If you’ve followed the blog for a few years you may well remember the distress we’ve had here over Sports Day in the past. It’s been my son’s least favourite day of the school year since he joined Nursery class aged 4. Last year that was a little change, he joined in and won his…Continue reading Sports Day in Year Three
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Animal magic moments and more
We’ve been making more memories over the last few days as time and again my 7 year old son has tried new things and enjoyed them. He’s taking more risks and just being more relaxed about new experiences. He’s still not going to be rock climbing or high rope walking any time soon, but more…Continue reading Animal magic moments and more
Blossoming confidence aged 7 years 4 months
Monkey has gone back to school today, and although at times he has driven me mad, in general he’s been a pleasure to spend time with. It’s been wonderful to watch his blossoming confidence aged 7 years 4 months, this April. From trying new experiences in London, and coping with staying away from home to going…Continue reading Blossoming confidence aged 7 years 4 months
New highs in October
As I look ahead to Monkey turning 7 next month, I’m reminded of some new highs in October. My lovely, timid child is changing in so many ways, slowly coming out of his shell and joining in with activities. Towards the end of last month we celebrated Daddy P’s birthday with a weekend away in…Continue reading New highs in October
Joining in with Sports Day
You might have read my post yesterday, it’s fair to say that Sports Day is not a date on the calendar that’s looked forward to with any great fondness. Monkey doesn’t like it, in fact that’s quite an understatement. Joining in with Sports Day just doesn’t happen here. We woke up yesterday, it wasn’t raining,…Continue reading Joining in with Sports Day
Roller coasters and suspension bridges
Sometimes life seems like one long roller coaster ride, with so many highs and a few lows along the way. Our recent holiday was a real high point, we made lots of memories and saw Monkey’s confidence take another step forward. The last few weeks has been all about roller coasters and suspension bridges, as Monkey…Continue reading Roller coasters and suspension bridges