Oracle on sea - March 2014

March 2014

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nce March has arrived I always feel (and hope) that summer is just around the corner and with that in mind I can begin to plan all those lovely outdoor activities again. Cycling seems to be very popular at the moment and it is also a great way to get fit and enjoy some fresh air. This month’s fitness and health themed Oracle will hopefully inspire many of you to get back on your bikes for this spring and coming summer.

Billed as “the feel good show of the year”, brand-new smash-hit, Stateside spectacular Soul Legends is coming to Cliffs Pavilion on Saturday 24 May 2014 starring original soul legend Jimmy James.

We have teamed up with the promoters of the production to offer one lucky reader the chance to win a pair of tickets to see this hit-packed spectacular. For more details: www.thecliffspavilion.co.uk To enter please send your contact details to: Oracle/Soul Legends, 39 Alexandra Street, Southend SS1 1BW or email info@oraclepublicaitons.co.uk closing date Friday 28 March.

Happy Cycling!

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other’s Day, on Sunday 30th March, is the perfect excuse to spoil your mum rotten. And there’s no better place to pick up the perfect present, or treat her to a shopping spree and lunch, than The Royals Shopping Centre.

Over the years gemstones have come to represent particular months, making them ideal for commemorating important family events. At Sarah Beth Jewellers you’ll find an extensive range of earrings, necklace or ring made with your mother’s gemstone and the latest designs from Trollbeads, Citizen and Hot Diamonds.

The bright and bustling heart of Southend’s High Street, The Royals offers an exciting blend offamous-name stores and independent boutiques, making it the ideal destination for serious retail therapy whilst snugly protected from the elements by the spectacular glass-domed roof.

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Of course, if you’re taking your mum out for the evening and you both have “nothing to wear”, you’ve found the perfect excuse to visit The Royals. TK-Maxx offers designer labels at affordable prices. With a huge range for every possible occasion - located over two floors - plus a unique selection of gift items, there’s plenty to pick for the mum who loves to party, garden or cook!

If she loves the outdoors or is sporty - like Sochi superstar, Jenny Jones - then make a bee-line for Animal and X-Isle.

Just a few steps away you can explore the fabulous fashions in Primark. For the style conscious mum (not forgetting a treat for you) then visit Miss Wish Boutique. It’s a fashionista’s paradise, stocking the latest fashions and ontrend looks, plus celebrity-inspired collections.

Mother’s Day is also a great way to get mum’s preparations for summer well under way.

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Debenhams is an ideal starting point for all her fashion and beauty needs. And while you’re there, don’t forget to pop in to see what travel deals and destinations the lovely Virgin Holidays girls have available.

Dedicated followers of fashion are especially well served at Debenhams, with the hottest catwalk trends transferring to the High Street, you’ll find blooming florals and the brightest of brights on the expansive womenswear floor.

The ground floor is simply scent-sational – offering discerning shoppers fragrances from the likes of Thierry Mugler, Chanel and Christian Dior. Wayward sons can kiss and make-up with mum by visiting the cosmetics department and asking the superhelpful, glamorous assistants to put together a gift package from great brands; Clinique, Elizabeth Arden and Benefit.

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For the lady who likes to be pampered, The Royals is spa-vellous! How about a gift voucher for Toni & Guy, or Supercuts, so she can treat herself to a new hairdo, or perhaps a massage, facial or pedicure at Lashious?

After all that shopping, it’s essential to take time out and enjoy a spot of lunch. BB’s Coffee and Muffins, as the name suggests, specialises in premium coffee and freshly-baked muffins. It also serves a delicious range of hot wraps, sandwiches and toasties, plus refreshing cold drinks.

For the perfect cappuccino and slice of cake before you hit the shops again, Utopia, will revitalise you.

Costa Coffee is ideally located as a place to stop and watch the world go by or meet up with friends and family to enjoy breakfast, light lunch or some nibbley-gorgeous snacks.

