by Glotime | Jun 20, 2016 | Featured, General, GloWellness
The famous bi-line ‘A dog is not just for Christmas’ has caught on big time across the Nation as more and more dogs and cats are found abandoned or worse by ruthless owners, who could not cope with the responsibility that comes with owning a furry friend.
It seems astonishing as we are a notoriously devoted nation of animal lovers, but statistics show this to be the case, and so we must heed its findings.
Dogs more than cats need more day to day care hands on attention, as the latter are definitely more independent and less of a issue if you want to go on holiday or are working away from home.
But if dogs are your preference, do not despair as more and more doggie day centres are springing up all over the country. A recent friend who was recently divorced has started a doggie day care in her own home in Enfield. She takes in several dogs every day while their owners are at work, and walks, loves and feeds them so that they don’t become lonely or feel abandoned. This has worked well for her as she can also work around school hours for her two sons as well as running a successful pet pamper centre, which has now developed over time. So you could investigate a similar set up in your area, and you will be surprised what you will find.
If you are thinking about owning a dog or cat and are mindful of its consequence, then check out the local vet and animal insurance options as veterinary bills can be expensive if you are not part of a scheme. But you can ensure you are covered from a little contribution each month, so put this in place at the outset of owning a pet.
Then if you have kids, do your research on the type of dog or cat that is child friendly, and make sure that your offspring are aware of the kindness needed to keep both them and the animals safe.
Prepare for the attention your pet will need and make all the necessary adjustments to your home to protect yourself and the animal. Similar to the measures required when readjusting your home for a young child.
Just a little tip for new dog and cat owners, get some well fitting covers for your soft furnishings, because it is distressing to see your favourite furniture destroyed by furry paws or claws. There are also some very good sprays around now as a deterrent, but making your own is also good as you know there are no dangerous ingredients for you and your family’s wellbeing.
Mix two of spoonfulls of Rosemary, Cinnamon and Lavender and allow to ferment overnight, then add one cup of Cider Vinegar and spray onto areas of furniture you want protected. Cats are the big offenders with their sharpening of claws, and so there are some very good claw sharpening products around, check them out on www.pet-supermarket.co.uk. You will find some great toys on there too for when you want to treat your animals.
Make sure you are au fait with training methods with litter trays, which you again have to keep locked away from young children, and ensure that your garden is secure if you have one, and all the appropriate measures are in place for a cat or dog area if you are going to restrict them from areas of the house or home.
Having given you all the procedures and cautions of owning a pet, it may surprise you to learn that the elderly tend to live longer if they own a furry friend.
So once you have taken heed of the realities of sharing your home with a cat or dog, and once these measures are in place, there is no reason on earth why you shouldn’t embark upon owning a pet and enjoy the joys and laughter it will bring to you and your family.
by Glotime | Jun 6, 2016 | Celebrity, Featured, Glo Arts & Entertainment
‘Someone must be hosting a massive ‘A’ List Party in the Sky’ I overheard someone say recently, and now that Mohammad has been the most recent Icon to vacate Planet Earth, I am beginning to believe it.
Beginning with Bowie and our very own Sylvia Anderson followed by Ronnie Corbett, Victoria Wood, Prince and now Mohammad, a legend in his own lifetime. We have to ask the question – what is going on that so many Superstars are leaving us this year.
Is there something about numbers or time zones that are beyond our comprehension? It always fascinates me for instance that so many legendary Rock Stars died at the age of 27, mainly because of the down side of fame and all its demons.
Names that are familiar to us like Jimmy Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Kurt Cobain, Jim Morrison and Amy Winehouse. Is there some conspiracy with the powers that be that are alluding us?
The same with Marilyn Monroe and Princess Diana, both hugely influential women whose beauty and sensuality were their ultimate demise – both being taken at the tender age of 36.
But back to Mohammad, and when someone of this global power passes, it brings us together in grief for a man who influenced young men and women throughout the world with his incredible powers of positive thinking and determination to succeed. He was one of the first public speakers for the people on the subject, long before it became part of our daily affirmation.
It has to be said that our co-founder and co-creator of Thunderbirds and so many incredible childrens programmes, contributed so much to young people’s childhoods, which is evident by the letters and emails Sylvia received over the past 50 years paying homage to her writing and creation of her characters. Many saying that her work transformed their childhood and made their lives worth living at times of despair when they were going through tough times.
We will probably never know in our lifetime why 2016 has been such a tough year in saying such big goodbyes, with the public outpouring of grief of such well known and loved icons whose fame has made a difference to so many lives.
But one thing for sure, it has continually brought us together as a nation and indeed universally and reminded us all that we are here for very short time in the grand scheme of things, and a few people have managed to accomplish their mission in making their mark on the Planet and to influence generations with their magic.
So as a general party pooper if I get an invitation to Planet Hollywood, and I don’t mean the food chain, I will turn it down for this year and put it on hold for another time – hopefully way into the future.
by Glotime | Jun 5, 2016 | Featured
Research shows that as a woman you are highly likely to experience hair loss or hair thinning – 60% of women in the UK will experience some level of hair growth disruption at some stage during their lives.
Hopefully you are not one of the 60% affected, however, if you are we would like to invite you to apply to participate in the UK’s largest hair loss product trial, which is being run under the direction of The National Hair Council.
You may also know of a friend or family member that is unfortunately experiencing hair loss or thinning. In which case, please tell them so that they may benefit from the opportunity to participate in this trial.
About the trial:
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The deadline for applications extended until 15th August 2016
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