September 2020 Costa Link Magazine

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No1 MARBELLA

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175.000€

Two Bed Townhouse Central Calahonda, Mijas Costa

Very central location within walking distance to shops, bar restaurants and the beach. two bedrooms with their own terraces and 2 bathrooms. Through lounge / diner with doors opening to the patio and garden. Separate Kitchen with open feel. Large roof terrace with scope for the addition of a third bedroom and bathroom. Communal pool and gardens – IDEAL INVESTMENT PROPERTY

210.000€

Beachside TWO/THREE Bedroom apartment In Las Chapas

Just a couple of minutes walk from the beach and close to local restaurants and beach bars. This first floor apartment with lift has an entrance hall, open plan kitchen with dining area and lounge. The main bedroom has an en-suite bathroom, second bedroom and further bathroom as well as a third bedroom/study with en-suite shower room. With large terrace Communal pool & gardens, underground garage and storeroom.

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249.900€

Two Bedroom Apartment With Sea Views in Cabopino

Las

Mimosas,

Cabopino second floor apartment with lift in very good order throughout, good size lounge dining with views over the pool & the sea. The main bedroom with en-suite bathroom & opens onto the terrace, there is a second bedroom and second bathroom, a fully fitted kitchen with separate utility area. The south facing terrace has views over the pool & the sea. Storeroom & a car space in the underground car park.

Beautiful Townhouse with incredible views in La Mairena

545.000€

This stylish S e m i - d e ta c h e d house has incredible views of the Sea across to Gibraltar, and is just 8 minutes to the centre of Elviria with it’s shops, restaurants, bars, and beach I It has entrance, large open plan living and dining room with stunning views, very high quality kitchen, 3 bedrooms with fitted wardrobes, 2 of them have en-suite bathrooms.

This property also has a garage plus space which can be used as a workshop.

Please Contact us for Further Details info@platinumestatesmarbella.com T: (+34) 951 666 715 (Spain) M: (+34) 663 061 669 (Spain)

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Ed’s Note..

Ah, the month of September, when things slowly get cooler here on the Costa de Sol. We hope you haven’t had too bad a time of things recently the entire World seems to be doing a large Hokey Cokey – You put your Mask on here, and then isolations out, you don’t have to here but we’ll shake you all about… Hopefully life will start to get back normality VERY soon ‘fingers, toes and everything else crossed’!

It’s Halloween next month, and only four months to Christmas ARRRGGGHHHH (where does the time go?) So if you would like to advertise in the most popular A5 magazine on the Costa del Sol give us a call and we can get you the best deal, we have fantastic offers on advertising at the moment. Keep smiling and have a great month!

in the September Magazine...

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Have you got kids? Then Check out “A Women’s World this month!”

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Solutions on page 80 Pit your brains against the TRIVIA QUIZ, questions for all ages from 6 -116!

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Geek out this month with the Gadget & Gizmo’s pages including: A very clever auto mower and turn your car into Kitt from Knight rider…

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A great predicament to be stuck in, plus more in check out “A Man’s World...”

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Have you got a favourite car from the movies will it make our list? Check out some of the best film cars ever. In ‘All Revved Up’ on page 60...

Due to Covid-19 there is no “What’s on Guide” this month.

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Email: info@costalinkmagazine.com

Website: www.costalinkmagazine.com Facebook: facebook.com/costa.link.spain Whatsapp: 663 061 669 or Tweet: @costa_link

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Horrid Henry takes over the “The Kids Page” this month, filled with fun and lots to do!

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The Business Directory... Can’t find that all important contact see page 76 to 79...

Solutions on page 80 Puzzle It Out... Puzzles galore challenge those little grey cells.

HOW TO CONTACT US Call: 951 666 715 or 663 061 669

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The Jokes Page: Laugh out loud with rib crackers on page 72!

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A Woman’s World

REASONS BEINg A STAY-AT-HOME MUM IS A THANKLESS TASK:

• Pay is far, far below minimum wage IF ALL ELSE FAILS...

• Kiss adult conversations goodbye • Zero growth potential • Physically demanding • Rules of the game are always changing • Increased risk of substance abuse • Limits social opportunities • NO training program • Wardrobe options are limited • Workplace is always messy and often sticky • Drinking on the job is frowned upon • Most accomplishments go unnoticed • NO days off, NO holiday time and NO sick leave • NO awards, promotions or perks LOCK YOURSELF IN THE BATHROOM! • Very little opportunity for travel • Must be available to work early mornings & late nights • Tiny “employers” are often vocally critical of your work • Feedback from superiors generally limited to silent reproach and judging from afar • Your boss is unpredictable, irrational and prone to emotional outbursts BUT... YOU WON'T MISS THE MILESTONES & YOU’LL NEVER GET THOSE MOMENTS BACK!

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HOT GOSSIP...

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WOOOOO HOOOOO NEW TV...

WHEN IS TOWIE BACK ON TV? The new series starts this month...

The show will be back with a mega 10th-anniversary series, returning to airing two episodes a week. And as part of the birthday celebrations, a number of familiar faces are expected to return to the cast. We can assume that the regular cast members including Diags, Chloe, Dan Edgar, Amber Turner and Pete Wicks will all return. It’s unlikely that there’ll be any huge departures as TOWIE viewers are just getting used to the new cast as a load of newbies were introduced in series 23.

SUPERMARKET SWEEP RETURNING... Time to go wild in the aisles again with a celeb packed edition ...The show has been given a brand new daytime slot on ITV plus Rylan Clark-Neal returning for a normal series before the celeb edition airs later in the year. There are loads of famous faces signed up for the show including former Queens of the Jungle Scarlett Moffatt and Jacqueline Jossa, who will be joining forces to go wild in the aisles. They'll take on the likes of Gavin & Stacey duo Melanie Walters & Joanna Page. WHOOP NEW TV! GREAT BRITISH BAKE OFF 2020... Is on its way to TV as filming wrapped last month despite the ongoing lockdown restrictions. This year's series was due to begin filming in April with new co-host Matt Lucas joining Noel Fielding and judges Prue Leith and Paul Hollywood in the Bake Off tent.

Production started in July under strict rules and concluded last month. It's expected the series will be able to air on Channel 4 later in the year.

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HOT GOSSIP...

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WOOOOO HOOOOO NEW TV...

I'M A CELEB MASSIVE U TURN... In a huge change to this year's

series. There’s going to be some major changes on this year’s I’m A Celebrity… The show hosted by Ant and Dec will take place in the UK for the first time. Instead of setting up camp in the Australian jungle like they usually do, this year’s celebs will live in a “remote, rural castle” which is believed to be Gwrych Castle in North Wales. That’s not it either, as there have been rumours that bosses may have to scrap the show’s iconic Bushtucker trials, which often feature creatures and creepy crawlies, due to British animal welfare laws. WALES, NO BUSH TUCKER... Well have to wait and see!

