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The July/August holidays usually brings a sense of relief. For some it's the opportunity to take that long needed break to spend with family and friends. For others it may be the ease up of the traffic on mornings and afternoons. However you spend your time make it sure itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always good. Here's how to start. In this week's special issue we packed useful information on vacation planning, great holiday destinations, special tips and beauty se-

crets to help you prepare your vacation. Do look out for more interesting facts and reviews in our upcoming issues. As a special treat, see inside a special Hand Arnold cookbook filled with recipes to help you make your meals happy and healthy. Happy Sunday! Lisa Jessamy Associate Editor Special Publications Unit

Nikki Crosby, St. Mary's Children's Home Manager Ms. Patricia Ms. Patricia Martin, Manager of the St. Mary's Children's Home receives 30 donated tickets from Sundae Fest Event Martin and Crystal Alvarez and Kenyon Champion of the Sundae Fest team having an Ice-screaming good time! Manager Kenyon Champion

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Do you just wake up one morning and decide to go on a vacation? No! Going on a proper vacation takes a lot of planning and if you want to enjoy a stress free vacation then you should do a lot of financial planning. So what are the benefits of planning in advance? Well, you can really get bargains not only on tickets and accommodation but even on vacation loans. Taking a loan to go on a vacation helps you to pay back smaller amounts each month without feeling the pinch. Also, some banks offer very low interest rates on vacation loans. You should also set up a budget. Sit with your family or vacation buddy and decide how much money you need to cover your basic expenses. Then, put aside a little for meals, souvenirs and unexpected costs. For this reason, it is best to walk with your credit cards. These handy plastic buddies offer a lot of benefits especially when travelling. Most importantly, you want to be safe

when vacationing. Carrying credit cards allow for greater safety as opposed to carrying large amounts cash. They are also quite convenient and can be used for almost anything on your vacation from paying for accommodation to renting a car or even purchasing your tickets. Shopping and even eating at all those fancy restaurants can all be paid for with this simple card. In addition, it helps you to keep track of your purchases. The greatest aspect of a credit card is that it offers rewards; something that cash will not. You can get points or even money back each time you use your plastic buddy. So you always get great returns when you use your credit. Another thing to keep in mind when plan-

ning your vacation is that you should be flexible. If you spend more money at a five-star hotel then you should visit less expensive restaurants or if you wish to rent a car then you should limit your shopping. Also, it is important to do your research on packages and deals before you make any purchase. Sometimes, tour companies offer great all-inclusive deals. If you don’t plan on eating at the hotel and you just want a place to rest your head while you explore the country then you may not need an all-inclusive package and you may find a better deal online. Whatever you do remember to plan, think of your safety, walk with credit cards and small amounts of cash and enjoy your vacation to the max!

The creative minds that are hosting the first ever Ice Cream Festival in Trinidad and Tobago, treated the children of the St. Mary’s Children’s Home in Tacarigua to a sweet taste of what is to come at Sundae Fest on July 21st. The collaborative effort of My Team Events and the Cayenne Company held the Official Launch of the deliciously delightful event concept at the St. Mary’s Children’s Home on Wednesday 12th June. The children had fun to their hearts delight as they were treated to B’s Homemade Ice Cream and fun activities including a bungee trampoline.Marble Slab Creamery, Mama’s Homemade Ice Cream and B&M Homemade Ice Cream also donated ice cream to the home. “The launch was also an outlet for us to unveil our ‘Lick for Charity’ initiative where we’ll be treating 30 kids from the St. Mary’sto an all-inclusive day of fun games, activities and of course ice cream at Sundae Fest!” explained Kenyon Champion Event Manager of My Team Events. Sundae Fest has also pledged to make a monetary donation of part of the proceeds from the event to assist in the running of the activities of the home. “We don’t want it to stop there” Kenyon added “We are encouraging corporate T&T to get involved and sponsor a Children’s Home like we have. This is one of those unique and rare experiences that every child should be able to enjoy.” Manager of the St. Mary’s Home Ms. Patricia Martin expressed her gratitude Sundae Fest will feature 11 local and international brands including: Cold Stone Creamery, Mama’s Homemade Ice Cream, Blue Bunny, Flavorite Supreme Ice Cream, B’s Homemade Ice Cream, Marble Slab Creamery, Original Dairy Bar, B&M Homemade Ice Cream, Mercer’s Wine Ice Cream, Island Naturals Home Style Ice Cream and Yogurt Land. For more information on Sundae Fest and where you can get tickets, visit www.sundaefest.com or search for the event on facebook keyword Sundae Fest.

