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The Magic of Indoor Plants

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The Western Barn Owl

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A Caring Community for those affected by Cancer

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The Furry Genius

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1918 - What a Year

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Silverleaf Milkplum

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Beginners Guide to Running

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The Magic of Indoor Plants generally making you a happier, healthier person.

•• Plants add colour and instantly transform all rooms in the home.

Life is a Garden

•• Plants can be moved very easily – allowing flexibility for a quick transformation.

•• Create your own ‘look’ – there is n fixed ‘right or wrong’ (i.e. Opt for a single stylish pot plant or group thr or more plants together).

Our Top 5 Indoor plant trends for July

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inter is a great time to focus your ‘gardening’ attention inside your home (where it’s warmer!) and consciously relook indoor plants.

The term ‘indoor plants’ typically refers to predominantly green, foliage plants.

Most are perennial, meaning they’ll last for several years and the diversity and range is extensive. Indoor plants vary from the small desk or décor plants to medium sized foliage options typically found on tables, right through to large, free-standing plants.

The purpose of all these plants is primarily to beautify your home.

Herewith a few GREAT reasons to add green to your home this winter!

•• Plants add life and energy to homes, bringing elements of nature inside.

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•• Indoor plants are good for you! They purify the air – removing toxins and

1. Indoor plants for healthier homes – ferns (eg Asplenium nidus), Peace Lilies (Spathiphyllum), Ficu species, Bamboo and Sanseveria have been proven to improve air quality. Add ‘green’ purifiers to all the rooms in your home.

Plants purify the air by absorbing air particles, while concurrently absorbing carbon dioxide. These particles and carbon dioxide are then converted to, and released by the plants, into the atmosphere as oxygen, through the process of photosynthesis.

2. Spathiphyllum and Monstera deliciosa feature hugely in the ‘botanicals’ trend – popular for reception and living room areas

3. Choose a flowering pot plant inste of cut-flowers for guest rooms an girls bedrooms (also long-lasting décor). Winter favourites include Cyclamen and Azaleas. In summe some options include Calla-lilies, Anthuriums and Begonia elatior.

4. Large palms and specimen plants replace the need for unnecessary furniture and clutter.

5. Potted herbs are ideal for kitchen windowsills.

Caring for indoor plants during winter Plant growth, in general, slows down during the cooler months. As such, it is important to reduce the watering frequency – many indoor plants do not like ‘wet feet’.

no a Plant positioning may need to change in ree the cold. Plants next to large windows will be cooler than plants in the middle of the room. Also be aware of plants positioned close to heaters and fireplaces. The cold dry air (especially in Gauteng) can be improved with humidifiers – or simply mist plants more frequently with a spray bottle. us Keep plants healthy with regular feeding.

Use plant food monthly or add to your misting solution for a quick, easy ‘2-in-1’ solution! A second feeding option is an easy to use ‘pill/stick’ type fertiliser that can be stuck into the pot plant in the soil, to help with a slow release of nutrients.

Visit your local GCA garden centre for the best option for you. e Dust accumulates quickly – especially f on leaves that are wide and large. Use a damp cloth to wipe clean and you’ll be amazed at the instant transformation.

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Western Barn Owl

Barn owl, Ghost owl / Nonnetjie-uil

With its ghostly appearance, spine-chilling shrieks and habit of roosting in abandoned buildings, the Western Barn Owl has earned itself the nickname ‘ghost owl’. This mystical creature is the most widely distributed bird species in the world and it has been incorporated into folklore, with superstitions being passed from generation to generation.

Western Barn Owls are medium-sized, measuring 30–33 cm in length, with long wings and a short, squarish tail. Females (weighing around 365 g) are slightly smaller than males, which weigh up to 410 g, but both sexes are similar in plumage colouration. The upper body is golden brown, vermiculated (marked with sinuous or wavy lines) with grey, and spotted black and white. The white, heart-shaped facial disk is contrasted by small, brown to black eyes and a beak that varies from a pale pink to a brownish horn.

Underparts are white, with fine brown spots, which make the bird look ghost-like in flight.

Legs are greyish-brown and are densely covered with feathers.

Flight is the main form of locomotion used by barn owls. They fly by moving their wings

up and down, which thrusts them into the air and propel them forward. Western Barn Owls are adapted to silent flight – comb-like structures at the edges of the wings, called serrations, play a vital role in air-flow control and noise-reduction.

Western Barn Owls communicate by using a complex variety of sounds, with the most common being an eerie ‘schreeeee’ screech, usually made while in flight. During courtship, a loud hissing scream with a marked shaking or quivering effect is given in flight. A low wailing and purring sound is also used to attract the female.

When there is a predator lurking in their midst, a warning scream is used to denote fear and warn

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others. A mobbing note might also be made, which symbolises a combination of fear and anger towards the predator. A defensive hiss is made with an open bill to intimidate and frighten the predator.

Chicks make ‘sib-sib’ sounds when begging for food from their parent upon their return from hunting. This sound is also made when siblings are fighting over food and it is called ‘sibling negotiation’.

Barn owls have a cosmopolitan distribution, however, they are not found in Antarctica and on many islands. In addition, they do not occur in parts of the West Indies, Indonesia and New Zealand. Barn owls are seldom found at extreme northern altitudes. In South Africa, the Western Barn Owl occurs throughout the country.

This species prefers open areas such as grasslands, wooded savannas and deserts.

They inhabit tree cavities, fissures in cliff, and man-made structures (such as mine shafts and abandoned buildings) and their nests are created on the floors of these structures from regurgitated pellets.

Western Barn Owls are nocturnal predators.

They habitually start hunting after sunset and return to the roosting site before sunrise.

The bird hunts by flying slowly over objects that might obscure prey and uses trees and high structures as a look-out to scan for prey. Their feather-structure promotes silent flight. They also have a great low-light vision and they are able to localise sound with extreme accuracy. The facial disk is used to channel sound to their ear holes located beneath feathers on each side of their face.

The difference in the total sound intensity detected by the two ears is used to determine the elevation of the sound source and this enables the bird to catch its prey.

Western Barn Owls feed mainly on small rodents such as hares, rats, mice and shrews (and they are therefore an excellent, environmentally friendly form of pest control), as well as on small birds, insects, lizards, frogs and termites The prey is usually swallowed whole and indigestible material such as bones and fur are regurgitated in the form of a pellet.

Western Barn Owls are monogamous and territorial in nature; breeding pairs are solitary nesters. They mate for life, except if one of the pair dies off. The male and female may roost separately outside the breeding season. When the breeding season approaches, the pair moves back to the area that they selected for the nest to roost. The same nest/roost site is often used repeatedly over years. Copulation begins with courtship, which starts from August to December in the Western Cape and from February to May in other parts of South Africa.

Courtship starts with the female flying in circles around an area that the pairs established as a roosting site. The male will fly behind the female emitting high-pitched sounds. Courtship usually takes place for 30 to 120 minutes and copulation takes place on high perches within in the breeding site.

Females are able to lay up to 13 eggs, and one egg is laid every two days. Eggs are incubated by the female for 29 to 34 days and they hatch in the same sequence in which they were laid.

During the incubation period, the male goes hunting and brings food for the female and the extra food is piled up next to her to ensure that there is enough food for the chicks after hatching. Once the eggs have hatched, both partners are responsible for feeding their chicks. Within a week after their arrival, the chicks are able to hold their heads up and

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move around the nest. Fledging (flying) begins after 45 to 55 days, when the chicks are as big as their parents. Once the chicks become adept flyers, parents terminate postfledging dependency by reducing the amount of food given to them.

and can cause ill-health to their human neighbours through some zoonotic diseases of which rodents are carriers. Western Barn Owls are predators of rats and mice, and they play an important role in preventing famine and epidemics of zoonotic diseases.

Western Barn Owls are birds-of-prey and usually feed on small mammals; however, they occasionally feed on other birds, lizards and amphibians. Nestlings and eggs are sometimes preyed on by snakes or other birds-of-prey. Their main enemy is humans, who put out poisoned bait for rodents and if an owl happens to eat a poisoned rodent, it may eventually die of secondary poisoning.

