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sfxmum · 22/08/2010 10:56

hello folks chat away

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Kewcumber · 21/10/2010 22:34

the problme sfx is that most concerned professionals who dont have an intimate knowledge of adoption tend to treat in a very very jolly "ooh isn't it interesting everybody" way or use it as an opportunity to educate everyone on how different everyone is When in fact everyone isn't different in this way.

And its really not fair to do that when they are 5 and aren't even that aware of their difference - most children don't even begin to process what their adoption means until they are 7 or 8 and certainly don't need it pointed out to the whole class. Its a bit like bed-wetting! Not something to be ashamed of when you're a child but still not something you'd necessarily feel comfortable having a group discussion about.

I just to make sure that teacher understands that I will be coaching DS in a way that avoids the issue without lying - "I was born in Kaz and moved to England with my mummy when I was one" kinda thing. I just don't want it hijcked by well-meaning outsiders! DS is quite welcome to discuss what he wants with whom he wants when he is competent to make an informed decision.

sfxmum · 21/10/2010 22:41

''...or use it as an opportunity to educate everyone on how different everyone is When in fact everyone isn't different in this way''
yes what I meant in my head, it is the kind of situation you only really carefully consider when personally affected

apparently Harry is heroic bless him

booked another gig yeahGrin
so now have 10/11 22/11 and 10/12

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UptoapointLordCopper · 22/10/2010 09:31

Kinky Friedman - writes strange and funny detective novels, sings satirical country and western (we've even been to see him in Camden Grin - sample title "they don't make Jews like Jesus anymore" Hmm), ran for governor of Texas etc. Strange but nice. I recommend his novels.

Kew - I think you are quite right. Worth talking to teacher about. Issues to be foregrounded.

First time yesterday heard "foreground" used as a verb. Makes me think I should either read Kafka or concentrate on doodling when in meetings. Or doodle on Kafka, I suppose.

sfxmum · 22/10/2010 15:26

I found this it made my day and it further validated my complaints, so that you know it is not just me rantingGrin

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sfxmum · 22/10/2010 15:31

and he/she can't spell
and makes odd mistakes translating but that is not the point

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vbus · 22/10/2010 20:01

Sfx - did you set that website up? Grin

KC - I agree you have to be careful with schools. Last yr at nursery we had to fill a form about DS1 likes and family etc and there was a section for parent only to complete about concerns you/child have. I thought this mioght be useful for teacher so they can help child better in these areas so was quite candid as thought responses would be considered in confidence. Few wks later I was Shock to see forms stuck all over the wall for anyone to read including other parents/kids. This yr I've been quite generic with form and will just discuss any sensitive issues with teacher if need arises

Copper - never read Kafka, happy doodling

Looking fwd to tom night Smile

UptoapointLordCopper · 22/10/2010 22:03

So what's the plan tomorrow then? Old ship pub around 8 then Wagamama? I'm going to Richmond earlier so I can browse Waterstone for Kafka. Grin

Kewcumber · 22/10/2010 23:03

I seem to have got roped into a yurt erection in Russel square in the afternon tomorrow 8pm hould be fine though (unless it is a very big yurt...)

UptoapointLordCopper · 23/10/2010 08:40

Hello!

Got woken up at 5am and didn't go back to sleep. > So please make sure I don't fall asleep in my soup tonight. Or make sure I don't order soup.

Yurt erection!? Tell more.

sfxmum · 23/10/2010 11:18

hello day of tidying up and clearing out, all by myself listening to loud music

looking forward to tonight
which pub do you mean? is it the one on the corner opposite department store?

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sfxmum · 23/10/2010 11:20

if anyone does not know where it is pub

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tillyfernackerpants · 23/10/2010 11:39

Hi all, am still coming tonight, could prob be in Richmond for around 7.30pm if anyone is there earlier!

Had 9 overexcited children round for a Halloween party after school yesterday, lots of noise, mess & general craziness Grin

UptoapointLordCopper · 23/10/2010 14:26

I'll probably be there around 7 or 7.30.

sfxmum · 23/10/2010 14:33

ok might be there at 7.30 too could do with a nice chat and drink

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tillyfernackerpants · 23/10/2010 15:18

In that case, I'll see you at the Old Ship around 7.30

Kewcumber · 23/10/2010 16:10

best not to have the soup copper - couldn;t find yurt (they are generally a bit big to miss Hmm) but had a nice time as there was a SOAS fextival on in Russell square and got bus and tube home.

See y'all later.

vbus · 23/10/2010 18:12

Exciting, will try and get to pub for about 7.30pm too. Also been awake since 5.20am courtesy of DS2, will defo be in need of caffeine and will also avoid any soup Grin
See you soon!

Kewcumber · 23/10/2010 18:41

I won;t be there by 7.30, enjoying poterring around the house alone without Ds trailing behind me. Am even going to have a shower now unaccompanied by a beloow after 85 seconds of "HAVEN'T YOU FINISHED YET MUM!"

dustythedolphin · 23/10/2010 22:35

Have a lovely time :)

UptoapointLordCopper · 24/10/2010 20:55

Hello!

Very nice to see some of you last night. [hsmile]

sfxmum · 25/10/2010 11:03

hello lovely bright morning have to stay in and sort out some stuff

lovely night on Saturday liked the pub and company, even the buses weren't that badWink
except maybe for sushi who endured drunken youngsters

weather forecast for Wednesday is dire, let's hope it changes

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tillyfernackerpants · 25/10/2010 13:00

Hi all, lovely to catch up with some of you on Sat, especially Sushi & Kew!!

Has Copper been on? Just hoping her Sun meetup was ok!!

Do we have a backup plan for Weds in case it is miserable? Don't really fancy Climbers & Creepers, half-term + bad weather = nightmare Grin

UptoapointLordCopper · 25/10/2010 17:51

Hello!

Just about to leave office - squeezing everything into 3 days so I can take 2 days off with the kids.

tilly - outing very nice. [hsmile]

SushiMummy · 26/10/2010 07:36

It was lovely to see some of you on Sat.Smile Can't remember the last time I went out prior, I really do need to get out more.

sfxmum · 26/10/2010 12:00

hello all

hope everyone is enjoying half term

here terrible trouble with boiler, it seems never ending and at a time we can least afford it, but isn't it always the case
am not sure anyone really knows what is wrong with it apart from making guesses and making us pay for it

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