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The Proverbial Can of Worms I recently gained at least 5kg eating lots of humble pie. You may have received a bulk generated email from me (or from one of my lovely Mum’s Mail ladies) with the subject line “Are you ignoring me…” (if you responded to the first request to update your details with us, you will not have received the reminder email). Now, while several people thought this was indeed a quirky and amusing way of heading an email which made them want to read it/take note and respond, others did not and were offended by my rudeness (which ranged from mild to severe offence and irritation). I have since done some research and discovered that this is actually a medical condition called SOHF (Sense Of Humour Failure).
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The real purpose of the email was to clean up our database, by simply asking you to click and update your details OR unsubscribe from our database if you no longer want to/ need to hear from us. I realise, in hindsight, that my choice of subject line was indeed not everyone’s cup of tea, and for that reason, I apologise unreservedly. I do also promise to be a lot more circumspect when selecting subject lines in the future. In fact, an entire department of “subject line authorisers” has been implemented as a result of my faux pas. Let this be a lesson to us all, that you’re never quite as funny to everyone else as you think you are!
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Meet the Cover Stars Trevor Ngcobo is a born and bred Pietermaritzburg father of three. He is a new vehicle sales executive for Mercedes-Benz Garden City Motors in Pietermaritzburg.
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For Trevor, the biggest challenge with being a father is balancing work and family time. “There is pressure to provide your kids with the best and we sometimes lose ourselves in the rat-race and forget that the kids also need time with you.”
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His advice to young or new fathers is this; “Spending quality time is not going to Spur or McDonalds with the kids. Sometimes parents get lost in what truly matters. Kids just want you around, sitting on the couch and watching a movie, kicking a ball in the back yard – these are what memories are made of and memories should be made of quality moments like these.”
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Child Kinetics Child Kinetics is an exciting new field in child development, focusing on the motor development of children. Addressing child development with Child Kinetics is a twopronged approach: 1. Preventative: An age specific programme, designed to ensure optimal stimulation to avoid developmental shortfalls. 2. Corrective: An age appropriate assessment is used to determine the cause of a child’s shortfall. A physical intervention is then implemented to resolve the problem and its cause. Motor development refers to a child’s ability to move, and is divided into two main parts: 1. Fine motor: small intricate movements using small muscles. 2. Gross motor: large movements using large muscles. ResearchdoneatPotchefstroomUniversityindicatesthattheincidenceofmotordevelopment shortfalls in children younger than 15 is between 25% and 30% and rising. Developmental shortfalls present in different ways, sometimes hidden by compensatory mechanisms, but can still seriously impact on a child’s development. Motor development shortfalls will impact on their performance at school and the sports field if not addressed. Tell-tale signs are: • Fidgeting/struggling to sit still • Poor concentration/inability to follow instructions • Lethargy/slouching • Poor hand-eye co-ordination • Clumsiness • Difficulty reading/ problem solving • Difficulty reaching across body • Untidy handwriting/difficulty writing • Unco-ordinated arm-swing when walking • Difficulty crawling/walking. Child Kinetics focuses on preventing developmental shortfalls and helping children who have shortfalls in their motor development. Shortfalls that are identified early are easier to resolve and have less of an impact on a child’s future development and performance. Written by Dewald de Beer, Child Kineticist at Progress through Motion, 072 473 4363, 033 – 3457 429, dewalddebeer@ymail.com.
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The ABC of Stress The ABC of Stress by Leon Grové (clinical psychologist) is primarily a quick read to get your thoughts rolling and to stimulate you to take a look at your own life and how you are dealing with stress. Stress is not there to be avoided at all costs. Each of us will or has experienced stress at some time in our lives. Stress can, however, be controlled. Learning how to deal with stress can be made that much easier if you take the letters of the alphabet and work through them, asking yourself if you are dealing with the particular letter in a positive or negative manner. More often than not, it is not the stressful event that causes the trouble, but our response to it. The purpose of this book is an attempt to share the information and experiences Leon has encountered in his 33 years as a clinical psychologist and management consultant. The activities and stress management skills mentioned in this booklet are done assuming that you will be working on the advice by yourself. Managing your stress levels is not just something that is going to happen but is something that has to be practiced and needs to be made part of your everyday life. Leon has assisted many managers and clients to deal with stress and change by using one or more techniques mentioned in this book. Contact: Leon Grové, Clinical Psychologist, 082 4435 696, 033 – 342 0027, email mwlevgro@mweb.co.za or visit www.levgro.co.za.