Throughout history, Western Barn Owls have been associated with superstitious beliefs.

They are thought to symbolise death, bring bad luck to humans, and they have been allied to witchcraft. It is believed that when a Western Barn Owl is seen perching on the roof of a house, a family member will pass on the next day.

Western Barn Owls have evolved mechanisms that enable them to survive predation. When a predator is lurking nearby, these birds start hissing loudly to scare the predator away. The predator becomes confused by the noise that the owls make and mistakes it for another animal. Western Barn Owls also survive predation through tonic immobility, where the bird lies still and pretends to be dead. The predator loses interest and walks away.

The ability of Western Barn Owls to survive predation has been linked to the size of the spots on the plumage of the birds. Bird with large spots has been found to be better at frightening predators, faking their death, and are more resistant to parasites than those with small spots. Chicks raised by heavily spotted females are less prone to parasite attacks than those raised by lightly spotted females. Males select to form monogamous relationships with heavily spotted females so that they can pass on genes that make their offspring more fecund in nature.

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Rats and mice are notorious for destroying agricultural crops

These birds are also believed not to be natural birds, but creatures created by witches and wizards to bring bad omens at night. Seeing a Western Barn Owl crossing the street while driving is thought to indicate that something terrible is about to happen.

Superstitions and prejudice towards Western Barn Owls have led to the senseless and cruel killing of these birds. They have also been brutally killed for the noise they make, to protect cats, and for trophy hunting.

However, farmers, as well as more enlightened city dwellers, hold these magnificent birds in high regard, because they primarily feed on rats, mice and birds, hence protecting the farmer’s crops. People nowadays even install owl boxes on their farms or in their suburban gardens to encourage these birds to nest there – since Western Barn Owls reuse nesting sites year after year, the lucky homeowner who gets a breeding pair to live on his property has free pest control for life! Western Barn Owls are furthermore important for the bioremediation of rat-infested areas such as slumps and dumping sites.

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Benefits of Joining a CANSA Support Group A Sense of Belonging Referral to Support Services Positive Outlook

Access to Information Knowledge of Patient Rights #CANSASupportGroups #CANSACares

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A Caring Community for those Affected by Cancer

The Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA)

commemorated International Cancer Survivors’ Day, on Sunday, 3 June 2018. While CANSA supports Survivors throughout the year, the day was a special opportunity to acknowledge cancer patients (living with, living through and living beyond cancer) for their courage and determination in fighting cancer.

patients interact with others who have a real understanding of their life experience, and mutual sharing of coping strategies,” adds Strauss. #CANSASupportGroups #CANSACares

Portia Ntuli, Survivor, says, “What I’ve seen so far in this group is that we share each other’s pain. Most people including friends and family don’t understand that cancer is an illness like any other, because you mention cancer and everybody you thought was your friend disappears. Colleagues Gerda Strauss, CANSA’s Head of Service shy away from you as if you have a death Delivery states, “Cancer Survivors need to sentence. Therefore the cancer Champs be supported and encouraged throughout their cancer journey: dealing with the shock are the family we need when we need to be lifted up, or just to vent our fears.” of diagnosis and sharing this with loved ones and also coping with short and longSurvivors Invited to Start a CANSA Support term side effects of treatment. The day is Group also an occasion to inspire hope, that cancer can be beaten, and to remind Survivors that CANSA invites Survivors to inspire fellow Survivors in their own community, by they are not alone.” contacting a local CANSA Care Centre Cancer impacts all facets of a Survivor’s http://www.cansa.org.za/cansa-carelife, including social interaction, centres-contact-details/ and with the relationships and perception of performance staff’s assistance, to start a local CANSA in the workplace. There are also financial support group. Survivors need a caring, implications to deal with. The collective supportive community, where their needs experience can be so difficult. can be addressed, and to improve their quality of life.

Local CANSA Support Groups “That’s why CANSA recognises the importance of support groups for Survivors that offer a caring community, and we encourage them to join a local CANSA Support Group http://www.cansa.org.za/ cancer-counselling/ or CANSA’s online support groups http://www.cansa.org.za/ cansas-online-support-resources/. Here

Facebook CANSA Support Groups Patients may not always be able to participate in a face-to-face support group, due to transport or health-related issues. CANSA provides support groups on Facebook with facilitators that give information to members, or refer them for support as required.

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• Facebook Group: CANSA Survivors - Champions of Hope – for Cancer Survivors (patients) and loved ones https://www.facebook.com/groups/ ChampionsofHope/ • Facebook Group: CANSA Caring for the Caregivers - for caregivers of cancer Survivors (patients) https://www.facebook.com/groups/ CANSACaregivers/ • Facebook Group: CANSA-TLC for children & parents affected by cancer https://www.facebook.com/ groups/77500050173/ Cheryl de Wit, a Survivor on the ‘Champions of Hope’ Facebook support group says: “Let’s just say that this group isn’t just a support group, we’re a family to each other. We voice our fears about treatment or check-ups. We can say that we’re feeling down or angry or broken inside. We can rejoice about getting the all clear after another check-up. We can grieve together when another warrior has received their ‘angel wings’. Here we all have voices that get heard. And nobody has got an issue that is too small or too big. We are here for each other and we understand.”

Benefits of Joining a Support Group Survivors may be fearful of sharing how they truly feel, as they fear misunderstanding and rejection. However, there are clear benefits to joining support groups, whether face-to-face or online that make it worth the risk. These include fostering a sense of belonging, having access to information, referral to support services, knowledge of patient rights and a positive outlook.

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Participating in a support group helps those battling depression and isolation, as they are regularly encouraged and may feel motivated to keep on with treatment, for example, despite difficulties. Knowing that they are not alone and that others are fighting alongside them, helps Survivors to have a more positive attitude, even in the face of uncertainty.

CANSA supports survivors through its research projects, some of which seek to improve aspects of quality of life for cancer survivors.

CANSA also provides an iSurvivor online Support Programme http://www.isurvivor. co.za/ to guide cancer Survivors (anyone who has heard the words ‘you have cancer’) along their journey and help them cope better (weekly emails).

Strauss concludes, “And we offer a CancerCare Coping Kit programme on CD or booklet http://www.cansa.org.za/ cancercare-coping-kit/ that help newly diagnosed patients and loved ones cope with a cancer diagnosis.

Visit www.cansa.org.za, or contact the nearest CANSA Care Centre, call CANSA toll-free 0800 22 66 22 or email: info@ cansa.org.za. CANSA offers multi-lingual support on WhatsApp: 0721979305 for English and Afrikaans and 0718673530 for Xhosa, Zulu, Sotho and Siswati.

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The Furry Genius Quite simply, the Border Collie is a dynamo. His personality is characteristically alert, energetic, hardworking, and smart. He learns quickly — so quickly that it’s sometimes difficult to keep him challenged. This breed likes to be busy. In fact, he must be busy or he becomes bored, which leads to annoying behaviours, such as barking, digging, or chasing cars. He’s not a dog to lie quietly on the front porch while you sip a glass of lemonade; he thrives on activity. Remember, he was bred to run and work all day herding sheep. The Border Collie is also renowned for being highly sensitive to his handler’s every cue, from a whistle to a hand signal to a raised eyebrow. Of course, the Border Collie isn’t perfect. He can be strongminded and independent, and his compulsion to herd can become misdirected. In the absence of sheep, or some kind of job, he is apt to gather and chase children, cars, or pets. He can also become fearful or shy if he isn’t properly socialized as a puppy. Puppy classes and plenty of exposure to a variety of people, places, and things help the sensitive Border Collie gain confidence.

Modern border collies can trace their lineage back to one dog.

Old Hemp (born in 1893) is widely considered to be the progenitor of the border collie. Unlike other dogs of his kind, his herding method was quieter and less aggressive.

Despite having a softer technique,

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his method got results and impressed breeders. Old Hemp became a stud dog and fathered over 200 pups.

Romans brought sheepdogs to Great Britain.

The Roman Empire was the first civilization to master the art of raising and herding sheep. They brought sheep and

shepherds over to the British Isles, where they established a wool industry. Many of the sheepdogs the Romans brought to Britain couldn’t hack it in the cold weather, so the Celtics began breeding their own.

