MA-577-2013 Editor: Diane Hamer
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Introduction
Hola Everyone, Wow what a Hot July it's been and an even hotter August to come. The local Feria's are in full swing now and so are holiday makers galore. I've encountered more new British and Spanish faces this summer than previous years which is a good sign of things looking up for Businesses in the area. This edition is packed with lots more interesting articles, 7 new advertisers, and information that I know you will enjoy reading. Check out the Dog Show Results on Page 38, new places to visit and don't forget to pass your copies on to friends, family and to bars & restaurants for their customers. On a sadder note, since the last edition of the Inland Solutions magazine, there have been 3 deaths of well known local British people in the area and our sympathies go out to their relatives & friends. Kelly Poole, & Jim Aspden from Fuente de Piedra will be sorely missed by locals of the village as will friends & family of Brian Dennison from Saydo Park, Mollina. Funeral Plans are a blessing here in Spain and I can only stress the importance of being prepared for these inevitable events as we are all getting older. If you haven't already done so see the Iberian Feature on Page 37 and take action now before it's too late. Take care Hasta luego
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In this edition of Inland Solutions Magazine Page 4 Help - I Can’t Sleep
Page 6 The Last Goodbye A story by Ella Durham
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What’s On Guide
Entertainments
Page 14 Out and About in Zahara with Nick & Mo
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Page 26 Football Legends Johan Cruyff
Page 34 10 Exercises for the spine. Continued from June/July edition
Recipe - Delicious Chocolate Cake
Page 22 Out and About at Italica with Jenny
In this edition of Inland Solutions Magazine
Pepi’s Page
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Page 32 Horoscopes
Page 38 Fuente de Piedra 2nd Fun Dog Show 3
Interesting Articles
Help – I Can’t Sleep By Bren Hosking – Inner Solutions Many people have problems sleeping, it is one of the most common problems across both genders, all ages and all occupations and is also a very common sign of stress but can also be caused by a number of other issues. So, do you have a sleep debt? A sleep debt is accrued over time. A one night lack of sleep won’t make a great deal of difference, whilst a large prolonged sleep deficit may cause mental, physical and emotional fatigue leading to distress and possibly ill health.
Sleep Debt (The sleep deficit filter was adapted from Sleep Thieves - Dr Stanley Coren. 1996) 1.
Do you need a loud alarm clock to wake you in the morning?
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Do you find getting out of bed in the morning requires an effort?
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Do you sometimes fall asleep when you had not intended to?
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Do you find yourself getting very sleepy in front of the TV?
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Do you regularly drink coffee or tea to make yourself more alert?
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Do you sometimes find yourself getting sleepy when reading?
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Do you regularly feel that you are working at less than normal energy levels?
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Do you sometimes find yourself getting sleepy when driving?
The more yes responses the larger the sleep debt and the less likely you are to be functioning to your best ability. If you have a sleep deficit, don’t worry about it! Worrying about insomnia will cause you more harm than the insomnia. Quite often the insomniac gets more sleep than they think they do, but in- between the sleeps, they clock watch and worry about not getting enough. Consider the nights You were awake but lay relaxing You lay tossing and turning with your mind racing Which will you feel most refreshed from?
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How much sleep should we need? We all need different amounts of sleep, 8 hours is rather like an average dress size... one size does not fit all. For example Toscanini needed only 5 hours a night, Margaret Thatcher insisted she only needed 4 hours but President Calvin Coolidge required and took 11 hours sleep per night, so slept almost half his life. Some psychologists state we need less sleep as we get older, others state that we require the same amount but not in one go, hence afternoon naps, power naps and the ability to relax at night when not sleeping should be thought about, along with when it is practical for you to rest.
For Further information on managing sleep, stress, relationship or personal issues contact bren@innersolutions.eu or telephone 655743865 for an appointment.
