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John brought home a Yantra mat. It's for relaxation and features little sun shaped prongs. It was odd at first but was quite relaxing in the end. However, this is what it did to my back.

And here are more satisfied customers. 

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I know some think I'm mad getting up early on Saturday mornings to go for a run but on a morning like today it was well worth it for the sunshine and views. No records broken today but I didn't look at my watch once which pleased me as it meant I was enjoying myself and don't focussing on speed; there was no need!  

Jude had a concert this afternoon as part of Birmingham Schools Concert Band. St. John's Hall Green has magnificent windows! 

And John is home! Whoop! 

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I spoke at a conference today which made me smile for a number of reasons:

Seeing friends. 

Reminiscing about brilliant exciting and unforgettable times in Barcelona. 

Reflecting on the impact that had on my colleagues and me. 

Being given a fluffy owl called Chantal Chouette (rechristened Lesley for some reason as soon as she walked/flew in the door.) 

Delivering training on using technology in the brand new Ives room, complete with an actual apple (shaped) table! 

And in other news, it's Friday, a colleague got engaged and John's home tomorrow. Three great reasons to smile! 

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Children asking funny questions. 

Being told that I'm not wearing shoes by a child as if I didn't know. Then another child, when asked to carry my chair insides free the rounders match, deciding to not only take the chair but also my shoes! 

Random plants growing in the garden that I know I didn't plant! 

Sunshine at the end of the day. 

Booking tickets to Toulouse :)

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As I walked into work this morning, not quite awake, I was startled to find a small children dressed as Captain America sitting on the display in the reception area. I was even more startled that there was another young superhero hanging from the ceiling by one hand nearby.

Of course they weren't really children but it was a cheerful way to start the day.

This evening I reminisced about past adventures, especially wonderful times in Barcelona. 

The bit in between wasn't so smiley do we'll gloss over that ;)

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I was looking forward to trying out some athletics kit this evening but there was no one there when I went so I went for a run on my own  instead. No music so all I could hear was my breathing. And I was more aware of my surroundings. The park really is quite lovely! 

And then an interesting sky at bedtime. I'd say that was a 'grumpy' sky. Although I think it's rather attractive too!

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It's Monday again. And another Monday that reminded me of a rose bush - nice to look at but potentially painful if you're in the middle of it!

Still, I survived and enjoyed the displays around school about the children's heroes. And the sun was shining when I got home. And I can get to my school stuff in the garage now!