Issue 21, 2021

that's life

The magazine with heart

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Welcome!
I hope you’re enjoying our new Ms MoneySaver column as much as I am. Every week I’m learning something new about ways to save money or not waste it. Sam’s tip about fading receipts (Page 61) is something I’d been wondering about. I’m a great saver of
that's life4 min readDiet & Nutrition
I Swapped JUNK FOOD For A HOUSE!
Carmen Lacey, 24, Geelong, Vic That looks incredible, I thought, seeing an advert on TV for a new hamburger. I need to try that right now, I decided, putting on my shoes. Picking up my keys, I walked to the car and made my way to Macca’s. Soon, I
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Day On A Plate
BREAKFAST: Macca’s big breakfast wrap and hash browns LUNCH: Family-sized pizza DINNER: Family box from Macca’s SNACKS: Chips, dim sum, lollies, chocolate, pastries, cakes and sugary drinks BREAKFAST: Fruit and nut muesli with skimmed milk
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MY HUSBAND MURDERED My Best Friend
As the golf cart ploughed along, the white, lacy bodice on my wedding dress suddenly felt very tight. Aged 22, I was on my way to marry my childhood sweetheart, Michael Deimler, 25. But now I felt like I couldn’t breathe. I’m making a huge mistake,
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The Missing Chickens
Suzy, 52, Lockleys, SA* My elderly aunt, Jo, had a wonderful painting on her living room wall. It was of a sweet little girl carrying a cane basket and feeding chickens in a dusty farmyard. There was a red tractor in the background. Growing up, I b
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I Married My CHILDHOOD SWEETHEART After 56 Years
Liz Matthews, 68, Ulverstone, Tas Sitting under a tree, I smiled as my friend Ray offered me his lollies. ‘Thanks,’ I grinned, popping one in my mouth. Both nine years old, and on holiday with our families in Altona, Vic, we’d struck up a friendsh
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I Was TRAPPED In An INFERNO
Jayde Howard, 26, Melbourne, Vic As music pumped from the speakers of an old motorhome, I couldn’t help smiling. It’s going to be a good night, I thought. It was November 2010, and I was at a party with my boyfriend, Brayden*, then 17, for his mat
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Where To Find Help
Since 1991, Kids Helpline has responded to more than eight million requests for support from children and young adults in need. They provide confidential counselling by online webchat, email and over the phone, 24 hours a day. Call 1800 55 1800,
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Pets Are Pawsome!
Bonny celebrated her 12th birthday in style. Kelly Shibli, Reservoir, Vic Gorgeous Mia likes watching birds in the garden. Elismarie Barnes, Berwick, Vic Gordon, one, loved his pupcake! Jackie Booysen, Ormiston, Qld Odie enjoys climb
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How My Boy Is CHANGING LIVES With Pictures
Kristy Sturgess, 44, Sydney, NSW As I watched on, my son Jack, seven, quietly scribbled pictures in the living room. My boy’s sweet face was screwed up in peaceful concentration, as his hand flew across the paper. This is his happy place, I though
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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. Turn to entry coup
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Try A New Use For... Costume Jewellery
■ To add a bit of bling to a run-down plant pot, glue on some shiny gems from old jewellery. As an added bonus, they’ll help keep the birds away. ■ Add some pizzazz to a boring belt by gluing some smaller jewels from necklaces and earrings to the buc
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Your LETTERS
My eight-year-old niece,Emma, lovesPeter Pan. We had the family over for a barbecue and she tried to jump off the swing set.When we asked her what she was trying to do, she said, ‘fly like Peter Pan’. We had to kindly explain the difference between m
that's life5 min readRegional & Ethnic
Crazy for CURRY
SERVES 4 PREP AND COOK: 35 MINS 1 large onion, finely chopped3 cloves garlic, crushed500g beef mince2 tblsps mild curry powder1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored, cut in 2cm pieces2 tomatoes, chopped1½ cups beef stock⅓ cup fruit chutney½ cup choppe
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This Week We’re Loving...
MAKES 15 PREP AND COOK: 1 HOUR, 10 MINS 200g butter, softened⅓ cup smooth peanut butter⅓ cup icing sugar mixture1½ cups plain flour⅓ cup cornflour 50g butter, softened2 tblsps smooth peanut butter½ cup icing sugar mixture2 tsps cocoa powder 1 L
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Get Creative With... GOOEY DESSERTS
SERVES 8-10 PREP AND COOK: 1 HOUR, 20 MINS 125g butter, chopped1 cup caster sugar2 tblsps cocoa powder1 tsp bicarbonate of soda3 eggs, lightly beaten2 cups self-raising flour1 cup white marshmallows (100g) 100g dark cooking chocolate, choppe
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CRIME-FIGHTING DAD I’ve rescued HUNDREDS OF GIRLS
Rob, 51, Queensland I was in my office when an email popped into my inbox. Do you remember Srey? my colleague had written. She’s got a new job at a factory, he wrote. She’s in charge of 300 staff now and just got in touch to thank us for changing
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Forever Young
Tamica Lincoln, 30, met 16-year-old Charite Stevens in March 2014, when they were both working at McDonald’s. When Charite told Tamica she was a homeless orphan, Tamica said she could stay with her. ‘I sympathised with her,’ Tamica told US ABC News.
that's life2 min readAutomotive
On Your Bike!
My dad is 71 and, a few years ago, he decided to leave his car at home and ride his bicycle for short errands instead. With petrol prices on the rise, it just made good financial sense. His doctor says the strength he’s gained in his legs has all
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Did You Know…?
Our new toaster recently died, but when I pulled out the receipt, the print had gone! I learned that receipts from thermal printers fade after a while. But Australian Consumer Law says a photocopy will suffice as proof of purchase, or download the AC
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THE Buzz
There’s nothing more satisfying than popping bubble wrap, but artist Bradley Hart couldn’t disagree more. Using syringes to carefully inject acrylic paint into each and every bubble, Bradley creates one-of-a-kind artworks using the packing material.
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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
