Christmas and New Year!
Every year it seems like it creeps on us that little bit quicker! Seriously, where has 2013 gone?! Christmas time is here and it means only one thing; celebrations. And this month we have done you proud by giving you a rundown of our top picks in party dresses as well as bringing you all the usual beauty tips. We also talk Didsbury this month, taking a look at Cibo, Didsbury Lounge and having HSH run us through the businesses we should take note of. With The Big Reunion, Michelle Keegan and New Year tips too – lay off the mulled wine for a second and get stuck into Within Magazine. Happy Holidays!
The New Year is back upon us…and back by popular demand is the new Sale Sharks 2014 Calendar. This is the 6th much sought after and hugely successful Sale Sharks Uncovered Calendar, with this year’s proceeds being donated to the Brainwave Charity and Sharks Community Trust. With the likes of Tom Brady, Rob Miller and other teammates all involved, this will make a great stocking filler for the women! You can purchase from the official Sale Sharks website: www.salesharks.com - £9.99
Last week, our sub editor, Hannah began her Diet Chef plan that was kindly given to us by the healthy eating company. Like us, you have most likely heard about Diet Chef and the extraordinary results they have been providing people across the country. Well it’s our time to try this out! We will be having a feature in our February issue on the plan and how it worked for Hannah. Watch this space people! Check out Diet Chef’s meals www.dietchef.co.uk
Over the last two months, you have all been sending in your gorgeous snaps to enter our Face of Within competition. The lucky winner is not only crowned FOW 2014, she also wins an exclusive makeover and photoshoot which will then appear as the front cover of our Spring issue! Exciting times indeed! Now that the competition has closed, all entries images have been put forward to our judges who will make their decision over the next few weeks. The winner will be announced on our website and twitter on Friday January 3rd. Good luck ladies!
Of all the pubs in Wilmslow, The Honey Bee must be one of the best places, especially for the Winter season. With such a warm décor and log fires, plus delicious wholesome meals – this place really is special. The inn was previously known as Oversley House, and was a private home until the mid 20th Century. After trying the Sunday roast, you will want it to be your home! Join the queue.
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Nobody loves Christmas more than us all at Within Towers. The warm mulled wine, the laughter, the gifts (always the gifts) and them snugly oversized Christmas jumpers! Yes, every year without fail, for some unknown reason we say ‘hell to society’ and go hunting for the most loud vibrant jumper possible! Well at least that’s what we do! With this being our first Christmas edition we had to get a Christmas jumper in somewhere. One of our favourites is this pink ‘Santa Baby’ jumper from River Island. ‘Tis the season to be jolly… Pink Santa Baby Xmas Jumper River Island - £35.
Roxanne Pallett was among over 100 guests who turned out to celebrate The Belle Epoque’s 40th Birthday on Thursday evening, taking to the red carpet on King Street. In a lavish evening of celebration, funds were also raised for charity partner, Facing The World. Executive Director of the charity Graham Banton, and patron Shari Royle, also said a few words and expressed their gratitude to The Belle Epoque. Graham exclaimed ‘As a charity, we are extremely grateful to The Belle Epoque for partnering with us for this event. The donation made along with the further awareness the event has created, will go far in helping us continue our work’. Key 103’s Darren Proctor paid tribute to 4 decades in business describing it as ‘an incredible achievement’. Proctor also recalled several humorous anecdotes from years gone by. The venue now looks forward to the festive period – 40 and fabulous!
Last week, Take That star Gary Barlow took to Manchester to unveil his new album, with a fan signing in HMV on Market Street. The X-Factor judge said the city was his first destination of choice when planning his big solo album launch, “There’s always something special about coming back to Manchester, it always feels so warm and supportive, it’s where we’ve always done our longest concert runs, it’s always been like our greatest moments in Manchester. “So for me, Manchester was obviously the first place on my list for coming to launch the solo album too.” His album ‘Since I saw you last’ is available now from all good retailers. A perfect stocking filler too!
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The column where we talk beauty, smell and all things gorgeous!
One of the festive season’s priorities is a new fragrance. Something that is sexy and perfect for the winter season. Enter Lady Million by Paco Rabanne. We are big fans of the mens version ‘1 Million’ and with the women’s version out in time for Christmas, it’s a must on our books! Lady Million 50ml £48.50 - Boots
We are huge fans of this mist! Silky, sexy skin is impossible to resist. This super-fine body oil mist absorbs instantly for immediate hydration. It includes sweet almond, olive and avocado oils to leave skin feeling soft & moisturized…and vitamin E known to help keep it firm. With a seductive sheen and a hint of tempting fragrance, it’s lust at first touch!
Once upon a time, hitting the big 50 was seen as the first step to retirement. Now, it looks more like a passport to freedom, as youthful 50-somethings, like Carol Vorderman, take advantage of better health, better finances and plenty of energy, to make 50 the new 40.
Benefit Bathina Body Oil Mist £26.50 - www.benefitcosmetics.co.uk
Carol is a natural beauty and swears by Guinot products. “I don’t have the time for regular beauty treatments. I’m very lazy on that sort of stuff. But I’ve started using Guinot products, I really like them.” The French are renowned for their style, and ageing with elegance, and their number one professional skincare brand is a favourite of many celebs. We love their firming neck cream! It can be quite pricey but by looking at Carol, it does the job!
Guinot Longue Vie Cou (Firming Vital Neck Cream) 30ml £45.79 www.salonskincare.co.uk
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An absolute favourite, ‘Benefit’s They’re Real’ really delivers. The bouncy brush makes for easy and precise application, and gives a great look too!
Not only does this compact mascara make the perfect travel-companion, the fine brush and smooth formula make for maximum separation in the lashes.
This blacker-than-black Bobbi special has been created especially for wearing with smoky eye make-up. Curl your lashes before applying.
£17.55 House of Fraser
£22.00 Selfridges
£19.80 Debenhams
Skull Sugar Cosmetics® are for the fun and fashion forward, offering a wide range of high performance pigments for the makeup artist, fashionista or makeup diva! The high quality formulas consist of all-natural powders, which are made of 100% pure minerals. The natural ingredients work with the oils in your skin to provide you with a flawless coverage. It is extremely gentle and free of preservatives, chemical dyes, paraben, talc, oils, and other fillers making it suitable for all skin types including the most sensitive skin.