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Interesting Articles
There are many ways to assist sleeping both practical and psychological We all know many ways to help sleeping, like reading a light book, a warm bath, avoiding a large meal or too much alcohol before bed and having a glass of milk (which works as it contains tryptophan which assists sleep) Here are a few you may not have considered: We are creatures of habit, if you are tossing and turning for 20 minutes, get up and retrace your bedtime steps, check the door is locked, go to the bathroom and stand in the bedroom where you undress for a few moments, then get into bed and tell yourself you are ready to sleep Learn to night dream; we all day dream at times; if you cannot sleep, imagine a loved one holding you, think how you feel secure and safe, remember happy times, visualise good times happening in the future If your mind is racing, keep a pad and pen (not an ipad or tablet as it is back lit and therefore will stimulate your eyes) next to your bed and write down the thoughts that keep circling – If you know you may worry about things then write them down before you go to bed and remember, do not put your light on as again the light stimulates your eyes making you more awake. Use a small down lighter that attaches to your pad or book. Does your mattress support you? Are your pillows comfortable? Remember your pillows elevate your head so neck, shoulder and hip problems can be exacerbated by your sleeping position. Try reducing your pillows to just one if you are waking up aching. Consider your sleeping position – Professor Chris Idzikowski identified that 95% of us have a favourite sleeping position and just because we like it, it doesn’t mean it’s good for us. A final point Paul Kern was a soldier in WW1, he was shot in the frontal lobe but survived. From that moment on, until he died 40 years later, he functioned normally, worked every day, but could not sleep. Neither drugs, hypnosis nor sedatives made him sleep. He would lie down, close his eyes and relax but didn’t sleep, even for 1 hour. Sleep is a form of the deepest relaxation, so don’t worry when you cannot sleep, just find the right way for you to relax and who knows, you may drop off!
Stories
The Last Goodbye By Ella Durham When I look out of my bedroom window, I can see the green fields and the hillsides and the lake. It is a sight which normally enthrals me, but not today. I stare out at the view with sad eyes. The lake looks quite still, with tinges of pink - a sure sign that the flamingos are still here despite the air turning chill. The trees are bare now. Gone are their bright green leaves which swathed the skyline during high summer. The last of their rich gold and red gown fluttered down to the earth some time ago, as the winter beckoned. The sun is shining today and the sky suggests a glorious day. But today is anything but glorious. It is a sad day. “Come on, Duke,” I say, trying to sound upbeat while grabbing my warm coat and pulling on my boots. “Let’s take a walk - a long walk!” Duke jumps up from his bed by the fireside and rushes to the back door of the kitchen. He stares at the rack of hooks which hold the hundreds of bits and bobs which have been granted no other home; hats, coats, umbrellas, keys of various sorts and...dog leads. Duke looks at his lead and he wags his tail but then, as if he realises something is not as it should be, the wagging stops. He looks at me with those big soulful brown eyes and they ask a question which I cannot bring myself to answer. Slowly, I take a handful of treats from his yummy jar, clip on Duke’s lead and we set off. The air is sharp and stings my face as we walk through the soft green of the olive grove but not as much as the sting of the tears which fill my eyes. I tell myself it is merely the wind on my face but I know it is not true. Today is a sad day, a day I have feared for some time and one which most of us face at some point, if we are truthful. Duke scampers off into the grove and the park, which lines our regular walk. He knows the path well and he runs here and there, nose to the floor, sniffing for scents only he can detect. I call him to heel. He ignores me. Funny little dog! I ponder on how strange it is that we become so attached to little things in our lives. Things we should simply like, not love, but we never do - just like them, I mean. To us, they become part of the family; trusted, cared for, protected against people who would treat them badly. Are we foolish to do so? I don’t think so. So when we lose one of those little family members, it’s hard to bear. That’s why I’m sad today. Duke barks at a rabbit which has sprinted across the grove and he gives chase. I allow myself a small smile knowing it is too quick for him. He gives up and runs back to me. “Come on, boy,” I say, rubbing his ears and giving him some of the sweet treats. “It’s time we headed back home.” He cocks his ears, as if he knows the time has come. I smile at him but my heart is heavy. It is almost the time I was dreading. ”There’s something I have to do before it’s too late. We have to say a last good bye.” I bend down and kiss the tip of his nose. It’s cold and wet and I love it. We walk back to the house. My husband is standing in the doorway. Duke runs up to him, barking and wagging his tail so hard that I’m convinced it will fall off .
