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First things first though, I am so sorry for the missing down crossword clues in the last edition. I did enjoy reading them out to one lovely lady who rang up. I was a bit carried away with adding pretty spring flowers to the page and... well you saw the results. I did publish them on Facebook and the website too but for those of you who are not online I have printed them on the solutions page. Just make sure you have finished the crossword for this edition before you look. I don’t want to spoil your fun any further. Delivered free to 18,000 homes www.beeloca lmagazine.co. uk
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We have so many great wedding businesses in the area, I think you will find lots for brides (and grooms) to read as well something for everyone else too. I had some lovely nominations coming in for our Easter competition and by the time this edition lands on your doorstep one special person will have had a delicious surprise. This month you can nominate someone at your workplace or business that deserves a cupcake treat. Enjoy and do keep in touch.
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Congratulations from Bee Local Magazine to two Leighton Buzzard wedding businesses in town. La Belle Cake Company and Ann’s Bridal Room are both celebrating 10 years in business. Surviving a double dip recession and all the trials and tribulations of self-
employment, is not easy but these two wonderful businesses have not only survived but have earned themselves fantastic reputations. Ann says she she is particularly grateful for the support of her family that helped keep her going.She has marked the 10th year with a brand new website www.annsbridalroom.com and this testimonial says it all “AN AMAZING LADY who helped me find an AMAZING DRESS and gave us an AMAZING EXPERIENCE.”
Fund Raising for Leighton Linslade Cancer Support Leighton Linslade Cancer Support Group will be at Dobbies Garden Centre, Watling The personal thank you letter from Dwight D Eisenhower at the end of World War Two to Sir Stewart Menzies, wartime chief of the Secret Intelligence Service, spent several years hanging on the wall of the top secret office of the Chief of MI6.
EISENHOWER’S THANK YOU LETTER TO BLETCHLEY PARK From a secret spot at MI6 to Bletchley Park The secret letter which confirmed the importance of Bletchley Park’s World War Two intelligence operation has come out of the shadows to go on public display for the first time, at Bletchley Park.
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In the letter, dated 12 July 1945, Eisenhower expressed his “heartfelt admiration and sincere thanks”, stating that the intelligence from Bletchley Park had been “of priceless value to me”, had “saved countless British and American lives” and had “contributed to the speed with which the enemy was routed and eventually forced to surrender.” The letter hung in the Chief’s office during the tenure of Sir John Scarlett. He says “I was
Street, Bletchley, on 30th April. Dobbies have very kindly agreed to a stall in their store for the group to collect much needed funds. Find out more about this support group at http://e-voice.org.uk/ leightoncancersupport/
News From Leighton Linslade Concert Band The 2016 LLCB Oxjam Concert enjoyed a full house and raised £356.40 this year to be shared equally between Oxfam and Sacred Heart Church. Their next gig in Leighton Buzzard will be at the Parson’s Close Bandstand on Sunday July 3rd. As last year was rained off, be optimistic and bring a picnic and the family. proud of this letter, but only came to appreciate the full significance of Eisenhower’s words after taking over as Chairman of the Bletchley Park Trust in 2012.” Today the letter takes pride of place at Bletchley Park, where it will be seen by hundreds of thousands of visitors every year. Dr David A Hatch, NSA Historian, explains the letter’s historic significance “Within five years of this letter, Dwight Eisenhower became the first commanding General of NATO and within two years after that, he became the President of the United States. He used intelligence well (and) made improvements. It all traces back to the time of Bletchley Park that this letter represents.”
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pictured: Cllr Sue Hinkin, Mayor of Ampthill. Cllr Liz Jones, Mayor of Dunstable, Cllr Masud, Mayor of Kempston, The Mayor himself, Cllr Ray Berry, Mohamed Humayoun, the Lime Tree proprietor, Cllr David Bowater, the Chairman of Central Beds Council, and Cllr Jenny Bloom, the Chairman of Aylesbury Vale District Council.
