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		<title>Golf Membership Specials</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you are thinking of picking up golf as a hobby or if you are already an avid golfer, golf membership specials are a great way of joining the golfing community at discounted and special rates. There are a number of golfing associations which offer special membership packages that come with a number of benefits. [...]<p><a href="http://www.slimfish.co.za/golf-membership-specials/">Golf Membership Specials</a> is an original post from: <a href="http://www.slimfish.co.za">The Slimfish Files</a></p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you are thinking of picking up golf as a hobby or if you are already an avid golfer, golf membership specials are a great way of joining the golfing community at discounted and special rates. There are a number of golfing associations which offer special membership packages that come with a number of benefits.</p>
<p>You can choose to become a member of a particular club in your area, but these yearly fees can be very expensive and won’t necessarily allow you to pay lowered affiliated visitors’ fees when you visit other golf courses.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3>What are the benefits of having a golf membership?</h3>
<ul>
<li>You will have affiliation with the South African Golf Association (SAGA).</li>
<li>Instead of the pricey non-affiliated visitor rates, you will be able to pay affiliated visitor rates when you visit different golf courses.</li>
<li>You will be entitled to an official handicap through SAGA.</li>
<li>After you have played a round, you will be able to phone your score to your home club or enter your score at a terminal in the clubhouse.</li>
<li>You will be able to access your recent score and your handicap on the internet.</li>
<li>You may be entitled to getting money off your next club subscription when you refer a friend.</li>
<li>You will get newsletters informing you of golf holidays and other special offers, as well as events you may be interested in attending.</li>
<li>You may also be entitled to other benefits such as free golf lessons or members-only competitions.</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3>How do I apply for golf membership specials?</h3>
<p>Applying for a gold membership with a special offer usually entails simply filling out an online application on the website of your chosen golf association, make the payment via electronic transfer or bank transfer and send the association the confirmation of payment. Your membership should be approved within 48 hours.</p>
<p>When choosing a golf club, be sure to research its benefits thoroughly and look for any hidden costs or fees. Find out what you will be getting for what you pay so that you can compare golf deals across the various golf clubs.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3>Which clubs offer special on golf memberships?</h3>
<ul>
<li>The <strong>Players Golf Club</strong> membership package is worth more than R2000 but the club is offering the full membership benefits for only R1499,00. Fees can be paid by credit card, cash or debit order. The company was established in 2000 by the Professional Golfers Association (PGA) with the primary objective of introducing new golfers to the game by providing them with all the benefits they need from a golf membership. The Players Golf Club can be found on 657 Piering Road in Rietvalleirand. You can also contact the club telephonically on 084 309 8803 or email on <em>neil@theplayersgolfclub.co.za</em><strong>. </strong></li>
<li><strong>The Golf Club </strong>aims to make golf more affordable by reducing membership fees but providing all the necessary benefits such as official gold handicaps, and SAGA affiliation. Golf membership will cost R995,00 per year and no joining fee is required. Membership is available for both men and women. <strong></strong></li>
<li><strong>The Golf connection. </strong>Membership from the Gold Connection starts at only R799 per year. You don’t have to join at a particular time in the year as your membership will be calculated based on the day you joined. The Golf Connection has members all around South Africa and provides an official SAGA handicap card as well as a host of other benefits making golf more affordable and accessible.</li>
<li>The membership fees for <strong>Country Golf Membership</strong> start at R699 for a year. The club is affiliated with a number of courses around the country, listed on the SAGA website. Membership offered is through the Kroonstad Country Club, but the club has members all over South Africa as well as abroad.</li>
</ul>
<p>Golf is one of the most expensive games in the world to play, but there are many clubs out there who try to make the game more affordable, and thus more accessible, to people around South Africa.</p>
<p>The following video clip is one of Tiger Woods&#8217; golf swing and may help those of you who are looking for tips on how to improve your teeing off technique.<br />
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<h3>Video: Tiger Woods Golf Swing:</h3>
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		<title>Dealing with Low Moods and Depression in Women</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Everyone gets down now and then, but constantly dealing with low moods and depression in women is not easy. If a woman is experiencing feelings of sadness, stress and frustration that are not passing or going away for two weeks or more, she may be dealing with clinical depression and may need to see a [...]<p><a href="http://www.slimfish.co.za/dealing-with-low-moods-and-depression-in-women/">Dealing with Low Moods and Depression in Women</a> is an original post from: <a href="http://www.slimfish.co.za">The Slimfish Files</a></p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Everyone gets down now and then, but constantly dealing with low moods and depression in women is not easy. If a woman is experiencing feelings of sadness, stress and frustration that are not passing or going away for two weeks or more, she may be dealing with clinical depression and may need to see a health professional.</p>
