2015 – That was the year that was
So that’s 2015 done and dusted then. Where did that go to? Not much happened in 2015, did it? Oh, actually, maybe it did… The…
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A quiet week?
The last couple of weeks have been physically and emotionally draining. I’ve had so much on, I haven’t known whether I’ve been coming or going….
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The French exchange: Loud ‘n’ Proud
My teenage son is many things. But he is rarely caring or responsible. He’s not a bad kid by any means, but he’s a typical…
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The French exchange (Treating the house like a hotel)
After my son enjoyed his trip to France on the French exchange so much, I was looking forward to the return visit. I had high…
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Project 365 2015 Week 26
Week 26! Halfway through the year! June is always a busy week and this has been one of the busiest weeks I can remember. I’ve…
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The Kids: Loud ‘n’ Proud
For once, I realise I haven’t got a particular achievement to focus on for Loud ‘n’ Proud. So I’ve decided to share a round-up of…
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Project 365 2015 Week 22
It’s half term. It’s been a nice, relaxing week, but not exactly exciting! Here’s our week in pictures… Day 144 – Sunday 24th May –…
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Return from the French exchange
My son’s bus arrived back at school just before midnight, a week after he’d set off for his French exchange. I hadn’t been worried for…
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Things I wonder (the French exchange)
My son is away on a French exchange and I can’t stop wondering. About him. About if he’s OK. About France and if it’s changed…
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Brother and sister
With their brother away on his French exchange, my younger two children seem different. Like there’s a weight off their shoulders. They seem happier, lighter,…
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The peanut allergy and the risk assessment
My eldest has a peanut allergy. I’ll be honest, we don’t give it much thought. The rest of us love peanut butter and having a…
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The French exchange
So my son has gone away on his French exchange. He’s not overly keen on French, so I was surprised (but pleased) when he said…
