Great Expectations!

Hopefully a post to make you smile, possibly cringe, and maybe even laugh! There is very little in a childs life, as exciting as the anticipation, of their Christmas presents. Cost for a child is not really a factor. Some totally loose the run of themselves, others keep their requests modest. We parents are especially … More Great Expectations!

Announcement!

For those of you who have been so good, as to keep your fingers crossed for us. And those who held your breath as we did, hoping against hope, that the worst would not happen. I have an announcement to make. It is with great sadness, I must advise you, that despite the heroic efforts, … More Announcement!

The Will To Win!

“Its not about winning or loosing, its all about doing your best, and enjoying taking part”. This is what we parents say to our children. And some of us actually mean it. Some of us definitely do not. I teach and coach swimming, and have seen all manner of parents. The ones who do not … More The Will To Win!

Letting Go.

Ten months ago in our village, a young boy aged fifteen died. Every day since his funeral, his dad sits by his grave. He is sometimes joined by other family members, but mostly he’s alone. He arrives every day, early morning, and stays until after dark, leaving briefly at lunch and dinnertime to eat. I … More Letting Go.

Taking Stock!

Do you ever look at your life, and wonder how you got to be here? Did you see this as your future, when you dreamed as a child? Other than to have children, I did not really dream too much of my future. My only wish was to be happy. As a teenager. life conspired … More Taking Stock!