CHECK OUT NETFLICKS... If you haven’t watched Selling Sunset yet, what are you waiting for? It premiered last year, on Netflicks, the show follows the lives of a group of glamazon property agents working at luxury broker firm The Oppenheim Group as they bitch, barter and make big bucks around the Hollywood Hills.

Fancy a $44m mansion, with a 12-car garage, a home cinema and a TV screen that comes up from the pool? Look no further...

THE MASKED SINGER RETURNS... It’s one of the biggest shows of

the year. I’m A Celeb’s Joel Dommett will return to host the show alongside Rita Ora, Davina McCall and Jonathan Ross, the panel of celebrity super sleuths who try to work out who is behind the mask. BAFTA award-winning comedian Mo Gilligan, who recently starred on Celebrity Gogglebox, is set to join the show as a fourth panellist coming to ITV for a second series soon.

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404 ERROR...

As you get a little older sometimes you have a little trouble with your computer skills...

Yesterday, I had a problem, so I called Georgie, the 11 year old next door, whose bedroom looks like Mission Control, and asked him to come over...

Georgie clicked a couple of buttons and solved the problem.

As he was walking away, I called after him, 'So, what was wrong?'

He replied, 'It was an ID ten T error.'

I didn't want to appear stupid, but nonetheless had to inquire, 'An ID ten T error? What's that in case I need to fix it again?'

Georgie grinned.

'Haven't you ever heard of an ID ten T error before?'

'No,' I replied.

'Write it down,' he said, 'I think you'll figure it out.'

So I wrote down:

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I used to like Georgie, the little bugger!

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WHO I AM...?

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MORE THAN WORDS...

The longest one-syllable words in the English language are "screeched" & "strengths".

No word in the English language rhymes with month,

orange, silver, or purple.

“I am.” is the shortest complete sentence in the English language.

The word “Set” has more definitions than any other word in the English language.

“Underground” is the only word in the English language that begins and ends with the letters "und."

There are only four words in the English language which end in "-dous":

horrendous, stupendous, and hazardous.

tremendous,

The longest word in the English language, according to the Oxford English Dictionary, is: pneumonoultramicroscopicsilicovolcanoconiosis.

The only other word with the same amount of letters is pneumonoultramicroscopicsilicovolcanoconioses, it’s plural.

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MORE THAN WORDS...

"Dreamt" is the only English word that ends in the letters "mt".

TYPEWRITER is the longest word that can be made using the letters only on one row of the keyboard.

"Stewardesses" is the longest word that is typed with only the left hand.

The combination "ough" can be pronounced in nine different ways. The following sentence contains them all: "A rough-coated, dough-faced, thoughtful ploughman strode through the streets of Scarborough; after falling into a slough, he coughed and hiccoughed."

The only 15 letter word that can be spelled without repeating a letter is uncopyrightable.

Facetious and abstemious contain all the vowels in the correct order, as does arsenious, meaning "containing arsenic."

There is a seven letter word in the English language that contains ten words without rearranging any of its letters, "therein": the, there, he, in, rein, her, here, ere,

therein, herein.

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• Long Term Lets • Property Sales • Management • Maintenance • Security ONE BEDROOM APARTMENT - MIDDLE FLOOR BENALMADENA - 600€ PCM

Long Term Rent for 9 months. Fully furnished 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom apartment in Arroyo De La Miel, Benalmadena. Newly ĮƩĞĚ ŬŝƚĐŚĞŶ͘ KƉĞŶ ƉůĂŶ ůŽƵŶŐĞ ͬ <ŝƚĐŚĞŶ ĂƌĞĂ͘ ŶĐůŽƐĞĚ ^ƵŶ ƚĞƌƌĂĐĞ ĂŶĚ ƐĞƉĂƌĂƚĞ ŽƉĞŶ ƚĞƌƌĂĐĞ͘ &ĂŶƚĂƐƟĐ ^ĞĂ ǀŝĞǁƐ͕ ĂŶĚ ǀŝĞǁƐ ŽĨ ĐŽŵŵƵŶĂů ƉŽŽů ĂƌĞĂ ĂŶĚ ŐĂƌĚĞŶƐ͘ ŽŵŵƵŶĂů ƉĂƌŬŝŶŐ͘ ^ŚŽƉƐ͕ ďĂƌƐ Θ ƌĞƐƚĂƵƌĂŶƚƐ ŽŶ LJŽƵƌ ĚŽŽƌƐƚĞƉ͘ ƉƉƌŽdž ϭŬŵ ĨƌŽŵ ƚŚĞ ďĞĂĐŚ͘

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TRICKY TRIVIA QUIZ

1) Which TV show was introduced by the “Liberty Bell”?

2) The British pop group, The Yardbirds, had three of the world's greatest rock guitarists in their ranks. Who were they?

3) Which three countries have both an Atlantic and Mediterranean coastline?

4) Name the first orange coloured property on the UK version of the board game Monopoly?

5) What is the county town East Sussex?

6) What was the first full-length film that was completely designed by computer?

7) Which country has the longest coastline?

8) Which bridge separates England and Wales?

9) By what name is the marsupial “Sarcophilus Harrisi” better known?

10) Who is the alter ego of Bruce Wayne the famous crime fighter?

11) Who wrote the song 'Manic Monday' which was released by The Bangles in 1986?

12) Which country sits between France and Spain?

13) What is the name of the brightest star in the night sky?

14) What does the MP stand for in the term MP3 player?

15) What is the lowest possible hand in poker?

16) What is the chemical symbol for Gold?

17) Traditionally finishing with a “Vixen Break” and usually containing a “Helix” and a “Corkscrew”, what are they?

18) Who performed the title music for Octopussy the Bond film?

19) Who shot Billy the Kid? 20) Elizabeth Taylor played

Cleopatra, who played Julius Caesar?

21)In which city would you find the International Court of Justice?

22) Whose birthday is celebrated around the globe on January 25th each year?

23) What is the name given to a quadrilateral with two parallel sides of unequal length?

24) Which is the most Southerly capital city in the world?

25) What is the most Northerly capital city in the world?

26) What is pogonophobia the fear of?

27) Bodega Bay is the setting for which 1963 horror film?

28) Which bird can swim but not fly?

29) Who wrote the classic novel, "The Lord of the Flies"?

30) What is the only mammal that can fly?

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A MAGIC menagerie

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"If I show you a really good trick, will you give me a free drink?" The bartender considers it, and then agrees. The man reaches into his pocket and pulls out a tiny rat. He reaches into his other pocket and pulls out a tiny piano. The rat stretches, cracks his knuckles, and proceeds to play the blues.

After the man finished his drink, he asked the bartender, "If I show you an even better trick, will you give me free drinks for the rest of the evening?" The bartender agrees, thinking that no trick could possibly be better than the first. The man reaches into his pocket and pulls out a tiny rat. He reaches into his other pocket and pulls out a tiny piano. The rat stretches, cracks his knuckles, and proceeds to play the blues. The man reaches into another pocket and pulls out a small bullfrog, who begins to sing along with the rat's music.

