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This month’s magazine focuses on Parenting. Vicki shares her thoughts on parenting styles and how hers changed (Pages 46&47). Lifestyle therapist, Susan Leigh shares her thoughts on how children are coping following these recent unprecedented times (Pages 39 - 43). Page 49 sees a school-based Yellow Mysteries just-for-fun who dunnit.

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Elsewhere, Niki Etheridge shares her endometriosis journey and the lengths she is going to in order to raise awareness of this condition that affects at least 1 in 10 women (Pages 28 – 31). Eco Queen, Jill, ponders the question of whether the country’s current economic crisis will lead to people being more environmentally friendly with their choices and actions (Pages 18&19). We also look to the Charles Burrell Centre for this month’s feature on good causes in our wonderful county (Pages 26 – 27).

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Full of absolute dynamic

creative content!

“You Reap What You Sow”

HOW ARE YOUR/THE CHILDREN?

GARDENERS URGED TO STAY SAFE

On Spring Return

As We Emerge From An Unprecedented...

20 MOTORING REVIEW Genesis G70 Reviewed

1 IN 10

It’s Just Period Pain...

The Benjamin Foundation Monthly Update

Will This Economic Crisis... Help Make Us More Eco?

Iceni News Norfolk’s Voice Project Choir

Motoring Review Genesis G70

Iceni News Hattie Spins Wooden Discs

Iceni News A Sensational New Line-Up

Iceni News Twenty Years’ Promoting

Iceni News Norfolk Open Gardens

Iceni Columnist Keri Beevis

How To Tell If Our Partner... Is Looking For...

Armoured Muscle PT What Weight Should I...

Best Of Norfolk Readers Images

Focus On: Parenting

How Are... Your/The Children?

How To Encourage Your... Children To Express...

What Kind Of... Parent Are You?

Iceni Asks... What’s Been Your...

Gardeners Urged To... Stay Safe On Spring Return

The Charles Burrell Centre Thetford

1 In 10 It’s Just Period Pain...

Just For Fun 'Death Goes To School'

Nova Silver Spring Into Nature

Iceni Horoscopes What Do Your Stars Hold?

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The Benjamin Foundation For over 25 years, children, young people and families across Norfolk and Suffolk have been supported by The Benjamin Foundation to overcome big challenges in their lives. Each night, we accommodate up to 180 vulnerable young people, equating to over 50,000 safe nights’ sleep a year. They can finally feel safe from youth homelessness. Each week, 150 young people access our emotional wellbeing support improving their mental health, increasing their self-esteem to finally feel understood.

Each year, over 400 young people attend our youth work in the community to gain new life skills, expand their horizons and finally feel confident. Overall, in the region of 2,000 local children and young people every year finally feel hopeful of a better future because of the work of The Benjamin Foundation.

“I Needed Help And I Got It.”

Lewis* spent a year sofa surfing after leaving care. He was regularly abusing drugs and alcohol and was at a “very low point” in his life before he came to live at one of The Benjamin Foundation’s accommodation centres in Norfolk for young people. During his time with us, he has changed his life and is almost ready to take his next steps to independence. We spoke to Lewis, now aged 21 about how things have changed for him over the last two years: “It was New Year’s Eve 2019 when I moved in. It was really daunting as other people were living here too but I managed to make one good friend really quickly. At that time I didn’t have much going for me. I’d been sofa surfing so I didn’t have many possessions. I couldn’t hold onto jobs or maintain relationships, I was partying all the time and I just didn’t believe in myself.

“I settled at The Benjamin Foundation really quickly and then obviously Covid hit. Just as I’d started to build some motivation, lockdown made everything harder. There were fewer jobs, and even essential key worker jobs at supermarkets were snapped up really quickly. Lockdown was difficult and I lost my motivation again. “I later started to get some perspective and appreciate the small things – like the opportunity to pop to reception, have a cup of tea and chat with the staff.

“I get on really well with the staff. I’ve often chatted to them when I’ve felt down. They have such a positive approach – they help you to see that there is something there for you and you

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can still change your life. They want us to be comfortable but also encourage us to always be doing something like volunteering or education.”

“They’ve really helped with life skills too – budgeting, washing up – even folding a fitted sheet! They will always help or find ways to make something work for you.

“The turning point for me was after about a year and I realised that I’m surrounded by positivity here and as long as I try to help myself too I’ll be ok. The help from the charity’s supporters is amazing – the people and companies who help us. I’ve now been able to make the best of things and my confidence has increased ten-fold, as has my patience. My selfesteem and mental health have also improved. The key is that I needed help and I got it.” *Name has been changed

Make A Monthly Donation With your help, we can do even more to support vulnerable young people in Norfolk and Suffolk. Could you make a regular monthly donation to support more young people like Lewis?

Setting up a regular donation is quick and easy via our website. For just the cost of a takeaway coffee each month, you could make real changes to local lives and create stronger, empowered individuals who finally feel supported to cope with their unique challenges.

Set up your monthly donation here: https://benjaminfoundation.co.uk/donate/

Calling Runners!

We are pleased to have places in two exciting local race events, which are coming up this May. We are looking for runners who would like to take part and raise money to support local children and young people: Sunday 1st May 2022 – GEAR 10k, King’s Lynn Sunday 15th May 2022 – Mammoth Marathon, North Norfolk (standard race places have sold out but the great news is that we have some charity places available!)

Could you lace up your running shoes and take on the challenge for The Benjamin Foundation? Drop Joshua a line on events@benjaminfoundation.co.uk

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Arc Of The Sky: Norfolk’s Voice Project Choir Announce Their Return To Live Singing Everyone is welcome to join Norfolk’s open access choir for their summer project Norwich’s multi award-winning Voice Project Choir is at last returning to live singing after the pandemic forced them to move online. They are now inviting people to join their open-access choir to sing in Arc of the Sky, a site-responsive performance at the Cathedral of the Marshes - Holy Trinity Church, Blythburgh, Suffolk on 2 July 2022. Rehearsals begin on 19 April in Norwich. The first session is a free taster for anyone who wants to find out more before committing to the whole project. No experience is necessary, all music is taught by ear, and the choir has a great sense of community and conviviality. Advance booking is necessary at www.voiceproject.co.uk There will also be online sessions for anyone who would like to join in but is unable to attend in-person rehearsals, and further afield a Sussex version of Arc of the Sky with rehearsals in Brighton and a performance at St Andrew’s Church, Alfriston on 11 June. Arc of the Sky is inspired by the idea of a bird’s-eye view of the Cathedral of the Marshes, the surrounding landscape, the Blyth estuary and the coastline. The project began two years ago, but lockdown meant cancellation of all live rehearsals and performances. Voice Project co-directors Jonathan Baker and Sian Croose moved everything online and created an acclaimed film instead of a live performance. They are now revisiting the project afresh to create these new live choral-performances.

Voice Project Co-director Sian Croose said, ‘We’re looking forward to welcoming both familiar and new faces. There’s nothing quite like singing together with other people to make you feel good and we can’t wait to get started with Covid-safety measures in place of course’. ‘We don’t have a permanent choir’ she added ‘some people sign up for every project and some join for one, or more. I think that flexibility helps keep everything fresh - over the years we have had hundreds of different members’. Founded by experienced singers and artists Sian Croose and Jonathan Baker in 2008, The Voice Project Choir is open to all. It’s a community choir that absolutely anyone can join whether they have any experience of singing and music or not - there are no auditions and everything is taught by ear with no need to read music. The Voice Project is renowned for an innovative approach to choral performance, with music, poetry and choreography coming together to create spectacular large-scale events that live long in the memory. Performances are site-responsive, taking place in outdoor and indoor venues such as Houghton Hall, Holkham Hall, and Norwich Cathedral, and all the music is original and written specially for the 100+ voices of the choir.

