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8 Things to Know about Travel in Malaysia - Eight Facts to Keep in Mind When Heading to Malaysia

As one of Asia's most popular travel destinations, holidaying in Malaysia is on the bucket list of many a traveller. Here are 8 important facts to keep in mind when one is travelling to the country.

Watch Out for the Heat

Although the temperatures are not as high or as humid as in Sri Lanka or India during summer, Malaysia remains a tropical country which enjoys sunny skies and warm weather for most of the year. Those who are travelling to Malaysia during the hottest months of the year may find that it is difficult to walk around the city when sightseeing. Keep bottled water handy at all times as heat strokes cannot be ruled out.

Lingua Franca

Although the official language of Malaysia is Bahasa Malaysia, tourists would be surprised to find that most Malaysians converse well in English. While the widely spoken Bahasa Malaysia remains the most used lingua franca between locals, most Malaysians have a good handle on the English language, especially in the capital and in tourists hotspots around the country.

Transport Tips

Visitors should always rely on public transport options when travelling around in Kuala Lumpur and elsewhere in Malaysia as the local bus, MRT and train network is top class and also efficient. The MRT is the best way to get around Kuala Lumpur while relying on buses and trains for sightseeing activities are also the most affordable way to explore the country.

Religious Sensitivity

While it may not be a strict and fundamentalist Islamic nation, Malaysia remains an Islamic country. A vast majority of its populace are Islamic devotees and follow not only the laws of the land but also Islamic edicts set forth by the religion. It is, however, one of the freest and open Muslim countries in the world.

Holiday Dilemmas

If your holiday plans call for a choice between two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Malaysia, Malaka or Georgetown, opt for Malaka. Not only is Malaka far more interesting than Georgetown in terms of architecture as well as the types of ruins occupying the city but also includes a breathtaking riverside. What's more, Malaka is also regarded as more relevant to Malaysia's history when compared to Georgetown.

Spend Time in KL

While most travellers land in the nation's capital Kuala Lumpur, only to jet off or hop on a train to the country's beach hotspots and other holiday destinations, spending a day or two in Kuala Lumpur is a must. Home to the country's largest department stores and malls, Kuala Lumpur is a shopaholic's dream. The Petronas Twin Towers and KL Bird Park are other highlights worthy of exploration on a Malaysian visit.

Penang Hype

Although Penang is touted as the home of the country's best beaches the area is overrated and overrun with tourists and other developments. Head to Sepang instead, not only will you find beautiful beaches and Sepang hotel accommodation in venues the likes of AVANI Sepang Goldcoast Resort and numerous others but the area is also ideal for kayaking and sailing activities.

Water Sports Hubs

In addition to Sepang, visitors in search of Malaysia's best water sports meccas should look no further than the Perhentian islands. Scuba diving and snorkelling are the most popular activities here thanks to the area's marine life heritage and excellent water visibility.


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The 11 sectors include military mapping and measurement, industrial explosive material production and trading, management of national power grid, nuclear power, management of national railway and urban railway infrastructure, aviation control, search and rescue services, lottery and money printing among others, said the paper.

The government has announced a list of 103 SOEs in which the state will hold 100 percent stake and another 137 that will be equitized in the 2016-2020 period.

Among those that are to be equitized, the state will hold over 65 percent of the charter capital in four, 50-65 percent in 27, and below 50 percent in 106 SOEs.

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Alistair MacLean’s screenplay has a small band of Allied special forces operatives infiltrating an ‘impregnable’ Nazi fortress in the Bavarian Alps to rescue a captive American general in possession of crucial intelligence. There are double and triple crosses, thrilling action sequences and mayhem on a major scale. The film was a box-office hit and has been endlessly repeated on television. It’s a favourite of many, including Steven Spielberg and Quentin Tarantino.

In Broadsword Calling Danny Boy – the title comes from the commandos’ radio call sign – Dyer sets out to describe what happens on screen, scene by scene, and reflect upon its meaning. It’s the sort of mission he has undertaken before, in Zona, his 2012 book about Andrei Tarkovsky’s enigmatic art-house classic Stalker.

