Becky is a Dude

I'd do anything.

2008-05-04T06:58:00.005+01:00

There is a brilliant television programme every Saturday night, known as I'd do anything.

It is a reality programme, where theatre producers are searching for a Nancy, and three Oliver Twists to play in the west end.

My favourite Nancy is Jodie, because she looks just like a Nancy. However, the others are good too, and the standard is very high!

I can't wait to see it.

Images taken from the London eye.

2008-04-13T07:24:00.005+01:00

I visited London this week, and had a trip on the London eye, which was excellent! The views were spectacular, particularly as the whole of London was in view.

It was a beautiful, clear day, so both my family, and I managed to take some good pictures.

A fall.....

2008-04-06T07:13:00.002+01:00

I had a fall in the middle of the road on Friday, whilst walking to my work placement.

Unfortunately, my shoe was caught in the cats eye, and I toppled over onto my knees. Thankfully, there were not any cars coming, so I had enough time to both stand up, and quickly walk to the edge of the road!

My knees were cut, and bruised, but my trousers were absolutely fine. More importantly, they did not rip.

I often have dreams about falling in the middle of the road, which is terrifying!

An excellent 18th birthday!

2008-03-23T07:10:00.014Z

I had an excellent 18th birthday on Thursday, which I celebrated at the Beefeater restaurant with both my family, and three friends, known as Louise, Vivi (my cousin), and Becky.

The food was delicious, particularly the desserts! Unfortunately, I was almost under the table at the end of the meal, because I had eaten too much.

I was astounded by the kindness everyone had shown. I do not think I have ever had so many cards, or presents!!

Theory exam.

2008-03-09T07:09:00.002Z

I took my theory test this week, which was exceedingly frightening! However, I think I was more worried about driving all the way to Canterbury.

Thankfully, the drive was excellent, particularly as I was able to drive along the country roads!! I wasn't even honked at.

Once I arrived at the test centre, I had to go into a large room, where I sat my test on the computer.

There were fifty questions within the exam, including a hazard perception part, which was the hardest of the two!

The best part of the day was when I was told I had passed the test. I was not sure if I had passed, because I was nervous.

Now I just have to wait for the worst part of the test, known as the practical driving test!

A holiday in Wales.

2008-02-24T07:44:00.002Z

This week has been brilliant, because I have spent a few days in beautiful Wales, in the South West town, known as Gower Peninsula!

My mum, dad, my mum's friend, and I all stayed in a cosy lodge, overlooking the sea. It was extremely quiet surrounding us, and the furthest shop was miles away!

The best day of the week was visiting Cardiff, because we had a tour of the Millennium Stadium. It was thoroughly enjoyable, as we even walked to the very top of the stadium, and had a fantastic view of the pitch. However, we were also all given the opportunity to sit down in the royal box seats. The tour guide was a Welsh man, and exceedingly funny!

It was an excellent week, and I think Wales is definitely worth a visit.

Wyvern Junior School.

2008-02-10T13:05:00.000Z

My current work placement is situated at Wyvern junior school, located within Ashford, Kent.

The school is specialised, because it is for children with learning difficulties, and developmental problems. For example:-
Autism. Therefore, many of the children are unable to verbally communicate with others. However, the children are extremely kind, and immediately made me feel welcome! One of the children even held my hand, and hugged me.

I am being provided with excellent experiences within the school, and enjoy assisting the children with their activities, particularly playing in the sandpit. I feel I have gained a real knowledge from this placement.

One of the children regularly lashes out, which was quite frightening at first, because I had several bruises, and scratches! Nevertheless, they were only war wounds.

Canterbury Christ Church Interview!

2008-02-03T07:52:00.000Z

Wednesday was an extremely tiring, but adventurous day, as I had an interview for Occupational Therapy, situated at Canterbury Christ Church university.

Before we arrived at the university, a jolly man from a restaurant was giving away free sausage rolls, which were delicious!

The university is rather confusing, because there are many buildings, including a lack of appropriate signing.

The secretary of a particular building was exceedingly rude to my mum, dad, and I! This was because she told us just to sit down, without checking we were in the correct building. Unfortunately, we were waiting over an hour, and a half, as we were in the wrong building!

A different secretary phoned a lady to come and collect us.

Thankfully, we did not miss anything, and I feel the interview went successfully! The man who interviewed me was very kind, and asked a range of questions!

Speedy......

2008-01-20T07:46:00.000Z

My previous driving lesson was excellent, particularly as I drove on a long one hour journey to Ramsgate!

The roads were extremely fun, as I had the ability to drive on a long stretch of dual carriageway at 70mph. I even had the opportunity to overtake several cars!!

I am now known as the term 'speedy' by my driving instructor, because I enjoy travelling fast. Unfortunately, I must ensure I maintain the speed limit, as a flashing sign told me to slow down. However, I was not travelling at a dangerous speed!

It was a real experience for me, and I was tremendously tired after the journey.

Universities.

2008-01-13T08:51:00.000Z

I have recently heard from the two universities I have applied for, which are known as Brunel, and Canterbury Christ Church.

I will be visiting them both, to have a look at the environments. Unfortunately, Brunel is situated in West London, so it will be a long way to travel if I go there for university!

Many individuals within my class are waiting for replies from the universities of their choices. A girl I knew from primary school has been offered a place at Cambridge university, which she is extremely pleased about.

I am excited about moving on from college, but anxious at the same time, particularly as it is three more years of studying!

Falling down the hole.

2008-01-06T08:56:00.000Z

Yesterday afternoon, I took a step backwards in town, and twisted both my leg, and ankle. This was because I feel down an open drain, which was exceedingly deep!

It is the second time it has happened to me. I seem to be tremendously clumsy!!

Thankfully, no major damage occurred, apart from embarrassment, and a sore foot. A poor elderly individual probably would have severely harmed themselves.

I will try to watch where I am heading in the future, because there are many holes within the streets.

A very merry Christmas.

2007-12-30T13:20:00.000Z

It has been a wonderful Christmas, particularly as it has been full of laughter, and family!!

During Christmas day, my Grandad, and Dorothy visited. We ate a delicious Christmas dinner, particularly as my mum cooked it. My favourite was definitely the Brussels sprouts, and bread sauce. My brother Matthew even called me a skank, because I ate some of his leftover dinner!

I received a range of presents, which were all excellent. Everyone was extremely generous. My main present was a mobile phone from my parents. Daniel, my brother brought me Hairspray on DVD, that reminded me of Canada, because it was the first film I had ever seen in a Canadian cinema.

My other Grandad visited on Boxing day, and we walked (Grandad ran) around the Singleton lake, situated behind our home!

Fabric Softener!

2007-12-16T19:36:00.000Z

I had a terrible accident yesterday, involving lenor fabric softener.

The fabric softener was situated in the cupboard, under the stairs, where my shoes are also kept. I went to find my shoes, when the fabric softer crashed to the ground, and spilt everywhere!!

Unfortunately, the cupboard was swimming in blue fabric softener, including my socks! My mum was not very pleased with me...thankfully she has forgiven me now.

The rest of the day was spent smelling extremely fresh!

Tenterden Christmas Fayre.

2007-12-09T13:08:00.000Z

Friday, Louise, and her family invited me to visit the Tenterden Christmas fayre, which was excellent!

The Christmas lights were amazing, and there were even reindeer's. The Christmas fayre particularly helped me to understand the true meaning of Christmas!

There were plenty of volunteers handing chocolates, and twiglets out to the consumers, that I enjoyed very much.

Once we had arrived at Louises' home, we watched my favourite Christmas movie, known as Home Alone, where Louise, and I laughed at the appropriate scenes!