While the man is enjoying his beverages, a stranger confronts him and offers him €100,000.00 for the bullfrog. "Sorry," the man replies, "he's not for sale." The stranger increases the offer to €250,000.00 cash up front. "No," he insists, "he's not for sale." The stranger again increases the offer, this time to €500,000.00 "Get m cash. The man finally agrees, and turns the frog over to the e, I’m a Jazz stranger in exchange for the money. playin g rat!"

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EMERGENCY SERVICES

Our Emergency services have been HEROS this year but with it being Emergency Services Day this month on the 9th we thought we’d take a look at some of the idiots wasting their time….

1) First “nil poi” goes to a lady who couldn’t swim she walked straight off the end of St Kilds’s pier in Melbourne, Australia and need a swift rescue… THE PROBLEM? She was too busy checking her phone. And if you were wondering, yes, she did manage to hold on to it throughout the rescue!

2) A number of allers in the UK who have missed their alarm and were going to be late for a flight wanting officers to take them to the airport called 999!

3) A gentleman in Leeds, UK dialled 999 at 4am on a Saturday morning and asked: "Where is the best place to get a bacon sandwich right now?"

4) A lady in Las Vegas, Nevada dialled 911 to say there were men in “her” hotel room trying to take her away. The men in question were police officers who had come to arrest her for prostitution as she was “walking” the corridors.

5) A woman in London, UK, dialled 999 because she had seen a clown selling balloons for £5 each, Which was much more than other clowns were charging.

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EMERGENCY SERVICES

6) Last Christmas in North Wales police said they had received an emergency call from someone asking where to buy brussels sprouts.

7) In the UK... A woman was prosecuted after making hundreds of hoax 999 calls over two weeks because she was “bored”.

8) A quick search on YouTube will reveal how regularly adults get stuck in children’s swings and require firefighters to cut them free.

9) In the West Midlands... Caller: “I’m calling because my laptop is closed and I need the password.”Police: “You’ve called the police to get a password for your laptop?”

10) In the UK... A man phoned 999 because he’d rain out of painkillers, saying: “I’m having a really bad toothache right now. “I don’t have any painkillers with me.”

11) In Spain on his holidays... A confused driver rang the police simply to ask: “Do you know is it illegal to drive with flip-flops on?”

12) In Devon... A man phoned 999 to report that sheep were going to ‘eat his kids’. The responder said: “Why would sheep eat your kids?” To which he responded: “I was making cottage pie earlier, the sheep must have smelt it.”

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St. Peter looks perplexed. "Who?" he says.

"Sara Pipalini" replies the old spinster.

St. Peter shakes his head and says; "I'm sorry, but that name just doesn't ring a bell."

The old gal then takes a newspaper out of her purse and hands it to St. Peter. He reads the paper and starts laughing.

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GADGETS &Gizmo’s Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite has a very decent performance, and is a breath of fresh air. Useful software additions and an S Pen included in the box, is the most well rounded Android tablet around right now. You get an LCD screen, rather than AMOLED, but colours still have lots of punch. This is an excellent mid-range alternative.

Amazon’s new Echo Auto can turn any car into Kitt from Knight Rider… It connects to Alexa’s servers using the app on your phone and can be hooked up to your car’s stereo system via Bluetooth or old-fashioned 3.5mm jack. That means you can change the music, listen to an audiobook, check the weather, or any of the other stuff you normally offload to your robo helper without having to take your eyes off the road.

Denon’s new X-Series AV receivers are geared up for next-gen gaming, with auto low latency mode, 4K video pass-through at up to 120fps, and reduced lag.

All of which are essential to getting the most out of the PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X you’ll inevitably buy.

Voice controlled through Alexa, Google Assistant or Siri, too. If you like to futureproof yourself then get prepared…

There are new features coming to Apple AirPods Pro bring surround sound to give you a full on immersive experience. New very clever tech employs head-tracking using the gyroscope and accelerometer within each bud and will re-calibrate sound whenever you tilt or move your head.

Your 'buds will be smart enough to switch between devices and audio inputs.

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All the latest in the world of tech and gaming...

Samsung have launched a new high-spec curved gaming monitor that looks space ship ready. The Odyssey G9 has a 49in display and is the world's first Dual Quad High Definition (5120x1440 resolution) gaming monitor. It features an industry first 1000R curvature. The gigantic QLED display even integrates customisable Infinity Core Lighting into its glossy white exterior.

Lego & Nintendo have hooked up to produce…. The Lego Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) you can actually slide the Super Mario Bros. cartridge into, a controller and a connecting cable. There’s even a mechanical retro TV set to build. Comprised of 2,646 pieces in total. They are also as rare as hen’s teeth so if you want one get saving your pennies now.

The Ion e-bike by, Superstrata is 3D printed. Based around a lightweight carbon fibre unibody frame that can be customised for each owner’s height, weight, limb length and riding position, it’s 61x stronger than steel and 15x tougher than titanium. A 250W motor and 252Wh battery that combine for a top speed of 20mph and a range of about 60 miles, plus very clever integrated lights.

The Husqvarna’s Automower is any gardeners dream tool. What with the beating heat of the Costa del Sol’s summer sun and size of our plots an automower is just the job… The Bluetooth-enabled Automower 305 can handle lawns of up to 600m2. Also capable of navigating complicated layouts. With a 70-minute run time from a 60-minute charge, you’ll have grass that will make your neighbours green with envy.

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A Manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s World

WIFEâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;CONTROL... Three mates are down the pub. Bill and

Joe are arguing about the amount of control they have over their wives, while the third bloke, Fred, says nothing. After a while, Bill turns to Fred and says, "Well, what about you? What sort of control have you got?" "I'll tell you," Fred replies. "Just the other night my missus came crawling to me on her hands and knees."

The other two were absolutely amazed. "What happened then?", Joe asked. "She said, 'Get out from under the bed and fight like a man!!!".

Two Men in a LifeBoat...

Two men were adrift in a lifeboat following a dramatic escape from a burning freight vessel. While rummaging through the boat's provisions, one of the men stumbled across an old lamp. Secretly hoping that a Genie would appear, he rubbed the lamp vigorously. To the amazement of the castaways, one did come forth. This particular Genie, however, stated that he could only deliver one wish, not the standard three.

Without giving much thought to the matter the man blurted out, "Make the entire ocean into beer!" Immediately the Genie clapped his hands with a deafening crash, and the entire sea turned into the finest brew ever sampled by mortals.

Simultaneously, the Genie vanished to his freedom. Only the gentle lapping of beer on the hull broke the stillness as the two men considered their circumstances. The other man looked disgustedly at the one whose wish had been granted.

After a long, tension-filled moment, he spoke: "Nice going! Now we're going to have to pee in the boat."

