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ABOUT MONEYRelieve Your Financial Mess & Stress

ABOUT MOTORINGNew Car Review

Audi A8 with all the trimmings

ABOUT FOODBD Spice - and Eastern Delight

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ISSUE 30: August - September 2010

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Contents

Welcome to the August/September issue of About Knocklyon

“Rule number one, never lose money. Rule number 2,never forget rule number one”

Wise words indeed, shame its practically impossible in thesetimes to practise. Well in this month’s About Magazines youcertainly will find lots to help, whether it’s the great dealson offer by our advertisers or in the advice available in ourmany features this month.

We also have great pleasure in welcoming About Sandyfordto the fold of About Magazines and hope it is as wellreceived as the more established editions in Rathfarnham,Dundrum, Ballinteer and Knocklyon.

This month you will notice new editorial that I hope we candevelop into regular items such as About Motoring fromPaddy Comyn, renowned motoring correspondent andIrish Times contributor, if you have any motoring questionsyou can ask them at his website www.completecar.ie andwe will try to cover them here for you.

Are you feeling the pinch of the economic climate at themoment, well maybe Mr Wallace Huey can help, hiseditorial on relieving our “Financial Mess & Stress” willmake interesting reading. His seminars planned forSeptember are certainly worth clearing your diary for.

We also have interesting tips and advice on how to choosethe perfect wedding flowers from Bloom Award Winner EvaActon of Dundrum Blooms, this has been taken fromfrequently asked Questions from her internet blog, so if youor a member of your family are getting married soon it willreally help.

There really is too much to tell you about here, from thegreat night out in BD Spice I had, the excellent wines onoffer from the newly opened Marley Wine Shop (differentname, same excellent service), our recipe, beauty tips toour excellent Crossword and Wordsearch competitions youreally have a lot to get through this month.

So, I’ll let you get started and remember to tell everyonewhere you saw it …. About Magazines and pleaseremember if you know of anything no matter how big orsmall going on locally we want to know about it.

Stuart

Copy deadline for the Sept/Oct issue:18th Aug 2010

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All About Beauty - Teeth Whitening and Dragon’s Tan.................6About Wine - Summer Sipping fromMarlay Wine..............................8About Recipe - You’ll love it................................................................................10About Health - Buteyko Breathing Technique....................................12About Wedding Flowers - Blooming great advice..........................14About Motoring - New Audi A8 ….HowMuch!................................16About Finance - Relieving your Financial Mess & Stress..............18About the Garden - Monthly tips from Tom Percy..........................20About Quiz - Go on its easy................................................................................22About Computers - It’s never too late to learn................................24About a Good Meal - BD Spice – The East of Eden.....................26

Highlighting - Lets hear it for the Boys...................................................28AboutMovies - Liam Neeson, Hannibal in the A-Team, Bah.....30About Music - Churchtown School of Music on the Move.......32About Local - Local Events for August..........................................32 - 35About Crossword -Win €50 VIP Voucher from Network Taxis................................................36About Wordsearch -Win €50 Voucher from Terenure Office Supplies................................40About Wills - What, you don’t have one?................................................42About Tarot - Your Tarotscopes for August.........................................44Index - In a hurry, find it here, quick..............................................................46


Smile with confidenceOne of the most important things we wear today is oursmile. However, with more andmore pressure in today’ssociety to look good, some people are shying away fromwearing their smile with confidence. Nicotine, caffeine,red wine and sugary foods are all elements that canaffect not only our smile but our confidence as well.

There is a solution for people with discoloured or stainedteeth to regain their natural smile and confidence and it’ssimply done in just 36 minutes!

The Whitehouse with clinics in Dublin and Galway providea complete laser teeth whitening experience that can haveyou smiling again instantly. Using the most advanced lasertechnology; the Whitehouse can remove annoying intrinsicstains such as tobacco, tea, coffee and also whiten your

teeth to give you confidence and a glowing natural smilewhether it is for work, a wedding or just a new start.

Charl Marais, practitioner and general manager of TheWhitehouse’s newest clinic in Main Street Dundrum says,‘’Its great to see how many people leave our clinic smiling,this treatment really does help restore peoples confidence ina way they never thought possible before. And the great thingis there is no maintenance after treatment. We have speciallyformulated toothpastes that help maintain and boost thewhiteness after treatment but aside from that there is nothingfor the patient to worry about doing themselves.’’

The laser treatment the Whitehouse uses is an advancedtechnology from the US. It’s the safest and most efficienttreatment available on the market and most important forthe patient; the quickest. To celebrate the opening of thenew clinic in Dundrum, the Whitehouse are offering acomplete treatment for an introductory price of €220.

For more information on the Whitehouse Laser teethwhitening clinics and its services please visitwww.thewhitehouse.ie or alternatively you can callCharl on 890 4613.

Dragon’s Den Success Story. Now a Local Hit…Gavin Duffy has always had an eye for attractiveopportunities and his latest Dragon’s Den investmentTanOrganic certainly looks set for an glowing future!

Opal Beauty Sanctuary has introduced the Tan of the times“TanOrganic” to their tan treatment list and customers areloving it. Why not pop down for a professional spray-on tanand see how amazing the tan is for yourself or have a lookonline www.tanorganic.com to see what everyone is sayingabout TanOrganic?

This pure Irish self tan (formulated with our signature Celticskintones in mind) created by entrepreneurial Irishbusinesswoman Noelle O Connor, has taken the nation bystorm and has already been recognised as one of the top Irishproducts to watch out for across 2010-2011.

With phenomenal demand in its pre-launch period, the interestand demand for TanOrganic continues to grow, with over100,000 spray tan treatments having taken place since thelaunch a little over 12 weeks ago.

The TanOrganic website registered over 109,000 unique hitsafter it was presented on Dragon’s Den and an additional140,000 unique hits in the 3 hours after the Late Late showinterview with Gavin Duffy, where he said it was his “jackpot”investment of the series.

Some of the greatest inventions are often the simplest andNoelle O Connor seems to have hit a winner with this anti-ageing natural, organic self-tan treatment that has alreadybeen endorsed by the Irish Eczema society, the vegan societyand many more. Driven by the quest to develop a totallynatural and organic self tanning treatment, Noelle has alreadyreceived positive feedback from clients and press alike thathave highly sensitive or allergic skin.