Designers and models are impressed! Skull Sugar was created by expert makeup artist Jamie O’Neill. She created Skull Sugar out of the need for highly pigmented and versatile shadows that still held up with her high standards. Jamie has been a makeup artist for 15 years in the USA and works backstage leading makeup teams for Skull Sugar. Jamie worked as the lead artist for Portland Fashion Week and the Key Makeup Artist for Fashionxt this fall Fashion season. Designers and models alike were all impressed with the longevity of the cosmetics she says. Jamie prides herself on a flawless application and having a safe option for the models with whom she works on. When asked about why she started her line Jamie has said, “Each face I work on is my canvas, I only want to use products that will not bother the sensitive skin many models these days have. I have found the cosmetics industry to be lacking in long-wearing and highly pigmented cosmetics that do not contain Paraben & Talc. It’s actually shocking even how many companies still test on animals.”
A Vital Element Skull Sugar Cosmetics® believes the Makeup Artist is a vital element in their success and they offer a special Pro-Artist program. As a member of Skull Sugar Cosmetics® PRO artists receive a 30% discount on all products purchased through the website. What can we expect to see out of Skull Sugar in the future? Jamie says, “You can expect to see a wide range of new products rolling out for 2014, we will also be expanding the line to other markets and to some major retailers so stay tuned.”
Photos by: Mark Daniel Muzzy Model: Alexa Shashkova Designer: Danielle Grasseth @Skull Sugar Cosmetics®
The newly opened styling salon, House of Finesse is bursting with highly skilled colour technicians and stylists to help you get that desired look. They were joined recently by many stars including football stars Danny Welbeck and Wes Brown for their highly anticipated opening evening celebration! Situated snugly in Goose Green, Altrincham, the elegant salon also has an array of nail technicians and beauty therapists on hand to really complete the look. All under one roof, what more could you ask for?
The Terence Paul Hairdressing group have 6 salons fluttered all over South Manchester including Knutsford, Wilmslow, Didsbury, Manchester, Hale & Bramhall. Being renowned all over the UK, their multitalented team is doing something right, with many celebrities opting for this chain of salons too. One of our favourite salons is their location in Didsbury. As soon as you see this salon you will instantly realise why they have such elegant cliental who keep going back for more.
Frisor, based in Hale is the leading Aveda Salon and Viridian Nutrition Wellness Centre in South Manchester. Inspired by Scandinavian simplicity, they have created an oasis of harmony at their salon. Experience the rejuvenating essential oil aromas used throughout their services and enjoy the restorative benefits of flower, plant and herb based products. They also hold many events, which are designed to help educate and inspire their clients. A definite visit if you are looking for a high class experience! Just recently celebrating their 1st birthday, Tyson hair design is one of the leading hair salons in Manchester. Based in East Didsbury, owner and director, Tyson Raja has over 16 years experience and has worked on many big shoots internationally. And with Tyson being joined by the highly skilled Duncan – who has worked in award winning salons from Miami to Cape Town – there is no wonder why this salon is featured in our top 5.
Based in Hale Village, The Cutting Lounge are renowned for their expertise in both hair styling for both men and women. During this Christmas season, a lot of us are looking to pamper ourselves. The Cutting Lounge also has Rajmonda, a highly skilled beautician who can also help in that field.
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Stars from the sporting and showbiz worlds were united in their support for cancer patients as they attended The Christie charity’s glamorous ball month. Celebrities including Coronation Street stars Catherine Tyldesley and Debbie Rush and singer Rowetta were in attendance at the spectacular event which raised around £130,000 for specialist research at the famous cancer centre, The Christie. Former Premiership referee Mark Halsey, who was a patient at The Christie, showed up with his wife Michelle. Other sports stars supporting the ball included former world champion boxer Ricky Hatton and former Manchester City players Andy Morrison, Alex Williams and Peter Barnes. Lancashire County Cricket Club coach Peter Moores and Manchester United legend David May also took time out of their busy schedules to attend. Taking place at The Point at Emirates Old Trafford, for the first time ever, Manchester City Football Club, Manchester United Football Club, Salford Red Devils rugby league club and Lancashire County Cricket Club joined forces to host The Christie charity ball.
Jason Manford Kicking off the evening’s action were hosts TV and radio presenter Hugh Ferris and Sky Sports presenter Hayley McQueen, with a performance from comedian Jason Manford, who also performed a Tom Jones cover with the Grimethorpe Colliery Band. Hit 80s pop band ABC headlined the event. As many as 400 guests on the night were treated to a cocktail reception, delicious four course meal as well as music from Manchester Show Choir and the Grimethorpe Colliery Band. Stand-out auction prize on the night, compared by Lord Archer, was a 14 night stay at the 5* Royal Westmoreland Hotel in Barbados.
Over 100 years! Based in south Manchester, The Christie has been pioneering cancer research breakthroughs for more than 100 years and is the largest cancer centre in Europe. All funds raised at the ball will support specialist research at The Christie.
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Yes, it’s happened again! One look in the mirror and OOOPs! What the ****!? That’s if you actually get to the mirror. How many times have we all struggled into that sexy pencil skirt or those perfect jeans (or they were a month ago!?) when you know that even without looking, your guilty pleasures have come back to haunt you. Oh yes, you feel as though you have post-Christmas poundage written all over your face, tummy, thighs and derrière! Early December, that little black dress hangs alluringly in the wardrobe and those super sexy killer heels wink out each morning as you shrug on your boring work clothes. The Christmas party season is about to descend and all your hard work at the gym and weeks of denial have paid off. Then, it starts with the office do, Xmas drinks with your mates, and the big day itself, giving you free reign to have fun all the way to the New Year. For the next couple of weeks, even popping round to a neighbours house to wish them “All the Best” culminates in the obligatory mince pie and mulled wine fest.
Indulging It just wouldn’t be Christmas without indulging in a little of what you fancy and we all admire those that can get through it without even loosening a button on their Christmas pants. In reality, though, “go on then, it is Christmas” has passed your lips almost as many times as mince pies, chocolate and turkey butties! Come New Years Day, there’s still the last of the chocolates, so if you finish the lot, you can start your diet on Monday.
