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Well what a mixture of weather, summer seems to have lasted not much more than a week long. Whilst we are writing this, bad weather is forecast durung this weekend but im sure it can't put a dampener on our Olympics, go team GB!
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Bring Summer scents indoors Floral Pink Candle, £10.60, which releases the warm, soft scent of tuber roses.
“The power of home fragrance is enormous. Fragrant candles create ambience in the home and can transform a home’s atmosphere," says Debbie Wild, international lifestyle director for Jo Malone.
Reed diffusers are gaining in popularity partly because they’re safer than lit candles.
“Different scents should be used for different areas. We have a light grapefruit fragrance which we recommend for entrance halls, while a gardenia candle with its notes of rich blackberries, gardenia and sandalwood is a warm, elegant fragrance for a living area."
Follow our guide to home scents to suit the summer months, your mood and your pocket.
SUMMER’S BLOOMS “Fresh, floral fragrances are always the most popular at this time of year," says Rebekah Fice-Thomson from the St Eval Candle Company, Cornwall. The crisp scents of thyme and mint or the sweet aroma of apple and elderflower are also captivating." Traditionalists would love the company’s Rose Garden
STAR SCENT: Yankee Candle has a World Journeys Collection featuring French Lavender to evoke the tranquil scent of Provence’s lavender fields as well as a spicy clove, cinnamon and vanilla aroma for Madagascar Spice. Candles start from £7.99
Roman At Home has a ‘bathtime’ reed diffuser, £16, which can be used anywhere in the home. It releases sparkling top notes of citrus, suggestions of apple peel and fresh florals with a background of spice. STAR SCENT: The White Company’s Flowers scent is described as ‘like a fresh summer garden’ with a combination of jasmine, rose, neroli, lavender and geranium. Signature candle, £18, home spray, £12
Romantics could try the Aphrodisiac candle, with a blend of essential oils such as reviving cardamom, fiery pepper and sensual patchouli. Or, on a more practical note, a Snore Ease candle contains eucalyptus to ease the sinuses, frankincense to soothe and slow the breath, and clary sage to calm. All candles are £12.99 each.
True Grace Reed Diffuser, £39, in Library from Velvet Brown.
JOURNEY WITH SCENTS Transport yourself to foreign climes, or bring back holiday memories with scents that are characteristic of exotic locations. Embrace the invigorating scents of South Asia with Oriflame’s Teatime in India candle, spiced with fresh tea leaves to evoke the tea plantations and vanilla. It also has Autumn in Tuscany, with crisp notes of fig and cypress, and Breakfast in Paris, a rich, mouth-watering chocolatey scent to evoke the essence of French cafés and patisseries. The candles and fragrance spray are £8.95 each.
The Therapy Candles range, from Gift Republic, has 12 choices. Bring a smile to your face with Be Happy, with cheery essential oil such as lemongrass to calm and inspire, uplifting lime and refreshing orange.
Don’t forget the boys when it comes to home fragrance. They might appreciate a manly blend of wood, amber and moss to recreate the atmosphere of an old library.
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She suggests citrus scents in a kitchen or dining area as their clean aromatic scent won’t overpower the scent of food. Rather like wines, there’s now a huge variety of fragrances available to suit everyone from an ‘aroma’ connoisseur who may opt for a bespoke scent, through to those who simply want a pleasant ‘pong’ at a budget price.
Marks & Spencer has an excellent value fragrance range, including An Orange Blossom Flower Diffuser gift set, £15.
It combines verbena, orange and lemon with clary sage, lemongrass and cedarwood. A Verveine signature candle, £18. Home Spray, £12.
Alternatively, you could pick fragrances specifically designed to conjure or suit a mood.