The dinner was delicious, as we ate pizza, and garlic bread.

Friday was a brilliant day, especially as my mum arrived home from Romania! She had a wonderful time, but was pleased to be back in her own bed!

Somewhere in my Memory

2007-12-02T09:44:00.001Z

This song is the best song from the film, known as Home Alone!
(23 days to go)!!

The land of Romanians!

2007-11-25T13:41:00.000Z

My mum is flying to Romania on Tuesday, for the second time with the church.

She will be gone for ten whole days, and both my dad, and I will miss her terribly! Thankfully, she is going to bring us home the nicest chocolate I have ever tasted, which I will be looking forward to.

During her visit, my mum, and the other three ladies attending the trip may be visiting a variety of homes, where they will receive a large quantity of cold mashed potato! During their church visit, all four ladies must wear appropriate clothing, including head scarfs. Unfortunately, the church service is not translated for the team, so it is difficult for the team to understand.

My mum loves Romania, and she may even move their in the future!

Pudding evening!

2007-11-18T08:57:00.000Z

My mum, and I attended a pudding evening on Friday evening, which was excellent!

The evening was particularly for women in our church, and a variety of women from sixteen to one hundred came.

There were a large range of different puddings to try, and taste, that were all delicious. My favourite was definitely the banoffie pie!

The other ladies thought I was on a mission for food, and laughed because I was the first one to eat!!

60 mph....

2007-11-11T08:35:00.000Z

I was allowed to drive at 60mph on my previous driving lesson, which was excellent. It felt as though I was flying through the air!

My driving instructor was holding onto his seat frantically, as I whizzed around the country roads. Thankfully, I did not cause an accident, or crash!

Most individuals say that I take after my dad, because he loves driving fast, and pretends that he is a formula one racing driver!!

Even though, I was driving at this speed, three drivers still overtook me.

Fireworks.

2007-11-04T08:47:00.000Z

Yesterday, my dad, mum, and I visited Hamstreet, where we watched a large amount of fireworks.

The fireworks were many different colours, and lasted for around half an hour. The best fireworks, were the whizzers, which created swirl shapes in the sky!

Everyone from the village, Hamstreet, had come to watch the firework display, and the bonfire, that was burning wildly.

It was a thoroughly enjoyable time! Next year is already booked!!

Busy, busy, busy!

2007-10-28T09:28:00.000Z

It has been half-term this week, but it has been extremely fast, and it barely feels as though I have had a break!

I have had another driving lesson this week, which was frightening! I think I am improving with my steering!!

Louise visited on Monday, where we ate at pizza hut. It was very packed, and neither Louise, or I had enough space to eat dessert.

I have had to apply for my choices for university, including conducting a personal statement. It has been quite stressful, and worrying, particularly if the univeristy do not accept me.

Go, go Joseph!!

2007-10-21T09:31:00.000+01:00

Yesterday, I visited London, to see the amazing show, Joseph and the amazing technicolour dreamcoat!

I was extremely excited, and even managed to see a famous individual from the breakfast show, GMTV. Unfortunately, he looked busy, so I did not communicate with him!!

The show began at 3.00, situated at the Adelphi theatre, and it was excellent! Lee Mead was definitely the correct choice for Joseph, because his voice was strong, and deep.

The day was brilliant, but I was a little disappointed that the Jonny Wilkinson statue has been taken from Trafalgar Square. This was because there was a large gathering of Muslims protesting!

Community Occupational Therapist!!

2007-10-14T09:15:00.000+01:00

It has been a frustrating week

this past week, particularly as South Kent College completely ruined my work placement!!

I had been told to travel to the Arundel Unit last Monday, where I was to begin my first work placement of the term. Unfortunately, when I arrived they sent me home again, because I was not expected, and they had told the work placement officer that they could not have a student!

The college understood all about this situation, but ''forgot to tell me'' that I was not expected! I was extremely embarassed, and upset, because I had wasted the hospital's time.

I now have a new work placement, which is brilliant! I am with a Community Occupational Therapist, and travel with her to meet individual's with learning disabilities.

Arundel Unit!

2007-10-07T13:25:00.000+01:00

I begin my first work placement of the year tomorrow, situated in the Arundel unit!!

I am extremely excited about working tomorrow, because I will be working alongside the Occupational Therapists, which is exactly what I would love to do in the future.

Thankfully, I have a through understanding of hospital work now, and am aware of what I will have to achieve!

My tutor has told me to be assertive, and ask many questions about the roles and responsibilities of the staff.

First Driving lesson!

2007-10-01T16:26:00.001+01:00

Friday, I began my driving lessons in Ashford. I was extremely nervous, but excited, and I was even shaking!!

The driving instructor, explained that I was to drive around the block, which was frightening! A few cars overtook me, because I was travelling slowly!! I did the steering, whilst the driving instructor placed his foot on the clutch.

He asked if I was willing to drive home, which was quite far, considering I had never driven before! I agreed, and I thoroughly enjoyed it, particularly driving around the roundabouts!

Driving was an excellent experience for me!

Evolution of Dance

2007-09-27T18:41:00.001+01:00

This video is extremely funny!! He is a very talented man!

Here is the picture!!

2007-09-23T14:34:00.000+01:00

This is my favourite picture of Eithne's baptism!

Surprises in the post!!

2007-09-22T08:20:00.000+01:00

Wednesday, I arrived home from college, and realised I had a letter from Canada!! I was extremely excited, because I love receiving post, particularly from Canada!

It was a letter from Erin, Tim, and Eithne, which I loved reading!!

Thursday, I recieved a parcel from Canada, and I could not understand who it was from! I then realised it was the photos from Eithne's baptism, taken by Irene Lowen (Auntie Rebecca's friend).

It was excellent to look back on the photos, but unfortunately, the photos were not able to post!!

Back to college (and reality)!

2007-09-13T17:16:00.000+01:00

I went back to college on Tuesday, which was an extremely busy day of being told various things, that are going to occur during the year!!

We have already been given several assignments to work on, and I can feel my blood pressure slowly beginning to rise. These assignments include:-
Research project, Environmental Health, Physiological disorders, Lifespan developement, and Personal development in health and social care. There are many more assignments to come!!

My days have changed for college, and I now go into college on a Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thurday, with Monday being my workplacement day, and Friday being my study day! I find this exceedingly positive!

Devil's food cake!

2007-09-06T09:36:00.000+01:00

My dad celebrated his birthday on Tuesday with a specially made devil's food cake, including marshmallow icing!! This is one of his favourites, which he is always desperate to eat!

It was a fairly quiet day, but it was good that he was at home, because he is normally working!! He is still recovering from his operation, but is making remarkable progress, particularly as he can walk around Singleton lake!!

He still has another four weeks off of work, and I have to return to college on Tuesday. Thankfully, there are not many weeks until half-term!!

Bubbles anyone?

2007-09-01T18:48:00.000+01:00

This image was taken yesterday at Chessington
World of Adventures, on the Bubble Works!

I think this picture is brilliant, as we are all smiling.

The only unfortunate thing, as Louise pointed out, is that there is an Aloe Vera sign situated above my head!!

Occupational therapy experience..

2007-08-29T18:55:00.000+01:00

I finally managed to have some Occupational Therapy experience today, which I thoroughly enjoyed!!

They are exceedingly busy individuals, so it was a real honour to be invited in for today and tomorrow!

The Occupational Therapists were warm and welcoming, and I even had the chance to visit some of the patients in the wards of the William Harvey Hospital! Unfortuntately, the nurses are tremendously busy, because there are not enough of them!!

It was a good experience to gain an understanding of what Occupational Therapists do, even though I was observing the majority of the time.

