The article introduces the International Arts Culture Olympia Awards, which aims to recognize and inspire gifted talents in entertainment from around the world. The awards seek to level the playing field for all cultures to compete globally, similar to the Olympics, but for the arts held every year. It mentions Carole Gray and Cerdan Smith, a Hollywood media power couple, who founded the awards to preserve the dignity of humanity and promote goodness through celebrating talented individuals in a spirit of love and unity.

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06 Aspire to Inspire
08 Singing Sensation Siiren Sire
12 Olympia Awards
14 Jody Du Priest
18 Martial Artist/Actor Ewart Chin
22 Sue Phillips - Fragrance
26 Anna’s Panorama - Marie Rod Sellard
30 Precious Pets
32 Angelo Borer
36 ‘Talking Transport’ with Mike
38 Wheels of Life
41 Diabetes Care
42 Ask Françoise
44 Philip Ashley Art
48 A Debt of Gratitude
50 Darviny Darviny
54 On Holiday with Olga
60 In the Oven
62 Tammie meets Cher Rue
64 Ms California Plus America
66 Ask a PC
70 Artist Tina Francis
76 Mailbag
79 Breastfeeding - The Facts
80 Meet Anna Karin’s Faithful Friends
82 Beauty Secrets
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Welcome to our Issue 13 as we bring you a variety
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Aspire To InspireLocherz Knight
Firstly, myself and Teddy would like to say hello and we are very proud to be British as you can see.
We View life in a positive way, we know it’s not always sunshine and rainbows, but we believe that if you can
change your thoughts, from the negative into a positive, your whole out look, and life in general will excel to
the greatest heights. It doesn’t matter what you thought or did a year ago, a week ago, a day ago, and even a
minute ago.
Responding to what you are thinking and feeling, is NOW !
We always say, “what you think about, you bring about” so if you stay in that positive mind set, it will only do
you good, and never stop. We know it’s not easy with day to day reality, but it can be done. As everything that
has been invented and created throughout the history of mankind began with one thought.
From that one thought, a way was made, and it manifested from the invisible into the visible, and the
impossible to the possible. To make a difference in someone’s life, you don’t have to be brilliant, Rich,
beautiful, or perfect. We just need to care.
We were born to unite with each other, so always spread the love and aspire to inspire others, as to unite as
one, will only make a better world for each and everyone one of us. If you replace every negative thought with
a positive thought you will be amazed how suddenly good luck is attracted to you.
Now your laughing that is unreal if it was that easy everyone would be happy. But here is the catch it is
almost too difficult for you to do this. You try and suddenly for one day no matter how rotten your day is no
matter who has been negative to you. Switch off, would you, if someone gave you a hot coal to carry around
in the palm of your hands. No because it would burn you, so why carry around negativity towards someone
who was nasty to you. Your thoughts of anger is not hurting them but it is effecting yourself. Because your
thoughts become your energy and with an repelling aura , no good luck can be attracted to you. Spend a
whole week letting negative thoughts go. Become free.
Love always from the Knights of London. Be lucky, stay positive and spread the love. Stay positive and create
your own happiness.
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Locherz Knight &
Teddy - A Knight
to Remember.
Locherz Knight is
a London actor,
film director,
professional
dancer, also
comedy
entertainer, and
since a child star
on television
commercials
spiralled into
modelling/acting.
He is also works as
a close protection
driver. His parrot
Teddy is also an
actor. Locherz
hobbies are music
and reading,
live theatre and
cooking healthy
meals.
Siiren Sire
by Locherz Knight
I am very proud to introduce you to a beautiful
young lady and awesome Reggae Star Siiren Sire
here in London. She is not just an exceptional
singer, composer, dancer, she is genuinely a very
down to earth person and here is my exclusive
interview with her.
Q&A
Siiren, how old were you when
your first started writing songs?
“I started song writing from the
age of 14 years of age. Even at that
age it felt so comfortable and it felt
like a burning desire to continue
doing it. Later in my early twenties
I entered into the recording studio
for the first time and recorded
some songs of a pop genre. After
working with many different styles
I finally stumbled upon a genre
that I could immerse myself right
into which was Reggae/Dancehall
music. I found my sound in this
style.”
How would you describe your
song writing?
“Song writing for me is about
growth, when I write I develop
not just my craft, but I improve
myself. Melody is very important
to me as that’s what engages the
listener, then the chorus is the
money shot that hooks the ears
of the listener. Once my producer
has created a beat, those are the
two ingredients I have got to
add to the pot to make those
3 to 4 minutes unforgettable. I
would like to eventually write
for established artists. I am an
independent artist and it’s great
for us to get our music heard in
another avenue. It can grow you a
wider audience as an indie. I grew
up listening to a range of diverse
music and continue to today.”
Which is your favourite genre?
“Out of all the genres Reggae
music excites me. It has no age
range or gender it’s a sound for
everybody who loves music. Its
universal.”
Tell us about your first single and
latest album?
“In 2013 I had my first worldwide
release of my first single and
Video titled ‘Skank It’ followed
by a 3 track EP ‘Drop It Down
Low’ swiftly followed by my
album self-titled ‘Siiren’. Skank
It reached number 6 in the
Numberonemusic.com music
chart. In 2015 I took a year hiatus
from music and writing. Then in
early December of the same year
I decided I wanted to go back into
the studio to start work on a new
album. I felt refreshed and was
buzzing with new ideas. I wrote a
song over that Christmas period
and went back into the studio to
lay down the vocals. This track
is titled ‘Doppelganger’. This
I to believe to be a very strong
song and decided to shoot a
video for it. This song carries a
special message how we should
as individuals shine in our own
light. Have faith and self-belief in
ourselves and not try to be like
anyone else as sometimes you
can be swayed to do .... Just Do
You!! Doppelganger is due out
for worldwide digital download
release in July 2016.”
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Who are your favourite singers
and bands?
“Singers: Sean Paul; Popcaan;
Bob Marley; Nicki Minaj; Jessie J;
Bryan Adams.
“Bands: Bon Jovi; Daughtry;
UB40; Aerosmith.”
Who are your favourite actors
and actresses?
“Al Pacino; Michael Douglas;
Jodie Foster; Jack Nicholson;
Samuel L Jackson.”
Which TV shows and films did
you most enjoy?
“TV shows were Empire; Sons
of Anarchy; Columbo; Breaking
Bad; White Collar; Hand of God.
Films were Scarface; The Accused;
Fatal Attraction; Dirty Dancing;
Misery.”
What is your favourite animal?
“I love watching Deer in the wild.”
How did you get into the
entertainment industry?
“I am totally in love with music
and always have been. I decided
just to go into a studio and see
what I could do. Looking back
I remember thinking to myself
whatever this feeling is, let me
share it.”
Tell us about your recent project
and where the readers can find
out more.
“I have recently released my
official music video to my new
track. In 2015 I took a year hiatus
from music and writing. Then in
early December of the same year
I decided I wanted to go back into
the studio to start work on a new
album. I felt refreshed and was
buzzing with new ideas. I wrote a
song over that Christmas period
and went back into the studio to
lay down the vocals. This track
is titled ‘Doppelganger’. This
I to believe to be a very strong
song and decided to shoot a
video for it. This song carries a
special message how we should
as individuals shine in our own
light. Have faith and self-belief in
ourselves and not try to be like
anyone else as sometimes you
can be swayed to do .... Just Do
You!! Doppelganger is due out for
worldwide release in July2016.”
Video to Doppelganger:
https://www.youtube.com/
watch?v=ibaCKI0A-ws
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.
com/siiren-sire
Facebook: https://www.facebook.
com/SiirenSireOfficial/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/
SiirenSire
Instagram: https://www.
instagram.com/siirensire/
If you were granted one wish to go
back in time who would you like
to meet, and why?
“Bob Marley is my hero and
he was one of the world’s most
amazing Reggae artists, and in my
opinion he still is till this very day
. He stood for what he believed in,
to treat people the way you would
expect to be treated. The man’s
music spoke volumes, Bobs music
is universal. He also had amazing
quotes which I live by. My
favourite is this one: “One good
thing about music, when it hits you,
you feel no pain”.”
Who would you like to meet
today, and why?
“Oprah Winfrey, because she is
one the most inspiring figures for
all humanity. She is an individual
who did not grow up with an
easy life. But despite all what she
had to endure each obstacle it
had never stopped her to strive
to success and to transform
her life and the lives of others.
Oprah is not selfish. She is a huge
believer in universal law. Oprah’s
philanthropy has developed and
enhanced many people’s lives
across the world.”
If you could choose to come back
in another life, who would you
come back as?
“I believe the life I am
experiencing at this very moment
is more than enough for me. And
why? I believe in my motto ‘Live
life. Enjoy it. Experience it.’ Once
my journey here on this planet
has come to an end I would like to
have left my legacy and move on
to the eternal realm to hopefully
experience the next chapter.”
If you could have a special power
what would it be?
“That’s very easy for me. I would
be psychic. I know with a special
gift like that, can come many
burdens, but also can bring hope
to you and others. And we all need
hope in our lives as it keeps us
moving forward.”
Who would you like to thank for
supporting your career?
“I would like to thank the
universe. She has never let me
down, even in the trying times she
has always pulled through for me.
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If you could aspire to inspire people what
would you tell them?
“To always be yourself and trust your instincts.
Stay true to your craft or whatever you are
feeling the desire to do. You must always
believe things will work out. It May not be
the way you expect but I promise you, it will
always be better.”
Thank you Siiren for your lovely interview.
“Thank you Lochz & Teds.”
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International Arts Culture
Olympia Awards Of Art & Entertainment
History has its own forensic
science of the identity of the
now as Humanity graces it’s
unyielding dignity to preserve
its Glory of goodness in the
fibre optics illumination of love,
and unification of the highest
elevation of the world’s most
gifted and greatest talents, are
compulsively sought out and
vigorously recognized to the world
stage of universal enlightenment;
in the noble character of humble
men and women of purity, and
just; constitute a well-meaning
justice to activate, and Inspire
underdeveloped talents; in all
areas of entertainment.
Absorption levels the playing
field of all cultures to transcend
its diversities to compete beyond
the formidable World Olympic
for centuries, as we are recognised
with a historical pride of every 4
years, and how we cheer, but this
global indoctrination has this
blueprint of a universal family, and
as history is constantly changing;
so are our families.
Carole Gray and
Cerdan Smith,
Hollywoods
Golden Media
Couple and the
lifetime personal
media FEA/OA
to Dr Antonio
Gellini. They are
also Ambassadors
for peace
(Universal Peace
federation) as well
as World Film
Institute, Family
Film Awards and
Olympia Awards.
Carole herself
is a renowned
Celebrity, Co-
Host, Vocalist,
Singer and
Songwriter.
Cerdan is a
Celebrity Media
Host and a
renowned artist.
Both enjoy
socialising, healthy
food and music.
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by Carole Gray & Cerdan A Smith
Dr. Antonio Gellini gave forth
to the world an International
Universal idea. The observation
of a family has a new child
member called the birth of the
Olympia Award Games of Arts
and Entertainment ‘8” Arts of
the World, a celebration and
international festivities for two
weeks from various countries
from all parts of the world,
hosting the event every two years
challenging each category of Film,
Literature, Music, Dance, Painting,
Sculpture, Theatre, and Fashion.
Fifteen categories of one hundred
and twenty games of competition,
with opening and closing
ceremonies.
Dr. Gellini’s welcomes talented
children of wonder and wisdom to
anticipate and watch their mentors
win. Not an Oscar, nor an Emmy
award, but the world awards of
international competition of the
Olympia Award games of Arts
and entertainment. He dazzles
the excitement of countries eager
to host this new model of marvel,
in a forever-new expansion to
unite and bond nations together,
on a new Universal level of world
entertainment in the construction
and development of coordination
and ideas of this Mammoth of
Dreams
Dr. Antonio Gellini ushers his
way from continents to Kingdom
and cultural diversity like China,
Turkey, Paris; and the countries
of quest are yet to compete with
the world’s best. There is no
separation for triumphant in
the highest stratosphere of the
human spirit. We embrace the
circumference of love in the world
idea of a humble simple soul of a
great man, Dr. Antonio Gellini.
Cerdan A. Smith, Carole Gray
Lifetime Exclusive Personal Media FFA/OA
To Dr. Antonio Gellini
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Ambassadors for Peace (Universal Peace Federation)
CDAEM
World Film Institute
Family Film Awards
Olympia Awards
Dr. Antonio Gellini, Founder/Chairman
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Here is Jody Du Priest a renowned amazing
Hairstylist and Make Up Artists in Fort
Lauderdale, Florida. Jet setting Celebrity Stylist
he is one of the greatest unique and creative
artists of our time. Travelling all around the
States of America from film studio set and
highly respected by all the Worlds International
Magazines. What makes Jody extra special
besides his extraordinary skills is his warm
infectious personality and his high regard for
all who professionally work on a shoot with
him, from photographers, producers, models
and media. Meeting Jody is an unforgettable
experience he is so very professional and has a
great personality, indeed it was a great pleasure
to interview him.
Q&A
Jody, how did you first get
involved in your career?
“My introduction to my present
profession was my parents.
They were in the entertainment
business. My father was a
musician with the legendary band
leader of the 50’s Xavier Cugat.
My mother was into the theatre
and growing up backstage to this
world was easily for my attraction
to the glamour. Watching how
actors prepared was really my
beginning lessons to my art.”
Did any role models inspire you?
“Only one true person really
struck that bolt of me falling in
love with what shaped my world
Vidal Sassoon.”
How old were you when you knew
you wanted this career?
“I was only 14 years old reading
of this new hair celebrity Vidal
Sassoon making headlines in the
entertainment world. I followed
all the latest news from England
this sudden invasion of music
and fashion. I had The Beatles,
Mary Quant, The Mod Look,
Twiggy, Mini Skirts. What was
not to worship? I wanted to be
part of this so much for my 60’s
British Fashion era was only the
beginning to my world.”
What steps did you take to fulfil
your dreams?
“I studied every teen magazine,
Marianne Faithfull was my
goddess of fashion. Here I was a
yank following all the ladies on
their hair and make-up was my
love for all British culture began
with me studying History of
Clothes Design, Art and Music
was my beginning. Finally in
1967 I was accepted on a two year
course through my High School
for a Cosmetology Vocational
Program. I studied so hard and
was top of my class. I was so proud
to be living what I longed to be
and finally in 1970 graduated and
started my first job.”
Looking back, was there any
special person in the early days
who motivated you?
“My step-father gave me a
lesson that in order to be doing
what I really loved I had to have
advanced training in order to
stand out and climb in the fashion
industry. My dream came true,
I was packed up from Florida to
attend the Vidal Sassoon Academy
in New York City where I had
training for the next 4 years.”
This was the turning point for
you and I am fascinated what
happened next.
“My time in New York opened my
world to theatre and the fashion
industry and then modelling
agencies. Slowly I began my travels
to Hollywood and New York then
South Florida for the next 40 years
plus.”
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Are there any special teachers
who you wish to thank?
“There are so many great teachers
that I must honour over a period
of time, all have moulded my
character and tuned my skills
over. I can give my stories of some
of the most talents I have had to
share with my photographer’s list
is of the highest level. I was trained
as understudy to Broadway’s ‘The
Wiz’ and Neil Simon’s ‘The Good
Doctor’. TV credits include two
seasons as hair & make-up to the
Miami Vice film ‘Miami’. Major
adverts such as Lipton Tea and
Instant Breakfast. Followed by
Hawaiian Tropics, Nike, Oscar
Myers, Timex, Look Magazine and
Playboy Magazine. I have worked
with production to NFL Miami’s
Dolphins poster (football team)
and Sports Illustrated Magazine.
Also worked with the Great Bruce
Weber of G.Q. magazine with
two front covers of Paul Mazzoto
and Steve White and worked with
John Berry for Time Magazine.
We worked originally on Miami
Vice and with Michael Ray on
Esquire Magazine and many of his
corporate adverts. I have also done
so many films and model shoots
that I could go on forever.”
