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0:00:20 > 0:00:23- Hello and welcome to your - Tuesday edition of Prynhawn Da.
0:00:23 > 0:00:27- It's Tuesday 14 March and we're - half way through the month already!
0:00:27 > 0:00:29- Time is flying by.
0:00:30 > 0:00:34- The next hour will be fly by as - it's a jam-packed programme for you.
0:00:34 > 0:00:42- March is Free Wills Month and we - get useful advice from Angela Killa.
0:00:42 > 0:00:49- Rhodri Gomer shows how sport - can promote bilingualism in Wales.
0:00:49 > 0:00:55- The property expert, Owen Derbyshire - has tips for those selling a home.
0:00:55 > 0:01:02- It's National Bed Month and Carys - helps us get a good night's sleep.
0:01:03 > 0:01:08- Ben Jones from Caerphilly reveals - some of his prized possessions.
0:01:08 > 0:01:14- We'll get your finances and sleep - sorted over the coming 50 minutes.
0:01:14 > 0:01:18- Join Sian and me - for today's Prynhawn Da.
0:01:24 > 0:01:29- We start the programme - with Dr Elin Jones.
0:01:30 > 0:01:34- It's Women's History Month...
0:01:35 > 0:01:38- ..and over the coming weeks, we'll - look at various women in history.
0:01:39 > 0:01:43- Welcome to the programme, Dr Elin.
0:01:44 > 0:01:48- Our thanks to Sue Morris - who sent us a photograph...
0:01:48 > 0:01:53- ..of her great-grandmother, - Susannah Roberts.
0:01:53 > 0:01:59- It's a fantastic photograph.
0:01:59 > 0:02:09- The photograph shows some protests - by the Suffragettes in Caernarfon.
0:02:16 > 0:02:20- I'm not sure which lady is - her great-grandmother.
0:02:20 > 0:02:25- I'm not sure if these - are the Suffragettes.
0:02:25 > 0:02:29- What makes you think this?
0:02:30 > 0:02:38- They are not carrying any posters.
0:02:38 > 0:02:46- They look quite serious.
0:02:47 > 0:02:57- I wonder if it's something to do - with the Temperance Movement.
0:02:57 > 0:03:07- Women from the mid 19th century...
0:03:08 > 0:03:11- ..were part of the public figures...
0:03:11 > 0:03:18- ..with the Temperance Movement.
0:03:18 > 0:03:26- We think that the photograph - is dated between 1915 and 1918.
0:03:26 > 0:03:34- The Suffragettes - weren't that active...
0:03:34 > 0:03:42- ..during World War I.
0:03:42 > 0:03:46- Catherine Stevens - thought this photograph...
0:03:46 > 0:03:53- ..is of the Temperance Movement.
0:03:53 > 0:03:57- S4C featured a series about Welsh - women in history called Mamwlad...
0:03:57 > 0:04:02- ..that was presented by Ffion Hague.
0:04:03 > 0:04:06- Mamwlad discussed an array - of interesting Welsh women...
0:04:07 > 0:04:10- ..from across the centuries - and from all walks of life.
0:04:10 > 0:04:14- Mamwlad featured Gwenllian, - the daughter of Gruffudd ap Cynan...
0:04:15 > 0:04:21- ..Katheryn of Berain who has been - called the Mother of Wales...
0:04:21 > 0:04:29- ..and modern day figures such as - Laura Ashley and Kate Roberts.
0:04:29 > 0:04:37- Kate Roberts wrote many letters - to Saunders Lewis.
0:04:37 > 0:04:44- Many people remember Laura Ashley.
0:04:44 > 0:04:52- We all wore her clothes...
0:04:52 > 0:04:59- ..and felt fantastic - in those outfits.
0:05:00 > 0:05:09- All those women - have left their mark on Wales.
0:05:09 > 0:05:17- They featured in three series - of Mamwlad.
0:05:17 > 0:05:24- Few women are remembered in history.
0:05:24 > 0:05:33- There aren't a lot of statues - of women in Wales.
0:05:34 > 0:05:43- We have to think - about Ann Griffiths.
0:05:43 > 0:05:48- We remember Ann Griffiths...
0:05:48 > 0:05:58- ..but people tend to focus more - on the men that surrounded her.
0:05:59 > 0:06:08- We've got some books on - some less prominent women.
0:06:09 > 0:06:16- We've got a book about - the governess...
0:06:17 > 0:06:26- ..of Princess Catherine.