These new dogs were smaller and agiler than their predecessors; they were called collies after the ancient Celtic word Colley, meaning useful or faithful.

any bad habits, such as barking, nipping, or whining—behaviours many border collies default to when they are bored.

Train them young and make sure they are focused on the task at hand, as their attention tends to wander.

Dogs are pretty smart as a species in general, but no breed can beat the border collie in intelligence. The bright pooches were bred to be independent problem solvers capable of solving complex tasks.

Border collies can move swiftly in a catlike, crouched position, thanks to a space between the tops of the shoulder blades, which lets the dogs slither by while staying low to the ground. This technique lets them herd animals with extreme precision.

Collies are the ultimate herding dogs.

Herding dogs like border collies have been specially bred to chase and organize Their name comes from the region in animals. This modified predatory which they flourished. behaviour incorporates the beginning of Border collies get their name because the hunt (stalking, crouching, nipping), they were initially bred on the border but without the killing. Border collies of Scotland and England. It is believed make particularly good herders thanks that James Reid, the secretary of the to their independence and intelligence.

International Sheepdog Society, coined the The need to herd is so deeply ingrained name while describing the dogs in letters in these dogs, that some modern owners to colleagues. actually rent sheep for their pets to corral.

They’re furry geniuses.

Crouching is a technique.

But that doesn’t mean training them is easy.

Because these dogs are so smart, it Watch out for “the eye.” means they pick up on everything and learn very quickly. This means you need to Another trick up the border collie sleeve train them right away before they develop is the “the eye.” This intense stare

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intimidates the livestock and helps the dogs herd and control the animals. You may catch your dog giving you this look when you have something delicious in your hand.

One has a big vocabulary.

Chaser the border collie is often called the smartest dog in the world. She has been working with John Pilley, a professor of psychology, to learn an impressive number of English words since she was two months old. Chaser first learned that specific toys had different names when she was just five months.

Since then, Chaser has slowly amassed an arsenal of words and has the cognition and development of a toddler.

The clever pooch shows off her smarts by bringing specific items when asked. Even more impressive, she understands that items have a unique proper name (like Franklin), and then a more general common noun name (like toy).

She knows the proper noun names of her 1000 unique toys.

Another holds a more unusual world record A talented border collie named Striker holds the record for Fastest Car Window Opened by a Dog. The canine rolled down the non-electric car window in 11.34 seconds.

Staying active is a must.

Don’t expect to lay around the house with this dog. The smarter the breed, the easier it is for it to get bored when left with no stimulation. Border collies are working dogs and enjoy having tasks to keep them busy throughout the day; the high-energy dog needs to redirect its spunk or else it will misbehave.

Height: 45cm to 55cm tall at the shoulder Weight: 13 to 20kg Life Span:12 to 15 years

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1918 – WHAT A YEAR!

Seeds that were planted in 1918 grew to be giants!

Spanish Flu, war and extreme poverty in our country at the time. And today, 100 years later, this seed has also grown to be a giant in child protection.

In a recent opinion piece in Beeld (18 June 2018), Prof Johannes Froneman wrote about businesses established in 1918 that became giants in the economy.

He referred to Sanlam, AVBOB and other institutions that were established in 1918 and that are now major role players in our economy. Not to forget former president Nelson Mandela, who was also born in 1918 and we all know what impact he had on the world.

Child Welfare Tshwane celebrated its 100th year of service to the community on 13 June and on the occasion, the Director, Ms Linda Nell, looked back at the history of the Organisation. She shared some highlights like the fact that land was acquired in Groenkloof in 1950 and the Bramley Child and Youth Care Centre was completed in 1960. Today this Centre provides residential care to 49 children between the ages of 5 and 18. Here again we can refer to seeds as the seeds of love, independent living and self-love are sown in these young people’s lives – hopefully, they too will grow to be giants in the community!

And so, Child Welfare Tshwane – those days known as “Kindersorg” was established in 1918, by a group of concerned citizens. They joined hands to establish a society to care for vulnerable and orphaned children that were left alone due to the

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Child Welfare Tshwane places children that have been abandoned or orphaned

and that are up for adoption, in loving homes since 1931. Isn’t that also an example of seed being sown in families with love to give which will help young people grow up to be contributing and caring members of our community?

But at the occasion Ms Nell also looked into her crystal ball. As someone with experience in child protection and welfare spanning over a few decades, she has certainly seen and heard most of the stories, if not all. The future for charitable organisations will certainly hold further financial challenges with rising cost of labour, living standards on the increase and food and fuel prices hiking constantly.

Contributing to this challenge is the fact the portions of the cake are getting thinner as more and more organisation dependant on financial support from resources other than government funding.

The needs of the community will also keep growing as more children are born to families that cannot afford the financial implications of raising a family. Supportive family structures are also diminished, and women are often left alone with the child or children causing them to take the cruel decision to rather abandon the children, in the hope that someone will find them and provide shelter and care. The challenges remain the same but have intensified and develop into multi-dimensional problems in families.

Therefore, it will in the future be even more important for the community to be involved and become that village that helps raise the child. Programmes like the Rata Bana Pele initiative of Child Welfare Tshwane is aimed at training and equipping the community to assist with the monitoring of the welfare of its children.

Through this system, the community

becomes the auxiliary social worker who visits the homes, documents the children and ensures that help is available long before it becomes a crisis.

“It is my dream that Child Welfare Tshwane will become the Organisation that will bridge the gap between what children need and deserve and what is actually happening in society where children are left on their own, there is no strong family bond and children’s education is not considered important enough because of a history of illiteracy in the family,” says Nell. “The joy of seeing the breakthrough when a child connects the dots and realise they can read and they understand the power that this skill provides them is absolutely priceless”.

For this reason, the Organisation also operate informal crèches in the community where children from poorer families receive meals and basic education to master fine and gross motor skills, basic numeracy and other requirements to get them ready to go to school. We also try to preserve the family or extended family to provide a haven for children.

“We sow seeds every day. We provide love and care; support and guidance and we hope that these seeds will fall in an arable land so that it will grow and make tomorrow brighter. Hopefully, at the end of this next century for our Organisation, someone will look back as say how wonderful – they grew giants!”, says Nell.

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These trees occur from the through KwaZulu-Natal and populations in Mpumalanga Africa. It occurs in forest, p often in groves. In the unde below the mistbelt, in mixed

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plant, a tree that offers edible owers.

to large evergreen tree. The rown. The stem is straight ng branches have dense alternate or spiralled, crowded ey are leathery, glossy greyish he under surface is densely and often tinged with brown, ghtly folded upward along the argin is slightly wavy. Flowers 5mm long, without stalks, r 3 in the axils of the leaves. aped, berry.

Eastern Cape northwards d Swaziland, with isolated a, eastern Zimbabwe and East particularly in subtropical areas, erstorey of dry riverine forest d evergreen forest, ravine

forest, coastal forest, often in groves, at forest margins, in clearings and in the Afromontane forest.

The name is derived from, Englerophytum meaning Engler’s tree, after Prof. H.G.A. Engler [1844-1930], a German botanist and renowned authority on African plants; natalense from Natal, now KwaZulu-Natal (KZN).

This plant provides food for the larvae of butterflies. Fruits are eaten by people, monkeys and birds and sunbirds feed on the flowers.

This is an attractive garden plant. The timber is of a good quality, strong and durable; it is used for hut building and is suitable for fencing poles, implement handles, milking buckets and general carpentry. The Milkplum is a good shade and container plant.

As a garden species, this is an ideal small tree that will grow in partial to deep shade. It will not take any frost and is fairly slow-growing. However, the slowness must not discourage you from using this species. A 4m tall tree can begin fruiting after about its sixth season. As a landscape feature use this species in groves or as a single accent specimen. Seed cleaned of its flesh will germinate fairly quickly in about two to three weeks after sowing. Pot them up into their own individual growing bags and wait for a few years. The plants respond well to feed and will grow well if given enough water, heat and food.