‘Back in March, Noelle O’Connor, came into the Den with her ideafor a 100% natural tan, called TanOrganic. Gavin Duffy investedand we have since brought it to market successfully. What hasamazed me is the good will of pharmacies and consumers alike tothis product. It seems in the current recession there is great supportfor people like Noelle O’Connor who have had the tenacity toinvent a new product and bring it to market. She is also indiscussion with Boots who want to stock TanOrganic in their2,700 stores throughout the UK. Even in a recession we need torealise there are new business opportunities out there for thosewho have the vision and the dedication to see it through. Noelleis a real entrepreneur now employing twenty people. You just can’tkeep good people down.’

Formulated in a certified organic laboratory, TanOrganicremains ethical and staunchly Irish by employing companiesin Cork, Dublin, Offaly and Sligo to help produce the finalproduct.

Contact Breda at Opal Beauty Sanctuary on 086 0447344Located in Beacon South Quarter, SandyfordEmail Address:[email protected]

With the summer season firmly upon us, and theweather providing us with some much welcomedsunshine, it is a great time to enjoy alfresco diningwith family and friends over the coming weeks.

So if you are planning to host a party or BBQ, letDonal Tuomey of Marlay Wine Shop, formerlyMitchells Wine Merchants, on the Grange Road makea few suggestions on the wine front.

As grilled meat dishes and light salads will be popularat your Barbeque, the perfectAperitif to serve your guests is aglass of Prosecco, which will setthe scene, so why not choose abottle of Giano Semi SparklingProsecco at €9.95. It’s light andrefreshing and a real crowdpleaser! If you are looking for avalue white with these disheswhy not choose the excellentCastillo Molina Viognier ‘08from Chile, which displays ripepear fruit qualities and has agenerous finish.

If you’re a Marlborough NewZealand Sauvignon Blanc fan,why not try our popularWhero‘08 Sauvignon Blanc. It isdown from €12.95 to €9.95. Ithas intense Gooseberry aromason the palate, and has a lovelyracey finish. It would matchperfectly with Smoked Salmonor Goats cheese starters. This is a real gem of a white,and is proving our most popular white of 2010!

When it comes to red wines,Marlay Wine Shop havethe Cono Sur Pinot Noir light and fragrant in style,perfect for serving with light grilled meats. The PinotNoir is down from €10.50 to €8.40 this month. If youfeel like something more full bodied why not enjoy theMolina Syrah ‘07 from Chile which displays lots ofbramble fruit, mocha and spice. Reduced from €12.99to €9.95 and perfect with char-grilled steak or lambkebabs.

You could also go for the European option, DonalTuomey, the proprietor atMarlay Wine Shop, GrangeRoad suggests the Chapoutier Cotes de RhoneBelleruche as an alternative to serve at your function.It is reduced from €14.50 to €11.50 and punches wellabove its weight.

Donal and his staff are happy to advise you on all yourparty requirements and provide wines that meet yourbudget and taste. Not only when you purchase winefor your party can you be provided with complimentarywine glasses, Ice and free local delivery but you will findall the August Specials open in-store to taste, so thatyou can get to experience the quality first hand.

Each month Marlay Wine Shops offer 20% off theirspecially selected House Selection Wines so that youare given quality wines at affordable prices.

So, here’s hoping for a fewwarm sunny days during Augustand September. Should yourequire any wine at all for eitheryourselves or a family gettogether this summer, Donaland his staff look forward tobeing able to provide you with awine that you and your guestswill thoroughly enjoy thissummer!

You could win all these greatwines fromMarlayWine Shopby entering their draw in thestore, give Donal your emailaddress in store to be in with achance to win and receivetheir fabulous 10% discounton your next purchase whenyou do.

Marlay Wine Shop are locatedin Marlay Retail Centre, formerly known as Mitchell& Sons Wine Merchants, and they can be contactedon 4933816.


ABOUT WINE

A Little Summer Sippingby Stuart Ferguson

Donal from Marlay Wine Shop

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Set in a convenient location - 1 minute walk awayfrom St Colmcilles National School, this family runMontessori is the ideal start to your child's education.Coolkidz is a purpose built pre-school in its 9th year,which is Eastern Health Board registered and fullyinsured.

There is an outdoor safe play area with qualified andexperienced staff providing structured learning andplay with a superb wide range of equipment andactivities in a home from home environment.

We are participating providers of the new governmentscheme which provides a free pre-school place forchildren in the year before they start primary school.

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ABOUT RECIPE

Rustic Greengage and Sultana Cobbler & Summer Fruit Treats

RUSTIC GREENGAGE AND SULTANA COBBLER

600g (1¼lb) stoned greengages75g (3oz) sultanas

FOR THE COBBLER TOPPING250g (9 oz) wholemeal self raising flour75g (3oz) sultanas50g (2oz) lard50g (2oz) Demerara sugar200ml (7fl oz) natural yoghurt1 tsp salt½ tsp mixed spice

Put the fruit in a 1.5 litre/2½ pint pie dish. Pour in justenough water to cover. Put the flour, salt and spiceinto a mixing bowl and rub in the lard with yourfingertips. Stir in the sugar and sultanas. Make a wellin the centre of the scone mixture, pour in theyoghurt, and mix to a soft dough. Divide the doughinto 8 portions and form them into 2.5cm (1 inch)thick rounds. Arrange them symmetrically on top ofthe fruit. Bake the cobbler for 35 minutes at 200C /400 F / Gas 6 or until the scones are golden brown.

SUMMER FRUIT TREATS

You will need a selection of soft fruitsMixed small fruits: raspberries, cherries (stoned),grapes, small strawberriesLarge chopped fruits: pineapple, bananasSeveral large grapefruits sliced in half put on aplate cut side down

Fruit is quite delicious by itself but if you are having anevening party and want to make your fruit a bit moreinteresting, try this idea. Melt some good qualitychocolate either very carefully in the microwave, or ina bowl over a pan of boiling water. Put each piece of

fruit onto a cocktail stick and dip it into the chocolate.Then push the other end of the cocktail stick into thegrapefruit. Place the dipped fruit into the fridge andwhen the chocolate is set you can remove it from thegrapefruit and serve either with or without thecocktails sticks.


ABOUT BREATHING

Breath Free and Naturally with Buteyko Breathing

Do you suffer from Asthma or breathlessness? Are yoursummers spoiled due to hay fever or other allergies?Do you snore? Have you got Bronchitis or a chroniccough? Do you suffer with Emphysema or C.O.P.D?

If the answer to any of the above questions is yes, thenButeyko Breathing can help.

Buteyko breathing is a drug free breathing re trainingprogram which helps those suffering with respiratoryproblems to stop their symptoms and in the majority ofcases reduce medication by between 50 and 90%.

