SK Bramhall & Woodford November 2023 by SE Magazines

Issue 83 November / December 2023

Bramhall & Woodford

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Welcome to SK Bramhall & Woodford Welcome to the November / December issue of SK Bramhall & Woodford. As the dark morning and even darker nights start coming in, there is a real feel that winter is on its way. This issue reflects that with the fireworks on the front cover to the festive articles inside.

This month Interior Design page 40

We would always recommend to you to go to a supervised firework display but please take extra care if you are planning a display at home. It’s always worthwhile logging onto www.manchesterfire.gov.uk for some sound advice. Light up Bramhall is back this year, Sunday 26th November is the date for your diary. All the l ocal events can be found on pages 5,6,8 and 10 along with a couple of big charity events on page 30. So why not grab a brew and enjoy the read. All the best,

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TIPS TO DECORATE FOR CHRISTMAS

ots of us have had the same decorations for Christmas for years. Here are some tips to elevate your festive décor this year and make a different look for yourselves and visitors. If you edit what you have, use them in unexpected places, forage for berries and greenery and dig out some ribbons, it will look gorgeous and unique. Move things around – put your wreath on an internal window, better still if you have 3 for one room. You can add dried orange slices and lots of greenery from a woodland ramble. You could gather twigs together and tie with brown string in the middle and entwine ferns and some tree decorations on them to hang in your window. Create a wow entrance – that garland that’s usually on your mantel, drape it down the stairs with pine cones, acorns, berries and a long ribbon to add glamour. It’s OK if it only goes half way up, you could add a star at the top of it and it will look like it’s meant to stop there. You could gather small bowls of red berries, small kraft wrapped boxes tied with white string and candles (battery operated there) to complete a fantastic entrance that will have you excited to come home or welcome visitors. Add lights inside – they’re not just for the Christmas tree. You can never have enough lights. I start at the plug socket and see where

it takes me. Over and under books, pictures and around door frames. The Christmas Table – we can’t forget the dining table. You can dress it for the whole season and add to it as you go. A theme is lovely, perhaps woodland

with greenery and cinnamon sticks and red berries dotted through. Maybe maximalism with large baubles bedded on cotton wool and twigs. Whatever your style, give yourself lots of time and you’ll have so much fun. The children can definitely get involved finding and making things to tie in. Have an afternoon spray painting or making pom poms, it’s a memory they’ll cherish.

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Contents Welcome - Page 5 Events - Pages 5, 6, 8 & 10 Under the Hammer – Page 12 Wellbeing Pilates – Page 14 Food & Drink – Page 16 Charity News – Page 18 Club News – Page 20 Children’s Activities = Page 23,24 Financial Matters – Page 26 Health & Wellbeing – Page 28 Events Highlight – Page 30 Community Care – Page 32 In Stitches – Page 34 Mind Matters – Page 36 Community Index – Page 38 Interior Design – Page 40 Ad Index - Page 42

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EVERY MONDAY: THE LINDOW SINGERS

Wilmslow Academy Primary School, Handforth Road, Handforth 7:30pm. For more information contact Ann Epton, on 0161 485 2231 or Email Harry.Epton@ntlworld.com or visit https://www. lindowsingers.org.uk/

EVERY MONDAY: BRAMHALL PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY

75th Anniversary Season. Presentations, Workshop’s, Competitions. 7.15pm. Bramhall Village Centre, Lumb Lane. New members welcome. Email: info.bramhallps@gmail.com www.bramhallps.org

EVERY MONDAY: THE ROBINS SINGERS

All welcome, we are a sociable mixed voice choir and sing all genres of music. 7.30pm - 9pm Bramhall United Reformed Church, Robins Lane, SK7 2PE Contact sec.robinssingers@gmail.com Or Michelle on 07765238877

EVERY MONDAY AFTERNOON AT 2 PM: ART AND CRAFT GROUP AT BRAMHALL METHODIST CHURCH Call the Church Office for information 0161 439 1204

EVERY 3RD MONDAY OF THE MONTH: THE CURRY CLUB

Contact Hazel Hiley, 0161 439 1281 Email hazelhiley@gmail.com

LAST MONDAY OF THE MONTH: GATLEY & CHEADLE DIABETES GROUP Contact Jean 0161 485 1628.

EVERY MONDAY & WEDNESDAY OVER 60’S MEN’S KEEP FIT

Contact John on 01625 877549 or Graham on 0161 483 7631

EVERY MONDAY, WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY: CHEADLE HULME FITNESS Contact Penny on 0161 440 8059 or Email mail@cheadlehulmefitness.org.uk

EVERY FOURTH MONDAY OF THE MONTH: THE TREFOIL GUILD

Further details from Secretary.BramhallTG@gmail. com or 07887 950298.