I am hoping to do an Occupational Therapy degree next year, which will be a three year course!!

An evening at Pizza Hut!

2007-08-24T14:28:00.000+01:00

Yesterday, I was invited to Pizza Hut, to celebrate Louise's 15th birthday!

It was a real treat, particularly eating the pepperoni and margarita pizza's, including potato wedges and garlic bread!!

The best part of the evening was singing 'Happy Birthday' to Louise, as the lights were dimmed, and Louise had to stand in front of the whole restaurant, whilst we clapped her! It was very fun!!

For dessert, I ate ice cream, including smarties and marshmallows, which was exceedingly delicious! Unfortunately, the ice cream took a long while to come out of the machine!

Once we had finished at Pizza Hut, all the guests were invited to Louise's house, to eat a piece of delicious birthday cake. It really was an excellent evening!!

Knee operation!

2007-08-19T13:05:00.000+01:00

My dad is currently in hospital after having a knee replacement. Unfortunately, he is situated between elderly men, and is in the middle of the hospital ward!!
He seems to be doing fairly well though!

Many individual's have been asking about him, and phoning to find out how he is!! They even announced it in church today, which was encouraging!!

He is hoping to be making a quick recovery in hospital, as he absolutely hates being waited on! As my Auntie Rebecca would say, ''medical individual's are the worst patients''!

I was dreaming about Tim Horton's today, particularly the doughnuts. It is such a shame we cannot have a Tim Horton's, although we do have a Starbucks in our local supermarket now, including blueberry frapucchino's!!

More images of my adventure!!

2007-08-15T14:29:00.001+01:00

These are some of my favourite pictures of my trip to Canada!

The picture of Erin was taken in a Mexican restaurant, known as Chilies, which was thoroughly delicious!!

Pictures of my trip in Canada!!

2007-08-14T15:16:00.000+01:00

I had such an excellent time in Canada, particularly playing with Eithne!! I even managed to change her dyper (nappy) on the last day, which was black poo, because she had been eating blueberries!!

Unfortunately, I am not able to put all of my pictures up here yet, so there is more to follow!

Eithne playing!!

2007-08-14T15:14:00.001+01:00

Eithne is the cutest baby in the world!!

I will miss her very much!

The hills are alive!

2007-08-10T15:34:00.000+01:00

Yesterday, Auntie Rebecca, Sean, Natasha, and I visited Rainbow Stage theatre, where we watched the Sound of Music!

It was absolutely brilliant, including the atmosphere!! Every individual stood at the end of the play, to applaud the actors and actresses on their achievement.

We were sitting fairly near the front of the stage, so we had an excellent view of the actors and actresses! My favourite song included:-

'So long farewell', which was sung beautifully by the children.

Sean laughed very much throughout the play, and thought that the actresses and actors would sing Michael Jackson's 'thriller', which he managed to play in my head!!

It seemed that the whole of Winnipeg had come to watch the play, because it was packed, with hardly any empty seats!

A day at the zoo.......

2007-08-08T14:26:00.000+01:00

Sunday afternoon, Auntie Rebecca, Sean, Natasha, and I visited the zoo!! It was a brilliant experience, and a lot of fun!

Before, we arrived at the zoo, Auntie Rebecca brought me a famous slurpee, from 711!! It was even multicoloured!

We saw a range of different animals, including grizzly and brown bears. The best animal was definitely the bearded monkey, which resembled an elderly man!! We all could not stop laughing, once we had seen the monkey!

Auntie Rebecca did not visit the tropical centre, as there was a crocodile situated inside, which was tremendously long in size!!

It was lovely to visit live animals, because I had only seen a dead baby bear, and a dead deer lying in the middle of the road!

Minneapolis!

2007-08-04T17:20:00.000+01:00

Erin, Auntie Rebecca, Eithne, and I drove on an eight hour journey to the state of Minneapolis, America on Tuesday! It was tiring, but exciting at the same time, because there was much to watch!!

We finally arrived at Minneapolis at 6.00 pm, and ate a meal from the restaurant, although Auntie Rebecca could not eat hers, because it was disgusting, and vile!

Wednesday, we visited the Mall of America, which is the largest mall in the United States! It was huge, and I had never seen anything similar to it before!! The mall even had a theme park, which I thoroughly enjoyed, partciularly going on the fast rides with Erin!!

Unfortunately, when we arrived back from the Mall of America, we found that a bridge had collapsed, carrying fifty cars! The news was on each television channel, and it was quite upsetting!

Adventurous!!

2007-07-30T00:09:00.001+01:00

I have been extremely busy this past week, and feel adventurous!!

Tuesday, I was riding my bicycle with Auntie Rebecca, and crashed into a post! My clothes were covered with dirt, and I have exceedingly purple bruises!
It was an amazing crash, but Auntie Rebecca told me that I landed in an awkward position!!

At Victoria beach, they have a beautiful pier, which Auntie Rebecca jumped off! I even managed to take some photographs on Auntie Rebecca's camera!!

Auntie Rebecca, Erin, Natasha, Eithne, and I drove all the way to Grand Forks, situated in the United States of America, situated in the state of North Dakoda. Auntie Rebecca and I had to have visas to enter the country, so the security guard fingerprinted and photographed us!!

The hotel was excellent, and there was a huge waterpark, with flumes!

Victoria Beach!!

2007-07-23T23:52:00.000+01:00

I have had a tough time adjusting to daily life in Canada, but am beginning to feel much more joyful!

Thursday, we arrived at Victoria beach, which is a larger size than England. It is a beautiful place, which I did not appreciate at first!! All the residents are tremendously friendly, and welcome you with a smile.

I particularly enjoy the bakery, where they sell a large amount of treats. For example:-
Cinnamon buns, cookies, sausage rolls, date bars. They are all delicious, and freshly made each morning!

Today, I have been cycling, to take Eithne to the park!! (I didn’t even complain). Auntie Rebecca has helped me very much, and has put up with my stubbornness! THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!!

I have even been swimming in the lake, where I played ball, and splashed around, including having my hair wet!!
Thank you also Erin and Tim for being extremely generous, and including me into your family!

Canada!!

2007-07-17T16:20:00.000+01:00

I have finally arrived in Canada after an 8 hour flight! (I'm glad it was not 12 hours)!!

The flight went well, particularly as my ears did not pop! Once we arrived, Sean, Natasha, Erin, and Eithne were waiting for us, and gave both Auntie Rebecca and I welcoming hugs!!

Auntie Rebecca has been extremely kind to me, and is understanding!

I miss home very much, because it is a different routine, and I am not used to change!! Everyone has been kind towards me, and I feel like part of the family! I played with Eithne this morning, and she enjoyed it!!

Flying!!

2007-07-13T19:30:00.000+01:00

It is only two more whole days to go, until I fly to Canada (for the first time)!!

I have half of my suitcase packed, but I am worried that I may pack too much, and the case will be extremely heavy!

I feel as though I am travelling on an adventure, because it will be the first time I am travelling without my parents! I will miss them terribly, but at least there is e-mail, and postcards!!

I love flying on aeroplanes, particularly taking off, as it feels like a huge rollacoaster ride! I especially enjoy watching the films, and eating the food!!

Bannantynes leisure centre!!

2007-07-10T18:42:00.000+01:00

I have finished each of my assignments for college, which is excellent, as I can relax for the Summer!!

Today, Auntie Rebecca very kindly took me swimming, as a guest! I managed to build my confidence skills, but still have a long way to go before I am a champ!

The spa was the best bit, because it was extremely warm, and full of bubbles. Unfortunately, once Auntie Rebecca and I walked into the swimming pool, we were both freezing cold!

