MARCH 2022
WHAT’S ON: LOCAL ENVIRONMENT:
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pring is in the air, and with it, spring cleaning – not to mention fixing of storm damage from the past month. The clocks go forward on Sunday 27th March and it’s nice to think the longer days are coming. Whether you’re cleaning inside and out, sorting the garden ready for spring, looking for ideas or needing repairs done, browse the pages of this edition to find businesses to help you with everything you need. If you’re clearing out kids’ toys too, see Laura’s parenting column for tips on what to do with them. A new series of recitals at St Michael’s promises to be an indulgent way to spend an occasional Sunday afternoon, and if you’re a musician you may wish to get involved in a performance – see page 9. West Port Vets want your nominations for animal heroes for their 2022 Hugo Hero Award (see page 25); and all our other columns are here. Thanks for reading Konect and supporting local businesses and organisations.
THIS ISSUE What’s On: Occasionally@St Michael’s.............9 Life coaching: Spring Promise...........................10 Puzzles...............................................................10 / 25 Living Well: Alzheimer’s Warning Signs..........13 Garden Project: Tattie Tub Time.......................20 Property Matters: Telling the complete
story.............................................................................22 Local Environment: Linlithgow Loch’s
Star Attraction...........................................................24 Vet’s Tip: Animal Heroes......................................25 Parenting: Don’t despair, donate!.....................26 Film Review: Drive My Car..................................30
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Last October, I inaugurated a series of recitals, held in St Michael’s Parish Church in Linlithgow, titled Occasionally@St.Michael’s. The idea is to offer an informal platform for local musicians to perform, usually on a Sunday afternoon at 3pm. The recitals are free to attend, though donations are welcome to support the upkeep of the fine Willis organ in the church. So far, we’ve had the support of a loyal and generous audience, coming from far and wide. COMING UP: Our next recital is coming up on Sunday 13th March at 3pm, given by Cathy Vickers-Morton (soprano) accompanied on piano by Alan Hastie, and on organ by Alison Hastie. The programme ranges through Italian aria, French and romantic German (Richard Strauss’s Im Abendrot from 4 Last Songs, accompanied on organ) - with American song too, in the shape of Samuel Barber and Steven Sondheim. Songs Without
Words shall feature also, gems by Mendelssohn for solo piano. An indulgent way to spend a Sunday afternoon...?
Cathy Vickers-Morton came to Linlithgow in June 2017, after retiring from the United States Civil Service. She is an active member of St Michael’s RC Church, where she sings in the choir, and is also a member of Linlithgow Ladies Choir.
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Spring PROMISE This is a lovely time of year full of possibility and fresh hope, gardens are beginning to wake up and the promise of longer days and brighter mornings seem to offer us all a chance to make those changes that we have always dreamed of making. Spring presents us with a golden opportunity to get enthusiastic about what we want to do next as we begin to work towards that vision of our very best self. Whether that’s a new job, relationship or hobby now is the ideal time to make a start. So many of us revisit the same dreams again and again and lament that nothing ever changes, We never make that move, get that new job or really focus on our fitness. We tell ourselves that it’s because we get caught up in day to day living and time just seems to pass us by. There is no denying that we all live busy and bustling lives. We say that we will make this or that change after our children go to school or leave home for university or work and then we look around and find that the nest is empty but somehow, we are surrounded with a whole new busyness. It’s worth remembering that the days can drag but the months and years fly and we can always find plenty of activity to fill up our lives. There is no perfect time and all any of us can do is take those first steps towards our dreams.
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LIFE COACHING
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LIVING WELL
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Trouble understanding visual images and spatial relationships: They may not realise they are the person in the mirror, for instance. New problems with words in speaking or writing: trouble following or joining a conversation. Misplacing things and losing the ability to retrace steps: Placing things in random unusual places. Sometimes the person may accuse others of stealing the items. Decreased or poor judgment: Changes in judgment or decision making Changes in mood or personality: Some can become confused, suspicious, depressed, fearful, or anxious. They may be easily upset at home, at work, or with friends or in places where they are out of their comfort zone. If you have questions or concerns about dementia, it is best to speak with your GP, who can help guide you in the right direction. The Living Well column is contributed by Home Instead Livingston. Contact them for advice and support on 01506 346046 or see www.homeinstead.co.uk/livingston
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PROPERTY MATTERS
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surrounds their potential new home. Beautiful images of walks, landmarks and amenities bring the brochure to life. At Turpie & Co we often do location spreads and have invested in videos showing off key towns in West Lothian and the surrounding area. Combining carefully-researched longstyle, emotional response text with lifestyle photography showcases the truly unique potential of every property, and will effortlessly attract the perfect buyers.