Yes, that little four-letter word – DIET. Whether it instils morbid fear or triumphant glory, it’s something that’s as unavoidable as breathing come the second week in January. If, like many others, you find that you and your carefully chosen winter wardrobe are no longer living in perfect stylish harmony, there is a solution. It isn’t to throw all your clothes away or to stay indoors for a month with a bag over your head. You can always go on that diet. The Diet Industry makes millions out of our little insecurities and desire to lose weight. Whether you choose to cut down a little or go on a full-scale assault of the latest weight loss plan, shedding those extra pounds involves commitment, denial, hard work, more denial and sacrifice.
So many choices Do you choose low calorie or high carb, low fat or high fibre? What can I eat and when can I eat it. Also, more importantly what can’t I eat? Dieting really does make you appreciate food. It makes you appreciate the mouthwatering smell of someone else’s fry-up or the oozing deliciousness of a heavily laden cream-cake. You develop an almost canine-like ability to catch the tantalising aroma of every chip shop in the area and before you know it, you’re licking the windows of a French style patisserie, the police are dragging you away and its all on YouTube!
Ever since the Victorian notion that frailty was the key to spiritualism and femininity, the perfect shape, whatever that maybe, has been an aspiration to many. We’ve all heard of the popular weight loss programmes that are out there and they continue to change the lives of many, but imagine choosing to lose the pounds using a tapeworm or even existing on fresh air alone as the Breatherians do.
Diet by all means but why not just stop eating the chocs, pies, and desserts because they’re no longer under your nose and just maybe, your pre-Xmas figure will return without brainwashing, denial or loss of a body part.
There’s also the sleeping-beauty diet that involves just having a kip instead of food, which apparently Elvis was a fan of. There was a slimming soap which would magically lather away your bulges and even the cigarette diet whose slogan actually said “Light a Lucky and you’ll never miss sweets that make you fat” from 1925, when smoking was safe.
Protein Diets? There’s the Atkins Diet and the Paleo diet both of which recommend protein, protein and more protein. Similar, is the caveman diet, which insists that we all eat like our early ancestors, but not everyone has the time to hunt down bison for dinner between the 9 to 5 and actually having a life. These days, every Celebrity out there has their own, sometimes crazy, diet to sell. Browse through any magazine, turn on the tv or look online and you’ll find a vast array of diets to kick-start the new you but they all have one thing in common - will power. Those that succeed in reaching their goal weight or even losing those Xmas pounds, can give themselves a hefty pat on the back for having the stamina required to see it through. But when you actually think about it, none of these wonder diets say the obvious about losing the Christmas pounds – its no longer the festive season so once the last of the goodies have gone, do you replace them with more?
Remember though, the perfect body should not be your only goal and neither is it the secret of life, no matter what time of the year it is. What you should aim for are good times, laughter and festive cheer with family and friends over the party season. Go ahead, have a fab Xmas, and when it comes to the New Year, there is one consolation. Those few extra pounds will keep you warm in January then once the weather gets warmer, you can start thinking about that all time summer favourite – The Bikini Diet. Make sure you follow Kathryn on Twitter: @kathrynlea3
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Late ‘90s and early 00’s pop sensations 5ive (now four), Atomic Kitten and B*Witched will take to the stage along with other acts following the huge success of the reality-documentary show that premiered at the end of January this year. It documented the reunion of some of the biggest names of the ‘90s pop music scene including 911, Honeyz and Liberty X, and the two weeks of rehearsals which preceded the one date concert at London’s Hammersmith Apollo in February this year. However, the show was so successful that the Hammersmith Apollo concert, which only seated 3,000 people, sold out in just five minutes after the show’s premier on January 31st. The final episode of The Big Reunion aired on March 28th this year to over 1 million viewers, claiming 974,000 at 9pm, and a further 246,000 on ITV2+1. This led to what can only be described as snowball success and in February a full arena tour of 12 shows was announced, taking the pop superstars on a whirlwind nationwide trip around the UK, with further dates added due to popularity and high demand. Over 100,000 tickets were sold for the tour, which travelled to 14 cities and played to audiences of up to 15,000 people. The Christmas gigs, announced in March, were again a huge success like The Big Reunion Tour, and three extra dates had to be added, which went on sale in April, bringing the total to seven shows at five venues, including two matinees at the O2 London and Manchester’s own Phones 4u Arena. The festive gigs kick off on December 11th in Nottingham and move on to Birmingham, Sheffield, and London before coming to Manchester on the 15th for the last leg, just in time to contend for the ever-illustrious Christmas number one.
The stars of The Big Reunion are joining forces to fight for the Christmas top spot with the well-known anthem I Wish It Could Be Christmas Everyday, by Wizzard, and bookies have the song pegged at 7-1 against The X Factor winner’s single at 11-8, and Lily Allen’s cover version of Keane’s Somewhere Only We Know at 11-2.
Blue It was only revealed back in February that Blue were to join The Big Reunion Tour to perform alongside the other six acts. The band said “This sounded like a lot of fun, giving us the perfect chance to perform together again in the UK”. But sadly for many women, Blue will not be rejoining The Big Reunion for the Christmas shows; as the band re-formed back in 2011 prior to the ITV2 show, and already have their own headline comeback tour which began back in October.
Drama The ITV2 show was not without its dramas, with band 5ive re-forming ironically with just four members, minus J Brown who was criticised on the show for what ‘band mates’ called bullying and aggressive behavior when they were still together from 1997-2001. Brown returned to TV screens for The Big Reunion Tour in September when he hit back at accusations about his behavior, admitting to suffering from chronic insomnia and depression, which reached a climax when he tried to commit suicide . Girl band Atomic Kitten also have some drama of their own to cope with, as band member Kerry Katona is expecting her fifth child and will be six months pregnant when they take to the stage this month. Whatever the outcome of the live tour, it seems that ITV will be happy no matter what, with two contenders for Christmas number one: The X Factor winner and The Big Reunion acts will be competing against the likes of ACDC, and Susan Boyle and Elvis for their place at the top of the charts this Christmas.
