Thank you to all my wonderful blogging family for your company over the past twelve months. I’ve got to know so many amazing friends! I’ve really enjoyed your comments and I can’t say loud enough, how much I appreciate your encouragement and engaging conversations!
Hi... failte (Irish for welcome! and pronounced fall-thhha).
I'm a newbie to blogging, here just over a year, but what a great year it has been!
I've turned the corner to 50 recently and two things become more relevant...time and experiences!
Material possessions are less important! Using time wisely and truly experiencing each day holds a new significance for me!
If you wish..., a little of the back story...
I''m blessed to be married to a kind and loving man for 28 years, we have two children now 19 and 21.
As I approached 40 and searching for something more, whilst holding down my then part-time legal secretarial work, I trained as a voluntary adult literacy tutor, with the hope of helping adults improve their literacy skills and have a second, and better experience of learning!
However, little did I think that wanting to help others improve their lives would see my own life improve beyond measure also!
You see for years I found it difficult to know what to do as I watched our two children suffer at the hands of bullies. Their struggle began to change when I returned to education! Through education I slowly gained valuable knowledge, I grew in confidence and self-esteme and it had a ripple effect!
By 2014, aged 47 I had completed a Higher Certificate in Literacy Development and a B.A. in Adult Education. I love my work as an adult educator, particularly when adults trust me enough to let down their defences and 'let me in'. Then I can help them by getting to know what makes them 'tic' and what 'lights their fire!'.
As an added bonus along the way I've realised that I also have a love of writing and that writing is cathartic (providing psychological relief through written expression of built up emotions), both for my students and myself. This blog enables me to pursue that new-found interest and I've really enjoying reading your blogs, sharing comments, getting to know so many people and gaining new perspectives. I also like to share any little 'gems' of learning I've gathered along the way!
Thanks for sharing your stories and for helping me realise that it is all possible...and that together we write a truly better story!
Much love,
Marie x
Marie, I hope you and your family have a fabulous Christmas! It’s been wonderful getting to know you over this past year, and I hope to have many more conversations with you in the upcoming year. Blessings and hugs to you!
I’m always amazed at how emotive music is! Thank you for your visits and lovely comments Bernice. I’ve been blessed to follow your journey and know you are in such a great place in your life. Enjoy your Christmas. Xx
I’m very glad I ‘met’ you in the blogging world, so likewise thank you for all of your support – Looking forward to more happy blogging in 2019! And I looooove that Whitney Houston song, it’s incredibly powerful. Wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas ♥🎄
Caz xxxx
Thank you so much Dutch, you have been a welcome part of my days this year. Have a lovely Christmas and I look forward to more enjoyable conversations with you in 2019! 🤗
Bleated Christmas wishes Marie 🙂 I do hope you had a lovely day! This is one of my favourite song. I used to listen to this as a kid but the meaning came to me only later! It is profound isn’t it.
Parikhit, I feel blessed to receive two such special wishes from you, “joy’ is a small word but of huge importance in our daily lives and “good health” is a real bonus! I am so grateful! Our Christmas was indeed special, surrounded by 13 family members, love, laughter and toooooo much food! How privileged I am!!
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December 22, 2018 at 11:00 pm
Thanks Marie, a favourite song of mine too … wishing you and yours all the best and so very glad we met 🙂
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December 22, 2018 at 11:17 pm
I’m so glad we met too Kate, I constantly look forward to your visits and reading your interesting comments! Xx
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December 23, 2018 at 3:05 am
lol and I so love your guidance on bullying, you help so many … enjoy your holiday season and stay safe 🙂
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December 23, 2018 at 3:07 pm
Ever grateful for your gentle nudge. Xx
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December 23, 2018 at 1:05 am
Wishing you peace & joy this Christmas Marie, 😀
Jennifer
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December 23, 2018 at 3:05 pm
Thank you so much Jennifer, for your friendship & encouragement. Xx
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December 23, 2018 at 2:31 am
Marie, I hope you and your family have a fabulous Christmas! It’s been wonderful getting to know you over this past year, and I hope to have many more conversations with you in the upcoming year. Blessings and hugs to you!
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December 23, 2018 at 3:15 am
Many blessings in the new year. Every time I hear that song I tear up.
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December 23, 2018 at 3:10 pm
I’m always amazed at how emotive music is! Thank you for your visits and lovely comments Bernice. I’ve been blessed to follow your journey and know you are in such a great place in your life. Enjoy your Christmas. Xx
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December 23, 2018 at 4:27 pm
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December 23, 2018 at 6:19 am
I’m very glad I ‘met’ you in the blogging world, so likewise thank you for all of your support – Looking forward to more happy blogging in 2019! And I looooove that Whitney Houston song, it’s incredibly powerful. Wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas ♥🎄
Caz xxxx
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December 23, 2018 at 3:13 pm
You have become extended family Caz! Much love to you and yours. Xx
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December 23, 2018 at 7:36 am
Reciprocating your feelings. Merry Christmas to you and your dear ones.
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December 23, 2018 at 3:15 pm
Thank you for your visit and lovely comment! Have a lovely Christmas and I look forward to reading more of your insightful posts in the New Year!
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December 24, 2018 at 4:30 am
Thank you.
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December 23, 2018 at 1:22 pm
Thank you for sharing!… have a wonderful holiday and Christmas filled with love and happiness!,,, 🙂
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December 23, 2018 at 3:17 pm
Thank you so much Dutch, you have been a welcome part of my days this year. Have a lovely Christmas and I look forward to more enjoyable conversations with you in 2019! 🤗
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December 24, 2018 at 4:57 pm
Have a very Merry Christmas 🎄
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December 24, 2018 at 6:30 pm
I am thanks Alexis Rose xx
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December 24, 2018 at 8:13 pm
Lovely lyrics–thanks so much for sharing them. It’s been great being online friends. 🙂
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December 24, 2018 at 8:23 pm
Glad you like the lyrics, thank you Cathleen and hopefully we’ll share more enjoyable conversations in 2019!
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December 26, 2018 at 10:11 pm
Gosh, this song always makes me cry. I love it. I must be a little bit masochist. 😉Wishing you a happy 2019!
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December 28, 2018 at 6:32 am
wishing you & yours all the best, dear 🙂
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December 28, 2018 at 10:33 am
Much appreciated! X
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December 28, 2018 at 6:47 am
Bleated Christmas wishes Marie 🙂 I do hope you had a lovely day! This is one of my favourite song. I used to listen to this as a kid but the meaning came to me only later! It is profound isn’t it.
Wishing you everlasting joy and good health 🙂
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December 28, 2018 at 10:42 am
Parikhit, I feel blessed to receive two such special wishes from you, “joy’ is a small word but of huge importance in our daily lives and “good health” is a real bonus! I am so grateful! Our Christmas was indeed special, surrounded by 13 family members, love, laughter and toooooo much food! How privileged I am!!
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December 28, 2018 at 11:37 am
That sounds amazing 🙂 I am sure it was splendid. Isn’t it always nice to be surrounded by loved ones. 🙂
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December 28, 2018 at 6:02 pm
Well, we have our moments! 😉😥
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