Full details for Arc of the Sky are at www.voiceproject.co.uk

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Hattie Spins Wooden Discs To Help Endangered Animals Norfolk nine-year-old dreams up art competition to raise funds for WWF. When nine-year-old Hattie Gray learnt about the threat of extinction that hangs over so much of the world’s wildlife, she decided to do something about it, by raising funds for the World Wildlife Fund. Hattie goes to Aldborough Primary School in North Norfolk and she figured that a good way to get things rolling would be to get all her friends and fellow students to join in. Which is how she came up with the idea of an art competition - but not just any old art. Hattie added her own spin by getting her mum to purchase a job lot of wooden discs for the purpose. “The discs represent the Earth,” she explains. “The children who entered had to decorate one in any way they wanted, but the design had to be something to do with our planet. They could use glitter, glue, pens, craft materials - anything they liked… so long as they paid the £1 entry fee!”

Mrs Helen Bearman is Head of Aldborough School. She says, “We are all so proud of Hattie, who thought up such a great fundraising idea, and of all the budding artists who entered the competition. It is typical of the wonderful children at Aldborough to think of ways to help others, whether people or animals!”

In the event, no less than 87 children entered, raising £92 for WWF. The discs are currently taking pride of place on display in the school.

The picture above shows, from left, Hattie, aged nine of Class 4, with Autumn, aged five of Class 1, who won the Key Stage 1 best disc award, and Florence, aged nine of Class 4, who won the Key Stage 2 best disc award.

“I was really pleased with how my competition went because we helped animals and the planet,” says Hattie.

Aldborough Primary School is in North Norfolk, between Aylsham and Cromer, and has 127 children on roll.

“All the money we raised went to a brilliant cause. It has been an amazing experience and I am so thankful to all the people who helped me, and especially to all the ones who entered.”

Visit www.aldborough.norfolk.sch.uk for more information.

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A Sensational New Line-Up Of Shows Announced At Norwich Theatre

Norwich Theatre announces a sensational new line-up of shows featuring some award-winning musicals, not to be missed drama and exciting family fun days. So with something for everyone, be sure to get the diary out as these shows are not to be missed! Dance fans will want to twist and shout about this new see a great line of shows, including a Christmas spectacular of the Nutcracker by the Northern Ballet heading to Norwich Theatre Royal between 22 and 26 November 2022. Make your Christmas complete as you share Clara’s adventure as she is swept away by her Nutcracker Prince into an enchanting winter wonderland. You can see the majesty of Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo, affectionally known as The Trocks, as they share their sassy spoofs and hilarious homages

to classical ballet. The Trocks appear at Norwich Theatre Royal from 30 September until 1 October 2022. For some Latino flare Tango Encounters at Norwich Theatre Playhouse on 16 June 2022 features some dazzling displays of tango dance and music! Norwich Theatre will have you laughing in the aisle with some of the best comedians on the circuit at the moment. On his Like Me tour, Jason Manford heads to Norwich Theatre Royal on 17 May 2022. You can’t miss Sofie Hagen as she returns to Norwich Theatre Playhouse on 20 October with a show bursting with big jokes and fat punchlines. Finally, the diamante diva and the Countess of Comedy La Voix is heading to Norwich Theatre Playhouse on 12 November. The little ones are not left out with the Norwich Theatre Royal playing host to Peppa Pig’s Best Day Ever! on 26 and 27 August. You can

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join Peppa, George, Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig on a road trip that will be full of fun adventures. At Norwich Theatre Royal, you can meet some of your heroes, including Sir Ranulph Fiennes (13 May 2022), who the Guinness Book of Records named ‘the world’s greatest living explorer’. This show is a light-hearted and strikingly poignant reflection of Sir Ranulph’s life. Live your astronaut dreams with Tim Peake (24 August 2022). Tim is your guide through space, giving his unique insight into what it is like to be an astronaut. If you are into your music, you will be spoilt for choice with the vast selection coming to both the Norwich Theatre Royal and Norwich Playhouse. The kings and queens of the Ukulele head to Norwich Theatre Royal on 7 November 2022 in the Ukulele Orchestra. Come soak up the atmosphere of Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club at Norwich Theatre Playhouse on 23 June 2022. You won’t believe your eyes as the Vision of Elvis appears at Norwich Theatre Royal on 8 January 2023. Don’t miss some of the best musicals coming to Norwich! The Color Purple is coming to Norwich Theatre Royal between 1 and 5 November 2022. Based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Alice Walker, The Color Purple tells the story of the courageous heroine, Celie, as she journeys through joy, despair, anguish and hope in her awakening.

Hold on to your wigs as Priscilla Queen of the Desert makes a pit-stop at Norwich Theatre Playhouse between 5 and 10 July 2022. Then, one of Norwich’s most prestigious groups, Threshold Theatre Company, heads to Norwich Theatre Playhouse with A Chorus Line between 31 May and 4 June 2022. Hear iconic songs as an audition for a Broadway musical takes an unexpected turn. If you love a mystery that keeps you guessing, don’t miss The Mousetrap, the longestrunning West End whodunnit in history! Coming to Norwich Theatre Royal next year, 23 to 28 January 2023, this thrilling show is the genre-defining murder mystery. One by one, the suspicious characters reveal their sordid pasts. But which one is the murderer? Warm up your sleuthing skills with another Miss Marple mystery, Mirror Crack’d. Join Miss Marple is at Norwich Theatre Royal between 8 -12 November. For spectacle, you will need to look no further than the Black Blues Brothers (23 October 2022) as they pay tribute in acrobatic style to the legendary cult movie. Expect jaw-dropping balancing acts acrobatics with fire and human pyramids. For magic tricks to make you go wow, Pete Firman is his trademark blend of laugh-out-loud comedy and jaw-dropping magic heads to Norwich Theatre Playhouse on 21 September 2022. To book call the Norwich Theatre Box Office on 01603 630000 or visit norwichtheatre.org PAGE

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Twenty Years’ Promoting Gardening And Fundraising Pictured: John and Judy McNeill Wilson

Congratulations, a big thank you, plus a new garden hand fork were delivered to John and Judy McNeil Wilson in their beautiful garden at West Beckham, nr Holt. This was to mark and celebrate 20 years opening of their garden in support of the National Garden Scheme in Norfolk. Opening twice a year, the mature three acre garden has a collection of many rare and unusual plants and trees. Chestnut Farm annually supports the Snowdrop Festival, showing their 100+ varieties of snowdrops, as well as drifts of crocus and seasonal flowering shrubs. A later opening in May sees the appearance of wood anemones and fritillary, a wildflower walk, pond, small arboretum, croquet lawn and colourful herbaceous borders. A May

highlight in the garden is the flowering of the Handkerchief tree, Cercis and Camassias. The garden also opens on a ‘by arrangement’ basis between February and October, which means they are happy to show small groups around the garden on a pre-agreed date. Groups can book a visit by contacting John or Judy by phone or email. Details can be found on the National Garden Scheme website (link: https://ngs.org.uk/view-garden/17225). Julia Stafford Allen, County Organiser, presented the couple with their celebration garden fork on behalf of the National Garden Scheme, and said “It is an honour to thank John and Judy for their sustained support of our scheme. Gardening is a rewarding but physical past time, and getting a garden ready for visitors, year after year, and twice a year, is a fantastic achievement, and has raised significant funds for our health charities”.

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Norfolk Open Gardens April 2022 Mannington Hall

The Old Rectory, Catfield

The brightly coloured bulbs of spring are emerging just in time to put on a splendid show for our garden visitors. Five gardens are opening to support the National Garden Scheme charities during March and April this year. These early spring gardens offer opportunities for countryside and woodland walks, masses of narcissus and other spring flowers, as well as a cup of tea and piece of cake. Pre-booked tickets can be purchased online for all gardens listed, and the booking system is currently open, and at most gardens, it will be possible to turn up and pay at the gate. Refreshments will be available at the majority of gardens, and entry for children is free unless otherwise stated.

Sun 3rd April 11am to 4.30

Gayton Hall Adult £6.00

Child Free

Sun 10th April Mannington Estate 11am to 5.00 Adult £6.00 Child Free Sun 17th April Mon 18th April Wretham Lodge 11am to 5.00 Adult £5.00 Child Free Sun 24th April The Old Rectory, Catfield 10am to 5pm Adult £5.00 Child Free 2022 marks 95 years of fundraising for the National Garden Scheme and its partnership with The Queen’s Nursing Institute, and over that time we have raised over £63 million for our beneficiaries. The first gardens opened in 1927 for a shilling a head and this format has been so popular that it has continued to this day, now raising millions each year for some of the UK’s best-loved nursing and health charities. Thanks to the generosity of our gardens owners, volunteers and visitors, we made a total donation of £3,030,272 in 2021, despite the challenges faced during the COVID pandemic.