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KZN Squash Players Selected For South African Tour To Malaysia Three Pietermaritzburg squash players have integral role in developing girls’ squash in been selected to represent South Africa on KZN over the past thirty years. the U19 Schools Squash Tour to Malaysia Anyone able to assist with financial in June. Having played several ranking sponsorship to enable the girls to tournaments this year, culminating in the go on tour, please contact Lynn on SA Closed in JHB in the first weekend of 083 787 7004 or the holidays, all three girls were delighted lynnchemaly@gmail.com or to have made the cut. Noel Lee, Anele Janet on 082 377 6803 or Ngubane and Ana Chemaly have been labsfirst@discoverymail.co.za. representing KZN and have made the SA top 10 annually since they were juniors. They also play in the local Midlands Men and Ladies’ Leagues. The Malaysian tour will involve playing test matches against teams from Hong Kong, Malaysia and Australia, as well as playing in the Penang International Junior Squash Championships, and will include three days of coaching at the Nicol David Centre. The tour has been organised and will be accompanied by veteran squash champion and coach, Sally White, who has played an Noel Lee, Anele Ngubane and Ana Chemaly.
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Everyday Life • 3 – 7 Jun, 53rd ANNUAL ART IN THE PARK, Alexander Park, PMB, one of the of art selling exhibitions where buyers and the public have an opportunity to interact in the autumn splendour of fallen leaves, live entertainment, R30pp, contact 033 – 345 1348, events@pmbtourism.co.za, www. artinthepark.co.za. • 7 Jun, 9am – 4pm, MARITZBURG OVAL ARTS & CRAFTS MARKET, Alexandra Park, PMB, Monica, 082 774 5493. • 7, 14, 21, 28 Jun (Sun), 9am – 2pm, CITY HALL CRAFT MARKET, opposite PMB City Hall, Michelle 033 – 396 2807. • 10 Jun (2nd Wed monthly), 8.30am, WOMEN IN BUSINESS BREAKFAST, venue TBA, contact Ali Engelbrecht, 082 972 2675, ceo@womeninbusiness.org.za, www.womeninbusiness.org. za. • 18 Jun, 6pm – 8pm, BIZWHIZ MSCS BUSINESS NETWORK, Maritzburg Christian School, 82 Topham Road, PMB, contact Hilary Teal, 071 512 7530, hilary@bizwhiz.co.za, www. bizwhiz.co.za. • 26 Jun (Fri), 3pm – 7pm, UNWIND for businessmen and women, Protea Hotel, Hilton, 033–343 3311. • 6 – 28 Jun (every Sat & Sun), 9.30am – 4.30pm, GROWING PARKS, Chase Valley Road Park, PMB, jumping castle, slip & slide, fundraiser, all proceeds go to upkeep of park, growing. parks@gmail.com. • 27 Jun, 9am – 1pm, HOWICK HOSPICE WINTER FAIR, Howick Hospice, 7 Mansfield Road, Howick, contact 033 – 330 5257. • 1 – 30 Jun (various days), 9am – 430pm, DOMESTIC COOKING CLASSES, Vital Life Training, send your domestic lady on a three-day cooking course where she will learn how to make tried and tested home cooked meals, R1450pp, contact 033 – 386 4451, 083 445 1441, www.vitallifetraining. co.za. • 1 – 30 Jun (various days), COMPUTER TRAINING, R120 per hour, all Microsoft products, beginners to advanced, contact lynettemuchna@sai.co.za. • 1 – 29 Jun (every Mon & Wed), 9am – 11am, TAI CHI WITH DEBORAH DON, 1 Committee Lane, Hilton, 033 – 343 3226, 082 228, 7943. • 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Jun (Tues), 9am – 12pm, WALK IN MOSAIC WORKSHOPS, 50 Haygarth Rd, Kloof, contact 031 – 764 6454, 083 782 7810, sheila.nichol@gmail.com, www.kznmosaics. co.za. • 6, 13, 20, 27 (Sat), GENTLE YOGA (8am – 9am), YOGA FOR PREGNANCY (9.15am – 10.30am), Go Figure Fitness, 349 Town Bush Road, PMB, contact Glynis on 076 823 9327. • 11 Jun, 8.30am – 1pm, CUSTOMERS CARE ABOUT CUSTOMER CARE WORKSHOP, Chamber House, Royal Showgrounds, PMB, customer oriented sales workshop, tickets range from R510pp to 690pp, contact Lorna on 033 – 345 2747 or function@pcb.org.za. • 29 Jun – 2 Jul, 8am – 12.30pm, ASP TUTORING REVISION SCHOOL 2015, for Grade 11 and 