Mohammed Humayoun of Lime Tree restaurant in North Street, Leighton Buzzard welcomed the Town Mayor Councillor Ray Berry for a charity curry night in support of the Mayor’s charities which are; Macmillan Cancer Support (Leighton Buzzard), Leighton Buzzard Narrow Gauge Railway, Leighton Linslade District Scouts Association and KidsOut.
beauty. But not only that, our route is themed, visiting numerous film, TV and literary landmarks. You can look forward to the fantastic Roald Dahl Museum in Great Missenden for lunch, and Hampden House which was the HQ of the Hammer House of Horror! The BIG Walk is free to join, and we’ll help you to raise at least £150 in sponsorship. On Saturday 11th June join an exclusive team to scale the highest peak in England and Wales: in our Snowdon Sunrise Challenge. Led by our expert support team you start at midnight and complete a 9 mile trek finishing at approximately 8am to see the sun rise over Snowdonia’s magnificent mountains. Entry fee is £20 and you’ll commit to raising at least £250 to transform lives. Got a big walk planned of your own? No problem, let us know and we’ll help you to raise as much as possible.
The evening raised £500 pounds. Lime Tree is continuing its support of local charities with a Curry for Keech night on 12th April. See page 28 for details.
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In Your Mind sponsored by Garry Higgins
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uite often a wedding is the first time that many people will have to make a speech. For many people the prospect fills them with dread and if you are the groom it is a bit of a double whammy if you are already stressed out about the organisation of the day too.
could go wrong: You imagine that people will be judging you and picking apart every slip of the tongue every mistake being analysed, every joke If you have this fear, you falling flat and that you will are not alone, in a survey be greeted by stony silence. by YouGov a fear of public You imagine looking out at a speaking was rated as the 3rd sea of unfriendly faces and biggest fear in the UK, with 20% of people being very afraid begin to shrink inside. The fear intensifies, builds and builds and 36% being a little afraid. Fear of public speaking always until you are a nervous wreck. Sound familiar? ranks highly in any survey, it is often the number one fear and The good news is it doesn't usually ranks above a fear of have to be this way. The fear dying! and anxiety that you are feeling Why is this? Why can someone isn't real, you are creating it yourself. All the fear is be totally confident speaking happening inside your head, it's to friends or strangers on a personal level, but if they have not coming at you from other people. I'll say that again it's to talk to a group of people, the thought of it can turn them NOT REAL so stop doing it! in to a quivering wreck? Well, So how can you stop creating there are a lot of thoughts this fear? You need to start that come in to people’s minds using the power of your when they need to give a imagination in a positive speech and learning to control and more empowering way. those thoughts is the key to Visualise yourself being delivering a calm and relaxed successful. Imagine walking out speech. feeling fantastic, relaxed and in control. You walk out and see If you have this fear you friendly smiling faces looking probably feel your anxiety back at you, Make this image rising well before the event. big and powerful, have an Months before you begin to epic soundtrack playing in the think about all the things that
background. Do this every day and every time you feel a little anxious about your speech. This will get you in to the right mindset for you to succeed. Other things that you can do to help is to practice - a lot! Write out and practice your speech by speaking it out loud, just as you will do on the day. It is completely different thinking about the words you are going to say in your head and actually speaking them out loud. Practice will give you the opportunity to change things if you need to and give you the confidence you need. Keep a nice rhythm, avoid speaking too quickly, breathe in a deep and relaxed manner and pause every now and again. Maybe take a sip of water to help you keep calm if you need to, but avoid drinking a lot of alcohol it usually doesn't help! Most of all enjoy your day, look forward to your speech, because everyone else will be willing you to do well. If you would like help with the fear of public speak give me a call.
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Look Fit and Fab on your Daughter’s Big Day
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ith wedding season just around the corner, there are brides up and down the country trying to get themselves looking fabulous for the big day and the all-important wedding pictures. But let’s be fair it’s not just the bride that should look fantastic on such a big occasion but you too! So here are our top tips for you to get in shape for your daughter’s wedding day!
Get Active
By this I don’t mean going down the gym all day every day or even going out on long street pounding runs, just be more active in the day. Pick the stairs over the lift, walk to the shops instead of driving, find yourself sitting down too long at work? Stand up and take a walk around the office. Literally every little counts, the more active you are the more calories in a day you will burn.
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Just ask my clients this has to be my quote of the month, but it is so true! Don’t wait to see how the days pans out to see if you can fit in a walk or a trip to the gym, actively plan it into your day and make sure you stick to it. Don’t think it stops with booking in workouts either, plan out your meal times. Plan what and when you are going to eat, having a structure will allow for fewer slip ups on the way.