What does it feel like to see your
finished results?
“It is a great feeling of having
brought out the individuals best
features and natural beauty.
Especially when they love it too
which makes me pleased to know
they are very happy.”
CVH 1st Class wish to thank
Jody du Priest for giving us a
real insight into his career and
wish him continued success is his
chosen path.
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Ewart Chin - Martial Artist
Ewart Chin is an
actor, producer,
stuntman, he lives
in Simi Valley,
California. He was
born on the Island
of Jamaica and is
famously known
for films - Ring of
Fire II : Blood and
Steel - Red Sun
Rising (1994) Sworn
to Justice ( 1996 )
Lockhart (2015 )
The Martial Arts
Kid (2015) Here we
have an exclusive
interview.
Q&A
Ewart, as a child who was your
role model?
“My role model was my
grandfather.”
Who inspired your love for the
martial art?
“My grandfather’s predecessors
and his true stories made me
yearn to be like them.”
How old were you when you first
started training?
“Age 7 years old.”
Who were your martial art role
models?
“Bruce Lee & Wong Fei Hung.”
Which is your favourite martial
art?
“I preferred Hung Gar because it
is a soft but effective style learned
the spirit of the Art.
I love Martial Arts because it
instills a sense of discipline in my
life and it moulds you to live a
very simple and uncomplicated
way of life where you live every
moment. Martial Arts for me is
not about the physical it is the
senses and the spirit a way of
life, that you live each and every
moment with appreciation and
respect for all that you encounter
in this lifetime.”
What is the difference between
the old ways of teaching to the
modern way of today?
“There is quite a big difference
from the old way of teaching to
the modern and the discipline
involved .I was taught by the
monk from the old masters from
Shaolin, the training was rigorous
and discipline for example you
learn one thing for very long time
until you perfect it and then you
move on to the next, while in
the modern teachings you learn
everything at once without given
time to really learn any one thing
to perfection.
While the contrast studied
learning the old way will be
much more discipline, than a
student in modern time. It is more
commercial and just about making
money, instead of character
development for that student.”
What was your first movie?
“Ring of Fire II : Blood & Steal.”
Did you always want to be an
actor?
“Grand Master Eric Lee was the
one who pushed me to get involve
in doing films, I had no desire to
pursue films back then but was
drawn into doing them.”
Who is your favourite film
director?
“Paul Verhoven. I was impressed
by working with him on Star Ship
Troopers, Playing a soldier. Denise
Richards was quite nice and
Casper Van Dien.”
What are your favourite
television shows and movies?
“In the past I loved watching the
Kung Fu series on television and
later date worked with lots of the
cast in future projects and now
becoming close friends with them.
Film Big Trouble in Little China
was a favourite cult film from
back then. James Hong one of the
main stars became a very close
friend. Present time, I love Rush
Hour with Jackie Chan, had an
opportunity to work on it but was
busy with another project.”
Which actor has inspired you?
“The Original James Bond, Sean
Connery. He inspires me to be a
great actor as he himself is.”
If you were granted a wish to
meet anyone who would it be?
“I would like to meet Donnie Yen
& Daniel Craig, because these
actors are one of a kind, they are
just so good with telling a story
where you are literally sucked in
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What are your hobbies?
“I like to go hiking and
swimming.”
What do you do to chill out?
“What I do to chill out is cooking
it relaxes me and no doubt I am a
excellent chef.”
What is your favourite car?
“I love top end Mercedes Benz
sport cars.”
What are your favourite dishes?
“Of course I love Chinese dishes
and French style dishes too.”
Which film was your favourite?
“Lockhart, unleash the talisman is
a favourite of mine.”
Are you involved in any new
projects?
“Currently I have in development
several projects, which I am
working on. I am unable to
disclose names at this time since
it’s still in development, but
excited to produce these projects.”
What is your advice to martial
art students?
My advice to martial arts students
is to focus on the discipline of the
arts and not the physical stuff, by
doing that it will build character
and discipline.”
Have you a message for your
fans?
“I wish to thank all my fans who
have supported my career and still
do. I love you all and thank you.”
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Ewart Chin every continued
success. He is more than a
Martial Art Actor/Producer,
he is a master perfectionist at
everything he does.
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Dr Judy
Rosenblum
lives New York
and is a Life Coach
and Psychologist.
Her hobbies are
reading, watching
movies and
television. She is
adores visiting
art galleries
and museums
and especially
performing arts
and nature.
Sue Phillips
by Dr Judy Rosenblum PhD
Sue Phillips, originally from South Africa, is one of the most prominent
names in the world of perfumery. She is the Owner, President and CEO
of ‘The Scentarium’, which is New York’s first custom fragrance studio. It
is located at 85 Franklin Street, New York, NY 10013.
I met Sue Phillips at The Scentarium, which is beautifully decorated
with watercolour paintings of flowers, zebras, and scenes from South
Africa, all painted by her mother, a well-known artist in South Africa. I
found this to be a very comfortable and relaxing setting and felt at ease
when talking with Sue. She sits with you and gives you her undivided
attention. I got to enjoy what everyone experiences when they meet with
her here.
Here is my exclusive interview with Sue we glimpse her personality and
unique talents.
Q&A
Could you give us a history of how you began
your career and what you feel helped lead you
to developing Scentarium?
“From an early age I wanted to be in theatre
and when I left South Africa to come to NY it
was difficult, because I wasn’t a member of the
Actors Unions and so I embarked on a career
in the Cosmetics industry - it seemed to be the
closest thing to show business! I was fortunate
to have been hired by wonderful Cosmetic
companies and then developed iconic brands
for Tiffany, Burberry, and fragrances for Trish
McEvoy, Diane Von Furstenberg, Avon, and
many others. I was always entrepreneurial, and
launched my branding company Scenterprises
-and a natural progression was to establish
The Scentarium to create magical fragrance
“experiences” and Bespoke Fragrances. I
was so thrilled to be nominated as a finalist
for Fashion Group International’s Rising
Star Entrepreneur Award, as I am truly a
scentrepreneur.”
Who do you feel may have inspired you and
helped cultivate some of the skills you have
now that may have led to your success?
“My father was a self-made businessman and
had an amazing work ethic and I get my drive
from him; and my mother was very artistic
and creative, and she was one of South Africa’s
most recognized artists, so I get my creative
side from her. Both of them inspired me and
both were my role models.”
What are your hobbies?
“I love tennis, music, theatre,
lectures, and concerts, and am
fascinated with how things are
made. I really love the correlation
between art, music, colours, tastes
and scents, and frequently attend
and present scentsory events, and
feel that scentertainment is an
important element in experiential
marketing.”
Do you have any pets?
“When my daughter was young
we had the sweetest little kitty cat
called Ginger, who unfortunately
died. And I could never replace
her!”
Which woman today do you feel
is the most glamorous and stylish?
“I think the most glamorous is
the ‘new’ Lady Gaga whom I saw
recently in concert – she is also
an outstanding performer. I love
the way she has totally reinvented
herself and is very relevant, iconic,
yet very approachable.”
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What do you enjoy most about
creating fragrances?
“When my clients go through the
fragrance journey and they finally
select their bespoke fragrances,
I love seeing their eyes light up,
and see their physical reaction of
joy! They simply love the fact that
their personality and individuality
is reflected in the bottle! This
really makes me happy!”
What was the very first perfume
that you launched? Which one is
your favourite?
“Tiffany Perfume for their 150th
anniversary. It truly is one of my
favourites because it was such
a privilege to be responsible for
this classic recognizable brand,
and I developed it with the chief
perfumer of Chanel. Currently
Tiffany has now signed a licensing
agreement with a large company
and it will be interesting to see
what emanates from the bottle. ”
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What are your favourite scents?
What makes your scents different?
Why do you feel that they are so
popular?
“My favourite fragrances are
floral orientals. I love distinctive
fragrances that have character, a
good silage the lingering factor
of a fragrance in the air and
very feminine. What makes my
scents so popular is that firstly,
the quality is extraordinary,
and is made up of natural
ingredients. Secondly, there is
no bad combination. Clients take
the fragrance journey and try all
18 exquisite blends. Then they
select 3 or 4 blends they love and
combine them to make THEIR
unique scent. What makes mine
so compelling is that every client
scent is custom, and reflects their
individuality. There is no bad
combination, so, everyone really
loves their unique fragrance. They
‘name’ their creation and it can
always be reordered. We offer a
very experiential way for both
Men & Women to create their own
bespoke fragrances.”
Can you in a general way explain
what helped you to determine
what were the best ingredients
when you were developing iconic
fragrance brands?
“I have always believed that
quality is really important. I
was not beholden to a corporate
mandate to come in at a targeted
cost of goods to make the budget!
I wanted the best formulas
and was able to use the best
ingredients…. and it really shows.
NONE of my clients have ever had
an allergic reaction or watery eyes
– which is a common complaint
with so many of the commercial
fragrances on the market.”
Do you feel a special scent is every
woman’s signature?
“A woman who has a signature
scent feels special! It gives her
confidence and positivity. When
she is complimented on her scent,
and she says “It’s mine”.. I created
it! There’s nothing better! (Men
are also thrilled to have their own
fragrance).”
When at Scenterprises, how are
people helped to design their own
unique fragrances?
“We start by giving our ‘Scent
Personality Profile Quiz’ which
helps determine which olfactive
family of fragrances they like. It’s
fun and also educational. They
really have to think about their
answers. Then we take them on
a fragrance journey and they
evaluate all our exquisite blends.
They select the ones they love,
and they eventually find the right
formula. It’s magical when they do
and they love to name their scent!”
Can you give examples of
what you have found, when at
Scenterprises, that helps people
choose a particular fragrance?
“Typically young girls like fresh,
flirty and fruity fragrances.
Moms and sophisticated women
like more distinctive feminine
fragrances with either a freshness
or a combination of woodsy
and oriental notes. Men like the
outdoors fresh sporty scents
combined with woodsy and
oriental notes. As soon as they
take the quiz I know what they
will gravitate towards. Many
people want to recreate a scent,
which they love, but which has
been discontinued. So, they are
ready for a new signature scent.”
Do people ever choose scents that
remind them of happy memories?
“Often! They also comment
that when they smell a certain
scent it reminds them of a past
experience, or a relationship. Scent
is so connected to memories and
emotions and we always discuss
how fragrances trigger past
associations.”
How has your experience been
creating personal fragrances for
celebrities?
“I have been so fortunate to have
met and created fragrances for
Jamie Foxx, Katie Holmes, Lisa
VanderPump, Won-G (a rapper),
Colin Cowie, David Tutera,
Preston Bailey and other less
well known, but still, important
celebrities. They have all been
fascinated with the process of
creating scents, so they look to me
as the expert, and they have been
really interested in the process.
They simply LOVE their formulas
and the experience!”
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I am grateful and honoured to
be a Woman of Influence and
encourage you all to look at the
world through your senses –note
by note and drop by drop!”
CVH 1st Class thank Sue Phillips
for her lovely interview we wish
her every continued success.
Contact Information:
Sue Phillips President &
Fragrance Expert, Scenterprises
and The Scentarium
Tel: 646-350-6562
Tel: 917-449-1134
Website: http://scenterprises.
com/
Facebook: www.facebook.com/
scenterprisesltd
@The Scentarium
@Sue Phillips
Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/
company/scenterprises
@Sue Phillips
Twitter: @scentfullysue
@scenterprises
Instagram: @scentfullysue
@scenterprises
Pinterest: @scenterprises
Skype: sue.phillips9
Sue Phillips with her
brother Geoff Phillips
from San Diego
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Please tell us what it means to
you to be chosen as a Woman
of Influence by the T.J. Martell
Foundation? How does it feel
to be a role model for so many
women?
“Such an honour! To be
recognized by an organization
that has raised millions for Cancer
Research and holds women in
such esteem just makes me want
to work even harder to make
a difference. I am passionate
about fragrance and the fact that
it brings joy to so many people
confirms that our Senses are an
important factor to affirm well-
being in our lives.”
Tell us about the TJ Martell
Foundations Women of Influence
luncheon you were at and recently
you were honoured?
“The TJ Martell Foundation
has raised over $271 million for
cancer research over the past 41
years which is so impressive and
to be recognized as a Woman of
Influence is such an honor to me.
Influencing people in a positive
way, by loving what we do is
something I strive for everyday in
my work with Fragrance.
That is clearly what the TJ Martell
Foundation has done – they
have made a difference in this
world through MUSIC and I
am delighted to let you know
that there is a great correlation
between Fragrance and Music..
Even the vocabulary is similar….
harmony, composition, notes,
chords, symphonies, pitch.
Our sense of smell is our strongest
sense after Sight and it influences
us every day. I am fortunate to be
able to enhance the lives of clients
when they learn about the magic
and mystery of fragrance to create
their own personal fragrance and
to be able to mentor students
where I teach at LIM College
and feel that it is important to
help my students strive to look
beyond just taking exams and to
look at the world they live in and
to encourage them to explore the
senses.
Women of Influence Honorees - From Left to Right - Dalia Lamming-Tilly,
Sue Phillips, Kristine Johnson, Ruby Marchand, Robin Quivers (MC),
Ariane Duarte, Debra Joester, Nancy Lieberman
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Anna Karin
was born in
Sweden. She is
a descendant of
Nordic Royalty
“King Oscar II”,
King of Sweden
and Norway.
Anna started her
career at 17 as a
model and then
actress. She lived
in numerous
countries
including England,
Spain, Sweden
and Italy before
arriving in the
United States.
She is a leading
Hollywood
Actress, Producer,
Film Maker and
Documentarian.
Q&A
What made you choose to become an Interior
Designer?
“I started out my University life on Athletic
scholarships for soccer and Track. When the
reality of my professional aspirations were not
going to transpire, I needed to figure out what I
was going to do for a career.
“I took some computer programming classes
and thought I might follow in the foot steps of
my father. I soon realized this was not the career
for me.
“I then explored an Interior Design program
and discovered I had a great aptitude for design,
and I really excelled in the program.
“In fact I entered a design competition when
I was senior. There were only 2 students from
each accredited design school (at that time
there were 75-100 eligible design programs in
the western United States). Each school could
submit their best two design students in the
competition. My project was 1 of the 2 chosen
for the national competition, and I Won.
Rod Sellard is the President and Chief Interior Designer of MONTAGE
DESIGNS “The Fine Art of Living”, located in Studio City, California.
He is a brilliant designer who is in demand among Hollywood
celebrities. His designs are very diverse to say the least, including
exclusive homes, nightclubs, restaurants, tavern, yachts as well as high
end customized Rv’s and tour buses for musicians and actors.
His work has been featured on television numerous times, he has also
won many awards, including “Best restaurant/Bar” for the popular
show business hot spot “The Federal Bar” in North Hollywood. “Best
remodel of a restaurant” for “Vitello’s” in Studio City, California. Rod
has also been voted into the “Who’s who of Interior Design” – list of top
Designers.
Rod is a multi talented designer who also designs custom furnishings.
From very unique creations, to traditional kitchens, tables, chairs,
sofas and rugs. His most popular item is a gorgeous and very
comfortable cigar chair; “The Havana”, which can be found in several
celebrities homes, as well as in high end cigar lounge. He is also known
to have a very pleasant personality, he is a great listener, easy going,
humble and polite.
“Two of the judges from the
competition offered me job in
their design firms. I chose one of
them when I finished school a few
months later.
“I moved to Hollywood upon
graduation, and worked for
“International Interios Inc.” for
nearly 5 years. I became the Chief
Designer after two years, and then
started my own business ‘Montage
Designs’ three years later.”
What is your background as a
designer?
“I studied design at the ‘University
of Fresno’ in California. The
interior design program fell
under the Industrial Technology
(IT) dept. which gave us a much
more hands on feel for the design
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us a minor in Architecture with
the many skill sets we were tasked
to do in school.
Skills such as space planning and
lighting design are certainly two of
the most important skills to have
in the world of interior Design.
