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His H is aand nd h her er sspring pring preview preview Spring will certainly herald in some new looks for both men and women this year. Designers appear to be returning to the seventies and nineties for inspiration. Many of the catwalk shows present extreme looks to catch our attention, which are then copied by the high street. Let’s see what is in store this season!
M Men en I often feel men are neglected in fashion previews, but this isn’t the case for 2022. Sleeveless is the big buzz word; better to warn you in case you want to dig out the dumbbells! This style isn’t limited to tshirts, though – you’ll see it on sweaters and even blazers. Exposed biceps seem to be the order of the day for fashion houses like Prada, while Paul Smith is showing waistcoat styles with nothing underneath. Hermes are offering three button suits in cotton and linen. Forget dull grey and blacks; designers are going for a huge palette of incredible colours.
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Before the bare arms appear in the next few months, you’ll be able to get your fix of cardigan-coats – basically a very heavy knit cardigan, often in a coat length, and again in bright shades. Oversized shorts are also popular. If you have a spare £550 in your wallet, head to Giorgio Armani for a stylish pair. Sadly, designer prices do not reflect the lack of sleeveless fabric, but you’ll be able to find more affordable alternatives when they hit the high street shops.
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In In iitt tto ow win in iitt We’re now in month three of 2022 and most of us are fully aware of how our New Year intentions are panning out. I love Stephen Covey’s ‘7 Habits of Highly Effective People’ for its practical applicability – we all want to look good, feel great, lose weight, build muscle, make more money, be popular, etc. but we forget or don’t give enough cognisance to the why. This is where Stephen’s habit number two comes in – ‘begin with the end in mind’. The most impactful way the military facilitates long-term, big picture thinking is by focusing on the end goal. While specialised formations focus on short-term goals like taking a beachhead or knocking out a key enemy position, the Army as a whole is always focused on achieving victory in the long term. This is an important approach to adopt in your life; we can all maintain our focus on our end goals by becoming proactive and self-aware. Our many good intentions aside, what we spend the bulk of our energy striving for diverts our attention from the
underlying scripts which inform our desires and provide us with a more purposeful existence. Many of these scripts manifest as goals/v values foisted upon us by society – family, peers, pop culture and social media. Everywhere we look there are p e o p l e o r o r g a n i s a t i on s t r y i n g to influence us on how we should live, what our body should look like or what we should value. These scripts are what cause us to participate in status competitions (e.g. ‘likes’ on social media) that deep down we shouldn’t even care about. It’s for this reason that when we accomplish something special, we still feel like we haven’t achieved anything of significance.
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For those who chose the new year goal of losing weight, you’re either nearing the end of an 8-12 week ‘diet’ that may or may not have worked for you, or despairing at the thought of having to sustain a grim eating regimen to maintain your weight loss. Fundamentally, if you want to lose weight, the most significant factor is creating a caloric deficit in your body. This means consuming fewer calories than your body needs to maintain a healthy weight while sustaining bio-energetic needs. If you don’t have that dialled in, it won’t matter if you do intermittent fasting, keto, vegan or any other ‘commercial’ diets – you won’t lose weight! Whether you’re starting a diet or coming to the end of one, the key to your success lies in ensuring you’re maintaining a sustainable caloric deficit. Remember, you must be able to adhere to your eating (and exercise) plan in order for it to be successful and sustainable in the long term because this is what brings the best health outcomes and results.
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A couple of days later, rolling into chic Cortina d’Ampezzo, we rub shoulders with northern Italy’s jet set. The town evokes memories of 1956’s Winter Olympics, Ford’s multi-million selling car and ‘For Your Eyes Only’, Roger Moore’s fifth Bond movie. However, despite such fame, it’s the pale, sky-scraping limestone crags surrounding the resort that steal the show every time! It’s no wonder Swiss architect Le Corbusier reputedly described the Dolomites as the world’s most beautiful mountains. Stage three of a trip that is comfortably doable in 11 days (including whole days in Asolo, Brunico, Dobbiaco and Cortina) begins with more leisurely valley riding to Calalzo di Cadore. From there, some organised cycle tours break the ride with a train journey. Alternatively, historic Via Alemagna – part of the celebrated Munich-Venice cycle route – descends gently along the wooded Piave valley to the eastern Dolomites’ most impTo advertise call 01242 510500
ortant town. A further 24 miles (38km) on easy forest trails, between somnolent villages that beg you to stop and sample local gastronomy, brings you to Feltre and Asolo.
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Make a Will month If, like so many people, making or updating your Will is on your ‘to do’ list for this year, Cobalt’s Make a Will month is just what you need! Having an up to date Will in place can offer peace of mind that your wishes have been made clear. Not having this in place could cause your loved ones a lot of extra stress at what would already be a very difficult time. During April, our partner solicitors will be donating their expertise and time to support Cobalt. They will write or update straightforward Wills in return for a donation to Cobalt. The suggested minimum donation is a fraction of what you would ordinarily pay for this service. Making a Will through this scheme is a wonderful way to not only be able to tick something off your ‘to do’ list but also save money and support Cobalt; every penny of the donations made through this scheme comes to Cobalt. This year, all donations made through the scheme will go directly into our new PET/CT scanner appeal. Whilst the scheme runs during April, appointments are limited, so making contact with your chosen solicitor as soon as possible is recommended. For more information please visit our website www.cobalthealth.co.uk/support-us or call 01242 535922 to request a pack.