Buteyko breathing was developed in Russia in the 1960’sby Dr. Constantine Buteyko. After extensive research hedeveloped a system of breathing exercises which has hada huge impact on tens of thousands of asthmatics andpeople with other respiratory problems such as hay fever,bronchitis, and emphysema around the world. Buteykohas been used in Australia and New Zealand since 1990and has been practiced in Britain and Ireland for about 15years. It is now an N.H.S. (National Health Service)approved therapy and is completely safe. It can be usedon children from about 5 years of age to adults of all ages.

Asthma is defined as the reversible inflammation of thebronchioles which can cause shortness of breath, audiblewheeze and cough, it can lead to hospitalisation and evendeath, at the very least it is very distressing and can havemajor impacts on the quality of life of the sufferer.

Buteyko Breathing is taught over 5 or 6 weeks. Theprogram covers all areas of the sufferer’s disease and istailored to cater for each individual’s particular needs, suchas minimising and avoiding triggers. Buteyko is abreathing retraining exercise and so the results achieveddepend on home participation. Client’s complete 3 sets ofexercises (15minutes) each day and keep a diary of theresults. The results can then be used to monitor progressand can be shown to medical professionals to indicate theimprovement in symptoms. Information from the diarycan then be used to influence decisions relating tochanges in medication.

What the course teaches• Correct breathing methods• To clear and maintain clear sinuses• How to stop cough• To stop and reverse asthma attacks• Avoiding exposure to allergens that trigger attack• Dietary advice and lifestyle choices to stay symptom free• Correct use of medication

What do the exercises entail?Most exercises are done in a seated position and aresimple breathing techniques similar to meditation. A quietspace and a comfortable chair are all that is required. Agentle 15 minute walk is encouraged and can count asone of the 3 sets of exercises per day.

Benefits of completing a course of Buteyko breathing.• Control over symptoms rather than symptomscontrolling you

• Respiratory symptoms will be improved• Elevated energy levels• Improved sleep• Better Digestion• Reduced stress levels

As a lifelong sufferer of asthma himself, Buteyko breathinghas completely changed Dave Shipsey’s life and he can nowparticipate in sports without getting exercise inducedasthma. He no longer panics upon realising that he doesn’thave asthmamedication as he doesn’t have the need for any.

People travel to Dave Shipsey from all over the country tolearn and perfect the Buteyko technique so if you sufferfrom any illness listed above it could help you too.

Dave Shipsey B.Sc. Grad. Dip. C.Ac. A.C.Ac M.A.F.P.I. M.B.B.A.at Dan-Tien complementary health studio.Ph 0879618344 or 014738845. See www.dan-tien.com

Dave Shipsey is a registered acupuncturist and a ButeykoBreathing teacher, he is a member of the ButeykoBreathing Association and the Acupuncture FoundationProfessional Association, is fully insured and approved bymost medical insurance providers.


ABOUT WEDDING FLOWERS

Wedding Flowers Tips

TimingSo it all sounds soooo romantic to getmarried on Valentine’s Day or atChristmas....but it is not always soromantic financially or practically! Themajor drawback to getting married atthese times of year is the cost of allflowers. Flower prices are based onsupply and demand (like mostcommodities). The demand is high at

these peak times therefore prices are subsequently high. Theother major problem with getting married at Christmas isavailability of flowers.

The markets in Holland close for holidays and don’t reopen for2-3 days; therefore the supply chain dries up. Generally youcan’t get fresh flowers after Christmas until nearer to newYears. So you must rely on flowers keeping fresh from beforeChristmas. Although some flowers are very happy to do thisothers are not so impressed! It’s not impossible but it’scertainly more restrictive.

Wedding flower magazinesBy all means flick through these magazines to get an idea of thetype of flowers you would like for your bouquet, church orvenue. They can be very inspiring and a great source of ideas.However do bear in mind that most of the magazines designflowers without budget limitations.... and although exquisitemay be very expensive to create. You can usually do a lessexpensive version of them by perhaps introducing moregreenery or less expensive flowers etc so don’t be put off but berealistic. Most florists love doing unusual designs so if you findan image you like in a wedding magazine it’s so much easier toexplain what you want.

ColourIt is really helpful when visiting your florist to have a sample ofthe bridesmaids dress available for colour match. If necessarya good florists will order in some sample blooms so that thedress can be matched. It’s always amusing at how insignificantthe bridal dress is to the choice of flowers....it’s all about thebridesmaids colours. Go bridesmaids!

Confirm your choicesFollowing your initial consultation with your florist you shouldexpect to get written confirmation of your discussion. This givesyou an opportunity to collect your thoughts and add changes ifnecessary. It’s also a good reference point going forward withyour discussions. Once you have confirmed your choices makesure these are documented. Changes can always be made, evenup to a week before and indeed corsages numbers can be addedto the day before.

Venue DesignNowadays the hotels and venues very often provide tablecentre arrangements as part of the package they offer.Unfortunately they are not always very imaginative so it’salways worth asking your florist what they can do for yourvenue. It doesn’t have to cost the earth. A good florist hasprobably done loads of table designs for many events and willhave many options to offer you.

Know your budgetGenerally you should expect your first consultation to be freeof charge. Be aware that the florist is giving you their expertopinion and experience. They are spending a couple of hoursof their time with you and documenting the discussionsafterwards. Definitely shop around but getting into a “Dutchauction” will not endear you to your wedding florist. If youlike your florist, their portfolio of work and are impressed bytheir ideas that’s usually all you need to know to make yourmind up. ...it’s not meant to stress you out! If you have anidea of budget to start with then its best to let the florists knowand they will work with you to make that happen.

Thanks to Eva Acton of Dundrum Blooms for her advice. Ifyou would like help with your Special Day Flowers, AwardWinning Eva can be contacted at 298 2988 or join herconversation on Twitter at http://twitter.com/FloralEva oron Facebook at www.facebook.com/dundrumbloomswhere you are bound to pick up some great tips.

by Eva Acton

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ABOUT MOTORING

This month, Paddy Comyn of CompleteCar.iehas been driving a new car that has optionalextra’s that total €46,522. These include seatsthat massage you, night vision, a DVD changerand leather seats that cost €21,000. It is Audi’snew A8, a technological tour de force that aims tobe the last word in comfort, innovation andperformance for the discerning luxury car buyer.

The first thing you notice about the A8 is its size, itis truly immense. But you will also notice that interms of styling it is really rather muted. Weprobably expected something a little more radicalwhen it came to the car’s design, rather thansomething that just looks like a really massive A4,but you must remember that the executive buyerat this level is notoriously conservative and as BMWfound out as few years back with the 7 Series, ifyou try something too radical then it can be hardto sell this to an often older buyer in this class.

