am - Under 2s and 10.30 - Over 2s. Wednesdays 9.25am - Over 2s and 10.20 - Under 2s at Bramhall Methodist Church, Bramhall Lane South, Bramhall. Call Laura on 0161 431 0674/07983513491 to book

Little Fishes Toddler Group

Friday at 10-11.30 a.m. Bramhall Methodist Church, 23 Bramhall Lane South, Bramhall, SK7 1AL .For more information contact the church office on 0161 439 1204 or email office@ bramhallmethodists.org.uk.

Little Lambs Baby & Toddler Group

10-11.30am. Thursdays (term time only) at Bramhall Baptist Church, Woodford Road.

SK7 1PB. Toys, refreshments and song time.

Suggested donation of £1.50 per family.

Just turn up or for more information email bramhallbaptist.church@gmail.com.

Little Superstars Sports Club

Trinity Gardens, Davenport. Mornings & afternoons. Call Louise 07904 311552.

The Mill Youth Centre

Free Admission for 10-18 year olds. Mon-Fri 3:30-5pm & Sat 1-3pm & 6:30-8:30pm www.themillbramhall.com. 0161 440 8022

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Mar-val Drama

Rhythm & Rhyme

Michael’s Munchkins Baby and Toddler Group

Rhythm Time

Saturdays 12-2pm at Bramhall Recreation Centre (Term time only) from age 6 upwards.

Call Valerie on 1061 486 1631.

Friday 10– 11.30am (term time only) drop in. £2.50 per family – coffee, tea, juice, cakes and biscuits included. For all pre-school children and babies with their parents and carers. St Michael & All Angels Church, St Michael’s Avenue, Bramhall, SK7 2PG.

Mini Movers

Tuesday 9am- 12pm at Bramhall Lawn Tennis Club. Call Abi on

Friday mornings. St Michael’s Parish Hall, St Michael’s Avenue, Bramhall.

Call Melanie on 0161 860 0911.

Friday mornings. Phone Frances Donkin: 01270 884583 The Bramley Centre, Scout Hut, Bramley Close, SK7 2DT.

Seedlings

Hazel Grove Baptist Church, Station Street, Hazel Grove. Tuesdays 10-11.3oam and 1.152.45pm. Call first on 0161 487 3708.

Tiny Talk Baby Singing

0161 474 4471

Friday mornings at Benjafold Guide Hut, Ack Lane East, Bramhall. Call Julie on 07914 088845.

Mucky Pups Arts & Crafts

Tiny Thinkers

St Michael’s Scout Hut, St Michael’s Avenue, Bramhall. Mornings. Call Nikki on 07511 622445.

Parent & Toddlers

Scout Hut, Fir Road, Bramhall.

Thursday 10-11.30am. Call Julie Fletcher on 0161 439 6206 or 07793 393 972.

Praise & Play

Thursday 10 – 12 noon (term time only) drop in. All pre-school children, babies and their carers. They play, have stories and make music. Healthy snacks and drinks available St Michael & All Angels Church, St Michael’s Avenue, Bramhall, SK7 2PG.

Pre-School Ballet

Mondays and Saturdays. Bramhall School of Dancing. 0161 440 8093.

Pre-School Swimming

Monday 1.15-1.45pm and Friday 11.30-12pm.

Hazel Grove Baths, Jackson Lane, Hazel Grove.

Call 0161 439 5221.

Pre-School Tap Dancing

RJL Dance Studios, St Peter’s Parish Centre, Hazel Grove. Tuesdays at 3.454.15pm. Call 07739 695603 for places.

Tuesday 1.30pm – 2.15pm (term time only) booked. A pre-school learning class that provides education for children. 2.5 years – 5 years old. Fun stimulating games are played that teach phonic letters, numbers & shapes. Contact Karina on 07969633654.

St Michael & All Angels Church, St Michael’s Avenue, Bramhall, SK7 2PG.

Tumble Tots, Gym Babes & Gym Bobs

Mondays, first class at 9.45am, last one at 3.50pm (7 classes). Bramhall Village Club, Lumb Lane. Wednesdays, first class at 9.30am, last class at 3.55pm. Fridays, first class at 9.30am, last class at 2.25pm.

Saturdays between 12.15pm-3pm. Bramhall Lane Lawn Tennis Club, Ramsdale Road, Bramhall SK7 2PZ. Classes last approx 45 minutes. Please pre-book with Sue on 0161 456 6166 or tumbletots.bramhall@ntlworld.com.

YSBD Performing Arts Classes

for 2-18 year olds taught by industry professionals. Contact Principle Hannah 07738 16423.

Pyjama Drama

Tuesday mornings 2- 5 year olds. United Reformed Church, Bramhall. Call Alison 0844 504 5119 or alison@pyjamadrama.com.

