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CONTENTS Welcome to the September issue of Selection magazine. As always you’ll ﬁnd our usual health and beauty tips inside. And if you’re feeling dreamy, check out our Top Ten cruise destinations (P4). If you run a business and would like to reach more customers, why not consider a cost-eﬀective advert in Selection? Contact me directly on 07756 777 688, or email jon@selectionmagazine.com, and I’ll be very happy to help. See you next month...! Jon Keen - Director

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Top tips for car boot and antique shopping

BEAUTY

FOOD

OUTDOORS

PUZZLES

Beauty trends you should try in 2014

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Try our brain boosting breakfast options

Microgreens make an 80s comeback

Sudokus, brain teasers, word puzzles and more...

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CRUISING

THE TOP TEN DESTINATIONS From Alaska to the South Pacific, there are many regions to enjoy from the comfort of a cruise liner - not forgetting The World Cruise. Few things compare with the joy of taking to the open seas and discovering far-off lands - whether that’s tiny tropical islands or sprawling global cities. The definition of indulgent exploration, take a look at our Top 10 Cruise Destinations for 2014, imagine yourself absorbing the cultures, flavours and calm that come with a holiday spent floating around such locales, and then get ready to go.

parks and chic nightlife, and the Yucatan peninsula’s abundant ruined temples (relics of the Mayan civilization) are all within reach whilst touring this neck of the woods. 8. Southern Africa Here’s where magical words such as Mauritius, the Seychelles and Madagascar start coming into play. That’s in addition to the obvious allure of South Africa, Tanzania and Mozambique on the mainland, oﬀering a great mixture of landscapes. 7. South East Asia

10. North Atlantic Ocean From the Transatlantic rite of passage, to lush landscapes such as the Bahamas, Bermuda, the Florida Keys and northern tip of the Caribbean, the North Atlantic oﬀers a multitude of delights. And we haven’t even mentioned the Canaries yet.

From Thailand, Vietnam and Cambodia to Malaysia, the Philippines, Papua New Guinea and Indonesia, from sprawling futuristic skylines of glass and steel to ancient cultures and isolated beaches, this is one of the world’s most unforgettable regions.

9. Southern US States and Mexico

6. Alaska

The sticky heat of Louisiana’s swamplands and New Orleans itself, Florida’s theme

It’s cold, barren and thoroughly inhospitable. Needless to say, then, you

don’t come here for the weather. As one of the last surviving wildernesses on Earth, Alaska has been attracting cruises for decades because of its unparalleled, unspoilt icy vistas. 5. Mediterranean What the Middle Sea lacks in tropical climate, it makes up for with searing summer temperatures and a colossal amount of history, along with relatively short distances between ports making for fewer days at sea. One for the culture buﬀs.

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4. China, Japan and South Korea A river cruise is unarguably one of the best ways to navigate China’s interior. Meanwhile by taking to the seas from Shanghai in the country’s east, the jawdropping beauty of Japan’s islands and South Korea are also yours for the taking. 3. Australia, New Zealand and the South Paciﬁc The downside here is that the Paciﬁc Ocean is huge, so be prepared for a few days at sea in any itinerary. Nevertheless, from Sydney, Melbourne, Auckland and

Wellington, to natural gems like the Great Barrier Reef and Samoa, it’s worth it. 2. Caribbean Whether it’s Barbados, St. Lucia, Curacao, Cuba, BVI or Antigua - to name but a few - it’s hard to deny that a Caribbean cruise is the archetypal luxury voyage, with tropical paradises lining up for you almost every day, thanks to the proximity of each island to its neighbour.

region may not shout quite as loud as its rivals, but there are very good reasons why shipmates return here year after year after year: serene landscape, clean air and the legendary Scandinavian hospitality. And don’t forget... The World OK, so this might be cheating, but we don’t care. The ﬁnest way to see every region of the planet is to embark on a mammoth cruise that will take in a little piece of them all.