EVERY TUESDAY (TERM TIME ONLY): BROOKDALE YOUTH THEATRE Email BrookdaleYT@outlook.com

EVERY TUESDAY: HEALD GREEN COMMUNITY CHOIR For fun and friendship at 10-11:30 am, term time St Catherine’s church, Outwood Road. contact Kate 07794 050591 www.cheshirecommunitychoirs.com

EVERY TUESDAY: DEAN ROW SOCIAL BRIDGE CLUB We are a small, friendly club playing duplicate bridge. Come and make new friends. 1st 3 sessions are free including refreshments. Meeting at Dean Row Village Hall 1.30pm -4.30pm. Contact, Carolyn at deanrowsocialbridgeclub@gmail.com or 0161 941 3686

EVERY TUESDAY: THE BARNBY CHOIR 8PM TIL 9.45PM AT WILMSLOW METHODIST CHURCH, WATER LAND, WILMSLOW SK9 5AR Contact Shan Bristow 01625 520194 or email shan@shanbristow.co.uk www.thebarnbychoir.co.uk

EVERY TUESDAY: MACCLESFIELD LIGHT ORCHESTRA Do you play a musical instrument? We always keen to attract new members, especially string and brass players. If you enjoy playing music and would like to join a friendly orchestra, please contact: Rosemary Jones 01625 529313 or Lawrence Beard 01625 572324. 7.45 pm in the Salvation Army Rooms, Roe Street, Macclesfield SK11 6UT. www.macclesfieldlightorchestra.co.uk

EVERY TUESDAY: MAGIC VOICES CHEADLE Meet at 7.45pm Trinity Church Hall, Massie Street, Cheadle SK8 1DU We are a non-audition, open choir. Contact Mike at mike@magicvoices.co.uk

EVERY FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: BRAMHALL & WOODFORD SEWING & CRAFT CIRCLE Contact Karen on 07860 458260.

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PLEASE CHECK MEETING IS ON BEFORE ATTENDING EVERY TUESDAY: BRAMHALL WORLD CIRCLE DANCE GROUP

EVERY WEDNESDAY: THE LAURENCE SINGERS

EVERY TUESDAY: DEAN ROW SOCIAL BRIDGE CLUB

EVERY WEDNESDAY: STOCKPORT COMMUNITY CHOIR

Contact us through web site www.bramhallcircledance.wordpress.com or ring 07713 681439. First session free with SK booklet. We are a small, friendly club playing duplicate bridge. Come and make new friends. 1st 3 sessions are free including refreshments. Meeting at Dean Row Village Hall 1.30pm -4.30pm. Contact, Carolyn at deanrowsocialbridgeclub@gmail.com or 0161 941 3686

EVERY TUESDAY AND THURSDAY: THE DAY CENTRE - FOR OLDER PEOPLE

Provides activities and a freshly cooked 2 course lunch. Transport could be provided. Contact Jane on 07706796471. Grove Lane Baptist Church from 10.30 -2.30pm

FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: CHESHIRE LADIES LUNCHEON CLUB,

Delicious lunch at The Deanwater Hotel. Interesting speaker and friendly company. Contact Lesley Cox 079534 471782

EVERY SECOND & FOURTH TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: STOCKPORT SYMPHONIC SOUNDS Contact Liz Pennington on 0161 439 7484

FIRST AND THIRD TUESDAY EVERY MONTH: KNIT AND KNATTER GROUP Contact Jean on 0161 439 8241.

EVERY WEDNESDAY: TODDLERS

Contact 0161 485 1605 for details.

EVERY WEDNESDAY: POWNALL PROBEX CLUB Email pownallprobexclub.org.uk

EVERY WEDNESDAYS: (DURING TERM TIME) COMMUNITY CAFÉ

open 9am-2pm serving breakfast and lunches. All Hallows Church, allhallows.cheadle@gmail.com Tel: 0161 428 9121 Mon, Wed, Fri 9.00-1.00 www.allhallows-church.org.uk

EVERY WEDNESDAY: LINE DANCING AT BROOKDALE CLUB

Email: enquiries@thelaurencesingers.org.uk or call Cliff on 01625 527204 or visit www.thelaurencesingers.org.uk Email info@stockportcommunitychoir.org.uk or ring Phil on 07771 730 810.

EVERY WEDNESDAY: STOCKPORT ART GUILD

Art Session (varied) Stockport Quaker Meeting House 7pm www.stockportartguild.com - contact @stockportartguild.com

EVERY WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY: LIVE ACOUSTIC MUSIC

Email info@stockportcommunitychoir.org.uk or ring Phil on 07771 730 810.

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.

SECOND WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH: THE ART SOCIETY NORTH EAST CHESHIRE

Talks start at 10.30am at Brookdale Club, Bridge Lane, Bramhall. Contact Maggie on 0161 427 9451 or email info@theartssocietynortheastcheshire.org.uk

EVERY OTHER WEDNESDAY: STOCKPORT LADIES SPEAKERS

For more information go to www.stockportladiesspeakers.co.uk or email sixdennett@aol.com

EVERY THURSDAY: BRAMHALL THURSDAY CLUB

Contact Carol Sargent g.davidsargent@btinternet.com, 0161 439 1779 or Facebook page, Bramhall Thursday Club.

Bridge Lane, Bramhall at 1.45pm. Details contact Jean 0161 439 8241

EVERY THURSDAY: BRAMHALL COMMUNITY CHOIR+

We sing as Harmony Revival and rehearse at 7.30 each Wednesday evening at Wesley Street Methodist Church in Hazel Grove and can be contacted via our website - harmonyrevival.co.uk, or by email to info@harmonyrevival.co.uk.

EVERY THURSDAY: QUIZ NIGHT AT THE JOLLY SAILOR

EVERY WEDNESDAY: STOCKPORT BARBERSHOP CHORUS

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An advanced a cappella group. Thursday 11am12pm term time, Bramhall URC. contact Kate 07794 050591 www.cheshirecommunitychoirs.com Free entry and prizes to be won from 9pm. 218 Bramhall Lane, Stockport. SK3 8TE.