<p>It is normal to feel <em>“depressed”</em> feelings at times (if we are tired , something bas has happened, or if we have had a rough day), but actual depression is a more pervasive and extreme set of feelings that should not be ignored or brushed off lightly.</p>
<p>Gender is a risk factor for depression: Women are about twice as likely to experience and be treated for a serious illness of depression than men are. Where 12% of men will experience a serious depression at some time on their lives, about 20% to 25% of women will experience depression.</p>
<p><strong>There are a number of theories as to why this is the case:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Women may be more likely than men to seek treatment for depression, meaning they are more statistically represented. Men may be less willing to accept the emotional symptoms associated with depression and may feel too proud to seek treatment for their feelings.</li>
<li>Men may be more likely to suppress their emotional symptoms rather than acknowledge them and talk to someone about their feelings. They are more likely to use substances such as alcohol to suppress these feelings. In this way, the depression is masked under the guise of alcohol or drug dependency.</li>
<li>Men may experience different emotional symptoms of depression than women. Whereas women may feel helpless and hopeless, men may express their depression through anger and irritability. This means that the depression is more difficult to detect.</li>
<li>Particularly as many women merge family lives and careers these days, women may experience more stress than men and are thus more likely to become depressed due to all the responsibilities they take on.</li>
<li>Because women have frequent changes in hormone levels (during monthly menstrual cycles, during and after pregnancy, during menopause), they may be more prone to depression.</li>
<li>High rates of depression are noted in women who are separated, divorced or are in unhappy marriages.</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3>What are the symptoms of depression in women?</h3>
<p>Although each case is unique and every woman may experience a different set of feelings, there are some common symptoms to look out for when dealing with low moods and depression in women, divided into psychological, social and physical effects:</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3>Psychological symptoms</h3>
<ul>
<li>Thoughts about death and suicide</li>
<li>Feeling hopeless or helpless</li>
<li>Extreme mood variations</li>
<li>Persistent sadness</li>
<li>Anger, resentment, or irritability</li>
<li>Feelings of worthlessness</li>
<li>She may have difficulty concentrating</li>
<li>Feelings of guilt</li>
<li>Loss of self-esteem and confidence</li>
<li>She may inflict self harm</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3>Physical symptoms</h3>
<ul>
<li>Problems sleeping; she may have trouble falling asleep, wake up much earlier than usual, or both.<strong></strong></li>
<li>She may experience a loss of energy and overall tiredness and lethargy<strong></strong></li>
<li>A loss of appetite<strong></strong></li>
<li>Sexual problems and/or a loss of sex drive<strong></strong></li>
<li>She may feel physical aches and pains.<strong></strong></li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3>Social effects</h3>
<ul>
<li>Avoiding contact with other people, even with close friends and family<strong></strong></li>
<li>She may find it difficult to enjoy things that she would usually find interesting or pleasurable and show a lack of interest in events and activities. <strong></strong></li>
<li>Finding it difficult to function at school, home or work<strong></strong></li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>If you suspect that a woman in your life is suffering from depression, it is best to comfort her as much as you can and encourage her to seek treatment. Although you too may feel frustrated at her behavior it is important to remain empathetic and patient. Whatever you do, don’t assure her that nothing is wrong; it is important to confront the problem head-on with treatment to avoid the depression from worsening.</p>
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		<title>South Africa’s Foschini Group Stores</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2011 09:56:44 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Foschini Group is comprised of a number of retail stores throughout South Africa. In 1924, The Foschini Group started trading and was first listed on the JSE Limited since 1941. Today, it is one of the most prominent independent groups of chain stores in the country. To aid its success, Foschini offers merchandise targeted [...]<p><a href="http://www.slimfish.co.za/south-africas-foschini-group-stores/">South Africa&#8217;s Foschini Group Stores</a> is an original post from: <a href="http://www.slimfish.co.za">The Slimfish Files</a></p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Foschini Group is comprised of a number of retail stores throughout South Africa. In 1924, The Foschini Group started trading and was first listed on the JSE Limited since 1941. Today, it is one of the most prominent independent groups of chain stores in the country. To aid its success, Foschini offers merchandise targeted specifically at different target market groups in their respective stores.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3>What retail stores make up the Foschini Group?</h3>