to the Sundae Fest team, “I just want to say thank you very much for including the St. Mary’s home in this initiative. I’m really pleased because ice cream reminds children of the good times, that is one of the reasons why I said yes to this initiative, because our children have had so many unpleasant things happen to them and this Ice Cream Festival will help to create pleasant memories.” The added surprise at the launch was the introduction of Nikki Crosby as an official

event partner. With vast expertise with children’s events including Nikkiland, Nikki Crosby was keen to join the Sundae Fest team to ensure that all the boys, girls and families have a great time at Sundae Fest. She describes the concept of Sundae Fest as “Nikkiland in different flavours”. She also made the point that it was important that sponsors continue to support events that encourage positive outlets for children and their fam-

ilies. Sponsors of Sundae Fest currently include Mario’s Pizza, Sunshine Snacks, KC Candy,Chiefeez and Dixee. Crystal Alvarez one of the event coordinators for the event expressed her delight with working with Nikki Crosby “We are all definitely excited to have Nikki on board, we know that her experience, passion and love for children will take the event to the next level and help us to ensure that Sundae Fest will forever be etched in the memories of all who attend!”

There's no place quite like the Dominican Republic: located in the heart of the Caribbean. That’s because its history is the result of an unlikely mixture of influences; nowhere else will you find a blending of European, African, and native Taíno India. Spanish is the official language of the Dominican Republic. However, you'll be surprised how many hotel and tourist destination employees speak English, French, German and Italian. With its miles of white Sandy Beaches, Punta Cana is the very picture of leisure. Here you can find the perfect resort to fit the VACATON OF YOUR DREAMS: The beaches here are simply perfect: calm, warm waters that gently lap at stretches of fine white sand. Thrill yourself with a zip-line adventure, clap along with tradi-

tional Dominican music at a cultural performance, or explore the magical lagoons of the Indigenous Eyes Ecological Park. Punta Cana is among the best golf destinations in the world, several of the courses have been designed by professional golfers, making for the perfect sort of kicked-back challenge that you want on a golfing vacation. From family vacations to championship golf courses, to romance or luxurious relaxation, you'll find everything you need in Punta Cana. Let Amral’s Travel make that dream come thru and take you to Paradise! • NON STOP FLIGHTS • NO VISA REQUIRED • ALL INCLUSIVE RESORTS – 4 & 5 Star Hotels

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The Indigenous Eyes Ecological Park

Located on the southern end of Punta Cana, the Indigenous Eyes Ecological Park has more than 500 species of exotic plants on trails that snake along 11 natural lagoons. It is open to the public from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and guided tours are offered.

deserted beach or drive to a river for tubing. These excursions also often include a Dominican meal for you to enjoy. Another option is to take a guided tour on horseback along deserted strips of beach. In all cases, the countryside offers the chance to take excellent photographs and memories.

Manatí Park

Fun Fun Cave

This delightful park is 81 square miles of tropical birds, reptiles, and professional shows featuring parrots and dancing horses. House Museum of Ponce de León This small palace was built by the famous explorer Juan Ponce de León in the region of San Rafael de Yuma over 500 years ago. He lived there in 1505 with his wife, Leonor, and his four children. Here, Ponce de León developed a successful wood exporting business, and later went to Puerto Rico where he eventually became governor. He later traveled to North American to explore modern day Florida. This plantation-house museum has medieval architecture and is now a museum open from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Telephone: 809-551-0118.

Nature and Culture Excursions

A dozen companies offer inland excursions called "jeep safaris," that take place in four-wheel drive vehicles, buggies, and open-air monster trucks or all-terrain vehicles. Travel through a tropical jungle, visit a country house, ride past fields sown with tropical produce, stop at a spectacular

One of the country's largest caves, Fun Fun Cave has a 4.5 mile long river flowing inside it. Here you can have an adventure while seeing an incredible display of cave paintings on the walls. Ride to the cave on horseback and then go on a 55-foot descent into the entrance in the Los Haitises National Park. Rancho Capote offers organized excursions to the cave.

