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Edvin Loach • Tedstone Delamere • Tedstone Wafre • Upper Sapey • Whitbourne • WolferlowThe Parish Magazineof Greater WhitbourneOctober 2013 60p

ClergyThe Rector: Revd. David Howell The Rectory,Whitbourne WR6 5RP 821285Assistant Priest: Revd. Doiran WilliamsHowberry, Whitbourne WR6 5RZ 821189ChurchwardensEdvin Loach: Mr Richard and Mrs JackieEvans 01885 482183Tedstone Delamere: Mrs Kathleen Harris01885 483681; Mr W North 853321Upper Sapey: Mr I Evans-Fisher and Mrs CEvans-Fisher 853441Whitbourne: Mrs Myrtle Kneen 821707;Mrs Sylvia Bland 853661Organist: Mrs Sheila Jones 01885 488625Parochial Church Council (PCC)Secretary: Mrs Brenda AllanTreasurer: Mr Philip Knowles 822204Electoral Roll Officer: Mr John Bland853661Councillors: Sir Nicholas Harington821819; Mr Jerry Cummins 821485Deanery Synod Representatives: Mrs SylviaBland; Mrs Brenda Allan; Mr StuartBeare; Mr A Stormonth Darling 821918Editorial and advertisingParish and Magazine ContactsEditor: Mark Powell 821121; email: parish.magazine@yahoo.co.ukDistribution: Mr Andrew Kneen821707; email: akneen@btinternet.comFront Cover : ‘October Morn, BromyardDowns’ by Dai Jones.Contributions for the magazine are verywelcome and may be left at WhitbourneVillage Shop or e-mailed to parish.magazine@yahoo.co.uk.Contributionsshould be accompanied by a nameand full address. Anonymity will be consideredon request, but not providedautomatically. Please note that the viewsexpressed by contributors to the ParishMagazine are their own and do not representthe position of the PCC or any otherbody. The last day for submissions is the10th of the month.AdvertisingAdvertisements are intended for localservice providers, retailers and clubs andshould comply with the ethos of the ParishMagazine. Advertising rates are £5and £2.50 for quarter and eighth pageadverts respectively. Quarter pages areportrait format and eighth pages are landscape.Further details at http://www.whitbourne.org.uk/files/MagazineTemplates/AdvertisingGuide.pdfPlease note our advertising space is limitedand you may be placed on a shortwaiting list.SubscriptionsThe Parish Magazine is available in theChurches at Edvin Loach, Tedstone Delamere,Upper Sapey and Whitbourne, andalso at Whitbourne Village Shop. Theprice is 60p or £7.00 for an annual subscription,collected at the beginning ofthe year. To subscribe, please call Mr AndrewKneen.Note: All numbers are 01886 unless otherwisestated.2 October 2013

From the Rector“He came to Nazareth, where he hadbeen brought up.” (Luke 4:16)Imagine that you are a stand-upcomedian about to entertain anexpectant crowd. You have beenhoning your craft for years. Every setyou performed was subject to closeself-scrutiny, as you examined whatworked, what did not, and why. Nevermind the difficulty of coming up withhumorous observations in the firstplace – your task now is to make thesejokes that you have said hundreds oftimes seem fresh and new for thepeople in front of you. Now imaginecoming to the end of your set.Silence.As an experienced comedian, youknow that it is not the material that isto blame. The jokes work. You work.Fortunately you have an explanationfor your failure to connect with theaudience. When your fellow stand-upsask you how it went, you will have aready answer. “Tough crowd,” you willsay, shaking your head, “toughcrowd.”When Jesus went to teach in thesynagogue of his home town he got tospeak to the best audience imaginable.These were not surly strangers withtheir arms crossed. They were familyand friends, eager to hear what he hadto say.There is no escaping the fact thatbooks, scrolls and carefulinterpretation of the texts have alwaysbeen at the heart of the way of thepeople of God. Ours is a wordyreligion! The event preserved in Luke4 is a seminal moment for Christianhistory, not because Jesus signalled abreak from the old Hebrew scripturesbut because he did the opposite. Fromthis point onwards, the ability todemonstrate a responsible and sinceredevotion to the holy scriptures was amark, perhaps the mark, of thelegitimacy of the movement of Christfollowers.“Today this scripture has beenfulfilled in your hearing.”Jesus proclaimed he was the one tofree the oppressed and the crowdloved it. Luke says, “All spoke well ofhim and were amazed at the graciouswords that came from his mouth.”Jesus was the home-town boy madegood, putting his stamp on a passagepopular with a crowd who, living inRoman-occupied Palestine, identifiedwith the poor, the incapacitated, theoppressed. Isaiah was talking aboutthem. They were the opposite of atough crowd.Which is why Jesus knew they had notgot it.Contrary to the instinct common topublic speakers everywhere, Jesusthen set about turning the roomagainst him. Drawing from thescriptures, Jesus points out that, forGod, the “oppressed poor” are not3 October 2013

necessarily those on the inside of thewordy-religious group. Instead, theyare idol-worshipping outcasts like thewidow of Zarephath (4:26). They arenot even always physically poor orpolitically weak – Naaman the Syrian(4:27) was a ruling member of aforeign power. For Jesus, what makesthese people “poor” and “oppressed”is not only their social status, it is thereality and their awareness of theirabsolute dependence on God.Ultimately it was Jesus' adherence toscripture and his insistence that thesepromises were made to more thanjust the people in the room thatoffended the crowd. Jesus' sermonkeeps the poor in view – God isdefinitely and absolutely for them.But he expands the circle of who“they” are.Let us continue to proclaim the Lord'sfavour to all crowds, even, perhapsespecially, the tough ones.Harvest Festival AppealWe are supporting our local FoodBanks and we need your help! Youcan donate food by bringing it to theharvest service in church. A list ofthings to bring can be found inchurch. You can also donate moneyby making a cheque out to HerefordDiocesan Social Aid Charity andsending it to the Diocesan OfficeHereford HR4 9BL Thank You.Pets service 27th OctoberWhitbourne.Do you have a pet you are crazyabout? Then why not bring them tochurch for blessing; all pets arewelcome whatever size! For moreinformation Contact the Rector on01886 821285.Friendship ClubParish NewsWe met on the first Wednesday ofSeptember after our summerbreak. It seemed a long time since wehad our last coffee & chat inJuly. Robin Evans joined us and ishoping that he will be able to join uson a regular basis which will bewonderful. It was also good to seeour local CSO Steph Annette, whohasn't been able to get to ourmeetings for a long time. She brieflyoutlined some forthcoming changesin the local Policing organisation, butreassured us that it should not affectthe public or the support we get fromthe Police. She also warned us aboutthe "Nottingham Knockers" - a groupof people knocking on doors andselling items from a holdall - if thesepeople visit you the Police would liketo know, so please ring them on thenon-emergency number 101.John Taylor then gave a short talk onthe next chapter of his Naval career,much of which was spent with theAustralian Naval MeteorologicalService. Many thanks again to Johnfor an entertaining and informativetalk. We look forward to the nextinstalment in a couple of monthstime.Our next meeting is on 2nd Octoberat 11.00 in the Village Hall for Coffee(Refreshments) and Chat. Everyone iswelcome. If you would like anyinformation about the Friendship4 October 2013