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This makes the National Garden Scheme the most significant charitable funder of nursing in the UK. The latest impact report for 2021 can be found on our website at https://ngs.org.uk. PAGE

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Spring Has Finally Arrived Well, I say that, but it’s more like spring is trying to arrive. A few recent warm days though have really had me appreciating my new garden. My old house was tiny and didn’t have any outdoor space and, while I didn’t mind that in the depths of winter, I was always envious of those with gardens when the warmer weather rolled around. Above: Keri Beevis

I have also raised Ellie and Lola as mostly indoor cats. They did have a cat flap when they were younger, but they are not the bravest of pusses and used to freak out if anyone walked past the house. They seldom went out and in the end it was easier to keep them inside.

Roll on four months and we are now reaping the pleasures of our garden.

Being the sad cat lady I am, I used to promise them that one day they would finally get a garden of their own. I’m sure they understood every word I said and their meows back were to tell me how cool that would be and had nothing to do with wanting treats.

Both girls love going out in the morning and while they were a little nervous at first, they are now enjoying sniffing the plants, rolling around on the grass and even sunning themselves on the patio. I am one happy cat mum.

In October last year, my beloved Lola became seriously ill. At the time things were crazy, what with getting ready to move and trying to find out what was wrong with her. It really was touch and go for about six weeks, and my vet and I had already had conversations that she may have to be put to sleep. That cat is my baby and I was utterly devastated.

I am lucky that the previous owners were garden lovers too and they have created a beautiful space outside. Every day another spot of colour pops up in the flower beds and I am looking forward to when it is warm enough to enjoy my morning coffee outdoors. It really will be the perfect oasis for coming up with some new book ideas.

Finally, the day before I was due to move we got a diagnosis. And the best bit was, the condition was treatable. Lola had to go on a course of steroids, which involved three pills a day (fun times), but I was so relieved.

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I was desperate to get her in the new house, wanting her to be able to enjoy it.

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How To Tell If Our Partner Is Looking For A Long Term Relationship

Dating has gradually become quite complicated and occasionally somewhat of a minefield. Sometimes it’s hard to tell if we’re at the ‘good friend’ stage, are actually dating, or are in an exclusive relationship. And that’s before the bigger questions of ‘what do you want from ‘us’?’, ‘where are we heading?’ is even raised. Past experiences will certainly influence our views on what to expect from any future relationships. Negative experiences may mean that we start out by simply wanting a little ‘fun time’ and to enjoy a lightweight, casual, noncommitted relationship. However, that may change when, over time, we find that we’re increasingly attracted to our partner and want to move to a more committed relationship. We may be ready for a long-term relationship. So, how do we tell if our partner is looking for a long-term relationship, what are the signs? When we’re healing from the breakdown of a significant relationship or have perhaps spent a long time on our own it can be difficult to determine exactly what we do want from

a new relationship. We may have unclear, unformulated expectations about being part of a twosome, as our breakup may require us to take a little time to heal and recover. Grief and self-protective behaviour can form an important part of our personal insulation for quite some time. When we’re first returning to the dating scene we may simply want fun, nothing too serious, an opportunity to flex our dating muscles and get used to thinking about someone else, to considering their wants and needs. We may be keen to have opportunities to practise making conversation, to get used to having someone to share parts of our lives with, a person who provides companionship and attention. But when they’re looking for a more committed relationship some people decide to use a quality dating agency. It can be an especially helpful step, through being interviewed, asked questions, made to think about their answers. It’s a good way to clarify the criteria you’re looking for, the characteristics, traits and attributes that are important, whilst also providing reassurance that any suggested matches have been carefully vetted to suit you.

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And, being a member, making a regular financial commitment to a dating agency focuses the mind on the goal in hand, making for a more serious approach to the business of dating and finding a new partner. We’re ready to start again and hopefully, anyone we meet through those channels will have the same mindset too. After dating for a while, as our new relationship becomes more settled, any initial cautiousness and apprehension should subside as our personal connection strengthens and the relationship becomes more committed. Relaxing into a comfortable togetherness is part of an increasingly easy familiarity with each other. Nest-building, where making your home and the time spent together pleasant and attractive is proof that a longer-term relationship is becoming more appealing. Looking forward, planning your decor, buying things together to enhance your shared space are all signs that you’re in a relationship of growing importance. Entertaining at home, being keen to invite people round to share dinner with us, allows for the inclusion of family and friends into your relationship and is yet another important step. It lets them know that you’re keen to share with them a relationship that’s growing in seriousness. Bringing others into your personal life, introducing them to your place and building memories moves your relationship to the next level. Similarly, when familiar routines evolve it’s often a sign that habits and doing things

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together has become a positive, automatic part of your relationship. Things that have become a normal, regular part of your day, your week, your life together, that you do as part of your shared time show that there’s a long-term mindset being established. As they accumulate, all those little ‘our’ things are another sign that there’s exclusivity within the relationship. Having ‘our’ song, ‘our’ restaurant, ‘our’ place, creates a special bond together, everything that’s lovely to enjoy when you’re in a long-term relationship. It’s very special to have intimate moments to reflect upon, those memories times that have become ‘in jokes’ that you smile about, that reinforce your bond and mean so much. Mutual respect builds a connection towards a long-term relationship, the understanding that there’s loyalty and support for each other, even if at times you disagree or don’t share the same viewpoint. Tuning in to what the other person thinks or feels in an interested, caring way demonstrates empathy for them and their point of view. Sometimes it’s hard to tell what a long-term relationship looks or feels like. We may feel cautious or apprehensive about presuming too much too soon. But discussing serious ‘stuff’ like living arrangements, finances, planning ahead and having conversations about big trips, maybe future children are all important ways to connect on a special level, that let both yourself and your partner know that you’re ready to look for a long-term relationship.

Article By Susan Leigh Susan Leigh, South Manchester counsellor, hypnotherapist, relationship counsellor, writer & media contributor offers help with relationship issues, stress management, assertiveness and confidence. She works with individual clients, couples and provides corporate workshops and support. For more articles, information or to make contact please visit: http://www.lifestyletherapy.net PAGE

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Will This Economic Crisis Help Make Us More Eco? As I write this, I’m feeling the With the world’s overreliance on oil and gas effects of an afternoon in the putting us all in a vulnerable position due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, it could accelerate garden and greenhouse. the adoption of other ways to produce energy. Yes, I’m of the age where I “oomph” as I get out of a chair and the knees click as I move around! Like many of you, I’m sure, I’m worrying about household bills and how the inevitable shrinking of disposable income is going to affect our ongoing attempts to be eco-friendly. With the energy situation seeming to mean runaway rising bills (including petrol/diesel for the vehicles), it feels that any family budget will be meaningless. Without a doubt it is very scary and so much seems to be out of our own control. But will this become the point when many adopt more eco choices if only out of necessity as practicality?