Caño Hondo

Caño Hondo is a scenic area with beautiful beaches, charming inland streams and the small Caño Hondo hotel. It is so large in fact, that you can spend an entire day just going through its massive forest preserve. Come by boat and you will be able to see indigenous paintings and strange rock formations, mangrove swamps and exotic plants and animals you can't see anywhere else. This eco-adventure can be accessed from the East Coast by road, or by crossing Samaná Bay from the Peninsula.

Higüey

This is the capital of the province and where the basilica in honor of Our Lady of Altagracia, patroness of the Dominican people, is located.

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Neysha Soodeen, managing director of Toute Bagai Publishing Company, producer of MACO publications, is the recipient of the 2013 Marcella Martinez award. The presentation was made by the Jamaica Tourist Board's Deputy Director of Tourism Donnie Dawson during the joint Caribbean Tourism Organisation/Jamaica Tourist Board Allied Members luncheon in New York, Friday, held as part of Caribbean Week in New York activities. Established in 2004, the Marcella Martinez Award is presented annually for unparalleled achievement in the design and implementation of successful programs to strengthen and support Caribbean tourism. The award is named in honour of Jamaican

Marcella Martinez who dedicated her extraordinary career as a public relations professional to the promotion of tourism to the Caribbean. Neysha Soodeen has been showcasing the Caribbean to an international readership for 15 years through MACO Caribbean Living as well as MACO Destinations, a magazine which she launched in 2003 to feature the Caribbean from a holistic perspective. Last year, Soodeen launched a Caribbean travel portal promoting the best of the best of Caribbean destinations. Dawson described Soodeen as an embodiment "of the spirit behind this award. And those who know her, know that her passion for the region is consummate, resulting in her business venture which showcases the sophisticated side of the Caribbean." Soodeen is the architect of Toute Bagai Publishing which publishes MACO Caribbean Living, the Caribbean's first regionally-distributed retail magazine focusing on architecture, cuisine and travel. The publication also became the first Caribbean-produced magazine to be distributed internationally at major booksellers such as Barnes & Noble, Borders, WHSmith, Chapters and Indigo. Soodeen has guided the growth of Toute

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Bagai Publishing which has produced a broad spectrum of magazines and coffee table books, including the official Sandals Resorts International in-room magazine, as well as other Caribbean tourism publications. Her latest endeavour is a Caribbean APP company, using her 15 years of content in the Caribbean to place on interactive portals, and downloadable on all smartphones. Accepting the award, the Caribbean publisher said after living away from the Caribbean for many years, she realised the Caribbean was known simply as a tourism destination, and those away from the region lacked the appreciation of how "we lived, what we ate and how we played." She added "the sophisticated side of the Caribbean was a well hidden secret and I wanted to expose that and launched MACO in 1999. After that, in 2003, I launched my second magazine Destinations, in Jamaica, and thus I feel an affinity to the island and its people. I am honoured to be the recipient of this prestigious award."

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Simply Runway Enterprises Ltd opened its doors to its Second location, Simply Runway Accents at Grand Bazaar Mall on June 5th 2013. The Exclusive Media Launch was sponsored by AMCO, Marketing and Distribution, NLCB and Café Le Bistro. Specially invited guests were greeted with cocktails and a wide selection of wines upon entry into the newly designed and exquisitely presented Simply Runway Accents. Many proclaimed of its International look and feel and vibrant décor brought to life by Mr Khaleel Ackbarali. Alongside opening Simply Runway Accents, Directors Mr Isaac Ali and Mrs Candice Baccus conceptualised a plan to help promote our struggling local fashion industry by making space in the uniquely designed and captivating store available rent free to local designers. Their “Retailing the Local Runway Project” was presented at this event to describe what the project will entail. Simultaneously they will be spearheading an Internship Program, “Design beyond the Runway”, geared towards offering UTT’s CAFD students the opportunity to acquire the necessary work experience in retail to survive in our local fashion industry. The project plans were endorsed by Richard Young, President FATT and Creative Director of Tobago Fashion Week and Sandar Carr Fashion, Design Coordinator at University of Trinidad and Tobago. Both of which were thrilled about the opportunity and emphasized the need for such projects and programs in Trinidad and Tobago. The evening ended with much chatter about the project presentation and décor over scrumptious hors d'oeuvres. Photo Credits: Damian Luk Pat Senator the Honourable Mr. Vasant Bharath, President FATT Mr Richard Young and Simply Runway Directors, Mrs. Candice Baccus and Mr Isaac Ali

