Pride. It comes before a fall, they say, in a way that makes you want to suppress it, like a fart. Taking pride, on the other hand, is a good thing – to do with ironed creases and polished shoes. Things that line up. Mother’s Pride, instead, is a kind of bread in a waxy […]
Aftermath – 105 words
Aftermath. They went back into their box, the shiny balls and sparkly strings, the lights, the red and green, and all the things no one believes in. Someone asked ‘Who made this one?’ A daubed reindeer, it’s glitter balding. It was a hopeful child, certain that He would bring the gifts and make the magic. […]
The Benefits of Technology in Schools
Technology is progressing at a phenomenal rate and is heavily relied upon in most industries, so it would be foolish not to incorporate it into education. With the help of an A/V Company, there are lots of benefits to embracing technology in the classroom, as explored below by a prep school in Surrey. Technology is […]
How to Raise a Respectful Child
All parents hope to raise a respectful child; a youngster who follows the rules, looks after their own and other people’s belongings, and is kind and polite. Of course, teaching them good manners is a great place to start, but there are plenty of other ways to instil respect. Read on for some advice from […]
5 Wednesday
Things there are no words for The exact exasperation of a fly buzz-by again. Jump-scare daylight after a matinee. The beat-beat calm before bad news bites. And when you see your son as a reasonable human being… and quite like him. Someone put sugar in the tea and didn’t tell you, or salt. Wondering […]