Issue 38, 2021

that's life

The magazine with heart

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Welcome!
One of the great tips in this week’s Brainwaves (Page 46) is something I was glad to be reminded of. Reader Fiona, from WA, suggests repeating the name of a person you’ve just met to help you remember it. Oh Fiona, I try, I really do, but sometimes,
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We Love You
Thank you so much that’s life! for my first prize from my favourite magazine. Winning $1000 from the Mega Monthly couldn’t have come at a better time. Michelle Faull, Greenway, ACT Noah, five, and Elijah, 11, were so excited it snowed that they
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88KG GONE I’m HALF the woman I WAS!
Claire Burt, 28, Timaru, NZ Sitting in the bathroom, I tried to stifle my tears as I dialled my mum Kate’s number. ‘Can you please come over, Mum?’ I asked, my voice shaking. At 170 kilos and a size 26, I wasn’t even able to go to the toilet by mys
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GROOMED FROM FOUR My stepdad stole MY INNOCENCE
Malika Elizabeth Reese, 50, Port Kembla, NSW Kissing me goodbye, my mum, Andree, picked up her suitcase. ‘Be a good girl,’ she said. ‘Listen to Peter.’ Peter and Mum had recently started dating. But my grandmother Olivia, who lived in Los Angeles,
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My Runny Nose Was CANCER
Steph Ogden, 19, Brisbane, Qld Waking in the middle of the night, I was covered in sweat. It was February this year, and I’d felt fine when I’d gone to bed after hanging out with some friends at their place. Now, though, my nose was runny and my th
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My fake BOYFRIEND
Kaitlin, 39, Kensington, Vic* I was the Bridget Jones of my family. My sisters were married with kids, but by my late 30s, I’d still not found the man of my dreams. And I dreaded family get-togethers. ‘When are you going to settle down, Kaitlin?’ a
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The Happiest Hedgehog!
The world’s happiest hedgehog, Herbee, has found fame on Instagram thanks to photos of his smiling face. Herbee’s 1.9 million loyal followers love pictures of him travelling the world and posing for adorable portraits, including with his best pal Aud
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Storm Ripped Our House In Two
Roxanne Bivolcheff, 47, Ferntree Gully, Vic As I washed the plates after dinner, the howling wind rattled the windows. ‘Mum, I’ve finished my schoolwork,’ my son Joope, nine, said. ‘Can we watch a movie?’ ‘Okay darl’, pick one,’ I smiled. The two o
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Pets Are Pawsome!
Molly, two, is the most perfect companion! We cherish every moment with her. Jemma Roche, Cranbourne East, Vic Georgie is looking dapper as usual. Karyn Vigus, Mordialloc, Vic Each week we bring you the cutest pets from Instagram! Hus
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Paying It FORWARD
Ailan Tran, Perth, WA Walking into the kitchen one day, I overheard a conversation between my mum, Mai, and dad, Khuyenh. I was only eight, but could tell it was serious. ‘We have a rice shortage,’ Mum said. ‘But I don’t get paid until next week,’
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BRAIN Waves
Hang a wrinkled shirt in the bathroom while taking a shower. The steam will help remove the creases. Bryony Gunn, Kiama, NSW Use a hand mixer as a quick way to shred chicken for salads, soups and sandwiches. Dean Boyd, Auckland, NZ Burnt yo
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Try A New Use For... Duct Tape
■ Keep a roll in your camping gear – perfect to patch a leaky tent. ■ Place a square over the ends of furniture legs to prevent scratches on polished floors. ■ To add grip to shoes, apply a layer of tape on the sole and score it with a pair of scisso
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This Week We’re Loving...
SERVES 6 PREP AND COOK: 1 HOUR, 25 MINS 1½ cups pecans, toasted2 Pink Lady apples (160g each)1 tblsp lemon juice25g butter, chopped ¾ cup caster sugar 6 eggs, separated 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 tsp mixed spice 1 tsp ground cinnamonIcing sugar mixtur
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Marvellous MINCE
SERVES 4 PREP AND COOK: 25 MINS 500g beef mince1 onion, finely chopped575g jar roasted garlic tomato pasta sauce400g can crushed tomatoes375g farfalle pasta1 cup fresh basil leaves, plus extra to serveShaved parmesan, to serve 1 Heat an oiled, la
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Get Creative With... CREAM CHEESE
MAKES 12 PREP AND COOK: 45 MINS 12 Choc Ripple Biscuits2½ x 250g blocks cream cheese, softened1¼ cups icing sugar mixture2 eggs½ cup Dark Choc Melts 1 Line a 12-hole muffin pan (⅓-cup capacity) with paper cases. 2 Place half the biscuits around
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30-YEAR HEARTBREAK Who KILLED our girl?
John Turner, 76, Perth, WA My heart burst with pride as I watched my two girls walking down the aisle. It was 1989. Claire, then 20, was marrying her fiancé, Michael, and Kerry, 16, was her bridesmaid. ‘They look beautiful,’ my wife Sue smiled. It
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Surprise! It’s Five
My son Jacob, then seven, dashed excitedly around the house. He was following a trail of clues my husband Josh, 38, and I had left for him. Now, he was in the bathroom looking at a note stuck on the mirror. Surprise! it read. Looking back at you is
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Let’s Talk Car Insurance
Every year I wonder if comprehensive insurance on our 20-year-old Mazda is worth the cost. Last year, I finally had cause to be grateful for the cover. On Christmas Eve, my mum Pat and I head to the supermarket before sunrise to shop for last-minut
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Hello Readers!
My name’s Sam and I’m an average Aussie mum determined to uncover every money-saving, budget-friendly tip I can. Each week, I’ll share them with you, so that your family – and mine – can get into the best financial shape of our lives! And if you ha