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PLEASE CHECK MEETING IS ON BEFORE ATTENDING EVERY THIRD THURSDAY: BRAMHALL U3A MONTHLY MEETING.

Sharing Knowledge. Developing Interests. Making Friends. We have around 50 stimulating groups for people no longer in full time employment. From arts and crafts, languages, music, walking, history, card and board games to social activities, discussions, theatre visits and more – there’s something for everyone. www.bramhallu3a.org. uk or email enquiries@bramhallu3a.org.uk for more information. Come and join us.

EVERY 1ST AND 3RD THURSDAY: PROBUS CLUB OF STOCKPORT SOUTH contact Chris Ward 0161 483 5174 or email: chrisward@vistech.plus.com. Contact Elaine Noden 0161 355 1459.

FIRST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH: WOODFORD WI

Contact Cheshire Federation of WIs at www.cheshirewi.org.uk or call 01244 347462.

EVERY THURSDAY: MODERN LINE DANCE CLASS 1.30 to 3pm at Bramhall Methodist Church, £4 each, Everyone welcome, contact Ann Robinson 07855015365

EVERY THURSDAY: MODERN LINE DANCE CLASS

1.30 to 3pm at Bramhall Methodist Church, £4 each, Everyone welcome, contact Ann Robinson 07855015365

EVERY 1/2/3/4TH THURSDAY OF THE MONTH (EXCEPT DECEMBER): PHD PATCHERS PATCHWORK AND QUILTING CLUB Contact: 07761 447063.

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

LAST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH: SOCIAL NIGHT AT ALL HALLOWS Play pool, table tennis or just call in for a chat from 7.30pm until 9pm. All Hallows Church, Cheadle. www.allhollows-church.org.uk

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

EVERY FRIDAY: BRAMHALL COMMUNITY CHOIR For fun and friendship 2pm-3.30pm term time at Centrepoint, Bramhall Methodist, also Fridays 12pm-1pm term time at Bramhall URC. Bramhall Beginners’ Choir. Learn how to sing and build your confidence. contact Kate 07794 050591 www.cheshirecommunitychoirs.com

EVERY THURSDAY: STOCKPORT ART GUILD

EVERY FRIDAY: MINDFULNESS FOR WELLBEING

EVERY SECOND AND FOURTH THURSDAYS EACH MONTH LINK WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP AT BRAMHALL METHODIST CHURCH AT 2.30 PM

EVERY SATURDAY: STOCKPORT ART GUILD

Life Drawing. Stockport Art Gallery 7pm www.stockportartguild.com contact@stockportartguild.com

Call the Church Office for information 0161 439 1204

THIRD THURSDAY OF THE MONTH (EX SEPTEMBER): Contact Jean Tudge 0161 487 1324.

EVERY THURSDAY: LADYBROOK SINGERS

A friendly choir singing a varied upper voice repertoire. Thursday 7.30-9.45 Norbury Parish Church, Narthex SK7 4RF www.ladybrooksingers.com email: ladybrooksingers@gmail.com

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All Saints Parish Rooms, Church Road, Cheadle Hulme. 12 - 1pm.More info from Katie Sheen www.soulnutrition.org, katie@soulnutrition.org Tel: 07703 342 781 Portraiture. Stockport Art Gallery 10.30am www.stockportartguild.com contact@stockportartguild.com

EVERY SUNDAY: BRAMHALL BAPTIST CHURCH MORNING SERVICE For more details www.bramhallbaptist.co.uk or call 0161 440 9091.

EVERY SUNDAY: “HUNGRY FOR HELP” Contact Suzi: 07876 152 630. www.oagb.org.uk

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SATURDAY 4TH NOVEMBER: CHARITY CHRISTMAS CARD SALE

Art exhibition with a variety of events. Stockport Art Gallery

10am – 12.30pm at Bramhall Methodist Church community hub. Free admission and refreshments available. Supporting local and national charities.

SATURDAY 25TH NOVEMBER: CHESHIRE CHORALE

SUNDAY 5TH NOVEMBER: WOODFORD COMMUNITY CENTRE’S BONFIRE The Woodford Bonfire is a ticket only event and tickets will be available online only. Please visit www.woodfordbonfire.co.uk to purchase your tickets. The Bonfire at Woodford is a brilliant family night out with a separate children’s firework display, a huge bonfire, magnificent main firework show, fairground rides, hot food, bar and snacks. The gates open at 6pm, the bonfire will be lit at 6.30pm. The children’s display begins at 7pm and the main display will be at 8.00pm. Event closes at 9pm.

TUESDAY 7TH NOVEMBER: FASHION SHOW IN CROWN & CONSPIRATOR The ever popular Catwalk Shows will showcase the Autumn/ Winter Collections from Modiste and What Lyes Beneath. Full details on page 30.