These skills gave me a leg up on
my competition in the design
field.
“Many people can have a flair
for interior design but few have
the practical skills to be able to
re design a space and also know
which walls you can potentially
open up or remove all together.”
What is the difference between
interior design and interior
decorating?
“The simple difference to me is
two fold:
2-a Decorators simply takes an
Existing space and gives it the
desired look through paints/
finishes/fabrics/moldings/
furnishings etc.
1-a Designers has the skill set
needed for Architectural drawings
and Construction drawings and
the knowledge that accompanies
those skills, as well as the ability of
being a decorator.”
What do you love most about
being an interior designer?
“There are many aspects that I
love – I love the process of hearing
the clients desires for their project,
and then delivering that vision to
the client as a real and tangible
space. I also really enjoy using
materials in new and unthought
of way. We are never really
reinventing the wheel, just using
and dressing that wheel in a new
and exciting way.”
When designing a room what
is the most important factor for
you?
“Who? and What? the end use
of the space is are the most
important factors to start with.”
What does ‘Montage Design’
specialize in?
“I like to think; ‘If you can imagine
it, we can make it happen.’”
What kind of designs are you
most passionate about? How
would you describe yourself as a
designer?
“If I take on a project whether
it be residential/commercial/
Hospitality or anything else. I have
equal passion for all of my projects
– I take that very serious as the
client has entrusted me to create
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this new space for them. I am very
passionate about creating a unique
and practical space that they will
enjoy for many years to come.”
Are your clients mainly located in
California, or have you designed
projects in other US States and
other countries as well?
“Most clients are in and around
Southern California, however I
have designed many projects in
different States and countries as
well, such as: Colorado/Arizona/
Florida/Aruba and Argentina.”
How do you handle that? Do you
travel to the different locations,
or can you design projects from
Los Angeles? If so- how does that
work?
“I am obviously not as hands on
for the projects that I do outside
of Southern California. However
most of those projects are easier
to do now than ever with smart
phones and internet technology.
It is quite easy to do all the Design
and specification of materials etc.
from my studio in Los Angeles,
and be able to see the job on a
daily or weekly basis through
technology.”
Please tell me a little about your
popular cigar chair that I’ve
heard so much about. Do you
have them in stock or do you
custom design them in different
colors? Where can people buy
them or order them?
“We custom make the chairs to
order – so the client or other
designers can choose the fabrics/
leathers and wooden arm species
can be selected. The size can also
be altered if requested, at no extra
charge.”
Would you ship them to other
countries?
“Yes we have sent many of them to
other States and countries.”
How do you prefer to be contacted
by potential clients?
“An initial email is great. Web-site:
montage-designs.com E-mail:
rodsellard@yahoo.com”
That sounds great. Thank you
Rod.
Sincerely,
Anna Karin
TheAnnaKarin.com
AnnaKarinPhotography.com
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Montage Designs
The Fine art of Living
818-261-6920
Commercial * Residential * Hospitality
Interior Design
www.montage-designs.com
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her a cuddle and a kiss or else
she wont leave me alone to put
my shopping away, and she sits at
my feet every night, even when
I cook and also at my feet when
I eat. Every morning is the same
when I get up I have to pick her up
and cuddle and kiss her or I can’t
walk around the house without
her jumping up and she grabs me
around my feet/ ankles with her
front little paws and pushes my
feet under her chin and she just
stands there cuddling my feet for
around ten minutes. Her little
sorrowful face staring up pleading
for a love and cuddles.
Marlee Moo doesn’t like been
separated from me, for whenever
I am out she sulks in her basket.
She loves going to the nursing
home to visit Pop and she gets
very excited when she sees all the
residents and staff who make a
big fuss of her. But if we are there
too long, than she will certainly let
us know it is time to go home to
Dan. Whenever I walk her she is
frightened of big dogs and hides
behind me. But with small dogs
she wags her tail in greetings. I
love her to bits and wouldn’t be
without her.
say hello to her first, or she wont
let them talk to me and Ralph.
Marlee moo never gets angry
and she loves small children even
when they pull her she will lick
them. She loves travelling in the
car but only if she is sitting on my
lap or she will cry on the whole
journey.
She loves jumping into bed to join
me and when Ralph comes, she
will pretend to be fast asleep, while
peeking out of one eye to see is he
going to move her off. Sometimes
he will move her and then she
will get back in his spot before
he has time to get back into bed.
But most times we prefer privacy,
so its her and Dan downstairs
sleeping together, and he cant half
snore.
Everytime I go out she barks
at me, until I give her a treat
and she knows when I’m going
out, as everytime I get my hair
straighteners out she will jump all
over me , whining ,pleading with
me not to go. She even pushes the
hair straighteners away.
When I return home I have to
drop everything and pick her up
and sit her on my knee and give
Hello, I live here in Melbourne,
Australia, I got Marlee Moo for
Christmas 2013, when she was
12 weeks old. I got her from my
husband Ralph as he missed me
when I had travelled to England to
visit my two sisters. I fell instantly
in love with this adorable puppy,
she was so timid and clung to me
from day one.
She is now a confident two and
half year old very happy sweet
natured little girl. But she will get
upset and cry if she cant find her
best friend Dan our Cat, when
he goes outside and jumps on
the shed roof it really stresses her
out, and she whimpers for help
until he comes down. Since she
was a puppy he almost reared
her and they will even share food
and drink milk together. They
chase each other up and down the
hallway and enjoy playing with her
favourite toy Teddy bear, he grabs
it runs and she chases him than
she grabs it and he chases her. they
often sleep together snuggled up.
Now for some reason, nobody
knows why least of all us as we
just don’t understand it, but she
will not walk upstairs at all she is
terrified. Yet she enjoys walking
downstairs for some reason. She
is a funny little thing with a huge
personality and all visitors have to
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Angelo Borer is an Swiss actor,
producer an International tap
dancer he was educated in tap
dancing for several years in
Switzerland He performed in the
Netherlands, Germany, France
and the USA (Broadway, New
York).In 1984, he opened up
his own tap dancing school in
Oberwil, BL (CH), and established
his performing group: the Crazy
Feet Company. In 1986, he
obtained for the first time famous
rewards as Swiss and European
Master in various disciplines. In
1990, the Swiss tap dancers even
won the International Tap dancing
Cup, the F.M.D.A.C. Paris. In
1995, the youngest Crazy Feet
members carried off the gold
medal twice at the International
Germany Cup.
Today, it has been over 30 years
since Angelo Borer has been
instructing children, teenagers and
adults in a diversified, imaginative
and successful ways and has
been nurturing the offspring of
the Crazy Feet Company in the
courses.
Over the intervening years,
Angelo Borer & the Crazy Feet
Company have made their mark
throughout Europe. Numerous
are the engagements in Germany,
Austria, Tunisia, Egypt, Canary
Islands and even Dubai. Also this
year, performances will be taking
place abroad.
Angelo Borer & the Crazy Feet
Company are characterized
especially by exceptional
choreographies that range from
folksy hits, classical pieces,
Broadway melodies to the
world-famous Greek Sirtaki.
This diversity brought him
and his company about many
important engagements and TV-
performances at home and abroad.
Crazy Feet has already been
many time a guest in well-known
broadcasts on Swiss, German and
Austrian television on many guest
appearances in TV talk shows.
Top pieces of dance such as the
‘Steiner Chilbi’, ‘CanCan’, ‘Rossini’,
‘Crazy Medley’ and ‘Sirtaki’ are
highlights that are popular in
entertaining shows and which
fascinate the audience. Angelo
Borer is very pleased to have been
able to celebrate his 30th jubilee
with his Crazy Feet Company
recently. The positive feedbacks
confirm that Crazy Feet is able
to offer a varied and intoxicating
show to everyone.
Angelo and his beautiful daughter
Aisha won the LA Music Award
as dance duo of the year 2014.
He was winner from LA Music
-Award 2014. Winner in Las Vegas
at Rumi Awards 2015. Recently
Angelo and Crazy Feet received
an award as Humanitarian Dance
Group of the year 2016.
The G.O.D Awards is a global
humanitarian awards institution
honouring the ‘Greatest
Humanitarians of the world.
www.godawards.com Angelo is
renowned as the most famous
tap dancer in the world and his
magnificent choreography is
unique and holds the audiences
glued to their seats wanting
more and more, in breathless
anticipation. His worldwide fans
can never get enough of The
Crazy Feet Company.
In October 10th - 17th Angelo
and Crazy feet company are
performing at Miss Latino del
Mundo elections 2016 CanCan.
While back in 2015 Angelo
worked as an actor in the new
series films ‘Dead End: At The
End We Die..’ film. His role as
the Killer Hugo Schwyzer, Scar
Face a spectacular crime gripping
Angelo B
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movie and is currently filming
the second part of ‘Someone
Dies Tonight’ by Croatian Film
Dirctor Viekoslav Katusin He also
got his first role in the United
States in the monumental epic
film The Regiment, by Film
Directors Stevin Stix Josey with
Jan Thurling. Angelo brings to
life all his roles which are very
realistic and reveals his true gift as
an awesome actor. I was certainly
glued to the screen, such is his
presence in films, as he certainly is
unforgettable in the villain roles.
Angelo is a genius at everything he
does from tap dancing, producing
shows to acting he is very versatile
and unique in that his rare skills
as an actor is contrast to him as a
great tap dancer making him the
most sought after creative artist
of today. A talent very humble
down to earth gentleman he is
a perfectionist in everything he
does and the results are awesome.
It is a feast for the audiences to
watch Angelo whether he is on a
movie screen or tap dancing one
is forever mesmerised and he
attracts fans worldwide who just
cant get enough and want more
and more, such is the magnetic
effect as one recognises a great star
in action. Watching both his roles
is a must. Here are the links:
www.crazy-feet-company.ch
www.crazy-feet-company.ch/
en-gb/movies/singsingsing_film-
en-GB
You Tube
www.youtube.com/
watch?v=35vxAzzulK8&sns=em
CVH 1st Class wish Angelo
Borer every continued success.
I particularly loved watching
Angelo sing and dance with The
Crazy Feet in this YouTube link,
and would encourage our readers
to watch this.
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Director of BAC
Properties UK
Ltd, Chairman of
Glossop Vehicle
Enthusiasts Club
( GVEC ) Owns 7
Rare Classic Cars,
the oldest is 1923
and the youngest
car is 1981.
Mike is a strong
humanitarian,
helps various
charities and
enjoys travel
and cooking. He
is a follower of
Manchester City
Football.
Talking Transport with MikeGLOSSOP CAR SHOW
2016
All hands to the pump (so to speak) it started
on Friday 20th May. This was the first time
that the GVEC had taken over the Glossop Car
Show at Manor Park, Derbyshire, England and
the committee were determined that they would
be organised to minimise traffic flow in the
park and also make sure that the vehicles were
parked to maximise the space.
On the Friday, the evening before the show,
committee members met up, to mark out
the catering, auto jumble, club stands and
individual entry parking areas. Armed with tape
measures, cans of white chalk spray, which is
an industrial marking for events to enable areas
to be marked out, but not create a permanent
mark. The committee split up in to two teams
to mark out the plots. On the instructions, it
does say that the chalk /paint, will last up to 3
to 4 days of wet weather and use. Let me tell
you, take no notice of these instructions if you
live in Glossop, it does not account for Glossop
weather.
On Saturday 21 st of May the committee arrived
at 5:45am on the morning of the show to find
that most of the markings had been washed
away or were extremely faint. The two hours the
previous evening had been in vain.
No time to waste, we set to work immediately
to mark out the areas and place the post we had
made with each club and stall holder’s names
on. Most of the stallholders were in place by
9am and the exhibitors cars started to arrive by
8:30am. It was a wet start to the morning but
the rain stopped around 7am, this was short
lived as we encountered small showers up to
9am. The GVEC members lined the entrance
road on each side with a selection of member’s
cars. The older pre-war vehicles were the first
cars you came across as you entered the park.
The members of the GVEC turned out with
over 50 cars and gave fantastic support
to the show with an impressive display of
vehicle in the centre field, along with each side
of the main drive into the park, an incredible
range of vehicles from the members with an
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The exhibitors turned up with
over 250 vehicles and considering
the weather this was an impressive
turn out.
The rain held off until around
12:30 then the showers started
and when I say showers, they
were torrential downpours. This
did not deter some exhibitors,
who huddled round under
their umbrellas. There was an
impressive reconstruction of an
accident, which was presented by
the Glossop Fire brigade. During
the course of the day, they had two
demonstrations of how they cut
people out of wreckage. Members
of the public that were visiting the
park and the exhibitors supported
both events.
Other interests at the show was
the new TESLA this was an all-
electric car with ability to self-
drive, this was a very busy stand
on the day and had a constant
flow of people looking at the car
and asking questions.
The commercial vehicles that
supported the day were very
impressive and gave a wide variety
of transport in the early 30 to 60s.
These groups have supported the
show for the past 5 years and it
was great to see the selection.
It was an enjoyable event and we
thank all who supported us and
will support us in the future.
See details and photographs of all
the trophy winners on our web
page - www.gvec.club.
2017 GVEC Glossop
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Every Day Inspirational -
Today, I will present to you the founding
President at Tarasiouk-Kurbatov International
Wellness Foundation, Ambassador of Good Will
for SPMUDA International and Chairwoman
for International Outreach Community Service
Project at Woman’s Club of Stuart, Her Grace
Countess Tatania Kurbatov.
Her Grace, Countess Tatania Kurbatov chose her
occupation in order to better educate people.
Today, I will present to you
a very amazing Lady and
Founding President at Tarasiouk-
Kurbatov International Wellness
Foundation, Ambassador
of Good Will for SPMUDA
International and Chairwoman
for International Outreach
Community Service Project at
Woman’s Club of Stuart, Her
Grace Countess Tatania Kurbatov.
Her wonderful personality has
won my deepest respect and love,
because of her dear heart and
concern for people, who struggle
in life due to a life in a wheelchair.
Her life has brought her many
challenges, because she as well
is a handicapped person, who
has chosen to dedicate her life,
abilities and knowledge to the
assistance of people with physical
and psycho-emotional problems.
Through her professional and
charity work, she became an
example of survival and success
to thousands of people that she
has met. I am very proud of what
she has accomplished so far in life
and it is with a high respect and
honor for her that I am writing
this article.
She has been recognized by
Cambridge Who’s Who for
showing dedication, leadership
and excellence in Wellness
Counseling and Education
that focuses one’s attention
on living each moment to the
fullest, optimizing the innate
physical, emotional, spiritual
and intellectual potential that
ultimately brings individuals to
success.
She is also a copyrighted writer
and national instructor of
seminars with themes such as
“Teaching to Master the Fullness
of Life” and “Stress Management,”
she has professional expertise
serving as a, psychological,
theological, metaphysical and
business counselor. Countess
Tatania Kurbatov holds a master’s
degree in psychology from
Parkwood University and a
bachelor’s degree in metaphysics
from American Institute of
Holistic Theology. She also holds
a diploma in Small Business
Management from Ashworth
University and has graduated
from California and Ohio
Hypnotherapy academies. She is
currently studying in the post-
graduate program at University
of Sedona. In recognition of her
accomplishments, she received
the American Legion Award as
well as the President’s Award
for Academic Achievement and
Excellence. She is a member of
the Association for Humanistic
Psychology, the American
Board of Hypnotherapy, and
the Associated Bodywork &
Massage Professionals. Full of
life, creativity, productivity and
joy, she attributes her success to
hard work, discipline and the
support of her father, a recently
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The Tarasiouk-Kurbatov
International Wellness
Foundation was founded in
August of 2006 and it is a non-
profit corporation that was
established with dedication
to serve the local and global
communities. It is a public
charity organization designed
to sponsor the Health and
Wellness Education Projects for
people all over the world.