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Stories
“Darling, they’re here. They have come to take him away now,” he says reaching out for my hand. He understands how I feel. We walk into the house. Two strangers rise from our sofa and greet me with an outstretched hand. They smile at me but I cannot smile back. Parting is such sweet sorrow, it is said, but all I feel is a heavy heart. “Everything is ready,” I croak, trying not to let my feelings show. “I'm sure my husband has signed all the necessary paperwork. I’m sorry if I kept you waiting. I just needed to gather my thoughts for a while. I’m sure you understand.” They nod. “Now, if you’ll just excuse me a second,” I add and hurry into the sanctity of the empty kitchen. Duke follows. He watches with as much of a puzzled expression as a funny little dog can muster. I stroke his soft hair again and he licks my hand. ‘Don’t worry,’ he seems to be saying. ‘It’s going to be all right’. I reach up to the bits and bobs hook and take down a set of keys. We walk out of the house. The two strangers follow me. Walking out to the front gate, I see my little Ford Fiesta parked there. The silver body work gleams and the bright red ‘go faster’ stripe I had put on the side, still make him look racy and appealing. This little car and I have been through a lot together. I sigh. “Well, this is goodbye, my little friend, my last goodbye to you. You have served me so well and I have loved having you. I shall miss you, but now we need something bigger - what with the baby coming and all the paraphernalia it commands, not to mention Duke and his toys.” I pat the bonnet gently and turn to the strangers in my garden, frantically wiping away a tear. My husband is standing there, holding the offending piece of paper in his hand. The receipt of the betrayal I feel. He shakes his head. “Oh, sweetheart,” he chuckles, “‘Fred’ is not going to the gallows. This nice young couple have promised to take great care of him. Now, he will be the first car they ever bought, not just yours!”
Calling All Areas
Local Markets Sunday: Alameda, Casariche Monday: Archidona, Osuna Tuesday: Mollina, Antequera Weds: Alameda, Saydo Park Mollina, Camping La Vinuela, La Vinuela Thursday: Humilladero Friday: Fuente de Piedra, Ecija, Lucena, Puente Geníl Saturday: Aguadulce
FUENTE DE PIEDRA HAS A DROUGHT: PLEASE SAVE WATER Because of the lack of rainfall this calendar year in Fuente de Piedra, it is now in drought and if these weather conditions don't change radically, it could be serious. The governing team are carrying out measures to stop leakages to prevent water loss, but it needs everyone to join together to help save water. Drop by drop the water runs out. Drinkable water for all The Town hall pleads with the town’s residents and visitors to treat water in a responsible manner and not to waste it. Do take notice of the shortage when watering gardens, vegetable plots, when cleaning patios and using water in the kitchen etc. The Town hall doesn't want to take drastic measures and cut off the water or fine people for irresponsible behaviour. Water you don't drink We're depending on your help for the good of the community It’s gone and won't come back! It's up to all of us -SAVE WATER!
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What’s On Guide
What’s On Guide THE WANDERERS. If you have a motorhome, caravan or tent and would like to join like minded people to rally far & wide, then The Wanderers might be for you. We are a group of friendly campers who aim to rally together approx 8 times a year. If the idea appeals to you, contact us for more details by sending an e-mail to campingwanderers@gmail.com
British Legion meetings take place every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at Parque Las Vina, Mollina at 11am.
The friendly Club meets on the first Tuesday of every month except August at The 5 Rivers Indian Restaurant, Calle Iglesia 11, Fuente de Piedra at 11 am. No meeting in August September 2nd: Talk about Banking from Daniella, manageress of the Cajamar Bank in Fuente de Piedra October 7th: Talk about Tax, the Law and Citizens Advice
Fuente Walkers walk every other week on a Friday, normally short walks that take about an hour and a half at a gentle pace, and normally dog friendly. If people would like e mails sent to them about forthcoming walks they can e mail Geoff at gandmspain@yahoo.co.uk
Monthly Wellness Clinics with a British Trained Nurse take place at Diane's Hair & Beauty Studio in Fuente de Piedra. Please book your appointments now for all regular health checks and any medical issues in private - book early as appointments are limited. Next clinics are Monday 4th August and Monday 8th September. Tel: Sarah 657 606 373 or Diane 659 991 743
Ballroom Sequence Dancing, every Wednesday from 2-30- 4pm behind Fuente de Piedra Town Hall. Tel Linda for more details 617165758 10
Entertainments
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Tel: 659991743 Saturday September 13th - the ABBA Experience Friday September 19th to Tuesday 23rd - When Did You Last See Your Trousers Saturday September 27th and Sunday 28th - Forever Divas Friday October 10th to Sunday October 19th - GREASE Salon Variety Theatre, Calle Emancipacion, Fuengirola www.salonvarietestheatre.com Tel: 952474542
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Periocular Cosmetics / Estética Periocular (Botox, Hyaluronic / Botox, AC.Hialurónico)
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We offer you a specialised attention with a direct human treatment, enriched every year during the past 60 years, which we have been applying with dedication to our patients 13
