Magazine for March

Rector Thoughts

At the introductery course I did recently on Spirituality I
said "Take appropirate choices" adding that there is no
right or wrong.  This drew alot of questions as they
struggled to understand.

We have been brought up in a culture of laws with a
catalogue of "You shall not......"  This is necessary for
the smooth running of society but when looking at the world
of Spirituality we are not looking at society but our own
relationship with God and the actions that flow from that.

If you start with the premise that God is out there and he
is separated from us, judging us, then laws become
inevitable.  As I'm separated from God then I must be
braking them and incurring the wroth of God.

If, however, you start with the premise that God permeates
all things of his creation with his love and care, which
includes us, then it is not judgement but relationship that
is the basis of interpretation.  Actions will have
consequences for us but won't effect God's relationship with
us, ie: no judgement.  Action therefore is not about right
or wrong but how does this help me feel and express God's
love.  It enables us to take risks because we do not fear
loosing God's love.

The child that has parents who are judgemental expecting
them to achieve as they are told never learns to be free,
never expresses spontaneous fun, confidence.  The child who
does not doubt the love of it's parents can try things, make
mistakes, learn confident that no mater what disasters and
pickles they find themselves, the love of the parents will
still be there; they are free to be themselves.

This is the season of Lent, how do we see God?  What
difference does Easter make?  Did Jesus come for nothing?

If, we recognise God as loving, we will try things,
celebrate, be ever thankful, happy, recognise that some
choices are not as helpful as others, but all have learning
potential but know we are always loved.

Jesus gave us only one command (no laws) to love God with
all that we are and to love our neighbour as ourselves.

Register:
Funeral
Herbert Ingamells (C)
Baptism
Adam John Robertson (W)

St Mark's Gospel
A dramatic performance
by John D Slater
Mumby Church
25th March @ 7:30 pm
Tickets £3.00
Concessions £2.00
Contact
Daffyd Robinson
Tel 01507 462045

AGM Willoughby moved to 5 March at 7:15pm in the vestry.

AGM Willoughby Garden Club on Thursday 26 March at 7:30pm
Everyone is most welcome.

WILLOUGHBY NEWS

St. George's Day Celebration
By popular demand there will be a St George's Day
Celebration held in the Village Hall, Willoughby in this
Jubilee Year.  Join us at 7pm, April 23rd for the Concert of
Traditional English Music and a hot supper.  Keith Brooker,
who entertained us so well last year, will be joined by Vera
Webb who is already known to may of us for her accomplished
performances.  Joan Fletcher will sing for us again and Eric
Vaughan will be there with his cornet.  Tickets are limited
to 60.
Please contact Brian and Glennis Smith, tel: 01507 462388 to
avoid disappointment.
Proceeds in Aid of Ambucopter and Village Hall Funds.
Glennis Smith

New Years Eve Party
Suitably decorated with streamers, balloons and coloured
lights, the Village Hall was the seen set for the New Years
Eve Party.  Organised by Janet and John Bradshaw, the
keynote was fun and frolics, throwing inhibitions to the
wind, determined to enjoy this special celebration.
To accompany appropriate verses, John threw soft toys from
the stage, to be gathered by the young ones.  A soft drinks
tasting competition brought every child on to the stage -
winners (and non-winners) being given a prize.
This was followed by Johns prediction for 2002 - Old Moors
style.
Dancing, elegantly languid - and generically gyratory, was
interspersed with the ever popular pass the parcel (won by
Maggie Buxton), a very extensive raffle, and a varied and
substantial buffet.
Janet, in scanty (but entirely correct) costume, mimed and
danced to Bjorgs “So Quiet”, and was awarded a round of well
earned applause.
The traditional Auld Lang Syne - recalling 2001 with
nostalgic reverence, was a fitting end to a wonderful
evening.  May 2002 be an equally good year for Willoughby. 
As was the last.  £110 + was made for the Village Hall
Restoration Fund.
Well done to Janet and John.
Shelia Kemp

