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Hi everyone, Welcome to the December issue and the end of an unpredictable year. I cant begin to tell you just how much Im looking forward to the Christmas break. With deadlines every month its not easy fi tting a holiday in, and in the past when I have managed to take a holiday my laptop has been an essential part of my luggage. By the time I get to the end of the year my grey matter is most certainly in need of a well deserved rest. Which is one reason why I dont publish in January, this is my time to catch and attempt to start the new year with a clean slate - at least thats the resolution I never quite manage to fulfi ll.

This is my favourite time of the year, I love Christmas. Even if we dont manage to get away for a few days, to be able to relax and enjoy all the festive activities as well as

catching up with family and friends, without giving work a second thought is my idea of heaven. Add to that Christmas pud, mulled wine, chocolate and silly party games and Im in my element!

I hope you all have a wonderful Christmas, eat, drink and be merry, Ill be ready with the hangover cures, local exercise classes and dieting options in the new year!

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6Its mid December and your newly-bought Christmas tree is standing naked in the corner of your living room. So its to the loft, garage or shed to dig out that battered old box of decorations.

If your box is anything like mine, youll probably fi nd a past-its-best fairy with drooping wings, some purple and silver baubles from the Millennium and two crushed crackers from last years Christmas lunch (couldnt bear to throw them away) tangled together with swathes of tinsel, garlands, non-functioning fairy lights and sprigs of plastic holly.

Most of my hoard is cheap, garish and ultimately disposable. But theres one very special part of the collection that I will never throw away. Its a treasured set of old-style, hand painted tree decorations, made out of wafer thin glass.

Vintage tree ornaments are an evocative sight for those of us who were children in the 1950s and 60s: each year when I unwrap my collection it takes me back to a time when Christmas seemed truly magical and exciting. Although I understand the reasons why hanging delicate glass baubles on the Christmas tree within grabbing distance of little hands - is no longer a good idea, its sad to think that such beautiful items are no longer readily available.

The tradition of making glass tree decorations dates back to 17th century Bohemia (the modern day Czech Republic) and Germany. Todays familiar ball shapes had their origins at a place called Lauscha in Germany, where legend has it they were fi rst created when glass blowers competed to see who could blow the largest sphere before the molten glass popped.

Those that survived were kept by the glassmakers wives, swirled

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with silver nitrate and sold at local markets as magic talismans, off ering protection and blessing during the holy season.

In 1848 a picture of the young Queen Victorias Christmas tree, hung with decorations brought from her husband Prince Alberts native Germany, was published in the Illustrated London News. This sparked a copycat craze throughout Europe and soon whole families in the town of Lauscha were employed to mass-produce decorations the menfolk blowing the glass and the women and children painting and fi nishing the ornaments.

Later that century, German immigrants brought the same passion for glass decorations to America. Thanks to entrepreneur Frank Woolworth - who bought millions for his popular chain stores - what began as a cottage industry in Lauscha became an international phenomenon.

By the mid-20th century new molding techniques had sped up mass production and reduced the cost of manufacture. In addition to the more conventional round and oval shapes, there were decorations shaped like musical instruments, stars, lanterns, mushrooms, snowfl akes, snowy cottages and little fi gures of Santa Claus. My favourite ones were the exotic birds with silky fi bre glass tails that clipped onto your tree and trembled like real birds every time the branches moved.

Nowadays most Christmas tree ornaments are made out of plastic, but if you do happen to fi nd a Lauschan treasure lurking at the bottom of your decorations box, take good care of it. Vintage tree ornaments are becoming highly collectable and you can fi nd sets on Ebay and other online auction sites for between 15 and 30.

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MowgliHello Everyone, Mowgli here. I hope all of you Hello Everyone, Mowgli here. I hope all of you are getting on alright. It is absolute chaos in are getting on alright. It is absolute chaos in our house! As well as expecting the baby very our house! As well as expecting the baby very soon Clive and Jane have madly decided to soon Clive and Jane have madly decided to move house. As if we didnt all have enough move house. As if we didnt all have enough to cope with! We are now moving any day so to cope with! We are now moving any day so there are boxes everywhere. I love all this as there are boxes everywhere. I love all this as boxes are one of my obsessions. I can honestly boxes are one of my obsessions. I can honestly say that I have helped with every box. I get say that I have helped with every box. I get in the box as soon as it is made and taped in the box as soon as it is made and taped

together, then I root about in whatever Jane together, then I root about in whatever Jane puts in the box (this did not seem popular puts in the box (this did not seem popular when it was the best china) and then I stand when it was the best china) and then I stand on the top of the box as it gets taped up. I on the top of the box as it gets taped up. I love the tape and sit on top of each box like a love the tape and sit on top of each box like a leopard in a tree and chew off the tape until leopard in a tree and chew off the tape until someone tells me off . Lastly, I then sit on the someone tells me off . Lastly, I then sit on the top of each box as Clive carries it to where top of each box as Clive carries it to where they are being stored. He grumbles a bit but I they are being stored. He grumbles a bit but I tell him it is good for his muscles. I tell you- all tell him it is good for his muscles. I tell you- all this packing is hard work!this packing is hard work!