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Out and About with Nick & Mo
Zahara de la Sierra We have seen many beautiful villages during our trips out and about in Southern Spain, but there are few that can compare with the stunning white village of Zahara de la Sierra. Located in the Province of Cadiz ,within the Grazalema natural park Zahara is about a 45 minute drive from Ronda and can be reached from either the A382 Campillos to Arcos de la Frontera, or the A376 Seville to Ronda roads and is clearly signed. Driving towards Zahara you see the remains of a Moorish castle set on top of a mountain peak with the white houses of the village spread out below it, reaching down towards the Embalse de Zahara ,the huge man-made lake at the bottom of the valley. Looking up at the castle, with its commanding views of the surrounding countryside, it becomes obvious why it was so strategically important to the Moors and why the area was so fiercely fought over during the 15th century. Crossing a dam in order to reach Zahara, you can clearly see just how huge the reservoir actually is and imagine the area that must have been flooded to create it. We decided to spend some time there before going on up to the village itself and were really impressed with how the local people have utilized this resource and created a spectacular leisure area. The waters of the lake are the most wonderful blue and must provide a home for an abundance of wildlife and opportunities for nature lovers and those who want to take advantage of swimming, canoeing , fishing etc. There is a small sign, ‘La Playita’, the little beach, leading off from the road and this takes you to a really well thought out recreational area, with a ‘beach’ for swimming and water sports. This is surrounded by parkland, with bars, bbq’s lots of shady places for sitting out and the opportunity to try lots of different activities. On the day that we visited, there was clearly a gathering of seniors clubs and organizations from throughout Cadiz province, as their banners and t shirts made clear and it was not difficult to see that they were really having a great day out! They were trying archery, canoeing and lots of other activities, but the most popular was surprisingly, the zip-wire and it was quite something to see older people having the time of their lives, hurtling just above the lake, or through the trees on these wires and then rushing back to queue up for another go! The one thing that we all said was just how happy these people looked. Whether they were trying out the activities or just chilling out; the whole atmosphere was one of enjoyment and fun! I am sure that there would have been lots of sore limbs when they got back home, but I’m also sure they would have traded that for the great time they had, rubbed on some liniment and thought it was well worth some aches and pains for the pleasure they had had. Would I want to do this, rather than sitting playing bingo when I am their age? You bet I would! 14
Continuing on up to the village of Zahara itself you could see just how spread out it is and, clinging to the slopes of the sierra, it ranges from 300 metres above sea level to over 1,100 at its highest point. We took the easy route and drove to the top of the village, although it is equally possible, but a little harder on the calf muscles, to enter the village at the bottom and walk up. The first impression that you get is that the village is very well cared for and that the people here clearly take a pride in where they live, with lots of the houses having displays of flowers outside their houses or on the balconies. It also has a very laid-back feel to it, as do many of the white villages, but without the large amounts of tourists and tourist paraphernalia that has become so typical of some of the better known white villages closer to the coast. It is interesting that during the past 30 years there has been a migration of up to 2000 people from the village to the costa during the summer season to work in the leisure industry, but many of them also return to Zahara for the peace and quiet of their own village during the winter months. This is not to say that Zahara is lacking in facilities for tourists and we saw many very nice looking places to stay, most of them with the most spectacular views over the surrounding countryside, also no lack of bars and restaurants throughout the village. Because of its mountainside location the streets are often winding and quite steep, but the two central plazas are nice and flat and good places to relax and enjoy a cold drink. In one of the plazas is the lovely church on Santa Maria de la Messa and in the other the chapel of San Juan de Letran. Also worth a look is the interesting clock tower, Torre del Reloj. One ‘must’ is the short walk to the old Moorish watchtower as the views from here are fabulous. We did not make the trip up to the castle as it was just too hot, but I am assured that the views from there are spectacular and it is certainly something for the future when the temperatures are down a little.
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Out and About with Nick & Mo
We finished this part of our visit to Zahara with a stop at one of the restaurants in the plaza and what a fabulous place to have a drink and a snack. The waitress insisted that we went inside because of the heat and organized a table by huge windows, which she threw open to let in cool mountain air, but also to reveal the most glorious views over the countryside below. To eat your lunch with birds of prey quite literally flying past the window just a couple of metres away was really something.