You can buy tickets for The Big Reunion: Christmas Tour online at www.phones4uarena.co.uk By Shaunagh Durkin Twitter: @sedurkin92
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The lights are on and the town hall Santa is back – and the Christmas markets have thrown open their shutters for another year. This year, the market – Britain’s biggest, stretches from Albert Square all the way to Corporation Street for the first time, with 300 stalls taking in seasonal treats and cuisines from all over the continent. King Street has also been enjoying a touch of Gallic charm with a string of stalls devoted to French produce, while Exchange Street hosts a range of arts and crafts. Exchange Square has seen even more stalls than in previous years, while its Christmas vintage lounge hosts a tearoom, cocktail bar and microbrewery, plus live music. But the centrepiece has to be Albert Square’s magical main market, including – for the first time ever – a two-storey beer hall. Visitors, this year, have also been able to buy special Christmas coins – either to exchange for a tasty treat or keep as a souvenir. Councillor Pat Karney, Manchester’s city centre spokesman, said: “The gluhwein is flowing and the bratwurst are sizzling!” “The jewel in Manchester’s Christmas crown – the award winning, original, biggest and best markets in the UK are looking brilliant as ever!” “Bigger, better and with more choice than ever before, we have the country’s first ever two storey beer hall in Albert Square – with superb views across the market – as well as the first ever Christmas currency – the shining shillings celebrating 15 magical years of the world famous Manchester Christmas markets.” The famous markets are open in the city centre until December 22nd and are expected to draw thousands of festive visitors. The main town hall site - pictured from the town hall clock tower here - alone regularly draws upwards of 1.5m people – with some 7m flocking to the city’s markets as a whole. For opening times visit:
www.christmasmarkets.com
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Situated on Warburton Street in Didsbury is Cibo. A back-to-basics restaurant serving rustic Northern Italian cuisines that are simply delicious! It’s the perfect place to visit if you’re already suffering from those dreaded Winter Blues. This quirky barnyard-style building looks extremely inviting inside and out. There’s a pretty wood burner to dine beside and a spirally staircase leading up to the ‘attic’ where guests can dine under a wooden beamed ceiling. We were given two options with our menu; a selection of smaller dishes to share between us so we could try a bit of everything or a three-course meal each… But what Italian shares food? That’s right, we guzzled down three tasty authentic courses! Four if you include the fresh doughy bread with olives we were greeted with at the start.
Faultless To begin with, we ordered the San Danielle Ham, Vine Tomato with Burrata Cheese and the Spicy Neapolitan Sausage on Spinach. We would highly recommend both dishes, although the Burrata Cheese definitely prevailed out of the two with its creamy taste and that melt-in-your-mouth texture. Red Wine from the bar? Oh go on then!
For our mains we ordered the Fillet Steak with Rocket, Parmesan and Aged Balsamic with a side of Fries and also the Gnocchi with Wild Boar Ragu – just like mamma used to make it! Both dishes were faultless; the Steak was extremely tender and cooked to perfection, the Gnocchi we’re still drooling over - a truly Italian dish that really gets the taste buds going. Choosing from the Desserts Menu was a tricky task when there’s a range to choose from. In fact, we are now beginning to wonder whether or not the Desserts could have been ordered in the Tapas way… Why didn’t think we of that sooner! The Blueberry Cheesecake was lovely and rich nonetheless and had been drizzled in a sweet satisfying raspberry sauce. We also had no choice but to share the Cheese Board due to it’s large size, mm baked Camembert! Dining at Cibo was a very unique atmospheric experience and we’ll be sure to return. If quality and elegance is your thing, then we’re confident you’ll enjoy yourself as much as we did. And when you do visit be sure to tell ‘em we sent you... Capisce?
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Not many people know this, but many years ago Didsbury used to be classed as Lancashire rather than the Manchester suburb we now know it as. An area built on immigration from the late 18th century. Initially European immigrants settled mainly in the suburbs to the north of the city, but from the 1890s onwards, many of them moved to what were seen as the more “sophisticated” suburbs in the south. Today there is still a journey of “sophistication” that happens as people move to Manchester as students, make the journey to young professionals, have families and move a few years later to Didsbury to settle. Despite this continual journey compared to other local towns, Didsbury is relatively small with a population of around 15,000 people. So what of the Didsbury of today? What makes it unique? Didsbury, and in particular West Didsbury and Burton Road, has become a destination for those that want a bustling atmosphere and wide choice of restaurants. Older restaurateurs will talk of the days when there were only a handful of restaurants on Burton Road and yet the growth has been organic and seems very fitting. Undoubtedly it is an area only 2nd to the Curry Mile as the highest density of restaurants in Manchester and what Didsbury offers is variety. HSH has been involved in both the Burton Road and Barlow Moor Road expanse of restaurants for the past few years. On Burton Road, Harvey Silver Hodgkinson have sold businesses such as the traditional fish and chips shops ëFish Baití (formerly Frankies Fish Bar) to Rhubarb Restaurant, the only restaurant in West Didsbury to be included in the Michelin Guide, and has been listed for five consecutive years. For Japanese food lovers we sold Sakura House and those who are looking for a Craft Beer, recently opened Mary & Archie was purchased through Harvey Silver Hodgkinson & it has the finest selection of craft beer in Didsbury. Not to be outdone, the businesses we have sold on Barlow Moor Road include The Art Of Tea, Didsbury’s independent cafe bar serving fresh, locally sourced produce, loose leaf tea, specialty wines & beers; and Sansou, a deli and juice bar for breakfast and lunch. Perfect for commuters. Well served by public transport from the City Centre, the recent addition of the Metrolink to Didsbury has made the town even more accessible. But as one hand gives, the other takes away and speaking to local businesses the large amount of road works on Burton Road has been incredibly difficult for traders.
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If you’re interested in finding out more about how HSH can help sell your business or are looking for businesses to buy in Didsbury - please get in touch 0161 233 9090 www.hsh.co.uk
Earlier this year, when the days were a bit longer and the nights a little bit shorter and we were looking forward to throwing off our woollies for something more spring-like, Didsbury Lounge appeared. With an elegant glass frontage, delightful vintage styled décor and a skylight that makes even the most miserable day light and airy, the venue has been charming the Didsbury residents and those of us from further afield – who see it as a breath of fresh air. Who can blame them? The staff are charming, the venue is full of clean lines and gives a sense of air and space, but without being harsh – the white is softened by muted tones of grey and green and if the light fitting in the front of the venue doesn’t catch your eye, then the retro beauty of the fireplace should. Then there are the drinks on offer – from tea and coffee through to an excellent wine list with many of the more expensive bottles available by the glass. Ideal if you fancy something with lunch or if you want to try something new, without buying the whole bottle. And still there’s more, as the weekend brings the real party – For those of us who love our spirits, there’s an excellent alongside live music, it’s two Mojitos for £10 on Fridays and on selection behind the bar (happily some of the staff love their gin Saturdays comes the ‘Prosecco outreach programme’ – one as much as I do), and the cocktail menu is something lovely. magnum (yes, I said magnum) of Prosecco for £25. If those didn’t tempt you, then some of their special offers might. There are free coffee top ups Monday to Thursday, so you have an excuse to stay longer with that piece of cake you had while you worked on your laptop. And with free
But is this what keeps people coming back, really? No.