Already eco heating companies are dealing with an unprecedented level of interest in sustainable heating options. Unfortunately, these do take higher investment to start with but for those with the potential funding, this is going to become a very competitive market. Upgrading insulation is going to be the other area to concentrate on as well as returning to the old favourites of turning off lights, heating on low (don’t pop away that sweater yet), and making sure you don’t have unnecessary electrical equipment left on standby. Value for money is going to be the watchword, and just because something is priced low, doesn’t

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mean it’s going to be the most economic. I was having a discussion with someone the other day about their ‘bargain’ shampoo. It’s cheaper than the one I use, but mine lasts considerably longer, works really well, and ultimately is an eco-brand. I tend to think I’m getting better value in the long run. You’ve also got to have your wits about you - in the supermarket today I saw at least 2 examples of where multi-packs were promoted to make them look great value, but in fact, if I bought two of the smaller volume packs it was cheaper. If you use an EcoEgg, soap nuts or laundry sheets for clothes washing, they’re more likely to reduce your costs if you swap from conventional options. As I’ve written about before, buying second-hand can be a great economic option, particularly clothing, but you do have to have patience and an open mind about how something can potentially be adapted (so many good YouTube tutorials) or worn in multiple situations. I don’t know about you, but when prompted by the recent Ukrainian refugee crisis to find clothes, etc for donation, there was still plenty of barely worn items that I knew I wouldn’t miss. As well

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as doing the rounds of the charity shops, there are so many online options both to buy and sell. Transport is going to be another tricky economic area to navigate. Post-pandemic public transport use still is lagging behind its previous levels, and in many rural areas relying on it isn’t a practical option. I’m working from home two days a week which saves me 100 miles of fuel, but in order not to run up my fuel bill, I sit with a blanket or hot water bottle on my lap! I’m cutting back on any unnecessary journeys, which ultimately, I should have been doing anyway as an eco-queen! In the garden, I’m planning on collaborating with neighbours as to what we grow - swapping seeds/plants when the time comes. I’m also looking to sow the seeds that I saved from last year’s veg and flowers rather than heading out and buying new ones. As I have in past years, I’m reusing old yoghurt pots and sturdy boxes for sowing my seeds in and as I’ve already got my wormery and Hotbin composter, I’m converting my food scraps (even my Labrador doesn’t eat veg peelings) to compost. Not huge amounts granted but it’s great for improving my existing soil and supplementing the compost I need to buy. Again, YouTube can be your friend if you want to explore how to make your own composters. It can all seem very depressing and worrying having to keep such a close watch on our money. Ultimately, it’s something that is affecting the vast majority of people so maybe see if you can team up with others to come up with ideas or just support each other. If there is something we have learnt from the pandemic, it’s that our communities are amazing places for support, ideas and achieving the seemingly impossible.

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MOTORING REVIEW

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By Tim Barnes-Clay. Follow on Instagram: @tbarnesclay and Twitter: @carwriteups. The G70 embodies Genesis’ commitment to Europe through its body style, coupled with an expression of the athletic elegance demonstrated in all the luxury marque’s vehicles. The saloon is sexy, has room for five-up and delivers power in spades. Yes, this is a motor that will sort you out on your commute and the school run (if you have kids). But it’s also a car you can hoon around bends on your own all day long. The interior demonstrates an authentic blend of comfort, sophistication, and state-ofthe-art technologies. It is clear that quality materials have been used, and, along with an exceptional finish, a fighter jet cockpit appearance emerges. Award-winning technology and classleading safety come as standard for the

G70. Furthermore, with a dedicated Genesis Personal Assistant as well as home delivery and collection, you'll be guided through the entire buying and ownership experience. Like all Genesis models, there is a firm focus on driver engagement and entertainment. Yet, the G70 is also fortified with the versatility and functionality that allows it to meet the varied needs of motorists with active lifestyles. Thump is derived from a couple of commendable four-pot units. You can have a 2.0-litre turbo petrol or a diesel with 2.2 litres of turbo-powered get-up-and-go. I got behind the wheel of the diesel-driven version. See, new, heavy oil propelled motors aren’t dead yet (at least until 2030 in the UK!). The powerplant makes cruising a breeze, and, with bags of torque, you get the feeling the car

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could pull a tree out of the earth (or something comparable, if you get my drift). But it is no agricultural sounding diesel - this is a refined saloon car. The eight-speed automatic gearbox changes as effortlessly and slickly as peanut butter spreads on warm toast. And, on a straight section of blacktop with your shoe buried into the shag pile (almost) carpeting, you’ll find 62mph is accomplished in just 7.4 seconds. But, as touched on earlier in this piece, this Genesis G70 also makes light work of corners. And the incisive steering generates confidence about what’s going on between rubber and tarmac. Developed with the Genesis brand’s trademark attention to detail, passion, and excitement, the all-new G70 also packs the same technological features and luxurious character as its brother the G70 Shooting Brake. In summary, if you’re thinking about a new car and picture a German compact executive saloon, then think again and check out Genesis. The South Korean G70 is a worthy competitor and should be on your shopping list, alongside the likes of Mercedes-Benz’s C-Class, Audi’s A4 and BMW’s 3 Series.

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Genesis G70 2.2D Sport Line Auto as tested: • Max Speed: 143 mph • 0-62 mph: 7.4 seconds • Combined mpg: 41.8 • Engine layout: 2,199cc four-cylinder turbo diesel • Max Power: (PS): 200 • CO2: 171 g/km • Price: £40,480

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What Weight Should I Use To Work Out? It’s a tricky starting point. What and the fight or flight response. So even if weight dumbbells should I start you could discover your conscious 1RM it can with? What weight do I need in change depending on your state of mind. the gym? As you’re here, it’s likely you’re new to the weights things so we’ll come at it from that perspective. The best thing for new lifters is structure. There are more advanced ways of choosing weights but for now we will keep it simple. What we are about to discuss also works for barbells, body weight, resistance machines and cable machines. The go-to method you’ll often see is a percentage of your 1 repetition maximal lift (1RM). Though, you’re new to lifting. Do you even know what your maximal lift is per exercise? To physically find out will take quite a bit of time and without professional guidance are you confident you could lift something that’s the heaviest you’ve ever done? Technically you can’t maximally consciously contract your muscles to their maximum anyway. A lot to do with adrenaline

So if the 1RM go-to method has its flaws, what do you do? Well the weight you should lift depends largely how many reps you want to do, which depends on the type of training you want to do. In comes the Power Pyramid pictured; As above, the weight you want depends on the reps which is influenced by your training target. For most, the idea of reshaping their body would lend them to using the Hypertrophy training range. As such you’re looking at, in this example, 3 - 4 sets per exercise, with a 1 2 min rest between sets and lifting / pushing / pulling 6 - 12 reps. There you have the answer, a weight you can lift for somewhere between 6 and 12 reps. If you were to rate the weight out of 10, with 10 being the heaviest thing you’ve lifted and 1 being barely noticeable you need to score the weight somewhere between a 6 and an 8.

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However, say you have no idea what to lift. Well the rule we use for our Personal Training clients will help you to select a weight as well as helps you progress your weights. The 8 - 12 rule. It’s trial and error to start with but can stay with you for quite some time until you become a more advanced lifter. It goes thus; ● If you can’t lift at least 8 reps with good form in your set then lower the weight by an increment. ● If you lift 12 reps or more before reaching form failure on 2 consecutive sets you should increase the weight by an increment on the 3rd set. ● On the 3rd set if you manage at least 8 reps with good form then start on that weight in the next training session. If not, try again next session. Power Pyramid

Generally speaking you need to be lifting to your best good form potential. In theory, if you have the perfect weight, each set will produce fewer reps as you fatigue over your sets. Therefore, if you can manage a heavier weight on your final set, when you’re at your most fatigued, you can manage that weight next time when your fresh in the next session. There are more advanced methods that will pick holes in the 8 - 12 rule. To start with though, this method will do just fine! Say you want to do more endurance training you could use the same principles on the reps suggested in the power pyramid to make the 8 - 12 rule a 12 20 rule. Likewise for strength, 8-12 will become 4-5 and the 2 consecutive sets increase element still applies. There are more advanced rep ranges that exist such as those for drop sets, negatives, eccentrics, pyramids and German Volume Training which requires a weight you can lift for 20 reps but do 10x10 with failure! If the idea of picking your weights or looking foolish is still a daunting prospect you can head over to Armoured Muscle to look at the extra guidance we can offer or get straight to it with one of the pre-made workout programmes available from the Agora Shop. Armoured Muscle Personal Training helping you to live a stronger, healthier more resilient life. Find Us On Facebook Follow Us On Instagram PAGE

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Gardeners Urged To Stay Safe On Spring Return UK Power Networks wants Norfolk gardeners to put safety first as many Spring into action and venture back outside at the end of Winter. The UK’s biggest electricity distributor is reminding those with green fingers to stay on red alert when undertaking any digging work.

before work starts. Cable plans can be found at www.linesearchbeforeudig.co.uk. For larger projects use a Cable Avoidance Tool (CAT) •

When digging deep in the garden, for instance planting trees or installing fence panels, assume all cables are live and hand dig trial holes to check the depth of cables

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When mowing the lawn always fit plugs with a Residual Current Device (RCD) to protect against electrocution. This safety device automatically switches off power when there is a fault

The main risk to gardeners comes with deep digging, but wider advice includes how to stay safe using mowers, ladders and even replacing fence panels which may have been damaged during recent storms.