Out and About with Nick & Mo
As we were walking through the village we noticed a poster announcing the Corpus Christi celebrations for the following Sunday. We didn’t think anymore of it at the time, but later at home I looked up on the internet and saw that Corpus Christie in Zahara was something not to be missed and has been declared a festival of National Tourist Interest. A call to our friends, a very easy decision, and the following Sunday we were back in Zahara. Access to traffic was limited so we joined with the other people making their way up the steep, winding streets towards the central plaza. It was clear from the cars parking up and the people heading in the same direction as us that this was going to be a well attended event, but it did not feel overcrowded and there was a really festive atmosphere. I can say with all honesty that all of us were quite unprepared for the site that greeted us when we reached the plaza. The streets that we had walked through just days before had been completely transformed with the fronts of all of the houses covered in greenery and the streets themselves just covered in a green carpet of rushes and leaves. The people of the village had collected what must have amounted to many lorry loads of branches of oleander, rushes, eucalyptus and other greenery and quite literally dressed the front of their houses for the festival and the effect really has to be seen to be believed, particularly as many of the oleander branches still had flowers attached, so bright splashes of red, pink and white stood out amongst the greenery. The work involved in knitting the branches together to cover the houses must be huge and if all the people did not get involved, it could never happen and, as well as all of the greenery, many of the local people had also draped fabulously ornate mantels from their balconies, hand-made and passed down through the generations.
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Walking on a carpet of branches and rushes certainly is an odd feeling at first, as you have no idea of the whereabouts of any pavements or steps, but it has the effect of keeping everything at a leisurely pace, which is good. Walking through the narrow streets and peering through doorways cut into the green dressing, into front rooms or bars and shops, gave quite a magical feel and add to this the wonderful smell of freshly cut vegetation, and your imagination could easily make you think you were in a forest. Dotted here and there among the greenery were a number of small shrines, very ornate and wonderfully decorated with flowers and each of these was visited by the procession of the holy sacrament as it made its way around the village. Bringing up the rear of the procession was a brass band, playing surprisingly good music! By the time of the procession many more people had arrived, most of them visitors like ourselves, to join the locals in the celebration. The place had a very busy feel, but by no means overwhelming and despite all that was going on, it retained that welcoming, relaxed feeling that we had felt the first time we visited. After stopping at one of the local bars for tapas and a drink, it was time for us to leave Zahara, but the festivities would continue late into the night and again the following day, so maybe an idea for a future visit during Corpus Christi would be to book a room and stay in the village as others had done and really get immersed in the whole thing. Seeing the Corpus Christi celebrations ,with the fabulous decorations is something that will long remain with us, but outside of this Zahara de la Sierra really is a lovely place to visit. The area around the lake is wonderful and could easily be a day out in itself, particularly if you have children, but it is the village that will always draw us back, with its spectacular views, but particularly its laid back, welcoming feel. If you get the chance do give Zahara a try, you will not be disappointed. There is no way that our few photographs can do justice to the beauty of this place, but there are some good websites that you can look at which will give you more information about the village, the lake and the fiesta. Out and About with Nick & Mo 17
Recipe
Recipe - Delicious Chocolate Cake Ingrediants: 100g caster sugar 115g unsalted butter, at room temperature ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 2 large eggs, at room temperature 230ml soured cream, at room temperature 250g plain flour 40g cocoa powder 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda Pinch of salt
For chocolate icing: 175g best quality milk chocolate 90g plain chocolate 230ml soured cream 2 sandwich cake tines, 20cm diameter, greased and base-lined Serves 8
Preheat the oven to 180c (350F) Put the sugar, butter and vanilla in a large bowl. Break the eggs into the bowl, and then add the soured cream. Sift flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, bicarbonate of soda and salt into the bowl. Using a wooden spoon or electric hand mixer on slow speed, beat the mixture for about 1 minute until smooth. Spoon the mixture into the prepared tins so they are evenly filled, then spread the mixture so it is smooth. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, then cool on a wire rack. Meanwhile, make the icing. Break up the chocolate and put into a heatproof bowl. Set the bowl over a pan of hot water and let the chocolate melt whilst stirring. When the chocolate has melted, remove the bowl from the pan and let the chocolate cool for 5 minutes. Gently stir in the soured cream to make a smooth, thick icing. When the cakes have cooled completely, set one of the cakes on a serving plate. Spread about oneTel: 655 928 622 third of the icing over the cake, then set the second cake gently on top of In this charming gift shop located in the first. Spread the rest of the icing Calle Encarnacion, 4, next to the Tourist Information Office in Antequera, you will on the top and sides of the cake to find beautiful, ornate pieces in wood, cover it completely. ceramic and leather etc at reasonable prices.