SATURDAY 11TH NOVEMBER 7.30PM STOCKPORT TOWN HALL: CHOPIN AND SHOSTAKOVICH Stockport Symphony Orchestra conducted by Agata Zajac with piano soloist Warren MailleySmith play: Panufnik Katyn Epitaph, Chopin Piano concerto No 1, Shostakovich Symphony No 5.Tickets £15, Concessions £13, Full time students up to 21 £5, accompanied children under 16 free of charge www.ticketsource.co.uk/sso For more details see www.stockportsymphony.co.uk

SUNDAY 19TH NOVEMBER - SATURDAY 25TH NOVEMBER: ‘THE ADDAMS FAMILY MUSICAL’ Presented by Brookdale Youth Theatre. A comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family. Curtain up 7:00pm (Sun/ Sat matinee 2pm) Book online www.thebrookdaleclub.com

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Bach - Mass in B minor. 7.30pm St Michael’s Parish Church, Bramhall SK7 2PG. Tickets available on the door, or by phoning 01969 667033

SUNDAY 26TH NOVEMBER: LIGHT UP BRAMHALL Santa’s grotto will be in the old Sainsburys 10.30-4pm. Artisan markets and vinyl fair 11-6pm. Bramhall Together Trust bar, run by Duttons raising funds for Bramhall Together Trust. Entertainment on stage from 1pm with the big Light Up at 6pm.

SUNDAY 10TH DECEMBER: A HOLIDAY IN STOCKPORT-ON-SEA (WITH PIRATES!) Stockport Symphony Orchestra invite you to a matinee concert for all the family with a seaside theme! It will include Adagio from Spartacus, Pirates of the Caribbean, excerpts from The Little Mermaid, Pirates of Penzance, Jaws and so much more! Conductor Robert Guy, Narrator Emma Cunliffe. 3pm Stockport Town Hall. Tickets £15, Concessions £13, Full time students and children £5 www.ticketsource.co.uk/sso For more details see www.stockportsymphony.co.uk

SATURDAY 16TH DECEMBER: LADYBROOK SINGERS - AN AFTERNOON CHRISTMAS CONCERT. Carols and mince pies. 3pm at the Marple Senior Citizens Hall, Memorial Park, Marple, Stockport SK6 6BA. Tickets £10 incl. refreshments. Contact: 0161 485 6642

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Porsche Museum, it’s estimated only 50 orange/red versions were ever made. That made the auction example particularly desirable. It was used for a short period after purchase and kept in its original grey vinyl case and liner. It was far from the only exciting boy’s toy in the October sale. Retro gaming items are in hot demand and, thanks to being particularly rare and collectable, a Nintendo 64 Foxdata Silver Leopard customised wired controller had an estimate of 1970 Arova-Porsche 212 Skibob, £700-£1,000. It’s thought only 200 £4,000-£6,000. controllers like it exist. For example, the October Toy Auction included It was released in the a 53-year-old Arova-Porsche 212 skibob. Where late 1990s by Foxdata else could you find one, let alone buy one? It’s as part of a range essentially a bike with skis instead of wheels of four different that you can use as an alternative to skiing or designs including snowboarding. Only 200 were produced. Desert Storm, Chrome The Arova-Porsche 212 Skibob was a collaboration Leopard, Red Rain, between Arova, an established skibob maker, and and Purple Forest. car manufacturer Porsche. Made in 1970, it was It’s believed Foxdata designed t fit in the trunk of your Porsche 911. produced around 800 Again thanks to Porsche’s involvement, the skibob controllers across the Nintendo 64 Foxdata Silver has front and rear shock strut suspension and four designs. It was Leopard customised wired controller, £700-£1,000. seating for two adults. purchased as a present for the vendor when A few examples have been sold at auction as well first released. Anything Nintendo, whether modern as privately but Arova-Porsche 212 Skibobs rarely or retro, is gaining traction among collectors. come to market, hence its £4,000-£6,000 estimate. So, for the ultimate festive gift scour auction Skibobs - a contraction of ‘ski’ and ‘bobsled’ - were catalogues1 And if you’re inspired to sell your own developed in the late 1960s as a new method of retro collectables or antiques pop down to free skiing. They were designed to help people with valuation events held at St John’s Knutsford Church disabilities or those lacking leg or knee strength to Centre, Church Hill, Knutsford, Cheshire WA16 enjoy the slopes. Early versions had front and rear 6DH. Upcoming dates include October 27th and skis called ‘feet’, and the front foot is steerable via November 24th, 11am-1pm. Alternatively, the handlebars. email service@hansonsauctioneers.co.uk or call Skibobbing quickly caught on and remains popular. 01283 733988. Happy Christmas! There are annual championships and modern skibobs are remarkably advanced. They can reach speeds of more than 120mph in skilled hands. Twitter: HansonsUK The Arova-Porsche 212 skibobs were originally sold Facebook: HansonsAuctioneersUK in Germany and produced in two colours - blue and Instagram: hansons_auctioneers orange/red. According to information from German’s

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BEAT THE WINTER BLUES WITH PILATES! If exercising outdoors in the cold isn’t something you’re willing to do, how about joining a Pilates Class? But before you jump into Pilates exercises, you might want to take a moment to gain a little insight into what Pilates is (and isn’t), and what makes it unique. Pilates really is a beginner-friendly fitness system. Indeed, the adaptability of Pilates exercises for different body types and fitness levels is one of its primary benefits. If you’re wondering whether Pilates is right for you, it’s important to consider what it is you’re aiming to achieve. Strengthening your core can help alleviate pain and discomfort in the lower back while developing whole-body strength could improve your performance in another sport or physical activity. If you’re looking for a low-impact exercise that can promote overall health, weight loss, and weight management, Pilates may serve your needs. You’re bound to get stronger, improve your balance, and increase your awareness of your body and how it moves as a result. Matwork Classes The most popular and easily accessible form of Pilates is matwork. This more traditional form of Pilates has developed to incorporated the use of equipment such as balls, stretch bands, foam rollers or magic circles. Reformer on the Mat using the Pilates Resistance Tube This a challenging and physically demanding form of matwork. When transferring the reformer exercises on to the mat, effectively removing the support or resistance of the machine a whole new repertoire of exercises emerges. In some cases, the exercises become more challenging because the body no longer has the assistance