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Butternut squash pasta

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y veg box has given me quite a few squash over the last few weeks and I have been looking into different ways of serving it. Don’t get me wrong – I’m very grateful as I love squash, sweet, starchy and beautifully vivid. This recipe is an adaptation from Ottolenghi and is great for sitting in front of the TV on a Saturday night watching whatever takes your fancy.

Serves 2 1 butternut squash 1 onion Olive oil 6 garlic cloves sliced 200g pasta – I’ve used macaroni or fusilli 500g natural Greek yoghurt 11/2 tsp ground cumin 2 egg yolks 11/2 cornflour Handful of flat leaf parsley chopped Tub of chilli/tomato salsa Preheat the oven to 230c fan De seed the squash and chop into inch sized cubes (I tend to leave the skin on because I find it fiddly to remove and I like the taste- peel it if you wish). Peel and cut the onion into wedges.

Put the squash, onion, 3 tbsps of oil and some salt and pepper into a roasting tray and mix around to combine. Put the tray into the hot oven and roast for around 30 minutes, tossing once or twice, unti all charred and lovely.

Keep warm until later.

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Meanwhile put the garlic and 2 tbsps oil into a small pan and fry very gently until golden – this will take about 15 minutes. Don’t let it burn as it will taste bitter. Once golden and crispy transfer to a kitchen paper lined bowl using a slotted spoon and save the oil.

Cook the pasta in boiling salted (lots of salt) water until it is al dente. The packet will tell you how long depending on what pasta you are using. Use a cup to scoop out 200ml of the pasta water then drain the pasta. While the pasta is cooking put the eggs, yoghurt, 1 tbspn oil, cumin and cornflour into a blender and blitz.

Pour the mixture into a large pan and cook on a medium heat until just beginning to bubble and thicken. Add the pasta, some reserved pasta water, most of the parsley and the squash mixture.

Cook for another 5 mins and then tip onto a serving platter and top with the parsley, a few spoons of the salsa, fried garlic and the reserved garlic oil.

Sit back, tuck in and enjoy the telly!

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Mindset Advice

‘POST PANDEMIC GRATITUDE’

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his is it, the place where I spend most of my time now...and to be honest, it does feel ‘normal’ after so long.

Despite not getting out much, I actually absolutely love my online work (as a coach, hypnotherapist and NLP practitioner), and going online has meant that I have seen far more people from much farther afield.

This has been great of course, but I can’t help looking forward to seeing many more people face to face in the not to distant future...

I have really missed that.

Thankfully, due to my accreditations with the Complementary & Natural Healthcare Council and the British Institute of Hypnotherapy, I am still able to practice (COVID secure) face to face sessions, but generally most things are still online.

The accidental legacy of this pandemic for my business is definitely going to be the easier long term maintenance of my clients who would have had to take a flight to see me in the past, such as those in New York or Ireland and I’ll also do more online work on my business including meditation recordings and bespoke hypnosis recordings for clients.

The reason I am writing about all this, is that these are all significant positive developments, accelerated by the necessity imposed by the pandemic. I wouldn’t exactly call it a silver lining, but it’s something to be grateful for and proud of in a generally rough year and it will certainly be of benefit to me in future.

Now, I’m not suggesting for a moment that anyone ’should’ have developed or worked on some sort of ‘side-hustle’ (just typing those words makes me shudder) or personal project

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during these overwhelming times, but, as an eternal optimist, I certainly hope that there might be at least something that each of us could find to be grateful for, and maybe much more than that.

I completely understand that for many people, now hardly seems the right time to focus on gratitude (and I am no advocate of ‘toxic positivity’, trust me) however, if you do feel that way, then maybe just the act of trying to find some light in the darkness could help to pull you out of it. It is certainly worth a try.

So, that’s my little PPG (Post Pandemic Gratitude - not sure that’ll catch on) story, well, for my business anyway. I know the pandemic isn’t quite done with yet, but I truly hope the worst is over.

It would be great if people could email me (rob@ robert-brennan.com) something positive that has happened to them or developed in the last 12 months, something to be grateful or proud of, or something that radiates hope. It can be about anything at all, I’d love to hear about it.

I will compile everything that I am sent into a blog on my website and I’ll also send it to SK magazines to see if they fancy printing it in here; a hopefully fantastic and uplifting set of good news and inspiration at a time when we need it most.

Perhaps in this way, we can use grateful reflection to build some positive momentum in moving past this shocker of a 12 months with somewhat of a spring in our step.

Okay, maybe not a spring, but perhaps some form of movement more vigorous than a shuffle.

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BRAMHALL & WOODFORD ROTARY CLUB CHANGING LIVES WITH LOANS

ramhall & Woodford Rotary are celebrating a landmark charitable achievement as one of hundreds of Rotary clubs from across the country to contribute over £1 million to Lendwithcare, a microfinance charity which enables people in the UK to make small loans to entrepreneurs from poor communities around the world.