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4) The Catalonian independence referendum took place 5) The wrong winner was announced for best picture at the Oscars 6) At the Movies you could have been watching: IT (part one), Dunkirk, Spiderman Homecoming, The Greatest Showman, Bladerunner 2049 or Kingsman the Golden Circle 7) You could have been listening too: Dua Lupa - New Rules Ed Sheeran - Shape of You 1975 Harry Styles - Sign of the Times 8) New Tech included: 2015 Nintendo Switch 2000 Oculus Go – VR headset Answer on page 80 2004

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MEDICAL MAYHEM

GOING TO THE PHARMACY... The owner of a pharmacy walks in to find a guy leaning heavily against a wall with an odd look on his face.

The owner asks the clerk, "What's with that guy over there by the wall?"

The clerk says, "Well, he came in here at 7 A.M. to get something for his cough. I couldn't find the cough syrup, so I gave him an entire bottle of laxatives." The owner says, "You idiot! You can't treat a cough with laxatives!" The clerk says, "Oh yeah? Look at him-he's afraid to cough!"

DOES IT HURT... A woman goes to her doctor who verifies that she is pregnant. This is her first pregnancy. The doctor asks her if she has any questions. She replies, "Well, I'm a little worried about the pain. How much will childbirth hurt?" The doctor answered, "Well, that varies from woman to woman and pregnancy to pregnancy and besides, it's difficult to describe pain."

"I know, but can't you give me some idea?," she asks.

"Grab your upper lip and pull it out a little..."

"Like this?" "A little more..." "Like this?" "No. A little more..."

"Like this?" "Yes. Does that hurt?" "A little bit." "Now stretch it over your head!"

AT THE PHARMACY AGAIN... A distraught senior citizen phoned her doctor's office.

'Is it true,' she wanted to know, 'that the medication you prescribed has to be taken for the rest of my life?' 'Yes, I'm afraid so,' the doctor told her. There was a moment of silence before the senior lady replied, 'I'm wondering, then, just how serious is my condition because this prescription is marked 'NO REFILLS'.'

Health & Well Being

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THE LIFE CYCLE OF A HABIT

HOW TO BREAK THE LIFE CYCLE OF A BAD HABIT

We are all addicts - addicted to the habits and routines in our lives. We wake up at the same time, have our normal morning routine (shower, breakfast, brushing teeth), then head off to work at the same time every weekday. Somewhere in this routine, we will feed our addictions.

We may be addicted to substances such as sugar, nicotine, weed, drugs or coca cola, ice or alcohol, or we may be addicted to behaviours such as watching pornography, sex, eating, gambling or checking our phone every 60 seconds.

Even our thought patterns can become habits - the voice in our head becoming ‘addicted’ to negative thoughts and self-doubt as it tries to avoid us feeling like a failure.

ure or possibly even relief from emotional or physical pain which triggers the release of oxytocin, a powerful TRIGGERS and addictive hormone that reinforces how much we Every habit is kick started by a trigger. Triggers could enjoyed the routine. The problem with oxytocin is that the include emotional pain, boredom, stressors or anxiety, more we get the less effect it has on us over time. As a or external events that grab our attention such as smells, result, we may quickly end up in search of our next ‘hit’. sounds or interactions with people.

CRAVINGS

Triggers often lead to cravings, which may get stuck in our heads once activated - such as a need for chocolate.

However, cravings may not be about the substance or activity itself, such as nicotine, weed or sex, but the resulting feelings of calm, pleasure or even relief from emotional pain.

ROUTINES

To satisfy these cravings we might respond with the relevant routine or automatic action we use in response to the trigger. Examples of routines include having a smoke, taking drugs, indulging in sex, turning into an emotional zombie or getting drunk.

REFLECTIONS

Following the reward, we often reflect on our feelings resulting from indulging in our routines. Depending on whether it’s a good or a bad habit our reflections may include savouring feelings of pleasure and relief or potentially feeling guilty and remorseful if our actions conflict with our values and beliefs. It’s the power of these reflections that will eventually become the catalyst for us to break our habits.

BREAKING BAD HABITS

The best way to break a bad habit is to replace one routine with a different one that avoids the undesirable consequences but still gives us the reward. In life, triggers will keep happening and our cravings will drive us to do our routines as our minds look for their rewards.

REWARDS Our routines will become firmly embedded in our minds Routines are really the only part of habits that are within if we continually receive rewards from them. These inter- our control to change. nal or intrinsic rewards include positive feelings of pleas-

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THEY INCLUDE FEELING SEVERAL OF THE FOLLOWING FOR AT LEAST 2 WEEKS

• Feeling sad, anxious, or empty • Feeling hopeless or pessimistic • Feeling guilty, worthless, or helpless • Not enjoying things you used to enjoy • Trouble with concentration, • Remembering things or making decisions • Sleeping too much or too little • Appetite changes • Gaining or losing weight • Feeling restless or irritable • Thoughts of suicide or death You might not have all of these. Doctors call it "major depression" if you have at least 5 of these symptoms for at least 2 weeks. People with major depression might also have other physical symptoms, such as pain or other illnesses that get worse, stomachaches, headaches, or digestive problems.

IN CHILDREN AND TEENS, THE SYMPTOMS MAY INCLUDE:

• Insomnia or fatigue • Headache, stomachache, dizziness • Apathy or social withdrawal • Unintended weight loss • Drug abuse or alcohol abuse, • A drop in school performance, • Trouble concentrating • Isolation from family and friends

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DEPRESSION:

DO YOU KNOW THE SYMPTOMS?

With the Global Pandemic of Covid-19 there has also been a massive increase in Depression. Depression can affect both adults and children but do you know what the symptoms are?

Depression can range from mild to severe. Doctors used to call the milder forms “dysthymia” if it lasted for at least 2 years in adults (1 year in children and teens). Now, it’s called "persistent depressive disorder."

Everyone feels sad or blue now and then. Those are normal emotions. Depression is different. If it lasts more than 2 weeks and doesn’t lift, or if you start to notice other physical symptoms such as changes in sleep, appetite, or energy, seek help.

You could start with your regular doctor or a mental health professional.

CALL YOUR DOCTOR IF:

•You or a loved one has suicidal thoughts.

•You think you or a loved one is depressed.

There are effective treatments.

It’s also wise to check in with your doctor if you are considering alternative or complementary treatments for depression.

Your doctor can help you weigh the risks, benefits, and what’s best for you.

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YOUR DNA...

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DNA testing is the key to helping us achieve and maintain optimum health, while at the same time it is highlighting any predisposition we may want to address in order to achieve a sense of wellbeing.

This in turn allows us to create a life style we may only have dreamed of.

From the specific to the broad spectrum and everything in between, it is certainly an area where we can discover a treasure trove of information about our own bodies.

DNA testing has worked for Olympians and other athletes, tapping into their personal strengths and vulnerabilities and helping them to train and eat accordingly.