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LOCAL ENVIRONMENT
It’s nearly the time of year when Linlithgow Loch’s star attraction makes its appearance. The great crested grebe can fly under the radar throughout winter when their plumage isn’t quite as striking as it will be soon. They morph from almost black and white to their spectacular breeding plumage with those bronze head feathers, and very impressive crest on top of their head. They have an unusual and elegant courtship display, which is commonly referred to as a dance and involves lots of head bobbing, and shakes to show off that beautiful crest. The grand finale is when they both dive down to gather some weeds before rushing across the water together. It doesn’t last long and can be hard to capture on camera, which is clearly evidenced by the fact I’m not sharing an image of this display! Great crested grebe nests are built on the surface of the water, and as they aren’t always the most structurally sound they are very susceptible to flooding and if Spring is too wet then it can really impact the success 24 | LINLITHGOW
of their breeding season. Their young are affectionately nicknamed “humbugs” due to their striped feather patterns, which you can be lucky enough to see as they catch a ride on their parents back, where it’s much warmer and safer than the cold water. How can you spot them? Look for the photographers gathered in the corner of the loch, hoping to catch a shot of their wonderful courtship ritual. This column is contributed by Clare Harte and Kate Stevenson, who grew up in Edinburgh and now live in West Lothian. Together they run Scottish Sisters Photography and travel around the country to watch and photograph amazing wildlife and scenic landscapes. Follow them on Facebook @ScottishSistersPhotography @KonectMagazines
PUZZLE
MARCH SUDOKU
Over the past two years, Westport Veterinary Clinic has been running a local hero award, recognising the amazing achievements of unsung heroes in our community. Now we have created an annual award in memory of Hugo the labrador who was our first canine winner of the local hero awards in March 2021.
Hugo helped to save the life of his owner Brian Watson, not leaving his side after Brian fell into freezing canal water. His loyal presence alerted passer-by Gregor Angus and his fiveyear- old son Lucas, to look for Brian, who was discovered face down in the water. In November, Hugo went on to win the Dog Aid Society of Scotland’s Bravery Award. However, shortly afterwards, Hugo passed away. To honour his memory, Westport Vets has created a special award to recognise other animal heroes.
The crossword puzzle can be found on page 10. See page 30 for solutions.
We’re asking people from anywhere in the UK to nominate animals for their acts of kindness. We’ll be working with Hugo’s family to help choose the winner of Hugo’s Hero Award 2022. The winner will be presented with a special Hugo’s Hero award, as well as receiving a pet goodie bag, and their inspiring story will be shared. Nominations can be made on our website or by emailing heroes@westportvets.com. Please include your details, the animal’s details and their actions. Entries will close at the end of March. We’ll announce the winner on our website and social media pages.
Contributed by Stuart McMorrow, head vet at Westport Veterinary Clinic 8 Preston Road. 01506 844 165 | www.westportvets.com @KonectMagazines
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PARENTING
Spring cleaning?
Don’t despair, donate! It is that time of year when everyone inexplicably starts to turn their minds to spring cleaning. Clearing out cupboards, drawers, bookshelves and toy boxes! I generally find I’ve not got the time or energy to give our home a complete refresh. I admire pretty storage boxes and then wonder how on earth I’d fit everything in that needs a place to go! But I can always lay my hands on something my kids have grown out of or some toy they no longer play with. So that’s one area where I at least have hope I might achieve something. Generally speaking it’s a false hope. My kids DO NOT like to part with anything. Usually it’s parents who can’t bear to part with the memories attached to childhood books and toys. Not me. I’d happily haul away at least a car boot full given half the chance. But if I dare even suggest it might be time to find a new home for anything my girls’ immediately disagree and then spend the next week playing with it in silent protest against my utter cheek. 26 | LINLITHGOW
I have had some success in the past suggesting some things could go to the attic if they are not ready to part with them. But this feels like such a waste and this year I am determined that some of the lovely things that have made my kids so happy can go to a good cause and make some other child smile. Of course persuading the little darlings to part with things is only half the battle. What do you do with it after that? If I leave stuff sitting around the house for too long they’ll absolutely pilfer from the donation boxes until they are empty again. So here goes…
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and I know from experience they will help you lug in your heavy bags!
River Kids children’s charity supports disadvantaged children and their families in West Lothian and the wider community and they run the West Lothian Toy Appeal which is now an allyear-round event. They are heavily reliant on donations of all kinds of good quality second-hand items at their warehouse in Broxburn. Spring is not the season of giving but that doesn’t mean you can’t spread a little joy!
The parenting column is contributed by Laura Archibald. Laura lives in West Lothian with her family and their campervan Hank. She is mummy, wife, blogger and full-time personal assistant to her two girlie girls. @KonectMagazines
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The story of film is unique and interesting. There’s a very strange opening that feels out of place when watching it but makes more sense as the film progresses, and the story is excellent, going in directions I didn’t expect. There’s a reason the credits roll 40 minutes in - by that point you are on board and ready to be taken on a great journey. Drive My Car is simply a great film that I hope that more people will check it out. It is long journey, but it is worth the drive. The Film Review is contributed by Robert Ewing. Robert is passionate about film as an art form, and shining a light on films that may not be on people’s radar. Robert is from Kirknewton.
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