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RACE ACHIEVEMENTS 2012 • 2nd overall female/ 15th overall: Tour de Tortola Mountain Bike Race • 1st overall female: River Raid Mountain Bike Race Christine Dalkan

When I asked fitness instructor, Adrian Cordner about workout routines to lose the bulging tummy, he was sort of confused. Or maybe he was amused because as he puts it, “there is NO secret exercise, routine, concoction, book, video or seminar to magically rid you of the years and care put in to building your gut.” Various concoctions and gadgets, which claim Sweet Potatoes, Chick Peas, Water Melons, Broccoli, Sym, to help us fight this war on our bellies, conWatercress, Yam, Apples, stantly bombard us and because a lot of these Eggs/High Fiber Cereal, methods offer quick fixes without having to change our lifestyles, we latch on to them. How- Christophine, Pineapples, Garlic/Cayenne Pepper, Pumpkin, ever Cordner says flat bellies and visible six Grapefruits, Onions, Cauliflower/ packs are directly linked to proper caloric manPigeon Peas agement, a sensible and adequate diet, intense exercise routines and self-discipline. “No amount Regarding exercise routines for abdomiof crunches, sit ups, leg lifts or broom stick nals and obliques a.k.a love handles, Cordtwists will give a visible ‘six pack’ or flat tummy,” ner stresses that it is through consistency he says. and in combination with a sensible eating “Fat around the waist, in and on the belly conplan that their full effect would be seen. sists of both Subcutaneous Fat (fat under the Here are three routines you can add skin) and Visceral Fat (fat that surrounds and to your healthy lifestyle: cushions vital organs. Given the nature of fat Sets which is a ubiquitous substance and one that is Routine 1 Basic Abdominal Crunches 4 not evenly distributed (sadly) but is energy stored in a solid form, forcing your body to liber- Leg lifts (hands placed under Butt) 4 ate, it must be done from a three pronged apStanding Side Bends (Obliques) 4 proach.” Do singly or combine to make a giant set This approach advised by Cordner includes: 1. Limit the consumption of fat inducing foods 2. Increase caloric expenditure 3. Set realistic goals. Some foods, which Cordner advises you eat to promote caloric expenditure and aid in fat reduction, are: Lettuce, Black Beans, Lean Meat, Carrots, Lentils, Fish/Deep Sea Tuna/Salmon,

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After participating in triathlons for 10 years, Maria Shakira Gooding recently switched due to knee injuries and a change in passion to Mountain Biking in 2012. Revealing that she had a bike before she could even walk, this 23 year old said her decision was not a hard transition. She started mountain biking when she was a triathlete as a form of training and to practice bike handling skills. One to push the limits, coupled with the constant urge to be faster than all the guys, Maria says that mountain biking is easier for her because she enjoys it more and is content that she can now be focused on one sport as opposed to three. Although Maria is currently the MTB national champion having competed in Barbados and Tortola, Maria says that does not see herself as a professional just yet. “When I can give up my jobs, train all day, race internationally and eat, dream and sleep MTB then I'd consider myself that," she says emphasising that her real goal is to be the first woman to represent T&T at Mountain Biking at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio. Maria became motivated by her brother's (Jason Gooding) successful career as a triathlete participated in the sport only racing four years competitively around the Caribbean. In competing with her brother on the Rainbow Warriors Triathlon Club team, Maria shares "there was no real competition between us. We both did different distances, so I'm yet to race against him to see who’s the real champion. We have raced on same teams together and that was fantastic, we are so in-sync when it comes to those things. "Their close bond was evident during a triathlon when Jason was having bike problems and Maria stayed with him the entire course. “I got out of competitive mode when I realised the problem and just finished for fun. According to Maria, If it were not for her injuries, ( she also got hit by a car on a race course) she believes she would continue doing triathlons since she always wanted to compete on the international circuit and do the Hawaiian IRON MAN World Championship- an initiative conceptualised to challenge athletes at endurance swim, running and biathlon events. "I think that everyone feels to quit at some point but never for me during competition. I put my brain into a different mind-set. I grind my teeth and smile throughout majority of my workouts," she said. As for how long Maria sees herself Mountain Biking competitively, she says within the next decade. She also mentions that if she was not doing triathlons or mountain biking, she would do Taekwondo. “I did Taekwondo as a kid, just two belts away from black and I was quite good. I am sure my Master would have been encouraging me to continue fighting. Till this day every time he sees me he says, "Maria Gooding, good fighter, good fighter!" she joked. When Maria is not train-