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Running Have you ever heard the saying “I have never seen a runner smile while they are running”? This is most people’s mentality when presented with the opportunity to take a long jog. The burning of your lungs and legs often leads to people swearing they will never run again. But running can bring a feeling of accomplishment and joy second to none. So if you’re hoping to embark on the beautiful journey that is becoming a runner, we’ve outlined some of our top tips.

A perspective change: The first step to starting your running journey is changing your perspective. That burn you feel in your lungs and legs? That means you’re alive! What a blessing it is to be able to feel the invigorating feeling of being alive. The good news is that the serious discomfort only lasts a little while until your body starts to adapt. As humans, we adapt to any stress placed on our body, which is also one of the main reasons we have stayed alive! The new distance you are pursuing will only be new and difficult until your body adapts to it, and then that becomes your warmup before the real challenge. What a great way to be alive!

slow you are going. Another aspect which is more physiologically orientated is that you need to keep your heart rate steady while you are running. As soon as you spike your heart rate too high, you will start producing lactic acid, which will be completely detrimental to your run and you will most likely not be able to go much further. Running at 60% of your maximum heart rate (for example, with a max HR of 200bpm you should run at an HR of 120bpm) is a good measure. This will keep you encouraged and eventually allow you to run further with less effort.

Become involved in a community that loves running.

From novices to ten-time Comrades The principle of slow and steady: runners, we all need each other. Step The second step is adopting the quality number 3 is surrounding yourself with of patience. Most people have the like-minded people. They can share perception that if you cannot keep up invaluable tips which can prevent you with the car next to you, your running from making painful mistakes. They also quest is useless. One thing to remember: offer up support and encouragement. you are running against yourself. Nobody Another thing to remember is that even knows your journey so they cannot the most experienced runner had to look at you and comment on how start from zero-zero knowledge, zero

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By Nicola Janse van Rensburg

Beginners Guide to

experience.

Experiment Find time to play with your runs. Do you enjoy running the full 3km or do you prefer to run 2 minutes and walk 30 seconds? Do you run for 3 lamp posts and then walk for 2 lamp posts? Do you Iike to run with music playing and with all the smart gadgets and cell phone apps to track your runs? Do you prefer running on the road, treadmills or trails? Do you like to run early in the morning before or after breakfast? Or are you more of a dusk runner before dinner? Over time you will realize what works for you, and in this process, there may be a horrible run because you tried something that didn’t work for you. However, a bad run is better than no run. Even after that bad run, you still learnt something about

yourself and can eliminate that option from your running routine.

And lastly, do a running race.

The atmosphere, the crowd, the spirit, the adrenaline‌that is what running is about. You find a stranger on the way and by the end, you are thick buddies.

You may never see each other again, but for that race, you meet someone new and interesting. You pushed your limits and conquered some fears. As soon as that running bug bites, there is no looking back...because who wants to run backwards anyway?

We hope this has been helpful and wish you all the best with your running journey! The best miles of your life is right in front of you, just don’t stop moving forward.

July in your garden

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It will be cold and dry in some regions and cold and (hopefully) wet in others, but winter can never be boring if we dip into our treasure chest of saucy succulents and splendid shrubs which are dressed in their best right now. So, let’s plant lots more!

Life is a Garden

Melt the ice with these hot sellers Winter-flowering aloes like the trusty Krantz aloe (Aloe arborescens) grows from sea level to the highest mountain tops and sets winter gardens alight with its bright orange-red flowers. Birds and bees adore the nectar-rich blooms too.

If you want to choose a very dramatic plant for a large container, choose the sculptural and very striking Tree aloe (Aloidendron barbarae). This aloe is a perfect focal plant for the garden as well but, needs space to grow in as it can reach a height of 15m. Expect pink flowers in winter. There are plentiful and pretty new aloe hybrids of all sizes to choose from as well. Enhance your aloe collection with other types of succulents like crassulas, kalanchoes and sedums, which are equally pretty now, even if not in flower. Their foliage colours intensify and with their strong structural forms, it is hard to ignore them in a winter garden.

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Bird Business

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Part 29

By: Johan Jordaan

Judgement

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ost Christians that I speak to are afraid of judgement. I once read a book written by a doctor who saw many people die and he said that generally, Christians did not die any easier than nonChristians. Now how is that possible?

I think that it has to do with religion. When we live under the system of religion where behaviour, law-abiding, ‘good deeds’ and involvement in the church is stressed and emphasised then we are never sure if we have done enough. John Sheasby says that his own mother asked him just before she died if he thinks that she had done enough.

Her husband and son were both pastors!

But what does the Bible say about this? I could stop right here and refer you to the chapter about righteousness because that is our passport into heaven but let us rather see what the Bible has to say about the concept of judgement. We cannot consider all the relevant texts but we will look at the New Covenantal view of judgement.

Firstly we must realise that Jesus taught much about judgement and mostly under the Old Covenant: Matt 7:2 For by the standard you judge you will

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be judged, and the measure you use will be the measure you receive. (NET) If that was true today we were all doomed. But fortunately it is not – it was true for the Jews and even they could get redemption through an offering. So don’t be condemned by this verse.

The next thing we need to know is that the Father does not judge; it is Jesus: John 5:22 Furthermore, the Father does not judge anyone, but has assigned all judgment to the Son (NET). And when Jesus says ‘the son’ that includes us! Note that the Father judges no one.

Now look at the next verse: John 12:47 If anyone hears my words and does not obey them, I do not judge him. For I have not come to judge the world, but to save the world. (NET) This is amazing – Jesus does not judge either! One would think that He would say that He will be harsh on disobedience, but no, He is gracious. So the Father does not judge and Jesus does not judge either! Why are we so afraid of judgement then?

John 16:8 And when he comes, he will prove the world wrong concerning sin

and righteousness and judgment – 9 concerning sin, because they do not believe in me; 10 concerning righteousness, because I am going to the Father and you will see me no longer; 11 and concerning judgment, because the ruler of this world has been condemned. (NET) These very misunderstood words of Jesus explain three things: 1 The Holy Spirit convinces non-believers of their sin of unbelief, 2 He convinces believers of our righteousness and 3 that Satan has already been judged – not that we will be judged or the world will be judged, no that Satan is already judged.

John gives us the basis for judgement: John 3:19 Now this is the basis for judging: that the light has come into the world and people loved the darkness rather than the light because their deeds were evil. (NET) We love the Light though, and therefore are exempt from all judgement. This surely is good news.

Let’s look at more texts about judgement: John 3:18 The one who believes in him is not condemned. The one who does not believe has been condemned already because he has not believed in the name of the one and only Son of God. (NET) The ultimate condemnation (judgement) is reserved for Satan and those who do not believe in Jesus because they side with Satan against Jesus.

Rom 8:1 There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. (NET) Again Paul shows us that we who are in Christ will never be judged.

How can we still doubt? (Note that some, mostly earlier Bibles add the words ‘who do not walk in the flesh but in the spirit’. That cannot be true because that would mean that it is Jesus plus – and we know that it is Jesus and Jesus alone. It would make the New Covenant conditional.)

I included this section because so many Christians doubt their salvation. What I

have shown here is that there is only one requirement – believe in Jesus and you will not be judged. This is such a comfort for us as believers.

In conclusion: 1John 4:17 By this love is perfected with us, so that we may have confidence in the day of judgment because just as Jesus is, so also are we in this world. 18 There is no fear in love, but perfect love drives out fear because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears punishment has not been perfected in love. 19 We love because he loved us first.

(NET) You should read this from verse 15.

Here John assures us of ‘our confidence in the day of judgement’. He shows us that if we realise how much God loves us, we will not fear. Love drives out fear. That is why the New Covenantal principle concerning love is: realise how much God loves you; that sets you free from fear – also fear of judgement.

I Hope that for many people this will come as a real comfort – to know that they are not judged. We can and must have complete confidence in the day of judgement. How we lived our lives is not mentioned once in all these texts but rather how we believe. The New Covenant is so much better than the one it replaced. It remains only good news.

Write to me, engage me and I will try to answer any questions that you might have.

Email: featzmags@gmail.com Subject: Grace

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Environmental

Disposable Items You Should Stop Buying Have you ever considered how many items you buy as part of your monthly grocery shop that simply ends up being thrown away? Below we look at a few such items and make some suggestions of better options that are more environmentally friendly.