The story behind
the project
The inspiration for the ‘Wheels
of Life’ International Project
arose many years ago when
a paralyzed little Ukrainian
girl and her mother landed
at Kennedy Airport,
New York.The mother
(Countess Tamara
Angelique Kurbatov)
was asked if the girl had
her own wheelchair in the
luggage compartment. The
answer was “No, she never
had owned one”. A wheelchair
was delivered to the girl by the
airport service. At that moment,
for the first time in 6 years of
illness, little Tati experienced
the miracle of how a wheelchair
diminished her persistent pain
and constant dependency on
her mother’s arms.
Over 20 years later, in 2006 Tati
– the Countess Tatania Kurbatov
– founded the Tarasiouk-Kurbatov
International Wellness Foundation
and Wheels of Life project.
Wheels of Life is an International
Outreach Project that was
founded to serve underprivileged
wheelchair-bound individuals all
over the world. The project was
initiated in 2012 by Tarasiouk-
Kurbatov International Wellness
Foundation, Inc.
Wheels of Life objectives:
Step 1
Provide free wheelchairs to the
underprivileged handicapped
women in Ukraine, Moldova,
Poland and Romania. These
countries do not have well-
developed wheelchair industries
and, even if they do have some
manufacturing, it is low in
quality, small in quantities and so
expensive that the handicapped
women are left to decay in their
beds.
Improvement of mobility will
enhance the ability of the recipient
to study, work and participate in
daily life of their community.
Step 2
Grant free wheelchairs to
wheelchair-bound children in
countries where wheelchairs are
not easily available to the needy.
Increase of mobility will enhance
the ability of handicapped
children to study, play and
socialize.
Wheels of Life
by Heidi Elisabeth Hansen
retired doctor and bio-energy
practitioner, and her mother,
a nutritional counselor and
published author. To learn more
about a published motivational
trilogy, visit:
www.authorangelictarasio.org
Countess Tatania spends a lot
of her time to create events
and spread awareness about
handicapped issues. Besides
that, she also shows her tender
and loving nature by spreading
her love and compassion
through wonderful words of
wisdom in a group on Facebook
called ‘Universal Elevation of
Consciousness’ that many people
can enjoy every day. She always
makes me smile by her words and
postings of beautiful pictures that
show me a person, who is very
beautiful on the inside as well as
on the outside.
She says that she couldn’t have
accomplished anything without
the love and support of her
parents Count Tikhon Kurbatov
and Countess Tamara Angelique
Kurbatov. They have always
inspired her to reach beyond
the limitations of her physical
condition.
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Photographer-AlexanderAxelrod
ofAlexAxelrodPhotography
In the picture in the first row from the left: Vladimir
Bernstein, Countess Tatania and Countess Tamara Angelique
Kurbatov. In second row: Alexandra Axelrod - at Tarasiouk-
Kurbatov-International Wellness Foundation, Inc
Here is the Executive Board Members of the Tarasiouk-
Kurbatov International Wellness Foundation. Note: some
members are absent from the image.
Here are links to visit and get more
information about her incredible work:
Facebook
Wheels of Life
Tarasiouk-Kurbatov International
Wellness Foundation
Woman’s Club of Svtuart
SPMUDA International
Step 3
Improve wheelchair accessibility
in every country in the world,
based on the example and
experience of the U.S.A. The
governments of all countries must
admit the equality of rights of the
people in wheelchairs and enable
their accesses to public areas,
city streets, stores, supermarkets,
government buildings, restrooms,
theaters, cinemas and restaurants.
The elevators, automatic doors,
wheelchair ramps, curb cuts
must be provided for people with
mobility impairments in order for
them to transit easily and safely.
Step 4
With the assistance of UN and
European Union make positive
impact to the existing legislature,
giving handicapped individuals
equal rights and opportunities in
physical environment, safety and
independent living, as well as,
employment, education, housing
and freedom from abuse, neglect
and violation of human rights.
The Invacare Veranda
Wheelchairs Desk Length
Removable Arm-rests Elevating
Leg-rests Custom dimension seats
of 16×16, 16×18 or 16×20 inches
(depending on candidate’s needs).
In accordance to step I of the
Wheels of Life objectives, life-
saving free of charge wheelchairs
will offer new opportunities for
the women in need, making them
happier daughters, mothers,
wives and active members of their
communities.
The humanitarian support
of compassionate people will
always be remembered and
appreciated.
You are most welcome
to help out by making
a donation or to obtain
“Wheelchair Request Form”,
please contact the main office via
contact.
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Who is Heidi Elisabeth Hansen
Danish native Heidi Elisabeth
Hansen, born in Vordingborg,
Denmark. A journalist and author
of children’s & spiritual books.
Ambassador of Purpleday.org
- spreading awareness about
epilepsy globally. Lady in the Most
Honourable Order of Christian
Knights of the Rose (Canada
based organization) - providing
projects in society for the needy.
Supporter of ‘Peace One Day’,
‘Instruments of Peace’ &
‘MasterPeace’. Works at the
‘Danish Agency for International
Recruitment and Integration
under the Ministry of
Immigration, Integration and
Housing’. She is also a spiritual
singer (www.reverbnation.com)
Her motto in life is ‘There is only
One language – the language of
the heart. Help ever – hurt never.’
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Diabetes Care – what do we do?
by Dr Amir Hannan
identify any new problems,
manage any complications and
help you to understand your
healthcare needs.
What can you do?
• Learn about diabetes and what
it means for you. Ask questions!
• Educate yourself by working in
partnership with your doctor /
nurse / team
• Know your numbers – Blood
pressure, Lipid profile, Body Mass
Index, Kidney function. Know
what yours should be.
• Know what medications you
should take and how
• Talk to your doctor / nurse /
team about any side effects or
problems you face
• Read what your doctor or nurse
recommends and share how you
feel with them
• Get yourself checked at regular
intervals and know what needs to
happen next
• We signpost our patients to
“Diabetes Care” (http://tinyurl.
com/7bs5tmu) which helps to
inform patients & families
• Share what you learn with
friends, family and colleagues so
they can help too!
In the next edition, we will explore
more about what we mean by
monitoring ourselves
What is diabetes? Diabetes
is a lifelong condition that
causes a person’s blood
glucose level to become too
high.
How do we diagnose people
with diabetes? The diagnosis
is dependent on which type
you have:
Type 1 Diabetes is when the
pancreas doesn’t produce
insulin. This is usually diagnosed
by checking the blood glucose
level in somebody who becomes
rapidly unwell over a few days or
weeks, sometimes months. This is
not due to diet and usually does
not run in families.
Type 2 Diabetes is when the
pancreas does not produce
enough insulin or the body
becomes resistant to insulin. Often
patients have no symptoms at all
and is an incidental finding when
being screened for it. Usually a
simple blood test – the HBA1c
– helps to make the diagnosis. It
tends to be associated with obesity
and older people and tends to run
in families. It is far more common
than Type 1
What are the risks of diabetes?
Vision loss, blindness due to
diabetic retinopathy; kidney
impairment and kidney failure;
increased risk of cardiovascular
disease and stroke; peripheral
vascular disease and risk of lower
limb amputation; nerve damage
leading to peripheral neuropathy,
foot ulcers and increased risk of
infections; sexual dysfunction and
erection problems; miscarriage
and stillbirth
Many of these complications can
develop without you realising it.
The good news is that your nurses,
doctors and other team members
(eg podiatrist, optician, specialist
diabetes nurse, dietician, weight
management trainer) can advise
you on how to prevent problems,
In the last edition, we heard about
the Diabetes Epidemic that is
causing great concern throughout
the world. Dr Chand in his article
about “obesity” tried to break the
myth that this is primarily due to
lack of exercise. Instead most of
the cause (for patients with Type
2 or Non-Insulin Dependent
Diabetes Mellitus) is due to our
diet.
Dr Amir Hannan
is named as one
of the United
Kingdoms Top
50 Clinical
leaders by the
prestigious Health
Service Journal
(HSJ). He is also
Co-Chairman
of Greater
Manchester NHS
Values Group
and Chairman
of the World
Health Innovation
Summit.
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Ask Françoise with Françoise Pascal
Françoise
Pascal Profile
Born on the Island
of Mauritius, she
was educated
in Paris and
London a former
model, dancer
and became
one of Europe’s
biggest stars of
the seventies one
of the greatest
beauties of her
time a sitcom
star popular on
television and
films . Nowadays
Françoise is an
author, actress
and enjoys quality
time with her
family she loves
gardening and
pets.
Crush on my Boss
Hello Françoise,
I really fancy my boss and he is
so nice and charming but very
professional and he does have
a lovely good looking wife and
young children. He has never
shown any interest in me as a
person it is just business and
business and I just don’t know
what to do as every night I dream
of him and know we should be
together. Do you think I should
either seduce him or tell him
which is best and every time I go
to have a chat with him the phone
rings and he has asked me is there
anything wrong with me ? and
has asked his receptionist am I
not feeling well ? Isn’t it wonderful
how he cares.She has advised to
quit moping reminding , that he is
happily married and to leave well
alone she even cheekily suggested
I was a home wrecker so I’m not
talking to her. What can I do?
Caroline
Manchester
“Caroline,
Are you out of your mind? Do you
wish to be dismissed from your
job or be disrespected by your
colleagues and your boss. Get over
it girl. He is a happily married
man with children. Why do you
wish to break that! You got to
be insensitive and very selfish to
think that way. My advice to you is
leave it alone as I know and I feel
that he senses that feeling and will
never respond to you. This has
happened to me several times in
my career as a PA. I surely fancied
a couple of my bosses during
my working days but never did
anything about it because it is a
sensitive matter and I left it alone.
I know that my bosses sensed
my feelings and respected me for
being human. So get a life and get
a boyfriend of your own and stop
stealing other people’s husbands or
boyfriends!”
Dear Readers,
I understand the pain that
you go through, as I go
through the same as you each
time I think of my life in the
past.
www.francoisepascal.co.uk
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Stepdaughters make life hell
Dear Françoise,
I am a new step mother to three
teenage daughters who are a
handful except one nice one
the other two make my life hell
and I’m so unhappy and when
I complain to their dad he tells
them off and they get worse. It is
affecting our relationship where I
don’t like being in the same house
any more.
Sharon
London
“Oh gosh! You know Sharon,
when I was living with this man
who had two children a boy and
a girl it was a difficult task to
understand them. The boy was
quiet and really lovely, the girl was
a menace as she was coming into
her own personality. Teenagers
are a mystery to me, they can
be lovely or they can be horrid.
I really think that you have to
appeal to their better nature. Take
them shopping I am afraid it is a
matter of buying their love and
sometime you have to do it to have
a quiet life with your husband.
Telling him about it won’t solve
your problem, they see you as an
intruder and that their mother
should be in your place not you.
Their father won’t tell them off
the way their mother would, so
you also have to be very hard,
don’t allow them to walk over
you, tell them off if you have to,
make sure that when you do, you
do not make them feel unwanted
because their father and you want
them to be with you both and you
both love them equally. Sometime
you have got to be cruel to be
kind with teenagers. They will
complain to their father but then
if their father has any gumption
he will let them know that you are
boss in the house and that they
should do what you say. This is
a very sensitive subject and I do
apologise if My answer is not to
your satisfaction but as I say, it is a
difficult subject to deal with. I do
wish you good luck and hope that
you succeed at making them see
your way. By the way don’t ever
take sides with the three of them,
they will resent you even more.
Good luck Sharon. ”
Nasty Mother-in-Law
Dear Françoise,
I’m happily married to my
beautiful wife of 15 years our life
is wonderful our children are
grown up. I’m a very successful
dentist and life is bliss except for
my mother in law has moved in
with us this past two months and
is the witch from Hell.We are
going on a wedding anniversary
cruise and my naive wife has
only bought an extra ticket for
her darling Mother. How can I
explain I don’t want to go with
rat bag.pardon the expression but
my wife is so nice angelic and her
mother is so evil. .
Albert
Dallas
Texas
“Oh Albert, so sorry but this is
hell for you! Your mother in law
should understand that you are a
couple and you are not married to
her but to her daughter. Be strong
Albert, tell your wife that this is
like a second honeymoon for you
both on your anniversary and
that mother in law is not welcome
in your bed so to speak and that
you wish to spend those days
with your wife alone and with no
one else. If mother in law does
not understand, take the ticket
and cash it in. Besides you will
say who is going to look after the
house whilst you are both away?
Make sure that you lovingly tell
that to your wife about the second
honeymoon on your anniversary,
it is important that she understand
this. Tell your mother in law in
front of your wife about it too.
Have courage be brave. It will all
be sorted, it’s up to you to put your
foot down and be the man that
you are! Good luck Albert!”
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Here in Manchester I made the
most of a lovely day during the
cold weather and spent my days
off work walking the canals of
Central and Greater Manchester.
I paused along the way to sketch
and take photographs for painting
ideas. I love to paint water
reflections and wildlife and a
sunny day brings out the best of
them both.
I am fascinated by all nature. My
latest collection of paintings focus
on the relationship of wildlife
in the urban landscape. Even in
the centre of a massively build
up area (city centres) an oasis of
tranquility can be found amongst
the waterways where wildlife can
live in harmony with people. I love
the reflections created in canals,
ponds, puddles and man-made
structures and buildings. I try to
capture the amazing psychedelic,
almost hypnotic patterns, created
on a sunny day.
The Wharf
I am particularly happy with the
composition in the first painting
I did. The Wharf. I like the way
the bridge seems to lead you
to the red wharf building and
the positioning of the swan and
ducks. I found that high contrast
(by painting the edges very
dark) makes the sunlight ripples
in the water glow. I have been
experimenting with different
colours and found this mix of
warm ones worked really well.
I hope you like my new set of
paintings. I look forward to
showing you some more soon.
Please follow my work at:
Facebook:
Philip Ashley Art
Twitter:
@PhilipAshleyArt
Website:
philipashleyart.blogspot.co.uk
Philip Ashley Art
Philip is an artist
and photographer,
a former landscape
designer, He
specialises
in painting
portraits and
ocean creatures,
keeping tropical
and marine fish,
long distance
swimming,
snorkelling and
scuba diving. He is
a qualified SCUBA
diver he enjoys
travelling to see
some of the secrets
that lie beneath the
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Manchester Canal
Maybe it should have been called The Pink One. I’m trying out different hues and colour mixes. I wanted
the water reflections to glow like a neon light and the buildings to be misty. Again, I’m very happy with the
composition in this painting and I think I got the goose in just the right place. I think a comment I received
about this painting by Dilshad Dill Butt describes it perfectly.
“Sedate luminosity awakens in the wake....”
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Geese in the Evening Light
Another close up. This time in
subdued evening light. I tried to
create depth of field by painting
parts of the painting in fine detail
and parts blurred. I like the
positioning of the geese and the
bright reflection from a lamp.
Much more subtle colours than
my other paintings.
Ducks at the Marina
A close-up this time. A modern
block of flats at Droylsden Marina
created a wonderful reflection
that I just had to capture. This
has been one of my most liked
paintings on social media and I’m
very proud to have received over
2,600 likes, positive comments
and shares on Facebook for it.
I’m very happy with the way the
reflection turned out so pure and
clean looking. I love the way it
looks as if one of the male ducks is
getting in between the other male
duck and his girlfriend.
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Cloud Prince was the first horse
my husband and I bought a few
years ago. We were at the ranch
of my husbands friend bringing
him some veterinary supplies
he had bought, when he showed
us some new horses he had
recently bought from a rancher in
Colorado. He had seven beautiful
young horses in a large corral.
There were two beige, one black,
two chocolate brown, one white
or more like dark ivory, and then
there was the steel grey. His coat
and mane shined in the sun light
like diamonds. My husband said,
“The grey caught your eye, didn’t
it?” “Yes ,” I said. “He caught my
attention too.” We entertained
the idea of buying the horse, but
I didn’t take him seriously. Sure
enough, a week later we bought
the grey horse, Cloud Prince. A
year and half later, a little lady
named Sky came along too. She
was a little bit of a handful but
turned out to be a sweet horse.