In a time when we are increasingly bombarded with conflicting and often bogus information on diet and exercise, is this a way forward... after all our DNA is an individual as we are so a personalised plan makes sense, doesn't it?

Rising obesity rates have prompted yo-yo dieters to look for a solution as the impact obesity has on our health increases the risk of being diagnosed with cancer or a chronic long-term disease such as diabetes or heart disease.

According to the latest research, the solution lies within our bodies; our genes (DNA).

In fact, researchers at Stanford University recently found that matching dieters to a

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What if DNA held the secrets to your health, sporting ability & even sustainable dietary success?

specific type of diet based on their genetic makeup could significantly increase weight loss or indeed weight gain in some cases and can reduce risk factors to certain diseases.

Your DNA tells you what foods and food groups your body needs and how it processes them. It can identify your body's reaction to certain medication and how your metabolism works. It can detail your absorption rate of minerals and vitamins and how to achieve the very best results as your analysis is as individual as you are.

One of the problems with our approach to diet is that we are encouraged by society to think of it only through the prism of weight loss, as opposed to overall, optimum health. What you eat affects everything, your skin, hair, energy levels, sleep quality, chronic diseases and so forth.

If thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one thing that any healthy eating professional can teach you, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s that changing your diet in a minor way can get rid of seemingly incurable illnesses, mysterious aches and pains, and can even reduce anxiety and depression. Understanding your own unique DNA empowers you to make those changes.

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COFFEE & WALNUT MILLIONAIRE SHORTBREAD Combine millionaire's shortbread with classic coffee and walnut flavours in this delicious bake. It's the perfect partner to a cup of tea for elevenses!

Ingredients:

Method:

• 200g cold unsalted butter • 40g walnut halves • 250g plain flour • 75g golden caster sugar For the caramel • 4 tbsp espresso powder • 100g light muscovado sugar • 2 x 397g cans condensed milk

1) Heat the oven to 180C/160C fan/ gas 4. Butter and line the base and sides of a rectangular 20 x 30cm tin with baking parchment. 2) To make the base, blitz the walnuts in a food processor until finely chopped. Add the flour, sugar, butter and ½ tsp salt and blitz until the mixture is combined. Tip onto a work surface and bring together into a dough. Press the dough into the base of the tin and bake for 25 mins until lightly golden. Leave to cool. 3) To make the caramel, mix the espresso powder in a small bowl with 1 tbsp boiling water to dissolve. Tip the sugar, condensed milk and espresso into a heavy-based saucepan. Bring to a simmer, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Once the sugar has dissolved, boil vigorously for 3

For the chocolate topping • 300g dark chocolate, chopped • 50g butter • 30g white chocolate, chopped • 1 tsp espresso powder • 30g chocolate-coated coffee beans • 20 walnut halves (about 50g)

mins, whisking continuously until the colour has darkened slightly and the caramel has thickened. Leave to cool for 20 mins, then pour the caramel over the biscuit layer and chill in the fridge for 2 hrs. 4) To make the topping, heat the dark chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl in the microwave in 30 second bursts until evenly melted. Pour over the caramel layer. Melt the white chocolate in the same way and mix with the espresso powder. Swirl and drizzle the white chocolate over the dark chocolate layer. Scatter over the coffee beans and walnuts. Chill for a further 2 hrs or overnight to set before slicing into squares.

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THE ODD ORIGINS OF EVERYDAY PHRASES

1) Turn a blind eye often used to refer to a willful refusal to acknowledge a particular reality dates back to British naval hero Horatio Nelson. During 1801’s Battle of Copenhagen, Nelson’s ships were pitted against a large Danish-Norwegian fleet. When his more conservative superior officer flagged for him to withdraw, the one-eyed Nelson supposedly brought his telescope to his bad eye and blithely proclaimed, “I really do not see the signal.” He went on to score a decisive victory.

2) WHITE ELEPHANT White elephants were once considered highly sacred creatures in Thailand... The animal even graced the national flag until 1917 but they were also wielded as a subtle form of punishment. According to legend, if an underling or rival angered a Siamese king, the royal might present the unfortunate man with the gift of a white elephant. While ostensibly a reward, the creatures were tremendously expensive to feed & house, and caring for one often drove the recipient into financial ruin.

3) Crocodile tears Modern English speakers use the phrase “crocodile tears” to describe a display of superficial or false sorrow, but the saying actually derives from a medieval belief that crocodiles shed tears of sadness while they killed and consumed their prey. The myth dates back as far as the 14th century and comes from a book called “The Travels of Sir John Mandeville.” Wildly popular upon its release, the tome recounts a brave knight’s adventures during his supposed travels through Asia. Mandeville’s account of weeping reptiles later found its way into the works of Shakespeare, and “crocodile tears” became an idiom as early as the 16th century.

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BEST MOVIE CARS EVER...

“You're only supposed to blow the bloody doors off!” One of the all time classic lines from the movies, we check out some of the best film cars ever…

ASTON MARTIN DB5 - GOLDFINGER (1964) A car that cemented Aston Martin’s relationship with the world’s least-secret secret agent indeed, one that continues to this day - is also really rather gorgeous. In the film, it had many gadgets for specific purposes each, applicable to Bond’s predicaments in the 1964 classic.

How fortuitous Mr Bond...

LAMBORGHINI MIURA - THE ITALIAN JOB (1969) We could have opted for the Mini Cooper, because they were the real heroes in the film. But do you remember the majestic Lamborghini winding through the Italian hills to a glorious soundtrack. This is how every movie ever should open we think. The less said about the poor Miura’s fate three minutes after however, the better.

DELOREAN DMC-12, BACK TO THE FUTURE (1981) Visually, this stainless-steel stunner is legendary. The engine though wasn't quite the supercar that flashy bodywork promised, carrying a pokey 130-hp 2.9-liter V-6. No matter. Its futuristic looks combined with a bit of movie magic gave the DeLorean “Rock-Star” status.

FERRARI MODENA GT SPYDER CALIFORNIA, FERRIS BUELLER’S DAY OFF (1986) Movie magic and a limited budget are the culprits of this Ferrari imposter. A “replicar” built to resemble a 1961 Ferrari 250 GT California instead of a Ferrari. Three replicas were made for filming.

Two of them went up for auction in this century through Mecum, one in 2013 garnering $235,000 (Real one shown!)

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SHELBY GT500, GONE IN 60 SECONDS (2000) This Dupont Pepper Grey 1967 Ford Mustang fastback depicted as a Shelby GT500.

Eleven of the fictional Mustangs were created for the movie, with only three of them being working cars and two were ultimately destroyed during filming.