Whatever about the exterior of the A8, theinterior is nothing short of incredible. Audi arewell known for the quality of the interiors on eventheir most basic car but when they are showingoff the results are astonishing. The A8 we drovedid, as we mentioned, feature a host of optionalextras, many of which seem wildly extravagantbut we would be a fan of the massaging seatswhich do provide much more than a tickle andthe handwriting pad on the dash also allows you

to write in navigation destinations, although itwould work better on a left hand drive car if youare right handed.

There is air suspension, which can be adjusted tofour models – auto, dynamic, comfort and lift andeven on twisty back roads the A8 can be flungabout like a hot hatch. With 346hp on tap and800Nm of torque the A8 is not short on power –anything but. With an eight-speed automatictransmission and four-wheel drive power deliveryis really smooth. 0-100km/h takes just 5.5 secondson the way to a top speed limited to 250km/h.Fuel economy isn’t bad returning a believable 7.6l/100km and CO2 emissions of 199gkm mean itisn’t even in the highest tax bracket.

This is a magnificent car, likely to sell in very smallnumbers and still probably unlikely to knock theS-Class off its luxury car throne in Ireland. At€110,170 before you start adding all thoseoptions it isn’t cheap. But as they say, if you haveto ask the price, you probably can’t afford it.

For all your new car news and reviews checkout www.completecar.ie, there you can ask theexperts anything from what they think of anyparticular model to any advice you might needconcerning any motoring problems.


ABOUT MONEY

Resolve your Financial Mess and Stress

Paul Lucas, a local financial consultant, and Wallace

Huey, a local life coach, are concerned at the large

number of people in South Dublin who are in

financial difficulties. They want to emphasise that

if you take the right actions and get help this

situation can be reversed.

“It’s not easy to face up to the fact that your bank

balance is dropping, your credit card debt is mounting,

your income has fallen, your retirement plans are in

tatters, you are worried about defaulting on your

mortgage payments or you are struggling to meet your

monthly commitments. Face it now, head on!” says Paul

Lucas, MD of Lucas Mortgage Finance.

“The next step is to come to a deep, heart felt acceptance

that your finances are in a mess and you are responsible

for putting them right - then you will begin to look for a

way out of your situation. And there is a way out but it’s

up to you to find it. This may be easier than you think!

In facing this challenge we want you to remember that

you are not alone. Help is at hand,” emphasises Wallace

Huey, Director of Trans4mind.com the world’s premier

personal development website.

Paul and Wallace recommend people who are in a

tight financial corner focus on two main areas,

budgeting effectively while protecting your lifestyle,

what Paul calls smart money management, and

opening up new opportunities to increase earnings,

what Wallace calls successful money making.

“If you can trim 10% off your expenditure and then

increase your earnings by 20% or 30% this helps a lot.”

says Paul. “With a bit of training you can spot where to

make savings and create ways to increase your income,

as either a job seeker, employed or self employed person

- even in a recession,” adds Wallace.

Paul and Wallace have created a free online Video and

eBook to help people get focused on where to start

and what to do. Both the eBook and Video are

supported by free Coaching Online from Wallace

Huey, the founder of Money Max. Then to get more

detailed training and to create your own Money Max

Plan, you can attend the Resolve Your Financial Mess

And Stress Course being run in September in South

Dublin.

“We want to assist people through this recession. Those

who watch this free Video, read this free eBook and who

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of improving their financial position,” says Wallace. “And

the follow up course guides you in creating your Money

Max Plan. You will come away feeling powerful instead of

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ABOUT GARDENING

Round the Garden in August

The last month of summer is here and, although it’s thebest month to enjoy the garden and weather, it’s alsotime to prepare for the coming autumn months.

LawnsSpike the lawnwith a fork to improve drainage. If it is excessivelyhot, leave a very thin layer of cuttings as a sun shield. Now is thetime to plant bulbs in the lawn for next spring.

Tidying upAntirrhinums need their flower spikes cut down. Train clematis,honeysuckle and wisteria to prevent shoots growing wild.Tulips should be lifted and stored.

SowingAnnuals for next spring need to be sown this month. It’s alsotime for sowing cauliflowers, endive, onions, radishes, redcabbage, spinach for winter use and turnips. Perennialseedlings should be thinned.

Cut and divideCuttings of carnations should be ready for planting out. Springflowering perennials can be divided and replanted this month.

VegetablesBroccoli will require plenty of water this month as the headsform. Garlic and onions can be harvested and herbs collectedfor storing. Runner beans should be stopped when theyreach the top of the poles and the beans harvested whenready. Turnips may need dusting with slake or ground limeto guard against fly.

FruitApples, pears and plums should be thinned out if the crop isheavy. Cut down the old canes of loganberries and raspberriesas soon as the fruit has been picked. Any unwanted strawberryrunners should be cut off, with new beds made for the runners.

by Tom Percy


Hard SudokuHow to Play:

Fill in the grid so that every row, every column, andevery 3x3 box contains the digits 1 through 9, withno repetition! That’s all there is to it. You solve thepuzzle with reasoning and logic - there’s no maths

involved and no adding up.

ABOUT PUZZLES

Coffee Quiz - At The Seaside

1. The TV sitcom Fawlty Towers was set in which seaside town?

2. In which seaside resort in England would you find the world's longest pleasure pier?

3. Which seaside town is known as Queen of the Welsh Resorts?

4. One of the most successful living artists, who painted The Singing Butler, featuring a

couple dancing on a beach as a maid and a butler stand by them with umbrellas?

5. With which English football league team would you associate the nickname

"the seasiders"?

6. In which seaside town would you find a monument to Lord Nelson called the Britannia

Monument that was erected over 20 years before Nelson's Column in London was

completed?

7. In which seaside town did Billy Butlin open his first holiday camp?

8. Which famous beach has played host to the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup more than

anywhere else?

9. In Bram Stoker's famous novel, Dracula arrives in Britain at which seaside town?

10. Which TV sitcom was set in a fictional seaside town called Crimpton-on-Sea?


About ComputersComputers for the Elderly.

For a lot of elderly people, especially those living alone,very often the only company they have is the radio or TV.Times have changed and thankfully with the advent of theinternet it means that people can talk to each other andinteract in a variety of new different ways.

Yet still, for a large number of people the idea of computersand the internet strikes them with fear. “I’m afraid I’ll breakit …”; “I’m too old to learn…”; “How can I tell which websitesare ok to visit and which are not…”. These are all real validfears for many elderly people and as a result they can feelleft out and generally left behind in a “young person’s”world surrounded by technology.

