July 2006 Newsletter
Editorial
God is in his heaven, and the month of July is
here, so it is time for the Galway Races again. July is also the
month many members and staff get their holidays off work, so hope
you all have a good time.
The clubhouse will be going on their summer
outing to Powerscourt house, hope you have a good time. The world
cup draws to a conclusion on the 9th of July. It is also the month
for us all to eat strawberries and cream, there goes that diet again.
Enjoy the summer
If anyone has any articles or comments they would
like to submit please e-mail them to us at: platinumclubhouse@eircom.net
Philip
Remarkably Well!
You are all looking remarkably well, no longer
suffering from seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and with a golden
tan and without any sign of burning or bites from insects or thorn
damage from the garden. The children are all well behaved and
not bored and playing happily with sand and sea and not really
looking for another swimsuit or snorkel or another bucket and
spade- that the other lovely child on the beach ‘acquired’ last
year!
Cheer up, you did get a chance to take out the sandals, loose
the tights, and try out your ‘Summer Bay’ dress that you didn’t
chance last year, because it really wasn’t as warm!
Well you do have to make the effort now before it passes you by
for another year – at least smile for the picnic photograph and
don’t feed the ants until later in the evening. Have a good July,
don’t get dehydrated, or too sunburned, or too tired from all
this activity!
Best Lydia
Socials in July
Saturday 8th Saturday Opening
Friday 21st SummerOuting [Powerscourt]
Friday 28th Employment Dinner
Championship Rules
Times they are a changing, are the lyrics of
a well-known song and they certainly apply to the world of Gaelic
football, going on the results of recent matches in the championship.
Tyrone, who reached the lofty heights of all Ireland glory in
September last, came crashing back to earth with a thud in the
first round of the Ulster championship on Sunday last. In a foul
ridden unforgettable encounter they lost heavily to arch rivals
Derry.
Tyrone failed to score at all in the first half and at full time
had registered just 5 points. Oh how the mighty have fallen. The
shocks continued in Leinster as Meath, once a formidable force
collapsed against Wexford. Continuing the trend, Kildare went
out to neighbouring county Offaly in a game that rose to no great
heights as a spectacle. The race for Sam continues, no doubt with
a shock or two along the way.
Pierce
The Protector Factor
Over the past two weeks we have experienced a
“Summer Climate.” It has been considerably hot and I believe as
“Irish” we automatically jump out in bathing suits and sunbathe.
We tend to forget about the damage “The Golden Ball” in the sky
can do to ones skin and health. When I refer to “the golden ball”,
it is ironic as The World Cup is also a topic surrounding a ball.
Whom ever ends up winner’s (Brazil of course) will be sure to
have a “golden ball”.
Back to sunbathing, no matter how dark or fair we are we must
use sunscreen. For example I myself would be dark and I wore factor
30, day 1 and day 2 and the next day I wore Factor 20 and so on
but nothing less than factor 7 at all times. On the other hand
my son is fair. I put factor 60 on him at all times.
When choosing Sunscreen nowadays we tend
to do so ourselves, but it is no harm and perhaps of long-term
benefit to ask a pharmacist or a shop assistant to help you select
the correct factor. You should be looking for a factor that will
protect you from the Ultraviolet rays and the Infrared rays (heat
rays). The ultraviolet rays are absorbed by the skin and may cause
sunburn and tanning. It is vital that we are protected from both
forms of rays. Enjoy the Sunshine! To all the secondary and primary
school teachers and pupils, have a lovely holiday.
Cathy
Kids Sniffing Glue
Two young lads sat together
They both knew each other well
Both boys heads as light as a feather
Only God knows their future to tell
For sniffing glue was their release
From this crazy uncertain life
If only they were in peace
And an end to their inner strife
Soon they were very, very high
If only I knew their problems in full
I asked myself what was their cry
And what made their lives so dull
Happy they felt in their high stage
But their reactions were so strange
For a short while feeling just great
A few kicks for a few pence change
How sad is this whole affair
A dilemma that would touch your heart
If only more people would care
Of this tragedy tearing their dreams apart
I had a very happy childhood
And never dream of this happening to me
To help these kids we really should
And give them a place in society.
Their youth is on their side
But they surely feel the pain
All they want to do is hide
From this crazy world gone insane
Poverty and lack of love
With many other ailments their fate
A secure world their dream of
And with concern, hope and prayer never too late
Patrick M
The World Cup
The World Cup is on in Germany at present. However
not everyone is interested in the world cup, so what do you look
at on TV if you are not interested in the world cup. For the ladies
there is always the Soaps, Coronation Street, Eastenders etc. However
with the current fine spell a nice walk in the country side would
pass away a few hours.
You could always go shopping in the White Water Shopping Centre,
but that would be like a hard days work on your poor wallet, or
your credit card. You could always go visit relatives you have not
seen for a while, but then again that might not be a good idea as
they could be watching the World Cup on TV too, so you may have
to make your own tea or coffee, and put up with a frosty reception.
You could always go on a clubhouse social, or even go to the pictures
for the night, or hire out a DVD.
If your husband or partner, is not interested
in the matches you could go out for a meal together. However the
best plan may be to look on the World Cup as a form of penance that
comes around every four years, so sit back like the rest of the
world and enjoy it. By the way, my tip for the World Cup is Brazil
to retain their title, with the best outsiders possibly being Mexico.
Philip
Hope you are enjoying the good weather and the
hot sun. Don’t forget to drink lots of fluid and soft drinks to
prevent dehydration. We are offering a wide range of salads in
our kitchen these days and all ideas and recipes are welcome for
the menu planning. Thanks to all members who attended and gave
a helping hand at the BBQ day which was a great success. Our plan
is to have picnics and out and about trips for the summer so all
are welcome. We have been kept going in the kitchen of late and
our attendance is good which is good for morale.
Recipe for White Soda Bread
Ingredients
450 g/ 1lb Odlums Cream Flour
1 teaspoon Bread Soda Good pinch of salt
1 Tablespoon Sugar
25g/1 oz Margarine
A little over 1/2 pint Buttermilk
Sieve flour, salt and soda into a bowl. Add sugar. Rub in the
margarine to resemble breadcrumbs, lifting mixture with fingertips
to introduce air to the dough. Add sufficient buttermilk and mix
to make a soft dough. Turn onto a lightly floured board and knead
a little. Turn the smooth side and shape into a round. Place the
dough on a floured tin. Cut a cross over the top. Bake in a pre-heated
oven, 400 Degrees F, 200 Degrees C, Gas 6 for 40-45 minutes. When
baked the underneath when “tapped” should have a hollow sound.
Cool on a wire tray. Cover with a tea towel to give a soft crust.
Handy Tips
At this time if you are out in the sun, do not
forget your sun cream, and a healthy dose of ice cream to keep
you cool.Cut your lawn’s every week & remove all dead heads from
flowers. watch out for green fly.
Announcements:
Get Well wishes to: All our members who
are unwell.
Birthday Wishes:
Jackie, Reg ,Ian, Breda, Aileen, Denis, Bernie, and Shane
Welcome to our new members:
Fidelma, Brian, Dennis
Disclaimer:
The views, opinions and beliefs expressed in this newsletter are not
necessarily those of Platinum Clubhouse.
Contributors: Cathy,
Paddy, Philip, Breda, Lydia, Pierce
Editorial team: Tom,
Breda, Philip, Chris
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