0:06:26 > 0:06:35- A lot of other women - have left their mark in history.
0:06:35 > 0:06:45- There's a book called - Turning The Tide...
0:06:47 > 0:06:50- ..about a very important woman...
0:06:50 > 0:06:59- ..who played a massive role - in industry.
0:06:59 > 0:07:05- Elizabeth Andrews OBE - was an author...
0:07:05 > 0:07:10- ..and one of the first female - organizers within the Labour Party.
0:07:10 > 0:07:15- I've got a copy of her articles - that were published in a book...
0:07:15 > 0:07:19- ..called A Woman's Work - Is Never Done.
0:07:20 > 0:07:24- The cover of the books - shows Elizabeth protesting...
0:07:24 > 0:07:30- ..and she's accompanied - by one of her children.
0:07:30 > 0:07:38- She had a great life after this.
0:07:38 > 0:07:43- One of her great successes...
0:07:43 > 0:07:49- ..was the opening of the - first nursery school in Wales.
0:07:49 > 0:07:54- The late Dr John Davies - said in his book Hanes Cymru:
0:07:54 > 0:08:00- "You could argue that Welsh history - plotted to ignore...
0:08:00 > 0:08:03- "..half of our population!"
0:08:03 > 0:08:07- We'll hear about more historic women - from Dr Elin in the coming weeks.
0:08:07 > 0:08:11- Don't forget to contact us with your - questions or any of your stories.
0:08:11 > 0:08:14- Thanks to R Geraint Williams - for his email...
0:08:15 > 0:08:19- ..in response to yesterday's - feature about recruiting teachers.
0:08:19 > 0:08:23- Geraint told us about TASC that - promoted teaching as a career...
0:08:24 > 0:08:28- ..during 1987 and 1995...
0:08:28 > 0:08:32- ..and provided Welsh language - material for teachers in Wales.
0:08:32 > 0:08:37- Geraint organized events - to recruit teachers...
0:08:37 > 0:08:40- ..and provided videos, - bilingual books...
0:08:40 > 0:08:45- ..and promoted TASC at the - Urdd and National Eisteddfods.
0:08:45 > 0:08:49- The work was funded by the - Department of Education in England.
0:08:49 > 0:08:54- Geraint secured more funding - after visiting Lord Wyn Roberts...
0:08:54 > 0:08:57- ..who worked with - the Secretary of State for Wales.
0:08:58 > 0:09:01- He says that ERW isn't - a new recruitment scheme...
0:09:01 > 0:09:05- ..and that it's a shame it's taken - so long to reintroduce the scheme.
0:09:05 > 0:09:09- Thanks to Geraint for contacting us.
0:09:09 > 0:09:13- Call us with your comments - or questions on 01554 880 880...
0:09:14 > 0:09:17- ..or email - prynhawnda@tinopolis.com
0:09:17 > 0:09:22- Write to Prynhawn Da, Tinopolis, - Park Street, Llanelli, SA15 3YE.
0:09:22 > 0:09:24- We look forward to hearing from you.
0:09:24 > 0:09:28- After the break...
0:09:28 > 0:09:32- ..Angela Killa is here to chat about - the importance of making a will.
0:09:32 > 0:09:36- Rhodri Gomer shows how sport can - promote bilingualism in Wales.
0:09:37 > 0:09:40- Join us in a few minutes.
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0:09:50 > 0:09:52- Welcome back.
0:09:53 > 0:09:55- It's Free Wills Month.
0:09:56 > 0:10:01- Here to discuss the importance - of making a will is Angela Killa.
0:10:01 > 0:10:03- Welcome to the programme.
0:10:06 > 0:10:16- What is a will - and why do we need one?
0:10:21 > 0:10:31- A will is a document that you - prepare before your death.
0:10:32 > 0:10:38- It states what you want to do with - your estate and funeral plans.
0:10:38 > 0:10:44- What if you don't have will?
0:10:45 > 0:10:50- Rules of intestacy will apply - if you don't have a will.
0:10:50 > 0:10:57- These rules decide how your assets - and possessions will be shared.
0:10:57 > 0:11:07- People who you want to inherit your - possessions may not get anything.
0:11:14 > 0:11:23- It's important that you make a will - when you are young.
0:11:23 > 0:11:30- When should you make a will?
0:11:30 > 0:11:40- Many people associate it - with older people.
0:11:44 > 0:11:52- However, I would recommend that - you put everything on paper...