Club, please contact Ann Roberts(01886-821063) or Eileen Badger(01886 821501).Saltmarshe & District W.I.Our September meeting took on awatery theme, as our Speaker for theevening was Mr. Paul Betterton, whocame to enlighten us on the Mysteriesof the Titanic. In the 1950s, as ayoung lad, he'd been to see the film"A Night to Remember" which starredKenneth More. Only as he grewolder did he come to realise that thiswas a true story. When he became anengineer this gave him a further levelof understanding and finding outmore became his full time passion. Heled us through the rivalry that existedbetween the Cunard and White StarShipping Lines to win the Blue Ribbonaward for the fastest Transatlanticpassenger ship crossing. In the early1900s those passengers not in FirstClass had to make do with sleepingby holding onto ropes slung acrossthe width of the ship; there being noproper beds, and this on voyageswhich took six weeks. The aim ofTitanic and her sister ships, Olympicand Britannic, was to provide equalfacilities for all three classes, but notof course equal levels of luxury!Despite signals from other shipsabout the presence of icebergs, theTitanic hit one at 11.40pm just fourdays into her maiden voyage. Theship sank at 2.20am on the 15th April1912 with the loss of approximately1500 persons, the majority beingcrew and Third Class passengers.Subsequent inquiries in America andBritain led to specific safetyprocedures still in use today.After our tea interval we got down tothe Business part of the eveningduring which we continued the themeof water with a report of our July tripto Shrewsbury. In contrast to theiceberg and Titanic, we were quitesafe on the River Severn atShrewsbury, in glorious sunshine, ona forty-minute boat ride on the goodship Sabrina. We made a specialmention of Linda, who'd organisedthat whole day so well, then we wenton to congratulate our Treasurer formaking page three of the Septembernewsletter, sent to all HerefordshireW.I.sWe'd arrived in rain and left for homestill in rain; which in view of ourevening's topics seemed mostappropriate. Jean SpelmanVillage Hall 200 Club Draw (July)The quarterly ‘200 Club’ July drawresults are: 44 (T Mills : £50); 84 (P.Page : £30); 93 (R Clarke : £20); 164(S. Ashfield : £15); 32 (T. Wright :£10). Phil LewisSaltmarshe and District HarvestSupper postponedDue to unforeseen circumstances wehave had to postpone the Saltmarsheand District Harvest Supper. We arenow having a Pre Christmas Bash onthe 23rd November, more details tofollow. Di Yarnold.Victorian tea partySylvia and team made over £760during a fantastic afternoon. SylviaGarness would like to thank everyonefor attending. All monies raised arefor Whitbourne Church. TrishGarness5 October 2013

Whitbourne W.I.Well, it seems a long time since wemet in the small hall in June as ourJuly meeting was in a beautifulgarden and there was no Augustmeeting. Fifteen of us met at the Liveand Let Live and had a very goodmeal.The weather is changing and it’sfeeling a bit colder in the evening, buttonight is fine, but cold, so we arehoping for a quick business meetingas usual. Many welcomed us after theholidays and began with birthdayposies. Next year’s programmefeaturing plenty of outings,demonstrations and council meetingswas read out. Secret Santa alsoreared his head ready for theChristmas Party where there will alsobe entertainment.Rachel, our speaker for the evening,was from the College for the Blind.The RNCB was founded in 1892 andprogressed from match selling toShrewsbury and Hereford in the1970s. When their Victorian buildingwas bought by Hereford College, theymoved over the road to a purposebuilt building. The College caters forall age groups and teaches a widerange of subjects. All students areencouraged to be as independent aspossible. Rachel showed us a gadgetto put on the side of a cup to assessthe level of liquid in a cup whichbuzzes when a safe level is reached.Braille is still taught as it is stillnecessary for them to learn it if theirfinger tips are sensitive enough. Lotsof fundraising takes place to fund thestudents who come from all over theUK as well as overseas. Studentsfrom abroad are self-funded. Eachstudent has an timetable designed fortheir individual needs as they oftenhave other disabilities as well asimpaired sight. Guide dogs are withthe students at all times so thebedrooms are big enough toaccommodate a dog. Two thirds ofthe students succeed in getting jobs.Heather gave the vote of thanks forsuch an interesting talk. We then hadrefreshments and a sociable chat.Next meeting is on October 8th —’Owls’. Linda GreyClifton upon Teme W.I.The summer has been very busy forthe WI; we attended the Clifton Horseand Dog Show in August where Bethand her wonderful team of ladiesprovided the refreshments for theoccasion.Our meeting this month was wellattendedand our speaker was DavidBarry, a professional wine taster,whose subject was ‘Confessions of awine taster’. David took us throughhis life’s work, reminding us of pastdrinks and prices – who remembersdrinking a Babycham? David alsotasted spirits such as gin andexplained the herbs that go intomaking it; he explained that it wasn’tonly tasting but rubbing the drinksinto your hand and smelling it.The talk was rounded off with a winetasting of both red and white wines,the part we had been waiting for. Weused our new-found knowledge to trythe wines and also to enjoy them.If you would like to come along to theWI, new members and visitors aremost welcome. Our next meeting in6 October 2013

