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Well hi edu-tainment-at-your-fingertips blog. It's been a while again my old friend. So much has happened since my last post. Let me start first with Lillie. She's still as cool as ever and currently very excited about the imminent approach of Christmas. Our house is decked out with trees, lights and allsorts, a few days later this year, but very festive looking now. She has asked Santa for a

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Tasted yum and helped Lillie feel lots better!With Lillie on the mend, we headed for our local nature reserve on Friday. The weather was lovely and we had a lovely morning... Two white swans went swimming one day... ... and found their way over to Lillie! They got a little too close for Lillie's comfort though, whilst she fed them. I found it funny! Bad Mummy... At the outdoor gym! We have lots

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Since Monday morning, Lillie has been suffering from a cold. Thankfully, no temperature this time! Yet, the lethargic, unsettled nights, sore throat, runny nose, sneezes and plentiful supply of tissues symptoms have been present. So far, Judo and dance class have been abandoned in exchange for an extra dose of hugs and cuddles, curled up on the sofa under a blanket or tucked up in Mummy here's

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Lillie and I attempted our first go at making jam yesterday and even if I do say so myself it was successful. It looks, smells and definitely tastes yummy. We had just enough blackberries for one jar, which is all we wanted to start with. But, now we are planning on making more soon and think they will make lovely christmas presents. So from this...... to Lillie stirring continuously until all

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Lillie has loved having her new bike, so much so, that she drew a fabulous picture of it for me. Thought I would share it. Food, once again has been a high priority this week, and not for the reasons that it helps keep us alive, but more so in the fact that we have further harvested some more home grown veggies that have been a treat. Yesterday we enjoyed some home grown corn on the cob topped

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Liilie wanted this pic added - must be the "new top" effect! So have placed this first just for her.A lovely trip to the park and going for a bite to eat was had by all yesterday. Lillie and I met up with friends and Lillie made two more new ones. She enjoyed gathering things that had fallen from the trees with them. This gave her the idea to start a project, which she begun this morning. A

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These past two weeks have been lovely for Lillie, and indeed for myself. Firstly, Lillie was a bridesmaid the weekend before last. It came as a surprise for her, as she thought her Dad's wedding would be in September. Nevertheless, she enjoyed the day very much by all accounts and no doubt looked totally beautiful too. She was allowed to bring her bridesmaid dress etc home to use for dressing up

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Oh my goodness. How did we manage to miss it? I've only just noticed on this blog, even though we both knew it was coming! Well, it's been four years since my decision to not send Lillie to school. Hence, four years of a different life... ... Four years of fun, learning and many ups and some moments of downs. Would I change that for the world? Absolutely not! As for Lillie, well she really wants

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In the weeks that have followed my previous post, life for us has been moving along nicely. Lillie has continued engaging herself with her maths books. She hasn't wanted further one-to-one support or asked to try a new area, just simply working on some of the mathematical things we have covered so far. I view this as a step in the right direction, with regards to formal independent learning.

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Forget the Mercedes Benz, like in the song! Just give me the strength to get through another experience of ignorance please... Today I had to attend a mediation session that was scheduled for an hour. I only got 15 minutes! This mediation session was set up by Lillie's father, who wants more contact with her. For reasons I do not wish to go into at this present time, I have declined his request.

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Lillie had a fabulous time at her dance class yesterday. With it being the last one for the summer, the little people had the opportunity to dress up, play party games, eat party food (I was responsible for taking along sandwiches) before the presentation commenced. While the games etc were about to go into full swing, I left Lillie to it. It's the first time I have left her since she joined two

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It's been another fairly busy one here this week. It started with our Monday morning grocery shop, which saw us travel a little out of our way. The change of scene was nice though, the weather beautiful. So two happy faces amongst the crowd. On arrival back home and shopping unpacked, Lillie and I ventured out into our garden to collect some of our home grown salad to go with lunch. Home grown

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It's not unusual for children to tell fibs from time to time - I was told yesterday the reason Lillie does is because she doesn't go to school and have a normal life! Oh dear, oh dear! This person believes school is the best way for a child to receive an education and socialize. How strange, considering the same said person bunked off school for most of his secondary school life, 'officially'

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Well, Lillie was picked up about an hour and a half ago, so I have the house to myself this weekend. It's very quiet and strange with her gone. It always feels this way for the first part of the day. Then I usually occupy myself with whatever I have planned or otherwise. By the time tomorrow afternoon gets here, I will be so looking forward to her return. I miss her so much when we are apart.