0:11:52 > 0:11:54- ..when you're at a young age.
0:11:55 > 0:12:05- Many young people don't think - they will have anything to leave.
0:12:07 > 0:12:16- Can anyone make a will themselves?
0:12:16 > 0:12:22- I recommend that you - have professional advice...
0:12:22 > 0:12:25- ..about making a will.
0:12:25 > 0:12:33- You can make a will on your own.
0:12:33 > 0:12:43- But I recommend that you seek - legal advice.
0:12:48 > 0:12:57- Some wills are cheap enough - through charities...
0:12:57 > 0:13:05- ..but normally you would pay - around 200.
0:13:06 > 0:13:12- You may die and leave children - under the age of 18 years old.
0:13:12 > 0:13:22- Arrange who will take guardianship - of your children after your death.
0:13:26 > 0:13:30- I recommend that you have advice - when children...
0:13:30 > 0:13:40- ..and a funeral is involved.
0:13:45 > 0:13:53- Solicitors keep a will - in their workplace.
0:13:54 > 0:13:59- It's also important to tell - your family where your will is.
0:13:59 > 0:14:09- Inform them - where you have stored it.
0:14:09 > 0:14:12- What if you leave behind any pets?
0:14:14 > 0:14:24- Make a will if you want to leave a - pet in the care of someone specific.
0:14:30 > 0:14:39- You may want to speak to the person - who will have you pet beforehand.
0:14:39 > 0:14:49- Discuss it all with a solicitor.
0:14:50 > 0:15:00- You may own a house - that has increased in price.
0:15:05 > 0:15:09- You could pay 40% tax if you're - estate is worth over 325,000.
0:15:10 > 0:15:15- This 40% tax is called Inheritance - Tax and is paid to the government.
0:15:16 > 0:15:21- There's a coffee morning at - Caersalem Vestry in Pontyberem...
0:15:22 > 0:15:25- ..tomorrow from 10.30am - until midday.
0:15:26 > 0:15:32- Last week, the former rugby player, - Jonathan Davies hit the headlines.
0:15:32 > 0:15:36- He said that sports people - feared speaking Welsh...
0:15:37 > 0:15:41- ..as they thought people - would criticize them.
0:15:43 > 0:15:48- Rhodri Gomer shows how sport helps - to normalize bilingualism in Wales.
0:15:51 > 0:15:53- The memories live on.
0:15:55 > 0:16:02- Bale, Ramsey, Williams and the lads - put Wales on the international map.
0:16:02 > 0:16:08- The way the team adopted the Welsh - language was just as memorable...
0:16:08 > 0:16:13- ..from their press conferences - to their use of social media.
0:16:16 > 0:16:21- I've never felt so proud to be Welsh - as I did during that time in France.
0:16:22 > 0:16:28- The Welsh language had an equal - status alongside other languages.
0:16:28 > 0:16:32- It seemed natural to use it - in press conferences.
0:16:32 > 0:16:38- For us to get the support of the - nation and not just football fans...
0:16:38 > 0:16:44- ..we had to show that playing - for Wales meant something to them.
0:16:44 > 0:16:49- The players and association - had the responsibility to do this.
0:16:50 > 0:16:55- The Welsh campaign in France - gave the language a platform...
0:16:55 > 0:16:58- ..that had never been seen before.
0:16:58 > 0:17:03- The language was used - in official UEFA conferences...
0:17:03 > 0:17:07- ..and it raised the profile - of the language.
0:17:07 > 0:17:13- Journalists who follow England - knew nothing of the Welsh language.
0:17:13 > 0:17:19- Ian and Owain attended an event - at the Sports Campus in Leckwith...
0:17:19 > 0:17:23- ..organized by - the Cardiff and Vale College...
0:17:24 > 0:17:28- ..that aimed to promote bilingualism - in the sporting world.
0:17:29 > 0:17:34- The bilingual conference - is for students from across Wales.
0:17:34 > 0:17:39- They can listen to people - and our guest speakers...
0:17:39 > 0:17:45- ..who show that being bilingual is - important in their sporting careers.
0:17:45 > 0:17:50- We're here to show the value - of the Welsh language...
0:17:50 > 0:17:56- ..and show the young people that - being bilingual is advantageous.
0:17:56 > 0:18:01- I show the opportunities I've had - thanks to the Welsh language.
0:18:02 > 0:18:07- After I finished playing, I didn't - know what I was going to do.