the Village Hall will be on October 8thand our speaker is Garth Lowe whowill be talking to us all about Bulgaria– the country and its wildlife. We lookforward to welcoming anyone whowould like to join us. For furtherinformation contact our President,Heather Hurley. Tel: 01886 812809.Diary dates: 8 th Oct – Bulgaria, thecountry and its wildlife; 12 th Nov –Annual meeting; 10 th Dec – Winetasting. Sheila HarrisLetter from the Dean ofHerefordChoosing a new BishopBishops are in the news at themoment! Last month, we saidgoodbye to Bishop Anthony and heand Kathy very much continue in ourthoughts and prayers. Now theprocess really begins to find asuccessor to Bishop Anthony. Thismonth, we welcome to the diocese thetwo secretaries – Archbishops’ andPrime Minister’s – from London andthey will be conducting a whole seriesof interviews based in Hereford andLudlow – clergy, supportministers, churchwardens, clergyspouses, leaders of the civic andcommercial communities and manymore. In this way, we hope that asmany people as possible will feelconsulted and be enabled to expresstheir own views. Everybody can havetheir say – there is a public meetingon Tuesday 8 October at 7.00pm atthe Ludlow Mascall Centre – and atthis, all will be able to meet thesecretaries, put their views and meetthe six members of the diocesanvacancy-in-see committee who willhave been elected the day before tothe Crown Nominations Commission– the group which eventuallyinterviews candidates for thepost. So please, do put this date andtime in your diary if you’d like to bepart of this consultation. Rememberthat our bishop is bishop of thewhole diocese, and has a care for all –so we want to hear from as manydifferent constituencies as possible.The process to find a new bishop isessentially placed in a context ofprayer – prayer that God will helpthose who will choose – prayer thatGod will inspire the right person torespond – prayer that we will all begiven grace to work together with thenew bishop to promote God’skingdom in homes, churches andwhere we work.One thing is certain – judging fromthe long list of ‘qualities needed in anew bishop’ the new man is going toneed our support and understandingand reserves of God’s grace. Howgood it is that this process ishappening in October – the month ofHereford’s own saint, Thomas ofHereford. He was bishop 1275-82and while we remember him for hislearning and pastoral zeal, we alsoremember him as one who sufferedfor what he believed to be right.May that spirit of self-giving be at theheart of all our leaders – and may itbe at the heart of our own Christianwitness and ministry as each of usstrives to follow these qualities whichwe see supremely in our Master andSaviour, Jesus Christ. Michael TavinorDean of Hereford and Chair of theVacancy-in-See Committee.7 October 2013

Candlelit CarolConcert…At Whitbourne Church…on Thursday 5 th December at 7pm .Featuring …The choir of St. Richards School…Tickets £6 including refreshments.Proceeds to be split between WhitbourneChurch and St. Richards School MusicDepartment.Tickets Available from … Kim Cunningham(821 966), Jerry Cummins (821 485), MyrtleKneen (821 707) or the Village Shop10 October 2013

Worcester Gilbert andSullivan SocietyDid you know that every Thursdaynight throughout the year, a livelygroup of people meet at PerdiswellYoung People’s Leisure Club inWorcester? We are the members ofThe Worcester Gilbert and SullivanSociety – a fantastic Society whichhas been active for nearly 40 years,specialising in the works of greatBritish comedy opera duo, WS Gilbertand Sir Arthur Sullivan.The Society began in 1972 after anannouncement in the local paper foranybody interested. An inauguralconcert was given at The Swan Theatre,Worcester, which was very wellreceived, then followed a fully costumed'Mikado' in the Technical College,in January 1974. We still havetwo founder members with us, BerylDavies and Mandy Lambert! Variousvenues have been used since, butnow we perform at The Swan Theatre,Worcester for our main shows,and in Ledbury, Droitwich, Pershoreand Bromyard for our spring shows.With our next production,“Ruddigore” about to be staged inWorcester from October 15th – 19threhearsal nights are very lively andentertaining…. But I’m sure it will allbe alright on the night…!We have always been known as a'friendly' society and we all try to liveup to this. New members of all agesare always welcome. Come and joinus Thursdays, 7:30pm or contactBecky on 07865599391More details about us can be foundon www.gasworcs.com Berny MurrayWorcester Gilbert &Sullivan SocietyRUDDIGIORE15th-19th OctoberSWAN THEATREBox Office 01905 611427www.worcesterlive.co.ukFor details and offers visitwww.gasworcs.comA CONCERT OF CHRISTMASMUSICto be presented by theFERNDALE SINGERSConductor Jon WellerAccompanist Lucas BallSaturday 7 th December 2013at 7.30pm inMartley Village HallTickets £6 to include wine andlight refreshments (£4 for children)Obtainable by telephoning 01886821127 / 01905 333225 or07958559083New advert this weekPaul’s Plumbing and Heating Servicessee p. 2111 October 2013

The Parish Council would now takeresponsibility for the contract to cutthe grass and chose the contractorwho held the contract at the moment,as they were the most competitive.The Council considered their obligationto organise and budget for this,and it was approved by all.Members of the public are welcome toattend our meetingsDate for next meeting: Tuesday 5thNovember 2013, 7.30pm in WhitbourneVillage HallContact: Mary Seldon (Clerk), 01885482543 or email: whitbournepcclerk@gmail.com84 OldRoad, Bromyard, HR7 4BQwww.whitbourneparishcouncil.org.ukFerndale SingersA new conductor, Jon Weller, hastaken over as Musical Director of theFerndale Singers, a talented group ofamateur singers based in Broadwas.He succeeds Greg Swinford, who hasaccepted an exciting new post atRugby School.Jon is now a freelance musician, after11 years running music departmentsin prep schools, including HerefordCathedral Junior School. In additionto taking on the Ferndales, he nowworks at Hereford Sixth Form College,Bishop’s School, Hereford and QueenElizabeth Humanities College,Bromyard. He has also been appointedorganist and choirmaster atSt Paul’s Church, Tupsley. Jon hassung with several prestigious choirs,including Armonico Consort and theNational Youth Choir and has deputisedregularly in Hereford CathedralChoir.Looking ahead, the Ferndale Singerswould welcome new members in thealto, tenor and bass sections. In Junethey presented a summer concert,featuring a performance of Vivaldi’sGloria, which was considered a triumph.The programme also includeda medley from Les Miserables. A concertof Christmas music is plannedfor December, and the choir continuesto work towards expanding itsrepertoire.There is no audition to join thegroup; just come along and enjoy takingpart! Rehearsals take place onWednesday evenings from 7.30pmuntil 9pm in Broadwas Village Hall.Please telephone 01886 821127 or01905 333225 for more information.Chris BakerSmall AdsFOR SALE: Genuine pre-loved(!) Ercol1970s dining table 60"x30" with 6Ercol Quaker-Windsor chairs. £170the lot. Can deliver. John Bland01886 853 661.FOR SALE: Two matching doublebeds, simple flat-pack light woodframe, slatted base, one with basicmattress. £80 the pair. Can deliver.John Bland 01886 853 661.The Small Ads Small Print. A noncommercialservice for readers of themagazine. Cost - £1 per month. Advertslimited to 20 words plus a contact phonenumber/email address. Please emailyour advert to the Editor (Mark Powell) atparish.magazine@yahoo.co.uk13 October 2013

