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2 months ago | 
citizen.co.za | Mariclair Smit |Kathy Bosman
Bad Influence, Tamsin Winter, Penguin Random House, ISBN: 9781474979078AMELIA is a Bright – that’s her surname, but she’s also really bright and has a desire to pursue her talents and get far in life. In her cello playing, she is close to a prodigy, and she’s aiming to become vice-captain of the debate club. The problem is she’s a thirteen-year-old ginger with lots of freckles who is called ‘Maggot’ at school, laughed at and psychologically bullied by her peers on a constant basis.
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Dec 10, 2024 | 
citizen.co.za | Kathy Bosman
An over-50 Generation Xer sees life through a new lens: Kathy’s Window is where Kathy shares her thoughts on the world through a new lens. From growing up in the 70s and 80s to having three Generation-Z kids, and going through certain experiences in her life, she now sees the world in a different way. Ideas that were considered the norm in the 70s, 80s and 90s are now no longer socially relevant or acceptable.
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Nov 17, 2024 | 
citizen.co.za | By-laws coming |Mariclair Smit |Kathy Bosman
Our Cursed Love, Julie Abe, Pan Macmillan, ISBN: 9781035039975Please note: This review may contain spoilers. This enchanting book took me into Japanese culture interwoven with a fantasy world that was both light-hearted, delightful and high-stakes. If you enjoy a sweet romance with a strong fantasy element and a magical world – similar to Harry Potter with academies and universities hidden away from the ‘muggle’ world but unique in its own way – then this book will tick all your boxes.
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Nov 16, 2024 | 
citizen.co.za | By-laws coming |Kathy Bosman
An over-50 Generation Xer sees life through a new lens: Kathy’s Window is where Kathy shares her thoughts on the world through a new lens. From growing up in the 70s and 80s to having three Generation-Z kids, and going through certain experiences in her life, she now sees the world in a different way. Ideas that were considered the norm in the 70s, 80s and 90s are now no longer socially relevant or acceptable.
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Oct 9, 2024 | 
citizen.co.za | Kathy Bosman
FOR those Generation Alphas, Generation Zs or even Millenials, writing a letter isn’t an art that you have practised much, if at all. Maybe you wrote to a friend you met at a camp or a penpal exchange, but that was probably a rare occasion. For the older generations, writing a letter on decorative paper, sealing it in a matching envelope and sending it overseas, or maybe locally, was a real treat – as well as waiting for the reply.
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Aug 5, 2024 | 
citizen.co.za | Kathy Bosman
I DON’T know about you, but I’ve been hearing these two words quite a bit in the last few months: padel and pickleball. Several tennis courts have been converted into padel and pickleball courts in the Durban area. The sports are taking the city by storm and are currently two of the fastest-growing sports in the world. But, at first, I thought they might be the same sport. They’re not, though. I was curious to know how they differ. So, this is what I found out: 1.
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Aug 4, 2024 | 
citizen.co.za | Kathy Bosman
WHAT is dancing? According to Collins Unabridged Kindle Dictionary, to dance means ‘to move the feet and body rhythmically, especially in time to music’. Dancing is an art form and a way to express yourself. It’s also a performance art and, sometimes, a rigorous discipline. But what many people may not think about is that it is a great way to stay fit – physically and mentally. It can help slow ageing, build muscle and improve cardiovascular fitness, among other amazing benefits.
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Jul 27, 2024 | 
citizen.co.za | Kathy Bosman
WITH the rising costs of living, it’s becoming increasingly difficult for moms and dads to clothe their families. How do you make sure your family have all they need for home, school, work, outings and sports on a budget? As a mother of three young adults, and someone who has often been on a tight budget while my kids were growing up, I will share some of the things I have learnt that have helped me to save money while clothing my family. 1.
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Jul 7, 2024 | 
citizen.co.za | Kathy Bosman
WE are buying way too many clothes. In 2015, the documentary, The True Cost, stated that the world consumes around 80 billion new pieces of clothing every year, which is 400% more than the consumption 20 years ago. With the introduction of the fast fashion industry, people have access to new styles at affordable prices, meaning that consumers are buying clothes more frequently. This is causing many problems. What is fast fashion?
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Jun 28, 2024 | 
citizen.co.za | Kathy Bosman
THIS past weekend (June 22), a beloved father, husband and grandfather, and Kloof resident, Emil Lewis, was honoured at his memorial service which was put together by his sons and grandchildren. Lewis passed away on June 1 at the age of 83. Highway Mail visited his surviving wife, Eilleen Lewis, who shared about the ups and downs of his incredible story in building up his business, Fourway Fruiterers, which was a stalwart in the Highway community.