Paper Towels

of people and hence, are among the list of These towels are a danger to problematic waste products realized globally.

They might be compostable and can decay the environment in a myriad but they reduce the level of environmental of ways. The presence of purity. In order to live a minimalist paper towels means that lifestyle with zero waste, individuals should there is a lot of disposal of the towels once they are used adopt the stainless turkey lacers to act as since they cannot be reused. substitutes. This is boosted by the fact that they can be wash and reused.

Moreover, the manufacture of paper towels leads to the emission of Wrapping Paper dangerous fumes to the environment, These are easily which also enhances deterioration of the environment. For this reason, it necessitates susceptible to disposal the need to use reusable and washable cloth since once they fulfil their job of wrapping goods, towels to live with zero waste. Old clothes then they have fully done that are not in use can equally be used as their role. In order to save substitutes for paper towels. the environment from paper wrappings, there Toothpicks should be less purchase These are essential items and can of them and more reusing easily be disregarded as of those available until such a time that they disposable items. In fact, cannot be used anymore. When that time toothpicks are small and comes, substitutes such as old newspapers used by a large number can be used.

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Cotton Balls

Cotton is a crop that takes a lot of time, water and pesticides to produce.

After their processing, it is sad that the balls are used only once and cannot be reused. In other words, they are thrown away as trash after every use. For this reason, it warrants a minimum purchase and the perfect substitute for this is the use of face towels since they can be washed and reused.

Napkins and Facial Tissues

There is a lot of waste realized from the use of tissues. The reason for this is that they are widely used and disposed of. The purchase of these should be stopped and the purchase of handkerchiefs encouraged since they have the same uses and can be reused after washing.

Bamboo Skewers

There is a contrast in this.

These should be eco-friendly, which they are. Nevertheless, they pose a greater threat since they can only be put to use once before disposal. To avoid an excess of this, then there is need to have in possession a metal skewer, which means that it is reusable.

Newspapers

There are various types of newspapers by different media services produced on a daily or weekly

basis. As a result, the practice poses a great threat as they are read and then discarded.

The move to use them for wrappings does not help much since they are also discarded. People should seek to have online subscriptions, which are efficient and do not involve disposal.

Plastic wraps

Plastic wraps are used to preserve as well as serve food.

As much as it is effective, it has augmented pollution and the use of PVC in its manufacture brings forth even worse effects on the environment. Its purchase should be stopped and a cheaper option for the reusable food wraps such as beeswax adopted.

Hair Spray

This is a secondary item that people can live without but still use. The purchase of hair sprays should be dissuaded completely because it contains a lot of chemicals which are toxic to both the environment and to humans.

The solution is for people to opt for natural sprays which they can make themselves. It will ensure a minimalist and zero waste life.

Aluminium Foil

This type of foil is made in a way that it is easy to wash and thus can be reused. Nonetheless, this is not the case since there have been numerous instances of bits of the foil found as waste. Moreover, the metal, aluminium, is harmful to a human’s health and can leach through the foil. People should

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reduce buying the aluminium foil and instead opt They are used to carry any item be it from for reusable food containers. the local store, the farm market or from a

Cleaning Products There is a lot of toxicity in these items which are harmful to the environment both as finished products and during manufacture in their respective factories. As such, they should be avoided at all costs and the homemade manufacture of baking soda be encouraged. This cuts off waste from cleaning products by 100%.

Kitchen Sponge The kitchen sponge is among the kitchen utilities with a very short work life.

For starters, it is attributed to the fact that the sponge cannot be recycled. As a result, it can only be used until it starts to tear. After that, it is disposed of and ends up filling the earth. To avoid this, it is encouraged that people should prefer using dishcloths since they are cheaper and can be washed.

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Plastic Bags These are a huge nuisance to the environment. They are the biggest polluters and pose huge risks to the survival of humans and aquatic life.

travel. Embracing plastic-free living is the ultimate way of addressing the problem.

Cotton Ear Buds

The harm that these items cause is more than the good. The buds can cause permanent ear damage since they are not meant for the cleaning of the ears.

Furthermore, the wax in the ears is protective and only the excess that forms should be cleaned and this should be done with a bathing towel.

Magazines

These offer a great level of enjoyment but only for a limited time. Once a new issue is out, the old one is discarded and disposed to the landfill.

Avoiding the purchase of magazines offers an impressive option since one can always borrow from the library where several issues can be read without them being discarded.

E-magazines are a great option as well.

Plastic Toothbrush

It is recommended that a toothbrush should be used for at least 3 months.

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plastic toothbrushes consequently adding to the landfill. To avoid this, the use of compostable bamboo toothbrushes should be encouraged.

Paper Plates

These are mostly used during events and occasions but they are thrown away immediately after use.

Consequently, it has led to an increase in the waste that is found in the landfill. The use of glass plates is a great alternative since they can be washed, are reusable, and they last longer than paper plates.

Facial Wipes

This is a new type of napkin but it purposefully made for cleaning the face. The fact that it is made for the face means that it cannot be reused. In addition, after use, they can only be discarded. In consequence of this, normal procedures for cleaning faces should apply. That is, normal washing of the face using water and a face cloth that is washable/reusable.

By: Elzette Struwig

Can a ketogenic diet really aid those suffering from epilepsy?

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diet that can help to prevent seizures and improve quality of life, sounds to good to be true. But, the ketogenic diet (KD) offers a lot of potential, not only for weight loss aspects but also for medical conditions such as epilepsy, cancer, chronic inflammatory disorders etc. The KD is a high fat, adequate protein and low carbohydrate diet. The hallmark of the KD is the production of ketone bodies by the liver which becomes the brain’s primary source of energy. The KD has been applied in individuals with refractory or also known as drug-resistant epilepsy since the 1920s. The diet was discovered by the observation of decreased seizure frequency during episodes of fasting.

In 1921, Dr. Wilder at Mayo clinic suggested the KD for the long-term management of epilepsy. In terms of this suggestion, it was stated that the benefits of fasting could be recreated through the implementation of a KD. Additionally, the KD could be sustained for a much longer period as it compensates for the clear

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disadvantages associated with a prolonged period of fasting.

The use of the diet was restricted to very young children and strictly impaired individuals as it was considered a last resort therapy, due to its severe dietary restrictions, unpalatability and limited access to ketogenic diet centres. Nevertheless, currently, the KD is a well-established nonpharmacologic treatment for childhood refractory epilepsy.

Today, there are established KD clinics worldwide with dietitians trained and experienced in the KD. But the question remains: when should someone be referred to such a clinic or dietitian, to initiate the KD? It is recommended to implement the KD after two trials of anti-seizure medication has failed to alleviate the frequency and/or the severity of seizures [1].

Initial anti-seizure drug (as standalone therapy) control seizures in approximately half of patients with newly diagnosed epilepsy

[2]. The remaining half of the patients, normally those suffering from drug-resistant/ refractory/intractable epilepsy, may benefit from the KD. Systemic reviews of KD therapies in children with refractory epilepsy suggest that 33 - 56% of children achieve ≼50% seizure reduction and approximately 16% achieve seizure freedom [3]. Keep in mind that the KD is the treatment of choice for GLUT1 deficiency syndrome and pyruvate dehydrogenase deficiency (PDHD), which are two distinct disorders of brain energy metabolism [4].

used, but recently, it has appeared that the medium chain triglyceride (MCT) diet is more effective and palatable [4]. This is primarily as a result of the unique metabolism of MCT oils and the higher ketone yield per gram as MCT oils bypass normal absorptive pathways and as such are metabolized faster [4]. The increased ketogenic potential results in the patients having lower dietary fat demands, thereby allowing for a greater intake of protein and carbohydrates which are associated with increased compliance [4].

Some KD therapies, for example, the classical KD, may be too restrictive for adults suffering from refractory epilepsy and for those refusing pharmacological treatment, and is associated with decreased compliance.