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ANTIQUE & CAR BOOT SHOPPING In the UK we love a bargain and many of us are often on the look out for quirky and unique items for our homes. Due to our country’s rich history our car boots and fairs are amongst the best in the world when it comes to buying beautiful antiques.

paying too much on over priced items. Through doing your research before hand you should be able to get a gist of how much similar items cost and know how much to expect to spend. Set a budget and haggle prices down to make sure you stick to it and get yourself a bargain.

There is a method to sourcing tip top antiques for your home, and it’s important you make sure you pay a fair price. Here are our top tips for shopping at antique fairs and car boot sales-

Take Measurements

Do your Research Before you set out on your search do a bit of research ﬁrst so you have a clear idea of the kind of thing you are looking for. Impulse buying not only leads to over spending but it also means that you’re more likely to come home with something that doesn’t ﬁt well in your home, do this often and your home will begin to look cluttered and unstylish.

If you’re looking to buy a piece of antique furniture take measurements of where you expect to put it before hand. Take your tape measure with you when you’re out and about hunting so that you can be sure what you buy will ﬁt in your home, saving you from buying furniture, getting it home and ﬁnding out it’s too big for the space. Create a Wish List

Do some research online, looking at the diﬀerent eras, styles and examples of what you are looking for.

Create a wish list of items you’d like for your home, noting them down in a note book you can have to hand. This way if you are looking for one particular item you can still have your list in the back of your mind while you are hunting so as not to miss anything. This will also stop you buying anything unnecessary.

Set a Budget

Think Outside the Box

If you haven’t got any kind of budget in mind you are more likely to agree to

Be open minded and creative when it comes to antique shopping. Items which

might have been very practical 100 years ago might not work in the same way today. Try not to stay focused on the function of items, instead think about how you could use something and alternative functions. Carry Cash Always carry cash when you are shopping at fairs. It will help you stick to your budget and you know you’ll be able to walk away with your goods on the day, rather than having to leave them behind due to payment issues. Remember never to show the dealer how much cash you have on you, always haggle before you get your cash out.

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YOLO IS AMAZEBALLS

AND IS NOW IN THE OXFORD DICTIONARY Side boob, vape and fast follower are among the latest buzz words to be found in OxfordDictionaries.com, the online version of the world famous Oxford English Dictionary. Frequent Facebook users no longer slyly boast about their exploits, they “humblebrag”. A person who wears a particularly revealing top may be showing oﬀ some side boob - and, of course, it can apply to a man as well. People no longer view a couple of episodes of their favourite TV show - they binge-watch it. And if you are looking for adventure, why not go for it? After all, you only live once - or Yolo. Then there is neckbeard, used to describe the type of facial hair that goes around the neck rather than the lower part of the face. Some people might call that crazy or, cray, if you want to be current. Other entries include adorbs - adorable;

listicle - an article made up of a list and amazeballs - impressive or very enjoyable. The new words, senses, and phrases are added to the dictionary when they have been around for a certain time and have been used enough to become established. Their inclusion acknowledges they have moved from trendy fringe use to widespread currency. Oxford Dictionaries editor Katherine Connor Martin said: “One of the advantages of our unique language monitoring programme is that it enables us to explore how English language evolves diﬀerently across the world. “Naturally, many words are used in similar frequencies in the UK and US, for instance the informal additions amazeballs and neckbeard. “However, some new slang and informal words catch on much more quickly in a particular variety of English.

times more common in the UK than in the US (although this is due in part to its frequent use in the British media), whereas adorbs is used about four times more often in the US as in the UK.” Source: news.sky.com

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TOP BEAUTY TRENDS FOR YOU TO TRY IN 2014 The beauty industry is one that moves fast, with new technologies, new products and regular new trends it can be a little tricky to keep up. It is constantly evolving, but that is part of what makes the beauty industry so interesting. Here are the top beauty trends and innovations to try this year-

red and auburn tones. This colour looks great on tanned skin as well as fare so it’s the perfect way to transition into winter. Go for chocolate auburn now for a great tan enhancing colour, as your tan fades this colour will go just as well with paler skin, complimenting nearly every skin tone. Coral lips...