Celebrating Harvest-tide at theVillage ShopWhitbourne celebrates Harvest-tide the weekend 11-13 October.There’ll be wine, cider and beer – much of it locallyproduced - to taste with our range of Anstey’s cheeses onFriday evening. Rev. David Howell will bless the fruits of autumn and localproducers will be offering samples of their best food and wine. And there’llbe a tea and cakes tent on the Saturday. On Sunday morning, we offer freshbread and pastries and coffee toenjoy with your Sunday papers.Other dates for your diaryFish in a BoxSaturday 28 September from 10-2Christmas FairSaturday 30 November from 10-3Shop Opening TimesMon to Fri 8.45am- 5.30pmLate night opening Thursday till7pmSaturday 9am – 3pmSunday 10am – 1pmAllotmenteers prepare for autumnVisit our new website - http://www.whitbournevillageshop.co.uk/and follow us on Facebook‘Chewing the Cud’ – LivestockMarket Memories“You don’t want people asking formarket memories in 20 years’ time– it has to be done now!”Could you help deliver an excitingnew local heritage project? Thanks toa grant of £72,100 from the HeritageLottery Fund (HLF), Hereford-basedCatcher Media Social plans to capturethe memories and stories of the oldlivestock market on film, along with aspecial website devoted to the market.The search is now on for a teamof enthusiastic trainees to take anactive role and help make this happen.Whether your interests are in filmmaking, research, interviewing, recordingstories, oral history, managementof the website or social media,we want to hear from you. Maybe youhave a personal connection to the oldlivestock market, have a story to tell,14 October 2013

or photos to share, please do get intouch – NOW!‘Chewing the Cud’ will be run by thesame team that worked on the muchlauded2011 Hereford Cathedral‘Close in Living Memory’ project -Rick and Julia Goldsmith, Jo Henshaw,Marsha O’Mahony - and will besupported by Herefordshire Lore.Catcher Media Social’s Julia Goldsmithsaid: “Hereford's old livestockmarket was such a cherished culturalinstitution. We’re going to use it todraw people together from across thecounty to learn new skills, share storiesand to celebrate our shared agriculturalheritage."For over 150 years the old livestockmarket operated at the heart of Herefordcity, bringing with it an unmistakablenoisy hub of activity: buying,selling, trading, gossip, drama, intrigue,romance and heartache – allthe elements of a thriving culturalcommunity.The resulting film, based on people’sstories, will be screened across thecounty, while the website will be souser-friendly anyone can use it. “Wewant everyone to be able to uploadtheir own comments, memories, photosand videos,” said Rick Goldsmith.As one regular market man put it, "Ithas to be done now, not just for farmersbut for the wider communitytoo.”This heritage project marks thelaunch of local company Catcher Media’snew community interest company,Catcher Media Social, which hasbeen set up to provide opportunitiesto participate in hands-on and excitingface-to-face projects, which enablepeople to become active andwell-skilled in their use of digital andonline media.So, if you are interested in getting involvedand receiving some guided,hands-on training, or if you have astory to share, please get in touchwith Jo Henshaw on 07788 643184 or01432 266611, or by email: joannahenshaw@btinternet.com.‘Chewing the Cud’ is also kindly supportedby the Cargill CommunityPartnership and the NFUM CommunityGiving Fund. Jo HenshawWhitbourne BridgeThe Bridge into Whitbourne fromthe A44 is 100 years old this year!Whitbourne Parish Council would liketo commemorate this event and collecttogether any old photographs,archives etc., of its history. If you canhelp please contact the Clerk on01885 482543 or email: whitbournepcclerk@gmail.comAlternativelyplease send to 84 Old Road,Bromyard, HR7 4BQ and it will be returnedto you. Thank you! Mary Seldon15 October 2013

Saturday 12th OctoberJerry 821485, Kim 821966, Noel 82161916 October 2013

At a glanceThursday 3 rd October. Trip to London by Eggs (Eccentrics and Geeks Group).Includes free tour of the Bank of England. Coach departs from Bromyard, costapprox £25. For more details contact Lynne Samuels on 01886 853680.Sunday 6 th October Saturday Garden Outing to Peuycroft. Meet at WhitbourneVillage Hall at 11.45. Phone Sheila Dodd for information 821835.Wednesday 9 th October Idle Women by Vince Williams and Jon Goodson. Atalk about extraordinary women who volunteered to work the canal boats duringthe last war. 7.30pm at The Conquest Theatre Bromyard Non members £3Members free. All welcome.Friday 11 th October 2013. A Charity Concert with The Marches MilitaryWives Choir, The Choirs of Hereford Cathedral School and Tarrington Brassat Hereford Cathedral 7.30pm. Tickets £20/£15//£10/£5 available at HerefordCathedral Shop (01432 374210) and The Outback, 19a Church Street,Hereford (01432 275063).Saturday 12 th October 1950s & 60s Dance Night in aid Bromyard Flag(Bunting) Fund at the Ball Room Falcon Hotel, Bromyard, 8pm – 12 Midnight.Music by Steve Palmer plus free Jive Dancing lesson from a professionalteacher. Raffle £100 cash prize. Tickets (£5) from The Falcon Hotel or telephone07729 262333 or 01885 488510. Fancy dress optional. Bottle of Champagnefor best fancy dress.Saturday 12 th October Whitbourne Harvest Supper.Saturday 19 th October Upper Sapey Village Hall Harvest Supper.Monday 21 st October Bromyard Tractor Events trip to the Houses of Parliament.Cost approx £25. Contact Lynne on 01886 853680.Thursday 31 st October Bromyard Tractor Events trip to new Holland tractorfactory at Basildon Essex. Contact Lynne on 01886 853680.Saturday 2 nd November Film Night at the Conquest Theatre in aid of StMary’s Church, Edvin Loach. 7pm. Phone 01885 488226 for more information.Thursday 5th December Candlelit Carol Concert at Whitbourne Church Featuringthe choir of St. Richards School. Tickets £6 including refreshments.Proceeds to be split between Whitbourne Church and St. Richards School MusicDepartment. Tickets available from Kim Cunningham (821966), Jerry Cummins(821485), Myrtle Kneen (821707) or the Village Shop.Saturday 7 th December A Concert of Christmas Music by the Ferndale singersat 7.30pm in Martley Village Hall. Tickets £6 to include wine and lightrefreshments (£4 for children). Obtainable from 01886 821127 / 01905333225 / 07958559083.17 October 2013

