Category Archives: Awards

Eight years

Posted on April 16, 2020 by Helen

Today, I received an email from WordPress, congratulating me on blogging with them for eight years. Goodness, these eight years have passed quickly and WordPress has become such a fixture in my life, I really can’t imagine not blogging now. … Continue reading →

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An ice-covered pond

Posted on November 20, 2019 by Helen

It’s a while since I’ve blogged about the pond in the back garden. Basically, there hasn’t been anything of note to write about. Until the first frost hit the garden yesterday. The photo above doesn’t do justice to the layer … Continue reading →

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2013 in review

Posted on January 3, 2014 by Helen

Stats are always interesting but the interaction with other bloggers is the best! Continue reading →

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Appreciation!

Posted on June 24, 2013 by Helen

I was touched last Friday when one of my students who was leaving after three terms with us presented me with the birds featured in the photo above. It is always comforting to know that your hard work and care … Continue reading →

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Britain in Bloom

Posted on June 29, 2012 by Helen

I’ve been under the weather with hayfever over the last week but had taken a half day’s annual leave on Wednesday to help my village win our part of the competition Britain in Bloom, so met up with the other … Continue reading →

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