Barely there make-up... The natural look has ruled this summer, but rather than it being all about no makeup, instead it’s all about being clever with products to enhance your natural beauty and create a subtle sun kissed glow. By using concealer, highlighter and bronzer you can create a barely there make up look that still makes your skin glow and look ﬂawless. It’s all about being subtle and clever with application- Conceal ﬂaws, high light where the sun would naturally hit and contour using bronzer to make the skin look sun kissed and slimmer. Chocolate auburn locks... The hot colour for the fast approaching autumn/winter season is chocolate auburn. Think of a warm spicy brown with

The perfect accompaniment to natural make-up when you want to make a bold statement, coral lips in a matte texture are big news this summer. Try the Revlon Colourburst Crayon in Mischievous for a bold coral lip. Keep eyes natural with groomed brows and a slick of mascara on curled lashes.

Beachy braids... Boho hair has made a come back in the form of pretty festival eqsue braids. A great up-do option, braids are a life saver on those in between washes hair days. Opt for a half up do by plaiting the top half of your hair from the front and clipping round at the back. Or to put all your hair up braid your hair into two plaits and then clip both up neatly at the by wrapping them up at the back of the head. Falsies... Just because this year it’s all about looking natural doesn’t mean you can’t have fab long lashes. While make-up was kept mostly simple on the catwalk lashes were looking long and glamorous.

Graphic liner... A firm favourite this year, graphic liner has made a big come back. Graphic liner was seen on the cat walks on the catwalks on both the bottom and top lids, but for a more every day friendly option it is best to favour the top lids. Line lids with a black liquid liner and finish in a bold feline flick, for a day friendly option choose brown liner.

Pick up a pair of bold lashes from boots and apply last after you have ﬁnished your make-up, applying your mascara and letting it dry before you apply your lashes. Glue them as close to the lash line as possible, then using a nude shadow blend the line where the lashes join turning the black strip into a natural nude.

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CAVITY POSE: THE BIZARRE JAPANESE FASHION TREND

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We’re used to seeing bizarre trends in the world of fashion and this one is certainly no exception.

According to the MailOnline, the ‘cavity pose’ fad began last year, but has gained momentum in Japan since the trend spread to art, popular cartoons and even national magazines. Source: www.huﬃngtonpost.co.uk

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But despite its undeniable ridiculousness, the trend has made the transition from fashion pages to social media, with many members of the public posting their own cavity poses on Instagram and Twitter.

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Some of the world’s leading magazines currently feature models who look like they need to see a dentist - and the good people of Twitter have picked up on it with many asking: “does everybody have toothache?”.

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Donning the position is thought to make a woman appear cuter, slimmer and therefore more beautiful - disturbing right?

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The latest trend in Japan is posing with your hand to your face as if you have a toothache - the move, called ‘mushiba no poozu’ or ‘mushiba poozu’ in Japanese, literally translates as ‘cavity pose’.

HEALTH

THE IMPORTANCE OF PROTEIN IN YOUR DIET When we talk about protein that makes us think of body builders, bursting with muscle guzzling protein shakes right? The truth is protein is greatly important to all our diets, and it’s essential to weight management. It’s important to understand why protein is essential and see how you can pack a little more in to your daily diet-

unnecessarily in between meals you might want to consider eating more protein.

Maintaining Muscle Mass

Control & Manage Weight

We all have hundreds of muscles in our bodies and in order to stay strong and grow stronger these muscles need fuelling with protein. It is important for our general health to ensure we maintain our muscles, but if you want to become stronger and toned providing your muscles with protein is essential.

Protein can help you manage your weight further as per gram it contains 4 calories which I the same as carbohydrates. This is in comparison to 9 calories per gram in fat. A diet higher in protein is lower in calories. Your diet should be well balanced with protein, carbohydrates, fruit and vegetables and a small amount of fats and sugars.

If you’re working hard down the gym this is just half of the battle, diet is equally important if not more so. In order to see the progress you deserve from the hard work you’re putting in you need to ensure you are getting enough protein to help your body become stronger, it’s easy to get more protein into your diet, you just have to become more conscious of how much you are eating. Stop Snacking Protein rich meals actually keep us fuller for longer and so in turn can cause us to eat a little less as we have that full feeling for longer. If you ﬁnd you pick at food

By eating protein rich meals you can actually cut the number of calories you’re consuming which in turn should cause a loss in weight over time and make your weight easier to manage.