0:18:07 > 0:18:13- I could speak Welsh although my use - of the language still isn't great!
0:18:13 > 0:18:18- I worked with Radio Cymru - and other programmes about sport...
0:18:19 > 0:18:23- ..and got the programme, Jonathan - as a result of it.
0:18:24 > 0:18:30- It doesn't matter if you inject some - English into a Welsh conversation...
0:18:30 > 0:18:34- ..but you should just try - and it will help you improve.
0:18:35 > 0:18:41- If it wasn't for the Welsh language, - I wouldn't be working for the Urdd.
0:18:41 > 0:18:46- The language thrives in sports clubs - in the Urdd and in schools.
0:18:47 > 0:18:52- I love seeing Welsh rugby - and football players speaking Welsh.
0:18:53 > 0:18:56- It sets a great example - to our children.
0:18:57 > 0:19:01- I currently play - wheelchair basketball...
0:19:01 > 0:19:08- ..but hope to coach - local and international teams.
0:19:08 > 0:19:13- At the moment, very few coaches - in this sport speak Welsh...
0:19:13 > 0:19:17- ..so I think it would - help the sport a lot.
0:19:18 > 0:19:24- We've shown that you don't need to - be embarrassed about the language...
0:19:24 > 0:19:28- ..and you shouldn't fear - using the language.
0:19:29 > 0:19:35- At Euro 2016, multilingualism - and bilingualism was very natural...
0:19:35 > 0:19:39- ..so it shouldn't be - any different in Wales.
0:19:39 > 0:19:44- The Football Association of Wales - paved the way in Euro 2016...
0:19:45 > 0:19:50- ..but we need to build on it - and show that the Welsh language...
0:19:50 > 0:19:54- ..is a valuable resource - in the sporting world.
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0:20:09 > 0:20:11- Welcome back to Prynhawn Da.
0:20:12 > 0:20:20- In a moment, we take a nap with - Carys to mark National Bed Month.
0:20:20 > 0:20:23- Ben Davies from Caerphilly reveals - some of his prized possessions.
0:20:24 > 0:20:27- Stay tuned for all this and more!
0:20:30 > 0:20:34- Our next guest is the businessman - from Cardiff, Owen Derbyshire.
0:20:34 > 0:20:36- After buying his first house...
0:20:36 > 0:20:40- ..Owen discovered that buying - a new home was very long-winded...
0:20:40 > 0:20:44- ..so he started a venture that aims - to make the process much easier.
0:20:44 > 0:20:53- Welcome to the programme, Owen.
0:20:53 > 0:21:02- You had trouble buying a house.
0:21:03 > 0:21:07- Buying a house is very long-winded.
0:21:07 > 0:21:11- There are so many things - that you need to consider.
0:21:12 > 0:21:17- It can be very confusing.
0:21:18 > 0:21:25- A lot of people can confuse - the process...
0:21:25 > 0:21:28- ..and have made a business out - of it.
0:21:28 > 0:21:32- The company is called Properr.
0:21:32 > 0:21:37- We established Properr in 2015.
0:21:37 > 0:21:42- Properr simplifies the - property purchasing process.
0:21:42 > 0:21:48- We help all involved - in the sale or purchase of a home.
0:21:49 > 0:21:56- After making the offer on a house...
0:21:56 > 0:22:04- ..the following process can - take up to about three months.
0:22:04 > 0:22:09- A lot of people want to move - from their home...
0:22:09 > 0:22:15- ..as soon as possible.
0:22:15 > 0:22:22- There's a lot of paperwork...
0:22:22 > 0:22:27- ..being sent to various parties.
0:22:27 > 0:22:31- We want to cut down this process...
0:22:31 > 0:22:38- ..so that it only takes a day - or two...
0:22:38 > 0:22:43- ..as opposed to taking three months!
0:22:43 > 0:22:47- It can be very complicated.
0:22:47 > 0:22:56- A lot of people get confused.
0:22:57 > 0:23:06- The experts are there to help...
0:23:06 > 0:23:10- ..but you shouldn't need - to pay a solicitor...
0:23:11 > 0:23:15- ..for sending paperwork...
0:23:15 > 0:23:21- ..from one place to the next!
0:23:21 > 0:23:31- They are experts in their field.
0:23:36 > 0:23:41- have you got experience - in this field?
0:23:41 > 0:23:48- I did a lot of work...
0:23:48 > 0:23:54- ..with some small businesses.