<p>In the retail sector of The Foschini Group, various store sell items such as outdoor and sporting apparel and equipment, jewellery, clothing, accessories, cellular services and goods, and homeware. This merchandise is targeted at South Africa’s the broad middle-income group. The group operates as a credit retailer, with credit sales amounting to a turnover of about 62%.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>@home, branded as @home and @homelivingspace: @home offers a wide range of homeware and home decoration pieces for LSM group 8 to 10; and @homelivingspace offers additional homeware ranges, including both furniture and decor items.</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>Exact!: Exact! offers affordable and stylish clothing for both men and women in LSM groups 5 to 8. The clothes are selected to appeal to men and women from the age of 30 in particular. Exact! also stocks footwear and clthing for children of 3 to 12 years, amking ti the ideal store for the whole family.</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>The Foschini division, branded as Donna-Claire, Foschini, Fashion Express and Luella: Foschini offers fashionable and trendy womenswear, including clothing, cosmetic and footwear. The store is targeted to the 18 to 35 year old group in the Living Standard Measures (LSM) groups 6 to 10; Donna Claire is aimed at larger women, offering fashionable clothes for all ages within the LSM 6 to 10 category; for women in the LSM 5 to 9 groups, Fashion Express is a fashion value chain; and Luella is a chain store dedicated to shoes and accessories such as handbags at moderate prices.</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>Markham: Markham is the largest chain store stocking men’s fashion items in the southern hemisphere. The clothing is of good value and quality and ranges from casual to formal.</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>The sports division, branded as Duesouth, Sportscene, and Totalsports: Sportscene offers both fashion and sports products targeted at youthful customers in the LSM 6 to 1 category. The style of the clothing is urban, energised and street-smart; Total Sports is the premier sportswear chain in South Africa, stocking basic sports equipment as well as apparel and international brands; and Duesouth caters to the wildlife and outdoor enthusiast, offering a wide variety of products targeted at LSM categories 8 to 10.</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>The jewellery division, branded as Matrix, American Swiss, and Sterns. Sterns is known for its classic and contemporary jewellery design targeted at LSM 7 to 9 groups; American Swiss is the leading jeweller for trendy and fashionable customers that are targeted at the growing middle class; and the Matrix chain is generally aimed at younger customers, offering designer labels in sunglasses and cellphones.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>The Foschini Group also has a retail technology division managing cellphones and related products.</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>Other retail departments are The Foschini Group Design Centre and The Foschini Group Merchandise Procurement.</li>
</ul>
<h3></h3>
<h3>What financial services are offered by The Foschini Group?</h3>
<p>The Foschini Group Financial Services are largely in charge of managing the store account and credit card system offered by the company. This department also manages club magazines, insurance products and other financial service products.</p>
<p>An independent business dealing with consumer finance is the RCS Group, providing a wide range of financially-related services in Namibia, South Africa and Botswana. The two operating businesses that fall under the RCS Group are:<strong></strong></p>
<ul>
<li>The Fixed Term Finance unit that comprises of insurance products and personal loans.</li>
<li>The Transactional Finance unit that comprises of RCS Private Label Cards and RCS Cards.</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Child Modelling, Casting Agencies and Extra Work</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[As the visual entertainment scope of TV and advertising becomes larger and larger, there are more opportunities for child modelling, casting agencies and extra work in the industry. South Africa is producing more of its own advertising and television productions, meaning that child models, background “extras” and other casting roles are available for South African [...]<p><a href="http://www.slimfish.co.za/child-modelling-casting-agencies-and-extra-work/">Child Modelling, Casting Agencies and Extra Work</a> is an original post from: <a href="http://www.slimfish.co.za">The Slimfish Files</a></p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As the visual entertainment scope of TV and advertising becomes larger and larger, there are more opportunities for child modelling, casting agencies and <a title="Act as an Extra in Television Adverts or Programmes" href="http://www.slimfish.co.za/act-as-an-extra-in-television-adverts-or-programmes/">extra work in the industry</a>.</p>
<p>South Africa is producing more of its own advertising and television productions, meaning that child models, background <em>“extras”</em> and other casting roles are available for South African children. For modelling assignments, children are usually only required for half the day, whereas for television purposes the child may be on set for a full day.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3>What qualities are necessary for child modelling, casting agencies and extra work?</h3>
<ul>
<li>A passion for performing</li>
<li>The right physical appearance for a particular role</li>
<li>Good manners</li>
<li>Tenacity</li>
<li>Self-motivation</li>
<li>An ability to take criticism</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3>It’s all about the agent…</h3>