GOURMET SCENTS Food-inspired scents create a comforting, homely atmosphere, but avoid using these, or any strongsmelling home fragrance, while you’re eating as the aromas may conflict with the natural odours of the food you’re serving. Lily & Lime’s ‘Kitchen and Larder Candles’ include a mouth-watering range of scents including Summer Pudding, Rhubarb & Custard, and Lemon Drizzle Cake, 14.95 each Cooks might enjoy its Victorian Herb range with Bay & Rosemary, Bergamot & Nettle, Celery & Herb. They start from £3.75.
STAR SCENT: Jo Malone’s Pomegranate Noir home ▲ fragrance candle, £38, is my favourite as it’s warm but delicate fruit spice sent is both comforting and relaxing.
GARDEN SCENTS Make the most of sunny days by relaxing and enjoying the outdoors with scented candles that also helps to keep away those irritating bugs. Citronella is used in most of these candles. It can be grown as a plant and is said to repel biting insects such as mosquitoes. The scent is rich and lemony and mixes well with summer florals and isn’t too intrusive. STAR SCENT: Shearer’s On the Terrace Collection blends Citronella with Lemon Balm and includes Waxed Filled Pots, from £4.50, candles in Garden Tins, from £5, and Garden pillar candle, £7
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But there’s no need to wait for the temperature to rise or yearn for balmy evenings in the garden. Home fragrances are now so sophisticated that they can capture the natural essences of an infinite variety of those scents and aromas and recreate them for rooms.
Whisk your senses to the lemon groves in the Mediterranean with The White Company’s Verveine collection.
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The smell of fresh cut grass and the perfume of garden blooms are just some of summer’s sweet scents. They instantly evoke memories of sunny days and happy times no matter what our location or the weather!
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STAR SCENT: Strawberries and Cream or Apple Pie & Custard Aroma Coasters release their scent when a hot drink is placed on them. They are re-usable and a set of five is £5.95 from Getting Personal.
MOOD BOOSTERS Scents influence our emotions, and fragrances such as lavender, orange, or rose may help reduce anxiety. Most ranges include lavender, and a Lavender & Lime soy wax candle, £10, from Shearer Candles could soothe.
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Beware of cowboys Can you spot the doorstep cowboys, or are you ready to let them gallop off into the sunset with your cash? Every year, thousands of unlucky householders find themselves being taken for a ride when they answer an unsolicited knock at the door. Many people find themselves up to their necks in problems when they make the mistake of agreeing to have their drive relaid by some workmen who appeared to have just finished good job at a neighbour's home.
A consumer protection inspector for Trading Standards said the problem was all too common.
Mrs Bates said: "There was no going back after the first day. "For one thing the drive was soon covered in hardcore and sand - and then it started to rain." Water started to drain into the garage, and the couple had to pay extra cash to have a drain-away fitted to avoid a flood. Eight days later, the other drives were finished, but Mr
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The unlucky homeowners rang the telephone number on the quote and were surprised to learn it was a different company. It soon became clear the cowboy followed the reputable builder around and secured work from neighbours on the strength of their work.
Take the case of Mr and Mrs Bates, for example. The men offered a good price as their equipment was still on site next door, and work began within hours on their drive and eight others in the street.
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Usually there is not even enough information for him to follow up complaints. So what does he advise? "You have got to know who you are dealing with - references are important, and you should get other quotes." Always try to use builders or tradesmen who are members of trade associations.
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There are no guarantees about the quality of their work but most should be reputable. These associations carry out checks on the builders before they gain membership status, therefore minimising the risk of choosing a "cowboy builder". All the associations have a code of conduct that members adhere to. There are a number of Builders Trade Associations, the following are the most common: Quality Mark builders, Federation of Master Builders and the National Federation of Builders. Contact: The Trading Standards website www.tradingstandards.gov.uk - has advice on how to avoid cowboys.