Sky is a great horse and I love her,
but she will make my dear friend
very happy. My husband and I
sold Sky to my dear friend a short
time a go after she lost her beloved
horse, Knight Storm, to equine
pneumonia. I wanted to give Sky
as a gift, but she wouldn’t hear of
it. My husband said, “Since we
have Sky and CP (Cloud Prince)
and Sky came from her fathers
ranch and she helped train her.
You know what we could do?” I
did and it was the right thing to
do. I was happy to see Sky go to
someone who will love her and
give her the good home she so
rightly deserves.
CP is a handsome and sweet boy.
He loves attention. He is a little
bit of a prima donna. He has these
soulful and bright eyes that seem
to say, “You know you love me,
just admit it.” His coat is like the
swirls of a nimbus cloud with the
colours of white, grey, and steel
grey patched throughout his body.
His mane and tail, the colour
of charcoal, flow like a gentle
stream. He is well tempered and
gentle around other people and
other horses. But, he makes sure
you notice him first. He loves
carrots and apples for his treats.
He will gently nudge you with his
nose when he smells the treats as
though to say, “I know you have
my treats, please give them to me.”
I have a dear friend that had to
spend a few months in a nursing
and rehabilitation hospital to
recover from an accident she had.
She spent nearly two months at
Tulare Nursing and Rehabilitation
Centre doing therapy to recover
from her accident. During these
two months I came to know the
staff and the other patients as
well. I began just as a visitor to
keep my friend company and
help out with what she needed.
We kept company with other
patients during the many different
scheduled activities. I began
helping out here and there during
the activities, little by little until
I became a volunteer. I just sort
of walked right into it. I enjoy
being a volunteer because it is so
fulfilling. I enjoy working with
the elderly because they are such a
treasure. I have learned so much
about how one can deal with life’s
events through the turmoil and
tribulations this world throws
at us by their examples and
teachings. They have so much
knowledge to offer us if we only
take the time to sit down, listen,
and talk with them. So often they
are put aside and forgotten about,
this is a travesty of humanity, and
should be rectified.
In the years I have volunteered
there, I have come to know some
individuals in which their family
has placed them in the nursing
home and only visit them twice
a year, if at all. I have a hard time
dealing with the realisation of
this. How one can figuratively and
literally “dump” a family member
in a nursing facility and not visit
them to check on their well being
is disheartening. I’m not saying
this occurs a lot, but it happens.
There are other circumstances in
which some elderly have no other
recourse because they have no
family or the family has no viable
means of taking care of them
and a nursing facility is the best
possible answer for them. Our
elders are the ones who sacrificed
by giving of themselves with no
questions asked for the betterment
of their families, communities,
and country.
We owe it to ourselves and
especially to them, our beloved
elderly, to sit down and talk with
them so we can learn to be a better
version of ourselves then we think
we are.
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Darviny Darvinyby Christina V Howard
Q&A
Who, as a child, was your role
model?
“My greatest role model was my
mother, she was an entrepreneur
before the word became a trend.
She taught me early on that
anything is possible and that you
must create what you want in
life. I was raised in a bilingual
household, French-American. My
second role model was my dad,
an amazing Artist, he painted his
entire life. I am French and first
generation American, I grew up
going to school partly in France
and partly in the United States.”
As a French child, did you grow
up around food, around fashion
and around art?
“Food was part of my daily
routine, I cooked with my
family. In France as a child I
always cooked with both my
grandmothers, My grandparents
also made their own table wine.
I picked grapes with them and
helped make wine. I learned how
to can the summer vegetables,
bake goods and all the wonderful
things a French grandmother
knows to make. (this was in small
town called La Npoule in the
South of France near Cannes,
I still return with my daughter
every summer).”
Who than is your favourite actors
and actresses?
“As a child, I loved Brigitte Bardot
and Sydney Poitier. I also loved
the very early Star Trek’s with
Captain Kirk as a young man. I
loved the fashions on the early
start trek shows, in the 60s. Also
liked Katharine Hepburn she had
grace, style and elegance.”
Who the is then your favourite
singer?
“I liked Cher when she was on the
Sunny and Cher Show in the 60s,
she had amazing fashion style. She
had no fear and had a style of her
own. Cher continued her entire
life to be true to her style and self.”
When did you start cooking?
“I think my first cookery dish was
when I was 6 years old. I had a
crush on the boy who lived next
door and made him a cake with
dark blue icing because his mum
told me he liked blue.”
What are the qualities of a good
host or hostess?
“A great hostess is someone who
has grace, style and always makes
someone feel welcome in their
home, no matter what time or
day. He or she also knows how
to whip something up fast. My
friends know they can stop over
anytime, they are always welcome
to join us for a meal, a glass of
wine, tea, coffee or anything that
I am whipping up in the kitchen.
I love it when friends drop by
spontaneously, it always leads to a
great evening.”
Darviny Darviny lives in
Key Largo, Florida, she
loves to travel and shop,
bringing back artifacts and
goods found in the remote
of places to the best known
places. Darviny Darviny
is more than an author
and presenter she has that
special down to earth warm
personality that you feel you
have known her for years,
yet that classy sophisticated
glamour that rare stars have
the real inner and outer
beauty that just shines out.
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Can you help describe simple
steps for table settings and
displays?
“A beautiful setting is something
that is important to me. In French
its called the art of the table L’art
De la Table. It does not need to
be fancy, just use what you have.
If you like flowers, pick your own
flowers, use what is outside bring
it inside. I have been known to
take sheets or bedspreads and
use them as tablecloths, a sarong
on the beach becomes my picnic
cloth. Be creative. I live in the
tropics, so I often use palm fronds
and bougainvillea as decorations
for my table settings. Mix and
match things, use what you have
in your house, candles of all
colours and sizes. Mix and match
glasses and dishes they do not
need to all match. sometimes the
most creative and unconventional
tables are the ones your guests will
like the most. Think outside the
box, be daring, be bold and always
be you.”
What is your own fashion style?
“I have never followed the trends,
as I just like what I like, which
has become my own style. I love
vibrant colours, because I live in
a hot climate and love to mix and
match. However, I like the 60s and
70s influence to my dressing.”
Who are your favourite fashion
designers?
“Designers, I do not have a
favourite one as I like the new
young designers that come out
from time to time who do not
have a name yet.”
What are your favourite dinner
parties?
“My favourite dinner parties are
the ones that are impromptu, or
the ones where no one knows
each other and I have invited an
interesting mix of friends from
different walks of life. It always
tends to lead to interesting
conversation and many times
new friendships are made. One
of my most memorable parties,
was one of these, before I knew
it, someone took out a guitar,
and all instruments came out,
tambourines, African drums, and
we all played and created music
very late into the night, it was fun.
Another one I remember from a
long time ago, one of my friends
took out costumes and wigs and
the evening turned out to be quite
memorable. If a dinner party is
tending to be dull, I always have a
a bag of questions that I ask to go
around the table to liven things
up a bit, this usually creates a fun
evening.”
What are your hobbies?
“I am an Artist as my dad was and
I paint very large canvases using
oils. I collect things. I love going to
antique stores, and shopping.”
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Where do you get inspiration for
your art?
“I get inspired by travel and
finding things from other
countries that I do not see in my
own. Travelling is inspiring and
it has been one of my greatest
teachers.”
Darviny, what do you do to chill
out?
“I have an 8 year old who keeps
me very busy. I became a mother
very late in life. I had my first
and only little girl at age 45. So,
while the kids of my peers are
gone to university and they are all
enjoying the empty nest and time
for themselves, here I am in the
mix of all things kids. I am by far
the oldest mother in the school
yard!”
If you could go back in time to
meet someone from the past who
would that be?
“I would like to meet Gandhi.”
Who would you like to meet now?
“I think I would like to leave that
up to chance, sometimes you
meet someone, in an airport, on a
plane, in your travels and they say
something or a conversation that
arises and they are just the person
you are meant to meet at that
moment in time.”
Did you ever design clothing, as
your very creative?
“Yes, as a matter of fact I did,
when I was younger. I owned a
boutique where I designed and
manufactured my own clothing.
I also owned a restaurant for 15
years in my younger days.”
Did you enjoy those days?
Back then, the boutique and
restaurant were right next to each
other, which made it easy work-
wise. I held fashion shows in my
restaurant and and my customers
went to the boutique after lunch
or dinner, that was many years
ago. It was entertaining back then,
and loads of fun. But I don’t think
I would have the energy to do that
now. However, I loved having my
boutique as my endless closet.”
Photos©CarolEllisofLittleSaltwww.carolellis.com
Forinfopleasecontactmeatcarol@carolellis.com
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hosting skills was very enjoyable.
We shall definitely be welcoming
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Travel with me... Mallorca
by Olga Vlady
Olga Vlady is a
highly renowned
producer and
respected in the
field of Television
& Film. She lives
in Mallorca. A
Super Model,
she has appeared
in many TV
Commercials and
Music Videos.
Enjoys horse
riding and playing
golf and likes to
partake in several
golf tournaments.
She travels the
world with her
company OVlady
a video and
photo production
company
www.ovlady.com
I’m a passionate traveler. I like to discover
new cities and countries, religions and
cultures, to learn new things. It inspires
and gives energy and this opens up new
horizons;) Let’s travel together
TRAVEL WITH ME to...... MALLORCA
the amazing Balearic’s Island
Spain is a place where you can combine a
beach, sightseeing and leisure. You will enjoy
the stunning scenery, mountains, beautiful
architecture - temples and churches,
museums and galleries, fortresses and castles,
excellent beaches, festivals and celebrations
throughout the year.
Every region and city in Spain is interesting
in its own way. In Barcelona you can find
not only the monuments of the past, but
also the work of contemporary artists. Visit
Valencia, San Sebastian and Madrid. Well,
fans of creative genius Salvador Dali certainly
recommend going to the town of Figueres.
Cuisine of Spain - is a variety of 17 dishes
in one (by the number of territorial units).
In every region of the country has its own
culinary specialties and traditions. National
product - jamon, paella, tapas, tomato soup
gazpacho. Drink in Spain - it is a separate
item of expenditure for any gourmet. Popular
Catalan and Andalusian wine, fortified wine
sherry - one of the main symbols of Spain,
and, of course, sangria, which is made from
sweetened dry red wine, flavored with spices,
and with the addition of fruit.
I recommend on your sightseeing ‘must
see’ list the Best things to Do and See in
Mallorca.
Mallorca - one of the most beautiful places
in the world. The beauty of the mountain
scenery and hundreds of beaches and mild
climate attract millions of tourists from
around the world. Perfect for a beach holiday,
rock climbing, scuba diving, sailing or
windsurfing.
Each region of Majorca is attractive in
its own way. Northeast attracts historical
monuments, the East Coast - beaches and
caves, the north and west - picturesque
mountains and villages like from a picture or
postcard.
First of all - Discover Palma de
Mallorca.
Palma de Mallorca Pearl of the
Mediterranean is the capital city
of the Balearic Islands. Every
year Majorca receives 15 million
tourists. Areas of Palma, such as
La Lonja and the old town, are
saturated in history and dignified
architecture, which you can easily
explore the narrow streets by foot.
*Palma Cathedral
Palma de Mallorca is best known
for La Seu - the magnificent
cathedral - a masterpiece of
Gothic architecture.
*Royal Palace of La Almudaina
Located opposite vying with La
Seu. It’s a mix of Moorish and
gothic styles, the stately stone
palace houses a central courtyard,
Hall of Councils, King and Queen
rooms, chapel and Gothic hall.
The Palace is used for official
events involving dignitaries and
visiting members of the Spanish
royal family.
*The Fundación La Caixa
Has a nice museum, restaurant
and bar, and a book shop all under
the roof of one of Palma’s modern,
architectural highlights called the
Gran Hotel as it used to function
as such from 1903 – 1953, always
well worth a wonder through
to catch some of the passing
exhibitions.
*Bellver Castle
The 14th century Castell de
Bellver has been a royal fortress,
summer residence and even a
prison, and is a striking Palma
landmark. From there open
panoramic views from the top on
Palma and the pine forests that
surround it. Over looking the
Paseo Maritimo and La Lonja,
even the view alone is incredible.
Enjoy Palma de Mallorca via
Ninebot Segway.
Open Palma on the Ninebot.
Begin a tour through the narrow
streets of the old city center,
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park, where once was the sea. Visit
the best places of Palma in short
time. Fascinating secrets of the
old city combined with panoramic
views of the coastline - will make
this trip unforgettable.
You can choose one of the four
types of tour in Palma de Mallorca
on the web site
www.funrunpalma.com
Drive the Tramuntana & Hiking
in Mallorca.
Cape Formentor - the main
postcard views of Majorca and get
to it only by car from the Island’s
capital, Palma de Mallorca, only
about 70 kilometers. The road lies
amidst beautiful scenery, orange
groves and almond orchards,
gradually rising higher and higher,
and the view from the car window
replaced hillsides covered with
dense pine forests. So it will be up
to the town of Port de Pollensa,
located in a cozy cove, but another
13.5 kilometers to the lighthouse
awaits serious test - a very steep
and narrow mountain serpentine.
There are annual classic car rally
and cycling. The first lighthouse
‘Formentor’, located at an altitude
of 210 meters above sea level, lit
in 1863. Previously as a fuel used
olive oil. Today the lighthouse
powered by solar panels and is
controlled remotely.
Descending from the Cape, be
sure to check out *the beach
‘Formentor’ in the eponymous
cove. Here it is one of the most
well known hotel ‘Formentor”’ It
visited Winston Churchill, Charlie
Chaplin, Grace Kelly and Prince
Rainier, Audrey Hepburn, Jacques
Chirac, Mikhail Gorbachev.
Going further south, you’ll see
two *mountain lakes - Cuber
and Gorg Blau, they are located
at a height of 780 and 600 meters
above sea level respectively. In
fact, it is not a lake, a reservoir
supplying drinking water to Palma
de Mallorca and the nearest towns.
Visit the best Tramuntana’s towns
and villages in Mallorca.
The most famous of them is
Soller. In the valley where it
is grow the bulk of oranges,
tangerines and lemons Mallorca.
Transport attraction - an old tram
that runs between Soller and Port-
de-Soller.
Stroll around one of Mallorca’s
beautiful small villages and you’ll
feel as though you’ve stepped back
in time. The most enchanting are
Banyalbufar, Valldemossa, Deià
(often very busy in summer) and
Fornalutx – named Spain’s most
picturesque village.
A little further south is village
Deia, the number of residents
which does not exceed 700
people. English writer and scholar
Robert Graves was one of the first
foreigners who have settled here.
A total of 17 km from Palma
de Mallorca is the last point of
our ‘mountain tour’ - the city
Valldemossa, became known
throughout the world, thanks
to the writer. In 1838 George
Sand and Frederic Chopin spent
there winter. Frederic Chopin
created here twenty-four his most
famous preludes. Discover the
beauty and rich cultural heritage
of Valldemossa, the historic town
in West Mallorca within the
Tramuntera mountain range.
Activities in Mallorca.
Mallorca is full of places to have
fun, here’s a short list: 41 Yacht
Club, 25 golf courses, casino
club, “Marinelend” with views
of dolphins and other marine
animals as well as three water
parks - Aqualand, Western Park,
52 museums, 50 local festivals
for year, two racecourse, 12
horse clubs, 200 tennis courts,
diving club, five theaters and
concert halls, four national parks
(Cabrera, Albufera, Dragonera
and Mondragó), 48 natural areas
protected by the state.
Cycling - one of the most revered
on the island of Mallorca sports.
Each tourist area of Majorca has
bike rental and there are special
bike trails. There are excellent
conditions for practicing classic
‘plain’ cycling as well as for
mountain biking.
GOLF is very popular, as is almost
always a warm sunny weather
and the rains are rare. You can
play all year round. Golf courses
are located in the most beautiful
places in Mallorca, usually with
sea view. Here you can see wild
goats, different kinds of rare birds
and turtles. SUP, Yachting, boats.
Hiking is well developed in
Mallorca. The surroundings and
the mountains themselves Sierra
de Tramuntana, listed in UNESCO
World Heritage, are most popular.