I have not been swimming for at least three, or four years, which therefore meant it was rather frightening!!

Wimbledon tennis Chapionships!!

2007-07-04T19:42:00.000+01:00

It is coming towards the end of the Wimbledon tennis championships, which have been excellent!! The weather has been appalling, so the players are lacking behind!

In the final for the women, I would enjoy seeing Justine Henin play, because she has never once won the Wimbledon championships! Thankfully, she has just beaten Serena Williams in the Quarter finals, which therefore means that the final will not be a Williams final!!

Unfortunately, Maria Sharapova was beaten by Venus Williams, of whom played like a monster!

The final for the men is definitely the best, where I would enjoy seeing Rafael Nadal play against Roger Federer, or Llyaton Hewitt!! Rafael Nadal was born in Majorca, which is the most beautiful country in the whole, wide, world!

Cliff Richard - Summer Holiday

2007-06-28T14:04:00.001+01:00

18 days to go.......

First aid!

2007-06-22T17:17:00.000+01:00

Today has been a brilliant day, as I have been at work placement! It has been a particularly difficult week this week, so it has been excellent to enjoy communicating with the elderly service users!! We even had a music quiz today, which was extremely difficult, as I do not have a good understanding of old music! (Out team won the music quiz)!!

Please pray for my brother Matthew, as he is suffering from a broken heart, and really needs encouragement at this time!

On Monday, I have a first aid course at my college, which I am looking forward to, but nervous at the same time!! We have to give CPR to a critically injured individual, (or dummy)!

After Monday has been, we have a food hygiene course, with an exam afterwards!! Our college tutors are trying to cram everything in, as it is almost the end of term! Horrahhhyyy!

A small, quiet library!

2007-06-17T08:46:00.000+01:00

Yesterday, I started working at a library in a small, remote area of Ashford, known as Bockhanger!

I now work every Saturday, one time at Stanhope library, and the alternative weeks, I work at Bockhanger library!! I really enjoy both of them, but there is much more work to do at Stanhope library!

I feel it is a shame that not many individual's use the library at both Bockhanger, and Stanhope, as there are a good selection of books, and dvds on offer to them!!

We had a total of about 8 people come into the library yesterday, sometimes, we have even less! It was still fun though, as I enjoy rearranging the books, and straightening them!!

Happy Birthday Mum!

2007-06-14T09:52:00.000+01:00

Today is my mum's birthday, which we celebrated yesterday with a Chinese meal!! We had the immediate family round, where we all indulged in chicken balls, prawn crackers, mushroom chop suey (my favourite), and many other delicious treats!!

My mum is taking it easy today, and trying not to do many chores! In the afternoon, we are all eating a piece of my mum's favourite cake, Angel food cake! Unfortunately, you cannot buy angel food cake mix in England, so all of our family and friends have never tried a piece!!

Sunday, was a brilliant day, as we booked tickets in the West end to see Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour dream coat, with Joseph played by Lee!!

Winslow day hospital!!

2007-06-08T20:03:00.000+01:00

Today, I woke early, with the sound of rain crashing down on my window! Suddenly, that awful feeling came to my stomach, as I remembered I had to start a new work placement today for my course!

I am situated at a day hospital/centre for the elderly at William Harvey Hospital in Ashford, which caters for elderly individual's, particularly with mental illnesses, such as: depression, and anxiety!!

I was extremely worried this morning, but once I arrived, I was welcomed by all the members of staff! Unlike other placements I have been on, the health professionals knew that they were having a student to join them!!

It was excellent, and I even managed to do some physiotherapy work with the elderly individual's, which was relaxing! It didn't feel as though I had done much work, because I mainly communicated with the elderly, whilst playing games with them!!

Lee: Day Dream Believer - Any Dream Will Do

2007-06-07T14:08:00.001+01:00

Now my favourite Joseph has been voted off, I hope this man wins!! He is my mum's favourite Joseph!

Light up the barbie....

2007-06-03T08:59:00.000+01:00

Yesterday, Louise came round in the afternoon to play badminton at our local sports centre, which was brilliant!! Louise is excellent at playing badminton, and has improved greatly!

My dad still managed to play badminton, even though his knee is in much pain! He is definitely the greatest badminton player!!

The barbecue was lit by my dad, and we all enjoyed munching on my favourite - sausages!! Dessert was delicious too, raspberries!

Louise and I watched Any Dream will do, which is a reality television show, where Andrew Lloyd Webber chooses a man to play Joseph in the West end of London!! I was extremely disappointed though, because my favourite was voted off!

Mad, Maidstone!

2007-05-30T19:32:00.000+01:00

Today, my mum, my mum's friend, and I went to Maidstone to have out hair cut! We travel that far, because it used to be situated in Ashford, but then moved to Maidstone!!

It is extremely green, and the chairs have massagers on them, which feel comfortable!

Later in the day, we brought a rain mac for my trip to Canada, and it is bright pink, so I do not think I will become lost in the woods!!

I have now just finished a piece of my work, which is about policies and procedures in health and social care settings!

Driving lessons!!

2007-05-27T13:03:00.000+01:00

I have been worrying about learning to drive for a long while now, but I am going to start learning in September, once I have had my holiday!!

There is a man at our church that is a driving instructor, and charges only £19 a lesson, which is extremely cheap, compared to the other driving schools! I am very excited, as I will it mean I do not have to catch the bus any longer, but anxious that I will kill someone!!

Questions!

2007-05-22T17:14:00.000+01:00

My Auntie Rebecca recently sent me some questions to answer!

1. When did you first learn you could cook, and what are your favourite experiences with food. Why?

I don't think I have ever thought I could cook, but I do enjoy cooking, especially with my mum and Auntie Rebecca! When my Grandma was alive, I did a cooking badge with her many years ago, for my girl's group, known as Brownies!! We cooked sausage rolls, and malt bread, which my dad ate afterwards!
I enjoy eating food, particularly toad in the hole, or anything with sausages!!

2. How do you experience trains in your country? Do you hate them? If so, why, and if not, why not?

I catch the train every Monday to Wednesday to Folkestone, and I quite enjoy it! I always sit at the back of the train, where it is fairly quite, and I can enjoy the scenery!! Occasionally, I spot chewing gum, or crisps scattered on the floor, but they are not too messy, (in my opinion)!

3. What is your absolute favourite thing to do in your spare time, and why?

I enjoy sleeping, but the BEST thing of all is eating, especially sausages! Reading is excellent, as it is is peaceful, and I also love playing badminton!!

4. You have an extended family. Are they all mad?? What makes you give the answer you do?

My extended family are not all mad, but perhaps Auntie Rebecca (just joking)!! I think my family are caring, but I will not go into too much detail, because that would not be fair on them!

5. You probably love your mother very much...give me ten reasons why you do?

My mum is a superhero, she welcomes me home every day after college, my mum cooks, and cleans for me, she is a super listener, she cares about every detail, she packs me a delicious lunch for college, my mum is funny (and makes me laugh), she cares about others, she is the bestest thing since slice bread!!

Please help find Madeleine!!

2007-05-20T17:32:00.000+01:00

Madeleine was 3 years old when she was abducted on Thursday May 3rd, from her bed in a family holiday, situated at Praia De Luz, Algarve, Portugal!

Please send this picture on to anyone who may know where Madeleine may be, whether in Europe, or beyond!! Someone will have some vital information that will lead to Madeleine's whereabouts!

Local celebrity!!

2007-05-16T19:10:00.000+01:00

Near where I live, Chris Tarrant's daughter lives, known as Fia! Chris Tarrant is a television and radio presenter, of whom presents a gameshow, called Who Wants to be a Millionaire!!