Beating the cowboys: questions to ask Ask yourself these questions and if you answer ‘no’ to any them, then don't buy: Can I afford it? Would I buy this from a shop? ● Do I really want it? ● Do I know and trust the seller? ● If there's a problem, can I contact them again? ● ●
Beryl’s Diary The ‘shush girl’ My two sisters and brother started attending Sunday school. I was very reluctant to go, but as my mum said it got us from under her feet for a couple of hours, I was enrolled, much against my will. Like all places where I was forced to go, I hated it, and was always in trouble there. I was going to go home and tell my mum I did not like the ‘shush girl’. For love or money my mother could not get out of me who was the ‘shush girl’ until one day, while
in the village shop, I pulled my mum's skirt. “Mum, there's the ‘shush girl’.” On asking the girl what was going on, my mum learnt that as soon as I started talking in Sunday school this girl gave me a big shush to be quiet. That is why I disliked her. The penny my mum gave us for collection, was turning into sixpence very often for me. If by any chance I had to pass the collection plate from one row to another, my penny would go on the plate but I'd take sixpence off it. It was not stealing, just being keen and clever I told myself. I was spending it in the village shop on the way home and was wide open to blackmail from my siblings. If I did not share, very generously, they would tell mum. This continued for several weeks until my sister insisted that not only was she entitled to half my sweets but I had to do her chores as well. When I refused, she told on me. Was I for the high jump. I'd committed a mortal sin, stealing from church. Down I was marched to church to confess my sins and had a very severe dressing down from the Father. He asked me to confess all my sins but I thought that one was enough to be going on with. I would be sent to hell if I started telling him any more. Try as I might it seemed trouble walked hand in hand with me and I was seldom free of it.
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Cinema reviews A quick guide to the movies on general release
Ted When a little boy’s wish comes true and his beloved teddy comes to life, he’s thrilled to bits. Decades years later when he’s all grown up and the bear still won’t quit it? Not so much. (Contains strong sex references, language, drug use and brief nudity)
Fatboy Slim: Big Beach Bootique Back in 2002 Fatboy Slim's iconic Big Beach Bootique party on Brighton Beach, one of the biggest parties ever seen, captured the imagination of party people all around the world. Due to be released: 31/08/2012
Barbie: The Princess and the Popstar
Due to be released: 01/08/2012
Tori is a princess bored with her stuffy life, while Keira is a popstar bored with fame. When they meet friendship – and a life-swap! – is the result. Due to be released: 10/08/2012
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Dear Duo I'm 15 and I cut. I have issues at school with friends selling me out and leaving me to go hang out with the 'cooler' people. I only have 1 friend I can trust but she lives in Australia and I live in the UK so I can't see or talk to her. I cut on my arms and on my hips so in the summer at school, I can't take my jumper off. I feel really lonely and depressed a lot of the time. No one knows I cut and I don't want anyone to know, especially my family or friends. I know people say to tell someone, but I can't. How can I stop self harming but without telling anyone? And please don't say to go and get professional help, e.g councilor at school as we don't have one. I just want ways to stop cutting, I just want to be able to wear t-shirts and not have to hide my cuts and scars. I have thrown away my knife and scissors but I always go and buy more. p.s. please don't call me an 'attention seeker etc'. I'm not, I just want to relieve my pain and cutting is the only way I can. Please can someone give me some advice. Thanks
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Please make an appointment and see your doctor he will point you in the right direction. H Hi This is tricky as I have been in a simular position, and you are correct it is never about the attention, in fact the less attention you get the better. I understand your frustration, and where some people shout, scream or cry, you self harm, it seems to bring you straight back to reality and give you a release, and yes then the shame for being so stupid creeps in, this is like a form of depression and where I didn't personally go talking to my doctor about the cuts I did talk about my depression, he helped and put me on anti depressants. This has helped and its been a very long time, I dont think I will self harm again. But I wish I had spoken to someone, I try not to let things build on me now, When you feel like your walking down that path you should find something to make you turn around and walk the other way, scream into a pillow, phone a friend just get away from that temptation. But please seek some sort of help. Contacting us was a first step which is great, stay in touch. J
Hi I know you dont want proffesional help,but unfortunately thats what you need. However I can assure you these people are not judgemental and are very helpful with problems similar to yours. Unfortunately although your father has tried to help you if you havent been in that situation he may not be able to help. Sorry to those who have not had their problems answered yet we have limited space but we will eventually get round to you!
