I missed lasts weeks round up, but we had a very busy and exciting week. Why not grab a cuppa and find out what has been happening in my Ramblings Of A StressedMum -16/08/2023.
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Proud Mum
Last Thursday was GCSE results day. As you know C had no education during secondary school due to illness. Last year she started a college course and had to take GCSE Maths and English. She has always flourished with English and always struggled with Maths.
At 8am last Thursday I was up in her room and no results came through. At 10am I rang college for her and we ended up going in. We saw her maths tutor first who said well done, she had passed. I very nearly hugged her tutor and struggled back tears. Next we saw her English Tutor who said the same. She told C her writing was amazing and keep on writing stories. I mentioned through tears about her not having education during her secondary years. She was blown away and bowed down to her. I spent the day telling her how proud I was, as did her Dad. This also means level 2 of her course will just be animal care.
Treat
When she was younger, we always gave her a treat for a good school report. So I said we would get her a treat. She had requested a bubble tea from her favourite place. You will have seen me mention Squishmallows yesterday. Well this is her new obsession to collect and she wanted the above purple bigfoot squishmallow. We said yes and then I found out it was £50. I have never spent that much before, and after a discussion we got it for her with also being told. We will not spend that much again. But she has really struggled and done so well with getting above the pass mark.
ULEZ
This is my biggest rant for a long time now. It has come into my area, although I live in Surrey we are also a London Borough. I must be on every Facebook group. My biggest rant is that on my road there is no warning you are entering a ULEZ zone. For those of you who have visited Chessington World of Adventures that is the road. Luckily, I avoid it taking C to college.
The Duo
Not the best picture but most recent of the two of them together. Gizmo is just starting his first moult and Pippy seems to have come out in sympathy with him. He is totally mad and so funny. Pippy will always come to see me when she is out and give me a kiss. Gizmo has started doing this as well.
C is worried Pippy’s claws are getting too long and needs clipping. 8.20 this morning I get a text can you help me. I have not even had a coffee at this point. So I go in, and am holding her and she would not keep her feet still. So somehow, I have to go in and help again later.
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Well done to your daughter especially after her illness, you must be so proud of C!
Thank you, yes am very proud
That’s great well done to your daughter on passing her exams!
Thank you 🙂
Ah well done to your daughter. My son didn’t pass his English but he did Maths and a few others so I am super proud of him. You must be so proud of C.
Fab giveaways, perfect for Christmas presents.
Sorry your son did not pass his english, can he re-sit the exam. We knew she would be fine with English but was not sure with her maths.
Fantastic news for C, wishing them all the best in the future!!
Squishmallows are pretty adorable, I could get lost in collecting.
Your birds are very striking, beautiful!
Have a great week.
She is back at college this week and just had her timetable, I am happy with start times. The birds look even more striking especially the darrker one the colours are amazinng
What a great news that your child did well in studies and tests. Tests are stressful, always, no matter what age we take them at.
Thank you am so proud of her
You must be so proud – amazing to have passed both Maths and English!
Thank you I am very proud
Wow! What a proud mummy you must be! Congratulations to C. That must have been a very emotional moment and I can only imagine. But I am not surprised because she always had an amazing mummy like you making her believe that her dreams are possible. You’ve supported her the whole entire time so well done to you too. I dream to be a mummy like you.
I did get very emotional, but so happy she passed and can concentrate on her animal studies
That is a hefty price for a Squishmallow. A great reward though, for an awesome accomplishment. Hard work always pays off.
It is more than I would usually spend but a one of treat
Your latest update was such a heartwarming read! Congratulations to your daughter on her GCSE results – her achievements are truly inspiring. The journey with her passion for Squishmallows and the feathered duo’s antics brought a smile to my face. Keep sharing your relatable and engaging updates!
Thank you so happy for her
Well done to your daughter, I can certainly see why you are so proud of her. I am sure she will enjoy the next level of the college course.
thank you she is looking forward to college starting
That is great news that she passed both of those courses! Squashimellows are so cute, but I agree it is crazy how expensive some of them can be.
Thank you, it is. a one of treaat
So happy for C! And for you! It’s been such a journey but this is the light at the end of the tunnel…may many more blessings lie ahead in days to come for you all <3
Thank you
Passing her GCSE Maths and English, despite the hurdles, is a testament to her hard work and the support she received. The pride and emotion in your words are palpable, and her tutors’ recognition of her talents is a testament to her dedication.
Thank you she has worked so hard to get there
C is so amazing. I’m happy to hear all this news about her. Passing exams are a big win, especially for all students.
She has done so well, she has struggled with her illness but it hasn’t stopped her
C has done so well! When I trim my birds claws I put an unused duster over them before I then holding them upside down. It seems to keep them calmer and means I can do it very quickly.
Will give that a try, it is just they are so little you dont want to hurt them
You deserve too feel proud – caitlin did amazing – congratulations to you both
Thank you, she amazes me
Squishmallows are so cute. That was a good treat for this week!
I have to admit I do like them, as well
Its been a while. Im glad C is doing a great job in English and in her writings!
Thank you
Congratulations you must be very proud of C. Your birdies are really so cute
Very proud thank you 🙂
Ammmmazing!!! Well done C on passing your exams, I am so happy for you…Well done!
Thank you 🙂