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Pepi’s Page
Adopting A Dog Adopting a dog is an excellent choice, but with careful consideration so that an informed decision can be made. By adopting a dog from Pepi's Refuge you will be giving him or her a second chance in addition to providing space to save the life of another abused / abandoned dog.
Questions To Ask Yourself Before Choosing to Adopt
If you have no previous experience with dogs, have you done some research into how to take care of the needs of the dog? Will your working hours allow enough time to provide the necessary care, attention and exercise for the dog on a daily basis? Are you able to cover the cost of food, veterinary care, monthly heart-worm and flea control etc? Do you have sufficient time available and are committed to provide obedience and toilet training if necessary, to help the dog adapt to living in a home? Do you travel frequently, and if so, what are your plans for the dog? Dogs can live a long time, can you make the commitment to care for this animal for all of his/her lifetime?
Are you willing to accept that your home and /or garden may suffer some damage during the adaptation phase?
Pepi's Refuge Calle Hormigo, Las Ravueltas, Pedrera, 41566 Tel: 953 120 574 20
Why Adopt From Pepi’s Refuge? The dogs at Pepi's see the same people everyday and get handled by the owners of Pepi's. Because of this, the character of each dog is very well known which is fundamental when matching a dog to a prospective family. In addition, a comprehensive questionnaire is provided so that this process is carried out with as much information as possible for the all parties concerned. The cost of running Pepi’s is enormous and the refuge receives no governmental help at all. All funding is by way of funds raised through events and donations. If you would like to make a donation to Pepi’s you can do so via Paypal or Bank Transfer, or….why not pop in, we’d be happy to show you around and explain how we operate and our plans for the future.
Dog of the month
Male Schnauzer mix Size: small 4/5 years old +/Weight: 5 – 10 kgs Colour: grey
History: Cruelly dumped at the refuge, unwanted and discarded like an old dish cloth.
Character:
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Pepi’s Page
All dogs are equally loved at Pep'is, but there´s a little chap that wins most visitor´s hearts in an instant and he is known as Sidney, AKA, Meerkat extraordinaire!! This Schnauzer mix must have crossed the Kalahari dessert at some point because he thinks he´s a Meerkat standing on his hind legs and charming the pants off everyone. An outstanding dog, good all rounder, no trouble at all. We have tried to find a negative adjective for him and we can´t. He is a pure delight of a dog, so loving and comical, loves his walks, good on the lead and with other dogs. We can´t understand why he hasn´t been adopted and it´s such a shame because although he puts on a brave face, it´s clear he´s desperate for love. Instead of watching a David Attenborough Meerkat documentary, just enquire about your man Sidney and you could have one, watching telly with you in your front room!!
Interesting Articles
Italica By Jenny Whiteley A group of children wearing hi-viz jackets follow their toga-clad guide through the massive charcoal grey walls along the processional route once taken by the gladiators. Lined up like a row of yellow lights they listen as the guide regales them with tales of net-men, fish heads and Thracians. Retreating into the cool corridor behind the curtain wall where the gladiators waited for their turn to fight, the children’s voices echoing round the arena make me think how noisy it must have been 2000 years ago with the clash of iron, the cries of animals, the yells of the fighters and the cheers and groans of 25,000 spectators. The amphitheatre at Italica
The amphitheatre is the largest structure at the archaeological site of Italica in the village of Santiponce, 9 km north of Seville, but it is only a small part of the original city. Beyond the amphitheatre part of the excavated town has been left exposed, revealing wide streets with large, spacious houses decorated with some very fine mosaics. Mosaic of Roman planetary divinities If you look down on the street plan from the top of the hill you can appreciate the size of this city which was once the third largest in the Roman Empire. The remains continue under the modern village where a theatre and a bath suite can also be visited. The layout we see today was largely due to the Emperor Hadrian (117-138 AD) and probably constructed to honour his adoptive father the Emperor Trajan. Both Hadrian and Trajan were born in Italica. 22