However, with the development of less restrictive diets such as the Modified Atkins Diet (MAD), Medium-Chain Triglyceride (MCT) Diet, and the Low Glycaemic Index Treatment (LGIT), the diet is associated with increased compliance in adults [5]. Therefore, the KD can be used safely in the adult and adolescent population, with a response rate similar to those seen in children [6].

The KD is characterized by ratios between total fats and the sum of the carbohydrates and proteins. The ratio is calculated based on the total grams of fat to the total grams of protein and carbohydrates combined. Up until recently, the 4:1 ratio or also known as the classical KD (CKD) has been the most commonly used therapeutic ratio.

Traditionally, the long chain triglyceride (LCT) diet was

The modified Atkins or modified ketogenic diet (MAD/MKD) has a ratio of 2:1. These diets are less restrictive, compared to the CKD and are most likely to be used in infants, adolescents, and adults.

The LGIT relates to a ratio of approximately 1:1 compared to the CKD, with emphasis on the consumption of low

glycaemic index (GI) foods (GI of <50), as well as a low glycaemic load. The LGIT is not normally recommended in those suffering from refractory epilepsy, as the diet does allow for a greater intake of carbohydrates, however, the LGIT is a healthier option for those wanting to follow a KD for weight loss. Reason being, the LGIT still allows for an intake of fruits, vegetables and high-fibre foods.

Therefore, the LGIT is rarely associated with vitamin or mineral deficiencies, constipation, nausea or other side effects that may be associated with a strict CKD. The KD and variants thereof has shown promising results in those (from infancy to adulthood) suffering from refractory epilepsy and should be recommended by medical professionals after two trials of anti-seizure medication has proven to be unsuccessful. The KD should be monitored by an experienced medical professional in order to encourage the benefits and prevent the side effects. In practice I have life changing results when the KD is applied in individuals with epilepsy. From children who can live and grow up without the challenges associated with frequent seizures and even adults who can finally get a driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s licence because

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their seizures are properly controlled. The KD is considered to be both a medical therapy, requiring medical supervision, as well as a dietary option for healthy individuals.

4. Kossoff EH, Zupec-Kania BA, Amark PE, Ballaban-Gil KR, Bergqvist AGC, Blackford R, Bchhalter JR. Optimal clinical management of children receiving the ketogenic diet: Recommendations of the International Ketogenic Diet Study Group.

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1. Sharma S, Jain P. The ketogenic diet and other dietary treatments for refractory epilepsy in children. Ann Indian Acad Neurol. 2014; 17(3): 253â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 258.

5. Cervenka MC, Henry BJ, Felton EA, Pattona K, Kossoff EH. Establishing an Adult Epilepsy Diet Center: Experience, efficacy and challenges. Epilepsy and Behavior. 2016: 58; 61-68.

2. Kossoff EH, Henry BJ, Cervenka MC. Transitioning pediatric patients receiving ketogenic diets for epilepsy into adulthood. Seizure. 2013: 22; 487-489.

6. Nei M, Ngo L, Sirven JI, Sperling MR. Ketogenic diet in adolescents and adults with epilepsy. Seizure. 2014: 23; 439442.

3. Schoeler NE, Cross JH. Ketogenic dietary therapies in adults with epilepsy: a practical guide. Pract. Neurol. 2016: 16; 208-214.

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Fantasy Of Flight Fantasy of Flight is an aviation-related attraction in Polk City, Florida, United States that takes visitors back to the pioneering days of early flight, World War I, World War II and beyond.

The attraction opened in November 1995, and houses the world’s largest private aircraft collection on display. It became the new home for much of owner Kermit Weeks’ collection of aircraft that were previously housed at the Weeks Air Museum in Tamiami, Florida and were damaged to varying degrees by Hurricane Andrew in 1992. On April 6, 2014, the attraction was closed to the public, though is still being maintained and is available for private events. On January 30, 2015, Fantasy of Flight opened a scaled-down museum attraction to display some of their aircraft to the public in the interim while the rest of the facility is upgraded and planned to reopen sometime between 2017 and 2020.

Fantasy of Flight s the only attraction in the world to offer daily aerial demonstrations (weather permitting) of aircraft in its collection. Most of Weeks’ aircraft are airworthy and may still be seen flying from one of the facility’s grass runways or its seaplane runway. Fantasy of Flight fields more airworthy aircraft than the air forces of Austria, Cuba, Denmark, Kuwait, Portugal or South Africa. It also fields more airworthy fixed-wing aircraft than either the Royal Navy or the Indian Navy.

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aircraft including an ori a huge amount of WW2 Mustangs, a B24 Libera collection list just goes www.fantasyofflight.co aircraft and helicopters

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This amazing collection boasts with over 150 aircraft Weeks inherited oil and civilian and military planes including rare originals as well as reproductions of historic aircraft, such as the Spirit of St. him with the funds, cap preservation of historic Louis. flight of the restored air These aircraft are in various forms, either waiting to be airworthy aircraft in his restored, undergoing the restoration process or completely on YouTube for updates restored to immaculate flying condition. The collection acquired and of course ranges from the days of early flight with a 1909 Herring-Curtis pusher to a large collection of WW1

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The Ragamuffin is known for his docile nature. He loves to be held like a baby and will completely relax into your arms.

Life Span:12 to 16 years If you are wondering if the Ragamuffin is related to the Ragdoll, the answer is yes. Some breeders wanted to introduce new colours and patterns while others thought it was important to widen the breed’s gene pool. Because the breeding of Ragdolls was strictly controlled by that breed’s founder, Ann Baker, a new group formed to create its own breed. They outcrossed to Persians, Himalayans and domestic longhaired cats, to increase the size and to bring about other changes in appearance that would differentiate the Ragamuffin from the Ragdoll. The name Ragamuffin was chosen in part as a homage to the founding breed.

Cat associations that recognize the Ragamuffin are the United Feline Organization—the first to do so—the American Cat Fanciers Association, the American Association of Cat Enthusiasts, and the Cat Fanciers Federation. The Ragamuffin most recently gained full

recognition from the Cat Fanciers Association, in February 2011.

Like his cousin the Ragdoll, the Ragamuffin is a huggable lug who wants nothing more than to follow his people around and sit in a lap whenever possible. A nice combination of sweet and smart, he is often described as puppy like for his friendly personality and willingness to play fetch, learn tricks and walk on a leash. He greets visitors warmly and would meet you at the door with a martini if only he had opposable thumbs.

The Ragamuffin is known for his docile nature. He loves to be held like a baby and will completely relax into your arms. Ragamuffins like to play but are good about limiting their attention to their toys and scratching posts, not your furniture. It is rare to non-existent for them to lay a claw on a person.

This is a mellow cat but one who craves attention. Don’t get a Ragamuffin if you will have to leave him alone for many hours every day.

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Remembering

“The Father of Alaska Bush Flying”

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istory always has a place for the men and women who open up frontiers. Explorers, settlers and adventurers, these early pioneering souls tread paths that countless millions will follow down the line. In the 19th century, the American West was opened by pioneers who blazed trails with horse and wagon. And in the 20th century, it was airmen who opened the Alaskan wilderness. Held aloft by aircraft that were little more than wire and fabric, these men would tame the frozen north and join isolated communities. First and foremost, among them is Noel Wien.

Moving to Alaska in his mid-twenties, Wien would dedicate the remainder of his life to providing air transport to the state, breaking records and establishing commercial routes as a matter of course. He was the first to Fly from Fairbanks to Seattle. He would venture beyond the Arctic Circle and across the Bering Strait. And he would join East and West with the first commercial flight between Alaska and Asia. All of these feats would earn him fame and epithets aplenty. He soon racked up nicknames such as “the Lindy of the North” and “The father of Alaska bush flying.” It is for these accomplishments and others that he would win an eternal place in the aviation hall of fame. But to Wien, flying was a serious business. He was no glory hound. To him, it was all in a day’s work.

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PRETORIA HIGH The PHSG Mermaid Selected for SA Open Water Squad Congratulations to Stephanie Houtman (Grade 10), for her selection to the Swimming South Africa Open Water Squad for 2018/2019. Stephanie was selected to the Elite Youth squad for her 10km results at the SA Open Water National Championships in March. She will attend a Swimming South Africa training camp in Durban during the first week of the June/July holiday.