Fia presents KMFM for Ashford, which is a local radio station, and often walks around the lake, situated just behind our home! I have seen her many times, but she is always talking on her mobile phone, so I haven't been able to say hello (or ask for her dad's autograph)!! She has a cute dog called Prince, and he always jumps up on me, when I see him!

On Thursday, I saw her and Prince walking around the lake, and after I had seen her I wrote her an email saying that I would gladly look after him at anytime, but I didn't expect to receive a reply!! Fia emailed me back, and wrote a kind email, saying she would like to see me around the lake!

I have always dreamed of meeting someone famous, so next time I see her, I am going to ask if I can go on Who Wants to be a Millionaire!!

A trip down memory lane!

2007-05-12T17:08:00.000+01:00

My mum and I were recently looking through some old pictures, and this one is of my Auntie Rebecca and I on the day of my dedication!!

Social policy!

2007-05-10T14:08:00.000+01:00

One of my assignments this term has been social welfare in Britian!! When I first was given the assignment, I thought it would be dreadful, particularly learning about the structure of the NHS, and how it has changed over the years!

I now find it quite interesting to learn about these things, and how the NHS is not treating individual's livng in this country with dignity and respect! My dad for example, needs a knee replacement drastically, as he can barely walk! He has need it for a long while, but the NHS has such a long waiting list, that he has to wait for months!! If he payed thousands of pounds privately, he could have a knee replacement tomorrow! Social Politics is extremely good to know about!

I've been tagged!!

2007-05-06T15:07:00.000+01:00

I wouldn't normally write on my blog so soon, but I have been tagged by Kinza!!

Five of my favourite hobbies.

1. Playing badminton, particularly with my dad, because he is really brilliant!!
2. Reading books, which is excellent, and I work in a library!
3. Writing on my blog, and reading other people's blogs!!
4. I don't know if you count it as a hobby, but talking with people, and listening to their problems!
5.Going to youth church, and being around indiviudal's who are interested in you!! Plus, I enjoy the breakfast!

Five of my favourite books.

1. From Witchcraft to Christ (True, and super story)!
2. The Christy Miller Series (12 books in the series)!!
3. Chasing the Dragon!
4. How to be a woman of God!!
5. Best Friends (Jaqueline Wilson, who I have met)!! It sounds babyish, but I enjoy all of her books!!

Five things I liked about school.

1. Lunchtime!!
2. Eating cinnamon whirls in French lessons!
3. Always breaking the blade in the D.T lessons!!
4. Miss Austen's jokes (She was my Health and Social Care teacher)!
5. Spying on the teacher's!!

Five things I disliked about school.

1. The people trying to steal your bags!
2. Mr Pritchard, and Mrs Pritchard, who were two nasty married science teachers!!
3. Cross Country running in P.E!
4. Always being told off by the P.E teacher, for doing something wrong!
5. Individual's squashing you against the wall!!

Five of my favourite movies.

1. Three men and a little lady (My dad looks like Peter from it)!
2. Pretty Woman!!
3. My Father, the hero!
4. Notting hill!
5. Parent trap!!

Almost finished!!

2007-05-05T13:39:00.000+01:00

I am coming towards the end of the school year now, and I have only about six weeks left until the Summer term!

Many individual's have dropped out of the course, (we have less than half )! Our assignments are coming to the end, and we are just adding the finishing touches!!

We have a first aid course this month, which will be interesting, as I am extremely interested in reviving a person! After half-term, we will be going to a new worksetting, I may even be placed in an occupational therapy ward!!

This year, we had to take Maths, Communication, and IT, as part of our course! Next year, we have the choice of either A level Communication, or A level Maths!! I have decided to take A level Maths, because I really enjoy Maths (I think it's because I understand it now)!!

White water rafting!

2007-05-02T19:08:00.000+01:00

I have just been told by my Auntie Rebecca that I will be going white water rafting in Canada!! I was extremely nervous when she first told me, but I have looked at some videos and pictures, and it looks quite fun, similar to a log flume! I am sure I will survive!

My dad really wants to come now, as he has always wanted to go white water rafting, and my brother told me that I would die, and he was rather I was going, than him!!

Pirates of the Caribbean 3 - At World's End Trailer

2007-05-02T17:33:00.001+01:00

This film is definitely one of the best, and I can't wait to see it!

Cooking skills!

2007-04-29T08:06:00.000+01:00

After the earthquake had hit Kent, we went to my Auntie Rebecca's house, where I was dropped off for the morning!!

The electricity was off, and my Auntie Rebecca was annoyed that we couldn't watch the television, or use the internet! The pictures on the walls had even tipped sideways from the tremor!

There were many sirens, and a huge police van came down the road! Auntie Rebecca took great delight in pulling back the curtains, so she could see what was happening! (She was extremely excited)!

It wasn't long before the electricity came back, and Auntie Rebecca wanted me to cook the lunch! I peeled the potatoes, and chopped them! Unfortunately, Auntie Rebecca wanted me to crack the egg open for the yorskire puddings!! BIG MISTAKE! I felt like such a dufus, as it missed the bowl, and went all over the floor! Auntie Rebecca made me crack the egg a second time, thankfully, it worked, and I didn't miss the bowl!!

Later on in the evening, I went to Louise's house for tea, where I ate a delicious sausage plaite!! I felt full afterwards, as I even got apple pie and ice cream!

Kent and Canterbury university!

2007-04-26T16:17:00.000+01:00

Our college arranged a trip to Kent and Canterbury university yesterday, which was tiring, but good!

We arrived about 12.00, on a hot, and full coach, where we all had to go into a huge room! The room was packed full of people, and I could barely move an inch!! Universities from across the country were there (and Australia), to try and convince you to go to their University!
I managed to pick up a few leaflets, but I think I want to go to Canterbury, to study occupational therapy!! Alison does not want anyone to stay in Kent, as it will look good on her record if we travel far!

Buckingamshire university were there, and the lady snubbed her nose up at me, and told me that this wasn't suitable for me! I wasn't even thinking of going there, but I was only looking!! It is because I am not academically brilliant!

I finished that cell membrane question today, which is the one I posted on my blog last week! Horrahhhhyyyy!

Evangelism day!!

2007-04-22T15:31:00.000+01:00

Today, I had youth church, which is particularly for young people in the church, and runs every other Sunday!!

Some helpers always prepare a beautiful breakfast for us all to eat, and today there was watermelon! Unfortunately, there were not many people there to eat it today, as I think indivdual's are studying for their exams coming up!!

We sang worship songs, and we were all given a musical instrument to play! Later on in the meeting, we all were split into four groups, where we were given a challenge to go to different places around Folkestone, Kent! Our group was sent to the library!!

After we had arrived at the destination, we had to open the piece of paper we had been given, which said that we had to try to ask individual's walking past a few questions! These included:-

What is your name?, Where do you live?, and Do you believe in Jesus Christ? If they answered yes to the last question, they recieved a chocolate bar!!

We asked many people, lots of whom said they didn't wan't to answer any questions! When we asked one lady, as soon as we mentioned Jesus, she told us to go away!! I think we touched a raw nerve in her heart!

I had a brilliant time anyway, and it was even better to know I had a wonderful dinner to come home to, roast pork, and popovers! My Auntie Rebecca, and Grandad came for dinner, where my Auntie Rebecca rested her ankle on my leg, and tried to make me smell her feet!!

The final term!

2007-04-19T16:01:00.000+01:00

It is finally here, the last term of the school year!! Horrahyy!