Since it started in Scotland in October 2011, Rotary clubs across the UK have been raising funds to make small loans to entrepreneurs in developing countries.

These loans, from as little as £15, have enabled them to start or expand their small businesses and work their way out of poverty, feed their families and send their children to school. Farmers, tailors, market stallholders and food producers are just a few of the types of businesses which are benefitting from this initiative.

Since joining Lendwithcare in 2016, BWRotary have raised funds through public donations during our various activities such as the annual Duck Race and Family Fun Day and lent a total of £4,843 to 68 entrepreneurs in 11 countries across Africa, Asia and South America. Loans will typically be paid back over 6-12 months.

The Club have assisted entrepreneurs such as Alphonsine Twizerimana from Rwanda who used her loan to buy a hectare of land to grow bananas and supplement her other farming activity of growing Irish potatoes.

International Chairman Ari Tsalikis said “Rotary Club of Bramhall & Woodford are proud to be a part of this fantastic initiative. Lendwithcare is a great way to help people out of poverty. You see exactly who the money is going to, and what they will use it for. The entrepreneur uses the

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funds to help them to earn a living, often employing family members and neighbours as well, helping to lift their communities out of poverty. They pay the loans back, which can be re-lent to person after person.”

Ari continued: “Rotary Club of Bramhall & Woodford has a proud history of fundraising for charitable causes through community events, and Lendwithcare is a fantastic cause, very popular with our members. And the money will keep being re-lent and re-lent, translating into many thousands of pounds worth of loans over the coming years.”

Head of Lendwithcare, Tracey Horner, added: “Through Lendwithcare, Rotary have helped change the lives of more than 5,000 entrepreneurs around the world so far. We’re grateful to every Rotary member who lends their time and energy to raise funds to lend to people trying to earn a living in some of the most challenging environments in the world. It really is life-changing for the people we work with, and we want to extend our huge thanks to Rotary Great Britain and Ireland, and everyone at Rotary Club of Bramhall & Woodford.”

If this, or any of our other activities, tickle your fancy, why not get in touch? Our weekly meetings have continued throughout the current health scare through Zoom. For initial contact and more information details can be found at www.bwrotary.org Date for your diary: - Duck Race Day is scheduled for Sunday May 16th. Come to the Circus!

Health & Wellbeing

Challenges of online exercise - How to keep fit without creating new problems!

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he Covid phase has brought about changes in people’s attitude to exercise and altered how we keep fit.

Much of this has been very positive, people have spent more time outside, walking/cycling/ running and families have also exercised together, providing a great combination of more fresh air and sunshine, increased levels of fitness and more family interaction.

People have also been more interested in home exercise options, often buying gym equipment for home or trying online exercise classes.

My patients have often used the opportunity to sample yoga, pilates, Zumba, HIIT or many other things they had never had time to do.

Again, this has all been hugely positive.

The obvious negatives have come about if people have decided to start with advanced options and ended up overdoing it! However, we have also found a number of patients coming in with spinal issues, most commonly the neck area where we have traced it back to trying to watch the instructor on an ipad or phone placed at a difficult angle whilst in an unfamiliar posture/exercise position. It is well worth looking at your “exercise station” set up, just as people have now realised their “home work station” set up is very important in helping avoid neck/shoulder/low back issues.

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Things worth considering are: n If possible, use a large screen/TV to watch the class on, so it is easy to see from all angles. If not, placing your ipad on a chair so it’s level is much better. n Use an exercise mat so your spine or pelvis are more comfortable when doing floor exercises. n Start with a beginners version if you’ve never done the class before. It’s also useful to watch the video first, so you can carry out the exercise just by listening to the instructor. n Choose a quiet space with as much room around you as possible, it’s easier to concentrate, relax and helps to avoid hitting any objects! n Most of all, enjoy the opportunity to experiment and experience different activities.

It keeps your mind challenged, relaxes and strengthens your body and may give you inspiration for a group class to try once we get back to some normality.

Enjoy!

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Useful Contacts Stockport NHS Foundation Trust’s Stepping Hill Tel 0161 483 1010 www.stockport.nhs.uk Stepping Hill Hospital, Poplar Grove, Hazel Grove, Stockport SK2 7JE. Stockport Council Tel 0161 480 4949 www.stockport.gov.uk Stockport Council, Town Hall, Edward Street, Stockport, SK1 3XE

Alanna Vine (Cons) 0161 440 8872/07742 302894 cllr.alanna.vine@stockport.gov.uk Linda Holt (Conservative) 0161 456 1199 cllr.linda.holt@stockport.gov.uk Bramhall South & Woodford Brian Bagnall (Conservative) 07785 778571 brian.bagnall3@btinternet.com

Greater Manchester Police For non-emergency calls please contact Stockport West on 0161 856 9770 stockport.westnpt@gmp. police.uk.

