Diary
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Poorly Mum
Thankfully Mum is now nearing the end of her chemotherapy. The effects of the chemotherapy seem to be cumulative and despite feeling right proper poorly after each treatment, her blood count is good and these final treatments are just to be on the safe side as recommended by the specialist. Well done Mum – just Continue reading
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Nice Sunday
Got up too early, Drank tea, ate biscuits had then some brekkie, mooched, read Emma some books, did a bit painting, ate lunch, took part is the “Friends of Earls Colne School” bike ride, ate some cake, home, researched community cinema, tea, read Emma more stories, now we’re going too watch Kevin Mclouds “Man Made Continue reading
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Booked!
After hearing Guy Garvey Praising up Port Meirion during his program and as its so close to Snowdonia we booked a cottage near Criccieth for a week just after Christmas.Lurvely! Continue reading
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Livvy is 5!
The Corkys threw Livvy’s fifth birthday party on Saturday. The weather was lovely and the kids had a splendid time playing pass the parcel, Musical statues and watching a Punch & Judy show. Happy Birthday Livvy! Emma in her “Brave” dress. Continue reading
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Man on a Ledge
Escaped convict Nick Cassidy climbs onto a ledge of a skyscraper and threatens to jump, causing a diversion while his brother commits a robbery to clear Nicks name. Its alright, the plot is pretty daft and if it wasn’t for the fact he’s dangling off a building it would be completely unexciting. Leave it until Continue reading
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Good Weekend
Went to Wembley Stadium to Watch Saracens v Leicester with Wilko on Saturday afternoon. It was a good if low scoring game (they drew 9 – 9). The Saracens would have won but Owen Farrell had a rubbish day missing 4 out of 5 penalties but at least the sarries remain unbeaten. Hatty and Lewis Continue reading
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New Bike!
Got my new bike today. Its so nice to ride much much quicker then my old clunker! Continue reading
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Cut the Rope
Its busy at the Thomas’s today, we’ve all got addicted to feeding Om Nom! Get the app or play online N.B Om Nom reminds me of Jacob when Emma was feeding him! Continue reading
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Mobile Downloads for BBC iPlayer
The BBC has upgraded the iplayer app for smartphones and tablets to enable you to download and watch programmes rather than just streaming them. So now you can watch programmes wherever and whenever you want. Cool! Continue reading
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First Day at School
Emma had a great first day at school. It was really nice as I am working near home this week so we were both able to take her round to the school. Emma was fine although K and I were welling up a bit! Continue reading
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Last Day of The Hols
What a gorgeous day. So Emma and I headed down to Mersea for a spot of crabbing. Then we had lunch in the cafe and a stroll to the beach over the flooded board walk which I think was the highlight of Emmas day. It was the perfect day to end the summer holidays before Continue reading
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Little Black Submarines
Is the new single by The Black Keys. Best song of the last year I reckon. Continue reading
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The Kid with a Bike
For no fault of his own, Cyril has been put into foster care by his loser father. Cyril obsessively tries to find his bike, surely his father must have cared about him enough not to sell that off?. During his search for his bike and his father, he meets Samantha, a woman who seems surprised Continue reading
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How to Travel Through the Earth
Want to get to the other side of the world quickly? Here is what would happen if you drilled a hole through the earth and jumped in. Continue reading
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Tony Scott
So sad to hear of the death of Tony Scott who directed some of the best actions films of the 80’s & 90’s. Particularly “True Romance” Which is probably my favourite film of all time. I don’t know how many times I have watched it. Here is a link to the Sicilian scene in-between Dennis Continue reading
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Curiosity Rover Animation
A fascinating animation which depicts key events of NASA’s Mars Science Curiosity Laboratory mission. [tube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P4boyXQuUIw&feature=youtu.be[/tube] Continue reading
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The Dark Knight Rises
Eight years after taking the responsibility for the death of Harvey Dent, Batman’s self-imposed exile comes to an end with the arrival of Bane a ruthless killer who wants control of Gotham. This is a big, sprawling movie and I think the best in the series. Bane is a great villain, ruthless and captivating to Continue reading
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At Last!
30° yesterday. Had the Corky’s over for a barbie and the girls had a lovely time in the paddling pool. A proper Summers day at last. Continue reading
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Ride London 100
Registered in the ballot to take part in the Ride London 100 which is being held in August next year. Hope I get a place! Continue reading
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Hazards of Cycling
Cycling home today I was stung on the inside of my lip by some sort of stinging bug it even left its sting behind! I’m not sure what it was but the sting was pretty long and it was brown. We’re having a barbie this afternoon I’m not sure how I’m going to chew my Continue reading
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Trip t’North
Thanks Ol & Roy for having us last weekend, we met up with Bob, Marie and Jacob at Tatton Park and had a great afternoon followed by a beer at The Bells of Peover and then a barbie at Bobs. On Sunday we went to see Jaks & Stuart for a brew before heading home. Continue reading
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Anglesey Abbey
Had a day out at Anglesey Abbey on Wednesday. Its great to see The National Trust getting more geared up for kids. They’ve really invested a lot of money at the Abbey, building a treehouse, woodland walk to go bug hunting, A huge shed with cupboards full of stuff from the woods such as birds Continue reading
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Weekend Camping at Gullivers
Had a great weekend camping with the Caples at Gullivers. The weather wasn’t too bad, sunny intervals with really heavy showers but the kids had a great time. I tell you – Some of those rides are seriously scary! We had to take shelter from a storm in a mini wooden church at one point! Continue reading
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Amazing Ceremony
The queen as a bond girl – who would have believed it! Loved the music montage – I never imagined the sex pistols would be included – great stuff Danny Boyle! Continue reading
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Barbie for one
Home alone this week as the girls have gone off to Sunny Swindon. It’s nice to have to have some time to get some things done but it’s far too quiet! Miss you girls xxx Continue reading
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Epic
Watched the preview for this film before Ice Age it looks amazing but apparently its not out until May next year 🙁 [tube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=-xu3JLXfuwQ[/tube] Continue reading
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Mumford & Sons
Release their new album “Babel” on the 24th September. Whoop whoop! Continue reading