DYING can be a very expensive experience for those who are left to wind up an estate. This was explained by a member who gave a most interesting and informative talk about what is an inevitable occurrence. She had had the experience of performing this duty a number of times and knew all the problems that can arise. People were advised to keep all documents, including tax returns, even if you are not liable for tax, in a safe place known to the family.
Gift of the Givers is a worldwide Muslim organisation that provides relief for people in disaster areas and the toast was made to them. They certainly ‘give’ in the truest sense, without asking for any return.
A visit to India was related by a member who had recently been there and the main point was that you put your life in the hands of the bus driver when travelling, as they just go where they want to and this includes driving in the wrong lane against the oncoming traffic!
Lemon juice is, according to the Institute of Health Sciences, the panacea for all ills. Well, almost all. Tests have shown that taking lemon juice regularly can really benefit your health. Apparently, this fruit kills cancer cells without affecting healthy cells. It also lowers blood pressure and combats stress, among other things.
Apparently, the reason that this discovery has not been made known to people is that the big pharmaceutical companies don’t want to lose the huge profits they make from their products.
“I remember when” recalled the days when R1 would buy a loaf of bread and a litre of milk! Those were the days – or were they?
No time was available for the short quiz that had been planned, so that will take place at the next meeting at the Uvongo Library on Tuesday, April 15. Everyone is welcome. There will be free refreshments and there is no obligation to speak, just come along and listen. Contact Beryl Lakin at 039 3150464 for further information.
