By Chanel September

Good Day! How are you doing? I hope that you well and oh so good. Just a reminder that today in fact is the 13th of August 2008 and that of course means that it is the wonderful mid-week Wednesday edition of the Morning Cruise… ooh so we in the middle of the week and I must say I’m loving it… I think the best thing in the world despite all odds waking up and feeling really good I do think sometimes it’s very hard to feel like that when your still so so tired, but I think being positive is all in the mind… Now by now you know how that it’s a ladies morning here on the morning cruise…if you don’t or you’re not to worry I’ll quickly explain…for the entire month of August every Wednesday we’ll dedicated the entire show to women, highlighting some of the amazing things that they do not only in there community, but in there careers and family as well…no if to all the guys don’t feel left out because we have a entire show dedicated to you come soon you just going to have to keep it locked to 89.5fm… I really like the sound of having a ladies morning… if you like the sound of ladies morning then do let me know what you think…and I would love you to take part in the show sharing you experiences and why you love being a women…

Moving onto today’s show we had all the usuals such as you’re Word of the Day, your SA Q&A, and you’re Tip of the Day.

We also had interview with:

· Chantel Erfort and she joined me on the line to chat about her career as an editor the joys, the highs and lows touching on being a women and what it means to her in society today.

· We also spoke to Jeannette Kritsinger and she spoke to us about Women in Motorsports…so we just found out more about women participating in the sport as the sport is still very male dominated.

· Lastly we spoke to Amiee Franklin and she spoke to us about a new initiative called Paperclips Against Prejudice.


Word of the Day:

JADED - To become weary or spiritless

Trivial Question:

Q: Who was known as the Hottentot Venus?
A: Saartjie Baartman

Tip of the Day:

So I hope that you thought about your health, long and hard… because if you are committing one or two sins…that they can be ironed out today…So here they are tips for all women to remain healthy…

1. Daily calcium - To get the recommended calcium per day, women should consume three servings of milk products. If you don’t like milk products, you can replace each of the three portions with a 300 mg calcium supplement and try other sources of calcium.

2. Sleep stealers - Beware of factors that rob you of a good night’s sleep: Arguments before bedtime, caffeine, sugar, vitamin C and intense exercise. To relax, take a hot bath, drink a cup of herbal tea or a glass of milk and read. A drop of lavender or orange oil on your sheets can also help bring sweet slumber.

3. Growing bones - Gardening is a great exercise for building bone density because of all the bending and lifting. Taking care of your flowers just once a week can reduce the risk of osteoporosis.

4. Cut the caffeine - Your chances of developing an irritated bladder can double if you’re drinking more than four cups of caffeinated coffee each day. Caffeine in tea, chocolate and cola are also irritants.

5. Don't Drink too Much Alcohol - Whilst it is true that a glass of wine or one drink a day (two for men) can help protect against heart disease, more alcohol than that, or binge drinking on a night out, can cause other serious health problems such as liver and kidney disease and cancer.

6. Maintain a Positive Mental Outlook - There's a definitive connection between living well and healthily and having a cheerful outlook on life. Yes, keep on smiling and laughing!

7. Shake your Body - Every day find new ways to move your body. Use the stairs rather than an escalator or elevator. Walk your dog (or a neighbours' dog if you don't have one!), chase your kids, play ball with friends, mow the lawn. Anything that moves your limbs is not only a fitness tool, it's a stress buster. Think 'move' in small increments of time.

8. Reduce Stress - Stress busters come in many forms. Some techniques recommended by experts are to think positive thoughts. Spend 30 minutes a day doing something you like. (i.e., go back to number one above!, exercise is a great stress reducer, Soak in a hot tub; walk on the beach or in a park; read a good book; visit a friend; play with your dog; listen to soothing music; watch a funny movie. Get a massage, a facial or a haircut. Meditate. Count to ten before losing your temper or getting aggravated. Avoid difficult people when possible.

10. Stop Smoking - All the experts agree on this one. Ever since 1960 when it was announced that smoking was harmful to your health, people have been reducing their use of tobacco products. Just recently, we've seen a surge in smoking in adolescents and teens. Warn your children of the false romance or 'tough guy' image of smokers.
Tips from www.be-young.com

Quote of the Day:

Helen Reddy – If I have to, I can do anything. I am strong, I am invincible, I am Woman

It’s time for me to love and leave you. You must have oh so super Wednesday and relaxing weekend. Let’s chat again tomorrow…Much Love…Peace.