Tea Time
40 friends came to Lancasters on Saturday February 16, for a
fund raising event which raised £192 for our Church.  To
those who provided cakes and raffle prizes, manned the
stalls, made the tea and washed up, my grateful thanks.                                 
Shelia Kemp


Ladies Luncheon Club
On Tuesday January 8, 14 ladies met at the Willoughby Arms
for an excellent lunch from a varied menu.  The new Years
greeting on the mirror was particularly appreciated, and
usual air of friendship prevailed.  This is an opening for a
quote (from an anonymous observer) “Friendship is the only
cement which holds the world together” Willoughby in general
and the luncheon club in particular must surely be the
beneficiary of such a quote.   Raffle Winners - Glennis
Smith and Brenda Whyte.
The February lunch on the 12th was at the Blacksmiths Arms
in Skendleby - when 21 discerning dinners enjoyed the meal -
a senior citizens speial menu.  Raffle Winners - Anne Cullis
and Clare Challinos.
Shelia Kemp

Willoughby Arms
On January 26th, at the Willoughby Arms the promised
presentation of a cheque for £2,311 was made to Lindy Hil of
the Lincolnshire Nottinghamshire Air Ambulance.
This was the culmination of a great deal of endeavour and we
would like to say a personal ‘thank you’, firstly, to all
our customers for their help in raising the money and,
secondly, to Jen Buckley, for the time and effort in
organising the disco, and to Phyllis and Midge Measures for
their inspiration and organisation of the Auction Night.  We
really appreciate all the support, past, present and
continuing for all the fundraising events.  We would like to
take this opportunity to thank everyone for their sterling
efforts and kind auspices whilst having made our first
sixteen months so memorable and which have in addition  made
us feel such a part of the village community. 
This theme for fund-raising for 2002 is ‘Children’s
Charities’ though we would be happy to support individual or
personal preferences if your would like to approach us.

Events for March
10th March Mothering Sunday Lunch - Mothers coming to lunch
will receive flowers.  A family get together opportunity.
St Patrick’s Night A fun night!! Quiz with an Irish theme. 
Tray dancing!  Irish Music - a feast of colcannon (Irish
stew)
31st March Easter Sunday Lunch Please book to avoid
disappointment. 
We look forward to seeing you.          Tom and Kerry

Slide Show
A “Slides of Willoughby” presentation on Friday January 17,
in the village hall attracted 40 people.  Photographs,
covering several years were loaned, scanned and returned to
their owners.
The photos were placed into a presentation programme by
Daffyd, and shown by digital projector, loaned by John Cole
of Brigg - to present the images.  As the films appeared on
the screen, nostalgic reminiscing was heard throughout the
hall, as recognition became apparent.  Murmurings of
approval and delight accompanied the refreshment at the
halfway stage.
A very happy, successful evening, when promises to search
through drawers and cupboards for more photographs were
made, to form the basis of another show.
Shelia Kemp

Village Hall Cleaning Rota
To everyone on the rota, a very sincere thanks you for your
conscientious dedication throughout the year.  The Hall
always looks cared for - a tribute to your labours.
Shelia Kemp

A pale green fleece jacket, hooded, size 1½ to 2 years,
found in Church Lane.  Please contact Shelia Kemp,
Lancasters, Church Lane.

YOGA CLASSES
Starting in :  Willoughby Village Hall
on Wednesday 27 February 7.00 - 8:30 pm
£2.50 per session
Please bring a blanket or mat and wear warm loose clothing  
For information tel: Jessie 01507 490179/Ann 01507 463783

WILLOUGHBY PLAYINGFIELDS ASSOCIATION
The Children’s party held on 11 January seemed to be a huge
success.  Around 30 children (and adults) joined in numerous
activities, such as pass the parcel, musical chairs, traffic
lights and allsorts of energetic running around.  The noise
was at times deafening, with Marion having difficulty in
being heard.  Noise, excited children and tired helpers all
were part and parcel of a very enjoyable evening, one which
if needed, we could do again.  Thank you everyone.
Linda Seymour


 “Children’s letters to God”
Dear God,
I try to be like George Washington and never lie but
sometimes I miss.
            Ralph.



