7 Quick Takes Friday (Vol 160)

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Last week I participated in Jennifer’s 7 posts in 7 days challenge. Pretty proud that I managed to write 7, though I might have tweaked blogger’s schedule feature and ‘backdated’ a couple of posts;) Whilst I found 7 posts a little too much, I did realise that I could easily ‘step up’ my writing schedule.  In fact I was more economical with my online time as I had a plan.  On a regular basis I could easily manage 3-4 posts a week compared to my current average of 2.  On the other hand I didn’t like to have to write.

2
Yesterday I realised with surprise that Jem will be 5years old in another 2 months!!  Five sounds so old!!  Five in our home means more is expected of you, including being officially on the job roster.

3
Only a month ago did we buy our new front loader, we were not happy to have to ring the repairman today.  Turns out a tiny part of a paddlepop and a nail were the culprits, blocking the pump. All are on strict instructions to clean out their pockets before loading.

4
Living on a building site I take great enjoyment in any little pretty touches I can manage.  Which is why setting up our new toy shelving means so much to me.  It really, really makes me happy,  perhaps it gives me hope I have some control over my environment;)

5
Reflecting on real learning, real connections and ‘getting it done’.  Still struggling to find a balance between the two, cause learning isn’t all ‘roses’, sometimes you just have to put in the ‘hard slog’. However I want the children to love learning, what is the answer?

6
Only 4 more weeks until the soccer season is finished!!  Can you tell I’m ready for a break?  Not planning on any summer sports at this stage.  We”l have the pool this summer so everyone will be happy.

7
Our Anna Maria is renting her first house with friends this semester.  She is really looking forward to setting up home and diving into cooking.

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