Ebony of course is less happy about the Ebony of course is less happy about the boxes. I am sure you all remember how she boxes. I am sure you all remember how she feels about change. Even a new duvet cover feels about change. Even a new duvet cover stopped her getting on the bed for weeks. stopped her getting on the bed for weeks. Anyway, she is coping very well so far and we Anyway, she is coping very well so far and we have been promised great things from the have been promised great things from the new house. Apparently it will be warmer with new house. Apparently it will be warmer with no leaks and there will be more space to run no leaks and there will be more space to run about in, an old fashioned twisty staircase to about in, an old fashioned twisty staircase to play on, more windows to look out of and of play on, more windows to look out of and of course we will get a new cat run. I am a bit course we will get a new cat run. I am a bit concerned about missing the shrew family concerned about missing the shrew family that we watch during shrew TV in our current that we watch during shrew TV in our current garden but Clive reassures us there will be garden but Clive reassures us there will be some sort of creature to watch. Ebony and I some sort of creature to watch. Ebony and I

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are both waiting anxiously to see how those are both waiting anxiously to see how those silly goats get moved. They are so naughty. silly goats get moved. They are so naughty. Clive wants to walk them down the road to the Clive wants to walk them down the road to the new house. We overheard Jane getting a bit new house. We overheard Jane getting a bit cross and telling him he is mad. She wants to cross and telling him he is mad. She wants to put them in a horse box. Clive says he doesnt put them in a horse box. Clive says he doesnt know how on earth he will ever get them in the know how on earth he will ever get them in the horse box...... who knows what will happen...... horse box...... who knows what will happen...... we are planning a window seat for the whole we are planning a window seat for the whole adventure and will report back in due course!adventure and will report back in due course!

Other news of great importance is that Ebony Other news of great importance is that Ebony caught her fi rst creature this month. She has caught her fi rst creature this month. She has never caught anything but she very proudly never caught anything but she very proudly brought Clive in a little shrew. She got a lot brought Clive in a little shrew. She got a lot of attention for this and now thinks she is of attention for this and now thinks she is quite the hunter. I know the truth- I am the quite the hunter. I know the truth- I am the accomplished hunter of the house (in my 6 accomplished hunter of the house (in my 6 years I must have caught at least 10 creatures) years I must have caught at least 10 creatures) and I could tell that the shrew was not well and I could tell that the shrew was not well at all. In fact, it was barely alive. So Ebony at all. In fact, it was barely alive. So Ebony managed to catch a nearly dead shrew and managed to catch a nearly dead shrew and now she is an advanced hunter. So unfair!now she is an advanced hunter. So unfair!

Anyway, by the time you read this it will be Anyway, by the time you read this it will be just about time for Christmas so I hope you are just about time for Christmas so I hope you are all having fun helping put up the Christmas all having fun helping put up the Christmas tree, playing with all the baubles, the parcel tree, playing with all the baubles, the parcel wrappings and ribbons. Ebony and I just love wrappings and ribbons. Ebony and I just love helping put all that curly ribbon on the parcels. helping put all that curly ribbon on the parcels. Apparently we double the time needed Apparently we double the time needed to wrap presents but we are of course just to wrap presents but we are of course just helping. Im sure our folks would moan if we helping. Im sure our folks would moan if we stopped helping- who knows how they would stopped helping- who knows how they would get anything done without us?!get anything done without us?!

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Choose a themeRather than assembling any old cacophony of decorations, choosing a theme brings unity to the overall look. It should suit the style of your house and the way your family celebrates the festive season, whether laid-back and relaxed, sophisticated or formal. For some, that might mean a traditional, living r tree and a colour theme of red, green and gold. For others, a kitsch fake tree with uorescent ornaments; or perhaps a minimal, modern style with pure silver and glass. A Scandinavian theme would involve simple decorations in red and white, while a colourful, contemporary theme would be based around one or two bright colours.

Dress the treeStart by winding it with lights making sure theyre evenly distributed by occasionally switching them on and standing back for an overall impression. Use a small stepladder if necessary to reach the top. Next, drape your garlands, again aiming for evenness and an impression of generosity without overloading the tree. On small or slim trees, use slender garlands; on larger trees you can aff ord to go for heavier, fancier garlands. Last, hang your ornaments, with the largest rst, lling in around them with smaller ones. Dont hang all the ornaments on the tips of branches placing some nearer the trunk creates a sense of depth and interest.