How to Pack More Protein in Once you know how important protein is you will slowly start to naturally become more aware of the protein you are eating.

Lunch- One tin of tuna served with raw baby spinach and cottage cheese- 35g of protein Snack- Banana

Women need around 70-100g of protein per day and men 90-120g.

Dinner- Chicken breast, sweet potatoes & broccoli- 20g of protein

Here’s a typical days meal plan that would cover your protein rates-

Total daily protein- 80g

Breakfast- Two eggs poached & a bowl of Greek yoghurt (four tablespoons) and berries- 25g of protein

To add more protein have a protein rich snack such as a tin of sardines, 2 smoked salmon bellinis, a protein ﬂapjack bar, a match box sized piece of cheddar or Greek yoghurt.

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HAYFEVER

DON’T LET IT HOLD YOU BACK Hay fever is a common allergy that rears its ugly head during the summer months when the pollen count is high. For those who suﬀer it can make being outside unenjoyable, but when the sun is shining that’s the only place we want to be. Here are tips to help control your hay feverNatural Remedies Hay fever is an allergy to a natural substance; pollen. And there are some natural ways to reduce your hay fever symptomsTry eating a little honey every day. Honey is made from bee pollen and by consuming

it studies show that it gets our bodies used to the pollen reducing hay fever. For the best results eat local honey made from local bee pollen . Vitamin C is said to be a natural antihistamine, found in citrus fruits such as oranges. As well as this bioﬂavonoids are also found in citrus fruits which have an anti-allergy eﬀect. Hot peppers are also said to help with hay fever. This is because they contain capsaicin which helps to open the nasal passages, clearing the congestion brought on by hay fever.

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Antihistamines The best way to control hay fever is to take antihistamines to help reduce symptoms. Unfortunately there is no real cure for hay fever, but taking antihistamine daily can help. Take one antihistamine in the morning at least half an hour before you leave the house to help reduce the usual itchy watering eyes, streaming nose and sneezing. Various weather apps can help you determine what the pollen count is for the day too, so you can plan ahead. Try the BBC weather app for daily pollen forecasts.

ASTRONOMY FESTIVAL 5th - 7th September Soak up the atmosphere surrounding Herstmonceux observatory with a programme of events including Lectures, Mobile planetarium shows, Trade stalls, Astronomy societies hosting activities and viewing through the historic telescopes. CRAWLEY DOWN FAYRE 6th September Lots of stalls, raﬄes and things to do for all the family.

EVENTS SEPTEMBER 2014 ARDINGLY ANTIQUES FAIR 2nd - 3rd September The South East’s largest antiques and collectors fair hosts 1,700 stalls covering ﬁne antique furniture to delicate ceramics.

CRAWLEY MELA 30th - 31st August Family fun and activity with something for everyone - one of the biggest multi-faith events in the south-east. SHOREHAM AIRSHOW 30th - 31st August Loud, dramatic and exciting. A top airshow and a leading Shoreham attraction. Organised by the Royal Air Forces Association.

ALL ENGLAND JUMPING CHAMPIONSHIPS 4th - 7th September Hickstead’s international arena welcomes grassroots competitors gaining experience at competition.

HORSHAM FOOD & DRINK FESTIVAL 6th September - 5th October Well established food and drink festival in Horsham Town Centre each September MODEL RAILWAY OPEN WEEKEND 6th - 7th September A must for model railway enthusiasts. Organised by Gaugemaster at Ford

GOODWOOD REVIVAL MEETING 12th - 14th September 50s style chic and classic racing cars battling it out on Goodwood Motor Circuit. Great fun. LINDFIELD ARTS FESTIVAL 12th - 14th September A great platform for local artists, performers and craftspeople.

