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March 30, 2012

The Ugly Bug (Easter) Bonnet

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November 30, 2011

#WordlessWednesday: Strike! #N30 All Out (and about)

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October 18, 2011

The Case For Children’s Poetry

I was lucky enough to see the legendary Michael Rosen perform at the South Bank on National Poetry Day, to the squeals and shouts of delight of the children sat on the floor at the very front of the stage in the Royal … Continue reading →

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October 3, 2011

The Five Year Plan….nearly Four Years in.

My son ran into school this morning without a goodbye or a look behind him, despite complaints when he woke up that he didn’t want to go, and he would rather be at preschool. I think he’s settling in… I, … Continue reading →

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September 20, 2011

School’s Out! (til next week…)

All of a sudden I have my degree result, am buying books for my MA, trying to get childcare in place so I can attend the course induction, and most importantly, settling my son into school. After a great start … Continue reading →

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September 9, 2011

Starting School; Letting Go

My son started school yesterday and came out at 3.15 saying “It was brilliant Mum!” Surely what every parent wants to hear. I was so relieved. But all week I have been feeling desperately sad – I feel bereft. Paradoxically, … Continue reading →

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