MUMBY NEWS

Compiled by Steve Mugglestone, “Rayell,” Parklands, tel.
490552.
by Monday  prior to the 19th of this Month

Welcome to Mumby
For all New Residents in the village: I have produced a
database, entitled “Welcome to Mumby,” listing useful
contacts, to help newcomers to the village settle in, find
their way around and feel able to join in our various
activities.  It is now available from the Red Lion, Becket’s
or Steve Mugglestone, “Rayell,” Parklands. If you have new
neighbours moving in, please either tell them about it or
collect one for them. “That’s the spirit!
Church Quiz nights
Friday, January 10th saw seven teams line up, in the Red
Lion, to pit their wits against Daffyd’s new-year batch of
questions.  He must have had reasonable Christmas and New
Year celebrations, as the spirit seamed to carry over into
producing only a few diabolical questions.  The Pine Hill
Gang were the outstanding winners with 49 points, with a tie
break separating “Neighbours from Hell” from “Sick as a
Parrot,” both on 46 points.  The Accumulator was not won,
the winnings rolling over to February.  As always, our
thanks go to Daffyd, Mavis (Raffle) and to our welcome
hosts, Steve and Karen, for their hospitality and
refreshments.
The February round, on Friday 8th, found TEN teams having a
go at Daffyd’s latest attempt to baffle us.  He must have
though to have let us off too lightly last month, because he
threw some right stinkers at us.  The multi-choice dates and
weights questions were pure guesswork.  Still, we struggled
on and at the end, things were not as bad as we thought. 
Three teams finished on 42 points with the dreaded tie-
breakers sorting them out.  “No Idea,” two Ladies, entering
for the first time, was placed 1st,  “Pine Hill Gang” 2nd
and “The Barflies” 3rd.  The Accumulator Question was
answered incorrectly, so the prize money rolls over to the
next Quiz on Friday 8th March.  Once more, our thanks to
Daffyd, Mavis, Steve and Karen for another very enjoyable
evening.

Mumby Parish Council
The council is supporting the Lincolnshire Ambulance service
in trying to make sure that homes in the village are clearly
numbered or named.  They are promoting their “Is Your Number
Up?” campaign all over the County, encouraging householders
to make sure that their homes are clearly numbered or named. 
The aim is to help ambulance crews answer emergency calls as
quickly as possible.  Posters have been displayed on the
Village and Church notice boards and in the Red Lion.  “Far
too many homes are not easily identifiable due to inadequate
marking,” says Mike Gillon, Staff Officer, Headquarters in
Lincoln.  “As a result, minutes can be lost while a crew
tries to find the right address.  These lost minutes can
mean the difference between life and death in some cases.”
He lists six key ways the public can assist: Make sure the
house name or number is large enough to be seen; if
possible, placed on a wall or gatepost, next to the road as
well as on the door.  This is vital in areas where there is
a track or long drive leading to the premises.  Cut back
foliage regularly so that the name or number can be clearly
seen and they stand out.  Help neighbours, particularly the
elderly and infirm, to make theirs stand out.

TREE WARDENS WANTED:  East Lindsey District Council have re-
launched their Parish Tree Warded scheme. In1999 the Tree
Council established a national network of Tree Wardens,
organised by local authorities and serving the community.
ELDC established its scheme two years ago with some success. 
They have 47 wardens covering 36 parishes.  Mumby has no one
on the list.  Consequently,   “WANTED” posters have been put
up in the Village for volunteer wardens to come forward. 
They would work in conjunction with the District Council to
enable villagers to play an active roll in conserving and
enhancing local trees, woods and hedges.
For more information, phone Chris Mayes at ELDC on 601111,
ext. 386.  The council will provide training and the Tree
Council will supply free training packs for all new wardens.