ing, she is busy being doing other things, like coaching kids including eight under 16 boys from the Rainbow Rescue home to do triathlons and managing summer camps. She is also a graphic design artist, event organiser and is currently pursuing her associate degree at COSTAATT. In her down time, she models and does photography as a hobby. For now, Maria plans to spend a month in the United States training and racing with a couple pro-mountain bikers. “This will be an experience and an eye opener for me." she said. Even though today there may many females pursuing a career in mountain biking locally than before, Maria is hopeful that there would be more interest towards the sport. She also mentions that anyone can get involved at any age, once you are willing to try.

2011 • Olympic Triathlon National Female Champion 2011 • 1st overall female: Mike’s Bikes Duathlon • 2nd overall female: Mike’s Bikes MTB Revolution • 2nd overall female: The Beacon MTB Series Part 2 • 3rd overall female: 22nd Annual Grenada Olympic Triathlon • 5th overall female: Barbados Sprint Championships • 1st place 18-25: Nevis TriStar 111 (1000m swim/100km ride/10km run) • 1st overall female: TTTF Keep Fit • 1st overall female: River Raid Mountain Bike Race 2010 2010 • 2nd overall female: River Raid Mountain Bike Race • 1st place 20-29: March 14th Energy Sunday Duathlon • 5th place 20-29: Kema Boardwalk Houston, TX Sprint triathlon • 2nd overall female: 22nd Annual Grenada Sprint Triathlon • 2nd overall female: Toyota Rainbow Cup International Sprint Triathlon • 2nd overall female: CTU Barbados Sprint Championships • 1st overall coed team: Jumbies Adventure Race • 1st overall female: I Can Run, I Can Ride Duathlon • 1st overall Team: Las Cuevas Tag-Team Relay Triathlon 2009 • 1st place ladies: River Raid Mountain Bike Race • 1st place 16-19: Triathlon National Championships • 2nd place 16-19: Rainbow Cup International Triathlon • 2nd place ladies: Newsday’s 2 lap cycling event • 3rd place ladies: 1st Annual Off Road Triathlon • 1st overall woman: Las Cuevas Triathlon • 1st place 20-29: CTU Barbados Championships Sprint • 1st overall woman: Antigua & Barbuda Annual Sprint

Cheryl Wright

It doesn't matter if you lugged long outstanding goals into the New Year, devised exciting new resolutions or compiled a list of vague wishes in your mind. You stand a better chance of achieving what you want, if you pause along the way to assess your progress and plan how you will proceed. The following questions can help you do that.

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to contour the nose, cheekbones and jawline, a darker than your skin tone colour would be ideal for this application. There are a plethora of makeup bronzers available on the market designed for your use but always keep in mind your natural skin tone when choosing a bronzer colour that is best suited to your unique complexion. Bronzers should make you glow with a natural sun kissed look, a rule of thumb would be to choose one half a shade to one shade darker than your own skin tone if you want to deepen your tan or a shade lighter depending if you wish to highlight. Dark skinned ladies should gravitate towards copper tones, bronzes and cinnamon colours, Medium skin tones should veer towards a gold flecked or rose hued bronzer and fair shades would do best with honey, peach or apricot tones. Use a wide fluffy face brush to apply, swirl brush on bronzer, tap off excess and using a light hand apply to areas like the tops of the cheekbones,

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1. What goals did I set for myself at the beginning of this year or what secret wishes were I too afraid to even verbalize? 2. What steps have I taken so far to achieve my goals and did they produce the results I wanted? 3. Which steps were difficult and why? 4. What challenges did I encounter and how did I handle them? Have I accepted responsibility for my own self-sabotaging attitudes and habits, which have negatively affected my progress? 5. What did I learn about myself (my insecurities, strengths and weaknesses, etc) from my successes and setbacks? 6. Is my support base as solid as I hoped and are there people I should stop depending on for encouragement and help? 7. Am I satisfied with where I am right now? If yes, do I continue on the same path, revise my plan or change course? If no, should I review my goals, revamp my enthusiasm and re-energize my efforts or adjust my vision for a different outcome? The answers to these questions will give you a clear perspective of where you are on the path to achieving your goals. You may discover that despite obstacles, you managed to accomplish several goals on your

