Spotlight Magazine for South Mansfield, Nottinghamshire July 2014

sp tlightOn ISSUE 53 July 2014

Mansfield South

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Contents

Garden Toys 6 Choosing a BBQ 8 Mechanical Facials 10 Get Walking 12 Protect Your Pet From Sun 14 Puzzle Pages 18 Easy Access Bathrooms 20 Business Focus 22 Stags Roundup 24 Travelling With Kids 26 Get Real 28 Index 30

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Happy July everyone, and it is a very good month if you are a sports fan!

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Garden Toys For Summer Fun

ou don’t always need to leave home to have some Summer fun with the children. If you invest in some great garden toys you can keep them busy for hours, and ensure they get some fresh air and exercise.

Traditional toys such as swings and slides remain popular. There are many different sizes and styles available, so do make sure that you pick carefully to match the age of the children that will be playing on them, and to ensure they are robust enough.

Trampolines have really increased in popularity in the last five years or so.

Do take care to consider where you will place one in your garden. Do you really have a big enough, flat surface available?

All but the small junior ones come with safety enclosures. Do read the assembly and usage instructions carefully.

Frequently these will say there should be only one person at a time on the trampoline, but this can be tricky to enforce.

Give them a sense of the beach by buying a sandpit. Designs vary from simple circle shaped pits, to shaped items, right through to luxury wooden models, with seats and built-in sunshade. It can be useful to have one with a lid to protect the sand from wet weather.

Stores recommend that you buy special play-sand to ensure it is clean, safe and non toxic, and ideal for making sand castles with. Or perhaps you might prefer a play table that incorporates a sand area and water play?

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Lots of fun can be had in a paddling pool.

These range from very cheap, simple single ring designs, to those with multiple rings, rigid sides, and those incorporating slides and other activities. Ease of inflation is an important consideration when you have excited children waiting to play. Other toys that can help kids have fun with water in the garden include sprinklers, and of course water pistols, or as they are more commonly known these days ‘Supersoakers’.

An empty sand pit or paddling pool can also double up as a ball pool.

Or why not have your own World cup or Wimbledon, by investing in football goals or tennis equipment?

If you only have a small garden or limited budget, do not despair, there are still many choices. How about a croquet or skittle set, skipping rope, slingshot, hoola hoop, some blowing bubbles or a small play tunnel?

If you’ve not room for ball games requiring lots of space try something like swingball.

Or you could let the little ones do some garden role play by buying some play ‘mini garden tools’ Whatever you buy, always check age guidelines and look for quality marks.

By Susan Brookes-Morris

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Choosing A BBQ

ou can’t beat the tantalising aroma and taste of freshly barbecued food, but how do you choose the best barbecue for you?

When time is of the essence, a gas barbecue may be the best option. Fuelled by propane and lit by the touch of a button, they give instant heat - great for impromptu family meals after work. Some have multiple burners which can operate at varying temperatures to suit different foods, and the top models have flavouriser bars to give food that authentic charcoal flavour.

If you like to relax over your cooking maybe at the weekend when you have family and friends over - a charcoal barbecue is a great option. Using lump wood or briquettes for fuel, they take about 45 minutes to warm up and you can adjust the heat by raising or lowering the grills.

Kettle barbecues also come with lids for roasting or braising food.

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If portability is key, say for camping or picnicking, then consider a smaller, lightweight model that can fit in the back of the car. You can even buy disposable barbecues that can be bought at the supermarket and thrown away after use.

A warming rack is useful to keep food up to temperature whilst other food is still cooking, and don’t forget a fork, tongs and spatula! Now let’s go BBQ!

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Benefits of Mechanical Facials

echanical facial treatments are seen as the next step up from manual facials. They further enhance the effects of manual techniques.

There are some additional contraindications to be considered for mechanical work and because of the particular benefits of each piece of equipment, it is critically important that your therapist selects only the elements that will be beneficial to your individual skin type.

In this article, we are going research a little more colour LED light therapy technology.

Providing a wide selection of benefits, these types of treatments utilise a range of different coloured lights – most commonly red, blue, green and yellow – in order to facilitate changes within the skin.

The non- invasive light therapy stimulates intercellular communication, resulting in cell rejuvenation. The multiple wave length

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within the visible light spectrum generates different effects within the tissue.

Red light is used for its regeneration and rejuvenation properties. It also works deep to decrease inflammation and is particularly effective for conditions such as eczema.

Blue light relieves inflammation, reduces swelling and aids elimination of toxins.

Perfect for acneic skin as blue lights normalises sebum production and has antiseptic and antibacterial actions.

Cooling and calming green light has an anti-inflammatory effect, ideal for regular skin tones, relieving redness and helping to diminish signs of skin discolouration.

In addition, yellow light tones the muscles and stimulates the sensory and motor nervous system. I suggest that you need to experience a mechanical facial to see the benefits for yourself…. Jenny Dunville

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Walking Back To Happiness

ealth experts recommend that we get 30 minutes of moderate physical activity five times a week. To achieve this, look no further than something you’ve been doing since you were a toddler - walking!