The city was founded in 206 BC, a date which marks a landmark in the history of Spain. At the start of the second Punic War (218- 201BC) there were two superpowers in the western Mediterranean: Rome and Carthage. Having defeated Carthage in the first Punic War (264-241 BC) Rome controlled the sea but Carthage still controlled most of Spain, which had been conquered by its famous general Hamilcar Barca. After Hamilcar’s death Carthaginian holdings in Spain were consolidated by his even more brilliant son, Hannibal. While Hannibal was gathering allies in southern Italy after inflicting some devastating losses on the Romans on their own territory following the famous crossing of the Alps with 37 war elephants, an unknown and untried young Roman named Publius Cornelius Scipio (Africanus) sailed to Spain at the head of the Roman army. In 206 BC Scipio faced the Carthaginians under Mago Barca and Hasdrubal Gisco at Ilipia, the location of which is believed to be the modern village of Alcalá del Rio. Hannibal was a brilliant military strategist but Scipio learnt from him and turned Hannibal’s tactics against the Carthaginians to win a resounding victory. After this battle the Carthaginians retreated from Spain, which subsequently became a Roman province. Needing a place to rest his troops and tend the wounded Scipio chose a near-by Celtiberian hill settlement on the River Guadalquivir. The Romans who settled there named it Italica because it reminded them of home. The town thrived with a flourishing trade exporting Spanish olive oil. Practical details Entry to the site is free to EU citizens Opening times: 1 June to 15 September: Tuesday to Saturday 09:00-15:30. Sundays and public holidays 10:00-17:00 16 September to 31 March: Tuesday to Saturday 09:00-18:30. Sundays and public holidays 10:00-17:00 1 April to 31 May: Tuesday to Saturday 09:00-20:00. Sundays and public holidays 10:00-17:00 Closed Mondays Certain public holidays the site is closed so I would advise checking the website: http://www.museosdeandalucia.es/culturaydeporte/museos/CAI/index.jsp? redirect=S2_1.jsp&lng=en
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There is a small car park by the entrance to the main site and a number of restaurants close-by. Buses run on the hour and half hour from Seville Plaza de Armas bus station (bay 33) and take about 20 minutes. They stop opposite the main site. I took the 9.15 bus to Seville from Fuente Piedra and returned on the 16.00 from Seville. With the bus trip to and from Italica this left me with about two and a half hours in Santiponce. This was enough for the main site but not enough to see the theatre or the other bath suite. Nor was there time to eat. You could also take a local train from Seville Santa Justa to Camas station where you can pick up the Seville-Italica bus for the short trip to the archaeological site.
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Tech Corner - with Inland Computer Services Uninstalling programs properly, without residue... When you want to remove a piece of software from your computer, most windows users will use the Add/Remove programs feature within control panel. However, when performing an uninstall using this method, many remnants of the program remain, in terms of files, folders and especially registry entries. All of this contributes to junk on your computer and if the program that you are trying to remove is malware, then using the Add/Remove programs icon has probably not done the job and left your computer at risk. Instead, an excellent program to use for the removal of software is Revo Uninstaller, which can be downloaded for free from http://www.revouninstaller.com/revo_uninstaller_free_download.html . This software runs a series of deep scans to ensure that programs you choose are uninstalled correctly with all relating entries in the registry being cleaned. There is also a free portable version of Revo, which you can put onto a USB stick and run from there when you want to perform uninstalls on your computer. Whilst we’re on the subject of uninstalling, it’s worth mentioning that the most popular anti-virus programs all need specialist removal tools in order to fully and correctly uninstall the products. McAfee, Norton, AVG etc all have links on their websites for their own specialist removal tools and it’s important to run these in order to mop-up all residue and hidden items that the software developers might have created.