There are several IT trainers who give advice on a one-to-one basis to very many elderly people in their own homesand there are a growing number of “silver surfers” outthere who have discovered all the things that their newcomputer can do.

Did you know that if you missed the Late Late Show lastweek you can catch it again on the internet? That you canlisten to yesterday’s radio programs and read today’s paperonline as well as watch DVD’s and listen to all of yourfavourite music! Of course you can also book that round ofgolf online on Thursday morning, not to mention send andreceive family photos by email and talk to your relativesabroad using Skype and other electronic means online.

Get out there and join the ever-increasing groups ofretired people who get great enjoyment from theircomputer without any of the fear they once experienced.

Computers for Mature Students.

You’ve taken the plunge, you’ve dusted off the cobwebsand here you are, a mature student and back at college!What you might not have thought about before youstarted is that you may need to have access to and be ableto use a computer. It may entail being asked to create aPowerPoint presentation, to download the lecturer’s notesonline or you may be required to email assignmentsthrough as you complete them.

For a lot of you the very idea of this will be giving you anosebleed! It might be quite a while since you’ve been tocollege or school and some of you may never have beenexposed to computers at all during your working life. Itcan be very daunting, especially as you are starting a newcollege course, new location, new subject, new peopleand now new technology on top of it!

Too much to take on? Not at all! With a little personalsupervision you’ll be ahead of the game in no time.

One person you can call is Paula Flanagan, she has yearsof IT training on a one-to-one basis in your area withthe elderly and the more mature among us that feelthey were left behind when the Intenet and all it had tooffer took off.

She can be contacted on 4943557 or 086 8961721.Her website is www.paulaflanagan.com and [email protected].

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The East of Eden

I often think to myself what makes a good localrestaurant, is it the service, the surroundings oris it just good, well prepared and presentedfood. I sometimes leave a restaurant and thinkthat was very close if only they had…. Well fromthe moment we entered the BD SpiceRestaurant and started up the stairs to thedining area I had a suspicion we were in for abit of a treat.

As we were shown to our seats (the only two left inthe restaurant) there was a real buzz in the air withlots of diners chatting and laughing amongst abeautifully aromatic atmosphere, considering theoffer that BD Spice are running around certain localarea’s it was no surprise that the place was full.

The offer is available to residents in the local areaon certain nights in the month and you get a fourcourse meal with complimentary glass of wine orIndian beer for only €20.

After being shown the special menu which includedall the main Indian dishes you might expect weordered from Rajib and continued our conversationmainly about how great it was to see a restaurant asfull in these very difficult times. We were thenbrought our glass of wine which was part of themenu offer and the quality of the House wine couldnot be faulted, a small taster of what was to come.

Duly our starters arrived, my wife opting for theChicken Shaslik, tender chicken pieces withmushrooms and onions in a very light but tastysauce. I myself went for the Shammi Kebab’swhich can be very tricky to find done well, I wasnot disappointed, two minced lamb patties’scooked to perfection and for me they were a realtreat.

Then came our main courses, for myself theChicken Jalfrezi and my wife went for the LambBhuna. Both dishes were excellent, cooked freshwith both the Lamb and the Chicken exceptionallytender; it always amazes me how Indian cuisinenever fails to get its meat as tender as they do.

The Pilau rice was perfectly flavoured and alongwith the light and beautifully prepared GarlicNaan bread they made perfect companions towhat was a superbly delicious course. I see myselfas a bit of curry nerd, it is my favourite meal and Ihave eaten in Indian restaurants all over thiscountry and the UK where it is the biggest sellingfood and this was up there with the best I haveever tasted.

I chatted to the two couples next to us to comparethe experience and was met with nothing butglowing accounts of what they had just eaten and

how they would be back for the Shammi Kebab’sSamosa’s, Tikka Masala and especially the PrawnMasala. This was only preaching to the converted,every comment just mirroring our own experience,so thank you to Mr & Mrs Murphy and Walsh ofRathfarnham for allowing me to interrupt yourprecious night out.

I could only really find room after such a superbfirst two courses for the selection of ice creams butthere were other choices if you have theinclination, then finished with the coffee and yetmore conversation. They do, of course, have theirA La Carte menu available from 5pm to 11pm 7evenings a week and a Sunday lunch 4 coursefamily special.

From the fun and bubbly Shoma to the superblyefficient Iqbal, Rajib and Nasrin Parvin I must thankthem for their great service and lovelyconversation. Thanks to them I now have a newfavourite Indian restaurant (or should that beBangladeshi, that’s what the BD stands for just incase you were wondering).

I could go on about how this Bangladeshi familyrun restaurant is a real gem that you should try butI won’t because I know that you really don’t havean excuse not to, you can’t say it’s too expensive,it’s not far from where you live, they even let youtake away or deliver locally so you have been told,BD Spice, even Eve could not resist this little spicypiece of Eden.

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Highlighting - The Ballinteer Male Voice Choirby Ollie Fenton

The Ballinteer Male Voice Choir (BMVC) hostedthe 2nd Ballinteer International Male VoiceChoir Festival on Friday 14th and Saturday 15thMay 2010. The choir was joined at the festivalby the Baldonnell Male Voice Choir, the DublinWelsh Male Voice Choir and our special guestsEntresol - Choeur d’Hommes du Dauphine -France.

On Friday May 14 Entresol arrived at Dublin Airportand were escorted to the Mansion House wherethey were received and were welcomed by theLord Mayor Emer Costello. Together with BallinteerMale Voice Choir they entertained the Lord Mayorwith several songs from their repertoire.

BMVC also presented the Lord Mayor with a copyof their first CD which they launched during theFestival. The Lord Mayor in turn presented eachchoir with a memento of their visit.

The Festival itself was a resounding success. The 4choirs sang to a capacity audience in the Church ofSt. John the Evangelist, Ballinteer Avenue. TheGrand Finale saw the 4 choirs (approximately 120male voice choristers) perform 3 songs which theyhad rehearsed separately for many weeks. One ofthese songs was “Ireland’s Call” composed by PhilCoulter and arranged for Male Voices by MusicalDirector of BMVC Ray Ryan.

Phil Coulter was present for this premier renditionof his masterpiece and he was extremely impressedby the quality of the whole performance. He wasalso presented with a copy of the CD which waslaunched during the weekend by Ballinteer MaleVoice Choir.

The Gala evening was well received by everybodypresent and the choirs received a standing ovationon completion of the performance.