HURST FESTIVAL 13th September Hurstpierpoint’s annual festival has a bit of everything - from samba to bouncy football, dancing and much much more. ARUNDEL TO BRIGHTON WALK 13th September Charity Walk along the Downs in aid of the Dame Vera Lynn Trust for Children with Cerebral Palsy. FINDON SHEEP FAIR & VILLAGE FESTIVAL 13th September Findon Sheep Fair takes place annually at Findon Village in the heart of Sussex. Bring the whole family! Friday night begins with a fun fair on the green then a barn dance in the marquee. Saturday is the fair itself, with FREE ADMISSION! There are craft stalls, sheep displays, sheep judging, a funfair and other displays on the green. FOREST ROW FESTIVAL 19th - 21st September A massive street party involving most of the village of Forest Row PULBOROUGH HARVEST FAIR 27th September This year’s Pulborough Harvest Fair will take place from 11am to 5pm on Saturday 27th September. Entry is free of charge, so come along and taste some of Sussex’s ﬁnest food and drink, watch breath taking displays in the arena, meet some of the local farm and wildlife and ride the Harris Brothers Fair.

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BREAKFAST

BRAIN-BOOSTING OPTIONS Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and for good reason! Breakfast sets us up for our day, making sure we have the energy we need to carry out all the tasks we need to. Starting the day with a breakfast that is hearty and full of brain boosting nutrition gives you the best possible start, ready to tackle the day ahead.

TOP BRAIN BOOSTING INGREDIENTS FOR BREAKFAST

YOGHURT AND BERRY BLISS Greek yoghurt is a good source of protein and topped with walnuts, which contain brain boosting omega 3, and berries which are full of antioxidants, this breakfast isn’t a bad way to start your day-

Add a couple of these ingredients to your breakfast every morning and you will be sure to set yourself up well for the day...

Ingredients 1 cup Greek yoghurt Half a cup of shredded wheat A quarter cup of no added sugar muesli 1 tablespoon of chopped walnuts 1 quarter of a banana sliced 1 quarter cup of berries

Method Layer all ingredients in a bowl and serve.

• Nuts, particularly almonds and Brazil nuts • Fish, especially oily ﬁsh such as salmon • Eggs, poached for a healthier option • Whole wheat carbohydrates - whole wheat carbs release sugars into your blood stream at a steady rate meaning you will feel full of energy until lunch and won’t suﬀer any sugar crashes.

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BERRY BANANA SMOOTHIE This is a nice quick breakfast that you can have on the go. This is packed full of antioxidants, omega 3 and ﬁbre. Great for when you’re in a rush with a busy day ahead.

Ingredients

Method

Just under half a pint of skimmed milk Half a cup of frozen berries Half a banana sliced 1 tablespoon of ground ﬂaxseed 1 third of a cup of no added sugar muesli 1 quarter of a cup of cottage cheese

Blend all ingredients together in a blender until smooth. If you have an especially big day ahead serve with a piece of whole wheat break toasted for a carb hit to keep you going until lunch.

EGG AND TOMATO SANDWICH A sandwich for breakfast might sound a little odd, but toasted and served open it’s a delicious breakfast option and with brain boosting ingredients such as olive oil, spinach, tomato and apple it’s full of antioxidants and a great way to start the day.

Ingredients

Method

1 medium egg 1 tablespoon of olive oil 1 whole wheat English muﬃn 1 slice of Swiss cheese 1 slice of tomato Handful of baby spinach 1 small apple

Fry the egg in the olive oil, or if you prefer to poach it you can drizzle the oil on top later. Place the cheese, tomato and spinach on the toasted muﬃn and top with the egg. Slice the apple and serve with the apple on the side.