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If doing outdoor jobs involving a ladder always look up and look out for overhead power cables, for instance near trees, as contact could cause serious injury or even death

The top tips for gardeners include:

Debbie Chachulski, safety advisor, said: “As we move into Spring and the better weather many people will be getting out and about more in their gardens, and our advice, when undertaking work yourself, is to stay safe and be aware of electricity infrastructure.

The company, which distributes electricity to 8.3 million homes and businesses across London, the South East and East of England, needs gardeners to understand that contact with high voltage underground electricity cables can be fatal.

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Be aware of the location of underground electricity equipment and request details

Gardeners are being urged to stay safe around electricity at the start of Spring.

“People do need to scope out any potential locations of underground cables before they carry out any work which involves breaking ground. Gardening can be a relaxing activity, but to stay safe there is always a need to stay focused on the tasks you are doing.” If gardeners spot a safety issue or need to report a damaged cable, the number to call is 105, while a range of advice and information is available at Safety advice and resources | UK Power Networks

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THE CHARLES BURRELL

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The Charles Burrell Centre In Thetford Located in what was once a large secondary school in Thetford, the Charles Burrell Centre (known locally as CBC) opened in 2015 with a goal of setting up a Community Centre in the heart of the Barnham Cross estate. Since opening, the centre has grown beyond its original ambitions and today unites community business and learning all under one roof with a college satellite campus, 55 small and medium businesses and the community areas all working in partnership. Whilst we offer those startup businesses an easier way to get going with some support on offer too, it’s the community elements that set CBC apart. We have a Community Café alongside a training kitchen and a Community Supermarket. The café provides a wonderful environment for our tenants, staff and visitors to enjoy light lunches and snacks with teas and coffees or a freshly

made smoothy at super prices. We welcome individuals, groups of friends and sometimes have small but informal business meetings in the café too. The training kitchen has recently opened and has already welcomed local schools to its facilities - learning those essential life skills whilst having fun has to be a good thing - best of all the young people loved it. The kitchen has already worked with “Joy of Food” to run classes for adults too and there’s so much more planned including a local version of the Queen’s Pudding Competition that will be served at our Big Jubilee Lunch on June 5th! The Burrell Shop is the community supermarket - local Thetford residents (and the small villages nearby that recognise Thetford as their nearest town) on a lower income are encouraged to sign up as members and then enjoy the low prices - saving on average 30 to 50% on a large shop.

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It offers fresh frozen and tinned/prepacked foods as well as personal care, home and clothes cleaning products and pet food. Alongside the food, there is a lot of wraparound care offered from a listening ear to help from the fuel bank foundation, hygiene bank, form filling, help to find the right assistance with benefits or debt advice and so much more. Whilst looked after by a manager, the shop relies on a small team of volunteers too. It also offers a large number of young people valuable work experience. Community activities and events play a large part in CBC life too. We are a small team of employees headed up by CEO Nik Chapman CBE and love to offer a fortnightly free Community Lunch, weekly bingo sessions, fundraiser evenings and the Annual Community Day. We are in the process of setting up our

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friendly bench and wellbeing gardens too. This year, of course, we are very happy to be part of the Jubilee Weekend with a Colour Run and a free Jubilee Lunch! We couldn’t do all we do without our visitors, volunteers and working partnerships. We love being part of a wider Thetford network of community and business based organisations both local and national, Breckland and Thetford Town Council all pulling together to look after the folks of Thetford. Please get in touch with billie@charlesburrellcentre.org.uk to find out how you can get involved with the CBC as a prospective tenant, a sponsor, a volunteer or visitor. A warm welcome awaits you! PAGE

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1 In 10 ‘It’s just period pain, take a paracetamol and get over it’. How many times have I heard this? I should have put money on it every time I complained about my period pains; I’d be rich! I’m on the loo, not sure if I’m waiting for something to happen or not. The pain starts to shoot round my backside, up my lower back and round to my pelvic area. It happens in one sweeping motion that knocks the air out of my lungs. I gasp, but too loudly, I don’t want them to hear me downstairs (I have already been in the bathroom for way too long!) My face clenches up, my knuckles turn white as I grip my knees so tightly; fingernails start to puncture the skin. I start to breathe through my nose, out of my mouth, humming agony. I feel like the throbbing motion is a foghorn in my body; signalling a storm approaching. The pain feels like it’s never ending and I’m just about ready to set up camp in the bathroom,

when suddenly it stops! Suddenly the cloud of pain evaporates. I feel like my heart starts to beat again and I can breathe again. I could lay down, close my eyes and drift into a deep sleep from pure exhaustion. But I know I need pull up my pants, hoist up my leggings around my bloated stomach and slap that smile across my face. I head downstairs (they have been waiting!). ‘That was a long time in the bathroom, Niki! You ok?’ . Me, ‘Yeah, fine. May need some cranberry juice, its burning down there!’. ‘So…you’re not ok. You should see someone’. Yes, I know. An appointment has been made with sexual health. But I am NOT telling you that. The doctors had given me antibiotics for a water infection. Now the problem is back

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and it itches. It itches so badly that I can’t walk properly. I feel like a pregnant penguin. Fast forward to the appointment. Once again, my legs are in stirrups and I lay back and think of England! The clinic nurse is down there, under lights and latex gloves. Her instruments poke and prod, I clench my bum and grip the side of the bed. ‘I know this nearly done’.

hurts,

sweetheart,

we’re

Me, ‘What do you think it is?’. ‘You definitely have thrush, severe thrush, but we are also checking for anything else this could be’.

Me, ‘What does that mean?’. ‘Well, it’s not very big but it is big enough to cause you pain, so we may need to remove it. I will send the report to the specialist and they will contact you for the next plan of action.’ I waited, and as I waited I had the most horrific pain. It must have been about 2 or 3 weeks before I received my procedure letter. I was to go under general anaesthetic for keyhole surgery in order to remove the cyst. When the day came I was so nervous, I hate hospitals, but I had to be brave! Waking up, groggy from the anaesthetic, I groaned with dull pain and a fuzzy head. My doctor was standing by my bed.

Me, ‘Like an STI?’.

‘So, we went to remove the cyst but it wasn’t there’.

‘We need to check, but won’t know until the results come back.’

Me, ‘What? But you saw it on the scan, it was there’.

The clinic give me Fluconazole for the thrush. I felt dirty after that appointment. It felt like a punishment for having a single life, no matter how careful I was. I cross the waiting room on my way out, greeted by judgemental eyes.

‘Yes, it was. We think it ruptured since then. Which probably explains the amount pain you were in before the surgery.’

After a week or so I am called back to the clinic. Oh great! My doctor was right, I have an STI. ‘No, you don’t have an STI, your results came back negative. But we are concerned that there is something else going on and really want to get this checked out so we are referring you to the gynaecology department at the hospital.’ My eyes filled with tears, my first thought is cancer. And I have still not told anyone about this. I go to the hospital, they send me in for an ultrasound scan. The nurses push on my tummy and move the scanner around, apologising for my discomfort. Finally they finish and turn to me. ‘It looks like you have a cyst, on your left ovary’.