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Lillie and I have been fairly busy with a number of projects at the moment. From D.I.Y (redecorated bathroom) to working on numeracy (multiplication, division and introducing fractions). With the weather being glorious, the garden has been a main place to be in, with a couple of adjustments with how it's looking. We ususally walk to Girls' Brigade, but the summer brings a more enjoyable time,

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Last weekend, Lillie was unable to spend the weekend with her Dad and family due to the measles. However, she spent the weekend with her Grandparents who live by the seaside. When she returned home Sunday, I tried my best to explain the measles to Lillie and how it can make a person feel, especially a young person. I've personally never had it, but have seen both my sisters experince it during

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Preparing for Easter... What a cute Easter bonnet... There was lots of choc to eat too !! Just some tasty, yum yum yum cake, Lillie and I just threw together. Actually when we finished making this, we did look at each other and say that we couldn't believe we had made it... Perseverance does pay off, doesn't it? :o) Lillie won!! Grrrr!! Rocco just being, well Rocco!! Other exciting news...

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With such wonderful weather over last weekend, Lillie and I made the walk to Greenwich via Blackheath and the park itself to attend a special performance at the Old Royal Naval College. We did stop for a packed lunch and popped into the Maritime Museum for a brief moment, seeing as we were in the area. The Maritime Museum and Old Naval College, which is partly used as a university... Outside the

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The Girls' and Boys' Brigade joined up last weekend to put on a display to show what they get up to at Brigade. The Explorers have been busy with a dance routine. Their chosen song was Firework by Katy Perry. The routine was fantastic and seeing Lillie overcome her nervousness and nausea half an hour before the display was wonderful. She danced her little heart out with a huge smile. As for me, I

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Hopefully the fruit and veggie patch will be bursting with life this year. We've made a start on sowing seeds - strawberry, lettuce, spring onion, and beetroot so far. Though, cheating has come into play with a tomato, cucumber and green pepper plants bought from our local garden centre. Naughty I know, but it reaches the same target nevertheless. A great little kit from a well known supermarket

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It's been lovely shedding the winter wear and getting into the spirit of spring time. With lots of seasonal changes and welcoming it with open arms, Lillie and I have been enjoying some days out in the neighbourhood. A trip to our local farm was delightful as well as educational. Lillie not only saw new life on the farm and some old friends, like Bob the shetland pony, but she also learnt about

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Friday morning began with an extra early start - a trip to The Maritime Museum in Greenwich had been planned in light of Lillie's australia project, in addition to also working on Captain James Cook last week. The bus there was hectic - I forget school children exist at times - I don't mean that in a bad way. It's just something I rarely consider these days. Anyhow, the school children were

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Last week and so far this week has been fun and productive. Lillie has been spending time on the internet, getting up to allsorts - BBC Bitesize, Merlin and watching High School Musical clips on YouTube. She' s really finding her way around the little surfer that she is. Though, it's time for a laptop cos this desktop just aint big enough for the both of us, lol. I can see arguments occurring in

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This year has begun with the decision to firstly finish off last year's projects. So, after shopping this morning, Lillie continued on with one - 'Australia'. This project has so far included map work, reading and researching - which will lead onto further research, such as Ned Kelly, Amy Johnson, Captain Cook and so forth. We've also discovered little facts, such as a message being thrown

