Let it snow!
Hello!
How's the weather where you are? It's absolutely freezing here. Parts of the country are under a foot of snow but we just have a very cold wind and clear skies here in Somerset. Although I'm sure it's not much fun for anyone who has to try to get to work and gets stuck on the roads, we'd love to have a bit of snow down here. We bought a new sledge last weekend and Louie is very keen to try it out. Hopefully we'll have snow sometime this winter. Last winter we had lots of snow in February. Here's a photo of my two boys on, funnily enough, a sledge that is exactly the same as the one we have just bought! I can't remember whose it was…
The party we had for the boys was loads of fun. We played lots of games, ate lots of food and had some delicious cakes. It was a big success. I was wondering before whether I'd ever do another one again, but I reckon I would. Here's a photo from the day. Ozzy's on the left and Louie's in the yellow police jacket (it was a fancy dress party.
And here are the cakes that my neighbour made and we both decorated – the party was for my two boys, aged 2 and 4, and her little girl, aged 3.
It's been so nice to read the other teacher and student bloggers' posts and so lovely to hear from those of you who have written comments. I remember you all from last time I blogged. I can't seem to see my first post to respond to the comments on that, but here are some replies from my second blog… Leila I agree that Keats is a bit difficult to read, you should definitely try and see Bright Star though, if you liked The Piano. Concetta I'm worried that our cinema might close one day as well, there are rumours that the family who run it are thinking of retiring :-( and you're right about the poem! Filippo hope you had a good week too and that you like the photos I'm posting of the party Hyoshil yes I'd say we're in the Christmas mood… our tree is up, we have lots of decorations and cards everywhere. I've seen one of those dancing santa bands you mentioned – pretty strange! :-) Kuldeep thanks for telling me about that poet, I hadn't heard of him before. I'll have a look for some of his poems. Thank you!
Just a bit more Christmas shopping to do this week and then it's off to my parents on the 23rd… can't wait! By the way, anyone got any ideas for what I can buy for the men in my life, i.e. my husband and my dad? Is it just me or are men much harder to buy presents for than women? Any suggestions gratefully received… :-)
Okay, time to put the kids to bed.
More soon!
Amy
Vocabulary:
sledge: a thing, usually wooden, that is used to pull people through the snow. They can be big or small.
to reckon: to think
a fancy dress party: a party where the guests are asked to come in a costume rather than just normal clothes
Comments
Hi,Amy I cannot wait to tell you that your babies are so cute that I can not resist touching their faces in the photo when I see it and the cakes look delectable. It is also freezing cold here.So as for the gift,I prefer to give my dad a woolen scarf as a Spring Festival present(our traditional holiday).It's practical and it helps to keep my beloved from cold.I hope my words will help you and Merry Christmas! Tracy
Hi. I can see that you also are playing the game with hidden titles in your blog. Though I am not sure you did in on purpose. Well, what could you give as presents for the men in your life? Do they like any special food or drink particularly? Everyone knows that my hubby likes tea, so for Xmas he often gets tea, yet not enough to cover the needs of a year.
Hi Amy, I reckon your pictures look fantastic.The weather here is hot as always. I even went to the beach and lake in the reserve near here. I'll upload some pictures and maybe write a blog later but I liked so much Ana's blog that I won't publish the mine until everybody reads her entry.
Hi again Amy! Yesterday we had snow over here as well and it sounds like it is going to snow again. The downside is going out with the ice on the streets. Yesterday morning I stumbled in front of my house. Luckily, no one saw me. I reckon I was a bit clumsy cause I was not wearing a pair of snow boots. If I do not happen to hear from you before, have a great Xmas to you and your family!!
Hi Amy, Haven't you got snow yet? My town is under a foot of snow, and our garden is covered with white and thick snow carpet. The joint-birthday party sounds yummy and fun. it seems quite economy,too. My siblings chip in cash and give it to my mum so she can do or buy what she wants.Well,it sounds apathetic and a bit lazy but she's happy with it. All the best to you and family.
Happy New Year Amy! It is very cold here in Finland, minus 20!
HI Amy,it is my first time to read the dairy from a teacher.i feel so excited ,finding another way to improve my english.And i cant help to have my own blog now.Getting comments from friends and teachers all over the world.By the way,your babies are so cute ,wish u happy new year.
You kids are so cute. I did take care of the kids at the same age.Luckily I could read this blog.Take care and wishing you have the Happinest New Year.
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