Panoramic Views Whether you want a sandwich, wrap or one of its signature submarines, Subway will make a healthy snack just the way you like it.

Alternatively, take the escalator to Debenhams’ top floor and enjoy a hot meal and panoramic views of Southend’s famous seafront.

Before you go, there’s just one more essential item to purchase before heading home to wrap your gifts – a card. The Card Factory stocks a huge selection of greetings cards - and gifts that are perfectly priced for pocket-money shoppers - plus wrapping paper, ribbon and more.

The Royals has all the shops you need for your perfect shopping trip and the best Mother’s Day ever.

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Active Life delivers a wide range of programmes which complement and support existing services, thereby avoiding any unnecessary duplication of valuable resources. Sessions are delivered in partnership with Healthy Schools, Local Authorities, the NHS and Active Essex.

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Fabulous at 40 I

f you missed all the hullaballoo recently, you’ll be relieved to know that Kate Moss has still got ‘it’.

How to look fabulous when you hit the big ‘four oh’ hit the headlines when the UK’s favourite supermodel turned 40.

OK, not all of us possess the genes and cheekbones that have made La Moss one of the world’s most beautiful women but you can ease the passage of time and look sensational without spending a fortune.

Fishy business Cod Liver Oil is extremely beneficial for dry, ageing skin, as well as joints, hair, nails and digestive system. Take it daily.

Making up is not hard to do Use a primer, as it gives a lovely smooth base for makeup, hides uneven colour and blemishes.

Foundation is a must for anyone over 35 who wants to hide uneven tone and bring lost light back to their face.

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Here comes the Sun

Fringes are very youthful, not just because they’re fun and cool, but they also cover lines, wrinkles and pigmentation on your forehead. If you're worried about it looking harsh, get your stylist to cut into the line to soften it and flatter your face shape. As we get older, our hair becomes thinner and limper, so pick shampoos and conditioners that create the illusion of thicker, healthier hair.

Sunblock is still the most important and effective anti-ageing treatment. Make sure yours protects against UVA (primarily ageing) and UVB (primarily burning and cancer-causing) rays. Use one whenever you'll be spending extended periods outdoors, whatever the weather.

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Not your daughter’s. Being 40 still means you can be naughty but remember, there are limits…

Smokers' skin ages faster. Nicotine causes blood vessels to narrow, which then impairs blood flow. As a result, your skin is deprived of oxygen and other nutrients that help it to stay young looking.The 4,000 chemicals in a single cigarette also damage collagen and elastin, the two main fibres that help skin retain elasticity. Even if you can't see the damage now, you will. Kate, sweetie, take note...

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fuller figure. For those fashion forward ladies who seek to celebrate their curves in outfits that are nothing less than exquisite. We stock sizes up to 24.

Bigger sizes are available up to size 28. These pieces are designed with wider straps, modesty panels to the bust line sleeves and matching wraps. They are beautifully cut with delicate detailing so if you are choosing an outfit for a special occasion or event or cruise this range is perfect for you.

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At Eliza we take pride in being an independent boutique that has listened to what ladies are asking for and to our customer’s needs. A good quality daywear range that is comfortable and stylish. We have plus sizes that are designed to flatter the fuller figure.We have dresses with sleeves, yes the all-important sleeve. Dresses that can take you from the day time then on in to the evening. Our handpicked labels and ranges are chosen so that choosing pieces that mix and match is made simple. We have a wide range of Separates in gorgeous colours, styles and fabrics that can work well in any situation.

If you are looking for an outfit for the Mother of the Bride/Groom we can help you to choose. From our beautiful collection of stunning attire we have ranges to suit all your needs for this very special occasion.

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Health & Beauty

It ain’t what you do (It’s the way that you do it) ”

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ack of activity destroys the good condition of every human being, while movement and methodical physical exercise save it and preserve it” - Plato It’s a question I get asked all the time - what type of exercise is the most effective if you are trying to burn fat and lose weight?