Do Some Resistance Exercise
On average a female over 40 loses around half a pound of muscle a year, this in turn means you lose the ability to burn an additional 25 calories a day every year. We can slow this process right down by doing some resistance exercise. Jigging along in Zumba or going out for runs are great for raising heart rates and improving cardio fitness, but to maximise calorie burn you have got to be lifting some weights.
Eat Protein Every Meal
We already know how much muscle we can lose in a year, and protein is the building blocks of muscle! It also keeps you full and cravings down.
Be Consistent
If you make small and consistent changes not only will you start to look better but you will also feel fantastic and what is better on those all-important pictures than a happy smiling face.
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Emily Haig ~ Soprano Originally from Whaddon, near Milton Keynes, Emily is a highly accomplished musician, dancer and actress. She began her performing arts studies at a very early age in ballet, tap, modern, piano, violin, speech and drama and singing and since then has performed extensively in concerts and festivals. No stranger to hard work, Emily toured the UK with theatre companies for several years and now lives in Northampton from where she greatly enjoys life as a concert soloist. Emily has performed at large, outdoor classical proms concerts as a soloist and was thrilled and honoured to perform the National Anthem on behalf of the Football Association on two occasions for the FA Cup Final. In addition she is in huge demand for weddings and all other special family occasions and is often asked to perform with choral societies and choirs all over the country. Emily says “I love to sing to tell the story and to be the character within the song, and to really engage with my audience and to put over the song’s emotions, and I hope people go away feeling that I have done that. And of course, I love the glamour of dressing up as every show is a special occasion and knowing that I have made an effort with my appearance gives me added confidence. It’s a real privilege for me to sing as the bride walks up the aisle or whilst the couple are signing the register and to be a part of their special day.” To check availability or for more information please contact Louise Harris on 07980 996318 or email louise@louiseharrispr.co.uk and there is lots of information, video and audio files on Emily’s website www.emilyhaigsoprano.com
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Emily Haig is one of the hottest rising sopranos of the classical world right now. Based in Northampton, she has been building a steady fan base performing in concerts and large outdoor events including several classical picnic proms. In addition she has sung with several star names and is now is in huge demand for private functions such as weddings and corporate events and is often asked to perform with choral societies and choirs all over the country performing songs and arias from her wide classical and musical theatre repertoire.
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the current wedding scene and encompasses all things pretty, pastel, floral with cute birds, butterflies and birdcages thrown in for good measure. This theme is very much a clear favourite of those celebrating their marriage in the spring or at quaint garden venue. Another strong contender is the quirky but hugely Wedding cake trends for delight guests. A ‘naked’ popular dessert table. This 2016 are very much focused cake would also suite this option lends itself to the on personalisation, either theme with its beautiful most versatility when it in terms of coordinating bare layers of sponge that comes to design and style the cake to the theme or can be decorated with fresh whether it be a formal or colours of the wedding flowers or fruit. informal setting. Imagine itself or something that layers of different flavoured Tiered wedding cakes will more reflects the couples sponge cakes, cupcakes, always be high on the trend biscuits, cake pops, mini personalities. list. With some brides opting cakes, marshmallows, for a dramatic cake with Lettering is popular for popcorn; all decorated some, opting for the use of grand embellishments in and displayed to suit the metallic’s and even black monograms, the married couples tastes and design or towards the more classic requirements. Edible and name, wedding date, or and elegant of an all white even a personal phrase or personal wedding favours poem. A particular favourite cake using texture, pearls are also well received by and lace as its decoration. is matching elements of the wedding guests whilst The whole cake could have arriving at the wedding the brides dress such as a one flavour throughout, sparkly belt or lace design, breakfast, yummy…..the or each one a different a pop of colour from the possibilities are endless! flavour, with lots of couples bouquet, bridesmaid moving away dress or grooms tie and incorporating it into the cake from the traditional design. fruitcake and Along with personalisation, opting for design trends include more unique several new waves of style flavours to to compliment the couple’s offer guests a www.karenanna.co.uk day. For a more relaxed E: cakes@karenana.co.uk choice. Tel 01525 217754 setting a classic butter cream Vintage is 07890 550604 cake with a champagne and very much Linslade, Bedfordshire strawberry filling would a part of