What’s on in Mumby?
Friday 8th March @ 8.15pm: Church Quiz Night in the Red Lion
Monday 25th March:  “St. MARK.”   A One Man Play, on the
life of the Saint, to be performed in Becket’s.  For more
details and admission charge, see advert elsewhere in W&M.
Friday 12th April @ 7.30pm Church Concert: John Smith
(Tenor), Trica Lynn (Soprano), Lynn Kirk (Piano).  Old
friends returning!  This is the first of the 2002 season of
monthly concerts, held on the second Friday, with the last
one on 11th October.  Admission, Including refreshments:
£2.50. per concert.
Saturday 4th, Sunday 5th, Monday 6th May @ 10. 00 am to
5.00pm each day:  Annual Art Exhibition and Sale of
Paintings. Mumby church.  The Holy Roll Café will be serving
refreshments.
Friday 10th May @ 7.30pm: Church Concert: Marden Hill Choir,
under the leadership of Mrs Sullivan.
Tuesday 21st May @ 7.15pm: Mumby Parish Council Annual
General Meeting in Becket’s, followed by the Annual Parish
Meeting.

Crafty Afternoon Club
The first Annual General Meeting was held on 28th January
2002 and was well attended by members (including several new
faces).  Joan Stapleton was elected Chairman and Beryl
Mugglestone was elected as Secretary/Treasurer.  The Club
agreed, by a majority vote, to donate £400 to the
Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire Air Ambulance as this years
selected charity.  It was decided that March was too early
for the next Fayre, so it has been postponed to Saturday
22nd June.  More news of this will be published later.
The ladies have started the New Year, with knitting needles
at the ready, to knit squares to make blankets for Oxfam.
Should anyone have any spare oddments of wool, they would be
most welcome. Please drop them in at Becket’s any Monday
between 2pm and 4pm or give Beryl a ring on 490552 if you
are unable to bring them.
Now that our membership is growing, we feel able to invite
demonstrators or speakers to some of our meetings.  The
first may well be someone from the Air Ambulance, sometime
in March, when receiving our donation.
On a personal note, it is our first February in Mumby and we
would like to say what a delight it is to see all the
beautiful snowdrops in the church grounds.  Spring must be
round the corner!
Eileen Gilburd

Yoga
The yoga classes are off to a good start, with in the teens
of ladies and, so far, one gentleman enjoying the lessons in
the discipline.  The classes are held every Tuesday evening,
from 7.15 to 8.45pm at a cost of £2.50 per adult.  Please
come along if you wonder if it could be of benefit to you. 
Wear loose clothing and bring a blanket.  Jessie Carter is
the teacher and can be contacted for advice, tel. 490179
(Evenings)

British Red Cross
Mrs Selma Harrington has been elected Community Link
representative for Mumby.  She will work closely with the
Red Cross to help villagers deal with urgent problems that
arise in everyday life.  “Where can I get a wheelchair or
walking frame in a hurry?” or “Can I get a trained escort to
travel with a sick relative?”  These are just two examples
of the sort of questions that someone with knowledge of the
Red Cross can provide immediate answers to.  That person in
Mumby is Selma Harrington, a Parish Councillor, who can be
contacted on 490001.  She is your link between you and your
needs and the help that the Lincolnshire branch of the Red
Cross provides.

Red Lion
On Friday 8th February, before the Quiz started, Steve and
Karen were presented with a Certificate of Appreciation from
the British Heart Foundation in recognition of their
efforts, during 2001, raising £500.00 for the charity.  The
certificate was handed over by the local Branch chairman on
behalf of Lady Campbell, the Lincolnshire President.  In his
reply, Steve expressed his thanks to the Artists and
Customers who had supported the fund-raising events most
generously.