What keeps a person returning is the welcome when you walk through the door, the relaxed atmosphere and the sense that nothing is too much trouble. This isn’t just a venue for a drink Monday to Wednesday nights see the Supper Club in full swing on a night out. This is for date night, for a lazy afternoon, for - with 2 courses and a glass of wine or a beer for £12.95. Sunday Brunch, for cocktails with your mates. Tuesdays through December are movie night, showing two films from one director and complementary popcorn. Thursday And this is why Didsbury Lounge will have you coming back is Lazy Cow night – the all inclusive steak night, your choice again and again. of steak, side, fries and a glass of wine or beer, all for a cool £18.90. Bargain.
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Desert Island, what are your 3 essentials?
Laura Mercier body crème My toothbrush And my eyebrow liner (because I have barely any left!)
What is your guilty pleasure?
Hmmm, that’s not a hard one. I would say sweets… I’m a sucker for sour sweets
Favourite Musician?
important to stay humble and focused and both owners of these are very much like this.
Favourite thing to do on your days off?
I love nothing more than to stay at home, chill with my girls and watch movies, make food and just catch up on life. Is not so often I get chance to do this. I try not to check my emails, but it’s impossible because I’m just always thinking about my next move.
Favourite musician, Lenny kravitz
Biggest pet-hate?
Hygiene, I love everything spotless, in fact housecleaning is therapeutic for me. I’ve been known to clean at 5am if I’m stressed out. Although don’t ask me to iron!!
Name one person you would like to have dinner with and why?
This is a hard one because I’m usually all about my business and networking meeting new contacts for my company, however I would have to say my dad because I really just don’t see him enough.
You have recently moved down south – what do you miss about Manchester?
I definitely miss the northern “banter” as we call it. Most people down south are so uptight! Other than that I miss my northern Acting school I used to attend, obviously I could only travel London to Manchester a few times before I got completely worn out.
What’s the best thing about your profession?
It’s got to be the learning, the constant progression and knowing that some one is wearing your brand because they really love it and support you.
Favourite TV program?
I love TOWIE, Geordie Shore and MIC all these reality TV shows. Plus I’m really into this Ray Donovan show at the moment.
The perfect date?
Haha, the perfect date? Is there such thing? I mean I’m totally a disastrous person! Hypothetically I love a man who can cook, show me your kitchen skills! I also like a man that makes me laugh, but I laugh at pretty much anything!!
If you could only save one thing from your house...
ONE THING! Come on you’re pushing your luck. Ok I guess I’d already have my phone in my pocket already, so I’d save my mac book? It’s got all my pictures, my work and my memories on it. This question is really unfair!
Check out Samanah’s clothing range Critics at: www.criticsclothing.com
Who inspires you?
I guess there are a couple of people in my industry, like Mikey from Trapstar. I really love what he is doing and the energy he puts into his work. Also Marvin Fresh Ego Kid, I think its really
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Personally, I have come to the conclusion that every single resolution I have set myself previously has been in vain because I can’t tame myself. Yes, I might have the occasional glass too many of wine, yes, after the extra glass I might enjoy an occasional cigarette, then a pizza... and chips, and then another glass of wine, and spend the next day rugged up under a duvet. And yes, I know it’s not good for my health, but it sure is for my happiness! Conventionally, New Year is associated with celebration and reinvention. The traditions are said to have derived from the time of the Romans, who begun each year by making promises to the God Janus, whom the month of January was named after. The times have progressed to facilitate what we now associate with a great celebrational farewell to leave the last year behind and start fresh the following day; with a New Year and a New You. Once each January 1st rings in, all those mistakes, all the hard feelings and all that you’d rather forget seems suddenly manageable; the past is left behind and with it are its memories. The beginning of the year is like embarking on a voyage of new ventures to improve our lives. New Year’s Resolutions, to me, are the act of setting your-self an unachievable goal at the last minute, which really, you know you’re going to fail at. The most popular of resolves are in and around the directions of losing weight, drinking less, stopping smoking, exercising more, saving money and anything, it seems, which restricts us from being the person which we’ve inevitably, and possibly, self-disappointingly become. Why with this infinite opportunity to better ourselves do we predominantly decide to set resolutions which inhibit who we are? As soon as Christmas Day arrives, the Boxing Day binge is thrust at us from all directions right the way through January and all we hear is how it’s time to lose weight, drink less, exercise more and look better. You have to look at the reason behind why you want to change something about yourself, rather than the goal itself. If you want to feel better about the way that you look, what exactly is it that is making you feel bad in the first place? If you want to save money, what is it that you’re saving for? Going in to the New Year, with a strong sense of who you are and for what exact reason you want to make a change is the only way you’re going to stick to it throughout the year and for the rest of your life!
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These now not so secret guilty pleasures are all things I have declared war against come the New Year’s of 2013, 2012 and really, dating all the way back to the noughties... I clearly am not successful in attempting to curb these bad habits of mine, which I have come to believe to be a genetic malfunction, because honestly I don’t want to!
This year This year is going to be different. I am going to make progressive and positive affirmations that will enrich my life, not corset it. I think it’s better to delve a little deeper than surface matters to obtain optimum objectives for the approaching New Year and thus New You. My resolution this year is going to be to make time. See old friends more, visit my family, stop longer for strangers, Skype the abroad folk and dedicate at least a day a month to charitable work. I want to look outwards at how I can affect others because it is easy to forget that helping people helps you too. Happiness is contagious... they do say there is no such thing as a selfless good deed.