I went back to college on Monday, where I was bombarded with work, work, and more work! Yesterday, I became so stressed, my blood was boling, and I became bright red!!

One of my teachers, Alison, is a huge stressor in my course, as she is always saying about how hard you have to work to reach anywhere, and that you have to achieve the top grades in everything!! I eventually calmed down by the evening, realising that all I have to do, is try my best!

One of the questions, which made me extremely stressed yesterday, was a science question! It was 'Explain factors that influence movement of molecules across cell membranes in relation to cell growth'.

The teacher, Alison did not explain the question well, so I asked her for some help!! She then told me to look in the books! That would be okay, if it were explained simply in the books! I have found a bit of information on it now though!!

Frappuchino!!

2007-04-13T17:38:00.002+01:00

My Auntie Rebecca, mum, and I went to starbucks this morning, it was excellent! The queue was extremely long when we arrived, but we soon got served! I ordered a mango and passionfruit frappuchino, with a cinnamon bun!! It was the nicest cinnamon bun I have ever tastest!

We managed to find some comfortable chairs upstairs, where my Auntie was rearranging the furniture! Not long after we had sat down, a man and women came in, and Auntie Rebecca flicked her coffee at them, on her spoon!! This was because she looked young enough to be his daughter - yuk!

It was brilliant at starbucks, I have not had one for a very long time!! It was nice to talk, as well, especially for my mum and Auntie, who told me that I had to go swimming in Canada, whether I liked it, or not!!

I have been working most of the holidays on my social policy assignment, which has been difficult!! I have finally the finashed the task that is due in soon!

Auntie Rebecca dancing!

2007-04-10T12:17:00.001+01:00

Here it is!

The lake at Hever Castle!

2007-04-10T10:21:00.001+01:00

Here is one of the videos, taken at Hever!

A day at Hever!

2007-04-10T09:43:00.000+01:00

I spent the day at Hever Castle yesterday, with my Auntie Rebecca, Grandad, Auntie Cilla, and Uncle Jeff! Hever Castle is a brilliant castle, definitely my favourite!!

We set off just before 9.30am, and drove through the beautiful countryside, such as Biddenden, and Goudhurst! The first stop we had was at Biddenden, and Auntie Rebecca couldn't stand the smell, as it smelt of pigs!!

At 11.00, we parked the car, and walked up to Hever Caslte, where I took a few pictures!! Auntie Rebecca brought everyone an ice cream, and mine was smarties, yumm! The loos were quite good, but Auntie Rebecca thought they were going to be car park loos!

We queued to get into the castle, where I took some videos with my camera!! It was such a wonderful day, that it wasn't too bad waiting in the line!

Once we arrived in the castle, we looked at each room! My favourite was the execution room, as it was extremlely interesting, but I enjoyed all of it, even the little toilet!

Next, we all walked back to the car, where we collected the picnic! Grandad wanted to sit by the lake, which I was pleased about, because it was so pretty!! The picnic was delicious! Auntie Rebecca had made sandwiches, and we had posh yoghurts, the nicest yoghurts I've ever tasted!

All of us laughed, as we saw these two girls, who were rather large, struggling to row a boat! They couldn''t move at all, and I think they had to be rescued!!

The watermaze was excellent, where I managed to get myself soaked, but Auntie Rebecca missed the water!! We got lost in the garden maze, but it was still fun!

I had a super day, especially seeing Auntie Rebecca dancing, which I will put on my blog later!!

A trip to Heathrow!

2007-04-06T14:16:00.000+01:00

Yesterday morning, my Grandad, Dad, and I travelled up to Heathrow airport to collect my Auntie Rebecca after her long flight back to England, from Canada!! It was very busy on the roads, and my Dad had a bit of road rage, but I was too busy eating Grandad's hobnob biscuits to notice!

Once we arrived at Heathrow airport, terminal three, I managed to pick a good spot to wait for Auntie Rebecca, and she was out extremely quickly! I think I saw a rugby player, but it definitely wasn't Kyran Bracken!!

I pushed my Auntie's trolley back to the carpark, almost crashing into several cars on the way!
We stopped off at Clacket lane on the way home, where my Auntie was trying to find me an ice tea, but they did not sell it there!!

It was really good to see my Auntie Rebecca again, particularly her new hairstyle, and she brought me some presents!! One of the gifts was a bear, with a Canadian symbol on the foot, which I have now clipped onto my bag!

Top Trumps!

2007-04-04T19:44:00.000+01:00

The other day, I brought some Jaqueline Wilson top trumps! Top trumps is one of the BEST games, and the person who manages to recieve all the cards, wins the game!! I brought it to play with my Auntie Rebecca for when we fly to Canada in July! (I know she hates games though)! My dad hates games as well, it must be the way they were brought up!!

I have decided I am going to change my blog now, particularly the pictures, as they look terrible, and I have changed a lot since then!

Yesterday, I was working at Ashford library, when I accidentally put £7.99 through the till twice! A senior lady, who doesn't like me much (I think it's because I'm the youngest) was not very nice, because of this! I just smiled sweetly at her!!

Easter time!

2007-03-31T17:05:00.000+01:00

It's officially the Easter holidays, which means, I'm off for two weeks!!

I spent this morning working at a branch of Ashford library, a particularly rough part of Ashford, but the library is excellent! The only problem is, only a few customers came in all morning, most of them being young children!!

I have quite a lot of work to do over the Easter period, the worst one is social policy!! It is really difficult! I have taken out several books from the library to help me, which isn't too bad, apart from they are all in small print!

The city of London!!

2007-03-25T18:40:00.000+01:00

As my birthday treat, my parents, cousin, and I spent the day in London, which was excellent, but extremely exhausting!

We left home at 9.30am, and drove to a town called Orpington, which is situated just outside of London! The train to Charing Cross was packed, and we had to stand the whole journey! Fortunately, it wasn't too far!!

Once we had arrived, we caught the Underground to South Kensington! Next, we walked up to the Natural History Museam, where we spent the majority of the day!!

It was free to enter the museam, but they caught you with the food prices, which were high! It was very interesting looking around the museam, and we even got to experience a real earthquake! It is very interactive there, plenty of things to touch, and press!!

At lunchtime, we ate a cheese and ham baguette, which was soft, and scrummy!

The next stop was Knightsbridge station, where we went to Harrods!! My dad was in a lot of pain, because he had an operation on his knee a few weeks ago, and it was tiring for him walking up all the underground steps!

At Harrods, there were protesters, protesting about fur! They had loud speakers, telling us we shouldn't go into Harrods, as they sell real fur!!

We managed to get lost in Harrods, and ended up looking at the watches and jewleery, worth thousads of pounds! There was a lot of perfumes on show, and I sprayed some on myself!! It wasn;t until afterwards that I realised it was men's cologne! 9they didn't make it clear on the box)!

The top picture is of my cousin Vivienne standing next to a Monkey at the Natural History Museam!
The one underneath is of the London eye, taken on the train!!

Simply the best!

2007-03-21T19:09:00.000Z

Yesterday, was such a brilliant day, I think birthdays get better, as you grow older!!

I started off the day by going to college, which wasn't too bad! My teacher gave me a hug, which was strange! I told her that I wasn't a huggy person, but she still gave me one anyway!

Thankfully, no-one had done any party games, which they said they were going to do!!

In the afternoon, my Grandad picked me up from the train station! This was a real treat for me, as normally, I have to catch the bus and train! Once we arrived home, I had some of my birthday presents, because there wasn't time in the morning!! I had some excellent things! I got mainly money for my Canadian trip in the summer! My parents brought me some really nice trainers, and some other things (I won't bore you)!!