Walking has been described as “the nearest activity to perfect exercise” and offers a host of health benefits, including a reduction in the risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, colon and breast cancer, Alzheimer’s and stroke.

In addition, walking conditions all the muscles of the lower body, particularly those in the bottom and thighs, and US psychologists also claim that regularly spending time outdoors can help stave off anxiety and depression.

Walking can, quite literally, be done anywhere but if tramping the streets or countryside alone is not your idea of fun, why not join a walking group near you?

They are a great way to make new friends and meet like-minded people in a sociable and safe environment.

The Ramblers is Britain’s walking charity, with around 500 groups throughout the British Isles. Most groups are organised geographically, but there are some that specialise in shorter, easier, or familyfriendly walks, and others that cater for specific age groups - for example people in their 20s, 30s or 40s. Walks are run weekly and are generally led by a trained leader. The cost of annual membership is £32 or £3 per month.

up and register on the day. A list of events can be found on their website www.bwf-ivv. org.uk along with a list of walking groups around the country. The British Walking Federation offers individual membership at £8 per year, which entitles members to a calendar of events, newsletters and discounts on entry fees to permanent BWF trails.

If you like walking but fancy something a little different, why not give Nordic Walking a try? Originally designed to help crosscountry skiers train during the summer months, this method of walking is suitable for all ages, experience and fitness levels, and involves the use of specially designed poles to give you a full body work out that tones the arms, legs, stomach, chest and back, in addition to the legs.

Using the poles puts less pressure on the joints as the work is shared between different parts of the body. The only equipment needed to start Nordic Walking is a good pair of shoes and comfortable clothing. Poles are provided within the class fee price of £5-£6 for around an hour.

For more information visit www. britishnordicwalking.org.uk or www.nordicwalking.co.uk.

The British Walking Federation organises walking events for people of all ages and abilities, to encourage personal fitness through regular non-competitive exercise.

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Protecting Pets From The Sun

ven in a ‘British Summer,’ the sun’s rays can be harmful to our pets as well as to ourselves.

We’ve all become wiser about applying sunscreen and thinking about the effects of UV rays, but now we need to apply this to our pets too.

Pets just like humans, can get sunburn if out in the sun for too long. In the longer term, exposure can trigger squamous cell carcinoma - a form of cancer. Most at risk are hairless varieties and white animals There are many products now available to help you protect your pet. These include sunscreens, special wipes, sunblock and soothing after-sun lotion. Always use products specifically designed for pets as human ones often contain salicylates, which may prove toxic.

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There is also a range of clothing products from hats and sun visors, through to sun suits like those made for children.

If your pet will be in a vehicle, it is advisable to fit sun screens. When you are out and about, protect your pet by using umbrellas and sun shades or the shade of a tree.

Products can be found in pet stores, online and at your vets.

Try to avoid your pet being out in the midday sun, and always ensure your pet is well hydrated in hot weather.

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Easy Access Bathroom Design

here are more bathroom designs for the T elderly and disabled than ever before.

Home builders are incorporating long-term stay options by crafting homes with wider doors, different levels of counter surfaces in both the kitchen and the bath, and deeper steps. Whether you are retro-fitting your existing bathroom, or building a new one, take some steps to create a universal design that can suit any homeowner.

Design is the concept of creating a space that can be used by anyone, including seniors and those with disabilities. These bathrooms incorporate several aspects of Universal design that can be used for both the elderly and disabled individuals.  Retro-fitting refers to making minor changes to an existing space. For example a toilet can be modified with an extender that raises it height, making it more accessible for seniors that have difficulty lowering themselves, or for those transferring to wheelchairs.

Grab bars installed beside the toilet make transferring and lowering easier, while the flush valve of the toilet is placed at a height that can be reached without bending. Another good idea is a mosaic floor, mosaics are less slippery than larger tiles because the many grout lines create traction underfoot.  An accessible shower can be used for rollin, walk-in and transfer situations. A bench can fold up to make additional space for wheelchairs, while a smooth, curbless shower floor presents no obstacle to entry.

Several points to consider include:

• Low threshold in the shower making a smaller barrier to entry • Two grab bars in the shower help steady the user and assist in preventing falls • The showerhead can be disengaged from the wall for flexibility in use • The wide shower door will accommodate a wheelchair or walker • A wide turning radius in the center of the bathroom allows for freedom of movement by a walker or wheelchair user • Additional lighting in the shower area keeps the space well-lit • Different heights of countertop allow the user to sit while using the sink and vanity area

Having an accessible bathroom does not mean designing it to look straight out of a hospital room. Depending upon the user’s needs, it is possible to create fresh, modern bathroom designs that are also accessible, and featuring several components of Universal design.

The time and effort put into designing and implementing these safety measures can potentially save you quite a bit of stress and risk.

