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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

In two sleeps Baby Bea will be one Our beautiful bringer of joy Our rainbow Our Hope I should be feeling so happy So proud Instead my heart is breaking Splintering Shards of broken heart Pierce every fibre of my … Continue reading →

The summer holidays are here And like many new teachers And teachers moving schools or classrooms I am in an excited state of planning and preparing for Autumn Sadly my summer has had something of a set back The school … Continue reading →