The big news of today is that the year 6 Christmas production will be Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Martha is a budding actor, who has already started preparing herself for the audition. She has to sing "Pure Imagination". This is the song that Willy Wonka sings as they enter the giant room with the chocolate river, and trees that are made of "candy". The timing is very tricky. Her teacher is definitely trying to test their ability to perform. The auditions are next week, so watch out! I will be singing the song too...
Faster walk
I made it out for my walk. The bank of the Mersey is decorated with beautiful purple flowers.
Macmillan nurse
My Macmillan nurse came, and we had a good talk. He keeps reminding me that it is only 4 months since my diagnosis, and that I have been through a lot of trauma in between then and now. I am going to stay on 0.75 mcg steroids for another week, and make sure I am settled at this level. I will then cut it down to 0.5 mcg, all being well. The signs are good. I am definitely feeling a lot better today. My eye remains swollen, but my activity levels are higher than they have been.
I have realised that I cannot go back to work after half term. I am nowhere near ready to start work. It seems crazy that I thought I would be able to go back. I have (finally) got a doctor's appointment, one for me and one for Martha (ongoing loose cough). Katy's knee is fine now. I will be collecting another sick note.
Harvest
I went to see the Harvest Service at school. Year 4 performed the service, and Katy sang in the choir. Year 4 look so grown up. Last year, they were so little. Martha looks really old, now that she is in year 6. It was an enjoyable school event.
Rehearsals
So, my evening at home has been a bit of pottering, while Martha rehearses; Katy has been doing the computer for her and giving very constructive advice. Katy also went and found her a Willy Wonka outfit. When invited, I have watched Martha perform. She doesn't know all the words confidently yet, but her performance is very powerful. She has a gift for engaging her audience with looks and moves. By next week, she will know all the words and will be able to produce a memorable performance.
Thanks also to Diane for Groundhog Day. We will all watch it together.
Have a good day tomorrow.
lots of love
Sarah xxx