Following these guidelines and the advice of professionals will help you to create a safe enviornment, and design an ideal bathroom that is functional for anyone.

A grab bar assists in transferring from a wheelchair to the shower seat, or lowering from a standing to a seated position.

The shower valve can be installed at a height that can be reached from a seated or standing position, while the showerhead is attached to a sliding bar.

The shower head can be positioned and fixed at any height, or removed from the bar for easy accessibility.  A senior-friendly bathroom incorporates many tenets of Universal design.

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dwinstowe based Sharpline Decorators has achieved two highly prestigious awards recently. In April the company were awarded the much sort after Investors In People accreditation. The company directors have worked tirelessly in achieving this accolade and Operations Director Brian Walker is very proud of the achievement. “We realise that investing in good people who work together with common goals is our most important asset,” commented Brian. “We are a family orientated company and we endeavour to create job opportunities for local people and we currently employ 21 fully qualified decorators & 2 Apprentices. We are seeking to increase this number in the near future”

To underline the success of Sharpline, one of the apprentices, Stefan Hubble, won first place in the East Midlands regional heats of SkillBuild 2014. These awards are aimed at finding Britain’s best trainee tradesperson, 102 students from 20 colleges compete in a range of craft-based challenges including bricklaying, carpentry, joinery, plastering, painting and decorating.

Stefan was placed first in the new entrant category for painting and decorating. Well done Stefan, great to see local talent doing us all proud!

doors needed repainting which was no small task; the doors are 15 metres high and 60 metres long. The work was carried out in the middle of a very cold winter but was completed to everyone’s satisfaction.

Sharpline understand that peoples lives are busy and timing is important to their clients.

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Stags Roundup

ith the World cup well and truly W underway, my attention has momentarily (well for a month or so…)

switched to that. With the football league due to start on the 9th of August, the World Cup has kept my brain ticking over for what would have been a dry couple of months without football.

The most anticipated football spectacle surely has lived up to its prestigious name. Goals flying in left, right and centre… Van Persies for example; in my eyes a contender for goal of the tournament. However, these late kick offs seem to be disrupting my sleep pattern just a little. But, who would want to miss Iran v Nigeria?

On to more important news, Mansfield have enhanced their attacking options with the arrivals of Liam Hearn and Alex Fisher to the ranks - both looking very impressive

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signings. Hearn especially with a goal average of one every two games, that’s as long as we keep him fit! The defence has also received a boost with the familiar face of Luke Jones, part of our Championship winning side during the 2012/2013 season. He can also score a few himself!

The only major negative coming out of the Mill this week is that long term servant Alan Marriott has decided to turn down a new offer. Even due to our inconsistency last season he still managed to keep a fairly impressive 15 clean sheets. I’m sure many Stags fans will agree they will miss the prolific shot stopper. But the question is who will replace Marriott between the sticks for the up and coming season?

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Travelling With Kids

eep family holidays K a trouble-free, happy experience by following

Keep Healthy

Pack plenty for kids to do during long, tedious journeys. A device loaded with apps is nice and compact, but also consider hand held puzzles, colouring books, plasticine, puppets, stickers, reading books and cards.

Young children often get ill on holiday. Keep bugs at bay by having a supply of antibacterial wipes to clean restaurant tables, cutlery and toilet seats and hand sanitiser for when there are no washing facilities nearby. A basic first aid kit is also a must! Pack pain killers or an easy to swallow medicine like Calpol, along with antiseptic wipes, plasters, antihistamines and a thermometer.

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Keep Memories

Use a child locator if you are visiting busy airports or crowded tourist attractions. Your child wears a small unit strapped to a belt or shoe and you keep the transmitter. If you lose your child, set off the alarm and follow the sound to find them. For older kids, write your mobile phone number on their arm.

Give smaller children a robust, childfriendly camera to record what’s important and interesting to them, and encourage older kids to keep a travel journal on postcards by writing messages to themselves - they make great memories for adulthood! Happy Holidays!

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Get Real

few years ago every new mum used A disposable nappies. These days we are all more environmentally aware but many of us still balk at the idea of ‘real’ nappies.

But real nappies save money and help preserve the planet which our babies will inherit. So what is available?

Flat nappies - These can be terry squares or pre-folds which are, as the name suggests, pre-folded for convenience. A bit bulky side and less leak-proof than other systems but cheap so good if you want to be ecofriendly but are on a budget. They do need a waterproof cover.

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absorption at night. You can buy them in cute colours with waterproof covers to match.

All-in-ones – These have a waterproof layer built in. They are the most expensive system but very convenient. You can also get pocket systems which are similar but allow you to separate out the various bits of the nappy for washing purposes.

Smelly nappy pails are a thing of the past. Most systems are now designed for washing every other day and are stored in a sealed dry pail in a laundry bag ready for dumping into the washing machine.

And there are even nappy laundry services available. Dirty nappies are collected from your doorstep and clean, fresh ones left in their place. There has never been a better time to get real and help the planet.

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