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The Poet Amongst Us James McInerney
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ames grew up in an area in Northampton aptly named ‘Poets Corner’, unbeknownst that poetry was to become a huge part of his life. Having no prior interest in the subject matter in his younger years, James discovered the wonders of writing in his twenties. Mixing his own thoughts and emotions with classical and instrumental film scores, he realised for the first time in his life that there was more to writing than met the eye. With no real influences or coming from a writing background, James’ enthusiasm grew and grew and it was full steam ahead – with no turning back! Not content with writing words for his own amusement, he continued to test the
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boundaries - to great effect. Using his new found love for writing and his in depth knowledge of social available to read for free in networking sites, his resourcefulness resulted various schools, colleges, universities and libraries in in success. the UK, Ireland and America. Attracting a lot of It was also recently used in attention over the an American TV show that is years, James and his currently in production. works have covered a wide range of different His long awaited second book media platforms. With 'Bloom' is due out Summer his works, he has been 2016. featured in various UK and International magazines #234 – ‘Wide Awake’ and newspapers and has been featured on various Place your hand within radio stations in the UK and mine so the world can the Netherlands including see that I am yours the BBC (where he is a part For it matters not to of the newspaper review team). His words have been me at all what lies ahead if I’m with you adapted and performed by many musicians and Our fingers interlocked vocalists, with many of shall be the bond this them gaining a lot of airplay world can never break on multiple radio stations. With various US/UK Actors And though each day may end, I’ll never sleep and Actresses voicing his poetry, James is taking his words to a whole new level. But live each dream with you
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Of all the most beautiful places on earth, only Sandals Antigua has earned the title of "World's Most Romantic Resort." Filled with the authentic charm of the islands in its lush garden oasis known as The Caribbean Grove... and resplendent with European grandeur amidst its palatial retreat known as The Mediterranean Village, this spectacular resort offers the best of both worlds on one idyllic island. Where balmy breezes still whisper tales of yore when British Admiral Lord Nelson sailed these famous shores. We stayled at Sandals Grande Antigua in January and from the moment of our arrival with the champagne greeting, to staff singing to us as we left, it lived
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up to its beautiful and romantic reputation. The temperature was perfect for us at around 28C, there was the daily spot of rain typical of the Carribean at that time of year, which all the guest, sat through by the pool until it passed. At Sandals Grande Antigua you'll enjoy some of the most exotic and romantic rooms and suites ever created. We stayed in the Mediterranean Village on the club package. Our room had an enormous four-poster bed it required a ladder to get into, particularly if you are little on the short side (like me). Our bathroom suite was equipped with double sink, a sunk in round spa bath, large enough for two, and also included a separate shower. Crisp white robes were hanging ready for us in the wardrobe and we enjoyed a balcony over looking the resort out to the bay. Our room was equipped with a bar and this included full sized bottles of good quality spirits, wine, champagne and beer, as well as soft drinks, all of which were topped up daily. The resort itself was paradise, the gardens were beautifully maintained and tiny humming birds with iridescent green crest on their heads darted amongst the hibiscus. Birds were everywhere and at night the distinctive call of tree frogs had us hunting high and low to find one.
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The last throws of singledom, the stories that “stay on tour”, the lost groom, the shots, the hangover, the hen party you met! That will be your average stag do then. Face it, unless you are getting married in your 20’s or maybe even up to your late 30’s the idea of downing shots in Peurto Banus or staggering off a ‘fun’ bus around Newcastle is not quite as appealing as it once might have been, if it ever was! Not only that but your brotherin-arms may well be more brothers-with-baby-in-arms these days, not to mention the ageing relatives that could be in tow.
together. There are many available but we looked at Glencarron Estate near Inverness with its aptly named Stag Lodge. This is a 12,000 acre estate and offers many activities but in particular Stag and Hind stalking which in the Scottish Highlands is a tradition and a link to the country’s culture and history. Not only is it a way to take part in a sport that has been carried out for years but it also allows you to see some of the incredible scenery of mountains and lochs as you search for your stag or hind. You will need to be fairly fit and in good health to take part in the stalking as the terrain covered can become rugged and includes steep hills, and when a deer is shot and killed the body will need to be dragged.