Hang a wreath For some, the making of a family wreath using foraged leaves, owers, seeds, nuts and

fruit is a signi cant part of the holiday season; for others, creating a decorative wreath off ers the chance to experiment with exciting new materials, from tinsel to feathers, pearls to buttons. Alternatively, ready-made examples are available in any style imaginable, from classic to contemporary, heart-shaped or circular, small or large, utterly simple or lavish and complex. Whatever its style, a Christmas wreath always provides a wonderful sense of festive welcome.

Make some decorationsHome-made Christmas decorations can be as elaborate or simple as you wish, be they charmingly childish or ultra-sophisticated. Multi-coloured paper chains are the ultimate in family favourites, as are cutwork paper stars and clove-studded oranges. How about pom pom snowmen, peg-doll angels or glitter-covered pine cones? Or mini stocking shapes cut out of felt and ginger biscuits to hang from the tree? Its all great fun and will create happy memories for years to come.

Wrap your presentsTransform present-wrapping from a chore to a pleasure by taking a little extra time and trouble. When theyre piled under the tree they will look so much better if theyre colour-coordinated and criss-crossed with ribbons and bows. Inexpensive paper even brown paper or newsprint looks lovely if adorned with a home-made label, while sequins, feathers, glitter, stamped designs and wired

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beads can all provide additional allure. For a frivolous nishing touch add a tiny pine cone, iced biscuit or small bauble.

Sort out your cardsAn abundance of cards can soon appear to cover every available surface, so it pays to establish a system as soon as they start arriving. The most straightforward option is to clear a shelf or two, and arrange them close together, large at the back and small at the front, in neat rows. Smaller cards can be tucked around a mirror or picture frame. An alternative is to staple them to ribbons (weighted by a bauble or pine cone) to hang in rows from a mantelpiece or along the side of

Looking after your treeBuy a tree thats as fresh as possible; bright green and, ideally, displayed in water, out of direct sunlight. As soon as possible, cut half an inch off the bottom of the trunk, to help the tree absorb water. Trim away low-down or interior branches that you dont need. Put the tree in a stand that can hold plenty of water, and never let it run out. Try not to stand the tree in a sunny window or near a radiator. If you wish, you could add a couple of cups of corn syrup to the water to provide the tree with extra nourishment.

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Create displaysNothing says Christmas like poinsettias in pots, scented candles on the mantelpiece and ivy, holly and mistletoe draped over every available surface. Bowls of clementines or nuts are both ornamental as well as edible, while baubles or fairy lights (the latter placed near a handy socket) can also be bundled into a glass bowl or vase for a glittery eff ect. Nows the time to dig out that special table runner and your best crockery, glassware and cutlery for an eye-catching table display, nished off with a dish, tray or platter lled with greenery, candles and other festive decorations.


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Place the butter and sugar in a large bowl and cream together until pale and uff y. Gradually beat in the eggs. Sift together the our and spices then fold into the creamed mixture. Fold in the lemon zest, dried fruit, glace cherries and nuts and mix thoroughly.

Spoon the mixture into the prepared cake tin and smooth the surface. Use the back of a metal spoon to make a slight dip in the centre (this will help to give an even rise). Bake in the preheated oven for 3 - 3 hours or until rm to the touch and a skewer inserted into the centre of the cake comes out clean. Leave to cool in the tin.

When the cake is completely cold, use a sharp knife to cut it into 9 smaller square cakes. Brush the sides of each cake with a little apricot jam. Divide the marzipan into 9 pieces. Dust a surface lightly with icing sugar and roll each piece out to a strip long enough to go around each cake. Wrap the strips around the cakes pinching the ends together to seal. Top each cake with a selection of cherries, nuts and apricots. Tie a ribbon around each cake if liked.

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RYE MARKETEvery Thursday at the Cattle Market Car Park. Early till around 3pm (depending on the weather)

RYE COUNTRY MARKETFormerly WI Market

Rye Community Centre, Conduit Hill.Every Friday 10am -11.30am

TENTERDEN COUNTRY MARKETEvery Friday 9.30am -11.30am

St Mildreds Church Hall, Church road.

WITTERSHAM MARKETEvery Tuesday Village Hall 9am. - 11am

Tel: 01797 270757

WYE - 07804 652156First and third Saturday of every month

on the Village Green in Wye. Tel: 07804 652156www.wyefarmersmarket.co.uk

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Events DecemberMonday 3 December ASHFORD MUSIC SOCIETY - CASTALIAN QUARTET

This young string quartet was formed in 2010 by multi-award winning graduates of the Royal Northern College of Music and the Royal Academy of Music. They are rapidly gaining a reputation at festivals and concert halls on the UK and abroad for their phenomenal impact on audiences. When they come to Ashford, they will play string quartets by Haydn, Beethoven and Mendelssohn Sponsored by the Countess of Munster Musical Trust.

