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Scrunch in Sand and Water

Posted on August 19, 2015 by Jennie

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There is nothing my children like more Than a spot of sensory play The messier the better! Recently we have been busy with sand and water play Our messy play has been a little limited Since Bea has been on … Continue reading →

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A Bad Bad Day

Posted on August 16, 2015 by Jennie

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Today is not a good Mummy day I am not enjoying being mummy at the moment Bea is one She is wonderful Esther and William are 5 They are thriving and full on Especially William Their demands are so different … Continue reading →

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Drive Time

Posted on August 15, 2015 by Jennie

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It will soon be two and a half years since Tilda died Two and a half years since the irrational fear of driving my car began I have never been a massively confident driver But before Tilda died I would … Continue reading →

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Teaching Computer Scientists of the Future

Posted on August 14, 2015 by Jennie

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As I return to the classroom this September I return not only to teaching the children in my class But also leading a curriculum area At university I specialised in English It will always be my first love My true … Continue reading →

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Remembering Me

Posted on August 9, 2015 by Jennie

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It is funny how your focus can change It has been 5 years since I was last in a classroom 5 years since I was last immersed in education Part of a teaching and learning team I am getting ready … Continue reading →

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Vacations on the Other Side of the World

Posted on August 7, 2015 by Jennie

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If you have seen Europe and Mexico and are looking a bit further afield for your next vacation, your timing is perfect to enjoy the renaissance of cities located almost halfway around the world from North America. From the bottom … Continue reading →

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The Pressure of a Name!

Posted on August 6, 2015 by Jennie

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Naming a baby is one of the most exciting things It is such an honour Such a responsibility To give a child a name Their names Your children’s given names I loved naming our children You can read the stories … Continue reading →

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The Ugly Bug Ball

Posted on August 4, 2015 by Jennie

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On the 24th July 2015 Esther and William turned 5 They were so excited on their birthday eve So happy when they woke and rushed downstairs In their birthday pyjamas “Are we 5 yet, Mummy? Are we 5?” Before any … Continue reading →

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Top 10 Books for Reluctant Readers

Posted on August 3, 2015 by Jennie

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I am very lucky that my children love books. They all have a huge appetite for words, for poems, storues and information books. They love to share and try to read for themselves. Our house is filled with books suitable … Continue reading →

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For The Girl Who Lived

Posted on August 3, 2015 by Jennie

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In my arms you lay A sleeping beauty A gentle giant of a baby At almost a year You finally have A whisper of hair Similar to William in colour Your eyes are dark Lashes long And in the flash … Continue reading →

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