COLD DARK ROOM

[JoesMum]

i thought you enjoyed most of it. If you start to resent it you should stop or at least cut down.
Good evening, Linda, time to put your feet up for a bit before bed, I hope.

I do enjoy it. I came back from the training last night very frustrated by others on my Board of Governors who really don’t “get it”.

I have two roles currently, one at school level and one at Trust level (the Trust is responsible for a group of schools) and I am trying to drop one of these roles. The Trust wants me to do the Trust role. The school board should be capable of managing without me, but seems to be going backwards in their understanding at the moment.... and resent me for trying to lighten my load.

I have given the school board 10 years service and my Trust role means I’ll still have a hand in the school. I love that school and I do what I do because I believe in trying to give the kids at it the best possible life outcomes and this is my way of helping. They’ll cope, they’ll get used to the change, but right now I’m a bit grumpy with my fellow governors!

 

[JoesMum]

Thank you, Linda! You’re always so kind. Hope the tort has no RI and survives the winter.

Probably has a gut full of parasites, but I am not inclined to intervene

 

[Tidgy's Dad]

I do enjoy it. I came back from the training last night very frustrated by others on my Board of Governors who really don’t “get it”.

I have two roles currently, one at school level and one at Trust level (the Trust is responsible for a group of schools) and I am trying to drop one of these roles. The Trust wants me to do the Trust role. The school board should be capable of managing without me, but seems to be going backwards in their understanding at the moment.... and resent me for trying to lighten my load.

I have given the school board 10 years service and my Trust role means I’ll still have a hand in the school. I love that school and I do what I do because I believe in trying to give the kids at it the best possible life outcomes and this is my way of helping. They’ll cope, they’ll get used to the change, but right now I’m a bit grumpy with my fellow governors!

Good morning, Linda!
I know you care about this school and have invested a great deal of yourself into it and that you care for the children and their futures too.
But you can't be personally responsible for everything for ever. And it's horrible they resent you after all this time for trying to do a bit less.
Sometimes, it's best to make a clean break of it and just work with the Trust in the future, though i understand it can be hard to let go after 10 years.
I'm sure you're doing what's right in the current situation, though.

 

[Tidgy's Dad]

Thank you, Linda! You’re always so kind. Hope the tort has no RI and survives the winter.

Good morning, Lena.
You're very kind, too, thanks for making us aware of the problem.

 

[Tidgy's Dad]

Probably has a gut full of parasites, but I am not inclined to intervene

Yes, your most probably right, we should probably advise the OP to keep the new tortoise separated from the other two when they come out of hibernation.
I have a lesson now, so see you later!

 

[Tidgy's Dad]

Good morning, Roommates!
Have a Fantastic Friday!

 

[Tidgy's Dad]

Thoughts for Jacques again!
Come on, Jacques!

 

[CarolM]

Good night, Carol! Hope both you and Rue feel better in the morning.

Thank you. We do. Had enough energy to give the house a thorough cleaning this morning.

 

[CarolM]

Hello Carol, I don`t think that Rue was hurt by lying on her back but like you`ve said it was a shock for her. I think she will be allright.

Thank you Sabine. She ate this morning so she seems to have gotten over her shock. Happy Mommy.[emoji1]

 

[CarolM]

Good night, Bee, and anyone else around. Time for me to stop staring at the screen and read a book. Yoga early tomorrow. *yawn*
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(My photo this time)

That makes me want to yawn.

 

[CarolM]

Good night Lena. Enjoy your book and have a good night. Sleep well.

Aaàaaahhhhhhh. So sweet.

 

[Kristoff]

I do enjoy it. I came back from the training last night very frustrated by others on my Board of Governors who really don’t “get it”.

I have two roles currently, one at school level and one at Trust level (the Trust is responsible for a group of schools) and I am trying to drop one of these roles. The Trust wants me to do the Trust role. The school board should be capable of managing without me, but seems to be going backwards in their understanding at the moment.... and resent me for trying to lighten my load.

I have given the school board 10 years service and my Trust role means I’ll still have a hand in the school. I love that school and I do what I do because I believe in trying to give the kids at it the best possible life outcomes and this is my way of helping. They’ll cope, they’ll get used to the change, but right now I’m a bit grumpy with my fellow governors!

The school board might also be resentful to change. Take their lack of understanding as a sign of appreciation, which you deserve. But you also deserve a break. They’ll get over it, I’m sure, and you will continue influencing the school in a positive way even if it’s a little less hands-on.

 

[CarolM]

Coffee with a dash of whisky !
Now you're talking!

Irish coffee anyone?

 

[Kristoff]

That makes me want to yawn.

Oops. You said you were better?

Have a nice day, Carol!

 

[CarolM]

No meerkats in the Cold Dark Room at present. (I don't think)
They're is several Roommates houses though, it would seem.
Nos da, Carol!
Sleep well.
It's lovely to have you with us in here.

Thank you Adam. I love visiting tge CDR. As I expect you can tell already.[emoji23]

 

[CarolM]

Hey all. Some time ago the proper care of orchids was being discussed. Our local garden center holds orchid clinics, and demos, even orchid auctions, they provided this info. Good info on the need to repot once they bloom

http://behnkes.com/how-do-i-get-my-...18&utm_campaign=Feb.+1,+2018&utm_medium=email

Gir to read this when home and connected to internet. Busy doing school run then off to shops to get shorts for youngest. He is out growing all his clothes.

 

[CarolM]

Good evening all. I would have posted earlier, but it took ages to catch up.

I hope the news about Jacques continues to be hopeful.

I had a governor meeting last night and a training this evening. It’s non-stop I am doing my best to reduce my commitment, but it is difficult.

You are sure one busy Lady. But then they do say that work keeps idle hands busy. Ir something like that anyway. Lol

 

[CarolM]

Our Ancistrus (Bristle Nose Catfish) drops hints when she decides it’s time to be fed. She glares at me as I sit on the sofa
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I have now obliged.

That is a beautiful tank.

 

[Kristoff]

Good morning, Lena.
You're very kind, too, thanks for making us aware of the problem.

And thank you, Adam! Good luck with the students.

 

[CarolM]

Going to say "good night," Roomies. I didn't sleep at all well last night due to being wound up about Jacques and some family problems one of my sisters is going through.
So it's an early night for me.
hugs to all.

Night night. Sleep tight