list. Celebrate of course, but beware of getting too comfortable, careless or cocky with a these successes, when you have more work to do and other goals to accomplish. If you take your eyes off your ultimate goal or other goals on your list, you could lost your momentum and get sidetracked. Be grateful for what you have achieved so far but stay focused, determined, persistent and proactive. Or, you may have to admit that you made very little progress or none at all. Life isn't perfect, neither are you and even the loftiest goals are not cast in stone. Sometimes, life circumstances overshadow and suppress your desire and motivation to pursue your personal goals. The pressures of everyday life with its ongoing responsibilities: family obligations, work demands and other commitments. Maybe, you are your own saboteur. You struggle with negative self-image, procrastination, self-doubt and lingering old fears of failure as well as success. Internal issues and external challenges trip you up and keep you stuck. However, don't sit

too long with stagnant thoughts of what you did not accomplish, blaming others and making excuses for your inaction or mistakes. Rethink what you want to achieve, refresh the vision and recommit to the path you need to take to achieve your goals. Whatever your assessment reveals: progress and achievement or little movement and regret, you must move forward. If your goals are important and a priority in your life, you must marshal your determination and the necessary support and resources you need to accomplish them. Periodic assessments are necessary to ensure that you are on the best path to achieve what you want. Whether you're dealing with New Year resolutions, long outstanding goals or secret wishes, pause for a while and reassess what you've done, if anything, to move you closer to them and decide how you will move forward. Take some time for a mid-year assessment.Â http://about.me/cherylwright

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Customer Service Tip #3: Inviting Feedback

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Your bladder is the hollow muscular organ that collects urine, and it can be quite frustrating when it doesn't function normally. One of the most common bladder problems is a sensitive bladder (or light adult incontinence), which is generally caused by weakened pelvic floor muscles or disorders in the nervous system regulating the bladder. As you get older, your pelvic floor muscles weaken. This can also be the case during pregnancy and after childbirth. When you urinate, your pelvic floor muscles play an important role – this muscle group relaxes at the same time as the bladder contracts (or tightens) in

order to let the urine out – so when they weaken, you have less control. Even with a healthy bladder, a sneeze or laugh can sometimes be enough to trigger an involuntary loss of urine. But there's no need to suffer in silence because there are simple steps you can take to help prevent such bladder embarrassments. There are daily exercises that help strengthen your pelvic floor, and you can use pantyliners that have been especially developed for this kind of problem. You can try Always Leakguard Plus™ pads with Odor Lock and Always Dri-Liners, both of which have OdorLock™ technology that can help protect you from unwanted

odors. Which type of sensitive bladder do I have? There are various types of light adult incontinence, the most common being “stress incontinence.” This is usually caused by strain to the pelvic floor during pregnancy and childbirth. Women with stress incontinence feel an uncontrolled leaking of small amounts of urine when they laugh or sneeze. Pelvic floor exercises can help train these muscles and thus prevent light adult incontinence. Another type of light adult incontinence is “urge incontinence” – so named because of the sudden and immediate urge to go to the toilet. This is when the bladder uncontrollably squeezes out urine before it's actually full. Such an overactive bladder can contract (or squeeze) even when you don't want it to. If you are experiencing similar symptoms, ask your doctor for more information to find the cause and the right therapy. If you suffer from a sensitive bladder, your physician or therapist may advise you to try pelvic floor muscle training. The pelvic floor is one of the muscle groups in the body providing support for your bladder, intestines and uterus. Located between your legs, the pelvic floor muscles run in a sling shape from your pubic bone at the front to the base of your spine at the back. This muscle group helps with the correct position of the urethra, the tube that urine comes out of. So, if your pelvic floor is too weak, it can result in a sensitive bladder. The good news is that you can train your pelvic floor muscles like any other muscle group in your body. Correct and regular training will strengthen the pelvic muscles and, therefore, help minimize the symptoms of a sensitive bladder.

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Are your window treatments looking tired? Or are you tired of your window treatments? Here are some easy fixes to inject new life and easily transform your space.

1. Add or Remove a Tieback. Many of our homes today have drapery that go all the way to the floor, often even “breaking or puddling” on the floor for a dramatic look. If your current drapes don’t have a tieback and they fall straight to the floor, add a contrasting tieback for a quick and easy change.