Crossword No. 17 (Compiled by Lord Threadneedle of Whitbourne)1 2 3 4 5 67 89 1011 1213 1415 1617 1819 202122 23 2425Across1. Farewell to Austrian love, perhaps?(9,6)7. One worth more than millions?(11)9. Making catcalls (7)11. Bracelet site (5)12. With a lot to lose? (5)13. Middle deflection (3)15. The old you (4)16. A worshipped American (4)17. A compact horse (3)19. “The end of _____” (2,3)20. Rice roll-up? (5)21. Periods of slow traffic (4-3)22. Postman’s drop (7,4)25. That which has three unequalsides (7,8)Down1. Conclusions formed from insufficientevidence (15)2. Little Dafydd (3)3. Clerical farce; “All Gas And_______” (7)4. Hilary’s Sherpa (7)5. Human fault (3)18 October 2013

6. What one might find in Evita’shallway (7,8)7. Wicker-like construction style(6,5)8. I embed shell as decoration (11)9. Cwm Rhondda’s alternate redeemer(7)10. Female deity (7)14. Time past (3)17. Gigi’s author (7)18. Nightclub security (7)23. Triple-lettered expression ofmirth (3)24. Short nursemaid (3)BLESSING OF PETSSERVICEPLEASE COME TO THE CHURCH WITH YOUR SPECIALPET AND JOIN US…SUNDAY 27 TH OCTOBER9:30 AM WHITBOURNE CHURCHEVERYONE WELCOME, IT WILL BE FUN!19 October 2013

Conquest TheatreBromyardWed 16th Oct 7.15 pm. DonOuixote—Live ballet from the RoyalOpera HouseOct 17th 18th 19th 7.30pm. FalconPlayers—Flanders & Swann featuringKevin Illesly and Hugh FareyWed 23rd Oct 7.30pm. Andrew Dee -Spiritual awakenings - an evening ofclairvoyance.Fri Nov 8th 7.30pm. An Audiencewith Henry SandonFilms @ ConquestFri Oct 4 8pm. A Late Quartet (15)Fri Oct 25 8pm.. Behind the Candelabra(15)Book now: www.conquesttheatre.co.ukor 01885488575Useful numbers(all numbers 01886 except where stated)Knightwick Surgery 821279Whitbourne Primary School 821266Great Witley Surgery 01299 896788Clifton-Upon-Teme Primary School812258Nunwell Surgery, Bromyard 01885483412Brockhampton Primary School 01885483238Bromyard Town Council 01885 482825Saltmarshe & District Hall 853512Herefordshire Council 01432 260000Upper Sapey Village Hall 853512Worcestershire Council 01905 763763Whitbourne Village Hall bookings 821823(email book.wvhall@gmail.com)Police – West Mercia 0300 3333000Police - CSO Stephanie Annette 07970602354Clifton-upon-Teme Village Hall 812880Whitbourne Village Shop 821867The Wheatsheaf Inn 822282Clifton Upon Teme Village Stores 812303Tiblands Nursery School 821394Live and Let Live (Bringsty) 82146220 October 2013

Paul’s Plumbing & Heating Services24 Hour with no call out chargeGas Safe Registered18 Years ExperienceFully InsuredNo Job Too SmallTelephone: 01905 670031www.pauls-plumbing.co.ukPaul the PainterProfessional painter & decorator inClifton-upon-Teme.Interior & exterior, from a single room toa whole houseTel 01886 812168 / 07759 298754E-mail paulthepainter23@msn.comMike JonesProfessional Painter andDecoratorAlso available:gutters cleared,plastering andgeneral housemaintenancePhone: 07951839175 or01885483119DEREK WILLIAMSGarden Maintenance(grass cutting for 60 years)For :-MowingStrimmingHedge cuttingTree maintenanceFencingShed buildingGeneral maintenanceTel. 01886 821137Mob. 07714068815Email willdo@live.co.uk21 October 2013

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Ground Maintenance andLandscaping SpecialistsFoul Drainage SystemsInspection Covers,Chambers & FramesSeptic Tanks andSoakawaysSewage TreatmentPlantsWe install/repair:Sewage PumpingStationsGrease TrapsStorm WaterDrainage SystemsGulliesCall for a free quotation1 Old Orchard, Hereford Road,Leigh Sinton, Malvern,Worcestershire, WR13 5EUE-mail: dan@fixmydrains.co.ukTel: 01886 833074Mobile: 07875 394571Approved member of the RoyalCollege of Veterinary SurgeonsPractice Standards SchemePurpose built small animal facility24 hr emergency service with ourown vetsKings Arms Yard, BromyardHerefordshire HR7 4EETel. 01885 488822www.bromyardvets.co.ukbromyardvets@btinternet.comThe Vets: Martin Flamank (BVetMed MRCVS ) :Sandie Weeks-Gibbard (BVSc MRCVS) : Kelly-Bryant-Jefferies BVSc MRCVSChestnut Construction LtdCivil Engineering andBuilding WorkSite ClearanceEarth MovingDrainageGroundworks & Bio DiscsDrivewaysHouse BuildingIndustrial Building01886 821 45307817 198 303Clifton-upon-TemeEarly YearsCentreOffering quality childcareand pre-school educationsfor 0-5 year oldsOpen 7.30am - 6.00pmExperienced qualified staffFlexible hoursOfsted registeredNursery Education Grants availableAlso offering job opportunities forprofessional, committed stafflooking for support in theircareer developmentFor further details, please telephoneManager Amanda Thomas/Claire Vincent atthe Centre on 01886 812380The Village, Clifton-upon-Teme,Worcs WR6 6DH23 October 2013