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of the spring and reformer frame, but in other cases the exercises become easier when they are performed on the stable surface of the mat. In most cases the exercises become significantly more challenging as the weight of the legs are no longer supported by the springs and the foot bar. High Intensity Power Pilates HIP Pilates is a more dynamic form of Pilates that combines the precision and focus of a traditional Pilates session with the dynamic energy of a high intensity workout. Combining core strength, balance and coordination with an energetic cardiovascular element HIP Pilates is the answer to many people’s search for a functional ‘feel good’ workout. The class is fast paced, but importantly LOW impact. Therefore, you will increase your heart rate safely whilst burning fat and building lean muscle mass. The class also uses light hand weights, which improve bone health. Attending regular Pilates classes can help you develop good postural habits and a strong core. So, whichever version of Pilates you choose, remember Pilates is for life and can be life changing!

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Beef short ribs with a Bourbon BBQ sauce This is a real winter warmer – it’s really easy and uses a relatively cheap cut of beef to make it a great addition to your arsenal. I’ve cooked this for family and also for a bit of a do. The quantity here is for 4 but it’s really easy to multiply up (or down) The big supermarkets don’t usually stock beef short ribs but your butcher will be able to get them for you and Waitrose normally has them.

Beef short ribs with a Bourbon BBQ sauce.

4 chunky beef short ribs – beware the packs sometimes have a big one and a little one hiding. 5 sticks of celery roughly chopped, a big carrot halved an onion halved and some fresh parsley (this is for the braise and will be chucked away after so don’t waste time being neat) Put all the above ingredients into a large pan and cover with water. (I have done it with Coke (original not sugar free) and it was good too) Bring it up to the boil then reduce to a small simmer, put the lid on and leave it for about 3 hours. When the meat is falling off the bones lift it out and throw away the veg (you could strain the liquid to make a stock if you wanted to) In the meantime make the sauce: Good glug of olive oil 2 onions sliced 15cm piece of fresh ginger (I quite often 16 | SKBramhall & Woodford - November/December 2023

used the jars of grated ginger from the Asian supermarket in which case 2 teaspoons) 5 cloves of garlic crushed 300g brown sugar 100ml soy sauce 4 tbsps red wine vinegar 500ml tomato ketchup 2 tbsp tomato paste 200ml bourbon whiskey Fry the onions in the oil for about 8 minutes on a medium heat – you want them to soften not fry. Add the ginger and garlic and after a couple of minutes add the rest of the ingredients then leave if to bubble nicely for a few minutes. At this point I usually put the ribs into a small roasting tray and pour over the sauce and it waits until I’m ready to serve. When you’re 30 minutes away from wanting to serve put the oven on to 220c (gas 7) and when it’s come up to heat put the roasting tin in and cook for 20 mins. I normally serve this with baked potatoes and some peas and corn. A nice Malbec would be good as would a robust beer.

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Charity News

CHARITY CHRISTMAS CARD SHOPS POP UP AGAIN THIS YEAR Helping Local Charities Raise Funds this Festive Season

e’re Back! For over 50 years, the Charity Christmas Card Shops have provided an opportunity for people to support their favourite local charities simply by purchasing Christmas cards. This year, the volunteer-run shops will once again give 100% of card sales to over 35 charities, local and national, including health and childrens’ charities, medical research and animal charities. Founded in 1971, the Christmas Card Shops have raised more than £6 million for local charities. The shops are open annually from late October to early December, and carry a wide selection of Christmas cards, wrapping paper, tags, and other Christmas gifts and novelties. Each charity represented in the shops provides volunteers to help operate the shop, with all proceeds from their sales going directly back to support their important work in the community.

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“The Combined Charities Christmas Card Shops are a fixture of the Wilmslow community and embody the spirit of giving during the holidays,” said Sheila Hallas MBE, founder. “For decades, residents have supported their favourite causes simply by purchasing greeting cards and gifts. Thanks to the generosity of our customers and volunteers, we have been able to raise millions of pounds for local charities and make a meaningful impact. “This year we have shops in Wilmslow, Macclesfield, Knutsford and Sale libraries. Please call in to see our wonderful selection” Please look at the website for locations, opening dates and times of each shop.

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Club News

THE COMPETITIVE YEAR AT BRAMHALL GOLF CLUB

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Janet Jones took top spot in the Mr Presidents for Ladies Day and Laura Tongue won the Gold Medal Final adding her name to the honours board for the first time. Sunday 17th September Janet Jones brought Knock Out Finals Day to Bramhall. Competitors battle it out through various rounds throughout the season culminating in a few worthy finalists playing to be crowned champions and immortalise their name amongst the honour’s boards. The Scratch Knockout – Linda McKenzie Charlie Bradley triumphed over Josh Taylor to take the win. The Victory Knockout - Was won by John Hill who overcame +2 handicapper Liam Mann. The Quiach (Pairs Knockout) was won by Jake Denerley-Jones and Will Holmes who beat Jake Foster and Craig Tinto. The Ladies Singles saw Helen Phillips take the spoils over Caroline McGeorge. Caroline a single figure handicap golfer carded her career 8th hole in one this year at Bramhall’s Par 3 12th. The Ladies Foursomes Knockout winners were Ali Hicks and Claire Fitzpatrick who overcame Rosemarie Horton and Kath Kirwan. Finally the Mixed Knockout was won by Carolyn and Peter Eadsforth who beat Andy Giles and Vicky Snape. Congratulations to all competition winners throughout the year. Let’s hope for a mild winter and some good winter fun on the course.