0:23:54 > 0:24:00- I helped them with marketing.
0:24:01 > 0:24:07- I've always been interested - in working with apps.
0:24:07 > 0:24:16- I found that the whole house-buying - process was complicated...
0:24:16 > 0:24:20- ..so I started the business.
0:24:22 > 0:24:27- We have ten members of staff...
0:24:27 > 0:24:31- ..and have secured - more funding yesterday...
0:24:31 > 0:24:35- ..so that we can expand - in the future.
0:24:36 > 0:24:43- Do the public come to you?
0:24:43 > 0:24:52- Properr is an online portal that - can efficiently monitor progress...
0:24:53 > 0:24:59- ..and is a secure place for parties - to upload relevant documentations.
0:24:59 > 0:25:06- We hope to work with insurance - companies in the future too.
0:25:06 > 0:25:10- If you could offer someone - three pieces of advice...
0:25:10 > 0:25:14- ..when it comes to buying - or selling a property...
0:25:14 > 0:25:24- ..what would that advice be?
0:25:24 > 0:25:30- At the moment, there isn't - a need to rush this process.
0:25:30 > 0:25:33- A lot of people might wait - for a while...
0:25:33 > 0:25:41- ..before selling their homes.
0:25:41 > 0:25:46- The current market - is favouring buyers.
0:25:46 > 0:25:51- There's a number of Help-To-Buy - schemes around at the moment...
0:25:51 > 0:26:01- ..so you should - take advantage of them.
0:26:05 > 0:26:10- The government can help - with the deposits for your home.
0:26:11 > 0:26:14- You won't get to use the funding - that they give you...
0:26:14 > 0:26:19- ..for the deposit.
0:26:20 > 0:26:24- We remain in the home by moving - to our interior design feature.
0:26:24 > 0:26:29- First, we'd like to introduce - some special guests to the studio.
0:26:29 > 0:26:32- Yes, it's the pupils of - Ysgol Bryniago from Pontarddulais.
0:26:32 > 0:26:34- Hello to you all!
0:26:35 > 0:26:39- They are all studying the media - so are visiting us today...
0:26:39 > 0:26:42- ..and are very well behaved.
0:26:43 > 0:26:47- We haven't heard a peep out of them - all afternoon.
0:26:47 > 0:26:50- I don't know what they will have - learnt from us, Sian!
0:26:50 > 0:26:54- No, but it's lovely - that they can join us.
0:26:55 > 0:26:57- It's National Bed Month.
0:26:57 > 0:27:01- The bed is an important piece - of furniture in everyone's home.
0:27:01 > 0:27:06- Carys Tudor - joins us with some tips...
0:27:06 > 0:27:13- ..on how to get - a good night's sleep.
0:27:14 > 0:27:22- It's believed that everyone should - get seven to eight hours of sleep...
0:27:22 > 0:27:28- ..in order to live - a healthy lifestyle.
0:27:28 > 0:27:33- Over 70% have less than - this amount of sleep.
0:27:34 > 0:27:37- This affects our health...
0:27:37 > 0:27:43- ..and our mental health.
0:27:43 > 0:27:52- Sleep should be part - of our lives...
0:27:52 > 0:27:54- ..in order for us - to function properly.
0:27:54 > 0:28:01- ..in order for us - to function property.
0:28:02 > 0:28:08- Lack of sleep can affect us all.
0:28:08 > 0:28:15- There are treatments...
0:28:16 > 0:28:21- ..that can help with insomnia.
0:28:21 > 0:28:27- You can make changes - to your bedroom...
0:28:27 > 0:28:34- ..to help you better.
0:28:34 > 0:28:39- Those who earn more - tend to sleep better!
0:28:39 > 0:28:46- They don't have many worries - as the rest of us.
0:28:46 > 0:28:51- It's important - to surround yourself...
0:28:52 > 0:28:58- ..with tranquil colours...
0:28:58 > 0:29:04- ..that will not entertain - your brain!
0:29:04 > 0:29:12- You should try to stay cool.
0:29:12 > 0:29:19- Photographs that make you smile - and keep you happy...
0:29:19 > 0:29:25- ..are also important.
0:29:25 > 0:29:31- You should have a dim light...
0:29:31 > 0:29:37- ..that isn't too shocking - if you need to get up in the night.
0:29:37 > 0:29:43- It's important to surround yourself - with items...
0:29:43 > 0:29:50- ..that help you to relax.