BROCK FABRICSHamnish Nr LeominsterLarge selection ofDesigner Furnishing FabricsChintz and Linen UnionFrom £5.50-£15.00 per metreRing Val Hicks for further details& opening hours on 01568 760 223Or visit our websitewww.brockfabrics.co.ukWe also have a selection of beautifulcushions and stock coloured linings& curtain tapeResearching Bromyard Area, Local Family,House or Local History? We have ParishRegisters, Censuses, Maps, Newspapers,Photos and much more atTHE LOCALHISTORY CENTRE5 Sherford St, Bromyard(next to the Post Office)Opening HoursThurs & Fri. 10-1 & 2-4.30Sat 10-12.30Tel: 01885 488 755 (opening hours only)email: bromyard.history@virgin.netweb: www.bromyardhistorysociety.org.ukBromyard TravelServicesYour Professional, FriendlyLocal Independent Travel Agency DealingWith All Atol Bonded Travel CompaniesFrom Large to SpecialistBeach Holidays, Tropical Sun, UK Breaks, Luxury TravelLate Deals, Coach Holidays With Local Collection, Flights,City Breaks, Ski & Snowboard, Lakes & Mountains… PlusHolidays Direct From Your Doorstep!Let Us Tailor Make Your Holiday To Suit You. FreeOut Of Hours Appointment Service Available!Jason & Jackie Young51a High Street, Bromyard, HR7 4AETel: 01885 488 667jason@bromyardtravelservices.co.ukActive SecurityUK LtdAutomatic Roller Garage Doorsfor your homeSectional Doors and RollerShutters for farm and industryMetal Fabrication Gates andRailingsTel. 01885 488994www.activesecurityuk.com7 Little Hereford Street,Bromyard, HR7 4DEPlease call in or visit our websitefor more information24 October 2013

Bromyard Tyres &Service CentreTel 01885 489199www.bromyardtyres.comFull diagnostic serviceavailableSales Service & RepairsCARS & LIGHT COMMERCIALSCOLLECTION & DELIVERY SERVICECOURTESY CARS AVAILABLE Prompt, reliable & friendly service Cowls and chimney pots fitted Fully qualified and fully insured Guild certificates issued after everysweep HETAS Stove/Log burner Installer. Chimney liningCall EddieTel 01905 700701 / 07712 220671www.elitesweeps.co.ukKILN DRIEDFIREWOODFROM LOCAL, SUSTAINABLEHARDWOODSLESS MOISTURE = MORE HEATBULK DELIVERIES TO YOURDOORTEL: 01981 251 796www.certainlywood.co.ukKEEP YOURLOGS DRYWITH OURLOGSTORES25 October 2013

O P W PlumbingREPAIRS, HEATING & BATHROOMOliver Williams16 Hardwick CloseBromyardHerefordHR7 4QRBromyard Garden MachineryTel 01885 489199www.bromyardgardenmachinery.comSales Service & Repairson all makes of machineryCOLLECTION & DELIVERY SERVICEHome:01885 489110Mobile:07530 063 113PUSSY CATCATTERYwww.pussycatpussycat.netIdyllic peaceful locationBuilt and run to FAB specificationsIndividually heated, safe and secureUnits with covered outside runViewings welcomeCCTV – Satellite – Aerials - MultimediaStarting from a standard service call, rightthough to full bespoke custom designed systemCCTV installations, Satellite, Aerials, LCD–PlasmaInstallations, Multimedia, Networking, wirelesscommunications, and much more:Entechwww.entechonline.co.uk – entechwr15@yahoo.co.uk01584 781501 – 07903385707Domestic – Commercial - ResidentialAmanda and Neil WillsSeville CottageSuckleyWorcesterWR6 5EQ01886 88486726 October 2013

Geomex LtdArchitectural Designersand Structural EngineersArchitectural PlansListed Building Consent andHistoric BuildingsBuilding Regulation SubmissionsStructural DesignFull InsuranceEur.Ing Paul Smith.DipHI, BEng, MSc,C.Eng, MICE, MCMI, MCIHT, MCIOBTel: 01886 832810Email: geomex@fsmail.netWeb: www.geomex.co.ukRed KitePest Control&Wildlife ManagementCombining Tradition and InnovationFor all your local Pest Control requirementsHumane, environmentally responsible methodsFlexible Contracts ~ Individual TreatmentsBPCA and NPTA QualifiedNPTA and UKPCO memberAll INSECT PestsAll RODENT PestsAll WILDLIFE PestsSpecialized Trapping servicePest PreventionFree Advice ~ Free initial surveyFree no obligation QuotationsTelephone Andy Staples on:07977 044987 / 01886 832730FASSTEFFIICIIENTEFFECTIIVEWe treat: Sports Injuries • Back Pain ••Muscular Pains & Strains • PosturalProblems • Pregnancy Related Problems• Babies, Children, Teens & AdultsWe offer a complete service: Osteopathy,Soft Tissue Massage, AcupunctureRegistered with all health insurancecompanies. Evening and weekendappointments available3 King George Ave, Droitwich SpaWORCS. WR9 7BP 01905 772458info@backsrus.co.ukwww.backsrus.co.uk27 October 2013

LEE JAMES CARPENTRY& JOINERYQualified and experienced in allaspects of carpentryKitchens supplied and fittedFirst and second fixDoors and windowsOak timber framesLoft conversionsRoofingRenovations - old and newPlastic fascias and gutteringFor free quotes, competitive prices anda professional service, please phone:07779 073 870or 01886 821 151Quality & satisfaction guaranteedCARPET & UPHOLSTERYCLEANING SPECIALISTSPART OF CHAMBERMAIDS EST. 1993* Fully trained & insured operators* Latest equipment* Minimum drying times* We move furniture* Customer satisfaction guarantee* Oriental rug specialists* Stainshield treatment* Deodorizer treatment* Conditioning treatment* Quotations on requestHome heating oilAgricultural fuelsAuto top up facilityGas oil & road dieselLubricantsCarpet & Upholstery CleaningSpecialists, Highfields, Knightwick,Worcestershire WR6 5QG01886 821554 : 07971 603007Ledbury 01531 632712www.watsonfuels.co.uk28 October 2013