<p>To get a name and fame in child modelling, casting and extra work, you will need and agent to connect you or your child to various job openings and negotiate contracts on your behalf. There are a number of agencies in South Africa that deal with both adults and children:</p>
<ul>
<li>Zero to Hero casts people of all races and ages for film work and TV advertising. For more details, see <a title="Zero to Hero" href="http://www.zerotohero.co.za/" target="_blank">http://www.zerotohero.co.za</a></li>
<li>Star Quality Management Agency for Kids and Adults based in Johannesburg</li>
<li>Kingclip Artist Management for children, models, actors, babies and more.</li>
<li>Imageperfect Model and Talent Agency casting babied through to adults for both TV and print media.</li>
<li>Kidz Take Over Drama School where they teach drama classes and acting skills for both screen and stage.</li>
<li>At La Femme Models, both boys and girls aged 5 and up can take part in modelling classes.</li>
<li>Role Models is both a modelling and acting agency that represents babies to teens for print media and TV advertisements.</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3>Strains and stresses</h3>
<p>Children working in the entrainment industry should be fit and healthy as the job can de rather demanding, with odd working hours (often during the weekend, evening, or early morning). As a parent, you do not have any say on when the shooting will take place. The child will also need energy to be able to move around the set and to be able to maintain this energy throughout the shoot. Remember that your child may also be affected by hot lights as well as heavy costumes.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3>Take heed!</h3>
<p>There are a number of child modelling scams out there that prey on the hopes of children and parents who fall prey to their flattery. These scams will ask the parents to dig deep into their pockets to pay for overpriced portfolio photographs and modelling classes.  This doesn’t only apply to child modelling agencies, and adults can also be similarly scammed through bogus casting and modelling agencies.</p>
<p>Remember, no modelling agency can promise you work; they can send you out on auditions and from there it is up to you to get the job for yourself. If you land the job, the agency will be entitled to a percentage of your paycheck. An agent should never be paid any kind of upfront fee.</p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<h3>How do I know if my agency is legitimate?<strong style="font-size: 13px;"> </strong></h3>
<ul>
<li>A legitimate agency won’t ask you for any money until you actually land a job.</li>
<li>You won’t be sold modelling classes or photographs &#8211; you will pay the modelling coach or photographer directly. If you are directed to a specific photographer they are probably getting commission for it. You are not obliged to use that specific photographer. <strong></strong></li>
<li>Ask around or conduct research to find a reliable and responsible agency. <strong></strong></li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3>Hints and Tips for hitting the big time<strong> </strong></h3>
<ul>
<li>You don’t need to go to modelling school to become a model. Modelling schools accept anyone who will pay for tuition.</li>
<li>Be persistent. The best way to find a legitimate agency to represent you is to go to casting calls or send pictures to the agency (these don’t have to be professional photographs, rather wait until you are accepted into an agency before you make an expensive portfolio).</li>
</ul>
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		<description><![CDATA[Weightloss with Herbex Slimmers Drops is simple and easy. This natural product allows you to lose weight through suppressing your apetite.  What is best is that because Herbex uses natural ingredients, they are non-addictive and they have been scientifically formulated to ensure that prolonged use will not become toxic. This is fantastic seeing as weightloss [...]<p><a href="http://www.slimfish.co.za/weightloss-with-herbex-slimmers-drops/">Weightloss with Herbex Slimmers Drops</a> is an original post from: <a href="http://www.slimfish.co.za">The Slimfish Files</a></p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Weightloss with Herbex Slimmers Drops is simple and easy. This natural product allows you to lose weight through suppressing your apetite.  What is best is that because Herbex uses natural ingredients, they are non-addictive and they have been scientifically formulated to ensure that prolonged use will not become toxic. This is fantastic seeing as weightloss is a struggle and then when you have to deal with possible side effects other than weightloss, it can become even more of a struggle to keep the weight off.</p>
<p>If you are interested in weightloss with Herbex slimmers drops and you are wondering exactly how much you will loose, well this is purely dependant on the person. There are a number of factors that influence weightloss such as age, diet, exercise regime, genetics, body shape, and many more.  Therefore there is no definite answer to this question. However Herbex understands that people like to work on a number of kilograms that they want to lose and therefore want products that the know will help them reach their goal weight.</p>
