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January is finally over! It really did seem to last forever! But now just a week left until half term and the days are getting longer: it really does lift the mood for everyone. So this week has been a busy one with lots of exam invigilation, governors’ meetings and helping Toffee recover from her […]

The end of an era. No, not January, which is still going on! I have had both of these cups for about 30 years, using them almost everyday. Is it just me or do hot drinks taste a particular way in a special cup? These cups aren’t special in themselves but I have used them […]

Well it’s certainly been a chilly one this week! Most days have not made it above freezing and the nights have been -6! My word of the week seems to be ‘layers’ as I have repeatedly nagged the kids to layer up to stay warm: why won’t they do up their coats/wear hat or gloves??? […]

The calm before the storm! Next week is going to be manic so I have been trying to reserve my energy. Unfortunately I’ve had a cough all week so not had much sleep! In other news, there was a tiny bit of snow but not enough to photograph 🙁 My weekday photo is Beaver badge […]

Day 359: the kids and Chris went to see his mum but I stayed home with the dogs and got all the wrapping done (early for us!) Day 360: Christmas Eve babies! well done Caramel, they are gorgeous! Day 361: patiently waiting to open their stockings… Day 362: Matthew ‘eating’ crackers Day 363: time to […]