Deer stalking is not only a sport but a part of modern day land management. By taking part you are helping to protect the local native plants and wildlife, as well as maintain a healthy and strong deer population. If Fortunately the typical stag do is this is not to your taste there is not your only choice and if this a photo stalking alternative. has never been your scene then forcing yourself to down Jaeger For the more sedate, consider bombs is really not a great way clay pigeon shooting, or fishing, to celebrate. which depending on the season Taking a country lodge is an includes; salmon, sea trout inspiring alternative and has the and brown trout. There are advantage of bringing all ages also nearby attractions of golf,
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boat trips and sailing plus rail enthusiastics can admire the Kyle Line. The Stag Lodge at Glencarron looks very comfortably equipped so bring food and ale and you should be all set although there is a pub nearby. You don’t have to travel all the way to Inverness, there are many similar experiences up and down the country but this estate is the real deal when it comes to a stag do! www.glencarronestate.co.uk Telephone 01271 377432
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How long do I have to make a claim? You have three years from the negligent treatment or within 3 years of you knowing of potential negligent treatment. Exceptions apply for children or those with mental difficulties. We recommend that you contact our medical negligence specialists as soon as possible.
How much will it cost to make a claim? This is dependent on the nature and complexity of your claim. However, you would not usually have to pay anything at all if we do not win your claim.
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medical negligence claims. If you have Legal Expense Insurance, this may cover some of your costs. We will check for you. In all other cases, we operate under a Conditional Fee Agreement, which is often known as “no win, no fee”.
When will the hospital or doctor know about my claim? When we first apply for a copy of your medical records, we’ll have to give them some brief information about your claim.
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The Bride
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garden April is a busy time in the garden as plants are waking from their winter dormancy and there is a lot to be done in preparation for the months ahead. Seeds can be sown and lawns to mown, and a lot to enjoy as the spring flowering plants start to come into their own.
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Plant of the Month Exochorda x Macrantha , ‘The Bride’ There are several Exochorda species, all very beautiful Chinese shrubs when in flower, the best known being ‘The Bride’. When in flower, this deciduous shrub is just gorgeous. For about six weeks in April and May, its arching branches are wreathed in open white flowers that almost smother the soft, green foliage. In autumn the leaves turn delicate shades of yellow and orange. They need some shelter from late spring frosts, which can scorch the young foliage, and cannot tolerate a lot of lime in the soil. Although it will take some shade, it flourishes best in a sunny, open position. It can also be trained as a wall shrub and will grow to about 2 metres high. This shrub has been given the Award of Garden Merit by the Royal Horticultural Society.
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• Get on top of weeds to prevent them seeding and becoming a problem. Hoe the border once a week. Perennial weeds, such as dandelions, need a weedkiller containing glyphosate to get rid of them permanently. • Start mowing the lawn once a week, beginning with the blades at the highest setting and gradually lowering them over the weeks. • Remove any faded flowers from early-flowering bulbs, especially daffodils. Leave the leaves to die down, remember don’t knot them even though they look untidy. • Sow carrots, peas, beetroot, broccoli, salad crops direct into the ground. Marrows, courgettes, squashes and tomatoes can all be sown in a heated greenhouse or propagator. • Climbers will grow quickly now, so ensure they have enough support, either against a wall or on a trellis or obelisk. • Now is the time to wage war on slugs and snails. They love delicious young shoots, so use pet-friendly slug pellets, liquid slug killer or ‘slug shocka’ to keep them away from your precious plants.