For an interesting conversation point, consider ditching the traditional tassel tiebacks for something novel such as rope, leather belts, vintage collars, etc. If you already use tiebacks, remove them and just let your drapery hang in all their glory.

2. Add a Cornice or Valance.

If you do currently have drapery only at your windows, consider adding a top treatment. You can get as simple or elaborate as you want to be. Ensure that your new addition works well with your existing décor. Very often the more ele-

ments you add to the window, the more ‘decorated’ the room feels. It is an opportunity to add style, texture and colour and raise the interest level of the room. And speaking of the feel of your room….

3. Raise the Room.

Updating the look – and more importantly the feel – of your home is always a good mood lifter and might be just the change you need right now. The question for you is – just where are your curtain rods and valances hanging? Take your treatment to the ceiling! This makes the room feel larger and taller. If your existing drapery is too short and will ‘flood’ if raised higher, consider adding a border in a contrasting or coordinating fabric to the hem or heading of the drapery. This actually can look quite trendy; channeling the colour blocking style. As a window treatment designer I typically design and install window treatments as high as practical over the windows. It gives the treatment more ‘presence’ and increases the decorative equity of the treatment. Too low – such as right above the window – simply pulls your eyes down into the room and makes the room feel as though the ceiling has dropped several feet. Window treatments mounted too low can literally make your room feel smaller and “heavier”. If you want to raise your roof – raise your treatments!

4. Update the hardware. Do you have rod pocket curtains and are still hanging them from electrical conduit? Consider updating your hardware. Get something decorative and fun. Or convert your rod pocket or tab curtains to

drapery and install on a decorative pole with rings. Rod pockets can look dated and standard. Traversing drapery will give you the ability to easily draw the drapery away from the window and this gives you the opportunity to layer. Imagine a layer of sheer, a shade or a blind closer to the window, with a layer of pleated panels installed on a decorative pole with rings. You can open the drapery during the day to let in light and air and change the look of the space.

5. Simply Add Window Treatments. Today, window treatments are just another way to express your style. They can be formal, casual, modern, classic – you name it, a window treatment can do it. Nothing says “ah, this room is finished!” like a window treatment made just for you. Are all your windows dressed? Or do you find window treatments too fussy? In Trinbago we are often forced to cover the window because of privacy issues. But some of us pay little attention to the decorative potential of our window coverings. We opt for hard treatments and pay no attention to integrating it into the décor. I have a personal dislike for vertical blinds in a home. That’s just me. Horizontal wood blinds, on the other hand, have lots of potential. I am especially partial to 2” horizontal wood blinds layered under side panels and/or a top treatment. It has its place in a non-formal space. These are just a handful of ideas to help you get your creative juices flowing.

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What’s cooking for the holidays

Ingredients for toppings 1 pack of tea biscuits 1/2 cup rum 1 pack Yellow Bird Margarine 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 cup chocolate sprinkles 1 cup grated coconut 1 can apricots

Directions: 1. Heat coconut in a pan for 1 minute until the coconut is soft. Let this cool. 2. Beat the Yellow Bird margarine with the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until creamy. Dilute the rum with 1 or 2 tablespoons of water. Quickly dip the biscuits in the rum and cover the bottom of a glass dish (8”x 8”x 2.5”). 3. Spread the Yellow Bird mixture over the biscuits and sprinkle with the chocolate sprinkles. Repeat until all biscuits are used. After the last layer of the mixture is spread, add the grated coconut over it. Decorate with apricots. Keep stored in fridge. Variation: Pineapple slices and cherries can also be used instead of apricots.

main course

2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil. Brown chicken in batches, cooking 2 minutes on each side. 3. Transfer to a casserole dish.

Ingredients • 1 lb ground beef • 1 jar (24 oz) spaghetti sauce • 1 1/2 cups water • 1 container (15 oz) ricotta or small curd cottage cheese • 2 cups (8 oz) shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese, divided • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese • 2 eggs • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley • 1/2 tsp salt • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper • 9 pieces Lasagna, uncooked Directions: 1. Pre-heat oven to 350°F. In 2-quart saucepan over medium-high heat, brown meat; drain.

Spread onion and peppers evenly over the chicken. 4. In a medium bowl, combine diced tomatoes, Ketchup, wine (or chicken broth), garlic, thyme and oregano. Pour over chicken and vegetables.

