November 20 Newsletter
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Idle minds | |
| November | A little of what you fancy does you good! Ideas from Bev to help us through any tricky days we may encounter over the next few weeks. Try not to be too hard on yourself. Some tips for those days when you're maybe not feeling your best. There's more information to help if you feel it's all getting a bit too much, from the Mental Health Foundation. |
| Really Wild Picture Quiz Spot the garden visitors in these pictures from the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust. | |
John Keats' 1820 ode is one of the great classics of the poetic movement of Romanticism. | |
Suggestions for some interesting reading The Art of Rest by Claudia Hammond (ISBN: 9781786892829) Much of value has been written about sleep, but rest is different; it is how we unwind, calm our minds and recharge our bodies. This practical and inspiring book unravels the transformative benefits of quality downtime and the secrets of how to unwind. Remember, Remember (The Fifth of November): The History of Britain in Bite-Sized Chunks by Judy Parkinson (ISBN: 9781843176565) Lively, exciting, full of great stories and humorous asides. This book looks at 150 key events, dates and people that have shaped in the story of Britain. | |
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Idle cooks | |
| November | Favourite recipes from some of our members Treat someone to a homemade present, or just indulge yourself, with these easy Christmas Bauble Truffles. Another chocolate treat, recommended by Lynda - Fruit Sweetened Brownies. And for those chilly evenings, try a satisfying Red Lentil, chickpea & chilli soup or a seasonal Spicy root & lentil casserole. |
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Idle hands | |
| November | Time to get ready for trimming up! Find inspiration for some unique Christmas decorations - take a look at Bev's wonderful Alternative Christmas Tree. |
| Here are lots of ideas for Christmas ornaments to crochet or to knit. And patterns for some wonderful Christmas stockings. | |
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Idle voices | |
| A favourite from our Sing for Fun group - sing along with Dean Martin! A little bit of positive thought to help us through these interesting times, a classic from Bob Marley and the Wailers - Three Little Birds | |
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Idle bodies | 18 Form Qi Gong |
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Idle archive | |
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