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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.

Baby Loves Massage Tuesday mornings. Harper Studios, Newby Road, SK7 5DA (near Stepping Hill Hospital). Call Kate 07866 468245. Email babylovesmassage@live.co.uk. www.thebabymassagecompany.co.uk.

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

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

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

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.

Baby Sensory Development Classes The award winning baby development classes run Monday – Friday at various times from their dedicated and bespoke centre in Cheadle Hulme precinct. For more information please contact Natalie on stockport@babysensory.co.uk or visit their website www.babysensory.com/ stockport for class availability and times.

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 £2 per adult, pre-booking is now required. Check bramhallbaptist.org or email bramhallbaptist.church@gmail.com for more details.

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Little Superstars Sports Club Trinity Gardens, Davenport. Mornings & afternoons. Call Louise 07904 311552.

The Mill Youth Centre Free Admission for 10-18 year olds. please visit our website for opening times and further information about session. www.themillbramhall.com. 0161 440 8022

Messy Play Classes at Fir Road Scout Hut in Bramhall on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. The classes are for children from 5 months to 5 years and are messy play and mark making classes with an emphasis on early writing skills. I can be contacted via this email address:katie@littlelearnersuk.com.

Mucky Pups Arts & Crafts St Michael’s Scout Hut, St Michael’s Avenue, Bramhall. Mornings. Call Nikki on 07511 622445.

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

Rhythm & Rhyme We offer multi-sensory, exciting, structured classes with Makaton signing. Join the fun! For babies & preschool children. Thursday mornings, Bramhall 4th Scout Hut, 67 St Michael’s Avenue SK7 2PG. Call Laura 07795 484494 or visit rhythmandrhyme.co.uk

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

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Monday 1.15-1.45pm and Friday 11.30-12pm. Hazel Grove Baths, Jackson Lane, Hazel Grove. Call 0161 439 5221.

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.

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Pre-School Ballet Mondays and Saturdays. Bramhall School of Dancing. 0161 440 8093.

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

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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FACTORS TO CONSIDER BEFORE THE INCORPORATION OF A PROPERTY RENTAL BUSINESS

s interest rates push up mortgage repayments, owning a property with the intention of renting it is becoming a less profitable venture; particularly since the relief that individuals can claim for mortgage interest relief has been reduced in recent years. The outcome of this has been a decline in privately owned rented properties which was highlighted in a recent report by the CBRE which described that the UK rental market had shrunk by 400,000 homes since 2016. Some landlords have been considering incorporating their property portfolio to avoid the mortgage interest restrictions and in this article we consider the main tax issues arising on transferring and operating your property rental business through a company. The first difficulty is the actual transfer of the properties to the company which will usually generate a tax charge. The individual will normally have to pay Capital Gains Tax based on the market value of the properties. A relief from this tax charge can apply in limited circumstances but this involves arguing that the individual spends sufficient time actively managing the properties, rather than just being a passive recipient of investment income. Stamp Duty Land Tax will also be payable by the company on the transfer of the properties. Although there is an exemption for partnerships transferring property to a company, HMRC will expect a genuine partnership to exist to claim this relief. Joint ownership of property does not, in itself, create a partnership and you will need to show that each partner is actively involved in managing the properties. Ideally a partnership agreement would exist and the partnership would have been in existence for a number of years to reduce the risk of challenge by HMRC. Whilst individuals can be taxed at up to 45% on their rental profits, the rates of tax for a company are actually not considerably more 26 | SKBramhall & Woodford - November/December 2023

favourable due to the fact that there will be double taxation; first corporation tax is levied on the company at a rate of potentially 25%; and then again, tax will be due when the individual extracts the company’s rental profits as dividends. However, if the individual does not require all of their rental profits for their dayto-day needs, then a company can be useful to shelter the profits until they are needed in the future. If all the rental profits will be habitually drawn from the company, then incorporation will probably result in more tax being due overall. While the restriction of relief for mortgage interest has definitely been an incentive for some to incorporate their letting business, remember that individuals still can receive relief for their mortgage interest at the basic rate of 20% rather than at their highest rate of tax. While not ideal, this is still not too terrible when considering that a company may only be able to claim relief for the mortgage interest at 19%, From a taxation perspective, incorporating a property portfolio doesn’t always make financial sense, although individual circumstances may make it worthwhile for some. Of course, tax is only one issue that needs to be considered. The protection of limited liability and the relative ease of transferring shares are some of the reasons incorporation is still a viable option for many. As always, you should speak with your accountant to better understand how your circumstances might be affected. Peter Bevan Bevan & Co, Chartered Accountants peter@bevan.co.uk

