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Turning over a new leaf...
Once again it's that time of the year, the clocks went back and we gained one precious hour! Did you clutch onto the bed covers and enjoy some well deserved zzz's or did you rise and shine and say 'Hello beautiful world!'. There's no right or wrong answer. Just seizing the moment and doing what you think is right for you is the most important thing.
I really do love this time of the year with golden leaves tumbling from tree tops and the sweet smell of autumn lingering in the air. Pure bliss!
The changing season is symbolic, an end of a chapter that gives way to new and unwritten pages.
Change happens in our lives for so many reasons. Try and see it as a good thing and embrace it. Turning over a new leaf, is the perfect opportunity to let go of all that has happened in the past. The shift, as I call it, from one season to the next is a fantastic time to venture onto pastures new. The focus now is to channel your new energy into accomplishing those ideas and projects you have always wanted to do. Try it, turn over a new leaf, it's so liberating. Not only is it liberating, but it will allow you to have a sense of purpose and free you to be in a position to help others too. But to do this, you have to take care of yourself first because in truth no matter how much you may want to be of use, you can't pour from an empty cup.
Thank you so very much to all of you that came to my first Talk About Town Live debate show. The subject of 'Where do you call home?' continues, with many still writing to me with their thoughts. Without a shadow of a doubt everyone agrees that having friends and a good network of people around means home can be anywhere. And for sure, home is definitely where the heart is. See the photos.
Have a wonderful November!
Woman Of The Month: Johanna Rossi
The Riviera Woman continues with the feature 'Woman Of The Month'. This November, we introduce you to Johanna Rossi. Every month we have featured a different woman from all walks of life, nationality, profession... If you would like to nominate someone, let us know. Read more
PROMO: Team Surfing Workshops
Enhance your negotiating skills and discover your inner strengths through team surfing. Captain Denis Hernandez and his coaches have organised a one or two day workshops aboard his yacht Musherika. You will learn valuable tools involving collaborative tasks. See more
Upcoming Exhibition: Mohamed El-Sabaawi - The Artist
As artists, writers, poets and travellers have known for years, the experience of Italy–from otherworldly vistas to its living history–expands one’s perspective. Painter Mohamed El-Sabaawi moved from Washington, D.C. to Italy three years ago, leaving behind his work as a psychiatrist, to seek this broadening of vision and perception. More details
Anna Fill Interviews: At Home with Gulshan Antivalle
How did a lady of Indian origin, born in Kenya, Africa, end up living in Bordighera? At the recent Talk About Town event, with the subject being 'Where do you call home?' Gulshan remarked that although she felt 'at home' where she was, she has developed the need to return to her culture. The Riviera Woman speaks openly and candidly with Gulshan Antivalle to find out what inspires, moves and motivates her. Read more
Artist Of The Month: Linda McCluskey
Linda McCluskey is the inspirational artist from Massachusetts, USA. She now lives in Paris and spends some of her time in the little principality of Seborga, Italy. Linda has her own unique style and is truly living the dream. We feature 4 of our favourites. See more
Feature: Judy Churchill - Keeping Up Appearances
This autumn we’re going to tackle a new series of articles on Keeping Up Appearances. Does this ring a bell or a huge, howling, flashing blue siren? So, we’ll look at the whys and wherefores of this phenomenon and ask this month ask: Are you dealing with the bodywork...? Read more
**English Film: 'Far From the Madding Crowd' - On Saturday 21st November at 18.30 at Cinema Cristallo, Dolceacqua - Trailer**
Wellness: Anette Shine - Yoga Moves for Breast Cancer Prevention
Even though the month of October is dedicated to Breast Cancer Awareness, it is important that we take care of ourselves all year round. Yoga balances and regulates the endocrine system, and thus our hormones. Anette Shine demonstrates 5 Lymphantastic Yoga Moves. See more
Better Health: Colour Me Happy
As our lives become more complicated and busy, we seek new ways to de-stress and relax. Many choose, yoga or meditation where the benefits are effective. Recently studies have found that colouring is helping people to blow away those negative vibes, leaving you peaceful and rather happy. Read more
Feature: Julia Moore - Kissing the Coat-stand: A View from the Inside
The other day I mistook a plastic bag, which was flapping around on a fence, for a heron. Time for an eye-test, clearly. Modern eye-tests are no longer bits of cardboard covering one eye, with the optician in uncomfortable proximity, today we have the technology... Read more
Food and Recipes: Quick and easy Apple Cake
It's the season of apples and this cake is quick and easy and makes the perfect tea time treat or pudding with fresh hot custard.. See more
**The American Club of the Riviera: Traditional Thanksgiving Lunch Celebration in Monaco | Thursday 26th November. Full details**
Fashion: Cashmere - Pure and Luxurious
The perfect garment for those cooler days and evenings, cashmere. It's light, soft, luxurious and makes you feel like a million dollars. We take a look at this seasons cashmere must haves. See more
Network Britalia
Britalia - Welcome to the group that loves all things Italian. We organise monthly aperitivos, film nights, pizza nights, gourmet delights, walks, trips and a whole lot more... Join us
Monaco:
Our Monaco reporter, Celina Lafuente de Lavotha keeps us updated with the news from the Principality - from culture to entertainment. Enjoy!
For all that's happening in Monaco and where to go, where to eat, take a look at maBoum.
Horoscopes
You can now read your Horoscope every day. We recommend viewing this on your PC... So Read Yours Today
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