Do it for you! Whatever you decide to do to reinvent yourself this New Year, make sure you are really doing it for you; and that you can validate the reasons why with the final result in mind. Keeping a photo or an article in the mirror of what you desire is a failsafe way in which to keep strong daily about why you started your resolution in the first place. Reinventing yourself shouldn’t be about restrictions, rather broadening your horizons. So, before the clock strikes midnight, have a think about the things you want to leave behind this past year and why that is. You are about to embark on the journey of your making, so turn a few different directions, make a lot of unique pit-stops and select your passengers wisely. This is the New Year and the New You is entirely of your making!
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Whenever you hear about twitter and social media in newspapers and on TV / Radio it’s generally about the big numbers and global impact. The billions of people that actively use twitter or a scandalous tweet from a celebrity or politician that has gone viral. For most small businesses they don’t think that big. They work in specific geographical area and think hyper-local rather than multi-national. Altrincham HQ was set up nearly 3 years ago with the changing marketing landscape in mind. We work on Social Media daily either actively managing businesses Social Media for them or we deliver training sessions specific for their business. If you’ve never considered using Twitter before here’s a few local examples - Phanthong, an amazing Thai restaurant in Altrincham, get around 30% of their custom from Social Media - Holt Business Solutions, an office supplies company in Altrincham, know that 6 out of 10 new customers that walk through their door are from twitter
visible. Those in Sale note the hashtag is #saletown due to the word itself
Share community news and help others
Nobody follows an account on twitter to be tweeted sales messages - be part of the community, help other local businesses and residents by retweeting and being helpful Think of this as the old corner shop as opposed to the automated self-service checkouts in large supermarkets
Social Media is something you do daily
Be present, Be Visible and the subliminal message will spread through. Don’t think of Social Media like your newsletters i.e once a week - relationships take work & time to build
Be unique in your message
Plagiarism is the lowest form of Twit - find what makes you unique from other similar businesses in the area and push that to the fore. Don’t simply copy those businesses if they have more followers than yourself
Measure the success and return of Social Media
So now you know twitter is working on a local level, what tips can I give to make Social Media work for you?
Ask your customers, check the web stats and track how much time you spend online. Like any form of marketing Social Media needs to be monitored.
Use the local town in your Hashtags Twitter is the people’s newspaper - the news is tweeted as it happens so make sure you use your local town in your tweets.
If you have any questions on Social Media, using twitter or local business marketing check out www.altrinchamhq.co.uk or email alex@altrinchamhq.co.uk or call 07806 774279
People search daily for what is happening in #altrincham #didsbury #chorlton and all local towns so make yourself
Even though the name is Altrincham HQ - we work across Manchester and Cheshire
‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse, The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there! 150,000 children in Manchester alone are not expecting a visit from Santa this year. That’s why local radio station Key103, in partnership with the new Hamleys store at intu Trafford Centre, have launched.
Mission This Christmas They want to raise £1 million worth of toys to the children of Manchester that live in poverty, and they’re asking for your help to ensure every child experiences the magic of Christmas! Here at Within Towers, we love a good cause! And we think this is superb, therefore we urge you to help Key103 with their mission by donating a single gift, new and unwrapped, suitable for any child aged 0 – 18 years old. You will find a list of Drop Off points on their website, where you can donate a toy to Mission Christmas. You can also donate cash online, in person or over the phone. Not all children are lucky enough to enjoy a Christmas filled with gifts, family, love and a hot Christmas Dinner. They won’t all experience the magic of Christmas Eve, such as leaving a mince pie for Santa and a carrot outside for the reindeers. Make a child’s Christmas this year Manchester; donate today to ensure a Happy Christmas for ALL children!
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Michelle Keegan announces support for armed forces charity Help for Heroes. Help For Heroes is a UK based charity, which offers practical, direct support for service persons, and veterans who have suffered life-changing injuries in service. Michelle said: “I am humbled to be able to “do my bit” to support the incredible work of Help for Heroes. I never fail to be amazed by the grit and determination of our armed forces and what they achieve both on and off the battlefield. “Help for Heroes is one of those charities that really does make a real different to them and their families lives. I very much look forward to getting fully involved with the charity, meeting with some of our wounded serving personnel and veterans at Tedworth House and seeing for myself just what they have achieved and hopefully taking part in challenges and events to support them.
“I have nothing but huge respect and admiration for our military personnel.” Bryn Parry, CEO and Co-Founder of Help for Heroes said: “It’s incredible to have such a high-profile person like Michelle supporting charity. We ask all of our supporters to “do their bit” and by having Michelle on board, we hope that she will help young people understand the incredible sacrifice that our brave men and women make on our behalf” We can’t thank her enough for her passion, kindness, support and commitment to helping heroes and look forward working with her to make their lives a little better.
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An estate agent who was pestered for sex for three years by her ‘obsessed’ married boss has spoken of her nightmare ordeal. Faye Blenkinsopp, 34, was subjected to sexual taunts, verbal abuse and dozens of texts and calls in the early hours from 46-year-old boss John Passmore, from Didsbury.
“He would tell me that we should ‘dance on rainbows together’, make comments that suggested he knew my movements and was jealous of every man I spoke to.”
Dad-of-one Passmore even told staff he had built a replica of her desk in his garden shed, and said he would perform sex acts on it. Disgraced Passmore, who ran city centre letting agencies Apartments of Manchester and Manchester Homes has now been warned by a judge that if he goes near Miss Blenkinsopp again he will go to jail. After years of suffering in silence, Miss Blenkinsopp who lives in the city centre, finally plucked up the courage to tell police last summer, and Passmore was arrested and prosecuted.
Miss Blenkinsopp added: “He was furious when I began seeing a man involved with the liquidation of the company. At times he would text me through the night into the next morning. He would ring me in the middle night crying, sometimes screaming aggressively down the phone, saying ‘why won’t you be with me?’ If I didn’t pick up he would cut off my phone, which was supplied by the company.
Speaking after Passmore finally faced justice at Manchester Crown Court, Miss Blenkinsopp, a former airline stewardess, told the M.E.N. she feared the abusive campaign would never end.
“I’m obsessed with you” She said: “I started at the company in 2009, and John, who saw himself as a ‘controversial’ type of boss, would often make suggestive comments. I never encouraged him in any way and thought I could handle it. But, one night after an office party, we shared a taxi. I thought I would be safe – but next thing John put his head in my lap and told me ‘I’m obsessed by you.’