We are very proud of Stephanie’s achievement and wish her well at the camp.

First Stop Florida En Route to Hollywood Fame

Basketball Girls Shine Olerato Kgotle was selected for the South African U15 Basketball Squad and Palesa Lenken made the South African U16 Basketball Squad.

Competition is fierce for these sought after placements. Palesa will be competing in France in July and Olerato will be representing South Africa in Botswana from 7 to 16 December 2018. Well done on making these teams. We are extremely proud of you both!

Opportunity Abounds for Musical Prodigy Congratulations yet again to Catherine Stiff (Grade 9) who was selected to perform as a staff member during the faculty concerts presented by the University of Stellenbosch during the Stellenbosch International Chamber Music Festival 2018 in July. One of the pieces is a South African premiere.

Meagan Picton (Grade 11) was selected to represent South Africa at the Applause Rising Talent Showcase (ARTS) in Orlando, Florida from 20 to 29 July. In July 2017 she auditioned for the International Arts Talent Showcase (IATS) and was accepted to participate in the IATS in October 2017.

The IATS is a showcase that finds young South African talent to represent South Africa at the ARTS. Once in Florida, Meagan will have a chance to showcase her acting talents in front of international talent scouts. As an aspiring actress, this is a big stepping stone in her career.

Northerns Hockey 2018 Congratulations to the girls who made a Northerns hockey team. Thank you for all your hard work and dedication. Girls’ High is very proud and we wish you all the best for your tournaments ahead.

U14A – Akhiwe Busakwe U16A – Chelsea Adams, Bonolo Moabi, Zoë Gurschl U16B – Chantelle Van Tonder U18B – Tristan Crawford (pulled up to U18A)

SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Volleyball The Volleyball girls competed in the St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tournament on 9 June. Two teams entered and held the schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name high. The U14 Team came 1st in the U14 division. The U19 team came 2nd after a gruelling final.

MUN Girls Visit the Thabo Mbeki Foundation On Saturday 16 June 2018, 3 of our Model UN girls were invited to a book launch hosted by the Thabo Mbeki Foundation.

It was held to commemorate the events of the Soweto Uprising as well as to celebrate the life and leadership of former President Thabo Mbeki. Tshegofatso Matlou, Malengete Ngoatje and Bonolo Moikanyane proudly represented our school and engaged in discussions about the difference and similarities between the movements of the 1960s, 1970s and current youth. These topics were discussed with other youth, African leaders and ambassadors. It was truly a great experience and a great privilege to meet the legend himself.

Pic: PHSG Headgirl, Tshegofatso Matlou, proudly stands next to former President Thabo Mbeki, with Malengete Ngoatje (right) and Bonolo Moikanyane (far right)

test 5 and 7th in Performance Riding level 3.

Luca Bailey came 3rd in Dressage Rider Special Test Novice.

Equestrian 4th Qualifier Congratulations to the following riders for their superb results at the 4th Qualifier held on 9 and 10 June.

Emma van Schie came 1st in Working Riding level 3, 5th in the Dressage Junior Novice level 3, 7th in the Dressage Junior Novice

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Savannah Thompson came 9th in the Prix Caprilli Novice, 19th in the Dressage Junior Novice test 5 and 21st in the Dressage Junior Novice level

Francesca Bithrey came 22nd in the Dressage Junior Novice level 3 and 16th in the Dressage Junior Novice test 5.

and 3rd in Working Riding level 1.

Simeone Snyman came 10th in the Jumping 80cm 2-phase and 13th in the Jumping 80cm Competition.

Nadia Pentz came 18th in the Jumping 80cm 2-phase and 10th in the Jumping 80cm Competition.

Jenna Victor came 13th in the Jumping 90cm 2-phase and 11th in the Jumping 90cm Competition.

Courtney Robbeson came 10th in Jumping 100cm 2-phase and received 3rd place in Working Hunting 90cm.

Caylynne van der Westhuizen came Well done on an excellent set of results!

1st in Performance Riding level 1

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By Fleur Dilettante Thursday, 21 June, was one of those balmy, winter days for which the Northerners want to kill! From early on the sun beat down comfortingly on our backs, allowing us to forget the fact that it was winter solstice. Everyone was excited by the wonderful music pouring from great big speakers. Much dancing and singing and cheering and running happened.

The glorious day was fittingly won by the sunniest Houses: Van Zyl (the Athletics trophy) and Clarendon who clapped and shouted and sang their way to the Spirit trophy.

There are girls who seemed to be on the track the whole day; running every distance and jumping high and far, too!

However, the stadium at Seunshoër erupted with the annual unusual races: the Boarders versus Day Girls (with North Lodge beating the other two teams); the matric very slow jog for a last, last time and then, the Matric team versus the Olympic Teacher side and the Cheesy Teacher side. To great fanfare the teams took to the field and it was clear from the outset, that the Olympic Teacher side meant business! The Matric team had to contend also with the Cheesy Teacher side which seemed to comprise of many more than the traditional four runners.

Indeed, the Olympic side delivered a momentous victory, with the Matric side just never able to catch up. It was the Cheesy Teacher side who stole the show with a race which included skipping (with and without ropes), some running forward and back, a little nap and eventually a flourishing, albeit super slow conclusion with their very own wand (in the place of a baton).

These are the days we will remember forever!

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Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again Comedy, Musical

A return to the magical Greek island of Kalokairi, ten years later, showing how relationships were forged in the past, and resonate in the present, all lived to the songs of ABBA.

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The Unpredictability of Being Human Linni Ingemundsen

“If I got to be God for one day, I’d like to say I’d end world hunger and create world peace. But I wouldn’t. Because if God could fix the big stuff, he’d have done it already. “

Malin knows she can’t fix the big stuff in her life. Instead, she watches from the sidelines, as her dad yells, her brother lies and her mum falls apart. At least after she meets Hanna she has a friend to help her. Because being Malin is complicated –learning how to kiss, what to wear to prom, and what to do when you upset the prettiest, meanest girl in school. It’s tough fitting in when you’re different. But what if it’s the world that’s weird, not you?

A beautiful, funny and honest coming-of-age story that never pretends life is perfect.

Publisher” Penguin Random House

ssion: Impossible - Fallout Adventure, Action

unt and his IMF team, along with miliar allies, are in a race against after a mission gone wrong.

lease Date: 27 July 2018

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Butternut Soup Nothing beats the winter chill like a steaming bowl of butternut soup. It’s easy to make and always a family favourite in our house on cold days. Not to mention that it’s a great lunch the next day if you have any leftover’s that is.

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2 tbsp. butter

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1 large potato

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1 large onion

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4½ cups chicken stock

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salt

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Directions 1. In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter. Add potato and onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is translucent, about 8 minutes.

Add chicken stock and bring to a boil. Add the butternut, cover, reduce heat to low, and cook until the potato and butternut is tender, 10 to 15 minutes.

2. Using a blender, purée mixture until smooth return to the pot. Stir in the cream and nutmeg and heat thoroughly. Season with salt and pepper, if desired. Serve hot with your favourite soup bread.

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Movies Unleashed and undercover. The unlikely pairing of a human detective and his canine partner, who has to go undercover at the world’s most exclusive dog show to solve his biggest case yet. Release Date: 06 July 2018

What to read...

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Middle School: Dog Diaries James Patterson Oh boy, oh boy, oh boy! I’ve been waiting for ages to tell my story, and now it’s finally happening! Being Rafe’s dog isn’t always easy, but it is always EXCITING! I’ve got so much to tell you about: The amazing Catch-A-DoggyBone kennel my favourite places for hiding snacks and my ultimate nemesis –THE VACUUM CLEANER! All the most important parts of a dog’s life.

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Publisher: Pengui

After heroically defeating both the Snow Queen and the Snow King, Gerda still cannot find peace. Her dream is to find her parents, who were taken away by the North Wind, and finally, reunite the family. Gerda and her friends start out on a difficult journey to find her parents, and they encounter new challenges along the way. When they discover an ancient magical artefact of the trolls, the Stone of Fire and Ice, things start going offplan. Will Gerda be able to tame the mighty forces of the magical elements and get her family back?