Me, ‘Ok, that’s good then. Has it caused any damage or anything more serious?’ (The C word comes to mind!). ‘No. However, we did find a few spots of Endometriosis around your womb’. Me, ‘Sorry, what? Endo….’ ‘Endometriosis’. And that was start of my diagnosis. To me, it meant a weight off my mind to know I wasn’t going crazy when things were unexplainable. At least there is a word for it now. But it also meant more questions; What does this mean for the future? Why did I get it? Am I always going to be in pain? Since then, I have had 3 laparoscopic surgeries and many more visits to the doctor and A&E. PAGE

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My scar tissue is so sore that I can’t have any more surgery done as I won’t ever heal from it. The next move is to possibly talk about early hormonal treatment (early menopause). Since I was diagnosed, I had the expectation of receiving sympathy from doctors - how wrong I was! In some ways, I have been made to feel like it was my fault. Like I am suffering because of my weight or my life style. In every single appointment I have had, I have been told ‘It’s only minor Endometriosis, you shouldn’t be feeling this much pain’, ‘you need to lose weight’. And yes, ladies, these doctors have been men. For too long I have just taken advice from male doctors, doing what they say and simmer down. But have they actually been listening to me? There is only so much you can get from reading medical books and the research made for Endometriosis is only the tip of the iceberg, it is continuing. There is still a lot that is unknown and to be explored.

I believe that we all know our own bodies, when you have a condition like this, you learn to listen to your body and work with it. Why can’t doctors do the same? Listen to me! I am just 1 in 10 who is going through it - that is a huge number. 1 in 10 women have Endometriosis and a lot more are not yet diagnosed. For the past 6 years, I have body painted a model as a public display of awareness in hope to grab attention. Also to raise money for the charity, Endometriosis UK. You can see my past fundraisers on www.onceuponabody. co.uk/endometriosis-fundraiser PAGE

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Nova Silver Spring Into Nature As spring gets into full swing, our team here at Nova Silver has been putting together our suggestions for some wonderful nature themed gifts. Whether you are shopping for a birthday gift this season or looking to treat yourself to some special new jewellery, we’re sure these pieces will give you all the inspiration you need. Our Kitten collection is full of whimsical designs which take inspiration from the natural world. These adorable Butterfly Studs would make a wonderful addition to any gifting set. Crafted using Sterling Silver these studs are perfect for everyday wear and are sure to last the test of time. Furthermore, the brushed finish on these earrings lends them a far more unique look than your usual silver studs. Butterflies are considered to be a symbol of infinite possibilities and the wonders of transformation, these earrings may act as a token for new possibilities in your own life this spring. Also from our Kitten collection, this Honey Bee Pendant perfectly encapsulates the coming of spring. If you are looking to surprise your loved one with a gift why not pair this pendant with a matching set of studs or drop earrings, all of which are crafted using Sterling Silver. Honey Bees are often related to harmony within relationships due to their collaborative nature, making them a wonderful gift for those you hold dear. Each of these designs are understated enough to incorporate into your everyday wardrobe whilst adding a touch of fun and whimsy, a truly universal gift. For those who may be looking to really make an impact, this Rose Brooch features a 3D rose head made from Cognac Amber with a highly detailed Sterling Silver stem which conceals the brooch pin. A design such as this is perfect for the more eccentric of gifts or as a statement piece in your own collection. Roses have long been given as a token of romantic affections, perhaps you may want to extend a more permanent floral gift to someone special in your life this spring. All of these pieces are available via our website alongside our special gift boxes which can be purchase separately as a finishing touch!

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Best Of Norfolk - Through The Lens Of Our Readers Thanks to the wonderful photographs shared by our followers on Facebook, have a look at these marvellous March images of our stunning region.

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How Are Your/The Children? As we emerge from an unprecedented, stressful and emotionally draining two years now could be a good time to take stock of its impact on our lives and consider the aftermath, as well as reflect on the ongoing implications of decisions we perhaps felt compelled or had to make.

BBC reported that the Government has written off £8.7 billion of PPE. £673 million of unusable items (The Department of Health and Social Care), £750 million of equipment expired before use, £4.7 billion was overpaid for supplies and £2.6 billion of equipment was unsuitable for NHS use.

How many of us have felt pressurised or not sufficiently informed to make important healthrelated decisions and choices about ourselves and our children’s medical care throughout this time? We’ve had to work, travel, tend to vulnerable people in our care (according to The Disability Union there are 3.7 million clinically vulnerable people in the UK), manage school attendance whilst being presented with little or no choice but to comply with what the government asked of us.

So many people have held strong opposing views about the virus itself; about wearing masks, adhering to lockdown rules, social distancing and about the efficacy of the vaccines in protecting the general, non-vulnerable population against the virus. Often those contradictory viewpoints have been labelled divisive, but, interestingly, many of those views are now being accepted increasingly by the mainstream media and are certainly being heard by a wider audience as restrictions are relaxed.

Whilst many families have been struggling to keep their children fed, The Trussell Trust has revealed that the number of foodbanks in England exceeds the number of McDonald’s restaurants. And yet, throughout this time the

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closures, curfews, tier systems, ‘firebreaks’, face masks, mass vaccination programmes and mandates have been handled and the amount of scientific data on vaccine contra-indications and reducing cases diagnosed has consistently failed to be reported by main stream media. Several signed The Great Barrington Declaration. Eminent names include Professor Carl James Heneghan, British general practitioner physician, clinical epidemiologist and Fellow of Kings College, director of the University of Oxford’s Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine and former Editor-in-Chief of BMJ EvidenceBased Medicine, Dr Mike Yeardon, scientific researcher, pharmacologist and former VP at Pfizer Inc and Professor Dolores Cahill, Irish Molecular biologist and immunologist. They have consistently advocated the use of zinc, vitamins C and D3 to support a healthy immune system, with early intervention using ivermectin or hydroxychloroquine to treat the virus, both inexpensive and effective early options. Many of us feel that it’s important to be given the full picture before making life-impacting decisions about the way we live our lives, the way we shop, work, the people we’re allowed to meet, about whether or not we take a drug that’s still in

clinical trials and which, due to the government introducing a state of emergency for two years, has been granted full immunity against criminal prosecution for any vaccine damage until midlate 2023. The UK Department of Health and Social care confirmed in 2020 that they had granted indemnity from legal action to vaccine suppliers so that the vaccine could be rolled out earlier than anticipated across the country. (This year alone Pfizer anticipates making $54billion in sales.) And yet, Vaccine Adverse Events Reports (VAERS) in the US has released data of vaccine injuries up to 11th February 2022. There were 1119061 reported events; 23990 deaths, 130774 hospitalisations, 119454 requirements for urgent care, 173802 visits to doctor, 13982 Bell’s Palsy, 43476 permanently disabled. (Reference; openvaers.com/covid-data). The European Medicines Agency (EMA) is investigating reports of ‘heavy menstrual bleeding and absence of menstruation’ after MRNA covid shots (Reuters). Whilst the UK beauty industry reports increased skin sensitivity after the COVID-19 vaccine, including a huge rise in skin grazing and reddening after waxing treatments. Pfizer’s own trial data is starting to be released in response to a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the FDA. Whistleblower, Brook Jackson, who was the Pfizer Vaccine Trial Manager, has filed a $2 billion claim for data and medical integrity fraud witnessed during the clinical trials. An increasing number of documents are being unsealed as evidence in her case. Whilst we may not agree with those who rail and rebel against the perceived bias of mainstream media and see them as conspiracy theorists, anti-vaxxers and trouble-makers, these are certainly the people who prompt us to think, who cause the Government to appreciate that they can’t simply steam-roller through policies without being held to account, without having to explain and justify themselves.

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Working from home has also required major changes to our routines, having to learn new ways of working, whilst being hot-housed perhaps with an irritable partner or children, feeling helpless at not being able to physically connect with friends or elderly relatives. This stress has contributed to reports of increased mental health issues, suicides, domestic violence and alcohol abuse.

Even when we disagree it’s important to protect the rights of others to air their views and say what they think, especially as our lives are being increasingly monitored by technology, through our phones, loyalty cards, debit cards and CCTV providing 24-hour surveillance, collecting data on everything we do, everywhere we go, anything we buy. Much of the information we consume is fed to us through a handful of mediums; the news channels, press and social media. It’s important to ‘follow the money’ and investigate who owns the news channels, funds the research or stands to gain from the outcome. That’s why the voices of those who disagree are increasingly important, providing alternative opportunities for us to hear and investigate other ways of thinking, of doing things, of living. Choose to listen to diverse opinions and then make up your mind. Some children and adults are still coming to terms with the aftermath of lockdown, perhaps experiencing FOGO, the fear of going out. Some continue to home school, whilst also juggling many financial, emotional and work-related pressures. The BBC reported in February 2022 that the number of parents choosing to home school their children has increased by 34% in England over the last two years.