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K Kings ings S Square quare aand nd future future uses uses As Spring is arriving fast, so too are we nearing the completion of the much-anticipated Kings Square. A £5 million project funded by the Council, with works mostly carried out by local building company EG Carter, has seen the area completely remodeled over the past 18 months. Any day now, the final touches will be done and we can look forward to making use of this wonderfully renewed public space in the heart of the city. The granite structures around the edge of the Square are created by an artist and inspired by the Severn bore – the tidal waves created by the funneling effect of the River Severn at high tides. These shapes, enclosing borders of trees, shrubs and other plants, are echoed by a beautiful array of fountains that also mimic the waves. The fountains will be controlled and sequenced with music and lights to create some stunning displays.
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JIVE TALKIN PERFORM THE BEE GEES The timeless repertoire of the Bee Gees is brought to life in this stunning stage production that is taking the country by storm. This charismatic ensemble boasts stars from TV and London's West End and is fronted by real-life family members Darren, Gary and Jack Simmons making for an unrivalled vocal harmony blend. 7.30pm. Tickets £21 (concessions £19). 01242 258002. The Bacon Theatre, Dean Close School, Hatherley Road, GL51 6EP. www.bacontheatre.co.uk 9 MARCH COMEDY SHOWCASE Come and see the latest graduates from Chris Head’s Stroud stand-up course perform their first 5 minutes of stand-up. An uplifting and hilarious night. 7.30pm. Tickets £6.50. The Subscription Rooms, George Street, Stroud GL5 1AE. thesubrooms.co.uk 10 MARCH RIGOLETTO – THE ROYAL OPERA HOUSE In his first work for his own Company, Director of The Royal Opera Oliver Mears brings Verdi’s masterpiece into the modern world. Verdi’s thrilling Rigoletto pits power against innocence, beauty against ugliness, conducted by Sir Antonio Pappano. This special anniversary screening of Verdi’s Rigoletto celebrates 171 years since its premiere in 1851. 7.15pm. £15. (£12.50 concessions). Gloucester Guildhall, 23 Eastgate Street, GL1 1NS. gloucesterguildhall.co.uk
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David – was 15 and he remains a huge part of the club all these years later because he’s on the touchline every Saturday home and away supporting the team. “When I first joined the club we had five teams,” remembers Whitson. “We had four adult teams and I played for the Colts until I was 18 and then went up through the teams. “I think I got into the 1sts when I was 19.” He says that when he was at his best he was about 15st 7lbs, adding, “nowadays that’s too small, they’re all monsters now!” And while that may be true, Whitson was certainly a big part of Gordon League’s success story back in those days. “I think the best times were in the 70s and early 80s,” he said. “In the mid-70s you judged yourself on how good your fixture list was and how many cups you won. “We won the Combination Cup three times and also won the County Cup twice. “In those days the main team to beat were Matson. We beat them occasionally, they beat us more than we beat them but I remember beating them in a
final at Kingsholm, that was very nice.” Whitson was obviously a very decent player. “I could scrummage and I was alright in the lineout,” he said. And he’s clearly being modest when he says ‘alright in the lineout’ because ask him if he won any ball against the aforementioned Beaumont and he replies very quickly: “Of course I did!” Whitson certainly wasn’t fazed by taking on someone who would go on to become one of rugby’s greats saying: “You just got on with it, in those days you just played, he was a nice man.” Whitson also played with John Watkins, a wing forward who went on to play for Gloucester and England, during his time at Gordon League and also played with the Dix brothers – Stuart and John – wingers who both played for Gloucester. “I was lucky enough to play with so many good players, it’s hard to pick out individuals,” said Whitson. “Everyone was good and I made a lot of good friends.” Full story online.
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In fact, this ‘stinger’ is a proboscis, or straw-like tongue, for feeding on nectar, and the fly is completely harmless, not to mention characterful and pretty cute. Once you see one you’ll recognise them anywhere.
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all important personal touch. DIY projects are currently trending. Why not learn to reupholster, search out scraps of beautiful fabric and invest in a staple gun (Tacwise are good). Give your furniture a new lease of life with the latest decoupage look – paper shapes glued to a hard surface. Check out Annie Sloan’s flowers and birds decoupage kits inspired by Kew Gardens.
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I love paper white narcissi flowers; their fragrant scent really is the essence of spring. Create an amazing centrepiece by filling a huge bowl with lots of narcissi plants. A dining table decorated with soft blue grape hyacinths and paper whites in individual glass bud vases, mingled with tea lights can’t fail to lift your spirits. Small terracotta pots of individual grape hyacinths and miniature daffodils are lovely for a more rustic look. Finally, what could be more spring-like and welcoming than a beautiful vase of scented white hyacinths in the hallway!
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