<p>It is for this reason that Herbex has developed a Slimming e-book to help their customers and potential customers on their weightloss journey. This e-book will help you calculate your BMI and set your goal loss accordingly which is extremely important as many men and women have unrealistic weightloss goals and can end up hurting themselves in the process to reach that weight.</p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-745" style="margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" title="Slimming Products" src="http://www.slimfish.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/Slimming-Products-211x300.jpg" alt="Woman with tape measure" width="211" height="300" />With the increasing numbers of obesity in children in this country, many mothers are looking for products to help their children lose the weight in order to give them  a better quality of life. Herbex is one of the products that can be used by mothers to help their children in this regard as it is safe for all ages. However Herbex does advise that different dosages should be permitted to children under the age of ten. Herbex understands that like adults who are looking to lose weight often have unrealistic goals, and parents could have the same unrealistic goals for their children. They therefore advise that you consult with a doctor before starting your child on any weightloss programme.</p>
<p>As women experience pregnancy, the majority of women are not happy with their bodies during their pregnancy and after. As a result many women look for products to help them keep the weight off during pregnancy or after pregnancy.  However Herbex is not a product that is safe to use during pregnancy and in some instances can affect the baby if you use it whilst you are breastfeeding. It is therefore imperative that you consult with a doctor before taking any slimming products during or soon after pregnancy.</p>
<p>As mentioned above, there a number of factors that needs to be considered when looking for a slimming product and one of those factors are medical conditions.  Unfortunately, high blood pressure is associated with being overweight and many slimming products cannot be used if one has high blood pressure.  Herbex Slimming Drops is a product that can be used if you have high blood pressure and can be used in conjunction with high blood pressure medication. However they do recommend that you closely monitor your blood pressure whilst using the product as it has a normalizing effect on the system.</p>
<p>What is more is that if you are a diabetic, or on a contraceptive pill, you can also use Herbex Slimming Drops.  You can even use Herbex Slimming Drops if you have an over or under active thyroid, but you as with high blood pressure, you will have to monitor your condition due to the normalizing effects of the products.</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[Groupon travel deals offer their purchasers a relaxing holiday away at ridiculously low prices. Whether you are looking for a romantic weekend away with your loved one, or you are looking for a family holiday, you can find a great variety of specials on nearly all kinds of vacations in South Africa. How Groupon Works [...]<p><a href="http://www.slimfish.co.za/groupon-travel-deals/">Groupon Travel Deals</a> is an original post from: <a href="http://www.slimfish.co.za">The Slimfish Files</a></p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Groupon travel deals offer their purchasers a relaxing holiday away at ridiculously low prices. Whether you are looking for a romantic weekend away with your loved one, or you are looking for a family holiday, you can find a great variety of specials on nearly all kinds of vacations in South Africa.</p>
<h3>How Groupon Works</h3>
<p>Groupon approaches hotels, bed and breakfasts, and other types of accommodation resorts and asks them to reduce their prices for a certain amount of deals that can then be bought by consumers online. All you have to do is register with Groupon and they will send you daily emails with all the deals that they have on offer for that day. If you are interested in a deal, you simply click the buy button on the deal and purchase the deal that you want. The purchase can either be made with your credit card or your debit card. The only catch however is that there are a certain amount of deals that need to be bought in order for the special to take effect. Should not enough deals be sold, you will be refunded your money without question. It is important to note however that there is a limited time in which you can purchase the deal as all deals on the site have an expiry time therefore this gives consumers another incentive to purchase quickly.</p>
<p>Groupon travel deals allows you to save a huge amount of money on all sorts of vacations countrywide. What is more is that these deals are not limited to South Africa so you can get out of the country without having to pay exorbitant prices. Some of the places that are offering the deals, you may never have heard of. For this reason, each place that is offering a deal provides Groupon with information about their establishment and this is used in a quirky bio that Groupon writes for each of their deals. These amusing bios offer the consumer the chance to see exactly what is on offer at the establishment in order to sway them to purchase a deal.</p>
<h3>The following is a short animated video to explain briefly how Groupon works:</h3>
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<p>Should you purchase a deal on Groupon, it is essential that you check when the deal expires as the majority of the establishments promoted on Groupon that are offering deals, expect you to make use of your deal within six months from the date of purchase. What is more is that by purchasing a deal from Groupon, you are not ensured a room, you still have to book with the establishment in advance in order to check their availability. This is something that many Groupon partakers seem to forget and as a result purchase a deal and then cannot actually redeem it which means that they will have wasted their hard earned cash.</p>