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What happened to the man who ate too much curry? He went into a korma.
What did the male magnet say to the female magnet? I'm very attracted to you.
What did the police say about the man they found passed out covered in hundreds and thousands? He tried to top himself.
What do cows do for entertainment? They rent moo-vies.
The invisible man and the invisible woman got married. You won't be surprised to hear their children weren't much to look at either.
What would you get if you crossed a pig with a karate expert? pork chops. What would you get if you crossed a cheetah with a beef burger? Really fast food.
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FINE AND DANDY “With fine hair, the best cut is usually based around strong perimeter lines, like a classic or graduated bob," Anita explains. “They also always work better with more solid form, especially if they are worn longer. Fine hair needs to be regularly trimmed every six to eight weeks, to keep ends looking thicker."
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Llancaiach Fawr Manor The Manor House Built in 1530 for Dafydd ap Richard, the Manor was designed to be easily defended during the turbulent reigns of Tudor kings and queens and is one of the finest examples of a semi-fortified manor in Wales today. The original defensive design incorporated a single entrance, four-foot thick walls enclosing spiral stone staircases for access between floors and stout wooden doors. When these were securely closed they split the Manor in two and ensured that the inner east wing provided a safe and secure place of refuge during troubled times. By the beginning of the Stuart dynasty the Prichard family had prospered and the house was extended in 1628 to demonstrate their status. The Grand Staircase now allowed easy access between floors and two of the rooms used by the family were panelled in oak.
the King, raising men and money for the Royalist cause in Glamorganshire.
When Civil War broke out between King and Parliament in 1642 Colonel Edward Prichard was appointed Commissioner of Array to
By the middle of 1645 support was waning and King Charles I came on a rallying tour through South Wales and visited Llancaiach
Fawr for lunch on 5th August. Shortly afterwards the Prichards and many other Glamorgan gentry changed sides to support Parliament and Colonel Prichard subsequently defended Cardiff Castle against the Royalists. Visitors today step into the Manor House restored and furnished as it would have been in 1645. All the furnishings in the rooms are accurate reproductions of items from the time of the Prichards and many of the originals can be found in the Museum of Welsh Life at St. Fagans.
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Call to honour coaches and volunteers in big 2012 year
■ 2011 Male Coach of the Year Tony Borg (Newport)
In a huge year for sport, the annual search for the very best coaches and volunteers in Wales is being championed by an Olympic gold medal winning coach. Sport Wales today opened nominations for its 2012 Coach of the Year Awards, and are calling on the people of Wales to nominate their sporting heroes – from the grassroots to elite. to recognise people at all levels – including volunteers, young people and coach educators. For 2011, there are a number of categories you could nominate your coach or volunteer for. They are: ■ Community Coach of the Year ■ Sporting Partner/Organisation of the Year ■ Disability Sports Coach of the Year ■ Young Coach of the Year ■ Young Volunteer of the Year ■ Performance Development Coach of the Year ■ High Performance Coach of the Year ■ Volunteer of the Year ■ Coach Educator of the Year The deadline for nominations is 5pm on Friday 21st September 2012.
It is the chance on the calendar to champion and recognise people nationally who are often behind-the-scenes, but make sport in Wales tick. And with the Olympic Games just a week away, the man who coached the British quartet to a gold medal in the 4x100m relay at Athens in 2004 is calling on the public to recognise those who make the difference in Welsh sport. Steve Perks (pictured), Headteacher at Amman Valley School and a coach for Carmarthen Harriers, guided the team of Darren Campbell, Marlon Devonish, Mark Lewis-Francis and Jason Gardener to gold ahead of the USA. A former winner at the awards himself, he said: “The amount of hours coaches put in, particularly as volunteers at the grassroots, is phenomenal. Awards like this are important because they give the recognition to coaches who are not always mentioned. It’s something I support in athletics and we always try and include the coach on any positive report we give on an athlete’s success. These people put in hours of work behind the scenes and need to be valued. “As a coach I enjoy the contact and dialogue you have with different people as a coach. Particularly at the grassroots level I see many of the same young people on the track as I do in the classroom, and it’s great to see them and work with them in that different environment. I find it very rewarding.” And what of his preparations for the 2004 relay gold?