0:29:50 > 0:29:55- You can take a bath - before going to bed...
0:29:55 > 0:30:02- ..as it will help you relax.
0:30:02 > 0:30:08- Essential oils can help too...
0:30:08 > 0:30:14- ..but not if you're pregnant...
0:30:14 > 0:30:18- ..or in a child's room.
0:30:19 > 0:30:26- Candles are great too...
0:30:26 > 0:30:33- ..but make sure you blow it out - before you go to sleep!
0:30:33 > 0:30:40- I've got a fleece that - is great for the mattress.
0:30:40 > 0:30:46- It will keep you snug!
0:30:46 > 0:30:53- There's some great duvets.
0:30:53 > 0:30:59- You don't want anything too thick...
0:30:59 > 0:31:03- ..as you want something comfortable.
0:31:03 > 0:31:09- Pillows are important.
0:31:10 > 0:31:15- You need to be comfortable.
0:31:16 > 0:31:19- Memory foam is great...
0:31:20 > 0:31:25- ..if you like a depth - to your pillows.
0:31:25 > 0:31:32- Cushions are great...
0:31:32 > 0:31:37- ..and they can be moved - if you don't need them.
0:31:37 > 0:31:42- You should wear - something comfortable...
0:31:43 > 0:31:50- ..when you're in bed.
0:31:51 > 0:31:59- There's some lovely pyjamas - and dressing gowns.
0:32:00 > 0:32:09- It's all about creating - a relaxing atmosphere.
0:32:09 > 0:32:15- Avoid having a television - or telephone in the room.
0:32:15 > 0:32:18- I don't know what to say about pets!
0:32:18 > 0:32:22- After the break, we hear - about the prized possessions...
0:32:22 > 0:32:25- ..of Ben Jones from Caerphilly.
0:32:25 > 0:32:28- Join us in a few minutes.
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0:32:36 > 0:32:38- Welcome back.
0:32:39 > 0:32:44- Mari Grug from the Heno team - has joined us in the studio.
0:32:44 > 0:32:49- Welcome to the programme, Mari.
0:32:50 > 0:32:54- It's 70 years since the country was - hit by severe snowfall.
0:32:55 > 0:32:58- Rhodri Gomer is in Aberystwyth...
0:32:59 > 0:33:06- ..and shares some of your memories - of the heavy snow of 1947.
0:33:06 > 0:33:14- Don't forget to contact us if - you remember the snowfall of 1947.
0:33:14 > 0:33:19- I'm joined in the studio - by Shan Crofft and Sian Meinir.
0:33:19 > 0:33:25- We'll be discussing the various - Eisteddfods that are held in Wales.
0:33:25 > 0:33:29- They chat about a new scheme from - the Eisteddfod Society in Wales...
0:33:30 > 0:33:32- ..that offers vocal workshops.
0:33:34 > 0:33:39- Is your garden worth seeing or - has a friend got a fantastic garden?
0:33:40 > 0:33:45- The presenter, Aled Sam is looking - for gardens of all shapes and sizes.
0:33:46 > 0:33:50- It's for a new series - about the gardens of Wales.
0:33:53 > 0:33:58- There's no place better to get - some inspiration for the garden...
0:33:58 > 0:34:01- ..than in a garden centre.
0:34:01 > 0:34:06- Although it's winter, there's - plenty going on under the soil.
0:34:07 > 0:34:12- There's nothing entertaining about a - couple of worms shuffling around...
0:34:13 > 0:34:16- ..or a few bulbs - sprouting out of sight.
0:34:17 > 0:34:22- From the spring, we're filming - a series about gardens in Wales.
0:34:23 > 0:34:28- Not just any old gardens, mind you, - but some very different gardens.
0:34:28 > 0:34:31- Gardens full of hedges and trees...
0:34:31 > 0:34:33- ..prickly gardens...
0:34:33 > 0:34:39- ..gardens with collections, but I'm - not sure about pigs on motorbikes.
0:34:40 > 0:34:43- Gardens with interesting - arrangements...
0:34:44 > 0:34:47- ..or colourful gardens.
0:34:48 > 0:34:52- If it's interesting - and you'd like us to film it...
0:34:52 > 0:34:54- ..get in touch.
0:34:54 > 0:34:57- It could be you on the programme.
0:34:57 > 0:35:00- Make sure you contact Aled.
0:35:01 > 0:35:05- We close today's programme - with Ben Jones...