<p>If you are wondering what kind of deals are on offer at Groupon, the best thing to do would be to visit <a href="http://www.groupon.co.za/">www.groupon.co.za</a> and take a look at the travel section. Here you will be able to find deals for adventures such as exclusive game farms, and beach side hotels. Groupon understand that people are strapped for cash due to economic pressures, and as much as they need to get away from their daily lives, many cannot afford to. As a result, they have created a portal where you can take off on an adventure at greatly discounted prices. No matter what kind of adventure you are looking for, there really is something for everyone on this discount site. All you have to do is register today to take advantage of the great specials on offer.</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[Makro store catalogue promotions offer some good deals on a wide range of products. Makro opened its doors in 1971 in Germiston in the south of Johannesburg. This was the first cash and carry store in the market and was also the first to use IBM technology to track the sales and stock in the [...]<p><a href="http://www.slimfish.co.za/makro-store-catalogue-promotions/">Makro Store Catalogue Promotions</a> is an original post from: <a href="http://www.slimfish.co.za">The Slimfish Files</a></p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Makro store catalogue promotions offer some good deals on a wide range of products. Makro opened its doors in 1971 in Germiston in the south of Johannesburg. This was the first cash and carry store in the market and was also the first to use IBM technology to track the sales and stock in the store. Over the years, Makro opened more and more stores in towns such Pretoria West, Woodmead, Port Elizabeth, and Strubens Valley. Initially, Makro was like other retailers where you could just walk in and purchase. However, in 2001, they introduced the Makro store card and made it policy that you could not purchase anything in the store without the store card. This may seem like an extreme step to take, but this has lead to them have one of the largest customer databases in South Africa and has additionally allowed them to monitor which people are buying what products. This means that they truly understand what their specific customers want and can recommend deals and products to these customers.</p>
<p>Makro now has 14 stores that they refer to as warehouse clubs. The reason they do so is that they purchase in bulk which allows them to offer lower prices than you would find in normal retailers. They trade in food, general merchandise, and liquor. This wide product offering and their low prices have resulted in over 1.8 million people visiting Makro stores in 2010 and this number is increasing yearly. One of the main reasons for this is that Makro believe in providing their customers will promotions and deals which they cannot resist and through the information that they capture when their customers use their Makro cards to purchase products, they can update these customers weekly on the specials which they think will be relevant to them.</p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-737" style="margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px;" title="Makro Spring Catalogue Cover" src="http://www.slimfish.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/Makro-Spring-Catalogue-Cover-229x300.jpg" alt="Promotional deals at Makro stores" width="229" height="300" />Makro have also realised that people do not want giant catalogues that they have to sift through to find the products that they want. As a result, the Makro store catalogue promotions have been divided in to a number of catalogues to make it easier for these consumers to find exactly what they want. Currently they have four catalogues on offer.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ol start="1">
<li>The office catalogue</li>
</ol>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>This catalogue offers fantastic savings on all of the products that you could possibly need to stock your office. From computers, to laptops, desks, and stationery, there is something for every office need available at reduced prices</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ol start="2">
<li>The sports catalogue</li>
</ol>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>With the Rugby World Cup 2011 having started on 8 September, Makro has realised that there is an increased demand for all things rugby. From supporter’s shirts, to rugby balls, you can find all of your sporting requirements in this catalogue. This catalogue additionally includes specials on things such as treadmills, and bicycles, just in case the running around on the field has influenced you to start exercising yourself.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ol start="3">
<li>The Samsung catalogue</li>
</ol>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>If you are an avid supporter of the Samsung brand and are looking for great deals on some of their leading appliances, then this is the catalogue for you. This catalogue includes everything from fridges to cellular telephones.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ol start="4">
<li>The Makro Spring Sale catalogue</li>
</ol>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>For those of you who are just looking for something new for the house, or are looking for that perfect outside table set to set you on your way to all the braais that you will be having in Summer, then why not take a look at this catalogue. There really is something for everyone on sale at Makro this Spring.</p>
<p>The most important thing about these catalogues is that the deals are only valid for a short period of time as they have so many great deals to offer you each week, they have to update them regularly.</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[Foschini clothing catalogue products open the door to the latest fashion at your finger tips. Foschini has a 96 year history in this country for providing women with international quality fashion. Now when I say fashion, I do not only mean clothing, but rather footwear, accessories, cosmetics and fragrances, and jewellery too. Foschini is the [...]<p><a href="http://www.slimfish.co.za/foschini-clothing-catalogue-products/">Foschini Clothing Catalogue Products</a> is an original post from: <a href="http://www.slimfish.co.za">The Slimfish Files</a></p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Foschini clothing catalogue products open the door to the latest fashion at your finger tips. Foschini has a 96 year history in this country for providing women with international quality fashion. Now when I say fashion, I do not only mean clothing, but rather footwear, accessories, cosmetics and fragrances, and jewellery too.</p>