If you enjoy singing and would be interested injoining our choir please visit our websitewww.bmvc.ie

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ABOUT MOVIES

Movies @ Dundrum

THE KARATE KIDIn Columbia Pictures' The Karate Kid, 12-year-old Dre Parker (Jaden Smith) could'vebeen the most popular kid in Detroit, buthis mother's (Taraji P. Henson) latest careermove has landed him in China. Dreimmediately falls for his classmate Mei Ying- and the feeling is mutual - but culturaldifferences make such a friendshipimpossible. Even worse, Dre's feelings make

an enemy of the class bully, Cheng. In the land of kung fu,Dre knows only a little karate, and Cheng puts "the karatekid" on the floor with ease. With no friends in a strange land,Dre has nowhere to turn but maintenance man Mr. Han(Jackie Chan), who is secretly a master of kung fu. As Hanteaches Dre that kung fu is not about punches and parries,but maturity and calm, Dre realizes that facing down thebullies will be the fight of his life.

Genres: DramaRunning Time: 139 minsRelease Date: 30th July 2010IFCO Cert: 12ADistributor: Sony Pictures

THE A TEAM"The A-Team" follows the daring exploits ofa colorful team of former Special Forcessoldiers who were set up for a crime theydid not commit. Going "rogue," they utilizetheir unique talents to try and clear theirnames and find the true culprit.

Genres: ActionRunning Time: 118 minsRelease Date: 28th July 2010IFCO Cert: 12ADistributor: 20th Century Fox

MARMADUKEFor Phil and Debbie Winslow, moving theirfamily from Kansas to the O.C. is a big deal.For their enormous Great Dane"Marmaduke," however, the move means awhole new way of life. It's chaos at homeand awkward at work as the Winslowsstruggle to control their angsty teenagecanine.

Genres: FamilyRunning Time: 87 minsRelease Date: 18th August 2010IFCO Cert: UDistributor: 20th Century Fox

CATS AND DOGS REVENGE OF KITTY GALORE 3DIn the age-old battle between cats and dogs, one crazedfeline has taken things a paw too far. Kitty Galore, formerly anagent for cat spy organization MEOWS, has gone rogue and

hatched a diabolical plan to not only bringher canine enemies to heel, but take downher former kitty comrades and make theworld

her scratching post. Faced with thisunprecedented threat, cats and dogs will beforced to join forces for the first time inhistory in an unlikely alliance to savethemselves -- and their humans. It's time forthe fur to fly.

Genres: FamilyRelease Date: 4th August 2010IFCO Cert: UDistributor: Warner Brothers

GROWN UPS"Grown Ups" is about five men who werebest friends when they were young kids andnow are getting together for the Fourth ofJuly weekend to meet each others' familiesfor the first time. Picking up where they leftoff, they discover why growing olderdoesn't mean growing up.

Genres: ComedyRunning Time: 102 minsRelease Date: 27th August 2010IFCO Cert: 12ADistributor: Sony Pictures

STEP UP 3DNew York's intense street dancingunderground comes alive in eye-poppingDigital 3D as a tight-knit group of streetdancers team up with Moose and findthemselves pitted against the world's besthip-hop dancers in a high-stakes showdownthat will change their lives forever.

Genres: DramaRelease Date: 6th August 2010IFCO Cert: 12ADistributor: Touchstone Pictures

KNIGHT AND DAYA wholesome, Midwestern womanaccidentally gets involved with aninternational super spy and is forced to fleethe country with him while he protects adangerous new piece of technology.

Genres: ComedyRunning Time: 108 minsRelease Date: 6th August 2010IFCO Cert: 12ADistributor: 20th Century Fox

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Confessions of an Irish PublicanDate: Thurs 26th - Sat 28th August, 8pmPrice: €20/€18 Thurs all tickets €15 (Meal Deal available)

Des Keogh returns with a comedybased on the work of one ofIreland’s best known storytellers,John B. Keane’s Confessions of anIrish Publican in which the lives ofthe inhabitants of Knockanee arebrilliantly evoked by Kerry publican,Martin MacMeer – proprietor ofJourney’s End pub. Havingpremiered off-Broadway at NewYork’s Irish Rep Theatre, this

hilarious one-man show sees the inimitable Des Keogh switch fromcharacter to character as he brings the Confessions to life. Come toJourney’s End to meet MacMeer, the parish priest, the ReverendMother, feisty Dublin woman Grace and many more…

Andy IrvineDate: Saturday 4th Sept, 8pmPrice: €20/€18 (Meal Deal available)

We are delighted to welcomelegendary Irish singer/songwriterAndy Irvine to the Mill stage. Andywill impress with his repertoire ofIrish traditional songs anddexterous Balkan dance tunes.Having travelled the world withPlanxty, and more recently Mozaik,Andy continues to pursue newcombinations and styles of music.

Treading the Boards-Showstoppers form BroadwayDate: Saturday 4th Sept, 8.15pmPrice: €10The performance will be a collection of numbers from some of theall time much loved musicals as Les Miserables, Miss Saigon,Chicago, My Fair Lady, Rent, and Little Shop of Horros. There will bea selection of solo's, duets and of course some large group numbers!

Mountains to the Sea DLR Book Festival ReadingDate: Tues 7th & Fri 10th Sept, 10.30amPrice: Free EventPlease note that while these events are scheduled for mid-morningduring term-time, they are not intended exclusively for schoolsclasses. Teachers wishing to book classes and individuals shouldregister with the festival at [email protected]

The MatchmakerDate: Thurs 8th - Sat 11th Sept, 8pmPrice: €17/€15This new adaptation of a classic John B. Keane play has already hadsuccessful runs off Broadway and at the Edinburch festival. Set in therural west of Ireland of the 1950s, the play follows the efforts ofKerryman Dicky Mick ‘Dicky’ O'Connor as he corresponds with avariety of lonely rural males and females eager to find a mate.Creating more than twenty characters between them, Mick Lally &Mary McEvoy have won plaudits as much for bringing out the witin Keane's prose as they have for their sheer stamina and range.

‘BIKINI’ JugendtheaterDate: Wed 15th & Thurs 16th SeptTime: 10.30am Wed 10.30am & 12.30pm ThursPrice: €3 Bookings through the Goethe-InstitutOrganised by Goethe-Institut, Irland Performed in German, suitablefor Transition Year 5th and 6th Year (15 – 18 years) Wanting to bespecial, one of a kind, irresistible: BIKINI tells the tale of a teenager’severyday struggle for survival. Of rivalry, friendship and betrayal –crazy, quick and funny. BIKINI gazes into the bitter sweet world ofthree young girls trying to discover their true selves: It’s aboutfriendship and the desire to be unique and irresistible. Performed byYoung Actors Bremen.