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there are many old trails and
paths, with most with spectacular
views of the coastline.
Beach Clubs in Mallorca/Chill-
out at a Beach Club.
Enjoy Mallorca! Mallorca’s Beach
Clubs take a day of sunbathing
and relaxing to a new level. Expect
stylish surroundings, comfy
loungers, cool restaurant and bar,
and other facilities.
The cosmopolitan Mallorca offers
some of the exclusive beach clubs
in the world that have become the
centres of Mediterranean nightlife.
Most offer more than just beach
atmosphere with exclusive bars,
restaurants, pools and exciting
parties with live music and
interesting guests. The best beach
clubs on Mallorca is Nassau Beach
Club, Nikki Beach, Gran Folies,
PuroBeach
Beaches in Mallorca.
Mallorca boasts a huge selection of
gorgeous beaches from the quaint
bays with only a few travelers
to large beaches in the popular
resorts.
The beaches in the north of the
island are mainly long sandy, but
there are small coves, which are
perfect for scuba diving. Beaches
on the east coast are very different
among themselves; they can be a
long, sandy and small, cozy, where
you can avoid a large number
of tourists. Western coastline
of the island is a mountainous
area with tiny hidden coves in
beaches, some of which can only
be accessed by boat. The beaches
in the south of Mallorca are more
commercial, offering a range of
different activities.
The best beaches of Mallorca.
Calo des Moro is a fantastic,
natural landscape surrounded by
pine trees and crystal clear water
with a sandy bottom. Near the
town of Santanyí is a fabulous
secluded cove, where they
filmed many commercials about
the nature of Mallorca and the
Mediterranean.
Cala Mesquida is located in the
northeast of Mallorca and is a
rather remote beach with fine
white sand and clear, calm waters.
Beach protected by the state in
order to protect the flora, fauna
and bird habitat protection, as the
territory is the habitat area for one
of the largest colonies of gulls and
cormorants in the Balearic Islands.
Formentor beach is undoubtedly
one of the most idyllic places on
the island of Mallorca. Pine forest,
mountains, turquoise sea with
clean, clear water and fine white
sand; is this not an ideal place to
spend a relaxing holiday?
Es Trenc is one of the last big
sandy areas of Mallorca, which
is characterized by lack of
infrastructure. The beach is 3.5
km long, with fine white sand and
clear water is often referred to as
the European variant Caribbean.
Cala Fornells has clear blue water
of the sea, with a typical Mallorcan
picturesque landscape - sand,
rocks and pine trees. Enjoy the
sea, as well as a relaxing stay in a
boutique hotel Cala Fornells
Cala Mondrago, S‘Amarador is
one of the most beautiful beaches
of the nature reserve Mondrago. A
delightful beach of fine white sand
surrounded by pine forest. Sea
color - intense turquoise, really
exciting.
Playa de Muro is a beautiful
six-kilometer sandy beach with
pine trees near the shore, the
Blue Flag for cleanliness. This
beach is quieter than the nearby
beach Alcudia due to its suburban
location. The beach with a gentle
entry into the sea is ideal for
families with children.
Torrent de Pareis, Sa Calobra has
unusual sandy beach with pebbles
is located at the end of the stream
gorge Torrent de Pareis. This is
one of the most famous places in
Mallorca, which is the source of
inspiration for artists.
Cala Varques is a wild beach on
the eastern Riviera, Mallorca. This
is one of the most tranquil beaches
on the east coast, thanks to its
secluded location.
Beach Port Portals on the
southwestern part of the island is
more developed, and hotels and
residential complexes surround
the bay. Portals Beach consists
of fine sand with a clean sandy
bottom. Opposite the beach is
seen a small island Illa d’en Sales,
to which you can swim on their
own.
Luxury Mallorca’s Ports.
Port Adriano - discover the
exclusive marina designed by
Philippe Starck. One of the
most modern marinas in the
Mediterranean, and an exceptional
base for ‘superyachts’. Great
design with an array of premium
services in a highly functional
environment.
Puerto Portals is the glamour
hotspot of Mallorca with
numerous luxury yachts, top
class restaurants and the best
international designer brands on
offer.
Wine Bodegas.
Mallorca has around 70 bodegas.
For wine lovers you can explore
Mallorca’s best vineyards around
the area of Binissalem DO region
encompassing the island’s central
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towns of Santa Maria del Camí,
Consell, Binissalem, Sencelles and
Santa Eugenia.
Which celebrities live here and
who come to Mallorca to rest?
Majorca has long been popular
with the rich and famous since
the times of Chopin, to today’s top
stars of the world TV, movies and
fashion. Detective novelist Agatha
Christie was one of the first guests
on the island during the 1930s she
stayed in Puerto Pollença where
she wrote a series of «Problems at
Pollensa Bay» stories. Formentor
Hotel was the place where during
the 1930-1950-ies hosted such
famous people like Winston
Churchill, Sir Peter Ustinov,
Grace Kelly, Charlie Chaplin and
Edward Windsor, Lionel Richie,
Adan Diehl. Today in Pollença
more likely to see a cyclist Bradley
Wiggins and David Cameron’s
policy in cute cafes of the city,
enjoying a sunny holiday. Peter
Stringfellow is a regular guest of
Puerto Portals and the south-
west of the island. In fact, Puerto
Portals is a popular celebrity
destination in Mallorca. Many
have their own yacht or a house
here. The tennis player Rafa Nadal
was born in Mallorca and is the
representative face of the island.
In summer, open tennis academy
in his name with a lot of tennis
courts, school, hotel and hospital
rehabilitation for athletes.
The most exclusive place for
the rich and famous perhaps is
the city of Deia, residing on the
west coast of Mallorca. Deia was
popular with artists since the
1950s, and the exclusive hotel La
Residencia Hotel loved by many.
Princess Diana,
the King and
Queen of Spain,
Gwynneth
Paltrow,
Harrison Ford,
Goldie Hawn,
Michael Palin,
Pierce Brosnan,
Stephen Fry,
Noel Gallagher,
Kate Moss,
Sting, The
Corrs, and
Jamie Oliver - the list is endless…
Andrew Lloyd Webber has a home
in Daia and movie star Michael
Douglas and his wife Catherine
Zeta-Jones have their own home
on the west coast of Majorca,
near Port Valldemossa. Claudia
Schiffer, Boris Becker, Cristiano
Ronaldo spend every summer
in Mallorca. Dieter Bohlen has
recently bought a new property
next to the sea.Leonardo DiCaprio
likes to visit Mallorca every
summer on a yacht.
Enjoy Mallorca!
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Straight from the Oven
with Angela Brown
Angela Brown
has been carrying
out her passion
of baking since
she was a young
girl. She is self-
taught having had
impiration from
her mother. All her
recipes are tried
and tested in her
own home. She is a
collector of vintage
costumes and
lives in an original
1930s house with
vintage furniture.
She takes part in
displays, cookery
demonstrations
and teaches in
schools about the
way we lived in the
1930s & 1940s.
Hello Again Everyone
I hope you all enjoyed trying last months Welsh Cakes and now have a new recipe in
your repertoire. I promised this issue I would do something inspired by our American
& Canadian readers—I know there has been a long tradition for “Smore’s” round the
campfire and that there is a National Smore’s Day !! (For those outside the US it is a
fire melted marshmallow put in-between two sweet biscuits with a layer of chocolate).
This recipe has a few stages but don’t be put off as each one is quite simple and the
results are fantastic, these are perfect if you can’t have a campfire or after a BBQ.
I will warn you though these are not short of calories and you may want to eat them
in halves….
SMORES CUPCAKES
Ingredients Base - 6 oz (175g) Digestive (Sweet-meal) Biscuits
3 1/2oz (100g) Butter (Melted)
Ingredients Sponge - 4oz (125g) Soft Unsalted Butter (plus extra for greasing)
3 1/2 oz (100g) Dark Chocolate Roughly chopped
5 oz (150g) Caster Sugar
2 Medium Eggs
5 oz (150g) Self Raising Flour
1/2 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Ingredients Icing - 3 Medium Egg Whites
5oz (150g) Caster Sugar
1/2 Teaspoon Cream Of Tartar
To Decorate - 2 oz (50g) Digestive (Sweet Meal) Biscuits
2 oz (50g) Dark or Milk Chocolate (Melted)
You will need 12 Hole Non-Stick Deep Muffin tin, Electric Hand Wisk, Heatproof
Bowl, Saucepan , plastic bag, Blow torch or Grill heated to high.
Method:-
Preheat your oven to 180 c / 160 c Fan / Gas Mark 4.
Grease your muffin tin well with some butter—don’t skimp on this as otherwise you
won’t be able to get the cupcakes out.
For the biscuit base smash up the Digestives into fine crumbs, I normally use a strong
plastic bag and bash the hell out of them with a rolling pin—can’t beat a bit of kitchen
violence. Then melt the butter either in a pan or in the microwave and mix this into
the crumbs till well mixed. Using a teaspoon divide this between all the 12 holes in
the tin and press down well with the spoon till compressed and even. Bake in the
middle of the oven for 6 minutes, then remove and put to one side in the tin ready for
the next stage.
For this start by melting the chopped chocolate, you can either do this in a heatproof
bowl suspended over a pan of barley simmering water (don’t let the water touch the
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Using an electric hand whisk or food processor and cream the butter & caster sugar until light and fluffy. Add
the eggs one at a time beating well after each addition.
Stir in the melted and cooled chocolate and vanilla extract.
Sieve in the flour and fold in gently by hand till everything is well mixed.
Again divide this equally between the tins and level a little., Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until springy to the
touch when pressed lightly.
Leave them for 5 minutes to cool a little then carefully remove them from the tin and place on a wire rack to
cool completely. You may need to use a rounded knife to ease them out—this is why you needed to grease the
tins well!!
To make the marshmallow topping combine the egg white, caster sugar and cream of tartar in a heatproof
bowl and again put this over a pan of simmering water so they do not touch.
Using an electric hand Whisk (and believe me do not use an ordinary hand Whisk) you need to beat this
until all the sugar has dissolved and the icing is warm to the touch and starting to thicken , this may take
anything from 2 to 8 minutes. This is cooking the egg white. Once this has thickened remove it from the heat
and continue to whisk for about 2 to 3 minutes until firm glossy peaks form.
Spoon this onto each of the cupcakes swirling round to look attractive.
Next you can either use a blow torch or grill on a high heat to brown the marshmallow slightly to give a
toasted look—take care as it will brown easily and very very quickly.
Break up the remaining Digestives (sweet meal) biscuits and push some into the top of each cake, and then if
it wasn’t bad enough drizzle each one with a little more melted chocolate.
You have now completed your Smore’s Cupcakes all that is left is for you to do is light the campfire, BBQ or if
your like me snuggle up in front of a coal fire on a chilly evening and enjoy…………...
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Cher Rue Born to Inspire
with Tammie Starr
Tammie Starr is
an actress and
curvy plus size
Super Model,
commercial and
entertainment
director, and
host of Starr
Productions -
Hollywood Broker
TV. She enjoys
cooking and
theatre.
Hello everyone, I would like to introduce you to my role model. Beautiful
Executive Director of California Plus America
(www.californiaplusamerica.com) Cher Rue. She lives in Dana Point,
California and is the most inspirational lady I know. She discovered me
and helped many plus size models achieve our dreams and aspirations.
That I would not be here today if it was not for this amazing real lady. The
California Plus America Pageant is for women size 14 upwards plus. She
has recently now introduced a Teen Division for Teenagers age 13-17 year
olds.
Cher is very rare unique and most unselfish soul that I know Since day
one she has shown the world that plus size is just a body size. She believes
it is what is inside that matter and she loves to help others on a daily basis,
and seeing others reach their goals warms her heart. Her daily motto is
being a part of a team and reaching a goal is an amazing feeling. She is
not about self and she does not surround herself with negative people or
people who are not like minded. In other words she likes nice people.
Because Cher is a very humble person and always puts others before
herself. I invited our good friend Rachel Mendez Event Director at Divine
Events, who who sums up this great lady.
Cher Rue is an actress, writer and producer. Starting out with writing
‘Dear Cher’ she knew she loved helping other people. Being plus size all
her life this is where she knew her calling was.
Cher was seen on Dr. Phil, Good Morning America, Entertainment
Tonight, Russian, British, Japanese, and Vietnamese Television. With
numerous radio interviews speaking about size acceptance. She is also
involved with mainstream Hollywood and charity events showing that
beauty comes in all sizes, it is what is inside that counts.
Cher has always loved seeing others happy and helping others to find
their inner self and beauty. Cher had her own talk show online:
www.thecherrueshow.com
Cher has been doing some fabulous photo shoots and fashion shows with
her company Rock Your CurvyStyle: www.rockyourcurystyle.com
To see more about Cher you can go to www.cherrue.com
www.imdb.com/name/nm2958769
Tammie wishes to thank Rachel Mendez who works closely with Cher
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Ms California Plus America
with Tammie Starr
Tammie Starr is
an actress and
curvy plus size
Super Model,
commercial and
entertainment
director, and
host of Starr
Productions -
Hollywood Broker
TV. She enjoys
cooking and
theatre.
Proudly I bring you another
inspiring lady and she is going to
tell you her own story as it was
also thanks to Rachel Mendez and
Cher Rue who discovered Kristie
Richardson- Rodrique. Here she
gives us her story.
I am Kristie Richardson-Rodrique
Ms. California Plus America.
I was born in Washington, PA
and grew up between Groton
and Wallingford, CT. I moved to
California after X-Ray school in
1989.
I was born with a congential birth
defect of my Right Leg. My right
leg was significantly shorter
than my left and missing the
fibula. I was involved in a bone
lengthening study. When I was
6 years old the difference in the
length made bone lengthening
surgery not an option. At that
time my parents had a the hard
decision of having me live my
life with 1 shoe flat and the other
with a lift, which would put a
huge stress on my back or have a
portion of my lower leg amputated
and give me a Prosthetic Limb.
I am very grateful now that my
parent made the decision that they
did.
Thanks to the awesome support
of my family and Scared Heart
Catholic School and Church
the transition to becoming an
amputee was easier. I have always
been a person that has been given
challenges in my life and I will
always find a way to modify and
overcome them.
When I was a child all I wanted to
do was be like all the other kids
and wear sneakers, fancy shoes
and play all the games and
activities that everyone else did.
They included roller skating,
kickball, tag, riding bikes and
ice skating. All of which I did
accomplish with some crash and
burns along the way of mastering
them.
As I got up into High School
the activities turned to skiing,
highschool swim team, Marching
Band, Fife and Drum Corp,
softball and becoming a Life
Guard. As an adult I love camping,
Karate, which I am a brown
belt, chasing and playing with
my daughter, hanging out with
my adult son, and participating
in many charity 5k walk/runs
including my communities
monthly walk ,run challenges
with the Mayor. I am a person that
loves to try just about anything
once, which has included a
tandem sky diving experience
When I was a child I spent a
lot of time in X-ray rooms. The
Technologists were always so
friendly andwould let me help
them develop my images in
the darkrooms. Which in turn
inspired me to become an X-ray
Technologist and do the same
for others.Once I was working in
the Field of Radiology I found I
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and helping women through
the rough times of imaging and
the diagnosis of Breast Cancer.
I am now specialized in only
Mammography. I work for
Memorialcare Breast Center at
Saddleback.
I love being a mother and very
proud of my kids. What brought
me to wanting to do the California
Plus America pageants was a
multiple of things. I went through
a dark time in my life, I didn’t
know who I was any more. At
the same time more of my leg
needed to be amputated due to
deterioration of my stump after
30 years. I started praying for a
positive change in my life and
God answered by placing some
very strong and positive friends
in my life, with their belief in
me I started to grow as a person,
with that brought me working
at some charity events with my
friend Rachel Mendez. Through
the events I met a real life angel
in Cher Rue. She was extremely
inspired by me
.