The prestigious Sport Wales Coach of the Year accolade will be awarded to one of the category winners. Last year, National Performance Manager for Disability Sport Wales Anthony Hughes was awarded the Coach of the Year accolade, along with the Coach to Disabled Sportspeople award, after leading the formation of the successful Academy programme, making Wales pound-for-pound one of the world’s most successful elite disability sporting nations. Previous winners of the award include rugby coaches Paul John and Graham Henry, swim guru Dave Haller and cycling’s Shane Sutton. Recognising the importance of volunteers at all levels of Welsh sport, Sport Wales has set a target to double the number of volunteers in the country by 2016 – from around 5% (110,000) to approx 10% (250,000). Chair of Sport Wales, Professor Laura McAllister explains: “Coaches and volunteers are the lifeblood of Wales’s sporting success. People will want to follow their sporting heroes and we need an army of willing coaches and volunteers for that to happen. This is the public’s chance to show their appreciation for the people who put in hours and hours of work across the country. Potentially thousands of people may be volunteering for the first time at the Olympics and Paralympics and these are people we
want to keep in sport. The recognition of some of our most dedicated people will, we hope, inspire them to keep up that commitment. And if others are inspired by the Games we would like to see them involved in sport as well.”
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The winners will be announced in a ceremony at the Sport Wales National Centre, Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, on Wednesday 14th November 2012, 7pm.
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“We started preparing for 2004 after the Olympics in 2000. We had a good squad – established sprinters and younger talent – and we made sure we blooded everyone into sessions until we had a core group of 8-12 athletes to interchange from plan A to plan B. It was a process that took a number of years to develop but had the best of endings.”
Dinner, Bed & Breakfast on Saturday Bed & Breakfast Friday and Sunday Candlelit Dinner & Dance Thursday and Saturday Gala Menu, Breakfast in Bed Sunday Morning
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Free Admission Park & Museum. Cyfarthfa Park open from 7am until dusk. April-September. 10am-5.30pm (Last Admission 5pm) 7days a week. October-March. Tuesday-Friday. 10am-4pm. Weekends. Noon-4pm.Closed Mondays. www.cyfarthfa.com www.museums.merthyr.gov.uk e-mail: museum@merthyr.gov.uk
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A seat in the shade You've seen all the TV gardening makeover programmes and now it's time to add a new lease of life to your own garden. But it's easier said than done if you aren't an experienced gardener. Here are a few ideas to get you in the mood. 1. Patios. Think about building a patio at the back of your house - it is an ideal place to relax with family and friends on those long summer evenings.
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If the patio is raised this can give added dimension to your garden. The careful selection of the right type of brick or paving stone can make all the difference to the look you want to achieve. There is a patio to suit every garden, from crazy paving to geometrically designed patterns of red brick, so make sure that it blends in with your home and surroundings. 2. Barbecues. A popular garden feature is a solid brick barbecue - perfect for entertaining during the warmer months of the year. Make sure that it is in a good position before you fix it in place. 3. Paths. Make your garden a little more exciting with a path. Be as creative as you dare, using a combination of colours and types of brick, block or paving stone, thinking all the time about blending in with the surroundings.
Butterflies have a few simple needs: food, water, and shelter. Food has to be available for the adult butterflies, which sip nectar, and for their caterpillar offspring, who eat specific plants. Caterpillars are really picky about what they eat.