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Lillie's bedroom tree Funny girl! Preppin' some cinnamon biscuits... ... The end result... Of course there were more than this pic is showing! One handmade card, created by Lillie, for our next door neighbours... ... Some christmas cinnamon biscuits for both of our next door neighbours, in handmade boxes...... Another homemade card, created by Lillie, for our other next door neighbours.Christmas

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Lillie and I are really beginning to feel in a festive mood. Plus with further snow fall makes this time of year all the more magical. The past week has been fun, with some work added to the mix -mainly, my short piece of fiction, for my first TMA being adapted in to a short film script! It's been very educational learning new techniques for creative writing, alot to remember, but very enjoyable

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I had a lovely surprise when picking up Lillie from GB last Thursday - homemade festive biscuits! Yum! I think this activity had something to do with working towards a badge, not entirely sure which one. I didn't overhear all that was said! The foyer smelled lovely with all the baking that had been going on during the past 90 minutes and Lillie looked so happy when she presented me with the ones

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Ooops! Excuse the little ironing pile to the right!!Lillie did open one little present in secret, so I wrapped it back up in different paper and put it back! Walls waiting for the canvasses Lillie will create in the New Year... We decided to give a potted tree a go this year, in the hope we can keep it in good health for next Christmas - only time will tell!!

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It's been fairly busy here with allsorts happening, some things beyond my control and some I've ignored. At times it's felt like being on a rollercoaster, not knowing what to expect next! As for HEdding, that's been going well and at times kept me sane! Though, my own studying has suffered a little - my concentration levels have been very minimal. I've been experiencing some on-going personal

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Lillie doing what she enjoys best! Beautiful... Some of Lillie's birthday cards and birthday flowers. Lillie finally with her pink Ukelele - the waiting is over! The Troublesome Two - Lillie with her 'Bro' Louis... Oh, and the Ukelele had to get a look in too!! Lillie and Catherine.Forever Friends... Lillie customised her Ukelele with stickers she received from her friends next door.

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Well the summer break has drawn to a close, Autumn is in the air :o) Lillie and I are nicely refreshed and ready for the next few months ahead of us. This past week has seen Lillie return to GB and myself return to studying. Our house has been almost completely organised, though some decorating in my spare time would be a bonus! Oh, and the back garden needs 'closing down' for the winter. Lillie

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Lillie's first 2 badges and more certificates that were awarded to her on the GB end of year presentation evening - I'm very proud of my girl :o) My card from Lillie, for passing my A215 course :o) While sorting through my 'life box' some weeks back, Lillie spotted my 'Tiny Tears' doll, that my Dad bought me for my 6th birthday. It's safe to say, 'Tiny' has now been adopted!! She has been given

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Things are going so well lately and the days have been speeding by. Many loose ends have been tied up and are continuing to be. There have also been some life changing decisions made and I can say that I am oozing with happiness. Lillie has been doing well too. She is very excited about approaching her 7th birthday and has made a countdown chart, which has been placed on her bedroom wall. She has

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Lillie with her GB Sports Day Certificate - well done, Darlin'... All the girls received 90 points in total, placing them 2nd out of 9 teams, in the Meridian District Sports Day - well done to them all!

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From starting and finishing this very nice story, that Lillie throughly loved and related very well to... ... this. I have to admit, I was delighted Lillie showed an interest in this fairly well used book. It was one of many, childhood favourites of mine. So, I'm enjoying revisiting it, as well as watching Lillie's face light up with her smiles and hearing her giggles. I wonder whether I looked

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Lillie has been enjoying working on two activites downloaded from the Nature Detectives website - a Wordsearch and a Flutterby mobile... First, Lillie read out the 8 words before locating them on the grid.All done! Lillie would like to do the next two - one with 12 words, the other with 25. A butterfly template - Lillie cut out most of the 8 various templates, before I drew around them on to

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After the excitment of Saturday's activity, yesterday was very relaxed for both of us. However, we still did plenty to keep ourselves entertained. The morning began with Lillie chatting on the phone with her Daddy - she wished him a Happy Father's Day and shared her news regarding her Sports Day. This was followed by a lovely walk and a Spag Bol was prepared together, when we returned home.