Release Date: 27 July 2018

in Random House

The House with Chicken Legs Sophie Anderson Marinka dreams of a normal life, where her house stays in one place long enough for her to make friends. But her house has chicken legs and moves on without warning.

Marinkaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grandmother is Baba Yaga, who guides spirits between this world and the next. Marinka longs to change her destiny and sets out to break free from her grandmotherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s footsteps, but her house has other ideas...

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The magic of home-grown vegetables

Life is a Garden

Spend the holidays in the garden making an easy-harvest potato planter There is nothing more rewarding than eating crops you’ve produced in your own backyard. The holidays are the perfect opportunity to teach your children the delight of growing their own vegetables. It’s time to get the kids out of the house and into the garden. There’s no better way to spend the school holidays than out in the fresh air.

Growing your own veggies is a great way to introduce your little ones to the magic of gardening. They can watch the process unfold in front of their eyes - from planting to harvesting to the dinner table delicious veg on demand. Potatoes are a good vegetable to start with.

What kid doesn’t love chips? With this easy-harvest potato planter, you and your children will be growing your own potatoes in no time.

What you will need - Two medium plastic terracotta pots - A craft knife - A ruler - A pencil - Some potting mix

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- One or two potatoes which have ‘eyes’ (a little sprout or two)

Let’s get started Step 1: It’s time to make your easy-harvest potato planter. The first step is to take one of the pots and, using the ruler and pencil, mark three areas along the side of the pot to be cut out. Make sure to leave a 5cm edge at the top and bottom of your pot.

Step 2: The next step is a bit tricky. Parents, it’s best if you assist your kids with this one.

Use the craft knife to cut out the 3 marked panels of your pot.

Step 3: After all the panels have been removed, place your cut out pot into the other one. This pot should still be completely whole. Get your child to place some potting mix in the bottom.

Step 4: Now it’s time for your little one to plant their potato. Add the potato to the soil in the pot and then cover it with a little more potting mix. Your child should then water it thoroughly.

Step 5: Now for the magic - WATCH IT GROW! This is the easy part, let the potato do the work. Leave your potato planter in the sun and water it well every few days. As the plant grows, your child can add more potting mix, covering the stem and leaves.

Step 6: Give the plant around two months to grow. After two months you can lift out the inner pot and harvest a potato! Wow! Turn the potato into chips and enjoy. (Don’t forget to plant another one).

For more information on bringing Life to your Garden, visit our website www.lifeisagarden.co.za or join the conversation on our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/ lifeisagardensa.

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Books

The Death of Mrs Westaway

Meet Me at the Museum

Cat Among the Pigeons

Ruth Ware

Anne Youngson

David Muirhead

When Harriet Westaway Sometimes it takes a stranger Here’s another batch of David receives an unexpected letter to really know who you are.

Muirhead’s unrespectable telling her she’s inherited When Tina Hopgood writes a creatures, following his a substantial bequest from letter of regret to a man she successful earlier volume of her Cornish grandmother, it has never met, she doesn’t hilarious animal accounts, The seems like the answer to her expect a reply. When Anders Bedside Ark. It offers a wealth prayers. She owes money to a Larsen, a lonely museum of accurate information on loan shark and the threats are curator, answers it, nor does each of the profiled creatures getting increasingly aggressive: he. They’re both searching while revealing their softer she needs to get her hands for something; they just don’t sides and the near-human on some cash fast. There’s know it yet. Anders has lost frailties from which they just one problem: Hal’s real his wife, along with his hopes suffer –and temptations for grandparents died more than and dreams for the future. Tina which they fall. Delightful, 20 years ago. The letter has is trapped in a marriage she humorous pen-and-ink been sent to the wrong person. doesn’t remember choosing. sketches accompany many of But Hal knows that the coldthe stories. Muirhead’s mix of Slowly their correspondence reading techniques she’s humour, mythology, anecdotal blossoms as they bare their honed as a seaside fortune tales and folklore builds quirky souls to each other with stories teller could help her con her and captivating portraits of of joy, anguish and discovery. way to getting the money. If each animal and makes for a But then Tina’s letters suddenly anyone has the skills to turn light-hearted, funny –as well as cease, and Anders is thrown up at a stranger’s funeral and illuminating –read. into despair. claim a bequest they’re not This new anthology, offering Can their unexpected entitled to, it’s her. Hal makes a something different from the friendship survive? choice that will change her life standard collection of animal forever. But once she embarks CVs, will appeal to anyone on her deception, there is no interested in humorous writing going back. She must keep and the natural world, no going or risk losing everything, matter their age (from teen to even her life… adult) or level of knowledge.

Publisher: Penguin Random House

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Birthday’ 1st July 1977 – Liv Tyler She is an active supporter of the charitable United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and she was appointed as a Goodwill Ambassador for the United States in 2003.

8th July 1958 – Kevin Bacon In 2010, J&D Foods commissioned a larger-than-life-size bust of Bacon made out of bacon. Auctioned off for charity, it was named Bacon Kevin Bacon.

9th July 1956 – Tom Hanks Perhaps Hanks’ most famous role is the titular simpleton from the 1994 smash hit Forrest Gump. In the film, Forrest inspires us by running across America, spurred on by the icon phrase “Run, Forrest, Run.” But did

you know that Hanks himself is not a huge fan of running?

10th July 1980 – Jessica Simpson She loves vintage cars, reading out loud, hiking and other outdoorsy stuff.

12th July 1989 – Phoebe Tonkin This Australian beauty wanted to become a fireman, instead, she grew up dancing studied everything from classical ballet to hip-hop from the age of four and in 2005 she won the state championship for her magnificent performance in A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

18th July 1980 – Kristen Bell While attending New York University, she briefly dated Glee star, Matthew Morrison. She once broke both her

’s in July wrists while playing in a roller hockey 23rd July 1965 – Saul game.

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22nd July 1992 – Selena Gomez

Yes, we know, you have no idea who Saul Hudson is – well actually noone calls him that any more – we This young star has her own mean Slash. He is star struck by the production company, her own clothing Muppets and an avid reader who line and she was an ambassador for prefers staying at home to the LA UNICEF but our favourite Selena fact nightlife and believe it or not, he says is that she has 6 rescue dogs, this he considers cutting his hair every shows how big of a heart she really summer! has.

23rd July 1982 – Paul Wesley Paul Wesley doesn’t just act as a supernatural creature; he believes in them too. The actor once recounted how he saw a ghost when he as a child.

July Facts

1. The birthstone for July is the Ruby.

2. The zodiac signs for July are Cancer (June 21 - July 22) and Leo (July 23 - August 22) 3. The birth flower for July is the water lily.

4. The month of July was named after Julius Caesar.

8. On July 2, 1881, President James Garfield was killed by Charles Guiteau.

9. The 38th President of the United States, Gerald R. Ford, was born on July 1, 1913.

10. The first atomic bomb was set off by scientists in Alamogordo, New Mexico on July 16, 1945.

5. On July 1, 1867, the Dominion of 11. No month ends on the same Canada was established due to day of the week as July unless the British North America Act. it is a leap year when January 6. On July 1, 1898, the San Juan does so.

Hill was occupied by the 12. Seven US presidents have died American troops during the in July, which is more than any Spanish-American War. other month.

7. During World War I on July 1, 1916, the Battle of Somme began.

July’s Unique and Bizarre Days Follow us on Facebook for more on these wacky days 2nd July – World UFO Day

17th July – World Emoji Day

3rd July – Stay out of the Sun Day

18th July – Hot Dog Day

4th July – Country Music Day

19th July – Daiquiri Day

5th July – Work-a-holics Day

20th July – Moon Day

6th July – Fried Chicken Day

23rd July – Vanilla Ice Cream Day

9th July – Sugar Cookie Day

24th July – Tequila Day

10th July – Teddy Bear Picnic Day

25th July – Threading the Needle Day

11th July – Cheer up the Lonely Day

26th July – Aunt and Uncle Day

12th July – Pecan Pie Day

30th July – Father-in-Law Day

13th July – Embrace Your Geekness Day

31st July – Mutt’s Day

16th July – Fresh Spinach Day

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