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Weird Driving Laws FROM AROUND THE GLOBE

Driving in another country can be a stressful experience, especially when you are on the left hand side of the car driving on the right side of the road (or vice versa). As if it wasn't enough to be in an unfamiliar driving position, there are some places in the world with some utterly bizarre driving laws that you should definitely be aware of: We'll begin our tour of the world's weirdest driving laws by examining some odd rules to abide by in Asian countries 1) Make sure that your driver isn't drunk too. In Japan, being a sober passenger isn't enough, if the driver is intoxicated, the passenger can also be punished under the law.

2) Being a pedestrian is good in Japan, but not so much in China, and Beijing in particular, where it is illegal to stop for pedestrians.

3) Wearing a shirt is mandatory while driving In Thailand, it's mandatory to wear a shirt while driving, going topless can fine equal to a 1000 baht.

4) In Manila, Philippines, you cannot drive on Mondays if your number plate ends in a 1 or 2.

The biggest list of weird driving laws come from America, Most of which come from California.

U.S.A

IN CALIFORNIA IT IS ILLEGAL: 1) To jump from a car at 65mph.

2) For an unoccupied vehicle to exceed 60mph.

3) To buff or dry your car with used underwear, in San Francisco specifically?

4) To use a road as a bed.

5) Shoot an animal from your car, unless it is a whale (this law is also applicable in Tennessee).

OTHER AMERICAN STATES: 6) You can't drive a camel on the highway in Nevada.

7) In Alaska, you are not allowed to tie a dog to the roof of your vehicle.

8) Crossing state lines with a duck on your head is not permitted in Minnesota 9) In Kentucky where it is illegal to let your pet molest a vehicle!

10) In Montana, you can't leave a sheep unescorted in a truck.

11) In Denver, Colorado, it is illegal to drive a black car on Sundays.

12) It's against the law in Oklahoma to read a comic book while driving.

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IN EUROPE

As crazy as the rules are in America, there are some strange ones to get your head around on our own continent:

1) Cleanliness is close to Godliness in Moscow where you can be slapped with a fine for having a dirty car.

2) It is a legal requirement in France for you to carry your own breathalyser.

3) In Denmark, the law states that you must check for children that may be hiding underneath your car before setting off on your journey.

4) It is illegal to eat or drink anything while driving in Cyprus.

5) In Switzerland, you can't wash your car on a Sunday.

6) Don't sit in the front seat if you are drunk. As a passenger? But in Macedonia, if one is "visibly under the influence of alcohol", he/she cannot sit in the front seat.

7) In typical German fashion, your car must be efficient and it is strictly illegal to stop or break down for any reason on the autobahn (which includes being out of fuel).

8) In the UK Taxis are not allowed to carry rabid animals or corpses and you must not flag down a taxi if you have the plague!

9) In France you’re not allowed to use headphones of any kind, whether in a portable music device or for your phone.

10) In France if a driver flashes their headlights at you it’s because they will move first; they’re not letting you through. You must also carry spare headlight bulbs.

11) All cars must have functioning windscreen wipers, but they don’t technically need a windscreen in Luxembourg. Guess that puts the Ariel Atom out, then!

12) In Spain Cyclists always have right-of-way. This explains a lot!

13) In Russia Hitchhiking is illegal, so don’t pick one up, and don’t hitchhike yourself.

The same rule applies in Switzerland.

REST OF THE WORLD

crazy road laws that exist in other places...

1) Possibly the most backwards law of all belongs to Saudi Arabia where it is the only country that women are not allowed to drive, but they are permitted to own a car.

2) In Africa - Animals have as much right of way as pedestrians and there are big fines if you don't stop for a crossing animal. We certainly wouldn't argue.

3) In India - Use of high beam headlights at night will attract a 500 Rupee fine, but according to reports, this is the main cause of road accidents and is considered very dangerous. On the other hand, driving a vehicle at night and without headlights will attract just 5 Rupee fine, a cruel joke we think!

4) In India - No traffic violation laws can be imposed on non-motorized vehicles, which include bicycles, rickshaws, etc. This explains the chaos on most Indian roads...

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Central number for Fire, Police & Ambulance National Police Local Police Guardia Civil

Medical

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112 091 092 062

Emergency 061 Ambulance Marbella 902 505 061 Ambulance Coin 952 453 267

Train Timetables 902 240 202

Health Centres

Airports Malaga 952 048 844

Marbella 952 769 946

Gibraltar +350 200 12345

Coin 952 452 767 San Pedro 952 787 700

Town Halls

Marbella 952 761 100 San Pedro 952 453 020 La Cala de Mijas 952 493 208 Fuengirola 952 589 300 Estepona 952 801 100

Fire Brigade

Emergency number 080 Marbella 952 774 349 Estepona 952 804 483 Fuengirola 952 461 046

Consulates

British Ireland Denmark Sweden Germany France U.S.A

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Marbella Coin Estepona Fuengirola San Pedro

952 771 442 952 822 818 952 822 818 952 467 457

352 475 226 604 212 226 474

300 108 373 383 442 590 891

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Transport

Bus Stations Marbella 952 764 400 Coin 952 450 366 San Pedro 952 781 396 Estepona 952 800249 For a list of complete times www.andalucia.com/travel/bus

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Markets

Monday - Marbella (fairground site on east side) Tuesday - Fuengirola (fairground near Los Boliches) Wednesday -Estepona (Avda.

Juan Carlos) La Cala - Feria ground.

Thursday - San Pedro (Recinto Ferial) Calypso (Mijas Costa).

Alhaurin el Grande - (La Fama) Saturday - Coin (Calle Urbano Pineda), Nueva Andalucia (Next to Centro Plaza the Bullring) and La Cala - Feria ground Sunday - Puerto Estepona (Marina)

Cinemas

All the Cinemas listed below show films in English as well as Spanish. Call first to check what is showing that week.

Marbella: Cinesur Plaza del Mar 952 766 941 La Cañada 902 333 231 Puerto Banus: Gran Marbella 952 810 077 Coin: La Trocha 951 315 039

Fuengirola Cinesur Miramar 902 221 622

Chemists

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Tel: 952 83 25 89

Taxis

Marbella Taxis 952 774 488 Mijas Costa Taxis 952 476 593

Diary Dates

1st September 2020: Dia del Tourista

6th - 11th September 2020: The Mijas Feria (still on at the time of publication, please check before setting out) 8th September 2020: Mijas “Virgin of the rock” (A Public Holiday)

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S TA R S I GN S

A look at what's in store for you during September 2020...

Capricorn

December 22nd January 19th

Aquarius

January 20th February 18th

Pisces

February 19th March 20th

Aries

March 21st April 19th

Taurus

April 20th May 20th

Gemini May 21st June 20th

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Capricorn, an unhealthy relationship ends this month, and patterns that once set the stage of your love life are abandoned in favour of more fulfilling options. If you’ve wondered about trust, the mystery is gone, replaced by a true picture during the Moon on September 9th. Family ties and issues on the home front can be a source of frustration after September 16th, with problems below the surface emerging during the Moon on September 25th. Take inventory and get rid of products that aren’t moving or costly investments through September 11th. Financial losses from unexpected cost overruns or poor workmanship can be a problem. September is a great month for you to work on your inner peace and get your whole life into perspective. It’s time to activate your imagination and keep your energy flowing. Subtle therapies like reiki can be quite successful.