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MICROGREENS

THEY’RE BACK FROM THE 80S Microgreens were thought to be just a fine-dining fad in the 1980s. But now they are back, prized for their nutritional value and freshness - and they are extremely easy to grow yourself. Back in the 1980s the trend for microgreens emerged as a new fine dining ingredient. Many dismissed it as a new fad, but the 21st century has seen a resurgence of interest in these tiny culinary delights. For those who don’t remember the 1980s, microgreens are the shoots of salad vegetables such as arugula, Swiss chard, lettuce, mustard and beetroot, which are picked and served just after the first leaves have developed. The average crop-time for most microgreens is 10-14 days from seeding to harvest. Praised for their freshness, they are said to contain high nutritional content, and they add flavour, texture and a great visual dynamic to dishes. Nowadays they are most commonly used to garnish salads, soups, sandwiches and plates. Grow Your Own Microgreens

You can grow any salad green or herb as a microgeen. You can either buy pre-packaged organic microgreen seed mixes, or simply get a mesclun seed mix and grow them as microgreens. You can choose from a wide variety, in addition to those mentioned above, such as kale, endive, basil, cabbage, peas, spinach, radish greens, mizuna, beet greens and the old favourite watercress. They can be grown either in an outside garden bed or even inside on a sunny window sill. As you are harvesting them young, they will not need a lot of room, so scatter seeds about one eighth to one quarter of an inch apart. Then cover with an eighth of an inch of soil and water gently. For best results be sure to use an organic potting mix. It is a good idea to add in some organic fertilizer before planting the seeds as well. The seeds will require at least four hours of sunlight each day. If you’re growing them indoors, a south facing window sill is best for maximum exposure to sunlight. Diseases and pests should not be a problem, as the seedlings will be growing

for such a short period of time before you harvest them. Harvesting Your Microgreens The optimum time to harvest microgreens is after the first set of true leaves has grown. Experienced gardeners will be familiar with the phenomenon of seed leaves which appear first, so the second set of visible leaves are the first ‘true’ leaves. Seed leaves don’t actually resemble the true leaves. The true leaves should develop about 10 to 14 days after planting. To harvest, use a pair of scissors to snip the stem at soil level. Unfortunately, you cannot then use what is left of the plant for a further harvest as they have had such a short time to develop. However, the old roots can be left in the ground or seed tray as nutritious organic matter and the soil used for replanting more seeds. Growing and harvesting microgreens is so fast and simple that virtually any level of gardener should be able to do it.

The good news for gardeners is that while microgreens are a ﬁne dining treat and rather expensive, they are actually very easy to grow yourself.

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OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES TO TRY WITH YOUR FAMILY

Canoeing A great activity if you have kids who are ages ten and above, canoeing is a great summer holiday activity that everybody should enjoy. It’s great for everybody to try new activities, but especially the kids. There are canoeing centres across the country that teach you everything you need to know to enjoy canoeing safely, as well as instructors that will go out with you to make sure everybody is able to enjoy the activity and learn how to do it at the same time. Rock Climbing Another active one, rock climbing takes a lot of strength and concentration but it’s also great fun. You have to climb with an instructor to begin with, but if anyone is really keen you can then go on to do a course to be able to climb with friends and family rather than having to pay for an instructor every time. There are lots of indoor walls across the UK, starting from small walls for the slightly nervous to 30ft walls for the adventurous.

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Nature Walk Great for a sunny day, why not head to your local woods and go on a nature walk. There are lots of trails across the UK where you can spot lots of wildlife, ticking oﬀ a list as you go. Take a picnic and make a day out of it!

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Every Sudoku has a unique solution that can be reached logically. Enter numbers into the blank spaces so that each row, column and 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 to 9.

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A grandfather and his grandson have the same birthday date. 1 birthdays 9 For3six consecutive the grandfather was a multiple of the grandson’s age.

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HOW MANY WORDS?

Last week I decided to cycle to my Grandmother’s house.

Using the grid below, how many words can you ﬁnd?

On the ﬁrst day, I cycled half of the distance. On day 2, I cycled one half of the remaining distance. On day 3, I cycled three quarters of the remaining distance. On day 4, I cycled 10 miles. On day 5 I cycled two thirds of the remaining distance and on the ﬁnal day I cycled the remaining 5 miles. How far is it to my Grandmothers house?

Each word must contain the central U and no letter can be used twice, however, the letters do not have to be connected. Proper nouns are not allowed, however, plurals are. There is at least one nine letter word. Excellent: 50 words. Good: 35 words. Average: 25 words.

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