Faye Blenkinsopp, 34, was subjected to sexual taunts, verbal abuse and dozens of texts and calls in the early hours
“From then he began pestering me to have sex with him. The lewd comments got worse and at times they were quite sinister and bizarre. He told me that he liked to act out a ‘puppet show’, which involved two cushions, which were supposed to represent him, and me a hammer and can of CS gas.
The harassment continued through her employment at the letting agency company, up until the firm folded in 2012.
I thought it would get worse! “I didn’t report it because I just didn’t think anyone would take me seriously. I thought I would render myself jobless and that the harassment would get worse, because he wouldn’t have to be professional at all then. I worried I would become unemployable. “Last summer, as the business was collapsing, I finally left the company and told the police. It was such a relief to be taken seriously – they were amazing. Passmore, who was living in Didsbury at the time of the offences, went on to plead guilty to charges of harassment, possessing cannabis and possessing a CS gas canister. But he was spared jail after John Kennerley, defending, told the court his wife had returned to Thailand, leaving him sole carer for their five-year-old daughter. Sentencing him to a 10-week jail sentence, suspended for a year, with 120 hours unpaid work, Judge Martin Steiger QC said Passmore’s ‘appalling’ behaviour had had a ‘significant and deleterious effect’ on the victim. A restraining order bars him going near Miss Blenkinsopp for three years.
Once the hustle and bustle of Christmas has come to and end, the crackers have been pulled and there’s not enough turkey left to make a single butty, it can mean only one thing - New Year has arrived. For many of us this also means that our magical time at home eating too much and doing very little has come to an end, as we contemplate returning to work and school after a restful Christmas break. The mix of cold, dreary weather, lack of sleep, too much food and lashings of alcohol usually leave me feeling rather fed-up and with a bad case of January blues. The days are short and dull, it’s cold and grey, summer seems a lifetime away…on top that, the school run turns into an adventure of epic proportions as I attempt to get the youngest two into school on time, whilst battling the elements and chipping ice off the car. Sometimes something as simple as enjoying a cup of tea with an old friend or seeing a beautiful sunrise on the way to work can lift the soul and I always try to look for the positives, however hidden they may be. Over the years I’ve come to the conclusion that it’s best to embrace January and the inevitable return to work it brings, well maybe not embrace, but try to make the most of the fresh start the new year can offer. Here are my hints and tips to help you banish the January blues….
Plan a trip. In an ideal world I would welcome the New Year from a tropical beach somewhere hot and sunny. In reality I will be in Sale with the kids as we prepare to return to the grind of school n work. If it’s possible, try and plan a trip away, nothing like a little sun for banishing the blues. If this isn’t practical, maybe book something for later in the year – something to look forward to is always good and if, like me, you will not be taking a trip anywhere this year, you can always spend an hour looking at beaches on the laptop whilst sipping cocktails in your bikini - just don’t forget to turn the heating up first
Make ‘Fun-Friendly’ Resolutions. January is also known as the time of year where most people are trying to save money, eat better, exercise more and work harder. To me this translates as No one wants to have fun. This year my resolutions will include: Eating jelly at least once a week, (day to be confirmed), trying out three new hair colours every month and attempting to overcome my fear of heights by doing a sponsored bungee jump…much more fun than saving n overtime
and also uses up some of the masses of newspaper I seem to be stockpiling, much to the hubby’s relief … Better still, the kids can get involved - we have created some rather unusual object d’art and even my boys can concentrate long enough to get a small piece finished in an afternoon.
Have a lie down… Strange but true, Health expert Fiona Slatter says that by simply lying on the floor with your legs slightly raised, you can boost energy levels because it calms the body and opens up your energy channels. Based on Traditional Chinese Medicine, this exercise relaxes both the lower and upper back which then, in turn, opens the stomach meridian or energy channel. Fiona also points out that this exercise is best carried out first thing in the morning, when you first wake up. Well, personally I’m not sure about the science behind it all but any exercise that involves me lying down in the morning has got to be worth a go.
Don’t forget to smile When you laugh or smile your brain releases little chemical messages known as endorphins. This ‘feel-good’ message is actually potent enough to remove physical and emotional pain from your body. Travelling down the spine and then throughout the body, they create a feeling of well being as they go. One thing worth mentioning is that, unlike your friends n family, endorphins do not recognize a fake smile from a real one, meaning that if you pretend you are happy, you could actually end up feeling really happy – how cool is that? Go ahead and give it a try, it works for me – in fact it seems to be contagious, the more people I smile at, the happier I feel. Getting the kids back into the swing of early mornings and long school days come January is always a bit of a struggle. Seems they are just as susceptible to feeling winter blues as we grown-ups are and I have even got a plan of action to kick-start them too: I am going to give them ‘practice-run week’. This means that they go to bed early (bonus for me) and get up early and will, hopefully, mean that by the time school does reopen in January we have half a chance of actually being on time. If I’m lucky it also means I will get away with sandwiches for lunch….
Get a hobby. Last year I decided to have a crack at Deco-patch, mostly because I felt left out of what had become a mini-craft-craze and also because it looks easy. My mum is extremely talented with all things craft related and over the years she has created embroidered pillowcases, macramé hanging baskets and countless tapestries. Sadly I have not inherited her skill, or patience. I did attempt the ancient art of cross-stitching once but lost both my sanity and colour chart before I even completed a row. Deco-patch is perfect for me, it comes together quickly, requires minimal thought – allowing my mind to wander freely
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In January, last year’s X-Factor winner, James Arthur will be taking to the stage at 02 Apollo for his gig in Manchester. This isn’t the first time he has been on stage in Manchester however; the star recently headlined a stellar evening’s entertainment alongside boyband The Vamps at the Christmas lights switch on in the city centre. Over 25,000 people watched the spectacle live in Albert Square and on screens in Spinningfields and Exchange Square - making it Manchester’s biggest ever city centre event. Extra screens had to be put on in Princess Street as crowds stretched around the Town Hall while another 25,000 people watched online. One spectator said, “It felt like the whole of Manchester had come down to Albert Square o help us welcome in Christmas 2013.” James’ tour is expected to be a showstopper and we are happy to say that there are still a handful of tickets left! But be quick as there isn’t many!