5. Cover and bake for 5060 minutes or until chicken is tender and sauce is thickened. Serve with egg noodles or pasta.

Honey Dijon Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry An Asian cooking method brings this colourful dish to the table in a flash. With beef, veggies and rice, it’s a full meal in one dish.

• 1 cup onion cut into thin wedges • 2 cups broccoli florets • hot cooked rice

SERVES: 4 PREP TIME: 15 minutes COOK TIME: 20 minutes

Preparation: 1. In small bowl, combine Ketchup, water, mustard, and soy sauce; set aside.

Ingredients • 1 cup Heinz® Tomato Ketchup • 1/3 cup water • 3 Tbsp. honey Dijon mustard • 1 Tbsp. soy sauce • 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil • 1 lb. boneless beef sirloin steak, cut into thin strips • 1 cup red bell pepper cut into thin strips • 1 cup mushrooms

What’s cooking for the holidays

SERVINGS: 6 TOTAL TIME: 85 minutes

What’s cooking for the holidays

Ingredients • 2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken thighs • 1/2 tsp. salt • 1/2 tsp. pepper • 1 Tbsp. canola oil • 1 cup sliced onion • 1 cup sliced green pepper • 3 cups diced tomatoes • 1 cup Heinz® Tomato Ketchup • 1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth • 2 garlic cloves minced • 1 1/2 tsp. dried thyme • 1 1/2 tsp. dried oregano leaves • Hot buttered egg noodles or pasta

Preparation: 1. Preheat the oven to 350 °F. Trim the chicken of excess fat or gristle.

Spicy Lasagna

Be sure to have plenty of bread on hand to soak up every delicious drop of the wonderful sauce. SERVES: 8 PREP TIME: 20 minutes COOK TIME: 1 hours

main course

2. Heat oil in a large skillet and quickly brown beef; remove from pan. 3. To skillet, add bell pepper, onion, and broccoli; cook until crisp-tender (about 5 minutes). 4. Return beef to skillet and stir in Ketchup mixture. Cook until mixture is heated through, about 10 minutes. 5. Serve with rice.

Crab Cakes PREP/COOK TIME: 10-15 minutes

Ingredients • 1 can drained crab meat • 4 tablespoons bread crumbs • 8 fresh basil leaves sliced • ¼ chopped white onion • 2 spring onions finely chopped • 1 egg • 1 tablespoon Heinz® Salad Cream • Olive oil for frying Preparation: 1. Place 2 tablespoons bread crumbs on a plate. Now place all the remaining ingredients in a bowl and mix well. 2. Heat a nonstick pan on a medium heat. Make small size crab cakes and coat in the breadcrumbs on the plate. 3. Drizzle some olive oil in the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes each side and serve.

2. Add spaghetti sauce and water; simmer about 10 minutes. 3. Meanwhile, in medium bowl, stir together ricotta cheese, one-half mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, eggs, parsley, salt and pepper. 4. Pour about 1 cup sauce on bottom of 11x7inch baking dish. 5. Arrange 3 uncooked pasta pieces lengthwise over sauce; cover with 1 cup sauce. 6. Spread one-half cheese filling over sauce. 7. Repeat layers of pasta, sauce and cheese filling. 8. Top with layer of pasta and remaining sauce; sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. 9. Cover with foil. Bake 45 minutes. Remove foil; bake additional 10 minutes or until hot and bubbly. 10.Let stand 10 minutes before cutting.

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Pasta Power: The Fuel for Exercise and Healthy Lifestyle Did you know that pasta is commonly called "the food of champions" within the athletic community? Not only is pasta filling and good for you, it supplies the fuel you need to keep going. In fact, about 50% of the body's source of energy comes from carbohydrates, and pasta is a phenomenal source of complex carbohydrates. It's no wonder long-distance runners use pasta as a form of "carbohydrate loading" before a race. You may not be running a marathon anytime soon, but you can still benefit from pasta's energizing properties. Unlike sugary desserts and candy, pasta

offers sustained energy rather than shortlived bursts. Here's some fuel for thought: Pasta not only makes you feel good but gives you lots of additional benefits, too. The Vitamin B-complex found in whole grain pasta has been known to help stimulate brain activity. Talk about a smart choice! And the benefits don't end there. Studies show a diet rich in complex carbohydrates helps promote heart health. So, get that water boiling. Pasta will bowl you over with the taste, energy and, just possibly, a healthier heart.