Rachel approached me and said
Cher Rue, Ca Plus America’s
Pageant Director would love to
have me a delegate in the pageant.
When I saw Cher Rue next I said
yes. I thought it would be a great
way to inspire not only others
with disabilities to reach for their
dreams, but to show my children
to reach for theirs as well. That no
matter what you look like on the
outside it is the beauty with in that
shines through. Your inner light
soul.
Suddenly I found I had a passion
for giving back through charity
work , which has inspired my
daughter to loving to help the
homeless.At Thanksgiving she
made food parcels for them, we
shared out..
Shortly afterwards is when the
pageant came into my life and
since praying to God, I have learnt
that he does listen and answer
when the time is right and without
a doubt my life is blessed with
the many good people who have
been sent into my life. I have now
come to a point in my life where I
want to inspire others on a much
bigger level with the pageant I
have been able to do just that, by
joining forces with Limbs for Life
Foundation!
There are 500 people a day in
the United States that become
amputees, even if I can inspire
just one of them to become all
they can be, then I am blessed in
knowing that I helped that one
person to embrace and grow to
live a good life .
Kirstie Thanks Cher Rue
Cher Rue has opened many
doors not only a plus size
woman, but one with a disability
in pageantry . Without Cher I
would never have even dreamed
about getting up on stage and
been comfortable doing it. I
can only speak for myself, but
I have witnessed the positive
effects that she has had in other
lives as well . I also really enjoy
sitting back and watching, not
only myself, but others grow in
confidence and self esteem, that
was brought on by one beautiful
soul Ms Cher Rue.
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Greater Manchester
POLICEPolice advice on key issues and
answers to your questions.
PC Kevin McEvoy
is a member
of Greater
Manchester Police.
He has been with
the police force for
10 years.
SCAMS
Dear PC Kevin, I am fed up of receiving
scam emails and my carer says I need to
report them to the Action Fraud Squad,
but it is every day I am getting these
scams and will they take my computer
away, as I’m 83 years old and need my
computer to chat to my daughter in New
Zealand.
Clive
Hyde
Cheshire
“Hi Clive,
My advice would be to change your
settings on your computer to filter
the emails you are receiving so they
automatically go into your junk mail
folder, and remember, if you haven’t
entered a competition or requested
details from this sender then this is
probably spam email.
“If you receive marketing by email that
you don’t want from an identifiable and
legitimate UK based organisation that
you know and trust, you should first
use the ‘unsubscribe’ link provided on
the email. The organisation should then
stop sending you marketing emails.
Legitimate, well-known companies will
offer opt-outs, and in many cases things
can be resolved quickly.
“If you are not sure whether the email
is genuine, or if it comes from an
organisation you don’t recognise, you
should avoid replying or clicking on any
link as this might confirm your email is
live.”
NOTICE RECEIVED
Dear Kevin, I have received
a Notice of Intended
Prosecution, relating to a
motor collision. Does this
mean that I will definitely be
prosecuted?
Lisa
Crosby
Liverpool
“Lisa,
A Notice of Intended
Prosecution (NIP) is a
warning notification that
the driver may be facing
prosecution for an offence he
or she may have committed.
Receiving an NIP does not
automatically mean that
prosecution proceedings
will commence, and there
is a process that must be
followed.
“Once the Notice of Intended
Prosecution has been
received by the registered
vehicle keeper the driver
must be identified. This must
be undertaken within 28
days and failure to do so is
an offence. This could lead
to six penalty points being
applied to a licence and a fine
of up to £1000. The NIP must
be signed and failure to do
so could also be an offence;
the police can allege that the
registered keeper failed to
provide lawfully required
information.”
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BUY AT THE DOOR
Dear Kevin,
Is it really a crime to buy off
door traders? In the olden
days pedlars used to sell
their wares and today’s sales
people are just the same. I
have just recently bought
the most beautiful wool-
rich carpet rug at a great
bargain. I won’t say the
British brand name, but it is
luxurious expensive looking.
My family love it and I
haven’t told them where I
bought it in case they think
me a cheap skate but all my
ladies members from the
Bridge Club love it and envy
me.
Maureen
Dublin
Ireland
“Maureen,
Many businesses sell many of
their products on a door to
door basis. For example sales
representatives of certain
companies may be required
as part of their job to
continually knock on peoples
doors and try and sell them
their product. This is referred
to as unsolicited door stop
selling as there is no prior
arrangement with the owner
of the property for the sales
rep to come to the house.
“In other cases a business
may first conduct
introductory sales through
another avenue such
as telephone sales. An
unsolicited telephone call
will enable certain details of a
product to be provided to the
consumer. If the consumer is
interested in the product, an
arrangement for a sales rep
to come to their home can be
organised for the sale to be
concluded. This is referred
to as solicited door stop
selling as there was a prior
agreement for the individual
to come to the house.
“But if you suspect any
items to be stolen, you
must consider that you will
be committing a criminal
offence if you were to buy
these items, if something
is “too good to be true” it
normally is!!”
DIFFERENT POLICE
Dear PC Kevin,
What is the difference
between the British
Transport Police and
ordinary Police does it mean
the former are only active on
trains and buses, trams?
I’m doing a School project
and I have chosen them, do
you have a link where I can
contact them.
Sam
Hazel Grove
Stockport
“Sam,
British Transport Police’s
(BTP) officers are recruited
and trained in the same
way as local police officers.
They have all the same
powers of a Constable.
BTP’s responsibility is for
the railways, including some
tram systems and jurisdiction
is usually defined as ‘on the
railways (including tram
systems) or for any purpose
to do with the railways’. For
instance, officers might
arrest a robbery suspect or
carry out a house search -
then they have jurisdiction
anywhere.
If it is not a railway related
matter – for instance if they
come across a robbery in
the street, then the following
applies,
BTP officers have the powers
and privileges of a Constable
beyond their normal
jurisdiction in three specific
circumstances:
When asked for assistance
by a Constable from local
police, Ministry of Defence
Police or the Civil Nuclear
Constabulary
If they believe that someone
has committed, is committing
or is about to commit an
offence, and waiting for a
local officer would frustrate
the interests of justice
To save life or prevent injury.
These powers for BTP
officers can only be exercised
by officers in uniform or with
documentary evidence of
their status (i.e. their warrant
card), and only if waiting for
a local officer to arrive is not
a feasible option.
Contact details
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FINDER’S KEEPERS
Dear PC Kevin,
I have found on my land an
old Hart Parr model tractor,
rusty but nice looking, now it
may be like a collector’s type.
Since I have found it and it
is now here over six months,
would you say finder’s
keepers as I have in mind to
restore it to its full glory. But
my wife says that I need to
report it to the local Sheriff’s
Office. Sure if I do that they
will confiscate and I really
want this.
Dom
Jefferson
Indiana
“Dom,
I cannot comment on
American law, but if you
report it to your local
sheriff’s department in the
first instance, in UK law after
a certain period you would
be able to claim the item as
yours.
“There will possibly be
similar practices where you
live.”
NEIGHBOURS
Dear PC Kevin,
Is a domestic disturbance
a police or family matter,
as my neighbours above
my apartment are always
arguing at night time. I can
hear every word and don’t
wish them to think that I
am a nosey parker. I cannot
complain to them because
they ignore me, despite my
friendly morning’s greetings
they just slightly nod their
head and rush bye. Both are
top popular celebrities who
are warm and nice to the
outside world, but are totally
the neighbours from hell in
the noise department, and I
don’t wish to be a nuisance
can you help?
Linda
Chelsea
London
“Linda,
If you suspect that someone
is a victim of domestic
violence, then the best thing
to do is to contact your local
Police station, you can do
this anonymously or speak
to someone on the phone, or
contact crimestoppers at
https://crimestoppers-uk.
org/
Tel: 0800 555 111.
Alternatively, if this is a noise
nuisance, then contact your
local council, you can also do
this anonymously.
If you live in social housing
(Council house) then contact
them, you should not have to
put up with this noise on a
nightly basis.”
LOCAL PATROLLING
Dear PC Kevin,
Why is it you British
Police don’t carry on local
patrolling? Is it because it
is a tradition of a polite
peaceful culture or just
a mandatory rule. Just
curious.
Jeff
Dallas
Texas
“Jeff,
I am not certain as to what
you mean by local Patrolling,
as the Police have what are
called “Neighbourhood
Officer’s” who are designated
a to a local area which they
patrol regularly whilst on
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Author of poetry
with several books
published. He
enjoys reading
and watching
old TV sitcoms
from1960s/70s.
Loves countryside
walks. He is a
Councillor and
former Deputy
Mayor of The
High Peak. Colin
helps to run a
senior club and
organises events
and outings for
the young at heart
members.
Tina Francis is an artist, teacher who lives in Swansea happily
married to Mark, who is an open cast mine worker and is a great fan
of Tina’s art work and has been a great support to Tina as she travels
around she finds inspiration for her work. She was born in Leeds and
from the age of 16 years old she lived in Australia for two years, where
she took up modelling with the help of her aunt who was a top model
out there., most of Tina’s Mother’s family had already immigrated out
there when she was 3 years old.
At the age of 18 Tina moved to Germany and met someone and had
her first child, that is when Tina decided to move to Wales which is
where her family had by now moved to.
Tina eventually married and moved to the small, mid Wales village
of Devils Bridge where her two other children were born, a daughter
called Joy who was born severely disabled and five years later her son
was born who she called Craig.
Later divorced in 1992 she moved from Devils Bridge to South Wales,
where in 2000 she met Mark. Tina says painting expresses her deep
joy and she is very proud of her two boys and one girl. Meeting Mark
completed her happiness.
Q&A
Tina, what age did you first start
drawing?
“I was very young, since a small
child.”
What is your earliest happy
memories as a child?
One memory that was very
important in my life as an artist,
was when I was about 10/11years
old. I have always loved animals,
and just outside of Leeds where I
was born was a small family run
Zoo in Knaresborough run by a
man named Nyoko. I found a way
to get into the zoo by climbing
this tree, getting on to a wall and
jumping down holding my pens
and sketch pad. I had done this
many times before I was caught.
Then one day Nyoko caught me
and gave me an ultimatum ‘You
come and clean and you will be let
in the front gate, or I never want
to see you again’ It sounded scary,
but he took me to the biggest pile
of elephant dung and said ‘I want
you to clean that up.’ He must have
thought I was going to run. But I
pulled up my sleeves and cleaned
with all my heart, and in doing so
we became lifelong friends, which
enabled me to sketch the animals
to my heart’s content.”
When did you start oil painting?
When I was twenty two, I found
myself married with two children
- my son, Glenn, who was two and
my daughter Joy, who was born
severely disabled with cerebral
palsy, profoundly deaf and very
young mentally. I knew that my
life was never going to be the
same again. So on one of my usual
Sunday trips to a local outdoor
market with my dad. I came
across a stall selling cheap Chinese
paints and canvases, ‘That’s what
I am going to do dad ’ I said, I
am going to paint. ‘ That’s nice ’
said my dad and inquired ‘Who is
going to teach you way out here in
Devils Bridge? Me” I said. My dad
laughed, ‘Well it’s a nice hobby’. So
when I got home, I was so excited
I couldn’t wait for the children
to go to bed, but to my horror I
had forgot to buy brushes. I didn’t
drive in those days and I had to
wait a whole week to go to the
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market again. I wasn’t going to wait, so I found a picture of mother tiger and two cubs and I painted that with
my fingers and match sticks. When my father came back to see me he was shocked at the painting which I
still have over thirty years later, because it reminds me “Where there is a will there is a way.”
“After that I started painting local scenes, like buzzards, red kites, foxes, Dinas dam and many more and
selling them in souvenir shops. Then one day I was asked to exhibit in my home town of Leeds and my
exhibiting days began.”
How did you come to live in South Wales?
“When my marriage broke down, I moved to the Swansea valley. I introduced myself to the local thespian
group and volunteered my time and started painting their background scenes. For a while I painted murals
for people and tried to keep up my painting although I was very down and depressed at the time.”
How did things change for you?
“Things changed when I met my now husband, Mark, in the year 2000. He was a big fan of my work and
was constantly pushing me and spreading the word about my art. I started exhibiting more and more, and
after 3 times of exhibiting in the Little Bar in the Grand Theatre, Swansea, I was asked by the Grand theatre
if I wanted to have a one woman show in their arts wing over two floors. It was scary, but exciting, and it
gave me enough space to showcase my varied pieces of work and so proud that the Mayor of Swansea at the
time opened my show, which gave me lots of press coverage. After that I started doing art on the railings and
taking my art around. I did that for about eight years.”
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Where do you gather inspiration?
“My love of life is my inspiration.
I love people and animals and
nature and I live, breathe and
dream art. I watch people all the
time, seeing how light reacts to
the contours of their faces. I see
everything in lights and darks and
I approach all my subject matters
the same way. My husband Mark
inspires me; he works in the
opencast mine in Tairgwaith a
mile from where we live. I’ve
fallen in love with seascapes in
all, nature inspires me and I am
so lucky that that inspiration is all
around me.”
How did you get into teaching?
“I love the work I do but it is a
very lonely profession. I can spend
10 to 15 hours alone and I have
found that through the years, I
suffer from agoraphobia and tend
to make so many excuses why I
should not mix and stay in. Art
is very therapeutic and it has
helped me through many a crisis,
but it can cause its own phobias.
So I knew that the work I do is
very detailed and not something
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brings art into the lives of people
who thought they could never
paint, and I admired his gentle
way he showed it is possible. So I
took a Bob Ross teaching course
and it also helps me with having
to socialise and interact, and it
has given me another dimension
to my world of art. Seeing
the pleasure it gives others, is
rewarding in itself.”
What are you working on now?
This is a very busy time for me
just now, as I have, for the past two
years, been working on a mining
project, inspired by my husband
Mark. Two years ago they didn’t
know if they would still have their,
jobs and it went to a skeleton crew.
As it was, it was their sister mine
that closed, Our small village like
lots of small villages has a long
history of mining, and without
it, communities break down.
Watching this happen in front of
me inspired me to paint it - paint
the real faces of the miners not just
blacked out - by giving them faces
and names people could relate to
these people and their families in
the village. Then because I have a
publisher I also thought it would
be good to also document the
men’s stories in a book with their
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paintings for future generations. In June this
will be previewed at the Glynneath training
centre Glynneath, Port Talbot, which has a
long history with mining. This is part of the
arts in the Tawe event week which I am a
member of. This exhibition happen s on the
week commencing 11th-19th June and you
can find more on
www.glynneathtc.org.uk
www.artsinthetawevalley.com
www.tcpaintings.com
“I’m a member of Arts In The Tawe Valley.
This year will also see the miners paintings
exhibited along with a joint exhibition in
the mining Museum in South Wales with
Elwyn Thomas - he paints the deep mines
and I paint mining as it is now. You can also
find me in the “Sachet Mixte” themes books
“Seascapes” and”Wildlife” books so in all
very busy year!”
CVH 1st Class wishes Tina Francis every continued
success, she is a very talented artist, and she brings
joy to all who see her work and we thank her for
taking the time to speak with us.
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DR AMIR HANNAN
I am a diabetic and liked found Dr
Amir Hannans’ column I found
it very informative, well written
and not in your face medical
jargon sort of article, that one
would expect from a doctor, well
done and I look forward to more
practical guidance.
Amelia
Harrogate
North Yorkshire
STEVEN BRUCE ART
Fabulous beyond words is
Steven Bruce’s paintings brought
back many happy memories of
growing up in Droylsden, and
Mam and Dad used to take us
kids to Blackpool seaside. Our
holiday was the highlight of the
year. Sheer joyful bliss making
sandcastles and jumping in
out of the waves, donkey rides,
ice-creams on the promenade.
Steven’s paintings brought happy
childhood memories flooding
back. Blackpool Tower, the winter
gardens. The Ballroom watching
my parents dance to Reginald
Dickson ‘ I do like to be beside the
seaside ‘ I love Steven’s nostalgic
art. Thank him for making an old
women happy. I’m 76 years old
and miss Britain so much.
