Daily Archives: May 22, 2011

Rewards in teaching kids to swim

Posted on May 22, 2011 by

It’s not often this happens, but when it does happen, it feels good. Makes me feel all warm inside and reminds me why I give up 40 Sundays a year to teach swimming: A nice little thank you letter and … Continue reading →

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M74 run along the new motorway

Posted on May 22, 2011 by

It was wet and rainy when we got up today – the day of the run along the M74. A day before I’d been lying by the pool in 25’C heat relaxing in Portugal. We got in late and didn’t … Continue reading →

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2012 Olympics Torch Bearer Nomination

Posted on May 22, 2011 by

When we were away in Portugal the BBC News channel publicised this: Nominate a Torchbearer for the London Olympics ‘Do you know someone truly inspirational? This is your chance to give them their moment to shine. You have until 29 … Continue reading →

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I’m back from Portugal!

Posted on May 22, 2011 by

I’m back from sunny Portugal. I had a nice relaxing time, 2 days by the pool, 3 days cycling (36 miles, 41 miles and 14 miles), 1 day totalling chilling. I ran once and just gad a really good time … Continue reading →

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