It’s not really what you do - but how you do it that makes all the difference

Low-intensity

Eat beforehand if possible as, whilst some folks believe they do better by exercising in a fasted state, others believe training on an empty stomach could lead to you burning not fat but muscle tissue, to convert into sugar for energy.

Keep your sessions to a 20 or 30 minute maximum. You choose your own levels to work at, so be honest with yourself. If it’s too easy, step it up a level; if it’s too hard, just drop it down a bit. Your fitness level will improve over time.

Best Activity?

Low-intensity, long duration aerobic exercise, regardless of the activity, will help absolute beginners, but anybody with the most basic level of fitness is better off using interval training.

High-intensity interval training burns more body fat by increasing your metabolic rate both during and after training – so you keep on losing weight, even when you’ve stopped training and started watching TV.

Interval Training Interval training involves alternating short bursts of hard effort (i.e. sprinting for 10-30 seconds) with easier periods (i.e. easy jogging for 30-90 seconds). Any combination of intervals can be used, utilising speeds, inclines or resistance levels.

And people always ask ‘what is the best activity?’

I say the one that you actually DO! Intervals can be performed on any piece of equipment – be it a bicycle, rowing machine, or even your own two legs whilst speed walking or running. Just choose a cardio activity that you like the most (or dislike the least) and give it your best effort!

Remember, I offer a free consultation to anyone who is looking to make positive changes to their health and fitness. Contact me on 07803 042 070 or visit www.ramis-hf.com.

The earlier in the day you can train, the better, as this boosts your metabolism for the rest of it and maximizes the fat-burning effect.

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Oracle Security

Are your belongings SAFE in your home or business?

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ollowing last month’s issue where we featured ‘Know your ‘ABC’ of Security’ this month’s Free Security Advice is about the next step: Getting yourself a good safe”…

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against identity theft. Although it might be obvious, it’s important to lock up your vehicle keys too.

A high percent of vehicle theft across the UK is primarily due to people not deadlocking their doors and the subsequent theft of car keys left either hanging up by the door or on the sideboard just inside the door.

C} 5. Laminated Glass/Bandit Film

With a huge range of safes & security boxes on the market the BIG question is “which one is right for me”. Getting the right safe or security box is vital, especially if you’re dealing with ‘wriggly’ insurance companies.

2. If you’ve now installed your high security locks you’re probably feeling a little safer than before but burglars can be somewhat determined so they’ll probably now ‘have a go’ at breaking a window to gain entry.

Remember NOT ALL SAFES ARE ‘SAFE’ so get your advice from a specialist who knows all that there is to know & not from a ‘general store’

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recipe of the month In the Kitchen with Judy Barden

1. Preheat the oven to 190c/170 fan/gas 5.

Grease and line a 900g/2lb loaf tin.

2. In a large mixing bowl or electric mixer beat the butter and sugar for a few minutes until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Gradually add the golden syrup, vanilla bean paste and melted chocolate, beating well.

3. Sift the flour, bicarb and cocoa powder into a bowl and add a third of the dry mixture to the wet and beat well. Add the half of the boiling water, then half the remaining dry ingredient and beat again. Add the remaining water and dry ingredient and beat again.

4. Pour the batter into the prepared tin and bake for 30 minutes. Reduce the heat to 170c/fan 150/ gas 3 ½ and bake for a further 35-40 minutes until a skewer comes out almost clean. Don’t worry if a bit sticky. Remove from the oven and leave to cool in the tin then transfer to a serving plate.

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250g unsalted butter, softened plus extra to grease 224g dark brown muscovado sugar 3 eggs 150g golden syrup 1 tbsp vanilla bean paste 100g dark chocolate melted (70%) 225g plain flour 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda 25g good quality cocoa powder 250ml boiling water

5. To decorate, mix the icing sugar with enough water to form a thick paste. Add the colouring and mix well. Spread over the cooled cake and top with sugared rose petals.