Those who’ve felt isolated and alone have often struggled to do all that was expected of them, whilst managing their own fitness and mental wellbeing. The pandemic has pushed demand for children’s mental health services to record levels. Despite being at low risk of Covid, the disruption to their lives, routines and education is feared to have had a significant impact on youngsters’ mental health. Referrals for children and teenagers needing NHS support between April and September 2021 soared by 81% compared with the same period in 2019. There were also more than 15000 urgent or emergency crisis care referrals during that period, up 59% on three years ago. The data was analysed by QualityWatch, a joint initiative between the Nuffield Trust and Health Foundation think tanks. Between April 2020 and March 2021 QualityWatch found that one in five children waited more than 12 weeks for a follow-up with mental health services. Dr Camilla Kingdom, president of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, warned of long-term consequences if children do not get timely support. ‘Three-quarters of lifelong mental health problems start before the age of 25 and today’s children and young people are considered to have worse mental health outcomes compared to previous generations’. Now, as the thought of holidays and summer breaks arise, it’s interesting to see how many countries are following the example of England in removing almost all Covid rules. Professor PAGE

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majority of children have now had Covid, consequently giving them better immunity than from the vaccine. He reiterated that it is now accepted that these vaccines cause harm. (Anyone who has experienced vaccine injury has had the opportunity to report it via the Yellow Card scheme, offered by the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency, website - yellowcard.mhra.gov.uk, and whilst some people have provided alarming data, it’s thought that many have not reported their symptoms)

Karol Sikora, CMO of Rutherford Cancer Centre and former Director of WHO Cancer Programme says, ‘we lead the way in valuing freedom and have proved that it can be done safely. A dangerous precedent has been set in this pandemic and it’s one that cannot be repeated.’ Children’s daily lives have been heavily affected. A recent survey of schools conducted by the Education Endowment Foundation, found that children who started school in autumn 2020 needed more support than in previous years, specifically in the areas of communication and language development. 96% of the schools questioned responded that they were either ‘very concerned’ or ‘quite concerned’. Equally highlighted was the support needed by children in areas of personal, social and emotional development (91%) and literacy (89%), skills that rely heavily on the development of strong speech, language and communication abilities. Whilst parents have done their best, their children have missed out on the structure, routine, discipline and human interaction that school attendance brings into their lives. Dr Anthony Hinton, writing in the Daily Telegraph, shares the view that the vast

Dr Hinton echoes the widely shared opinion that for children the vaccines are all risk, with zero benefit. Dr Peter McCullough (MD MPH, expert in analysis of C19 pandemic and the medical response, physician, author, editor, news commentator) has expressed concerns at the number of post-vaccine excess deaths in the UK of boys aged 15-19. The HART Group has pressed the UK Government on excess mortality in the second half of 2021 in teenage boys as vaccine compliance rates reached 60-75%. In May-December 2021 the UK excess deaths reported in males 15-19 was 402, with the prior 5-year average being 337, a death rate of 34.6, up from 29.5, source Dr Peter McCullough. This concern comes in light of the Gill investigation demonstrating fatal myocarditis in two American boys on days 3 and 4 after the second vaccination. Now we’re faced with the question, ‘will vaccinating teenagers really prevent disruption to schools?’, an article by Professor David Paton, scientist at the University of Nottingham, who’s frequently presented NHS data to show that any alarm is exaggerated and based on dubious rationale. ‘It is hard to overstate what a catastrophic failure the Government and SAGE’s policy of continual restrictions and lockdown has been’. Reference The Spectator publication for the full article. Even now, SAGE is claiming that the Government’s plans to get back to normal will ‘increase anxiety’, The Daily Mail online 12 Feb 2022.

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But, over time, it’s interesting to see new insights and information coming to light. Is now time to question how you feel about the choices you’ve made? Angelique Coetzee, the doctor who discovered Omicron in South Africa, was interviewed by online media platform Welt.de (and numerous other media outlets), where she reported that she’d been pressured by European governments not to say that the variant causes mostly mild symptoms. Bill Gates, speaking at the Munich Security Conference, February 2022, stated on record, ‘Sadly the virus itself - particularly the variant called Omicron - is a type of vaccine, creates both B cell and T cell immunity and it’s done a better job of getting out to the world population than we have with vaccines.’ And yet, in England, experts like Neil Ferguson and SAGE have continued to warn us to prepare for daily deaths of 5000 from Omicron, even though the figure has never risen above 300.

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“ Our children rely on us to make correct, informed choices that support their lives, their health, wellbeing and future options.” So now let’s introduce a more upbeat tone and commit to moving forward with our lives. It’s certainly time to give thanks for those people who’ve chosen to ask questions, who’ve continued the discussions and fought to uncover what’s going on. Our children rely on us to make correct, informed choices that support their lives, their health, wellbeing and future options. Now is time for them to rejoin their lives, to learn about the importance of a healthy diet, exercise, to enjoy the outdoors, spend time in nature, to be physically interacting with other people of their age, laughing, crying and gradually becoming responsible, resilient and confident young adults. However, we feel about the Covid vaccine it should be down to freedom of choice, especially now that the ONS have reported that 98.2% of adults in England have Covid antibodies, providing a level of protection. It’s time to respect each other’s decisions, without looking to cause division or segregation, an important lesson in tolerance to teach our children.

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How To Encourage Your Children To Express Themselves Through Poetry Writing poetry is good for the soul. However, children are seldom encouraged to write poems outside of their classroom environment. This leads them to believe that poems are stuffy and ‘boring’ and switches them off from this form of creative writing. I began writing my book ‘Sticky Toffee Poetry’ to try and rectify this situation and encourage children aged between nine and twelve to have a go at writing poems just for the sheer enjoyment and sense of achievement it can bring. Since I solicited poetry submissions from both adults and children alike for the book, I found

that there are certain approaches to poetry writing that appeal more specifically to kids, which I will share with you below; Firstly and most importantly, they must know that there really is no ‘right’ or ‘wrong’ way to write poetry. No grades or red pen involved. Knowing they will not be marked or judged will help them get started, as will simply praising their efforts when they care to read a line or two out loud to you. Some poets like Emily Dickinson (1830- 1886) were made famous by their unusual use of punctuation, which went against the normal standards for their time. It is common for poems to be written in more than one sitting, so don’t try to get them to complete it all at once unless they are in full flow. The poetry brain seems to work best when given

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periods of rest and reflection. You may find they will come back to it when they are ready. Secondly, you must appeal to a child or tween’s sense of fun! Reading them poems that are silly or make them laugh will be an incentive for them to write one for themselves. Limericks are the perfect short poems that children of any age should be encouraged to try because their purpose is to be unusual and funny. Take the example of the limerick below from ‘Sticky Toffee Poetry’: “There was an old man from Peru, So hungry he ate his own shoe. The laces were yummy The leather tasted funny But the soles were the hardest to chew.” Limerick poems follow a simple structure that is easy for children to follow, with rhyming words on the end of the first, second and fifth line, and again on the third and fourth. More guidance on limerick writing can easily be found on the internet. To sign up for notifications when ‘Sticky Toffee Poetry’ is released this spring, head to the link below; pre-order Sticky Toffee Poetry (mailchi.mp) Article By Jane Bell, author of ‘Sticky Toffee Poetry’ due for release Spring 2022

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What Kind Of Parent Are You? There are various parenting styles. If you were to complete one of those quizzes, it’s doubtful that the result would be what you’d like it to be. While we might aim to completely embody a certain type of parent, it is much harder than simply reading books and sharing words on social media. After all, we are human beings, and life can be up and down for most of us. Here are a few ways in which my thinking has changed over the years of parenting my two daughters and three stepchildren. Breastfeeding When I first became a mum, back in 2012, I was faced with so many conflicting emotions linked to my parenting. I had my own wishes for exclusively breastfeeding my daughter, but a significant weight loss meant we had to return to hospital and spend time on NICU. I felt disappointment as well as a sense of shame that