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Yesterday was a lovely day, we had a relaxed start to the morning followed by plenty of excitment for the afternoon's events. We were picked up just after lunchtime, to be taken to the Meridian District Sports Day which was held in Bromley. The journey saw Lillie and her friend Catherine in high spirits and looking forward to taking part in their chosen races. Both girls had opted for the 60

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I found Lillie tucked up in my bed on Wednesday morning. She was in study mode, with her library art books purposely placed, paper on her lap and pencil in hand, while watching the Cbeebies channel! She looked ever so focused and made it crystal clear to me that she did not want to be disturbed!! From this to...... to this later in the afternoon!The start of a painting...The finished product -

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We have been having a lovely time these past two-ish weeks with getting up to allsorts. Days spent chilling in doors, days in the garden, preparing for the World Cup, enjoying days out, including a trip to Clacton-on-Sea. The weather was very kind to us that day, Lillie loved the freedom of the beach, building sandcastles with moats and chatting to other children. It was also nice for me to be

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Coming soon to a Blog near you!!

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I thought I would simply share our pics of yesterday's trip. Lillie and I had a great time and hope to go again during this summer! Lillie under the wallpaper chair arch Big and small!Yeeeehaaaaa!!!A recommended 20p slot machine!"I would like one of these, Mum!"" Coooool man!" I really loved this.... 1950s dressing up costume. I wonder who for though? I reckon a great big kid! Perhaps for a Mum

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After all the extra pressure from studying over the last several weeks, last weekend was a totally relaxed and content one. It has done me the world of good. Not that I mind the extra hours I put in towards the end of my course, as I love and embrace any personal challenge I find myself in. However, being able to sit reading, watching tv/movies, chatting and reflecting, free from any course book

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You may have guessed from my post's title, that my current OU course has been completed. My ECA has probably reached Milton Keynes by now, ready for assessment in due course. Though, I will have to wait to the end of August for my overall course reults. So, here's hoping for another 60 points towards my (Honours).So, the extra time on my hands this summer, will be spent enjoying some more outdoor

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... since my last posting? Just goes to show how hectic its been here for the past month. Hectic in a good kind of way, I have to add. Well I shall start with Lillie - she is very well and has been extremely patient with me in relation to my studies (will come back to this later). However, we have still had plenty of fun time together - days out, days in, days in the garden, days reading and

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Today started out sunny then became a little overcast, but that didnt stop us from visiting one of our local favourite haunts! We took a trip to feed the ducks and squirrels which is always a nice way to spend our time. However, today was that little bit more special. While we stood on the bridge overlooking the ducks and Koi Carp in the moat, Lillie got chatting with one of the gardeners who

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Lillie and I took advantage of the fine weather yesterday by taking a stroll to our local garden centre. Lillie had some money to spend, so decided she would like some plants for her flower patch. I also treated her to a conifer that she chose, but didnt have enough money for. How could I refuse seeing as she is showing increasing amounts of enthusiasm for her own little space in the garden? When

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Lillie constructed a little obstacle course around the kitchen cupboards using wool for Rocco - he loved it! Despite his age being around 12 years, he sure hadnt lost his kittenhood. Believe it or not, some cats do love strawberries!!With the super sunny weather last Saturday, Lillie and I spent most of it in the garden having water fights, getting out the sand pit, bike, scooter and generally

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Some of Lillie's Chocolate Krispie Nests that she made for members of her family. She also made some for our next door neighbours too.Some goodies Lillie received herself minus the ones she had eaten!! (Despite my own feelings regarding some chocolate makers using non sustainable palm oil in their products, I am aware not everyone in Lillie's social circle may know what I have recently discovered

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Firstly, Happy Easter!Amongst the many things Lillie gets up to during her daily life, getting involved with some Easter projects has been fun for her too. Making cards was just the beginning before continuing on with a beautiful sequinned egg started at Girls' Brigade and finished at home. It didnt stop there, but shall leave the pics below to reveal what else she has been up to. Furthermore,

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Lillie has asked for her own patch to use as a flower garden this year. So, she has sown various seeds. She's delighted her sunflowers were the first to make an appearance.