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Football Legends – Johan Cruyff Stuart Govier remembers one of the Dutch Masters and originators of Total Football Ask a lot of modern day fans about Total Football and they will try to convince you that the Barcelona side currently riding high in La Liga invented this style of enterprising, complete and interchangeable method of playing the game. Older fans like me may point to the Dutch side that ruled the world in the seventies and the main man in their side was midfielder Johan Cruyff. Players such as Dennis Bergkamp and Ruud Gullit are considered quite rightly to be legends of their age but even they will point to the old master himself Cruyff as their inspiration. Born in Amsterdam in 1947 he joined his local club Ajax at the age of 10 and became the greatest Dutch player of his generation. He emerged from a youth system that also saw the likes of Johan Neeskens and Rudi Krol break into the Ajax side that began to dominate Dutch and European football. He made his first team debut at just seventeen and for the next nine years his superb balance, speed, ball control and passing ability set him aside from his contemporaries. He had an uncanny knack of picking a pass out from forty yards away and the vision to be able to deliver that pass onto a sixpence. The Ajax side he captained won three European Cups and he picked up the European Footballer of the Year award three times as they became a major force in club football. Not surprisingly the talent available in Holland at this time enabled their national side to prosper as well. Weirdly despite this plethora of talent they didn’t win any major cups but did reach the World Cup Final in Germany in 1974 where they lost to the hosts 2-1. 26
The total football that the Dutch played at this time was not a new idea but it was one that they brought to the attention of a world audience and boy did they play it well. The idea was simple. To build a team of players with equal ability in each position so that they could interchange with each other and disrupt an opponent’s chance of man marking them. Any player would be equally at home in any position. A centre forward like Cruyff could drop back into midfield and the midfielder swap with him and go up front. A defender could rush forward and play up front with a forward dropping back towards his goal. Cruyff used this system to develop his abilities as a winger and it was whilst moving out wide that he first showed off what was to become his signature move. The Cruyff turn. He would drag the ball behind him with his right foot turn his body through a 180 degree turn and then accelerate away with the ball at his feet as the defender looked on with a sense of awe. In 1973 after 240 games and an amazing 190 goals for Ajax he joined up with his old boss Rinus Michels at Barcelona and continued to set European football ablaze. He spent five years in Spain and went on to win both La Liga and the Copa Del Rey with Barca and then to the astonishment of the footballing world announced his retirement at the age of just 31. A short year later and regretting his decision he made a comeback in America for the Los Angeles Aztecs before moving on to the Washington Diplomats. He then returned to Europe and played out his career firstly in Spain at Levante and then back in his native Holland with first Ajax and then their arch enemies Feyenoord.
Cruyff is a true legend and a master of the way the game should be played.
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After playing football he moved effortlessly into management and won La Liga four times with Barca along with the European Cup Winners Cup and then the big one the European Cup in 1992. However, the strain of managing at the top level caught up with the Dutchman and a heart attack combined with the impatience of Barcelona’s hierarchy to win every Cup going led to his sacking after eight years in charge at the Nou Camp.
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New Football Pitch at Fuente de Piedra The Realenga (Fuente de Piedra) has a new football pitch. Last Friday 11th July Paco Hidalgo, Mayor of Fuente Piedra; the president of the Antequera development group Juan A. Martin Benitez and various members of local government officially opened the new sand based football pitch in the Realenga area of Fuente de Piedra. It was an installation much called for by the locals who live in the Realenga and the local government has been working for a long time on this matter to make good on locals' request. "We have made great economical efforts and along with the development group's subsidy we have made this pitch a reality for children and youngsters to enjoy" explained the Mayor. Paco Hidalgo told those present that this municipal zone had been freed up to accommodate this football pitch and a new 65,000 euros investment will take place in developing a leisure area for the enjoyment of the Realenga's inhabitants. Installed in the grounds of the new area will be barbecues, a covered zone, tables, benches, a play area, trees etc. Juan A Martin Benitez praised Paco Hidalgo and those present, acknowledging the work that had been put in to making this football ground possible, along with the benefit of a 21,000 euros subsidy. He went on to say that this isn't the first and won't be the last work to be undertaken by the local government to improve the life of those in this area. This was seconded by the Mayor.
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Exercises for the Spine continued from June/July edition Strengthening : Exercise “ Hold the tension” Posture: Lie on your back with bent knees and elbows. Head straight like making a double chin and tummy in. Movement : Push your elbows into the floor and hold the tension for 10 seconds . Repetition: 10 times
Exercise “ Bridge “ Posture : Lie on your back with bent knees and tummy in. It is important that knees are more bent than in the previous exercises! Feet under knees ! Movement: Lift up your bottom and hold there for 10 seconds. Repetition: 10 times
Exercise “Squat” Posture: Stand straight with feet wide Movement : Bend your knees as if you want to sit down on a chair. Repetition: 10 times
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Cooling down : Exercise “ Dog tail” Posture : Stand with feet wide in front of a table, with both hands hold onto the table Movement : Bend knees as if you want to sit back on a chair and now imagine you have a dog’s tail and wag it slowly to the right and to the left . Feel the stretch on your trunk side to side Repetition: 10 times
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