I had failed my own child. In retrospect, failing my child would have been refusing to give her formula and putting her at risk. We all know the health benefits of breastfeeding for infants and their mothers, but there are so many other factors to consider, too. Snobby attitudes linked to bottle feeding belong in the past. As the saying goes, ‘fed is best’. Does combination feeding make someone a bad parent? No. Nappies Again, before the birth of my first child, I was adamant that I would contribute towards the saving of the planet. My parents had managed to use cloth nappies with me, though moreover because plastic ones weren’t commonplace when I was born. In fact, the first ones in the UK were Pampers and they didn’t appear on the market until 1982, the year of my birth. I remember taking the time to wash all these bamboo cloth nappies and hanging them on the

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clothes horse. They looked so cute. The reality was that, once my first child was born, we were unable to use the cloth nappies in hospital (I’m not 100% sure why they have that policy), I got used to plastic. Hands up... I wasn’t the parent that I wanted to be then. However, I have made peace with that. And I used plastic again with my second. Make cloth nappies easier and less of a faff to clean then I’m sure more people would use them. Does using disposable nappies make someone a bad parent? No. Technology Having witnessed a heck of a lot of kids obsessed with their devices, I was determined that mine wouldn’t end up being glued to a tablet. For a number of years, I was successful at this. I once saw a mother walking down the street on her phone whilst her two-year-old daughter walked beside her clutching hold of her tablet, watching a video on YouTube. The zombie states of the pair of them worried me as there was no

awareness of the busy traffic or the strangers around. That memory sticks with me. My kids know that there is a limit to their exposure to tech, though throughout the lockdowns, they had way more time than I would ever have liked. Parental settings are still on all devices within our household, and we try to protect everyone as much as possible from the harm that exists and can so easily find children online. Does giving children access to technology make someone a bad parent? No. But I strongly believe there must be limits. These are just three areas in which I feel my views have changed. Ultimately, as long as your children are as safe, healthy and happy as possible, you are doing a good job. Good enough is certainly enough. The notion of supermums and superdads existing is ridiculous. Unless you wear your pants on the outside, can read your children’s minds and have the exceptional ability to get your children to eat whatever meal you place in front of them, that title does not belong to you. PAGE

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What’s been your proudest moment as a parent? “Seeing the way my children were when the youngest was born. They’re typical boys yet they were so gentle with their baby sister, stroking her face and touching her tiny hands and feet.” Andy

“My daughter is only two, but the moment she said ‘Dada’ for the first time filled me with pride.” Jade

“I couldn’t possibly narrow it down to just one... walking, talking, being a kind older brother, starting school, reading a book without any help. So many moments!” Marie-Anne

“I remember watching my daughters perform on stage for the first time. There’d been many nervous wobbles beforehand, but they both did brilliantly. My youngest blew me a kiss as she was walking off. Priceless.” Vicki

“The first time my son walked was by far the proudest moment since I became a dad. The doctors told us he never would, so he’s defying the professionals, and I’m pleased as punch that he’s such a trooper.” Adam

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Horoscopes For April Aries 21 March - 20 April

Gemini 22 May - 21 June

Taurus 21 April - 21 May

Cancer 22 June - 23 July

The Sun continues its journey through your sign, which is good news, as you’ll have the confidence and energy to initiate goals that mean a lot to you. But there’s also a dreamier and very spiritual focus in play, with Venus and Mars moving into Pisces. Intuition and imagination can peak, allowing for bright dreams, wise guidance and creative flare. The Solar Eclipse on April 30th hints at an opportunity to enhance your income that you won’t want to miss. The emphasis on tying up loose ends and letting go of emotional baggage, will be a focus until week three. It’s a chance to consider your priorities and make plans for the coming year. But your social life will also be at a peak, with Venus and Mars encouraging you out and about, and connecting you with others on your wavelength. You’ll be in your element as the Sun enters your sign on April 20th, and a Solar Eclipse on the 30th is perfect for launching a key project.

While you’ll be keen to socialize and enjoy a chance to mingle, you’ll also be ready to use your natural charm to make progress with goals and career plans. Your ideas can be noble and idealistic, but are they practical? A few tweaks may be needed to make them a reality. Go easy around April 12th, as things might not be as they seem. Your spiritual zone will be in focus from week three, with a Solar Eclipse on the 30th encouraging practices that inspire peace of mind. You’ll be flying high, with the Sun in a prominent zone pushing you to showcase your skills, send out your CV and generally get yourself noticed. Even so, as Venus and Mars enter Pisces, your thoughts may be on expanding your knowledge and experience. You’ll be looking into options that can be a challenge, but also an opportunity for growth. From the 20th you’ll be keen to connect with others who share your ideas. Regarding one encounter, fate could play its hand.

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Leo 24 July - 23 August

Sagittarius 23 November - 21 December

Virgo 24 August - 23 September

Capricorn 22 December - 20 January

Libra 24 September - 23 October

Aquarius 21 January - 19 February

Scorpio 24 October - 22 November

Pisces 20 February - 20 March

Ready for fresh adventures? The desire to enjoy new experiences could see you booking an impromptu getaway to a sunnier climate. You’ll also have a thirst for knowledge, and may find studying very rewarding. Ready to transform your life? This April can find you ready to let go of something that isn’t working out. Doing do will pave the way for positive new developments. The Eclipse on the 30th might usher in a powerful shift on the career front, so be prepared, Leo.

The Sun in your sector of finances may bring out your resourceful side, and find you eager to invest wisely in schemes that will bring a good return. Relationships are also high on the agenda, encouraging a team spirit that can see you accomplishing much. Your love life sparkles with promise Virgo, but go easy around April 12th, as someone might not be all they seem. Big opportunities await, with a Solar Eclipse on May 30th encouraging a bold and confident move.

Need to resolve a relationship issue? The Sun and Mercury in Aries, can make it easier to talk things over and find a compromise. You’ll also be busy at work, as harmonious Venus and feisty Mars move into Pisces. This could be an opportunity to streamline your affairs so you’ll be more productive. Life may take a deeper turn, as the Sun enters Taurus. It might be time to let go of whatever isn’t working, so you can make space for new developments, Libra.

Ready to get organised? The Sun and Mercury in feisty Aries, encourage you to tackle areas that are in disarray. Decluttering your office and getting rid of paper piles, will give you space to think clearly and enhance energy levels. Leisure and pleasure options sparkle with promise, and romance may be on the cards, especially around April 12th, when a dreamy aspect comes to fruition. A potent Solar Eclipse on April 30th could coincide with an important encounter.

Enjoy some downtime, so you can take off on new adventures. The Sun in invincible Aries, may find you trekking, hiking, cycling and engaging with other sports that involve a small degree of risk. This is when you feel most alive, Archer. Equally, the desire to beautify your place and get it shipshape, could give you immense satisfaction. You’ll enter a busier phase as the Sun moves into Taurus on the 20th, with the Solar Eclipse on the 30th perfect for initiating healthier habits.

An optimistic focus on home and family, is perfect for decluttering and making space for new projects. Trashing or selling anything you no longer need can feel like a release, as well as earning you extra cash. You’ll also be busy with writing, admin and networking, as Venus and Mars move into Pisces. Ready to work on a creative project? Now is the time. The Eclipse on April 30th reveals that a blossoming romance or new friendship may be on the cards for you.

Eager to clear the air? The Sun and Mercury in Aries, encourage you to say it like it is, and sort out an issue that may have been lingering on for too long. Have big plans? A sound strategy will help you accomplish them with ease, Aquarius. When it comes to finances, be especially careful around April 12th, as a moneymaking scheme could see you losing instead of gaining. The Solar Eclipse on April 30th might find you engaged with projects at home, which can include a move.

Want to make your cash go further? You may be ready to create a budget that helps you save money, as well as enjoying a few treats. Have marketable skills? This is an excellent opportunity to put them into action. And as Venus and Mars enter your sign, people can be drawn to you and your special qualities. Has romance been lacking in your life, Pisces? The coming month could easily make up for it. The Eclipse on April 30th brings an opportunity that sizzles with promise.

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