Later on, we had pizza hut at home, which as delicous! My brother Matthew and partner Terri came round, and I had their present, which was a lady jewellery stand! It is really pretty!

I had a wonderful day, and thank you Erin, Tim and Eithne for writing on my blog!!

For pudding, we had a profiterole dessert with candles, it was the BEST thing ever!

P.S. Kyran Bracken won Dancong on ice! Horrahhhh!

Birthday Month!

2007-03-17T15:40:00.000Z

There has been a lot of birthdays this month, and a lot more to come!! Tuesday, it was my Grandad's birthday, and he was 85 years old, Thursday, it was my other Grandad's birthday, and he was 76 years old! The best birthday though is on Tuesday, mine!!! Horrahhhhh!!!!! I will be 17 years old, and next Saturday, I am going to London!

Tonight, it is the dancing on ice GRAND FINAL! I hope Kyran will win, I will let you know if he does! They have got to fly in tonight's programme, which Kyran has been finding difficult, as his posture isn't that great!

Dancing On Ice - 2007

2007-03-11T14:31:00.001Z

Here it is Auntie Rebecca and Carol Ann!!

Dancing on ice (the semi final)!

2007-03-11T14:07:00.000Z

Dancing on ice, the semi final was on television yesterday, after worrying that it wouldn't be on, as there has been an investigation into the votes (someone may have fixed them)!!
You'll be pleased to know Carol Ann, that Kyran is in the final, he got 4 6's last night for his dance, which is the highest score!!

This week has been excellent, as I got my first distinction, for effective communication! Wednedsay, I had the day off, but I was incredibly disappointed to find that my Auntie Rebecca and grandad had waited for me at the train station! I look for them every day, and the one day that I am not there, they look for me!! My dad would call it sod's law!

I will be put a video of Kyran on my blog, especially for you Carol Ann!!!

Pink smarties!

2007-03-06T19:49:00.000Z

Sunday, we went to visit my Auntie Rebecca, because we will not see her for over four weeks now, as she is flying to Canada! Next time she goes though, she will be taking someone with her!!
As soon as we arrived, she sat us down with this delicious pink jello, which was one of the nicest desserts I have ever tasted! She insisted I had seconds, even though I should be careful, secretly I was pleased though!
Later on, she handed me a whole tube of pink smarties, which are scrummy! (I think she is trying to fatten me up)!! I will miss her a lot when she goes to Canada, especially her food!

Today, my dad had an operation on his knee! When we picked him up from the hospital, I played on his crutches, he had been given! He is recovering well though, only his knee looks like a balloon!!

Tiring day!

2007-03-03T11:08:00.000Z

This is a picture of Kyran Bracken!

Yesterday, was a very emotionally straining day, as I started at my new work placement! I can't really say what went on, but it was horrible! I would definitely not want any of my grand parents to go in there!! Only four more times left though!

Today, it is my favourite television programme, Dancing on ice, I really would like Kyran Bracken to win, who used to be a rugby player! The other night, I dreamt that Auntie Rebecca was going to be married to him!

A sermon!!

2007-02-28T19:07:00.000Z

Sunday, was a very nervous day, as my girls group leaders asked if I would share my experience from soul sista in front of the whole youth church! I have never talked before, at least not without crying, but I did it! YES!!!!! I looked at the wall behind, and when I looked at the people's faces, they were smiling at me! Several people told me I had done well, which was extremely encouraging!

I have my new workplacement on Friday, at a residential home in Ashford, which looks very nice, but I am worried (like usual) that they will forget I am meant to be going!!

Know your Elements!

2007-02-24T17:03:00.001Z

This song reminds me of my secondary school days! A teacher called Mr Pritchard used to always play this song, and I tried to sing along, but I can't!!

My auntie!

2007-02-22T14:58:00.000Z

My Auntie Rebecca took me to college yesterday, as my mum was helping her with some cleaning! It was brilliant to not have to catch the bus and train!

Auntie Rebecca told me she wasn't going to do anything embarrassing, but as I got out of the car, she started waving to me wildely, telling me to have a good day! I wouldn't have minded if there hadn't been anyone around, but unfortunately, a girl was walking down the road! She was laughing her head off, and couldn't stop smiling!! I hid in my jacket, pretending that I was invisible! Thankfully, the girl didn't say anything, but I could tell what she was thinking!
She is still the best though!!

My Auntie told my mum I had something to write on my blog today, so that is why I am writing this!

Im off to Canada!!!

2007-02-19T18:54:00.000Z

The tickets have now been booked for my first trip to Canada, on the 16th July to the 12th August, with my Auntie Rebecca!
We are flying with zoom, which goes direct to Winnipeg airport, and apparently the seats are extremely comfortable, with delicious snacks!! When my Auntie told me that she was booking the tickets, I was jumping up and down! I can't really believe it at the moment!

Yesterday, was my cousin's birthday, and she lives in quite a small village! My mum and I went over there with her birthday present, I think she liked it very much!

Today, I went back to college, after a brilliant half term! Even more people have left the course now! Soon, I think they'll only be about three people left!

An afternoon with Louise!

2007-02-16T16:03:00.000Z

Yesterday afternoon, Louise came round my house at 3.30 pm!! It was brilliant!
The first thing was to tell Louise about the surprise that is coming for her, which she is really excited about! Gethin, the blue peter presenter is signing a picture for her! It should be hear any day now! Louise was jumping up and down when I told her!
Afterward, we played on the playstation, on the game, the Lion, the witch, and the wardrobe! It was excellent, but we got a little bit stuck on a level!

For dinner, we ate Pork chops, Roast Potatoes, Courgettes, Sweetcorn, and Gravy!! Pudding was definitely the best though, as we ate Strawberry, and Cream cheesecake!

Today, I had a super day at the library this morning! I have to work to save up for my trip to Canada! I almost have enough!
Lunch was even better, as my mum and I went to Marks and Spencer! I brought cold sausages, and these cheesey stars!

Soul Sista Weekend!!

2007-02-12T10:14:00.000Z

Last weekend, I went to Ashburnum in East Sussex with my girl's group to a soul sista houseparty!! It was brilliant! My friend, Becky came as well, so it was really good to develop a closer friendship with her!

The two girl's group leaders took us there, Fiona and Sonia! Once we arrived at Ashburnum at about 6.30, on Friday evening, we went and dinner! We ate Jacket potato, with cheese, which was delicious! Two of the soul sista team came and spoke to Becky and I, one of them was Irish!! We spoke for a while, and she said she worked on a television show, and that television show is Blue Peter! I was very excited, especially as I watch Blue Peter (yes, I know I'm sad!) Guess what Louise, her best friend is Gethin, and I have a surprise for you!!!

I kept asking the lady questions the whole time we were there!

There were plenty of things to do there, a pamper corner, where I had a hand massage! There were two seminars on Saturday, and two meetings, which were excellent!! On Saturday evening, the holy spirit moved, and people were falling over, which was very emotional, but super!

The food was absolutley scrummy, especially the forest fruits ice cream we had! There were lots of cakes too, and fruit flan!!

It rained quite a lot, but we did manage to see some of the beautiful grounds! The bed's weren't too bad, apart from I was on the top bunk, and I kept banging my head on the ceiling! There was also damp above me!

I had a wonderful time, and would definitely go back!!

The picture on the top right is my friend Becky, I have known her since I was born!! She didn't want me to post the picture, but I did post the nice one!

Spare ribs!

2007-02-06T19:05:00.000Z

It has been a busy week, so far!!

