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Welcome to my newsletter, where I share my latest discoveries and experiences in the world of music, art, books, podcasts, and products.

Each edition is carefully curated to showcase what I have come across during the preceding week.

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Great images, books, magazines, beer, and products. Thought-provoking articles and design.

Image of the week

EDC - Poker Fidget Toy

Metal fidget slider. When you push the cards apart, the magnets inside snap into each other, which gives you physical feedback. This process also produces a very crisp metallic click.

The click that this creates can be quite loud so if your using it in public it could be irritating to some, but if your trying to break a habit like smoking or vaping this kind of fidget toy could come in handy. It’s also small and easily carried in a pocket but it’s not flimsy and has some heft for an item this size.

Available on Amazon 

Music I’m listening to

The Dead Daisies

I’m reading

Frames Magazine

If you love good photography you will love frames magazine. And as the producers of this brilliant publication state “Excellent photography belongs on paper”

“Four times a year, FRAMES gives photographers of all genres and mediums a place for their art to be seen and voices to be heard. We believe in providing a community that inspires people to pick up a camera and let their creativity run wild.”

If you appreciate beautiful images, printed on quality paper stock this is the publication for you. It’s also reasonably priced at $14 a month including shipping.

For more details check out the site here 

I’m watching

The Gentleman's Wager

Basically an Ad for Johnnie Walker Blue Label Whiskey, but very entertaining and what a car!

Beer of the week is another Cider

Sxollie Golden Delicious Cider

Produced in the Western Cape of South Africa and pronounced Skollie, this deliciously crisp and refreshing cider is made with 100% Orchard Picked Apples and nothing else!

Ingredients

• 5 Fresh Pressed Golden Delicious Apples,

• Fermented,

• Lightly Carbonated

Check out the website at https://sxollie.com/ and sign up for a discount.

Coffee Time

If like me you like to brew a fresh pot of coffee as part of your daily routine, it's best to avoid pouring coffee grounds down the drain.

Coffee granules do not dissolve in water, making them problematic for drains. When coffee granules are disposed of down the kitchen sink, they tend to clump together and create obstructions that are difficult to wash away.

Over time, these clumps, along with other debris, can build up and lead to drain blockages.

Instead, put your coffee grounds in your food composter or in the bin

Get your coffee here

Health & Fitness

Walking to keep your heart healthy

The American Heart Association (AHA), states adults should try to get at least 150 minutes of moderate physical activity a week.

Although aiming for 150 minutes of physical activity might seem like a significant challenge, it can be accomplished by dedicating just 20 minutes a day to walking.

However, the unfortunate truth is that less than 25% of adults are able to fulfill the recommended level of physical activity. And, specific demographics, such as older adults, females, and those with lower income levels, face even greater difficulty in meeting this goal.

Going for a walk increases your heart rate so it can pump more oxygen and nutrients to your muscles. It also improves blood flow in your body, can lower blood pressure, and can make your heart stronger over time. Regular activity such as walking can help lower LDL or “bad” cholesterol and increase HDL or “good” cholesterol levels.

Regular physical activity can also reduce inflammation throughout your body and lower your risk of chronic diseases like diabetes, cancer, and coronary heart disease.

Walking, especially in nature, can help reduce stress levels.

Join the Adidas Adiclub here for discounts and benefits

Watches

Seiko Men's Analogue Automatic Watch

Seiko 5 Sports Orange & Stainless Steel

Personally, I love the Seiko 5 Sports range of watches, offering fantastic value for money and great looks they make for an ideal everyday timepiece.

Originally named for their 5 key attributes:

• automatic movement

• day-date display

• water resistance

• recessed crown

• durable case and bracelet

Seiko 5 Sports became famous for its colourful looks and steadfast reliability.

The Seiko 5 Sports collection spans five different themes: Sports, Suits, Specialist, Street, and Sense

Seiko 5 watches are widely available, but you will find excellent prices available on Amazon here