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Lillie is now a true Explorer at Girls' Brigade. Doesnt she look happy in the pics below? She certainly feels it...She has also been working on the Explorer Knowledge book complete with The Girls' Brigade Motto.

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Dear Ms XEducation at Home: XX - D.O.B: XXThank you for your letter. I will not be returning the questionnaire included with your letter as it is not relevant to our style of education. However, please find enclosed a copy of a statement of philosophy of education including general aims and education provision. If you want further information, please contact me again. I would ask you to keep all

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Early this afternoon Lillie got busy with creating a cave in the front room. Though had an obstacle to overcome - one corner of a blanket would not stay put! Answer - a bulldog clip. One happy girl! Then she moved on to watching the England v Egypt game that was on last night. Seeing as I had already watched some of the match and knew the outcome, it felt quite strange my hearing her shout, "go

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Looks like there is an element of Rothko's work here with the block of sky...Complete with some safety issues: Beware of deep waterBeware of soft mudNo swimmingAfter Lillie added the safety awareness boxes, we found it amusing when along came a gorgeous chocolate labrador and bounded straight in for a quick swim! The ducks were not best pleased, but the dog cannot read afterall, so we think she

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I was left shocked and disgusted, including with myself for not knowing what I know now regarding Palm Oil production after watching the Panorama's Dying For a Biscuit last Monday. This led to a two hour long research session the next morning, informing myself further into the devastating effects this oil has on the planet. I have also joined the Facebook group Save the Orangutan - Ban Palm Oil!

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Well since my last posting I have turned 39! Its put me in a reflective mood and I can honestly say I am happy with the way my life is going right now. Im just loving what I am involved in and eager to achieve all the things I have planned for myself. Its kinda spiritually uplifting when you allow yourself time to reflect - even if youre not in an entirely good place, its really is just good

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The day so far has been spent in our dressing gowns! Getting dressed can wait until its time to get organised for Girls' Brigade this evening. So what have we been getting up to today then? Well we have covered some numeracy. Lillie is discovering and grasping quicker techniques while working on addition - its so great observing her encounter those 'light bulb' moments! We have also added to a

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Our cat Rocco has a tendency to follow Lillie & I a short distance each time we leave the house & is always waiting to greet us on our return home. Yesterday was no exception when we left home to do our weekly grocery shop. However, this time Rocco chose to extend the distance he is normally prepared to travel & was not easily persuaded when we started to shoo him back in to the direction he had

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While watching High School Musical III this morning, Lillie wanted to know exactly what 'Juilliard' is all about. All she really knew was that its located in New York & that two of the HSM characters (Ryan & Kelsi) have got a place there. I managed to give her a summary of what I know & further suggested we take a look on the internet. So we did! http://www.juilliard.edu/ A stunning website to

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Yesterday Lillie began her own blog all about food & drink! http://littlecooklillie.blogspot.com/ Its no secret that she has a passion for food & enjoys helping out in the kitchen as & when she can or instigates a baking session. Though Im not entirely sure where this eagerness to be involved has come from. Im no Gordon Ramsay when it comes to being out in the kitchen, unless its autumn/winter

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Since our involvement in making two custom made surgical gowns for Blue Peter's Send A Smile Appeal, Lillie is now following Helen Skelton on her attempt to kayak 2010 miles down the River Amazon for Sport Relief http://www.bbc.co.uk/cbbc/bluepeter/presenters-pets/helen/amazonmap.shtml Not only is Lillie watching Helen's progress on the tv show but has also become an online CBBC member where she

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After waking from a dream that I am having great difficulty separating myself from, I thought I would listen to & sing along with Florence & the Machine's album 'Lungs' while sitting here doing this posting! Lillie's in/out joining in & busting some moves too!! I did intend to upload more pics yesterday, but found myself being a temporary slave to time so had to abandon that until now!Well moving