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HealtH & Wellbeing

SHOES SHOES SHOES

aving recently been taken to see the ‘Barbie’ movie by my daughter (I did secretly find it fun and thought provoking), it led me to think about shoes and their impact on women’s and men’s bodies. There are many challenges to our bodies from footwear, especially if we spend long periods in high heels or badly fitting shoes. High heels always look amazing in their design and how they change the contour of our legs and posture. Wearing high heels for short periods of time is never usually an issue however if worn all day, every day, problems may ensue. There are postural and mechanical changes that happen, the calves shorten as do the hamstrings and anterior hip muscles. The curves of the spine become exaggerated. These changes can create aches and pains as the muscles tire and the joints become inflamed as they have to function differently. Alternatively if you go from wearing high heels a lot to suddenly changing to flat shoes or bare feet the shortened areas have to try to open out and other aches and pains can develop! If you put your foot into a tight or ill-fitting shoe – it creates local mechanical issues within the foot. The discomfort may then make you alter how you hold your foot and walk. This again can give local pain or pains in other areas of the foot and spine as function changes. People can experience a wide range of symptoms from footwear. • Big toe joints can become stiff and painful from getting squashed or taking too much weight from being in high heels. • The balls of the feet can similarly be affected. • The arches of the feet can have ‘plantar fasciitis’ – pain down the arch of the feet. • The achilles tendon can become painful from being over-stretched after it has been in a shortened state with high heels and then asked to lengthen in flat shoes. • Calves/hamstrings and fronts of the pelvis can become very tight and painful if in high shoes consistently or particularly if people suddenly go into flat shoes. • The lower back, mid back or neck can becomevery painful adapting to postural changes.

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• You can even become prone to headaches! It would be a huge shame to take glamour out of our shoe collection so as with most things in life, a variety of footwear is probably ideal. Make sure you have great sport footwear suited to whatever sport you play. Get your foot size checked and ask advice on styles to suit your feet. Wear high heels for special occasions but keep a flatter pair handy to swap into – always great for parties avoiding dancing for long periods in heels. As the night goes on no-one notices what is on our feet! The recent trend for glamorous trainers are a great alternative to heels. They can now be worn with lovely dresses as well as trousers. It actually isn’t good to wear totally flat shoes all the time, either a wedge or small heel is also a good alternative. The main thing is continue enjoying your shoes – they add individual character and glamour to our outfits! In Bramhall we are lucky enough to have three brilliant shoe shops with owners and staff that are more than happy to give advice and check the fit, so you end up with the perfect pair. Arnouts for some fabulous shoes that provide style, glamour, and comfort. www.arnouts.co.uk Footcare for those with needs for extra comfort but still style. www.footcarestockport.co.uk Jim Hall Sports for fantastic and well-fitting sports footwear. www.jimhallsports.co.uk Here at Bramhall Osteopathic Practice, we are always happy to offer advice and treatment if you develop any aches and pains!

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EvEnts spotlight

Totally terrific, tempting and tantalizing Table Top sale

n Connect with fellow shoppers and local vendors in a vibrant atmosphere.

On October 28th from 10am to 4pm the Rotary Club will be holding a Table Top sale in the former Sainsbury’s unit, in Bramhall Village Square.

n Browse a wide variety of tables, each with its unique treasures.

It will have a wide variety of items for sale, including books, toys, games, records, and more. Vendors will be bringing items that are in good condition and priced to sell. n Find items at unbeatable prices that won’t break the bank.

Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to get amazing deals and support local sellers. Whether you’re a collector, a bargain hunter, or just looking for a fun day out, the Table Top Sale has something for everyone! Supporting their charity of the day, End Polio Now, and help eradicate a dreadful virus from the entire world. Come early for the best selection! Admission is free.

AUTUMN FASHION SHOW

NOVEMBER 7TH – IN CROWN & CONSPIRATOR The Rotary Club are delighted to announce that this year’s autumn Fashion Show will take place in the heart of Bramhall at The Crown & Conspirator. 6.30pm for 7pm start. The ever popular Catwalk Shows will showcase the Autumn/ Winter Collections from Modiste and What Lyes Beneath. The ticket price of £23.50 includes a welcome drink of Prosecco and a 2-course meal. Traditional Roast Beef Dinner or Melanzana Parmigiana

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STAY CONNECTED DURING WINTER

uring the winter the colder days and darker nights naturally force us to spend more time indoors. This means we are likely to spend time interacting with other people which can lead to a sense of loneliness and isolation. Use technology to connect, if you can. FaceTime or Zoom calls with family and friends are a great way to stay connected with loved ones. In many cases they are free to use too. Making arrangements to have a video call on a specific day and time of the week will be something to look forward to and plan for. You could arrange a call after a favourite TV programme, sporting event or film to share and discuss the content or results. Figures show that internet use among older people is increasing, however this group are still less likely to use the internet than their younger counterparts, with nearly four million people over 65 having never used the internet (Age UK 2018). Research also highlights that people who do not use the internet are more likely to feel isolated from others; this is particularly so for those who are less mobile. If you don’t have the technology but are interested in becoming connected in this way Age UK has a variety of different digital inclusion projects, including one-to-one support, classroom based services and community awareness sessions. Ask for help if you need it. Most of us will experience feelings of loneliness at some point in our lives. When you feel lonely it can be tempting to think nobody would want to hear from you. But often you’ll find people do want

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to help. If there are people around you who you can talk to, it can be a good idea to talk about your feelings. This might seem like a difficult conversation to have, but actually talking is often the best way to start feeling better. Talking to someone you know could let them try and help you, while they may not necessarily have the answer it can make you feel listened to and often an outside perspective can really help. Talking to people is a great way to relive old memories and remind you of all the positive things in your life. If there isn’t anyone you can talk to you could take advantage of services that tackle loneliness. Age UK’s Telephone Friendship Services allows you to sign up for a free weekly friendly call. It can be a great way to speak to someone new. The Silver Line also offers weekly calls to people aged 55 and over. This is a free service for people looking to have a chat with a friendly and supportive volunteer. For more information visit www.ageuk.org.uk www.thesilverline.org.uk

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Looking back to the Seventies

ecent warm weather has transported me back to the lovely warm summers of India, styles around Manchester remind me of the seventies and bringing the two together, it’s only right that I ask you to get ready to groove as we travel back to the swinging seventies, a time of bell-bottoms, disco tunes, and shiny stretch fabrics with an Indian twist.