Greenman & Goddess Sculpture Inspired by this year’s Greenman festival we’ll be making giant sculptures using natural treasures, foraged from the forest floor. Let your imagination run away with the fairies!
Butterflies lay their eggs on the appropriate plants, so if you want them in your garden, you will have to put up with caterpillars munching on your plants from time to time. Some species of butterfly larvae (caterpillars) only eat one species of plant. A butterfly book or insect guide will list the various host plants. Generally, caterpillars like native plants, but these may be considered too much like weeds. Butterflies travel from flower to flower in the garden, eating the nectar found inside the flower, so try to grow flowers that make lots of sweet
5. Other features. Features are a simple and easy way to enhance the look of your garden and are often relatively easy to maintain. Timber arches, walls, seat, benches and water-features are all becoming more popular all over the country and give an added focal point to the garden. If you don't want to try anything too permanent. Test out the theory by buying a set of table and chairs which you can collapse and put away during the winter.
nectar for them to eat. They are usually attracted to purple, yellow or orange coloured blooms. Experts have found that they like Rudbeckia, Joe-Pye weed, Aster, Butterfly Weed, Liatris, Coreopsis, Purple Coneflower, Zinnias, Hollyhocks, Marigolds, Nasturtiums, Violets, Asters, Butterfly bushes and Lilacs. But generally, any flower with short petals or flat tops as they are easy to land on. Most flowering herbs are also popular with butterflies. Like all creatures, butterflies require water. They also need the minerals and nutrients they get from mud and muddy water. If you don’t have a naturally wet or boggy area, water the same spot in the garden every day to create a small puddle. Butterflies are most active in morning and afternoon before it gets hot.
Monday 13th, Tuesday 14th & Wednesday 15th August 10am – 1pm & 2pm – 5pm
Since their enemies, such as birds, are active during the same time, butterflies need the shelter of shrubby plants where they can take refuge. They also like to sit on large, flat stones where they can enjoy the sun.
£6 for a morning or afternoon session, £10 all day, or £25 for the 3 days
Your butterfly garden should be in a sunny area where it gets eight to 10 hours of sunlight each day and be sheltered from the wind.
To book a place: 01873 811579 / info@artsalivewales.org.uk For more information: www.artsalivewales.org.uk
Even though butterflies are beautiful creatures, they are still insects, so don’t go over the top on the chemicals in the garden.
Arts Alive Wales, The Old School, Brecon Road, Crickhowell, Powys, NP8 1DG. Call for information on our Promotional Offers Places are limited. Children aged 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Activities will be held outdoors in Llangattock Beech Woods - weather permitting!
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4. Borders. Build up your borders. Raised beds will give your garden more depth and make it easier for you to look after your plants.
All of a flutter Butterflies bring lovely natural colour and charm to a garden, and creating a butterfly friendly environment is fun and rewarding.
Children’s Summer Workshops
You could be daring and have a twisting winding path which circles your garden, or a opt for the more formal look with a straight path.
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Taking care of mealtimes How Wiltshire Farm Foods’ carefully prepared frozen meals are helping people stay independent
in their Wiltshire kitchens. Once cooked, the meals are placed into handy trays that fit easily into the freezer, then frozen as soon as they’re prepared to lock in the freshness. Convenience is a key part of the Wiltshire Farm Foods offering. All meals can be ordered over the phone or online. They’re then delivered by a friendly, local delivery driver, who is always happy to put meals away in the freezer if preferred.
For those who’ve worked hard all their lives, maintaining independence is particularly important - especially when it comes to mealtimes. Established for 21 years, Wiltshire Farm Foods are here to make life easier for those who can’t get out and about as much, so they can eat well and look after themselves. Every dish comes as a single serving and we
offer 250 tasty recipes offering nutrition, value, and lots of flavour. From breakfast through to lunch, afternoon tea and an evening meal there are options available for any apetite at any time of day.