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Lillie has finished her first Lapbook this week. I am really pleased with it & hope she continues to enjoy working on more - either using downloaded templates, study packs or customising her own! The idea for this terrific learning tool was brought to my attention on Facebook. I noticed Julia - http://classroomfree.blogspot.com/ had joined the 'Homeschool Lapbooks' group http://www.facebook.com/

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Well 2010 has arrived & its been a great start to the year! Lillie has been absorbed in some of the new things she received at Christmas, her Nintendo DS being one of those things. The two games she has ('Yoshi Touch & Go' and 'Big Brain Academy') are fun as well as educational. So, Im allowing her to play on it 'as & when' she pleases during the day for now. However, she is being very

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The first thing Lillie said to me this morning was "9 more sleeps!" I hope those 9 more sleeps will pass by as quickly as possible as I fear she may burst with excitment! It has also started snowing here. Only lightly though. However, the forecast says that Friday will bring heavy snow. But this has not stopped Lils from checking outside at least every 10 minutes or so. It would be lovely to have

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Lillie had her first Parade at Girls' Brigade last Sunday which she thoroughly enjoyed. She had to take along a gift that will be given to a less fortunate child in our area. This lovely little book & modelling clay is what Lillie donated.Lillie has since added more decorations to her wreath that she made last Saturday...... And she has created some home made crackers for the tree. This one is

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Lillie & I had such an enjoyable day out last Saturday. http://www.greenwich.gov.uk/Greenwich/LeisureCulture/EntertainmentEvents/FestiveEvents/CharltonChristmasCracker.htm Reindeers...Meeting Santa...Festive musicians...Willow weaving which Lillie got the hang of straight away!Now for some greenery... Then Lillie added some festive ornaments to her Christmas wreath...A magic show with a Harry

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Send your own ElfYourself eCards

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Lillie is back to her usual good health & beginning to get rather excited with the start of our christmas festivities. I think this year will see a change in how she approaches the holiday season, as well as enjoying some new experiences along the way. Before I begin with some of the past week's events, I have uploaded the pic of her before going to a birthday party (22/11/09). Lillie looked

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Since Monday Lillie has been feeling under the weather again. She hasnt managed to get completely over this on/off cold, which has now developed into a chesty cough. Not only did it keep her awake Monday night, but caused her to have an upset tummy & sickness up until 8am yesterday. Thankfully the cough medicine has kicked in, so she slept relatively well last night and does look brighter this

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With the Christmas festivities starting in our area last night, Lillie had to make a decision on whether she attend Girls' Brigade or go to Eltham Lights Up http://www.greenwich.gov.uk/Greenwich/LeisureCulture/EntertainmentEvents/FestiveEvents/ElthamLightsUp.htmShe opted for Girls' Brigade. However, we had to walk through the High Street due to road closures to get to the Church Hall. There was a

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Lillie is off to a birthday party on Sunday, so amongst getting the Christmas shopping started yesterday, a new outfit for her and choosing a birthday gift was a must. I have to say she has a great eye for fashion and looked so beautiful when she finally got to try it all on at home. She has already decided how she would like her hair and what colour her nail varnish will be. She also chose the

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Ive finished a hospital gown for the Appeal which Lillie is kindly holding up!We spent a few days last week playing word games, working on numeracy (addition/subtraction) and collecting information from food labels/packaging which Lillie found interesting. I also had Lillie's help with preparing dinner and she made the best mashed potato ever. I realised after all her effort making sure there

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Last night Lillie attended her first Girls' Brigade session. I was allowed to stay which gave me the opportunity to see first hand the type of activities the girls are encouraged to be involved in. To start with the girls played amongst themselves with basketballs and frisbys in the main hall before the Captain divided them into two groups. Each one worked as a team passing a ball behind them or