The seventies was the era of transformation. It brought worldwide change, and India was no different. This postindependence period saw sewing become not just a skill but a path to selfexpression and empowerment for fashionistas, designers and artists. In India, the seventies were all about blending Western fashion with traditional Indian styles. Bell-bottoms, tie-dye, and maxi dresses were all the rage, often given an Indian flair through local craftsmanship. The result? Outfits that were as unique as a snowflake in a disco blizzard. Indian sewers always had a unique and colourful palette of fabrics to choose from for their natural fibres like cotton and silk. These remained popular but synthetic textiles started gaining ground as the western world demanded this for their own markets. Adding a dash of spice to seventies fashion, India introduced this fashion to their demographic through Bollywood. Patchwork, block prints and hand embroidery have always been successful design traits in 34 | SKBramhall & Woodford - November/December 2023

India adding their own unique bohemian touch to traditional clothing. No two people wore the same garment. Indian artisans mixed and matched fabrics, creating exquisite pieces. Every saree, kurta, and shawl tells its own story. For many, sewing was, and still is, a path to financial independence, especially in rural towns. Many households invested in sewing machines, empowering individuals to create clothing for their families or start small tailoring businesses.

The American Singer Sewing Machines were popular in India, but India has its own sewing machine champion, Usha, established in 1936, based on a Pfaff machine. These local brands offered reliable machines to homes and businesses across the nation. Sewing in seventies India was a blend of global fashion and local tradition. It was a time when craftsmanship and modern style danced hand in hand. As we reminisce about this vibrant era, we celebrate the creativity, empowerment, and cultural fusion that made sewing in India during the seventies truly extraordinary. So, dust off your sewing machine and stitch a groovy blend of past and present, because the spirit of the seventies still inspires every stitch in India and beyond! https://www.facebook.com/AbisSewingDen/ @Abis.Den Machine Services www.Abisden.Com YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/AbisDen http://abisden.blogspot.co.uk

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Mindset Advice

DISAPPOINTMENT REQUIRES ADEQUATE PLANNING The seasons mean different things to different people, and everyone probably has a favourite for their own reasons. Today I want to talk about one of my favourite quotes: “Disappointment requires adequate planning” I find myself saying it all the time to clients dealing with some form of dispute or fall out. It means that we are only ever disappointed when our expectations of any particular outcome are not met, i.e. disappointment is generated within, it cannot happen TO us. A quick fix would be to adjust our expectations down, and therefore not feel such disappointment… But in reality, expecting much less from the world and everyone in it is a fairly negative and sad way to live. The way to use this statement positively is to consider the anticipated situation or event, then realistically, and without emotional interference, predict the most probable outcome. If we adjust our expectations in line with reality, we will still be pleasantly surprised if the outcome is better than expected, but if it is not, we cannot be disappointed. For example: If you parents have disappointed you many times, to continually expect them to be better, kinder, more supportive or more helpful than they have ever been will lead to perpetual disappointment. This is avoidable. There are some “life coaches” that insist we cut all “toxic” people from our lives, surrounding ourselves exclusively with those who adore us and bring only joy… The more realistic coaches among us know that all humans have limitations, none are perfect. Everyone has their own stresses and struggles, many of them private. People are all different too, so judging people by your own values and principles and holding them to account will mean you are often disappointed and your life may become a lonely place. It is perfectly reasonable to tell people what you need and expect from them, but if they are incapable of meeting your needs, you don’t have to cut them out. You can of course, but you don’t HAVE to. It is possible to remodel your

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expectations of your loved ones to fit with reality and keep them in your life. It changes things of course, and you may find you are less willing to give as much of yourself to them too, but the moment you stop needing them or depending on them, your disappointment fades. Your mum might become more of a friend that you still love and care for but accept won’t ever be your spiritual guide or rock of support, and that might be okay. You will find that guidance and support from other sources if you need it. It’s probably healthier if we don’t expect a mum who would take a bullet for us whilst doing our laundry, housekeeping and being available for childcare 24/7, oh, and being rich and generous too... So, for homework, I suggest that with kindness and love, you re-evaluate your expectations of those around you, aligning them with factual information rather than hope and wishful thinking. Let go of any ideals about what these relationships “should be” and accept them for what they actually are. Then you decide what you expect from them and crucially, what you are willing to put into them. The irony of this is, often, these relationships improve after such an expectations adjustment. It’s not an exact science, but the combination of your reduced disappointment and them being unburdened by your expectations, seems to trigger them to make more effort and lean in to the relationship more. It may not happen, but either way, you’ll feel better by realistically aligning your expectations, so it’s a win win. So, whilst this isn’t intended to be a seasonal article, following the advice will certainly help keep Christmas (a time rife with fallouts) a little more merry on the whole. Ho Ho Ho

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