<p>Foschini is the second largest departmental retailer of beauty products or cosmetics in South Africa. I am sure that not many of you knew that. What is more is that not only do they believe in providing beautiful products to their customers, but also beautiful designed stores in order to facilitate the perfect shopping experience. As a result, they have a specialist in house team that deal with graphic design, fashion design, and store design. However, if you cannot handle the hustle and bustle of this popular store, then why not get your hands on one of the many catalogues available to you made by Foshini.</p>
<p>If you aren’t really interested in receiving a catalogue each month but want to know the trends that can be found in Foschini clothing catalogue products, then why not subscribe to the Foschini newsletter. All you have to do is register on <a href="http://www.foschini.co.za" target="_blank">www.foschini.co.za</a> and you will be plugged in to all of the latest trends and be able to see some of the latest products. However, should you wish to receive a catalogue whenever one becomes available, all you have to do is either open a Foschini account or register online. It is quite simple and it will open you up to the following opportunities:</p>
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<li>Keeping you on top of the latest fashion trends</li>
<li>Keep you updated with the entertainment and celebrity news</li>
<li>Provide you with in-depth articles about social issues that are important</li>
<li>Allow you the chance to win college bursaries, shopping vouchers, and so much more.</li>
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<p>Should you be one of those people who are concerned about being spammed then I completely understand that you would not want to register for anything online as they may share your email address and contact details with other marketers who will bombard you with phone calls. As a result, there is another way in which you can get your hands on a catalogue. Monthly and even weekly, Foschini provides inserts in magazines and newspapers which means that you could be pleasantly surprised when you open your latest favourite magazine and find a bundle of joy inside.</p>
<p>These catalogues not only highlight the most beautiful fashion trends, but also provide you with tips and tools to dress for success. In addition to this, there are niche market catalogues which are also developed for their Kids range, and their beauty and fragrance ranges. This means that not only can you look and feel good, but you can also help your child become a little fashionista like yourself along the way.</p>
<p>Foschini for many years was seen as the IT store but lost market share for a couple years due to Woolworths and Edgars eating in to their shares. However, it looks like Foschini is on the rise again and the introduction of some amazing international brands that are exclusive to Foschini has helped them not only win back some of the market, but also some respect from fashion enthusiasts all over the country. Great clothes, shoes, accessories, and so much more, coupled with great aesthetics and a great vibe, make them all the more popular at the moment. So if you are looking for something for the office, for that special occasion, or simply something fabulous for absolutely no reason at all, other than to spoil yourself, then why not pop down to one of the over 200 branches nationwide.</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you are looking for the best ways to eliminate neck pain then here are some simple and effective tips to help you ease the ache.  The most common cause of neck pain is due to bad posture and therefore the best thing you can do is stand up straight. Yes I know all of [...]<p><a href="http://www.slimfish.co.za/the-best-ways-to-eliminate-neck-pain/">The Best Ways to Eliminate Neck Pain</a> is an original post from: <a href="http://www.slimfish.co.za">The Slimfish Files</a></p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you are looking for the best ways to eliminate neck pain then here are some simple and effective tips to help you ease the ache.  The most common cause of neck pain is due to bad posture and therefore the best thing you can do is stand up straight. Yes I know all of us have heard our mothers saying this over and over again but they were right. If you hunch your back, you put unnecessary strain on your neck as your muscles aren’t aligned and therefore this causes tension.</p>
<p>Another cause of neck pain is due to the fact that many of us work in front of computers and this leads to us craning our necks forward. TV watching and driving are also culprits in this regard and this craning of the neck again can cause unnecessary strain. Research has shown that even craning your neck forward by a couple of centimetres can result our spines not being aligned and this can be the cause of not only neck aches but tension headaches and back pain.</p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-729" style="margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px;" title="Neck Pain" src="http://www.slimfish.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Neck-Pain.jpg" alt="Pain in Womans neck" width="160" height="240" />Unfortunately not all of us can be ballerinas and have perfect posture so if you thinking that all hope is lost then do not fear as this article contains some of the best ways to eliminate neck pain.</p>