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Lillie decorated the front using glitter glue and felt tipped pens.The back was cut down the middle, hemmed and colourful ribbons sewn in for the ties. The t-shirt was bought from our local Hospice charity shop prior to its transformation, so making this gown for the Blue Peter Appeal has been of benefit in more ways than one. Plus Lillie had a great time getting creative and Im very proud of

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Lillie & I watched Blue Peter yesterday afternoon and have decided to join their Appeal. All we have to do is turn a large t-shirt (or as many as we like) into a custom made surgical gown that will be used by many children in India who are in need of cleft repair operations. Each custom made surgical gown will save Operation Smile http://www.operationsmile.org/ £3, thus helping more children

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Despite Lillie feeling unwell for the past week, she still got into the spirit of Guy Fawkes night. After eating a wholesome winter's meal, Shepherd's Pie and wearing our pyjamas underneath our coats and scarves we had a little sparklers display in the back garden. Lillie had a great time of it and even got to see and hear other fireworks lighting up the night's sky before we returned to the

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Lillie has also visited Victoria Park in East London http://victoriaparkvillage.com/ while on one of her weekend stays with her Daddy. Seeing the long boats on the canal by the park inspired Lillie to create a beautiful collage during the week after her visit.With Halloween being a highlight for October Lillie has been busy with making cards & masks. And of course Halloween wouldnt be the same

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Lillie & I so love the autumn. Watching the ground become covered in a beautiful golden colour carpet of rustling leaves that just invites you in and encourages you to run through them kicking & throwing as many up into the air is just magic. We have been on two day trips where we have been coming into contact with the local wildlife and enjoying our last piece of freedom before the spring. One

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I thought I would share this poem, as it was presented to me by a very good friend last week after I had a very 'wobbly' moment, where I was questioning alot of things regarding my life. The author is Unknown. It really did help me pick myself up, regain my confidence & smile again. So thankyou to my friend, you know who you are xxYour Dimension Of GreatnessNo one can know the potential,Of a life

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It seems the fine weather of the week before last has come to an end, having the heating on (which Ive only just got working!) is a sure sign that autumn is here! So the kick abouts in our local field, the longer walks while Lillie is on her scooter & trips to the park are probably going to become less frequent as I do not get along with the cold too well. Though autumn/winter are my favourite

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Well Louis did visit yesterday much to Lillie's delight as she got to try out her recipe from the cook book she has borrowed from the library. So here are some pics of her 'Cheats Pizzas', using muffins & various toppings. Lillie chose: tuna, cheddar cheese, red peppers, onions, smoked ham, mozzarella cheese, pineapple, tomatoes & added mushrooms for me & Louis. First the muffins were grilled for

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Lillie is still keen to learn the recorder & has been practising almost every day since last Thursday. Not only has she learnt another new note - 'G' but has also picked up playing 'Hot Cross Buns' very quickly. I have also been accompanying her on Louis' old recorder which she has thoroughly enjoyed as have I. Talking of Louis we are hoping to see him later today, Lillie is hoping he will enjoy

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Lillie finished her Solar System wall poster before last weekend & she is 'over the moon' with it (pardon the pun!). A little piece of data - How long it takes for each planet to orbit the sun. It gave Lillie an idea how time is not one dimensional. My very own little shining star looking a little blurry, but she was moving about due to her excitment with finishing her poster! A 'Moon Landing'

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After a chat on football with Lillie over breakfast last Wednesday morning we came to the conclusion that it would be interesting to work on our beloved team - Chelsea F.C more fully. So we have started doing a project on just that. With Lillie's love for drawing, I thought the best way to get her started was to design a title page & for her then to sketch the latest crest. With working backwards

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The start to the day begun nicely, despite my brain being elsewhere since last night. This morning Lillie started working on writing an 'Owl Mail' letter to Harry Potter regarding Moaning Myrtle. Not only did it get her writing but her views & feelings brought about a very good discussion between us. We discussed what Lillie liked/disliked about her. Thus being mostly in favour of Myrtle. I