12 pupils, maximising exam performance, maximise exam marks for varsity applications, structured revision for trials & finals, experienced teachers helping you prepare for exams, to register visit www. tutorlessons.co.za or contact Lindi on 083 501 2506 or Erica on 072 568 5155. • 29 May – 7 June, 9am, THE ROYAL AGRICULTURAL SHOW, Royal Agricultural Showgrounds, PMB, entrance costs R55pp (adults), R35pp (under 12 years and pensioners), children under 6 years are free, contact 033 – 345 6274 or visit www. royalshow.co.za. • 3, 10, 17, 24 Jun (Wed) 10am – 11am, CIRCLE DANCING, 1 Committee Lane, Hilton, Deborah, 082 228 7943, 033 – 343 3226. • 5 – 7 Jun, DAVE SHORT MASTERS INTER-PROVINCIAL SQUASH TOURNAMENT, Pietermaritzburg, contact Cathy on 033 – 342 2204, www.midlandssquash.co.za. • 7 Jun (1st Sun monthly), 10am – 3pm, HALLEY
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PARK MINIATURE RAILWAY, 78 Rudling Road, Bisley, Pietermaritzburg, catch a ride on the miniature train and enjoy a picnic, Food and drinks on sale, R8 per train ride, entrance to park is free. Andries Keyser, 082 557 2119, www.pmes.co.za. • 7 & 28 Jun (Sun), 8.30am & 12.30pm & 4 Jul (Sat), 10.30am & 2.30pm, INCHANGA CHOO CHOO STEAM TRAIN, Kloof Station (Stokers Arms) to Inchanga Station Craft Market (return), adults: R200, pensioners & children: R140, craft market, museum, food, picnic area, contact 082 353 6003, bookings@umgenisteamrailway.co.za, www. umgenisteamrailway.co.za. • 10 Jun, 12pm, CHAMBER LUNCH AT THE RACES, Scottsville Gold, New Market Room, gain exposure for your business by sponsoring a lucky draw prize, R175pp, table wine provided, cash bar, to book contact Lorna on 033 – 345 2747 or function@pcb.org.za. • 29 Jun (last Mon monthly), FLY FISHERMAN GATHERING, casual get together in the evening, arrive any time, Old Main Brewery, Old Howick Rd, Hilton, contact 082 574 4262. • 1 – 30 Jun (every Sat & Sun) 10am – 4pm, MOUNTAIN VIEW CRAFT MARKET, Mountain View, 033 – 390 6311, Lee-Ann, lee@ltpromo.co.za. • 6 & 27 Jun (Sat), 8am – 12pm, PIETERMARITZBURG SPCA MORNING MARKET, 235 Woodhouse Road, 033 – 386 9267. • 6, 13, 20, 27 Jun (Sat), 7am – 11am, KARKLOOF FARMERS’ MARKET, 2.6km outside Howick on Karkloof Rd (access on D507), 082 820 8986, Andrea. • 6, 13, 20, 27 Jun (Sat), 6am – 10am, PMB FARMERS’ MARKET, Alexandra Park, 082 886 0687. • 6, 13, 20, 27 Jun (Sat), 7am – 12pm, CLARIDGE FARM & GARDEN MARKET, 5km from Northway Spar, PMB on the Otto’s Bluff Road, 078 037 6908. • 6 Jun, 8am – 2pm, JESMOND DENE MORNING MARKET, Jesmond Dene Nursery, 204 Murray Rd, Cleland, PMB, fresh produce & crafts, pony rides, jumping castles, bonsai corner, face painting, contact Belinda/Hayley on 033 – 396 1342 or beanbag.cafe1@gmail.com, R120 per stall. • 7 Jun (1st Sun), 9am – 11.30am, DARGLE LOCAL MARKET, Lions River Club, contact Mike, 083 325 1082. • 25 Jun (last Thurs monthly), 5pm till late, PMB NIGHT MARKET, AB Jackson Soccer Training Fields, contact 074 375 5193. • 25 June, 5pm – 9pm, HILTON PRE PRIMARY MOONLIGHT MARKET, Hilton Pre Primary School, Vlei Road, Hilton, entertainment, jumping castle, sand art, crafts, stalls, proudly South African crafts & produce, food, drinks, free entrance, contact Pet Howes on 076 161 2833 or pethowes1902@ gmail.com. • 26 Jun (last Fri), 5pm – 9pm, PMB DUNROBIN MARKET, Dunrobin Garden Centre, 31 Warwick Rd, live music, kids’ entertainment, beer garden, food and crafts, dunrobinmarket@gmail.com, 076 788 2052. • 28 Jun (last Sun), ALEX UPMARKET, Alexandra Park, PMB, Michelle 033 – 396 2807. • 28 Jun, 9am – 3pm, INCHANGA CRAFT MARKET, Inchanga Station & Railway Museum, 076 564 6357, inchanga@live. co.za. • 3 & 24 Jun (1st & 3rd Wed), 7pm, MARITZBURG CAMERA CLUB, Victoria Country Club, Duncan Mackenzie Dr, Montrose, PMB, Leon Heyes, pmbcameraclub@gmail.com, www.maritzburgcameraclub.co.za.
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