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Simple Swap
I know it’s a bit old fashioned, but I love sending cards. There’s something special about choosing a meaningful verse to suit the occasion and letting someone know you care. But, let’s face it, cards are expensive. The last birthday card I bought
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Get The Facts On FATTY LIVER DISEASE
Fatty liver disease affects between a quarter and half of all Australians. It’s the most common liver disease in the world, but how much do we actually know about it? ‘A healthy liver has tiny amounts of fat deposited within it’ explains liver trans
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HEALTH PLEDGE: THIS WEEK I’LL... Get Smart About Leftovers
If you’re thinking of saving tonight’s chilli con carne for another day, you may want to consider this first. Rice often contains spores of Bacillus cereus, which can develop into a nasty toxin if it’s left out at room temperature for more than two h
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Did You Know?
When it comes to how we prefer to eat our bananas, most of us fall in two camps – firm and slightly green, or ripe and tinged with black. Well it turns out they’re both good for you, but in different ways! Green bananas are lower in sugar and contain
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3 WAYS TO… Ditch Excess Salt
Get into the habit of checking labels to find out how much salt is in the food you buy. Remember, salt is listed as ‘sodium’ in the table of ingredients. Foods are considered low salt if they have less than 120mg of sodium per 100g. If you’re struggl
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ASK THE Doctor
Q I’ve been struggling with pain and stiffness in my hips and knees, which seems to be worse in the colder weather. It eases slightly during the day, but often I can barely walk first thing in the morning. My mother had rheumatoid arthritis and I am
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A Weighty Issue
Could sticking to a healthy weight help to protect against brain disease? Researchers at the University of South Australia have cautioned that harmful body fat may raise the risk of dementia and stroke. A new study discovered a potential link between
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Afraid To Ask?
Q My husband is 67, and for many years he has had to get up at night for a wee. Recently, it’s been happening more frequently – three or more times a night. Does he need to be checked out? A Yes. The most likely explanation is that he has a benign
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Have You Got A Question For Dr Dawn?
Send your questions to email: thatslife@aremedia.com.au HEALTH TIPS ARE FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY. THAT’S LIFE! ACCEPTS NO RESPONSIBILITY NOR ASSUMES ANY LIABILITY FOR DAMAGE OR INJURY TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY ARISING FROM ANY USE OF ANY PRODUCT
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Docs straightened MY BOY’S LEGS
Dannielle Ulph, 33, Kelso, NSW Watching my dad Laurence walking, I went over and hugged him. His right leg was at a 45-degree angle from his knee. ‘I hate being different,’ I said, looking at my own misshapen legs. Dad, then 43, and I had X-linked
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Xlh
• X-linked hypophosphatemia is a rare inherited disorder usually diagnosed in childhood. • Phosphate is abnormally processed in the kidneys, causing a loss of phosphate in urine, leading to soft, weak bones (rickets). • Early signs and symptoms may
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Nail It!
Using skin-soothing products that contain almond oil and ultra-nourishing lotions with panthenol, will help alleviate some of the dryness caused by frequent hand washing and sanitiser use. Cuticle oil is a must too – go for a formula containing hydra
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Use-by Date
They’re up to something,’ Anna told her cat. Shadow purred, rubbing against her legs. Anna swept him up and scratched behind his ears. ‘As far as my kids are concerned, Shadow, I’m past my use-by date.’ Anna paced up and down in her small kitchen. ‘A
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THE Warm FUZZIES
Taking to TikTok, Amy Shevlin shared an adorable video of her two-year-old daughter Riley playing with swans at a local lake. Riley was dressed head-to-toe in an adorable fluffy yellow duck onesie with two matching bows in her hair. ‘She is obsessed
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Spot the difference: PET IN A PUZZLE!
If you look at the two pictures, we’ve made a change to the second picture. When you have found the change, write the number of the quadrant in which the change occurs on the puzzle entry coupon on page 44 for your chance to win. ■
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The Evil Twins
Dianne Mansell, 57, Christchurch, NZ Who could that be? I wondered, as my front door opened. My neighbour Donna came in, walked down the hallway and glared at me as if she hated my guts. Then she left. What the hell? I thought. She’d been at my ho
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YOUR Stars
Open that dusty book or recommended website for office, kitchen or bedroom makeover tips – look for the ones offering a combination of healing and stylish designs. There is an end in sight to a relationship shuffle, Aries, so bring on the bubbly. LU
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Too Young For Botox!
Maybe stay in your own lane! You can’t choose what your friend spends her money on. Jesse Amber Sooo many woman have Botox and fillers these days, it’s crazy! Natalie Kaitabu I know plenty of woman who get Botox. Sometimes, self care is needed
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Dear That’s Life!
I was shocked recently to find out my best friend has regular Botox. She’s only 31 – a single mum to two sweet kids – and I think she’s gorgeous. It also seems a waste of money to me. She recently complained how the kids always need new shoes or clot

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