0:35:05 > 0:35:09- ..who joins us to chat about - his most prized possessions.
0:35:09 > 0:35:14- Welcome to the programme, Ben.
0:35:15 > 0:35:20- You currently live in Caerphilly - but where are you from originally?
0:35:20 > 0:35:25- I was raised in Cwmgors between the - Amman Valley and Swansea Valley.
0:35:26 > 0:35:32- I went to the school in Cwmgors and - the grammar school in Pontardawe.
0:35:32 > 0:35:38- I was a teacher for 20 years.
0:35:38 > 0:35:46- I was a headmaster at Ysgol Ynyswen, - Ysgol Treorci and Ysgol Caerffili.
0:35:46 > 0:35:51- They were all primary schools.
0:35:51 > 0:36:01- I have fond memories as a teacher.
0:36:02 > 0:36:08- The story behind this photo - is linked to my 50th birthday.
0:36:08 > 0:36:15- My ambition has always been to get - behind the wheel of a double-decker.
0:36:15 > 0:36:22- It's been a childhood ambition.
0:36:22 > 0:36:28- My wife took me away for a weekend - for my birthday.
0:36:28 > 0:36:33- I opened a present.
0:36:33 > 0:36:41- There was a hat inside it.
0:36:52 > 0:36:59- We went to Merthyr and met a man - who taught people to drive a bus.
0:36:59 > 0:37:09- For my birthday, I had a lesson - on how to drive a double-decker bus.
0:37:12 > 0:37:20- There were two gears - to move backwards.
0:37:20 > 0:37:27- I drove a return route - from Merthyr to Abercynon.
0:37:27 > 0:37:32- It was a fantastic present.
0:37:32 > 0:37:38- I have framed the photograph.
0:37:38 > 0:37:45- I recall the James Bus in Ammanford - as a child.
0:37:45 > 0:37:55- I wanted to be a bus driver - if I wasn't a teacher.
0:37:58 > 0:38:07- This bus in the photo - is from around 1968.
0:38:07 > 0:38:17- They wanted to change the buses - to one-man-operated.
0:38:24 > 0:38:34- Double-deckers - had an entrance at the back.
0:38:39 > 0:38:45- They wanted to have an entrance - at the front of the bus.
0:38:45 > 0:38:50- One of my prized possessions - is this World War I medal.
0:38:51 > 0:38:54- This medal belonged - to my great-uncle.
0:38:55 > 0:38:59- My great-uncle was Rhys Jones.
0:39:00 > 0:39:02- He fought in the Great War.
0:39:03 > 0:39:09- The family claim that he went to - fight in Salonika in World War I.
0:39:09 > 0:39:11- He died on his second day.
0:39:12 > 0:39:18- My great-uncle was 37 when he died.
0:39:18 > 0:39:23- But Armistice Day occurred - shortly after his demise.
0:39:23 > 0:39:28- It's believed that Rhys - was killed on 6 October.
0:39:28 > 0:39:34- Germany signed an armistice - on 11 November 1918.
0:39:34 > 0:39:40- It was such a loss.
0:39:40 > 0:39:44- Next, I have a house key.
0:39:45 > 0:39:53- This key opens the back door - to our family home.
0:39:53 > 0:39:57- The key is made from heavy iron - and weighs a ton!
0:39:57 > 0:39:59- The key is too heavy to carry.
0:40:00 > 0:40:06- The key is kept under a coal bucket - next the back door.
0:40:06 > 0:40:09- We live in a close-knit - mining community.
0:40:11 > 0:40:17- Locals tied their house key to the - door knocker on a piece of string.
0:40:18 > 0:40:24- They'd pull the string with the - key on it out of the letterbox.
0:40:24 > 0:40:29- There wasn't any point locking - the door.
0:40:29 > 0:40:34- It proves the closeness - in the community.
0:40:34 > 0:40:39- There was always someone - in the house too.
0:40:39 > 0:40:49- were always at home.
0:40:50 > 0:41:00- Widows of miners would take coal - from a tip at the end of the street.
0:41:01 > 0:41:07- Many miners died from lung disease.
0:41:07 > 0:41:13- A policeman would come and check - if someone was stealing the coal.
0:41:13 > 0:41:23- The neighbours would keep - the policeman talking.
0:41:35 > 0:41:37- Nobody broke the law then!
0:41:38 > 0:41:42- Until tomorrow, it's a very - good afternoon to you all.
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