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Oooops! Sorry, no bread for you guys today! One of the larger Koi Karp who resides in the moat. One of the childrens' activities - this one organised by the borough's 'Bookstart' group. I read a Paddington Bear story to Lillie while she busied herself with some colouring. A coloured picture for Lillie's Daddy.Happy chick. Time for a song!Lillie & the 'Balloon Lady'. Lillie had the opportunity to

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Well our comp & internet service is running smoothly again :o) So for the past 2 weeks Ive been occupied (when time allows for it) with all the updates & programme installations I need. Fingers crossed we can just crack on now with online activities without any more trouble!Lillie is doing great & has just celebrated her 6th birthday as well as her two year anniversary being HE'd. We've been

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I am slowly getting irritated by the frequent & increasing amounts of computer & internet prob's we are experiencing of late. Our PC oftens runs on go slow or crashes or freezes & certainly wont accept the Adobe Flash Player 10 download or earlier FP versions, now my tool bar seems to have seized up & my task bar is not displaying correctly... The list just goes on & on & on.... Oh such woe...!!

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Lillie & I had such a fun time with our 'girly morning' last week. The pics below are not very clear but Ive still posted them to our blog! Pretty in pink Lilsie... Lillie doing a good jobs on my nails, my very own little beautician...Hasnt Lillie done a great job? Cant forget your toes now can we sweetheart? Who's that girl? Lillie & Eliz. And again! Lillie loves Eliz (our little next door

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This morning I was woken up at 6am to the sound of a bumble bee frantically buzzing behind my bedroom curtains. It was obviously fed up with the constant bumping into the pane of glass! So I set it free and decided that it would be worth my while to pop onto the comp before Lillie rises. We have planned a 'girly' day today. Face packs, nail varnish, doing our hair and as well as Lillie's My

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Well July is now upon us. This year feels like it has flown by! It will be two years this month since we 'officially' started out on the Home Ed route, next month Lillie will be celebrating her 6th birthday and the following month sees me back to studying part-time again with the OU! So some happy occasions are fast approaching.This past week has been a mixture of events & emotions. Last Sunday

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Just a quick summary of the past couple of weeks here in sunny South East London! Our fruit/veg patch is coming along very nicely, though unfortunately lost some baby sweetcorn to the snails but now they have nothing appetising to munch on, they have since disappeared much to my satisfaction :o) However, everything is growing nicely & we cant wait for the first harvest, plus we have more seeds to

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Louis popped in this morning to show me his first tattoo that he had done on his upper right arm yesterday afternoon... He has already decided on what his next tatt will be - an 'Arsenal' one. I cant say Im pleased about this, but each team to their own I guess lol... Anyway we shall be going together when he can as I will be having my next two done the same day!!

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I really dont mind being up at dawn for the last few days but I am getting a little annoyed with myself for being quite drowsy in the evenings! I fell asleep on the sofa just after 10pm last night, woke up at 2am all stiff, cold & achey. Though it was a comfort to my weary body after finally crawling up the stairs and climbing into my warm and cosy bed! But then I was up at 6am raring to go! By

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Firstly, I have to mention the FA Cup Final 2009 last Saturday at Wembley Stadium! I watched the game, which was ok as far as some games go. However, Everton's goal in the first minute was legendary, but wasnt enough to keep The Blues down for long. Drogba scored our first one with Lampard's spectacular goal securing our chance of lifting the trophy! Its been two long years since my beloved team

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Lillie & I have been having a great time this past week. But before I continue on with what we have been getting upto I thought I would share this pic of Lillie's wall filled with some of the things she has wanted on display before they get taken down to make room for more! This wall includes our version of roman pottery created with coloured tissue paper, some face masks, a still life pic of a

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Last Saturday was a lovely sunny day as well as Lillie & I having our friends over for the afternoon. The girls all get on great together, so plenty of smiling goes on. Plus us two Mums have the freedom to chat away!! Alisha seems to love our cat Rocco and he loved the attention he was getting as you can see from the pic below. I shall be framing a copy of this pic for Alisha as she wanted to

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