Author: Lesley Webb

With recent government advice and instruction regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19) to stay at home it’s important that we all take care of our physical and mental wellbeing. Despite the fact that we may be stuck indoors, physical activity is still one of the best ways of doing this. There’s plenty you can do at home to keep active – here are some ideas that can get you moving!

For exercises for adults, children or people with disabilities click HERE

For people who are living with a long-term health condition, or may be in their senior years click HERE

Yoga with Terry Bruce

I am currently running Yoga classes
Monday evenings 7:30-9pm. £9
Tuesday and Thursday mornings 8-9am £7.
Link to class booking page: https://shiatsuyogagirlbookingpage.as.me/

I’m also really excited to be offering a chair based yoga/mobility class free of charge.
This session is suitable for anyone with reduced mobility, poor balance, or just curious!
The movements will help to keep your body mobile, and the breathing and relaxation techniques we practice can be used any time to  help reduce stress and anxiety, and to improve a sense of peace and wellbeing.
All of the exercises are gentle, and you work according to your own ability.
To take part, you will need to download the zoom app, and then just follow this link to join the session! ☺️

https://zoom.us/j/92792354831

If you have any questions or concerns… please get in touch. I’m really happy to talk things through with you.
terry@shiatsuyoga.co.uk
01643 841217

Click here to see the mouthwatering menu from the Dunkery Beacon Country House for next Friday and Saturday (24th/25th) : Gourmet to Go

Orders can be placed from this Monday until midday on Thursday at the latest.  Book early to ensure your selection is available.

Email: info@dunkerybeaconaccommodation.co.uk
Tel: 01643 841241

Thanks to Sheila Cole for suggesting a more cheerful post from the poets of Wootton Courtenay.

Can the Timberscombe poets do any better????

Cheers for the NHS!

I stood on me driveway a-thumping me drum,
Tumpety! Tumpety! Rum-tum-tum,
Me ‘usband was there and a-ringing ‘is bell,
Tinkety! Tinkety! Raising hell!
I was belting a bucket with my wooden spoon,
Trying to make a spectacular tune,
The NHS we applauded with big hearty cheers,
And Wootton’s so wonderful volunteers!
We heard someone clapping. A welcome support,
But of shouting and cheering there was, frankly, nought!
So I gave one more thump and a hesitant cheer,
Me ‘usband ‘e said: ‘I’m goin’ in for a beer.’
We couldn’t go on ‘cos we felt all alone,
So instead of a cheer we gave a small groan,
Where were you all? Did we do it all right?
Or tell us, kind friends, did we get the wrong night?

Marian Ayres
Meadows

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There has been quite a response to Marian Ayres’ poem ‘Cheers for the NHS!’ yesterday.  This first poem comes from ‘The Rowdy End’: Around the Brockwell Junction And up New Road as well, At 8 o’clock last Thursday night We created ‘Merry Hell’. All were out upon their steps Making such a noise, We do not care, not one slight jot For quietness and poise. We went for it for all we’re worth With a variety of things, We wanted to say ‘Thank You’ And to send our noise on wings. There were claps and whoops and cheering And a hunting horn to boot, Saucepan lids and crashing pans, A shout, a song, a hoot. The didgeridoo gave low notes, The whistling woman gave high, Oh, we said our thank you’s loudly And sent them to the sky. So ‘Thank You’ to the carers, The doctors, nurses too, The refuse folk, the post people, This list names just a few. Our thanks to all the splendid folk, The Wootton Courtenay task force, The noble Andy and his team A job well done, of course! Next Thursday keep an ear out, Or two if you can spare, So you won’t miss our rumpus Giving THANKS for all who care! Then we received this response from ‘Central Village’: In response to your little ditty, Which we admit was rather witty, Yet so far from the truth… The centre of the village raised the roof. With the Old School bell ringing, Scaffold pipes a-dinging, Oil drums a-tapping, And so many hands a-clapping. It’s hard to think you didn’t hear, Perhaps you have a blocked ear? On Friday night it was more mellow, With Marcus playing on his cello Joining Bishop Brian’s doorstep band Playing ‘Ode to Joy’ by Beethoven’s hand. So let’s put this rumour to rest – The noise from Central was SIMPLY THE BEST! Our rousing applause was mighty fine To thank the workers on the front line. Not forgetting this ode from Ruth Walker: On Thursday nights as from week one, In Lower Town we’ve banged our drum, With spoons and pans And Tony’s large hands We’ve raised the roofs Cheering frontline troops. The NHS, the carers too, Delivery drivers and postmen two, Grocers, checkout and online staff, We’ve honoured them all from our door or our path. We’ve heard little here from the rest of the town, Despite our cheers since the big lockdown. So come on all, let’s give more welly, So we can hear each other from every dwelley!

NHS Mental health helplines – Anxiety, stress, depression
Whether you are concerned about yourself, a loved one or those who you are supporting in the community, there are helplines and support groups that can offer expert advice.  Click here to find out more.

Wednesday 24 April – Stress & anxiety management – Webinar one (of four) – Free but booking required. Distance Learning Course provided by Mind in Somerset/ SS&L

Thursday 23 April – Awareness of First Aid for Mental Health – Start of Level One Qualification –  Free but booking required Distance Learning Course provided by Mind in Somerset/ SS&L

Friday 1 May – E-Commerce Live Webinar – Free but booking required. Provided by Cosmic and Enhance Social Enterprise Network Somerset – Get your Social Enterprise or Community Shop Trading online.

 

Timberscombe Post Office now has a stock of fresh fruit and vegetables as well as its usual fresh eggs, bread, milk, cheese, etc.

 

Free webinar to help small businesses

Somerset West and Taunton Council are running a free webinar for to help small businesses and self-employed people learn quick and simple ways of selling online, new ways to generate income overnight and serve existing customers. The webinar will be followed by 3 further free workshops  on specific digital themes and subjects to help small businesses at this time.

The event is on the 23^rd April from 2.00-4.00 and people can register online at the following link.

ttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-to-sell-online-and-enhance-your-business-tickets-102258997414

Kind regards,

Beccy Brown

Localities Engagement Lead

Somerset West and Taunton Council

b.brown@somersetwestandtaunton.gov.uk

01984 600181

07900608275