T C S E R V I C E SPlumbing & DomesticAppliance RepairsCity and Guilds Registered20 Years ExperiencePublic Liability Insured10% Discount for OAPsTony Clarke6 Toll House Close, Rushwick,Worcester, WR2 5TXTel: 07793 81536901905 424738St Richard’s Preparatory, Pre-Preparatory and Nursery Schoolwww.st-richards.org.ukA school of 130 boys and girls aged rising 3-13,taking full advantage of its rural position. Theschool has high academic standards, excellentfacilities and small classes which allow devotedindividual care. Our children flourish, being fullyinvolved in sport, drama, music.Daily minibus service from Knightwick (A44) toSt Richard’s School. (Children may be picked up atappropriate places along the A44.)For further details please contact the Headmaster.St Richard’s School, Bredenbury Court, Nr.Bromyard, Herefordshire, HR7 4TD(01885 482491)AS YOU LIKE ITRachel MutterLady DecoratorProviding and entirerange of home decorationservice s including:‣ Interior design andconsultancy‣ Painting: Internaland External‣ WallpaperingWith over 8 years experience you can be sure of anexcellent result as well as competitive rates.References available on request.Please do not hesitate to call for a noobligation quote. No job too big or too small.01886 822 238 07793 361 768Whistlewood Cottage, Lulsley, Knightwick,WORCESTER WR6 5QT29 October 2013

NEW...LUXURY CATTERYPhone Lesley on 01886 821154Kitty’s CatteryNew, luxury cattery set in beautifulcountryside. Run by genuine cat loverFully licensed and insuredAll chalets have heated bedroomsand spacious play runsSpecial needs and diets catered forCoronation Cottage, Broadwas (Nr. Martley), Worcester,WR6 5NT www.kittyscattery.co.ukTipton Hall Riding SchoolRiding lessons for all agesHackling through wonderful countrysideHorse Livery—small friendly yardRoger Benbow (registeredinstructor)Phone: 01885 488791Mobile: 07792 358741www.tiptonhallridingschool.comFOR ALL YOUR HOME IMPROVEMENTSKitchens & BathroomsWall & Floor TilingInternal/Structural AlterationsInternal Joinery, Bi-fold/Patio DoorsPlastering, Painting & DecoratingPlumbing & ElectricalHouse ExtensionsGarage ConversionsPorchesVelux Window InstallationsContact us for your free competitive quotation01886 822121 or 0796 748 4354Visit our websitewww.pinnaclebuilders.co.ukR OBERT PERRINDIP ARCH (HONOURS) LONDONArchitect & DesignerOffers professional advice onresidential extensions and newbuild projectsPlanning applications, buildingsregulation submissions &site supervisionFull service from designto completionFree initial consultationOffice: 01584 781 302Mobile: 07971 511 714D R Maund-PowellAll aspects of residentialand agricultural groundworksand landscapingundertaken10 Knights CourtBishops FromeWR6 5BZTel:01885 490676Mobile: 07977 141734Groundworks and LandscapingContractordavidmaundpowell@aol.com30 October 2013

Mick RonePlumbing and Elite BathroomsTHE COMPLETE INSTALLATION***********Building alterations to create thatextra spaceLighting effectsSuperb tiling ideasAir baths installedSpecial needsFor that extra care and attentions in yourhome and a free survey to discuss yourbathroom projectsTel/Fax 01886 884598Darren—07870 369420Steve—07970 593552All eventscatered for -Weddings, PartiesShows, etcwww.oasisbarservices.co.ukEmail: Enquiries@oasisbarservices.co.ukWOODENDEstablished 1970PAINTER & DECORATORINTERIOR AND EXTERIORHEATHFIELD, BRINGSTYNR WORCESTERTEL: 01886 821392 MOB: 07709 739301TAYLORS CONSERVATORY CAREA family run business with an establishedreputation for professional quality serviceSupply and InstallationAftersales care and Re-roofingWe supply and fit:Aluminium windows and doorsUPVC windows and doorsHardwood & softwood windows & doorsConservatories in hardwood,UPVC and aluminiumWe are agents for Compton Garages and AltonGreenhouses, also Pilkingtons ApprovedInstallersPLEASE PHONE FOR A FREE QUOTATION22 Saxon Close, Clifton-upon-TemeWorcs. WR6 6DLHave you got a problem with yourTV, VIDEO, WASHINGMACHINE, MICROWAVE etc?Then callPat PriestGeneral Electrical ServicesNOW!Established locally for 18 years with over30 years experience of the trade. Weoffer fast, reliable and honest solutionsto your problems at fixed rate prices01886 82110924 hour answeringservice01886 812424 Mob. 07801 28182131 October 2013

GRAPH SURVEY PARTNERSHIPLand and Engineering Surveying ServicesCivil Engineering Setting Out, Topographical Surveys,Volumetric Analysis, Establishing ControlNetworks, Data Preparation, 3D Machine Guidanceand Instrument Hire. All teams carry Robotic EDM,GPS and Precise Levelling functionality.Tel 07973 381362/07885 203875www.graphsurveys.co.uk8 Heathbrook Avenue, Wall Heath, West Midlands,DY6 0ER! Good Eating !Outside catering for any occasionParties, Weddings, Receptions, Funeral teasVery competitive ratesExcellent serviceFor more information call:Janet Rogers (01885) 482392A N D R E W J E L L E YO P T I C I A N SAndrew Jelley BSc (Hons) FC OptomTeresa Davies FBDODuncan Edwards FBDOAlex Lane BSc (Hons) MC Optom34/36 High Street, Bromyard. HR7 4AETel: 01885 488 259enquiries@andrewjelleyopticians.co.ukwww.andrewjelleyopticians.co.ukMARTLEYOSTEOPATHIC CLINICNot just for backsOsteopathic treatment for infants toadults including cranial techniques.Lynette Topham BSc (Hons) OstRegistered OsteopathUnit 4A Hope House Farm BarnsMartley,WR6 6QF01886 889002for information and appointmentsmartley_osteo@btconnect.comTiblands Nursery SchoolWhitbourne (Nr Worcester) WR6 5RE01886 821394Sylvia and Trish Garness NNEB NVQ3 TDLB(assessor for the NVQ)Take Ten More for Play (after school training)Established in 1966 in new purpose built buildingofficially opened October 2006 by Dr Tait.*Ofsted approved and nursery education grantsaccepted. *Good partnerships with local schools.*Open all year round from 8.30am - 6pm forchildren aged 6 months - 5 years. *Offeringquality care and education in a secure andnourishing environment. *After school + holidayclub open Monday – Friday.For more details or to arrange a visitcontact Sylvia or Trish32 October 2013