This year’s trip to meet Father Christmas and his farmyard friends at the Farm promises to be more exciting than ever. See Prancer and Dancer, Father Christmas’s two adorable reindeer. There’ll be live music and festive food and drink to enjoy. See the farm animals, including the donkey’s pigs and horses and some will be star attraction of our traditional nativity scene.
A self-assembly Swedish crime thriller from award-winning comedy duo LipService. Ex-popstar recluse Freya Johnsson discovers a body in her remote farmhouse barn; a man with a walking pole in his forehead. Enter Inspector Sandra Larsson in her authentic, rustic knitwear. With her own personal life unravelling before our eyes, it is up to her to follow the pattern of a mystery with many holes. Nordic Noir comedy featuring a knitted set, a 70s pop band, a drunken moose... and that jumper!
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There can be few people who don’t know the story of War Horse, the classic Michael Morpurgo novel that became a hit movie for Hollywood director Steven Spielberg. But while the straightforward plot of the love and loyalty between a boy and his horse set in the First World War springs few surprises, people are still flocking to see the mesmerising and hugely successful stage version, which is touring across the world. The reason has to be that the execution of the play highlights all that is truly wonderful about human endeavour – an uplifting tale told through terrific acting, to stirring folk music and with perfect technical accomplishment by puppeteers – while its subject matter is about the most terrible aspect of humanity - war. It is the story of Albert Narracott – played with brilliant innocence by Lee Armstrong – and his horse Joey, which is taken by the army to serve in the war and has harrowing adventures in the killing fields of France, before Albert himself takes the journey across The Channel to serve and search for him.
Multi award-winning Many of the plaudits for the multi award-winning National Theatre production rightly focus on the jaw-dropping mechanical horses, made and manoeuvred by Handspring Puppet Company.
The full-size steeds, made of cable, leather and steel, come alive with the movements and expert choreography of their handlers – the twitch of an ear or shudder of mane, the only thing they don’t do is sweat – and this contact emphasises the historic bond between human and horse.
Compelling But other aspects of the production are equally compelling. The lighting and simple set vividly conjure up the mud of a Devon field or Somme trench – and the folksongs by Derbyshire’s John Tams – sung with heart by Bob Fox – are the essence of England. This is an ensemble work, with Armstrong and the horses shining. As they should for Morpurgo and his adapter for stage, Nick Stafford, know people, especially children, understand suffering to a greater degree when animals are involved. That is why, especially as we move into the 100th anniversary year of the outbreak of the conflict, there was hardly a dry eye in the house at the end. War Horse has the longest run of any play ever to appear at The Lowry. Gallop to see it. This is a thoroughbred production and one of the best theatrical experiences you will ever have the pleasure – and pain – to experience. By Paul Ogden
Altrincham’s Market will be transformed with festive cheer, exclusively for the home, selling high quality local Christmas goodies. They will be serving up mulled wine, continental beers, mince pies, a gift wrap service and Christmas films for the kids! So stop off on your way home from work and school and get into the Christmas spirit! For more information, check out
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The spotlight is on again at St. Nicholas Church, Burnage this Christmas. On Saturday 21st December 2013, the building will open its doors for two performances of a brand new production of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol.” It is written and directed by Musical Director Oliver Mills (who also produced the successful production of Jesus Christ Superstar in April) and is presented by Burnage Community Choir and a whole host of actors and stage crew from the local area. It’s family friendly and should be a real Christmas treat! Come along to see this wonderful story as you’ll never have seen it before!
With the last month seeing JLS release their Goodbye: Greatest Hits album, a retrospective of their five years together in the spotlight, the time has come for the band to depart on stage too. The 4 piece band which were formed on X-Factor will part ways after the tour to accomplish their own personal goals. Band member Aston has recently spoke about his future, “I’ve started writing an album, which is very exciting. That’s the plan of action for next year.” We wish them all the best in the future and hope to see them deliver a great performance in Manchester this month!
Scorpio
Taurus
Being organised will give you more time for the activities you enjoy. Keep a shopping list of all the groceries and cleaning supplies you require to run your household smoothly. Whenever you run out of something, chec your list.
Pay close attention to your dreams. They are trying to tell you something important. An obsession with a new arrival at work or in your social circle gives you a sexy sparkle. You’re willing to do anything to get their attention.
Aquarius
Gemini
Acquiring a new gadget saves you time, money and energy. It’s amazing how quickly you can do work when you have a good computer, phone or car at your disposal. If you play your cards right, you can get a great discount.
You have friends from all different walks of life. People enjoy your company because you’re not judgmental. You encourage people to live according to their value systems, provided these beliefs don’t hurt anyone else.
Leo
Libra
Pisces
Cancer
Acquiring specialised knowledge about an unusual subject could lead to an interesting and exciting offer. People will respond well to your energy and enthusiasm. You take a creative approach to learning and passing on knowledge that is very refreshing.
An unusual partnership is working well for you. The two of you speak a kind of shorthand that nobody else can comprehend. This lends a nice dash of spice to your union. Signing a contract or entering a business agreement will work out well for you in times to come.
You want financial security, but not in the conventional way. Having a regular job can undermine your creativity. You’d rather have a position that involves unorthodox hours and offbeat people. Fortunately, you can land just such a job quite easily.
The more flexible you are at work, the higher your star will rise. Your boss may ask you to cover for somebody who has a different job title. Although the prospect is daunting, you will be able to handle the responsibilities. Don’t be surprised if you are offered a rise, bonus or promotion as a reward.
Virgo
Sagittarius
Aries
An unexpected windfall is on the way. Put this money toward a new computer, phone or car. Having reliable equipment will boost your professional prospects. If you’ve been thinking of opening a home based business, now is the time to do it..
Your wild style attracts lots of attention. If someone seems uncomfortable with your flamboyance, they’re not worth your time or energy. You’re not the type to rein in your personality to win approval. Fortunately, there is someone who delights in your offbeat style.
It’s time to set yourself apart from the crowd. You’re always interested in what is now and hot. Making a bold proposition will attract attention and acclaim. Don’t be afraid of seeming strange or outrageous. Ultimately, people will be impressed by your unique vision and give you their support.
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