Aquarius, commitments need careful consideration: How is your relationship supporting your needs? Bidding good-bye to unhealthy bonds will allow you to open your heart to your true needs. Second thoughts about a relationship give you a new perspective this could then lead to a light blub moment leading forward. Money matters especially taxes, or joint investments can be complicated at this time. If an ongoing problem seems to be stuck, progress can be made after September 14th, when obstacles give way to practical solutions. Achieving balance and creating a sense of flow between your inner self, your physical body, and the demands of the outside world stimulate a need to incorporate something different into your daily routine.

Alternative therapies can jump start your energy when you’re feeling low.

Pieces, cooperation with others may not be easy, especially if you’re dealing with people you don’t really like or if you’re ending a relationship. A different approach to your roles in partnership during the Moon on September 9th can change old patterns and help revive old loves. If you are single then the Moon on September 25th may bring a new love into your life. Are you feeling more driven to accomplish your aims this month, you can run into intensive power struggles with others who view you as a threat. Assess the manner in which you’re projecting yourself to strengthen your position. Eliminating debts and unnecessary financial burdens this month leaves room for expansion later on. Stress and tension increase, and it’s necessary to find ways to keep your energy flowing freely. Schedule a massage, foot reflexology treatment, or a session with your acupuncturist to release blocks..

Aries, even though there’s a lot of work to do this month, you’re feeling more confident and creative. If you are thinking about getting fit or starting a new health regime then September 2020 is the month to do it! Learn more about your health - refocusing your mental attitudes makes a significant impact on your physical well-being. Although you may have questions about your love life at the moment, the key issues are centered on how you really feel about your relationships. Your home life may present extra dilemmas from September 10th to 23rd. After that, your focus is trained on partnerships or potential partners! Open your heart during the Aries Moon on September 25th and new love may find its path to you. You may have some big expenses for travel or education this month. Try to avoid frivolous or risky expenditures.

Taurus, to experience a true sense of alchemy in your love life, you may need to address some of your old inhibitions this month. Let love be your guide during the Moon on September 9th, when the flow of energy from your heart works like a magical elixir. Whether you’re exploring a new love or delving into untried dimensions of an existing relationship, this is your time to get to the core of what it means to be truly intimate. Good fortune may arise from an old investment or maybe even a lottery win from September 1st to 16th. Tension at work can arise during the Moon on September 25th, but may be quickly diffused once you identify the culprit. Improvements on the home front work nicely. Whether you’re renovating or just rearranging the furniture, use this time to create a new flow of energy in your personal space.

Gemini, with Mars and in your skies this month you may have quite a battle on your hands, particularly if someone’s playing power games. Knowing when to stand firm and when to walk away takes tremendous self-control. If you really want this situation to work, then you’ll fight for it. Romance improves in a huge way after the Moon on September 25th. Business-related socialising appears to be in the offing from September 4th to 17th, this could be a great time to build yourself or your business by networking. Watch your spending from September 1st to 18th, when your budget may not stretch far enough. Money matters show promise after September 20th. From September 1st to 12th, get rid of situations that have become nonproductive, or eliminate activities that simply drain your energy. This will provide a positive foundation for enhancing your health.

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Cancer June 21st July 22nd

Leo

July 23rd August 22nd

Virgo

August 23rd September 22nd

Libra

September 23rd October 22nd

Scorpio

October 23rd November 21st

Sagittarius

November 22nd December 21st

Cancer, if you‘ve been reluctant to share your deep thoughts and feelings in a relationship.

You may finally feel an opening at last and allow your voice to be clearly heard during the Moon on August 9th. A quiet rendezvous on August 5th, to the 13th can be the perfect chance to share your hopes and clarify your feelings. Family issues may require extra time near the Moon on August 25th, and you may be the one stirring the pot of dissension. Are you looking to learn something new? Or you may simply be incorporating a different technology into your work. Regardless of the stimulus, your mind is hungry for new activity this month. You are feeling the need to increase your activity level after a lazy summer; you may feel driven to push your body just a bit. Put your health at the forefront of your thoughts this month you might be surprised at your increased performance.

Leo, if you’ve reached the end of a relationship, there could be fallout this month, but if you’re working toward renewed commitment it’s important to concentrate on making changes instead of repeating the same old mistakes. To keep the fires of love burning brightly, allow your passion for your love to guide you. Open communication strengthens your affection during the Moon on September 25th when you might enjoy a memorable weekend away. Details of budgets and financial plans expose the truth of what you need to do, and setting up better arrangements during the Moon on September 9th assures more productive results. Money can be a little tight until after September 21st, when an unexpected windfall or possibility with a partner gives you hope and opens new doors. Start new projects or launch proposals after September 16th.

Virgo, dealing with old disappointments can colour your approach to your current relationship situation, and it’s important to let go of the past and reach closure. You’re ready to feel the freedom of loving during the Virgo Moon on September 9th, but if you’re still in a highly critical mode, you can actually get in your own way. Old baggage gets in the way whether emotional or physical and this is your time to clear, lighten your load, and make room for progress. In your efforts to stay healthy this month you may be tempted to try unusual options, and you’re on the lookout for the most natural possibilities. September is a great time to get your Yin and Yang back into and attain a perfect flow of energy between mind and body. You need a fresh challenge on the work front this month - reorganising your budget before the Moon on September 25th adds a sense of control.

Libra, if your commitment to a relationship has changed, it’s probably because your feelings have also shifted. Gracefully relinquishing your attachments can be difficult but if you’ve come to that point hanging on is no easier either. After all, there are other options out there. If you are single then keep an open mind during the Moon on September 25th. It brings illuminating and many possibilities! Precise details surrounding communications are necessary if you are to be pleased with agreements. You can direct the action by sending the right signals at the right time. Negotiate and sign contracts after September 17th, and deal with legal matters before the Moon on September 25th, unless the other side is being resistant. Team sports and group fitness classes continue to be good choices for maintaining your motivation this month.

Scorpio, the questions you‘ve been asking about your real feelings may finally be answered this month. Your self-confidence improves during the Moon on September 9th, but you may still mistrust your values for a while. Balancing freedom with responsibility is not an easy task, but it’s necessary for your self-esteem. New goals and changing demands on your time influence your priorities, and keeping your responsibilities front and center diminishes stress. This September. Getting your finances in order helps you determine what you need to demand from yourself and your career. Groundwork laid now brings better situations soon. Staying active feels great now, and you’ll miss it when you can’t keep your commitments to fitness. If you need more help getting your fitness started then consider implementing the buddy system.