Sunday, was a briliant day, but frightening at the beginning of the day, as I was made to go up to the front of our church to be prayed for! At first, I sunk into the chair, pretending I wasn't there! I eventually went up though!
In the afternoon, my Auntie Rebecca and Grandad came for dinner, and they brought spare ribs, which we ate yesterday evening for dinner!! They were delicious, especially the tangy, barbeque sauce they came in!! My Auntie Rebecca told me about her week, and about the duck she ate! Later on, we watched the dvd of Eithne's first Christmas, as my Auntie Rebecca hadn't seen it, it was really funny! We didn't manage to watch it all though, as grandad feel asleep!!

Another person has dropped out of my course!! There are not many of us left now!!

Every day, as I walk to the college, I look for Auntie Rebecca, or grandad passing by, so far, I haven't seen them!!

The elderly!

2007-02-03T14:34:00.000Z

Yesterday, I was at the eldercare centre, for my workplacement! I am really enjoying it, and love listening to the elderly talk about their lives! There is one lady called Terri, who is super! She is almost 90 years old, and finds it difficult to walk, but she always takes my hand to help her! A man named Joe gave me £5 yesterday, and told me to buy an ice cream!! I had to check that that was alright though! Guess where my £5 is going to go? Not far to go!
Next week is my last week at the eldercare centre, and then I have only one more workplacement, it all finishes at Easter, which is early this year!

Today for lunch, I had a sausage and cheese pasty thing, it was delicious!!

Dreams!

2007-01-31T18:55:00.000Z

I seem to dream every night! Monday night, I dreamt about Louise, that we were in sainsbury's supermarket together, and she was chasing someone! Tuesday night, I dreamt that I was running after Macauly Culkin (from home alone) in bluewater shopping centre!
I dream about Canada a lot, but that is understandable, as I think about it a lot!!

There was a huge argument at college today between two girls! All they seem to do is talk about each other behind their backs, I hate that!!!!

I am looking forward to half term, as I will have a week off!

A word!

2007-01-28T14:19:00.000Z

Today, it was brilliant at youth church! We had fruit salad for breakfast, and Ashford and New Romney church came up to join us! It felt odd to have my old church there, but I have moved on, and extremely pleased!
We had to be in groups, to see if the holy spirit gave us a word for someone! I was given a word for the first time, that ws relavant to my daily life! I was really moved today!

I am looking forward to half term soon, as it will be a nice break! On the 9th of February to the 11th February, I am going to soul sista, which is a thing especially for girls! Apparently the roast dinners are delicious!

Aunite Rebecca, I hope you feel better soon, and well enough to go the gym and costa coffee!!

He's behind you!!

2007-01-26T16:31:00.000Z

I am extremely pleased at the moment, because yesterday I sold my doll's house shop for £50, to raise money for my trip to Canada! It is no far to go now!!
The lady asked if she could have it for £40, but we stuck it out until the end, as we knew someone else was interested in it!

Today, I was at my work placement, which I am having a super time at! I had to do some chair excercises today, which was very tiring - NOT!!

This evening, I am going to the pantomime! It is brilliant, and we go every year! I especially go for the ice cream, as it's my favourite!

Stand up for what you believe in!!

2007-01-23T18:52:00.000Z

Today has been a difficult day, but it was much better towards the end!!
There was only six people in college today, including me! One of the girls is not that nice, and she wouldn't stop talking about 'you know what'!! She was laughing at me, because I am different! It made me feel upset, but then I thought she is probably just insecure! I think it is good to stand up for what you believe in, and not follow everything else, but it take a lot of courage to do that!

The good part of the day was that I went to the doctors today, and managed to get something new for my spots! I have tried nearly everything on the market, and nothing seems to work!!

Miss Potter trailer

2007-01-21T20:12:00.001Z

If you have the chance to see this film, you should!! It is brilliant! What could be better than sitting with your favourite Auntie and grandad, eating mint choclate chip ice cream, and watching a super film!

Madelines!!!

2007-01-20T09:39:00.000Z

Yesterday, I got given some madelines from my Auntie Rebecca, they're the best!!! They taste a bit like buns, but even nicer!! When I arrived home last night, I couldn't resist eating one!

At the eldercare centre yesterday, I got to go on the eldercare bus, to pick up all the people! I even had to use the lift!! Doreen, the grumpy lady hit me with her walking frame yesterday! I am having a super time there though, and one of the old ladies said I was her favourite yesterday, which I felt extremely pleased about!!

My dad had to open a dead body up yesterday, who's bowell had burst! Unfortunately, when he opened the body up, poo went absolutley everywhere, all over my dad mainly!

I am going to the cinema today, to see miss potter, with my granda and Auntie Rebecca, and I am really looking forward to it!!

The dreaded parents evening!!

2007-01-17T19:09:00.000Z

Well, yesterday went really well!! I had a parents evening, and I wasn't looking forward to it! We had to wait for ages to see the teachers, as people kept pushing in, but it wasn't too bad! I was worried about what Alison would say about me, but I think she liked my dad, so she is nice to me now!! They said I was too quiet, and needed to speak up more, but I get that comment every parents evening!!

Before, parents evening started, I walked to the Maf office, where my grandad was! It was brilliant! I even got a slice of cake, and a glass of milk!!

Once we had finished parents evening, it was fairly late, so we had a takeaway burger king! I have been put off kfc for life now, as someone in my church found a chicken head in their chicken, and they could even make out the eyes!!!

My favourite television programme starts on Saturday, Dancing on Ice!! I can't wait until I am on that programme - Not!!! Hopefully, after the summer I will be able to move on the ice, if my cousin Tim teaches me in Canada!!

Eldercare centre!!!

2007-01-14T19:27:00.000Z

I have started my second work placement at the eldercare centre in Ashford!! I found it really interesting, apart from this moany, old lady called Doreen! All she did was boast about how great she was at everything, and moan every minute!! There were some really nice people too, who made me feel very welcome!

I dreamt a dream the other night about my second cousin Eithne, and that she was sitting on Erin's lap talking at the age she is now!! Not only was she talking, but she was using really intellectual words! Canada was also in the garage!!

I also dreamt another dream about my Auntie Rebecca and I, that we were flying to Canada, but I hadn't packed anything, and became really worried about it!!! I can't wait to see you soon Auntie Rebecca, I miss you!

Today, I had a brilliant day, as my grandad came over for dinner! He is really fun, and cares about you!!

Btec National Diploma in Health Studies!

2007-01-11T11:40:00.000Z

I am going to be writing about my course, as asked by Carol-Ann!!

I started the course in September, and it is a very busy course, five people have dropped out already, because they cannot handle the amount of work set!
It is brilliant though, and I seem to learn quite a lot every day!! I have to catch the bus and train every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, Thursday is my study day, and Friday, I am in a work placement setting!

My course is set into sections, some about Anatomy and Physiology, which is good because my dad can help me sometimes! There is a communication unt, research unit, work placement unit, and many other units!!

This course is worth three A levels, and I am hoping to become an Assitant Physiotherapist at the end of it! I would really like to work at Great Ormond Street Hospital in London, which is a children's hospital! When I am older, I don't really want to stay in this country, but move abroad!!

Another day has passed!!

2007-01-09T17:16:00.000Z

Another day has passed, which is a day towards the summer!!! Today, we had a surprise I.T exam, and I became a little bit worried, but I passed!! Horrahhhhhyyyy!

I have been assigned my next workplacement, which is a very short one! It is at the Eldercare centre, which I am quite looking forward to, apart from I am always anxious that I will make a mistake!

At college, I am always dreaming about certain things, mainly krispy kreme doughnuts, and travelling!! I am looking forward to March, because I will be having a krispy kreme doughnut, at Harrods!!

My favourite pictures of wonderful food!

2007-01-06T11:09:00.000Z