In most parts of the country we’re blessed with drinkable tap water, but Aussies still spend millions of dollars a year on the bottled variety. My son always claimed tap water ‘tastes funny’. For the past six months, I’ve been filling his water bottl
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3 WAYS TO… Cut Indoor Air Pollution
Cooking – and especially burning – food can create tiny particles that hang around in your lungs. The good news? This can be minimised by opening a window or using an extractor fan. Aerosols that create a fine cloud-like vapour aren’t great for our h
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Tell Me Why
That icky taste you get from drinking orange juice after brushing is because of sodium lauryl sulfate – an ingredient in toothpaste that blocks sweet flavours, while also making things taste more bitter. So should you switch to brushing after breakfa
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Living Well
Running outdoors or indoors on a treadmill both have benefits, but does one use more energy? The answer may surprise you. On average, running outside burns three to seven per cent more calories. 30-50 This percentage of all the food produced gets t
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ASK THE Doctor
Q I had a bad chest infection six weeks ago that required taking two courses of antibiotics. It has finally gone, but it’s left me with a very hoarse voice. I’m a bit concerned as I used to be a very heavy smoker? A It is common to have a hoarse vo
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Why Am I Dizzy?
Most of us have experienced dizziness at one time or another, but why does it happen and how do we know when it’s normal? Dr Jill Forer, who specialises in women’s health, says dizziness can mean any number of things. ‘It often makes you feel lik
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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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We Could See HER SPINE!
Christine McCoombes, 36, Elliott Heads, Qld Pregnant with twins, at my 20-week scan, I held my husband Gavin’s hand. ‘One of the girls has spina bifida,’ the doctor said, gently. I was shocked, as I’d been taking folic acid during the pregnancy, a
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The POWER OF PLANTS
Some call them weeds, but dandelions are highly useful plants packed with vitamins, iron, potassium, calcium and magnesium. ‘Dandelion is without doubt one of our most favourite medicinal plants,’ says permaculturalist Miranda Mueller. ‘Edible and nu
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Afraid To Ask?
Q I celebrated my birthday by getting a belly button piercing, but I’m worried it’s infected. It’s red and there is quite a lot of crusting. Should I remove the ring? A It can take several weeks for a belly button piercing to heal and they can be p
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Get To The Point!
Whether slingbacks, flats or loafers, it’s all about the pointy toe this winter. Look for flat and comfy styles with built-in arch support and added cushioning. Opt for a mixture of basic colours, such as brown, blush and cream, as well as bolder hue
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Spina Bifida
• Spina bifida refers to a range of birth defects that affect the spinal cord. • Some vertebrae of the spine don’t close properly, leaving the spinal cord nerves exposed and damaged. • Although the exact cause of spina bifida is not known, taking f
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Quick-fire FIXES!
My nail polish always smudges Painting your nails requires time and patience. But essie expressie is a new quick-dry formula, so you can have a perfectly finished mani in about a minute. Essie Expressie nail polish – In The Time Zone and All Things
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Just add WATER
Carole frowned at the dishwasher. She was sure she’d put it on before dashing to the shops to buy the final bits and bobs for Tom’s mum’s 70th birthday dinner. But every single item – all the cutlery and crockery – was dirty. And the bottom of the ma
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An Intruder’s Living In Our Walls!
Rachel Murray, 22, Gold Coast, Qld Oh my goodness!’ I cried. My partner, Jack, 27, and I had just returned to our unit to find every door, including all the cupboards, wide open! It was like an intruder had broken in and rifled through our things.
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THE Warm FUZZIES
When, in 2019, Damien,12, told his teacher Finn Lanning that he wouldn’t be coming back to school after the holidays because he was terminally ill, Finn’s heart broke. In foster care for years, Damien was diagnosed with kidney disease and needed a ki
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YOUR Stars
A new beginning is about to emerge from what has turned out to be an extended ending. Wednesday exhibits glimpses of how this will play out. Once someone replies, calls or apologises, all will be forgiven. LUCKY NUMBERS 1, 6, 9 Unsure what you are
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Glittery GEMS
✔ 6-8 clear hot glue sticks, large and small ✔ Hot glue gun & more glue sticks ✔ Acrylic paint, paintbrushes ✔ Coloured Sharpies ✔ Sharp knife, chopping board ✔ Glitter ✔ Hairspray ✔ Small bowl ✔ Baking paper 1 Carefully cut the clear glue sticks in
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Break-up Regret
At the start, I’m sure he was showing you his best self. He’s showing her the side of him you fell in love with. In time, she’ll need to decide if his effort is enough. Be proud of the choice you made and know it’s okay to feel sad. Even though you e
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$100,000 Cash Jackpot
• Collect 20 original diamond tokens. See this week’s diamond token at right. • Carefully attach the tokens to the diamond-shaped spaces on the coupon card provided in previous issues of that’s life! or the coupon cards in any of our participating ma
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BRAIN Waves
Bury an avocado in a bag of flour to help ripen it quicker. Gretel Crawford, Seaford, Vic Finding it hard to peel thick skinned mandarins? Use a teaspoon – it makes it super simple. Tilly Singleton, Auckland, NZ Weave a ribbon through your
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Your LIFE!
Millie enjoying her day at Wet’n’Wild on the Gold Coast. Lesley Sebo, Canungra, Qld Our family enjoyed visiting Siding Spring Observatory in Coonabarabran, NSW. Kate Hardwick, Wollongong, NSW My daughter Camelliana and cats Gustavo and Mum

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