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Oracle Cycling

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n male circles, middle age normally represents gaining weight, losing fitness, refusing to change and being very grumpy. This condition is known as the Manopause. There will be a time when the very big numbers on the bathroom scales force men into making a decision… get fit or stay fat!

New shiny bikes were purchased and at weekends the group would canter around the leafy, flat lanes of Essex clad in extraordinary colours, scaring local wildlife…….However, the idea of cycling from Land’s End to John O’Groats initially seemed absurd when it was first casually discussed.

For a group of lifelong friends from Thorpe Bay and Leigh, all the wrong side of 50, this dilemma loomed large. Their glory days on the football and rugby pitches of Southend were distant memories, their hard won trophies gathering dust in attics and garages. When they swapped their shin pads for the sofa and their gum shields for Fruit ‘n Nut they were initiating the first stages of the dreaded manopause.

Impressive Challenge

Mindful of their enlarged girths, some tried marathon running which of course helped them lose weight but in many cases led to injuries too dreadful to describe in a family magazine. So the trainers were discarded and the biscuit tin was re-instated.

Until the Eureka moment……which occurred while sitting outside the Angel Inn, when some of the group noticed a Middle Aged Man In Lycra thundering past the pub on a seriously slick looking bicycle. He looked fit, healthy and euphoric and this garishly attired athlete set off some curious minds.

The friends would later conclude that cycling offered the option of getting fit and having a good time with your pals, just like the old days playing football!! Eureka indeed!!

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Gradually, as logistics for such an epic ride were investigated and as the cycling bug bit even deeper, the group decided to take on the challenge of cycling from one end of the country to the other, over 2 weeks in June this year.

All arrangements have now been completed, work leave has been arranged, permission from spouses has been granted and a charity partner has been decided upon. That just leaves the fitness bit to sort out….more to follow in the coming months, and very importantly information about the charity Prostate Cancer that we intend to support through sponsorhip.

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Does digital communication have The internet has opened doors for us to a place in the home? communicate across the globe – but technology often leads to misunderstanding. A recent presentation delivered to a Science group, Basically, yes. I met a client in Leigh on sea, aged demonstrated that technology is a lot more 97. She had an iPhone and a PC and called us because her Webcam and Skype didn’t work. She complex than you imagine. used Skype to communicate with her daughter The quality of sound we hear, images seen and in New Zealand. Daily, she would connect visually emotions we convey, matter greatly for valid across thousands of miles to her loved ones. meaning. This complexity is not captured when Despite the machines inability to understand communicating through the internet. emotions, this level of communication works Whether it be via Skype, or a voice command to because it does not need to decipher the data your smartphone, communication can be tricky. first. Best of all, Skype is free to, so it works!

Anything that disrupts speech rhythms, and tone businesses rely on web of voice, facial expression and other physiological Successful cues, can affect interpretation of speech and communications, given the importance of transform the meaning. Software manufacturers conveying emotion, creating trust and empathy. are focused in two ways to improve digital com If technology can improve the processing of munication: non-verbal gestures, then needs to travel will diminish. One thing is certain, improvements 1. Improving digital speech quality 2.Transmitting emotion in human-computer depend on interpreting and understanding one another.

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Laughably, humans and gadgets try to talk to each other – via, tablets and mobile phones – it is the machine which struggles to understand. I’ve lost count how many times my phone has tried to voice dial Fred Bloggs when I asked for John Smith! Grrr.

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There will be 250 exhibitors presenting their latest offerings over 7 exhibition halls totalling 110,000 square meters, which last year attracted 690,000 visitors. In a survey carried out on 1,034 of last year’s visitors, most of them were ‘enthusiastic working males who love cars.’

The sections of this year’s motor show are as follows: Motor cars and chassis with 3, 4 or more wheels, electric and alternative powered cars.

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