Life Shop Till You Drop!Date: Fri 17th & Sat 18th Sept, 8pmPrice: €17/€15

Ailish, our Recruitment Consultantheroine is out to get her dreamman, dream job and dream life, byliterally following the mantra's ofself-help gurus. A cautionary tale,or more likely a wickedly fun spoofon our love of going life-shopping.‘Quite simply superb!

Frank McNamara & FamilyDate: Sunday 19th Sept, 8pmPrice: €20Well known for his work on The Late Late Show, Frank McNamarais joined by his four children on stage as he embarks on his first everIrish tour. Featuring music and song, ranging from light classical,Irish and contemporary, this show will appeal to a wide audience ofall ages. Frank will performmany of his favourites from his top-sellingalbums, as well as some new compositions and arrangements ofpopular classics.

Psycho SpaghettiDate: Thurs 23rd Sept, 11.20am & 2pmPrice: €10 (teachers free)

Ger Carey’s “Psycho Spaghetti” is abrilliant comedy written specificallyfor teenagers. This hilarious one-man show attempts to answer theage-old question: Just what is goingon inside the teenage brain? Theshow is 100 minutes of laugh-out-loud comedy aimed at gettingteenagers to laugh at themselvesand view themselves as part of a

Giddy Studios(mixed 6 to 12 years)

Giddy Studios is a gorgeous 2,000 square feet potterypainting studio located across from Marley Park inRathfarnham, Dublin 16.

Pottery painting is the perfect creative way for bothadults and children to spend time together. They takecare of everyone - family groups, teens, languageschool groups, adult groups, hen parties and corporategroups (you can also bring along your own wine).

Only 3 dates left:Summer Camp Four: 10th, 11th, 12th augustSummer Camp Five: 17th, 18th, 19th augustSummer Camp Six: 24th, 25th, 26th augustEach Camp runs for 3 days per week (Tuesday toThursday) from 11am to 1.30pm. A 3 day pass is €89(discount for family bookings: €5 per person)

For more information on school tours, birthdayparties, adult events, personalised vouchers orclay family portraits {les smotess} contact theGiddy team on 4240440. www.giddystudios.com

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Music on the Move!Churchtown School of Music recently held their End-Of-Year Recitals in Marlay House on a glorious sunny Sundayafternoon.

As is the ethos of the school all students are invited to play,either as a solo performer or in an ensemble group. Parents,friends and the local community turned out in force andwandered around the beautiful period house listening to thestrains of various instruments coming out of every room. It wasa truly magical day.

The MOVE!

Churchtown School of Music continues to go from strength tostrength since it first opened it’s doors in 2005. Students nownumber 600 with 38 fully qualified and experienced teacherswhich makes it one of the largest music schools in the city.

Tuition is offered on all classical and popular instruments aswell as Theory. More and more students in Ireland arechoosing to do Music as a Junior and Leaving Cert subject andthis can be done once a week in CSM if you can’t fit it intoyour choices at your own school.

This increase in numbers necessitates a move to biggerpremises so September will see CSM move to The VillageCentre, Dundrum. This area has come alive again in recentmonths and CSM will no doubt add to the spirit ofregeneration. Soundproofing work will be carried out during

the summer and everyone is looking forward to an excitingnew school on Monday 6th September.

Enrolment is taking place at the moment so if you want tobe sure of a place in September please contact Ann Maybinat [email protected] or 087 2471208.

Mini Music Launch!FREE CLASSES FOR BABIES AND TODDLERS.

Mini Music is launching it’s new curriculum on Saturday 28thAugust in The Music School, The Village Centre, Dundrum.There will be free classes throughout the day. There are 5different age groups from 3months-5 yrs so booking is essential.

Please call Ann on 0872471208 or [email protected] to book a place for youand your child.

This very succesful curriculum has been making itself knownaround the city with classes every week in The NationalConcert Hall. Booking for these classes for September is nowopen at www.nch.ie and places go very fast. If you prefer tostay local you can take part in the same classes in Dundrum atCSM. Bookings taken through CSM. Mini Music also visitsprimary schools in the city centre on a weekly basis providingmusic classes to Junior and Senior Infant classes.

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AIRFIELD AUTUMN SEASON 2010 -PROGRAMMING IN PROGRESS

Culture Night at AirfieldFriday 24th September from 6pm-9pm

Airfield is opening late as part of Culture Night2010 - we are throwing our doors open andgiving you the opportunity to explore andadmission is completely free.

Activities include the launch of an excitingexhibition of new film works shot at Airfield bychildren from Belvedere Youth Club and artistKatie Lincoln; printing demos in our etchingstudio; a reading with the Airfield writers andspecial evening tours of the garden and farm.Check our website www.airfield.ie for furtherdetails closer to the event.

Young Farmers & Gardeners

‘Green Wellies’ and ‘Green Fingers’September 25th, October 30th, November 27th10am to midday€15 per session

Airfield’s clubs for young gardeners (11-14yrs) andyoung farmers (8-11yrs) are back at Airfield thisAutumn on the last Saturday of the month. Ouryoung gardeners will be growing flowers, fruit andvegetables from seed and our young farmers will

be helping Farner Eamon preparing housing forour animals for the winter months…and lots more.Wrap up warmly for the crisp Autumn morningsand don’t forget your wellies!

Airfield Book SwapLast Saturday of every month (August 28th,September 25th, October 30tht, November27th) 12-3pm

Swap your pre-loved books and discover a newliterary treasure. We are looking to develop goodquality fiction, poetry, gardening, cookery, craftand children’s sections. All welcome.

GIY (Grow it Yourself)Last Saturday of every month(August 28th, September 25th, October 30tht,November 27th) 3pm

Dundrum GIY at Airfield brings together peopleinterested in growing their own food, toexchange tips and produce and learn from eachother. Beginners and veterans welcome!

Wednesday Garden Tours at Airfield2pm each week

Ticket included in entry fee to the walk. Eachweek enjoy a short tour of the garden, a practicaldemonstration or a talk on a gardening topic.

Family Sundays

Family activities will be programmed across arange of Sundays this Autumn season when youcan enjoy a farming, gardening or art activitybetween 12.30 and 4pm. Check our website forregular updates.

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HALLOWE’EN AT AIRFIELD

‘Scarefield’ - Family Sundays3rd October; 17th October; 24th October12.30-4pm

Price included in entry fee to the walk.Season ticket holders come free.

We are creating a field of scarecrows at Airfieldand we are inviting you along to decorate themacross three Family Sundays in October. Bring oldclothes, accessories and your imagination! Everyweek the numbers will grow until we reach thegrand finale on Sunday October 31st- our bigHallowe’en celebration at Airfield.