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WEDDING DAY PLANNING LIST
3 Months • Discuss the services and banns with your minister • If both sets of parents have not • Select Hymns and Order of met arrange a get together. Service / Choose readings if • Set a wedding budget desired. • Arrange a first meeting with • Ensure passports are valid for your minister or priest to set a your honeymoon. You can date for your wedding apply in advance for your new • If you are having a civil cername. emony, then book the registry • Arrange for a tasting of the office or civil venue food • Send ‘Save the date’ notifica• Discuss service details with tions with venue details to ceremony officials guests abroad • Make appointments with bridal • Send out wedding invitations boutiques 2 Months • Choose your witnesses, brides• Meet photographer to decide maids and groomsmen. on what types of photos you wantDraw up a wedding day 12 Months timetable • Book a venue for your wedding • Book a make-up trial session • Consider a personal website to • Book a hair session and be sure keep your friends up to date to take any veils/headpieces • Finalise guest list you will wear • Send out “save the date cards” • Organise Hen Do or emails • Hire a wedding planner now if • Organise Stag Do • Buy gifts for bridesmaids/paryou are going to ents of the bride and groom 9 Months • Contact photographer to re• Book a photographer confirm booking • Arrange to visit caterer • Contact hair stylist and make• Arrange to visit a Florist up artist to re-confirm booking • Choose Dress • Contact your florist to re-con• Book honeymoon firm booking • Book caterer • Contact your caterer to reconfirm booking 6 Months • Book a florist 1 Month • Choose a hairstylist • Go for final dress fitting • Choose a make-up artist • Ensure you have paid all of your • Send guests accommodation suppliers details • Give notice of marriage to your • Choose your gift list local register office (unless you • Go for a 2nd dress fitting are marrying in the Church of • Choose wedding rings England/Church of Wales) • Order wedding cake • Confirm honeymoon bookings • Choose bridesmaids dresses • Ensure that you get your • Book transport for the day engagement ring cleaned
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2 Weeks • Sort out local currency for your honeymoon • Wear in your new shoes • Pick up wedding rings 1 Week • Reconfirm details with your venue • Finalise seating plan • Write place cards • Reconfirm details with photographer • Organise for note or gift to be delivered to your partner on the wedding day • Pack for your honeymoon and ensure you leave all details with a friend in case of an emergency • Reconfirm details with hairstylist & make-up artist • Ensure your waxing/tanning teeth whitening is completed • Pick up wedding dress • advise caterer final numbers, and any special dietary requirements • Arrange to have your wedding cake delivered to your venue • Make up the favours for your wedding day The Day Before • Help decorate the venue • Ensure your nails are manicured • Run through the order of the day with the bridal party to ensure everyone knows what their roles and responsibilities are • Get an early night
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Notify these people of your change in name
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criminal actions against you or are on the Sex Offenders' Registry) • HM Land Registry (if you own land or property) • Pension providers • Passport Office (apply for a name passport if not done for honeymoon) • DVLA (apply for a new drivers license) • Motoring organisations eg.breakdown organisations • Utility services (ie. Gas, electricity, water) • Telephone provider • Internet provider • Mobile phone provider • Royal Mail • Insurance companies
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to convince ourselves that life is good, and normal? Emma is living ‘the lie’, through her The Lie assumed identity of Jane. No by one would ever guess what had C L Taylor happened to her which means Read this if: the letter can only have come from one person. You are living a The Jungle Book lie!
Watch this if: The Lie by C L Taylor Jane Hughes is 30, lives in rural Wales with her boyfriend, and works for a local animal sanctuary. Reliable and dependable she seems to have a perfect life. Until one day a letter arrives at work and suddenly the secret she has been hiding for the last 5 years threatens everything. Jane Hughes does not exist. This is a gripping thriller. It’s a little slow to get going, but as it gathers pace it is almost guaranteed you will not want to put it down. Taylor manages to capture in great detail the excitement of a holiday with your friends to exotic places where time stands still and you have the freedom to relax: the novelty of travelling without your parents. In this case Emma and her friends travel to Nepal to a yoga and meditation retreat: a girlie trip to help one of them get over a break-up. But the idyll is soon revealed to be anything but, and before the end of the novel two of the party will be dead. Exactly how and why is ‘the lie’ of the title. Or is it? Is ‘the lie’ instead referring to the need