Community Car SchemeIf you have transport problems getting tomedical appointments etc., we will behappy to help. Please start ringing fromthe top of the list.Janet Knight: 821619Gillie Stormonth Darling: 821918Susie Tetley: 821432Asimina Smith: 821435Current charge: 25p per mile fromdriver’s door to driver’s door. The servicecovers all residents in the Parish ofGreater Whitbourne. Please give as muchnotice as possible when you need transport.Our drivers reserve the right torefuse a request if they feel it is inappropriate.Volunteers are always welcome:please ring Gillie Stormonth Darling on821918. Updated Oct 2013.Jeremy Massey ElectricsElectrical ContractorAll electrical Installations carried out to 17thEdition - BS7671 Domestic, commercial, industrial New installations and rewires Interior and exterior lighting Electrical and telephone sockets Electrical health checks Fault finding CertificationContact: Jeremy or Maria01886 888493J B ServicesPainting and DecoratingI offer very competitive rates and excellentservice. For a no obligation quotation, pleasecall:Home: 01885 482149Mobile: 07870 110124LOGS 4SALECall 07721 458089Or 01886 821394Guy JamesJoineryModern Design withTraditional Craftsmanshipwww.guyjamesjoinery.co.ukTel: 07967 476470 / 01885 48316333 October 2013

CIDER MUSEUMLearn about the history of cidermakinghow apples were milled, pressed andfermented to produce cider. TheMuseum is housed in an old cidermakingfactory in Hereford and visitors can walkthrough original cider cellars. Admire arare collection of cider glasses and 19 thCentury watercolours.Open: Mon-Sat 10am-5pm Apr-Oct11am-3pm Nov-MarTel: 01432 354207 www.cidermuseum.co.ukCIDERMAKING FESTIVAL19 & 20 OCTOBER 2013Demonstrations of traditional cidermaking,coopering, blacksmithing. Tutored cider tasting,beekeeping exhibition. Fun for all the family.£1 off admission to the festivalwith this voucherJULIET TWINBERROWBVM&S, MRCVSPROVIDING A MOBILEVETERINARY SERVICE01886 821408 or 07772 799754www.housevet.co.ukBromyard Aerial ServiceTV Aerial & Satellites installedand repairedExtra rooms connectedEstablished 25 yrsCall Steve for an estimateTel 01885 719039Alan RogersTree Maintenance& Gardening4 Clover CourtBromyardHerefordshireHR7 4BJPhone: 01885 482916Three CountiesChimney SweepCertified Chimney SweepSweep & VacuumInsurance Certificates IssuedChimney & Stove Maintenance& RepairsBird Guards & CowlsCall Ian on: 01684 89100534 October 2013

Flowers and Brasses6th October Mrs M. Meadows13th October Mrs M. Williams20th October Mrs M. Williams27th October Mrs M. Malkin3rd November Mrs M. Malkin10th November Mrs M. Schoonenburg17th November Mrs M. Schoonenburg24th November Mrs M. JonesAny queries relating to flowers, pleasecontact Mrs Ann Taylor on 821744.Sidesmen—Whitbourne6th October Mr D. Shaw13th October Mrs S. Bland & S. Cole20th October Mrs S. Jones27th October Mrs M. Kneen3rd November Mr J. Allan10th November Mr J. Cummins17th November Mr D. Shaw24th November Mrs S. Bland & S. ColeParish Communion Readers—Whitbourne6th October Mrs S. Bland13th October Mrs. B. Allan20th October Mrs S. Dodd27th October Sir N. Harington3rd November Mr J. Allan10th November Mr C. Short17th November Mr J. Bland24th November Mrs M. KneenChurch RotasChurch Cleaning—Whitbourne5th October Mr J. Allan12th October Mrs E. & Miss L.Badger19th October Mrs A. Evans26th October Mrs M. Kneen2nd November Mrs G. StormonthDarling9th November Mrs A. Howell16th November Mrs E. James23rd November Mr J. Allan30th November Mrs E. & Miss L.BadgerUpper SapeyOct/NovCarole Wilde/HelenMilesCoffee - Whitbourneth October Mrs A. Evans & MrsM. Schoonenberg13th October Mrs E. Badger & Mrs P.Ransley20th October Mrs W. Cummins &Mrs S. Dodd27th October Mr J. and Mrs S. Bland3rd November Mrs A. Taylor & MrsM. Williams10th November Mrs A. Evans & MrsM. Schoonenberg17th November Mrs E. Badger & Mrs P.Ransley24th November Mrs W. Cummins &Mrs S. DoddAny queries relating to flowers, please contact Mrs Ann Taylor on 821744. Anyone wishing to beincluded in the cleaning rotas can contact Carol Wilde on 853491 (Upper Sapey) or Myrtle Kneenon 821707 (Whitbourne). New volunteers for any of the rotas are always welcome.If the dates shown for the rotas are inconvenient and you are not able to change with anyone elseon the list, please let Myrtle Kneen know on 01886 821707. Thank you to all those who put somuch effort into keeping our Churches running smoothly.35 October 2013

Sunday 6th October19th after TrinityChurch Services10 amConfirmation Service, WhitbourneSunday 13th October20th after TrinitySunday 20th October21st after TrinitySunday 27th OctoberLast after TrinitySunday 3 rd November4th before AdventSunday 10 th NovemberRemembrance SundaySunday 17 th November2nd before AdventSunday 24 th NovemberChrist the King9.30 am11 am9.30 am11 am3 pm9.30 am8 am9.30 am10 am9.30 am11 am3.00 pm9.30 am11 amHarvest Festival, WhitbourneHarvest Festival, Upper SapeyHoly Communion, WhitbourneHarvest Festival, Tedstone DelamereHarvest Festival, Edvin LoachHoly Communion, Whitbourne*Holy Communion, WhitbourneHoly Communion, WhitbourneRemembrance Service followed by Actof Remembrance at the War Memorial,WhitbourneHoly Communion with The ChristmasShoe Story, WhitbourneHoly Communion, Tedstone DelamereEvening Prayer, Edvin LoachHoly Communion, WhitbourneHoly Communion, Upper SapeyThe Holy Eucharist will be offered at Whitbourne every Wednesday at 10.30am.* denotes Book of Common Prayer.Count Your Blessings by ShirleyWhittallOh, how we take life for grantedwhen we feel fit and well each day.You don’t realise how lucky you aretill something happens to make you feelgrey.It does you good to celebrateall the good things in your life.Your home, your family and good friendsto make life sweet with no strife.But the odd stressful moment will appearas life has its ups and downs.But it’s how we cope with it that countsso there are no tears or frowns.Count your blessings every day,don’t waste time looking back.Then happiness will always be yoursa gift to treasure - and that’s a fact!