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I was a receptionist at a private secondary school. None of the teachers were there at 7.30 in the morning - some may have been there at 8.00 when I started. No they don't leave at 3.30 and are most probably there until 5.00-5.30 but unless there is a Parents Evening or school concert then not there until 7.30 each night. After school club was done in rotation. Having said that, they were the most dedicated and hard working people I have ever come across. I had to be on site during school holidays and some came in to tidy up the walls in their classrooms, take down old pictures etc - not all of them, but some of them. They also got paid more than your average teacher and I think that always helps. Also inset days, yes they did work on those days, we had a talk on spotting children who may be having difficulties at home, being bullied etc and our First Aid course was conducted on a Saturday. All were willing to give up their time.

Hi all Non dd has decided to go back to work today even though signed off until Monday. She is doing a 3 hour shift to ease herself back in as we are around to take her into work and bring her back early if needed. She has booked most of next week off as we are taking dd back to school next week so not around and she doesn't drive yet,. Neighbours and boyfriend on hand and standby. She is eating again, but small amounts and careful about what she eats. Not looking forward to her eventual removal of gallbladder as this is likely to happen again. The birthday cake was a bit of a disappointment. From Tesco's and had hidden sweets in it. Rather sickly and sweet - and it was one of the more expensive ones!

Finally she has come home today. Still not 100% but she was determined to come home. She's really not capitalising on the fact that fact she's not well! Only done two hot water bottles and made a light lunch - perhaps she will be more demanding tomorrow. Fortunately the birthday cake has a best before date of the 28 August so she may be able to risk having a slice later on this week.

I'm also the Joker from Jeu de Cartes

Hi Linmm.and Jacqueline Just got back from evening visit. She feels better and hopefully can come home tomorrow. She's on a saline drip - they are taking good care of her so far. Hoping to have the op either back at the Nuffield (not sure NHS will want to pay again) or has been very impressed with the staff at Royal Sussex so she's hoping she can elect to go there. We are really hoping she will be coming home tomorrow we have balloons to blow up for her and cake which we hope she can have a sliver of, but thanks so much for the offer popping round. May take you up on that if she can have her op there. Thanks for the advice about Asda had not thought of that, although I have to admit, we took the new car there a couple of weeks ago whilst dd was having a lesson at Patcham and I had my hands over my eyes as we came down (I wasn't driving) - it's very tight in that car park - spaces are fine but coming down is scary! And thanks Linmm for the number of the buses. I had often wondered about parking there and catching the bus to do my shopping but until my car is somewhat older I'll still be parking in Churchill or getting the train

Not continually posted about the trials and tribulations of getting treatment on NHS but here is an update. GP agreed to non dd seeking treatment out of area as she was waiting for a letter which would give her a date six weeks in the future to have a discussion about having the endoscopy. She saw the Consultant at the Nuffield Hospital on Monday and the endoscopy was scheduled for yesterday. I cannot speak highly enough of this hospital, fantastic staff, beautiful surroundings and the most fantastic care (NHS are paying fortunately, but would recommend going here if you are unfortunate enough to be unwell.). Unfortunately she is the 1 out of 7 who has ended up with pancreatitis. She had to stay in overnight yesterday and has now been transferred to NHS hospital who although the staff are wonderful those in East Sussex will know it's not an easy place to park - especially with a brand new car which I am so terrified of damaging! She has to stay in overnight tonight and so tomorrow will be, as last year, spending part of her birthday in hospital! Gallbladder removal should be in 6 weeks.

Hoping everything sorts itself out soon and things get back on an even keel. xx

Thinking of you, hope all goes well x

Just got back from Judy and dd says 26th July is the last class

Not a drop-in as say Pineapple and Danceworks, but Hampton Ballet Academy (outskirts of Brighton) closes later than most ballet schools - closes for the summer end of July. DD takes classes there when home for the holidays.

Unfortunately I cannot help with accommodation, but just wanted to wish you well with the surgery on your other daughter and I really hope someone can help you out. Have ENB not been able to offer any assistance?

24/7 - I cannot stand to see it written or spoken - it is 24 hours a day grr

DD and myself are off to Brighton this afternoon. I was lucky enough to see the production at Tunbridge Wells so interested to see a different cast.

Hi so sorry to hear this and I agree with everything bluebell has said. Was there any feedback. Perhaps a year out and try again? Also is Ballet West outreach near you? Sending hugs to you and your daughter

DD attends Hampton Ballet Academy during holidays when she is back from vocational school There is also Legat at Bedes but not sure if they still do an associate class

On a slight divergence, Tia is steadily getting to her goal weight - the nurse reckons another two"weigh ins" and she will be there - my progress is somewhat slower but we're both getting there

I've held out about getting another cat just yet as our other cat Tia is 10 years old and I'm worried she'll run away. If you get a new cat taxi, do let us know all about it and sorry for hijacking your post

So sorry Taxi Hugs to you. Poppy never recovered from her kidney disease last year and we had the dreaded trip to the vets last September. I've come on here so often to say but not been able to - still miss her so much, oh gosh tearing up yet again.

Fluffy socks, silly pens. Sometimes it's just getting a parcel and not about what's in it.

After the botched attempt of the BBC to put on Jamaica Inn I'm going to have to re-read. I couldn't remember any of it except by the end of episode 2 did start to remember that the vicar wasn't all he should be.

Oh Christmas Carol again, oh my goodness that has made my day! Saw BTUK's production last time when at Tunbridge Wells it was wonderful - can't wait. Actually there was a slight malfunction of the boat when I saw the Little Mermaid - handled superbly by the Prince.

taxi soon as I saw the road number I knew what you were going to say!! People who live around MK and the A421 always wear their tyres differently because of all the roundabouts (or islands as I call them as I come from Brum!) Janet, I was going to say that was called the Magic Roundabout - but that's In Hemel Hempstead. I used to travel miles to take DD to ballet in St Albans from Aylesbury rather than go anywhere near that abomination. Not sure what the one in High Wycombe is called

Sorry, never thought to delete cookies. I'm normally quite religious about deleting on a regular basis but I must have let it slip. Can now sign out,

Actually, don't miss the stick throwing, but I do miss hearing the bird now. I'm so contrary

Well in amongst all the Hardy I downloaded I think I've downloaded some rather dubious books! Need to get non-dd to delete them!!