Nearly forgot to mention that Issue 14 of The WHG is now in the wild. Some interesting and thought provoking stuff inside the magazine this time, including Donald McKinney's Political Spirits column, an interesting article on low-cost, low-impact housing, and an interview with Philip Carr-Gomm author of A Brief History of Nakedness (rrp £19.95 www.reaktionbooks.co.uk). In addition, there's some seasonal cooking ideas, courtesy of the Nick Nairn Cook School, as well as the Donalds' Book Reviews, and Barbara Meiklejohn-Free's advice on space clearing. Oh yeah, and some junior WHGers give us their thoughts on a few of the latest children's books. Exciting.

And the image over there to the left? That's a Keli Clark image, as will be released pretty soon as part of her latest range. Nice.

Ah, competitions are back online!

Just click the link in the left-hand menu and away you go (you have to be registered, but that's free). Go on, good luck.

Oh, and we've started adding some pictures back into the gallery. Just a few pics from the last couple of years. Nothing in particular...

Yesterday I wrote a post about my upcoming (and very last-minute – I only decided to do it YESTERDAY!!) 10-day 200+ mile run across Islay and Jura which I am starting on Monday 26th July. This is a very late addition to my Help For Heroes fund raising “portfolio” (you can track my progress here ) but I think it’s showing all the signs of becoming one of the most significant elements of my quest. I’m not sure what its significance is yet: but I am sure I will learn its meaning whilst I am actually running on Islay and Jura.

I didn’t know which picture to use for the post but as I was scrolling through my album, one made me smile – so I posted it (and I’ve used it again today because there seems to be some magic in it ;-) It was taken last summer in Donegal after rock-climbing at Malin Beg and swimming in the Atlantic. I was blissfully happy. I had just met the man with whom I was about to fall in love.

The WHG Magazine are delighted to welcome on board Bernie Rowen our new resident astrologer who will be filling us in on what is in store for the month ahead. Bernie is a tarot reader and astrologer and she holds other qualifications such as  Natural Medicine and counselling from Reiki to clinical hypnotherapy and holds a diploma in Adult Education from the University of Cape Town she is registered with Independent Professional Therapists International as well as Tarot Professionals and the Spiritual Workers Association. She will also be contributing a monthly Tarot feature as well as her astrology column, we hope you enjoy reading her words as much as we have.

I am not a cyclist – I am a runner who likes to run a long way.My partner is not a  cyclist either – he is a climber who likes to climb (a long way) and who humours me by floating along effortlessly beside me on my long runs while I am looking nothing like Paula Radcliffe at all. We are both training for an ultra-marathon in Northern Ireland in the middle of June – it’s 52 miles on our feet with a bit of a climb.That’s a long way. We got tired!

We thought that as we were tired we should take a holiday. And so I began fantasising about lying down for very long periods of time. And so my prtner (it’s definitely a man thing) began fantasising about some kind of action adventure (no matter how sensitive they appear when you meet them, there seems to be a hidden Bruce Willis in all of them). Hmmm..Lying down and action adventure :unlikely marriage, you may be thinking? Well, you’d be wrong! Our ideal holiday beckoned in the form of a pair of recumbent tricycles : a means of transport that would allow us to lie down for hours at a time while undertaking all sorts of action adventures.

We all make decisions about people – sometimes instantly – but do we ever stop to think about the implications? Personally, I’m not convinced we do. When people are introduced they are usually given an association:

‘Let me introduce you to Martyn, he is a Marketing Specialist’

But think about the implications if it was said:

‘Let me introduce you to Martyn – last month he won £50k on the lottery’

Which person would you be more interested in meeting? My point is that I think it is healthy to stop in your tracks every so often. First of all, look at yourself in the mirror. Ask yourself ‘How do people see me?’ Warts and all? With what and with whom are you associated? If you like the answer – brilliant – well done. If not, do something about it, because you have to live in your own skin.

We can never stop people being malicious, nasty, cruel or just downright jealous, but we can at least give people in life a chance. We all make mistakes and wish we could turn the clock back, but we can’t. Be aware of who you are and of your values – but do not judge anyone else, as they
are living their lives the best way they can.
Life has many twists and turns and it is a journey that we all need to go through, so let’s make it as enjoyable as possible. Look at your friends, work colleagues and family – decide who you want in your life and what qualities they bring. Then make sure that the people you have in
your life know that they are valued. So if you had to decide on a label for yourself, which would you be? Versace, Armani, Prada or would you just like to be a Levi’s person?
As for me – if I were to choose a label, I would like to be ‘Actress’!

My name is Louise Wightman and I am a Qualified Life and Career Coach. My website is www.consultancypersonnel.com which details the
services that I offer either on the telephone or face to face in person.

Ever read a feng shui book & got confused? Read another book & got even more confused?
This workshop is a comprehensive guide to applying Feng Shui to your home (or office), to help you achieve ambitions, improve health, relationships (and more!) in a clear and practical way. Feng Shui explores our interaction with our environment, the qualities of chi around us and the psychological, energetic and physical effects. Our environments affect us every day: how we feel, how we act, what we attract. It has often been said that our homes are metaphors for our lives - by changing what’s around us, we can change our lives. This workshop includes:

• Clarification of the different schools of Feng Shui
• Demystification of key concepts (chi/chi flow, layout, yin/yang, 5 elements, the Bagua)
• Feng Shui cures and solutions: when to use what, how and why
• Introduction to symbolism: beneficial (and detrimental) artwork
• Guide to a healthier home (EMFs, Microwave pulses, chemicals, Geopathic Stress)
• Clutter and Space Clearing
• Introduction to 9 Star Ki Astrology

This workshop is on Saturday 10th July 2010 (10:15am-5:30pm) and is led by Peter Auchinachie FSSA & Tanya Fox FSSA (Feng Shui Society Accredited Consultants) and the cost is £50 (£10 discount if booked with Artwork & Symbolism Workshop)
It is being held in Newington in Edinburgh for more information you can call  0131 667 8819 or if you'd like to book

As if that wasn't enough! You can also explore Artwork & Symbolism as an in-depth workshop exploring one of the most effective & inexpensive tools for enhancing your life (or your business) the very next day on Sunday July 11th 2010 (10.15am-5.00pm)

• What messages are been given to you by the pictures & ornaments around you?
• Is your artwork leading you towards your desires or away from them?
• It is often said that your environment is a metaphor for your life.
• Changing that metaphor can change your life.
• This workshop is a guide to making the metaphor reflect the life you want:
• Understand the effect of symbolism on the subconscious mind Find artwork and ornaments which enhance and support what you want Apply symbolism to the Feng Shui Bagua

The cost for this one is £40 more info on www.scottishfengshui.co.uk

An exciting journey through the healing power of sound, the beauty of colour, and the mystery of the labyrinth.

Join a circle of friends on this day of fun and relaxation, as we explore ways to balance the chakras, unlock the imagination, and connect with the strong drives inside you that are stimulated by the Inner Child.

•   Gain a grounding in the use of colour to empower your life.
•   Learn to build and use labyrinths at any time, or place, to contact your Higher Self in seconds and empower your goals.
•   Embark on a fantastic journey of healing with sound, using the harp.
•   Labyrinth walks, harp recitals, and full handouts included.

Drawing on Thorn’s 25 year study of labyrinths, and Annette’s crystal therapy and harp playing backgrounds, this day promises to help you unlock the potential in your own life. 

Come and journey with us to a magical place of transformation, and enjoy the wonderful world of colour, sound and the healing labyrinth!  It’s only the beginning...

with Annette Roberts and Thorn Steafel
www.labyrinthicon.com Bookings: Annette on 01334 654440