SLOOTHBY NEWS Jan-Feb 2002

The next event will be Bingo on the 20th April.         
25/05 B.B.Q.              June Jubilee
20/07 Summer Fete         07/09 B.B.Q.
12/10 Game Show           23/11 Christmas Fayre
07/12 Pantomime

Sloothby News Jan-Feb 2002

The New Year got under starters orders on the 12th of
January with a horse race meeting and supper of jacket
potatoes with various fillings. Every one had a flutter or
two. Each race had eight runners, which were named
appropriately. All seemed to go home with a penny or two in
their pockets. Thank you all who attended.

Mr. & Mrs. Quiz Night

The 16th February was the belated Valentine evening. The
Church was a delight to see, thanks to Gary & Amanda, all
decked out in pink hearts and bows, the tables were
decorated with balloons and confetti and little box’s of
sweets.
The quiz didn’t only cater for Mr.&Mrs. But Mrs.&Mrs. or mum
and daughter, (let it be said we will do anything to oblige)
No one was embarrassed, and we only mean to entertain.
Amanda did a sterling job on asking the questions and after
each couple had answered their set of questions the ladies
were give a red rose, all this and a supper of pie and peas.
It only goes to say the ones that missed the night, missed a
good evenings entertainment.
An open meeting was held in the Church on Sunday 17th Feb to
discuss the possibility of holding a Jubilee Event in the
village, several ideas were discussed. It was decided to
meet again on Sunday 17th March at 4.30pm when this will be
explored further. Please come along and join in the
discussion.




Ever wondered what happens to elderly professionals?
~Old astronauts never die, they just go to another world
~Old chemists don’t react any more
~Old university professors end up losing their faculties
~Old doctors loss their patients
~Old informents get put out to grass
~Old milkmaids lose their whey
~Old judges just cease to try
~Old pacifists go to peaces.

What do you call a women who is tied us in a jelly?                                         
Maud

HAIRY EGGS
When you have eaten your normal boiled egg, draw eyes, nose
and mouth on the shell with felt tipped pens.  Fill the
shell with a folded piece of damp kitchen towel.  Sprinkle
the dowel with mustard and cress seeds and leave the egg in
an eggcup on a windowsill.  You need to make sure that the
paper is kept damp.  Your egg will grow ‘hair’ and when it
is long enough you can give it a haircut and eat the mustard
and cress!

AH! TISSUES!
Have you had a cold recently?There still seems to be no
absolute remedy.  A few paracetamols and a pack of tissues
is the best known treatment.  In the 1920s, hygiene as we
know it was non-existent.  When Dad had a cold, the doctor
would prescribe eucalyptus and camphorated oil for his chest-
rub, whilst the medicine was stuff called ipececuana wine.
The chemist would get bottles down from his top shelf, pour
into a measuring glass then into Dad’s medicine bottle. 
Dark green glass bottle for the rub; clear bottle for  the
physic.  A cork would be bunged into the physic.  A cord
would be bunged into the top, and away Dad would go.  Dosage
was easy.  A teaspoonful of ‘jollop’ after each meal, three
times a day.
Thumb-nail at each marked teaspoonful, Dad would take a swig
of ‘ipec’, like you do with Coca Cola.  Soon, he would be
cured and back at work. 
When I became ill, Mother would say sternly, “You’ll stay in
bed.  Otherwise you’ll have to take some of Daddy’s nasty
medicine”  One boring day in bed usually effected a cure.
Old-fashioned?  Then think of God’s cure for sin.  It has
never changed since the first lines of the Bible were
written.  No hygiene is involved. The treatment is natural.
No chemical analysis is needed.  No side effects
are shown.  Take your troubles to Jesus.  You get the same
cure as everyone else - right from his top shelf.  You’ll
notice it’s his own blood, poured out for you.   Take a
little unspecified amount every day.  The healing is
certain. One thing more.  Dad had so much faith in
our doctor that he was almost cured by the medico’s very
presence.  The spirit of Jesus is never ‘nasty medicine’. 
His presence is the cure for all our ills.
Eric Green