Mike Hurleston (Conservative) 0161 486 1573 / 07774 195592 cllr.mike.hurleston@stockport.gov.uk

Community Groups

John McGahan (Conservative) 07770 127685 cllr.john.mcgahan@stockport.gov.uk

Bramhall Rotary www.bwrotary.org Woodford & Bramhall Branch Royal British Legion Tel 07729 905953 Bramhall Golf Club www.bramhallgolfclub.co.uk 0161 439 6092 Bramhall University of the Third Age (U3A) www.bramhallu3a.org.uk 0161 440 0447

Community Website www.bramhallweb.co.uk www.ilovebramhall.com

Local MP Mary Robinson MP www.mary-robinson.org.uk

Local Councillors Bramhall North Lisa Walker (Conservative) 0161 456 3941 07887 984844 cllr.lisa.walker@stockport.gov.uk

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Around Bramhall Bramhall Library Bramhall Lane South, Bramhall SK7 2DU Tel: 0845 644 4307 email: mailto: Bram.library@stockport.gov.uk Opening Hours Monday - 10am - 5pm, Tuesday - 9am - 6pm Wednesday - CLOSED, Thursday - 9am - 7pm Friday 9am - 5pm, Saturday - 9am - 4pm Bramhall Post Office Maple Road, Bramhall T: 016 439 4100 Opening Hours Monday - 9.00-5.30pm, Tuesday - 9.00-5.30pm Wednesday - 9.00-5.30pm, Thursday - 9.00-5.30pm Friday - 9.00-5.30pm, Saturday - 9.00-12.00pm Bramhall Health Centre 66 Bramhall Lane South, Bramhall, SK7 2DY Telephone: 0161 983 5850 Surgery Opening Hours The surgery is open during the following times (except Bank Holidays): Monday-Friday 8.30am - 6pm

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FURNITURE LOOKS IN 2021 AND BEYOND

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or a while now we’ve left the plain behind in favour of texture in our homes. Plain tiles have given way to a tactile twist, glass has become fluted and wallpaper (OK I know we’ve always had blown vinyl and I still love it in hallways in certain homes) has become to look like the real feather, beads or marbled lines they depict. Therefore, with almost predictable certainty it’s now the turn of furniture.

Grooves, layers, waves, flutes and they are absolutely gorgeous. I wouldn’t go with a full matching set of ‘groovy’ furniture, but a piece here and there will certainly give the room a designer’s touch. There are some super affordable and beautiful pieces available to grace your homes but make sure you pop some fresh accessories in there too, then it will really sing.

Cane webbing in furniture is a popular choice for 2021. It gives vibes of tropical climes, a less formal look with the outdoors coming in. I think lockdown has influenced what we want in our homes. We are inside so much that having lots of heavy, plain furniture can be oppressive. We saw greens and tropical palms making a huge impact on interiors in 2020 and this feels like progression from that. I’ve heard of people using old furniture, removing a panel and replacing with cane webbing but I’m not sure I’m that brave. If you are, go for it, alternatively

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there are lots of beautiful pieces on the market.

Take advantage of recommended local craftspeople for a twist nobody else will have.

If your fitted wardrobes were once the bee’s knees and cost you a fortune, they could be transformed with a little imagination and a lick of paint. You can paint almost anything these days! Perhaps it’s that bit under the stairs that the family use to dump stuff on the way in.

Strip the paper off, a nifty design drawn up on the back of that random Year 8 textbook that’s been hanging around for a while, then make it happen. If you’re the handy sort (must own a spirit level!) then give it a go yourself, what’s the worst that can happen?

You take it back off and paint over it, that’s about it. Pop a few hooks up, a nice basket, maybe a shelf and you have a new very useful area that didn’t previously exist, it may even encourage the family to throw their bags in the general direction of the basket and hang their coats and hats up (there’s always hope).

Please do let me see what you clever lot do.

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A drill free, injection free, pain free smile makeover This was one of the many cases that we have done where we have used composite bonding to transform a patient's smile.

This case was very simple. The patient had finished orthodontic treatment and was unhappy with the chipped teeth.

We used composite edge bonding over a single session to carefully put back what had been lost. This allowed us to restore the youthfulness to this patient's smile and avoid any further chipping of his teeth.

This is a popular simple and very effective treatment that we offer. The treatment is reversible and the beauty of it is that it can take years off your smile, without the need to damage your teeth.

If you would like to know about which options may be available to you please give us a call or if you would like to explore more treatments similar to this, please call Jane on 0161-486-0743 to book in for a free non-obligation consultation

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