Venue:The Norton Knarchbull School 7.30 p.m. Tickets: 12 (Adults) and 3 (Students)Contact: Brenda McCormack on 01233 622971 or Hilary Pittock on 01233 623700.

7th December Challock Farmers Market. At this market we will have the Drift Wood Duo performing a selection of Country and Blues music. Enquiries to 01233 740 979

Friday 21st Dec Elham Valley & Wye Lions Club Christmas Float Wye - Sat 22nd We look forward to seeing you.

Brabourne & Smeeth Horticultural Society. We meet on the last Friday of the month at Brabourne & Smeeth Village Hall, 7.15 for 7.30pm. Visitors and new members will be made very welcome. (No meeting in December). For further info contact Wendy Sanders on 01303 813451.

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December 1stThe Friends of Brabourne Church

Annual Christmas FairBrabourne & Smeeth village hall 11.00 -

3.00. A great variety of Christmas gifts to buy also Homemade Produce Stall, Plants and Christmas Garlands, delicious lunches serving hot soup,sausage rolls, mince pies

etc. Entry 1 to include a drink.

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Kids Corner

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Railway ComplaintThe following is an actual exchange of correspondence between a customer and the Irish Railway Company.

Gentlemen,I have been riding your trains daily for the last two years, and the service on your line seems to be getting worse every day. I am tired of standing in the aisle all the time on a 14-mile trip. I think the transportation system is worse than that enjoyed by people 2,000 years ago.Yours truly, Patrick Finnegan

Dear Mr. Finnegan,We received your letter with reference to the shortcomings of our service and believe you are somewhat confused in your history. The only mode of transportation 2,000 years ago was by foot.Sincerely, Irish Railway Company

Gentlemen,I am in receipt of your letter, and I think you are the ones who are confused in your history. If you will refer to the Bible and the Book of David, 9th Chapter, you will fi nd that Balaam rode to town on his ass. That.... Gentlemen, is something I have not been able to do on your train in the last two years!Yours truly, Patrick Finnegan.

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The second method is full plans. With this method you will need to submit drawings and details. These drawings are not the same as the planning drawings and are a new set.

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This process normally takes 5 weeks but, with your approval, the process can be extended to 8 weeks. If you are granted approval you will be issued with a notice and as with the building notice the work will be checked on site at certain stages.

BuildingOnce the necessary approvals have been gained works on site can be considered. For most domestic projects a competent builder can develop a scheme from the building regulation drawings negating the need for another set of drawings called working or construction drawings.

If this method is used the builder must check all dimension and levels prior to carrying out any work and report any discrepancies.

This is a simple overview of the process of gaining permission to build and the key to any project is that if you are in doubt check and do not proceed at risk.

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Doctors SurgeryWillesborough 01233 621626Wye 0844 387 8419

Veterinary SurgeonsBarrow Hill Vets 01233 624687Montgomery Vets 01303 813756

Parish Councils:Brabourne & Smeeth 01233 623902Boughton Aluph & Eastwell 01233 720392Brook 01233 750415Challock 01233 740351Hastingleigh 01233 750415Wye & Hinxhill 01227 700204Westwell 01233 623902 Ashford Borough Council 01233 637311www.ashford.gov.uk Ashford Gateway 0845 8 247 247info:ashfordgateway.co.ukwww.ashfordgateway.co.ukCitizens Advice Bureau 01233 626185

CPRE Kent 01233 714540Volunteer Centre 01233 647 422Age Concern 01233 620 635www.ageconcern.org.ukCARM E: [email protected]

Disclaimer: Every care is taken to ensure this directory is as accurate as possible but the publishers do not accept responsibility for any loss or damage resulting from errors or omissions.

Village Halls:

Boughton Lees 01233 623639Brook 01233 811730Challock 01233 740504Westwell 01233 712107Wye 07504 839 858

Macmillan Cancer Support www.forget-me-nots.co.ukParkinsons UK, Ashford BranchContact Robert Gurney 01233 666577Royal British Legion 01233 620 167St. John Ambulance Brigade 01233 611 414SE Kent Multiple Sclerosis Soc. 07767326138 email: [email protected]: Tenterden & DistrictMrs J Coombs 01580 763733Pregnancy Sickness SupportKent and Sussexwww.pregnancysicknesssupport.org.uk/Contact: Denise Cliff ord denisecliff [email protected]

Bus EnquiriesArriva Bus Enquiries 0844 800 44 11Stage Coach East Kent: 0871 200 22 33 (Timetable) or 08456 00 22 99 (Customer Services)National Train Enquiries: www.nationalrail.co.ukWealden Wheels: 01233 840000

Emergency 999Police Neighbhd TeamAshford & Tenterden 01622 690690Crimestoppers 0800 555 111

Out of Hours Doctor 0845 4349655William Harvey Hospital 01233 633331

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