<h3>Stretching:</h3>
<p>There are several stretching exercises that you can do in order to alleviate the pain. A great stretch involves titling your head so that you are looking at your armpit. Once in that position, all you have to do is rest your other hand on your head and you will instantly feel you muscles being stretched. This exercise alleviates tension and if done every day it can even prevent tension.</p>
<h3>Ice treatment:</h3>
<p>Place a cloth full of ice on your neck or an ice pack for twenty minutes. The cooling ice will slow the blood flow to the area. Then take a heating pack and place this on the affected area and this will increase the blood flow to the area which will cause the muscles to relax and will get rid of any toxins in the muscles.</p>
<h3>Gels:</h3>
<p>If stretching and ice treatments do not seem to be working on their own, then there are a number of healing gels that you can place on the area such as Deep Heat and Reparil which have been specially developed to help relax the muscles. These gels are extremely effective, especially if they are used in conjunction with the above.</p>
<h3>Mattresses and pillows:</h3>
<p>Often we wake up with neck pain due to us sleeping on mattresses that do not give us enough support and pillows that aren’t comfortable. Although buying a good quality bed can be expensive think about all of the money that you could potentially spend on doctors bills with problems such as arthritis and disk displacement. Tempur are the makers of some of the best quality beds out there and they have been especially designed to provide you with all of the support you could need.</p>
<h3>Chiropractors:</h3>
<p>If you are in desperate need of pain relief and you cannot yet afford to purchase a new bed and pillows, then in the meantime you should visit a Chiropractor. These doctors specialise in aligning all of the bones and disks in the spine. Although this may cause pain for a day or two after your appointment, it is important that you go again for a repeat visit and then take the precautionary measures as mentioned above.</p>
<p>If you struggle with neck pain and none of the above is helping, then I suggest that you visit a specialist who can help you find the cause of the problem so that you can lead a life without pain.</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[So how do you stop you or your partner from snoring the roof off your home? One solution is to get the newest product on the market called a Snorekit. This product claims to be simple, effective and proven low cost stop snoring mouthpiece. This device works by advancing the lower jaw forward a few [...]<p><a href="http://www.slimfish.co.za/stop-snoring-solutions-to-cure-deafening-snores/">Stop Snoring &#8211; Solutions to Cure Deafening Snores!</a> is an original post from: <a href="http://www.slimfish.co.za">The Slimfish Files</a></p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>So how do you stop you or your partner from snoring the roof off your home?</p>
<p>One solution is to get the newest product on the market called a Snorekit. This product claims to be simple, effective and proven low cost stop snoring mouthpiece. This device works by advancing the lower jaw forward a few millimetres to help free the air intake and release the tongue. The reason this works is because during deep sleep, the muscles in your throat relax and your tongue moves backward which reduces the size of the air passage.</p>
<p>The reason people snore is because when the air passes over this region it causes vibrations which gives the sound to snoring. According to Snorekit, there are only three ways to cure snoring: surgically, forced ventilation with continuous positive airway pressure devices, and lastly mandibular advancement devices like their own.</p>
<p>For those of you who are looking to stop snoring and are interested in purchasing a Snorekit, all you have to do is visit <em><a title="StopSnoring.CO.ZA" href="http://www.stopsnoring.co.za/" target="_blank">www.stopsnoring.co.za</a></em> and order the kit online. If you cannot afford to purchase a snoring devise, then have no fear, there are some other natural solutions for you.</p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-725" style="margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px;" title="Woman Stopping Man Snoring" src="http://www.slimfish.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Woman-Stopping-Man-Snoring-300x200.jpg" alt="Funny Snoring Picture" width="300" height="200" />Firstly, your diet is crucial and many recommend avoiding dairy foods before bedtime as they induce mucus build-up. Other suggestions include losing weight if you are carrying more weight than normal as this will increase the space within your air passage, and not eating a big meal before bedtime.</p>
<p>The way in which you sleep can also cause snoring. If you generally sleep on your back and have a tendency to snore then why not try sleeping on your side. Many people advise strapping balls to your back so that you cannot sleep on them in order to prevent snoring.</p>
<p>Drinking alcohol just before you go to sleep can also cause snoring, as can sleeping tablets as both are muscle relaxers and therefore limit your air passage way inside your throat and chest. For more information on how to cure your snoring why not visit your physician who may be able to prescribe you anti-snoring pills, anti-snoring nasal sprays or other remedies which you may not have thought or heard of.</p>
<p><span>And for a bit of a laugh, just to prove that it&#8217;s not just us humans that growl at night, here&#8217;s a video proving that some animals snore too!</span></p>
<h3>The Snoring Duck Video:</h3>
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