Conkers BonkersSunday 10th October 12-4pmPrice included in entry fee to the walkSeason ticket holders come free

String up your conkers and get ready to gobonkers! There are all kinds of conker inspiredgames to enjoy and an ultimate championwaiting to be crowned!

Hallowe’en Family Fun DaySunday 31st October 12-4pmPrice included in entry fee to the walkSeason ticket holders come free

Come along to our annual Hallowe’en celebrationfor all the family, an unmissable day of fun andseasonal activities to celebrate the festival ofghosts and ghoulies. Make a miniature ghost,follow a special Hallowe’en trail, enjoy spookystorytelling and contribute to our exciting giantfield of scarecrows – bring along old clothes, hatsand accessories to help dress one for this specialHallowe’en fest.

bigger picture. The show is perfect for Transition Year students, LCA,Youth Reach and even grown-ups!

The Fighting Irish & Uncle SamDate: Thurs 23rd Sept, 8pmPrice: €17/€15'The Fighting Irish and Uncle Sam' is the story the Irish immigrant inthe US military and how emigration, desperation and rejectionturned to triumph, tolerance and acceptance. 'The Fighting Irish andUncle Sam' tells their story in words and in song. Historian andbroadcaster Myles Dungan and Matthew Gilsenan of the CelticTenors have selected some of the most stirring, affecting andhumorous songs associated with those narratives and present themin this highly entertaining performance.

Lorraine BaileyDate: Fri 24th - Sun 26th Sept, 8pmPrice: €16/€14It is now five years and three months since Lorraine Bailey's husbandRobert walked out, leaving her with two kids, a mother, and asuicidal cat. Robert ran away with Barbie, a step aerobic instructorfrom the local community centre. Resigned to a single life, Lorrainehopes her future will improve considerably when she meets Chitty,a single self made chip shop owner with plans for expansion.

Fine Girl You Are - A Tribute to the Clancys and TommyMackemDate: Thurs 30th Sept, 8pmPrice: €17/15“FINE GIRL, YE ARE!” is a fully costumed and staged tribute show,that traces the rambunctious story of the Clancys and TommyMackem from their early days in the paint shop of a car factory inCleveland to international fame and stardom. Narrated by RTE’sCathal McCabe and music performed by ‘The Kilkennys’ the showhas already toured extensively in Europe and the United States.Guaranteed to have you on your feet.

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If you die leaving behind a

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If you separate or divorce having previouslymade a will, the provisions of this will remainvalid until you make a new will.

If you die leaving a will your spouse has a legalright. This will vary. If you have no children yourspouse will be entitled to one half of your estate.If you have children, your spouse will be entitledto one third of your estate.

When someone dies having made a will, there isa process which follows which involves provingthat the will was valid. This is commonly referredto as taking out probate. If there is no will, thedeceased’s next of kin can apply to take out agrant of administration in relation to the estate?

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• You can set up a trust for any minor

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• You can appoint guardians for your

children.

• You can make gifts to charity or non

family members if you wish.

• You can make provision for a child or

relation with special needs.

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Please phone our office at 296 0666 today tomake an appointment.

by Brendan Dillon, Dillon Solicitors

Brendan Dillon


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Tarotscopes by MagsARIESThis is the time Aries, to reap the harvest you have sown. Lovefeatures strongly in the cards and the emphasis is on ameeting outdoors, where walking among the natures’ owngreenery, a candle burning in a rustic style window and aheartfelt happiness that lets you know that this is the one true,devoted love.

TAURUSYour confidence level is at an all-time high and you arefinally ready tomake that commitment to love. A new andunusual way to communicate with that special someone isunique to the two of you. Your travel chart is wide opennow and a hectic schedule ensues. Your earthiness is like amagnet to all you meet.

GEMINIYour prayers are in the process ofbeing answered. The clouds whichhave been infiltrating your judgementare dissipating and a warm sense ofpositive energy is beginning topermeate your life. Late it may be butthat cannot stop you from jetting offagain to a sunnier climate. This breakbrings clarity to a love situation.

CANCERThe lovers’ card forecasts an ambientoutcome to a puzzling dilemma. The initial “J” brings goodnews, but you must encourage a level of confidentially, lestyou should lose your credibility. The main focus now is on anew beginning phase in the love area. You begin your searchfor a house near castle ruins.

LEOAn emotional battle has been won and you are thewinner. Harbouring self-doubts can tend to keep a levelof negativity in the emotional area of your life. A warmand gentle lady helps you to access your psychic, orintuitive senses. Trusting your gut is so important at thistime. Someone who is depressed needs you to listen.

VIRGOCards urge you to say a big yes to a love question. Ajourney across the sea separates you from the one youlove. This temporary break is just what you need torejuvenate those tired batteries, thus enabling you to trulyappreciate the rebirth of relationship. Seeing the financialadvisor is the first step towards the house and land.

LIBRAA time now to sort out the paperwork regarding deeds of aproperty, especially if the flaw stems from the past.Unattached? Love arrives via your place of work: the clue isa white or silver vehicle. Include an older person in activities,especially if this involves a religious ceremony. A christeningand a wedding features strongly.

SCORPIOWow! That very special individual wearing a uniform isthe one for you, if you’re unattached that is. Lots of shortbreaks, both to the countryside and abroad brings outyour free spirit and as you two pursue outdoor activities,love bonds strengthen. Your opinion regarding familymatters is valued.

SAGITTARIUSNumber nine’s feature well in thisspread. This is the setting for thecompletions your wish to see occur inthree separate areas of your life. Yourintuition is quite high at the moment,so, trusting this is essential and youcannot make wrong decisions. Youhave much to give in relationship andthis is reciprocated.

AQUARIUSA blast from the past attempts to re-

enter your life. Remember it is you who call the shots andyour decision is final. Love and travel are well featured inthis spread. Do not think for one moment that you lose outon love by taking a job elsewhere. Your inner strengthinspires others. Who looks after you?

CAPRICORNYou may find yourself coming up against some blocksregarding a building project. Cards advise that you sorteach step by step and do not give up. There are manylove surprises in store for you over the next few weeks.You can now open your heart and allow love enter, thistime to stay and prove its worth.

PISCESThe free spirited Pisces is at a decision making crossroadsagain. If in doubt, do nothing until you are ready to acceptthe changes. A jealous streak in you may cause problems ifyou do not keep your irrational feelings in check. The overalloutcome to the projects you have set yourself are destinedto be winners.

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