With the freezer stocked up, you know that a hot meal is only ever a few minutes away. Most dishes take 8-12 minutes in the microwave or 35 minutes in the oven. As they are cooked in their trays, there is no preparation, no pots and pans, just delicious meals that you can enjoy in your own time. Maintaining independence has never been easier.
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tucking into during the summer months. You can try these by ordering our new Summer Menu Pack, which offers 7 delicious main courses and 3 refreshing desserts that will set you up for the longer brighter days – order the menu pack for £29.95 and you’ll also get to enjoy our Chocolate Eclairs completely FREE! Your local outlet at Monmouth is run by husband and wife Brian and Sara, together with their small friendly team who are on hand to help take care of your mealtimes. For more information about Wiltshire Farm Foods in your area, you can contact 01600 892855 or visit www.wiltshirefarmfoods.com for a free brochure.
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Spotlight on: Abergavenny Market Artist John Phillips’ pencil drawings are a poignant reminder of life in South Wales in bygone days. Over the past 47 years John has produced thousands of sketches based on old photographs and postcards - from street scenes to churches, shops, pubs, sporting venues, docks and, most of all, working pits. “I try to draw things that people can relate to,” he said. John, 53, was born in Senghenydd and went to school in Caerphilly. As a boy he won £100 for his school as third prize in an art competition. He says he ultimately ignored everything his art teacher told him. He reckons he has got through so many pencils he merits an entry in the Guinness Book of Records! For nine years from 1977 John worked as a miner, first at Nantgarw then Britannia colliery. “Like everyone else who lived in my street I came out of school and went down the pit. My father worked at 18 inches. He broke both his arms, which were all plated up.” Understandably John’s sketches of mining scenes are closest to his heart. When Tower Colliery closed John was invited there to make personal sketches as tributes to the last miners.
His work provides a pictorial chronicle of industrial Wales - in some cases depicting scenes dating as far back as the early 19th century.
Some of his more detailed drawings of the Valleys, crafted with a fine pencil, can take anything up to six days to complete.
John regularly undertakes commissions. He will create a montage of drawings, for example, representing a complete record of a miner’s working life - with a picture of the subject in the centre, surrounded by sketches of the pits where he worked in chronological order.
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A variation on the theme is a drawing of the church where a couple got married - showing the time of day on the church clock, names and dates on the church noticeboard, a
significant car registration, even the couple themselves. John will compose poems to accompany his drawings too. These can be serious or lighthearted depending on the subject. “My art’s different from everyone else’s because it touches a raw nerve,” he said. “I draw places and occasions people remember. I do it because I love it not for the money. This is a passion - a piece of me is in it. I love what I am drawing.” John can be found at Abergavenny Market on Fridays and also at the Art and Craft fairs on the second Thursday of the month.
The future’s bright with Caplor Energy Caplor Energy is now taking orders for installations in August and with our latest pricing we are able to offer returns of over 11% on our solar PV systems.
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With our insurance backed warranty and some of the best prices we have ever seen, there has never been a better time to enquire about solar panels for your home. The changes in the feed-in tariff rates from 1st August mean that the difference in the financial benefits is minimal – less than £150/year thanks to the increased export tariff which now pays generators a more realistic value for the energy they produce. Order a solar PV system today to be installed in August and these are the returns you can expect on our leading 4kWp solar PV system. System specification Annual production (kWh) FIT – generation rate (p/kWh) FIT – export rate (p/kWh) Grid price (p/kWh) System cost (£)
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Gazette Giggles! School Jokes
Why didn't the sun go to college? Because It has a million degree's.
What did the glue stick say to the teacher? I'm stuck.
Why did the student drown? Her grades were below C-level.
What did the calculator say to the other calculator? You can count on me.What did the calculator say to the other calculator?
Pupil: Would you punish me for something I didn't do? Teacher: Of course not! Pupil: Good, because I didn't do my homework.
What flies around the classroom at night? An alpha-BAT
Why did the jelly bean go to school? To become a smartie.
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