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(voice of Ben Kingsley), and the free-spirited bear Baloo (voice of Bill Murray). Along the way, Mowgli encounters jungle creatures who don’t exactly have his best interests at heart, including Kaa (voice of Scarlett Johansson), a python whose seductive voice and gaze hypnotizes the man-cub, and the smoothtalking King Louie (voice of Christopher Walken), who tries to coerce Mowgli into giving up the secret to the elusive and deadly red flower: fire. Inspired by Disney’s 1967 animated classic, the film features state-of the-art technology that immerses audiences in the lush world like never before. More true to the disney film than the book as Mowgli remains a boy throughout the film. Release date: 15th April. PG Anthems for Doomed Youth The Libertines
Listen to this if: The Jungle Book Based on the 1894 book/collection of short stories by Rudyard Kipling is an all-new epic adventure about Mowgli (newcomer Neel Sethi), a man-cub who’s been raised by a family of wolves. But Mowgli finds he is no longer welcome in the jungle when fearsome tiger Shere Khan (voice of Idris Elba), who bears the scars of Man, promises to eliminate what he sees as a threat. Urged to abandon the only home he’s ever known, Mowgli embarks on a captivating journey of selfdiscovery, guided by pantherturned-stern mentor Bagheera
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Having enjoyed Indoor and Short Mat bowls through the winter, and been inspired by the World Bowls on BBC2 in January, our bowlers eagerly await a return to bowling in the sunshine on their beautiful green at Cheddington’s Recreation Ground on the High Street. The outdoor season starts on April 24th. The Green is open for new bowlers to Give Bowls A Go each Tuesday (2pm) and Friday (6pm) from May to September. Wayne Rooney may be on £350,000 a week, but it cost a new bowler less than a £1 a week to become a member of Cheddington Bowls Club. Where can you find a better combination of value and fun, for we provide an excellent all year bowling and social event calendar. With love from ‘Jack’: 01525 220644
Calling all mums needing connection, space , time to be. Wingrave Methodist Church Hall ( see website for full details) 20th April - Paints, 4th May - Sand. Up to 8 people Only £20 for a 3 hour session ! Book 3 spaces and get the third free. Fancy painting to music or making a sand tray about where you see yourself in 10 years? Therapeutic insightful activities chosen by you and a chance to learn how the arts are used to connect to your subconscious. Promises to be a nourishing special morning. Go to www.theiki.co.uk for more details or call Katie on 07765 876180.
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Recipe from Nick Coffer BBC 3 Counties Radio Makes 4-6 tumblers (dependent on size) or one medium-sized trifle bowl These individual desserts would be perfect for a wedding dessert in coloured glass as pictured.
Pear and Ginger Tiramisu Trifle
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Ingredients: 3 large free-range eggs – yolks and whites separated 100g caster sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or extract 250g tub Mascarpone 2 very ripe pears 250ml sherry ½ packet Ginger Snap Biscuits or Ginger Cake 100g grated dark or white chocolate for sprinkling on top A dusting of cocoa powder (optional)
Whisk the eggs yolks, caster sugar and vanilla together with an electric whisk for around 5 minutes until the mixture is pale and fluffy. Add in the tub of Mascarpone and mix until smooth.
The ingredients will combine better at room temperature
Pour the sherry into a small bowl, dip six ginger biscuits into the sherry and then place one in each glass, or lay them all flat across one bowl, working quickly so that the biscuits don’t get too soggy.
recipe by Ren Behan
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In a second, clean bowl, beat your egg whites until soft peaks form. With a metal spoon, fold the egg whites into your egg and Mascarpone mixture.
Add a few slices of pear on top of the ginger biscuits. Next, spoon some of your creamy mixture into the bottom of your tumblers/bowl. Repeat until all the mixture is used up. Cover with clingfilm and refrigerate, preferably overnight. Just before eating, sprinkle with grated dark or white chocolate, dust with a little cocoa powder if you wish and then serve.
Have a large trifle bowl or six small glasses/tumblers ready. Peel, core and finely slice the pears. Hear recipes on Nick Coffer’s Weekend Kitchen every Sunday morning on BBC Three Counties radio at 11am. You can also join Nick every weekday afternoon at midday
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Ant and Dec will host The Queen’s 90th Birthday Celebration, which will be broadcast live on ITV later this year. This National Celebratory Event will take place in the presence of Her Majesty The Queen and will be hosted by Royal Windsor Horse Show in the private grounds of Windsor Castle. The event will see the best of British talent join more than 900 horses and 1500 participants for what promises to be a spectacular evening. Ant and Dec said “We are honoured to be hosting this special celebration of Her Majesty The Queen’s 90th Birthday”. The Celebration will tell the story of The Queen’s remarkable life from her birth in 1926, through World War Two, to her Coronation in 1953 and a reign spanning more than 60 years. This spectacular evening will bring together some of the best known names in the entertainment world who will perform with 900 horses and 1500 participants to mark this very special birthday.
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