Sagittarius, romance is in bloom during the Moon on September 25th, and love permeates your life. Addressing old issues connected to your parents or childhood will see you freeing yourself of guilt, shame, or disappointment during the Moon on September 9th. You’re eager to experience true fulfillment, and by trusting your heart and allowing love to guide you, you’ll discover solutions to a few of those psychological puzzles you’ve struggled to solve. Your career development is easy this month, since you’re driven, focused, and ready for the challenge of doing your best. If you’ve done your homework, there’s little that can stand in the way of your success. If you don’t really know what you want from life, then this is the time to give it some serious thought. You’re empowered to manifest your needs more fully.

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puzzle

Solutions on page 80

it out

Anger Inducing Anagrams

Can you work out the names of these anagrams of of famous British writers?

The word lengths are shown in brackets.

1)

______ _____

RETIE GOOGLE (6,5)

2)

_______ ______

BATTIER EXPORT (7,6)

3)

__ ___ ____ _

TIMID HAZES (5,5)

4)

______ _______

SLUSH MARINADE (6,7)

5)

_____ _______

SCROLL WAILER (5,7)

Guess The Celeb

A

B

Sudoku

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Tricky Brain Teaser A BIT OF DIY...

After a recent spate of home improvements, four couples were having a dinner party to discuss the additions to their houses.

Alan had not recently had a new bathroom. Kara had not yet done her kitchen, but perhaps would update it next.

Brian, who is married to Maud, had not had new windows.

Laura delighted in showing photographs of her new conservatory. Neither Charles nor David had a new kitchen.

Julie had not had new windows. Alan, who also had not had windows, is not married to Laura and Charles is not married to Kara.

Who is married to whom? and what work had they recently undertaken, assuming that each couple had one improvement and no two couples had the same improvement.

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Crossword

Across: 7. Glamour plus vitality (7) 9. Proficient (5) 10. One can lend ones (3) 11. Beggar (9) 12. Hairnet (5) 14. Ill-defined (7) 16. Construed (7) 18. Radical (5) 19. Penny-pincher (9) 20. Poetic contraction (3) 21. Mountain ridge (5) 22. Arthur's slayer (7) Down: 1. Placated (8) 2. Shade of blue (4) 3. Body of Jewish law (6) 4. Lunatic (6) 5. Sybaritic (8) 6. Proofreader's mark (4) 8. Meditative discipline (3,8) 13. Decreed (8) 15. Ancient Greek epic poem (8) 17. The daily grind? (6) 18. Favourable trend (6) 19. Thick, strong pole (4) 20. Sea bird (4)

Name The Film

A Staring Dudley Moore as a drunken New B York City billionaire. His dad has a wife lined up for him until it's her or being cut off from $750,000,000. Then he goes shopping where he falls in love with a shoplifter (1981).

To prove that he still is strong and powerful, Philippe Douvier decides to kill Clouseau. Once news of his "death" has been announced, Clouseau goes undercover to find out who tried to kill him (1978).

Say What You See...

mind matter

LIstandingNE

all all WORLD all all

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The Jokespage

Jokespage

A Psychiatrists Help...

A woman went to a psychiatrist because she was having severe problems with her sex life. The psychiatrist asked her many questions but did not seem to be getting a clear picture of her problems.

Finally he asked, "Do you ever watch your husband's face while you are having sex?" "Well, yes, I did once." "And how did he look?" "Very angry."

At this point the psychiatrist felt that he was really getting somewhere and he said, "Well that's very interesting, we must look into this further. Now tell me, you say that you have only seen your husband's face once during sex; that seems somewhat unusual.

How did it occur that you saw his face this time?"

"He was looking through the window at us."

WHATEVER YOU DO IN LIFE, ALWAYS GIVE 100%.

UNLESS YOU’RE DONATING BLOOD.

A fellow was talking to his buddy, and he said, “I don't know what to get my wife for her birthday.

She has everything, and besides, she can afford to buy anything she wants, so I'm stumped.” His buddy said, “I have an idea.

Why don't you make up a certificate saying she can have 60 minutes of great sex, any way that she wants it. She'll probably be thrilled.” So the fellow did. The next day his buddy asked, “Well? Did you take my advice?”

“Yes, I did,” said the fellow. “And... did she like it?” His buddy asked. “Oh yes! She jumped up, thanked me, kissed me on the forehead and ran out the door yelling, ‘I'll be back in an hour!!!’”

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A Traffic Warden was rushed to the hospital with an inflamed appendix. The doctors operated and advised him that all was well. However, the Traffic Warden kept feeling something pulling on the hairs in his nether regions. Worried that it might be a second surgery the doctors hadn't told him about, he finally got enough energy to pull his hospital gown up enough so he could look at what was making him so uncomfortable. Taped firmly across his pubic hair were three wide strips of adhesive tape, the kind that doesn't come off easily. Written in large black letters was the sentence. "Get well soon.....

Love from the nurse you gave a ticket to last week."

A woman came up to me today and said she reconised me from the vegan club.

I was confused, as I’d not seen herbivore.

I just read on the news that a heard of Argentinan cattle have escaped from their ranch and are fleeing across the Andes.

The steaks have never been higher.

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Horrid Henrytakeover!

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differences between the two Henry’s?

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balloons bunting hats cake music candles party bags games presents guests streamers

GIVE HENRY SOME COLOUR

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puzzle Who Am I?

Jeremy Clarkson

Guess the Year 1066

Trivia Quiz Answers

1) Monty Python's Flying Circus 2) Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck & Jimmy Page 3) France, Spain and Morocco 4) Bow Street 5) Lewes 6) Toy Story 7) Canada 8) The Severn Bridge 9) The Tasmanian Devil 10) Batman 11) Prince 12) Andorra 13) Sirius 14) Moving Picture 15) 2-3-4-5-7, not of the same suit 16) Au 17) The Red Arrows The RAF display team 18) Rita Coolidge 19) Sheriff Pat Garrett 20) Rex Harrison 21) The Hague, Netherlands 22) Robert â&#x20AC;&#x153;Rabbieâ&#x20AC;? Burns 23) A trapezium 24) Wellington, New Zealand 25)Reykjavik, Iceland 26) Beards 27) The Birds 28) Penguin 29)William Golding 30) The Bat

Answers from 18, 26, 46 70 & 71

it out

Anger Making Anagrams 1) George Eliot 2) Beatrix Potter 3) Zadie Smith 4) Salman Rushdie 5) Lewis Carroll

Guess The Celeb a) Adam Sandler b) Denise Van Outen

Brain Teaser

A BIT OF DIY THE ANSWER...

Alan is married to Julie - New kitchen Brian is married to Maud - New bathroom Charles is married to Laura New conservatory David is married to Kara - New windows

Crossword Solution

Sudoku Solution

Name The Film 1) Arthur (1981)

2) Revenge of the Pink Panther (1978)

Say What You See 1) Mind Over Matter 2) Standing in Line 80

3) All around the World

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