Elsie
Marbella
Spain
SVETLA SIMEONOVA
VASILEVA
I was amazed to see HRH Princess
Putrie Maamor Sveta Simeonova
Vasileva a public figure her great
feature in your magazine. It
was beautifully and respectfully
written for she is more than a
great star and blue blood , she
is a multi talented lady and my
endless blessing and deepest
congratulations on such a good
interview with her Highness.
Gary
Hounslow
London
MARIA MAGDALENA
How beautiful and sophisticated
was Maria Magdalena Actress,
in that red dress she looked so
stunning, very sophisticated and
classy lady. She is my favourite
Star. I am her biggest fan and
have seen her briefly at award
ceremonies.My highest respects
Charles
Manhattan Beach
California
CONGRATULATIONS CVH
1ST CLASS
My family just adore your
magazine simply because you are
family focussed and we enjoy it
,from our 7 year old daughter to
our teenage son of 16 years old to
my husband 53 years old and my
mother 82 years old, we all enjoy
sharing it as it clean wholesome
and has a wide variety of topics
and features from so many
interesting people from different
backgrounds and cultures. That
we normally wouldn’t see or know
about. Well done
Samantha
Douglas
Isle of Man
TALKING TRANSPORT WITH
MIKE
Thank you once again Mike
Radcliffe you certainly have
excelled yourself as that was a
fine article on The Manchester
to Blackpool Car Run as I often
thought of doing it but never got
around to actually participating
in it. Well looks like now I will
be joining in with my 1933 Rolls
Royce Phantom II Continental
Michael
Mickle Trafford
Chester
BIG SKY
Congratulations CVH 1st Class on
your feature of Big Sky I was held
excited from beginning to end.
Now that is what the majority of
viewers want is family TV series
of Westerns with all the thriller,
romance and drama that entails
in Classic Western movies telling
stories set primarily in the later
half of the 19th century in the
american old west.
Sarah
Indiana
Pennsylvania
UNIQUE VARIETY
Congratulations & Happy
Anniversary CVH 1st Class and
best wishes for your magazine.
Top quality articles and the best
magazine I have ever come across.
Especially love its graphic layout
and its vast variety of positive
interesting stories and has no
negativity.
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NICOLE & KASIA
Dear Nicole Sitzler and Kasia
Gorecka I love your beauty
columns are very enjoyable and
easy reading and I have tried to eat
healthy, mind I still eat junk food
now and than, but I’m trying to
regain a discpline to eat healthy to
look like these Supermodels their
skin is so flawless and I’m a model
myself but not in their league.
Lucy
Bangor
Wales
CHASING FEELINGS LOSING
LOVE
Special thanks to Ana Nina her
article is a life saver I was feeling
very depressed just split up from
a cheating partner and lost my job
and my best friend died and fed
up I had enough and by chance I
happened to be waiting too long at
the train station and remembered
my sister recommending your
magazine. There it was everything
I was feeling was described by
Ana, please thank her.
Simon
Vancouver
Canada
ORLA VLADY
Hello CVH 1st Class , myself and
my husband are in the process
of moving to Majorca ( from
Birmingham ) Now that we are
comfortably retired and spotted
Travel with me by Olga Vlady . As
we looking for a nice Village, with
a pub, restaurant and good walks
for dogs. We plan on renting a
Villa first. Well you can tell Orla
she certainly captivated us and
helped influence our decision.
Edward
Altrincham
Cheshire
OSAMA EL LAITHY
Thank you Tammie Starr I loved
that Egyptian Artist Osama
El Laithy his art work was
magnificent and especially his
surprise portraits of Tammie and
your editor Christina Howard
were stunning and I particularly
liked the painting of the village
children playing by the riverside
and the old man with the cart.
His story of struggling despite all
obstacles to maintain being true to
himself as an artist. Wishing him
every success.
Dr Saleel Uddin
Midtown Manhattan
New York
PC KEVIN MCEVOY
Haikai ,Greetings I enjoy your
handsome Police Officer PC Kevin
McEvoy he is very nice and he give
good answers.It is so interesting
to read about your British Greater
Manchester Police and crime
questions and answers, we have
some of those same problems
here and I wish we had him in our
town. Sonkei Respect.
Sakura
Azabu
Tokyo
COLD FLAME
Thank you for featuring my
favourite band Cold Flame they
are superb and myself and my
sister Sheila go to all their gigs
, but have been to shy to speak
to them, their interview was a
good insight into each character
member and makes us love them
even more, we especially like the
blues and folk rock . Keep it up
Guys your Ace.
Karen
High Peak
Derbyshire
UNIQUE VARIETY
Congratulations & Happy
Anniversary CVH 1st Class and
best wishes for your magazine.
Top quality articles and the best
magazine I have ever come across.
Especially love its graphic layout
and its vast variety of positive
interesting stories and has no
negativity.
Shipla
Harrow
London
PC KEVIN MCEVOY
Thank you PC McEvoy for
your very interesting column,
it is always a pleasure to look
forward every month to the
latest questions you receive and
calmly answer and I have never
particularly liked the police nor
disliked them. But you have
instilled my faith and support in
GMP.
Colin
Hyde
Cheshire
WELSH CAKES
Hello Editor just a few lines to
say I have tremendously enjoyed
Straight from the Oven with
Angela Brown. I must admit I
have nor has any Welsh Cakes
before, but they certainly were
well worth baking and very
delicious, if an over burnt at my
first attempt but second attempt
the following week they turned
out good in looks and taste.Thank
you Angela as each issue now I’m
hooked on your different style of
baking is fun.
Elena
Valdez
Alaska
J.O.A
Wow what an extraordinary
beautiful artist is J.O.A She is
so talented and when I grow up
I want to be just like her from
her voice and fashion style she is
awesome. Everything about her
down to earth interview convinces
me she is one of the greatest Pop
Stars. Please feature her again as
she is my idol. Thanks
Jenny
Edgewater
Chicago
ASK FRANÇOISE
Thank you for the best agony
columnist I have ever seen,
Françoise Pascal is brilliant
this great big legendary Star is
amazing, and I love her answers
are so sensible, yet funny, her
zest for life and warm positive
guidance is both inspiring and
empowering. Keep it coming
Francoise I love you are
wonderful.
June
Dukinfield
Cheshire
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A GIFT OF THE HEART
Congratulations to Andrew Heller
writer/ Executive Producer of
A GIFT OF THE HEART Film
featured it is magnificent and
powerful heart moving. I cant
wait to see it as it sounds really
good and strikes a special cord
of the heartache of parents with
terminally ill children, just reading
the story line sets.
John
Port Angeles
Washington
SABINE EMMERICH
Thank you for your lovely feature
interview of Sabine Emmerich as
we never saw German traditional
folklore costumes before, nor
ever seen Bavarian clothes. What
a lovely very pretty lady Sabine
is and myself and my ladies Golf
Club enjoyed her story, we learnt
about Dirndl and Lederhosen. So
much that we fancy buying those
costumes for ourselves and to top
it all. We are going next Summer
on Holidays to Munich next
year 23 ladies looking forward
to shopping there. All thanks to
Sabine’s story.
Elizabeth
Bayswater
London
PLACIDO PAPPALARDO
What a surprise to see my good
friend Placido Pappalardo from
Viagrande, Italy, feature his
story ‘Unbelievable Flight’ and
his astral travelling, or out of
body experience during surgery.
I wonder has any other readers
had similar experience, as I
am fascinated by this subject.
Twenty years ago I had the same
experience as Placido, except it
was here at Manchester Royal
Hospital. In those days few people
knew such a real phenomena.
John
Prestwich
Manchester.
CAROLE & CERDAN
Their International Arts Culture
sounds very interesting, I have
never heard of Dr Antonio Gellini
but he sounds a good man and I
like what he is doing. Since he is
travelling around a lot , hope he
does something here in Italy. We
have a lot of talented artists and
film makers. Please come to see
our beautiful talents.
Maria
Rapallo
Italy
RYAN MICHAEL GALLOWAY
Dear CVH 1st Class , I really
enjoyed Ryan Michael Galloway’s
feature as he is an outstanding
great musician and singer, myself
and my husband have all his
albums. One day we hope to meet
him for his autograph. Please tell
him he is special
Maura
Kilkenny
Ireland
VARIETY SPICE
Well what can I say I enjoy reading
Dr Kailash Chad OBE on Health
and Colin Boynton’s poetry makes
easy bedtime reading.with my
glass of Cabernet Sauvignon and I
am happy. Cheers.
Cassandra
New York
USA
SHEVYN ROBERTS
I loved reading Shevyn Robert
feature, interview. By Christina
Howard. Shevyn is a woman of
substance and in all one super
actress, singer, dancer. I am
so honoured and privileged
to meet her through CVH 1st
Class International Magazine
and a true inspiration to herself
and others. I am now a new fan
and adore her positive vibe and
beautiful soul. She has thousands
of fans following her , but I am
overwhelmed as she actually sent
me a voice message which made
my day. Shevyn always put a smile
on, put your shoulders back , hold
your head up high and walk with
confidence. Your a lady who is
multi-talented and go get your
dreams as it has your name on it.
Shilpa
Harrow
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Breastfeeding
by Dr. Kailash Chad OBE
Dr Kailash Chand
OBE was a GP
in for over 30
years, alongside
being chair of
a local NHS
trust. He actively
campaigned on
NHS and public
health issues.
Currently he is the
deputy chair of the
British Medical
Association
and chair of
Healthwatch
Tameside. He
was awarded an
OBE in 2010 for
services to the
NHS.
Despite all the evidence for the
benefits of breastfeeding, of the
135 million babies born each
year, 83 million are not breastfed
as much as the World Health
Organisation recommends. Global
rates of optimal infant and young
child feeding practices continue
to stagnate and have not shown
improvement over the past two
decades.
Breastfeeding is too important
as far as mother and child health
is concerned. A baby who is
breastfed within one hour has 2.6
times lesser chance of newborn
infection and deaths during this
period. Exclusive breastfeeding
during the first six months
reduces diarrhoea, respiratory
infections, and undernutrition
making it the number one
intervention for child health and
survival. Exclusive breastfeeding
also reduces risk of hospitalisation
in diarrhea and pneumonia
cases. There is concrete evidence
that breastfeeding also provides
protection against obesity, and
adult diseases such as diabetes,
hypertension, and malignancies.
For mothers, breastfeeding
provides protection against
ovarian and breast cancer.
Exclusive breastfeeding is
important for birth spacing too.
Further breastfeeding exclusively
reduces diarrhea mortality by 10
times and pneumonia mortality by
15 times in children 6-23 months
of age. More recent evidence
points on that breastfeeding also
leads to higher earning capacity
later in life through increasing
IQ, educational attainment with
increasing breastfeeding duration.
So why do we have to be silent
about it?
Several resolutions on infant and
young child nutrition adopted by
the World Health Organization
- such as the International Code
of Marketing for Breastmilk
Substitutes in 1981 and the Global
Strategy for Infant and Young
Child Feeding in 2002 — have
committed governments, global
communities and the United
Nations to a plethora of actions;
yet the rates of optimal infant
and young child feeding practices
continue to stagnate.
Why? The reasons are obvious. We
do not invest enough in breast-
feeding. We just take it for granted
that women do it anyway, that it is
a matter between a mother and a
child.
How long shall we continue to
ignore the risk of not optimally
breast-feeding babies, which can
lead to disease, death, and for
scores of newborns, impaired
development. Further and higher
prevalence of obesity, diabetes,
high blood pressure, heart attacks
and cancer as adults?
A recent series on breast-feeding
in The Lancet, for example,
demonstrated that more than
820,000 lives would be saved
annually in 75 lower- and middle-
income countries by increasing
breast-feeding, and the global
economy would expand by billions
of dollars.Raising breast-feeding
rates can propel developing
nations to improving child health,
reducing child morbidity and
mortality, increasing the overall
intellectual capacity of society
and reducing non-communicable
disease.
Promoting breastfeeding is
investing in health.
Dr Kailash Chand OBE
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Nicole Sitzler is
a CVH 1st Class
supermodel
and a talented
actress, renowned
respected film
director and
songwriter
with a beautiful
voice. She enjoys
theatre, live
concerts, cookery,
swimming and a
healthy lifestyle.
Positive Thinking
Are you aware that beauty comes from within, it is our heart, soul and mind and
a healthy lifestyle and eating healthy food plays a large factor in our outward
appearance.When we think positive thoughts we have that inner glow, added
sparkle in the eyes and warm smile on the lips becomes attractive.
Control Your Emotions is the Best Anti-Ageing Secret
Did you know that stress can add years on to you, every time a person gets stressed
it shows on ones face, be it tired eyes, sudden fine lines under the eyes. When ever
your feeling worked up stresses and nine times out of ten, it is always caused by
someone else. Refuse to destroy your looks by giving into the fear and tension that
another mentally or verbally inflicts, because it isn’t worth it.
A Warm Personality Regardless of Age is Attractive
Who has not warmed to that jolly and nice person who radiates a good positive
‘vibe’. When you start to switch your reign of thoughts from negative to positive
you not only attract people to you, but you radiate an outer glow.Like a light bulb
switched on.
Be Your Own Best Friend
Become patient and more compassionate about yourself, nowadays it is the
common trend to put ourselves down or we may often feel self critical in our own
appearance, Accept ourselves for what we are. Be kind and caring to our own body ,
be respectful and by being loving to ourselves and not to the point of ego or vanity.
But if we become more fun in thoughts we become more radiant in appearance.
Smiles and Laughter
Simple smiles are contagious, Start laughing as much as you can, even if it is
watching your favourite comedy or just remenicing on a funny incident. True
smiles can light up a whole face and adds that certain magic called charisma.
Make Time For Me Time
Quality time is important, few have and many of us strive for, yet the ability and
discipline to achieve it has many rewards in our wellbeing’ Rushing around here
and there is all well and good, because we like it. Learn to be gentle by allowing rest
periods and cherish our relaxation time, in our busy lives make time to put your
feet up.
Beauty Secrets
with Christina V Howard
Ever wondered why those former Hollywood Movie Stars have natural
complexions. Daily, people stop and ask me how do I have flawless skin. As a
former model I know the secrets and here are photos of my two CVH 1st Class
models. Nicole from Germany and Kasia from London. Observe their flawless
skin.
Here I will tell you how you too can have a natural looking flawless
complexion. This may look so easy, but it requires a lot of self-discipline.

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Skin Deep
If we realise the best make up in the world, cannot improve bad skin, one needs an
expert beautician to hide (camouflage) it. But than it is only a temporary fix, and
the whole point of having and maintaining good skin is to proudly show it off and
not hide it. For instance a decorator who is painting a wall will use a clean surface
and treat it. The same is said with good skin.
Daily Morning Skincare Routine
(1) Clean your face with a good cleanser and massage it into your skin in upwards
circular motions. Remove with a soft tissue or cotton wool.
(2) Wash your face with plenty of cold water, splashing your eyes and whole face.
(3) After you shower or have your morning bath
(4) Apply light moisturiser which suits your skin, it should be applied a few
minutes prior to applying make up.
Nightly Skincare Routine
(1) Clean your face of all make up, before retiring.
(2) Nice relaxing bath can help relax you.
(3) Tone and moisturise gently as you don’t want a greasy pillow
Beauty Sleep
Sleeping seven to nine hours helps you to maintain a healthy body and to wake up
rejuvenated and it gives you that added glow and extra bouts of energy. Whereas
lack of sleep , staying up all hours can effect the mood swings and adds to tired eye
circles and causes under eye bags to appear. That is why getting enough beauty sleep
is beneficial.
Kaisa Gorecka
is a CVH 1st
Class supermodel
based in London,
originally from
Poland. A gifted
artist, she is very
health conscious.
She eats very
healthy food and
her hobbies are
cooking, and she is
a renowned baker
for her delicious
creative cakes.
She loves music
and is a caring
humanitarian.
Nicole Sitzler
Kaisa Gorecka
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