It's our second wedding anniversary tomorrow and I can't believe how the time has flown. It's been a very busy two years, what with moving house, starting up businesses, buying and selling a few cars and a few boughts of peculiar and unexpected illness thrown in for good measure!! So, we're treating ourselved to a bank holiday weekend full of nice things! Yesterday we had a half day spa at Nant Ddu Lodge. It's a beautiful place, just on the edge of the Brecon Beacons. You can swim in the pool and watch the snow falling at the same time. The food is great and there's plenty of it! We may even make it an annual event! Last night we had a family gathering to celebrate my mother in law's birthday with Chinese take-away and birthday cake!! Lovely!!! We may venture to the cinema today and tomorrow it's lunch at the fabulous Bunch of Grapes in Pontypirdd. It's a gastro pub situated behind B&Q and if you didn't know if was there, you'd never find it!!! We were taken there by some good friends and we've been itching for an excuse to go back! We also decided that this year we wouldn't do presents, just cards, but the cards have to be hand made. I've made mine today and my husband's been seeking moral support and creative advice at his big sister's house!!! I can't wait until tomorrow to swap cards. It's far more exciting that opening something bought from Tesco! Here's to more creative gifting and DIY cards!!! Happy Easter everyone!!!

Do you have a basic knowledge of Welsh? Do you fancy brushing up on old skills? What about joining Clwb Cloncan?!?

6 week course

Wk 1: Kick off / Bwrw Bant
Wk 2: Home & family / Cartref a'r Teulu
Wk 3: Work / Gwaith
Wk 4: TV & Cinema / Teledu a Sinema
Wk 5: Gwyliau / Holidays
Wk 6: Tea Party / Te Parti

Where: Edwardsville, Treharris, Merthyr Tydfil. CF46 5NG
Group: Between 6-8 people
When: Wed, 7.45pm - 9.15pm,
i) 14 Apr - 19 May
ii) 9 June - 14 July
iii) 1 Sept - 6 Oct

Cost: £38 (one off payment)

Reflexology induces the relaxation of muscles and releases any obstructions in the flow of energy. Any tightening of the muscles due to pain or pressure can be eased away. Reflexology encourages the release of the body’s natural hormones, such as endorphins and these can induce an analgesic effect, reducing the pain from....
e.g. sciatica, headaches, shoulder pain, aching knees etc. Reflexology also moves the body into a relaxed state where its natural healing abilities can work at optimal levels. Many studies have shown that after a few sessions, the timing and position of the pain and the intensity of the pain is reduced. Reflexology is not a typical massage and you may feel slight discomfort as imbalanced reflexes are touched. Some people find reflexology extremely relaxing, so don't worry if you fall asleep during the treatment! Treatment usually lasts for approximately one hour and a few treatments may be necessary, as the benefits of Reflexology build up gently and gradually. The number of treatments will depend on your individual requirements. As with some other complementary medicines, where the body is being assisted in healing itself, some reactions may occur. You may feel lethargic or emotional; develop a cold or a skin rash. These reactions are temporary and a sign that the body is going through the natural healing process, clearing out toxins and working towards its own balance. Some people may have an instant positive reaction, with an increased feeling of vitality and well-being. Reflexology is very relaxing and I offer it to people of all ages, from babies to the elderly. If you live in Merthyr Tydfil, Caerphilly, Pontypridd, Aberdare or even Cardiff, you can easily access my Therapy Room, in my home in Edwardsville. I am just a stone's throw from the A470 and easy to find. You can access my location map here.