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  • It's been suggested that he represents Orwell himself, but I don't have a reference. – Gaurav Jan 18 '17 at 20:56
  • I always thought that he symbolises an arm-chair intellectual cynic, who thinks that everything is going down the drain. – Vaibhav Garg Sep 8 '18 at 7:00

It's unknown for sure, but it most likely refers to either:

  • The Mensheviks, a non-communist party in Russia, because he's another viewpoint from the pigs but is mostly ignored.

  • He also could be the older population of Russia, because he is old and skeptical.

  • He could also just be the skeptical people, who don't believe communism will really help them much.

  • He could be the Jews, who weren't helped really at all by communism.

  • Finally, he could be Orwell (inserted into the story, not really fitting the allegory). Just along for the ride, not really in favor of communism/the pigs either.

Benjamin could be represented as a bystander. He doesn't get affected by any of the changes Napoleon makes. He is just there in the middle.

  • Yes, a bystander, but anything more specific? E.g. any figure or group during the Russian Revolution? – Rand al'Thor Dec 11 '19 at 7:38

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Alhamdulillah, our homeschooling routine is working out just fine and everyone is doing good; I had submitted my manuscript to book publisher early this week. Hence, I still struggling with this week project – eBook *uh oh gonna launch it today! May I?* 😉

p/s: Oh yes, I’d been invited to give a talk for a seminar by the end of this week…do I have enough time for this? *faints*

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Your Reflection Never Lies

He cursed the traffic as he stepped on the gas and swerved left into the gas station. Another hectic morning awaited him at the plant, and he was already running late due to the baby having been up most of the night. His wife had nudged him awake every time the baby cried with no consideration to the fact that he had to go to work in the morning. Of course, he was too exhausted to make it to the gym…third time this week!

The lady behind him honked her horn yet again as though willing the cars lined up before her to magically disappear. Don’t people realize the sound of a horn doesn’t encourage someone to move out of your way? It’s not really what it was designed for, yet commuters seem to use it for solely that purpose. It’s about as effective as yelling at the drivers around you to “Move your ass!” or “Step on it!” How many responses do you think drivers have gotten when they angrily spit out the question, “Where did you get your driver’s license, a Cracker Jack box?”

Shaking his head he headed into the convenience store to pay since it seemed the option to pay at the pump wasn’t an option for him this morning. It was definitely going to be one of those days. Even the sound of the door jingling as he entered added to the quick escalation of his sour mood. Aren’t those annoying bells intended to hang on a cat not a door?

Heads turned and although people made eye contact with him, not one of them smiled, as though they couldn’t really see him. Cursing under his breath at the sight of the long line to the register, he took his place and sighed. Was he the only one in a hurry to get somewhere today? And, what was wrong with these miserable people? This was turning out to be the kind of morning he wished he hadn’t gotten out of bed for.

Consumed with anger and impatience, he looked around the store as he waited. Looking up at the front counter, he caught a glimpse in the mirror. Wondering how effective those mirrors were for catching shoplifters, he studied the back of a man’s head who was quite clearly balding. He thought, “Hmmm, it could always be worse I guess. I could be that guy with that large, embarrassing bald spot on the back of my head. Glad that’s not me.”

Shifting in line as forward progress seemed to move at a snail’s pace, his eyes travelled back to the mirror and he suddenly gasped. He slowly turned around to find another mirror set up in the back of the store which could only mean one thing. His day had just gotten worse. That balding man in the mirror wasn’t some random guy. It was him!

As he looked at the people around him, he took in the woman dressed in a business suit digging in a diaper bag for her wallet while trying to balance her cup of coffee. A young boy with a sleepy look couldn’t stop yawning and he remembered a co-worker mentioning it was college finals week. The clerk behind the counter looked frazzled as she apologized profusely for the computer system being slow this morning.

In that moment, he suddenly realized that seeing his reflection was more eye opening than he thought. Obviously, he had a hair loss issue, but that wasn’t his only problem. Why was he complaining about getting up with his own child at night or feeling sorry for himself for not being able to get to the gym? His wife was just as tired as he was and it had been months since she had been able to do anything for herself.

And, normally he was one of the people honking and yelling at other drivers for not moving fast enough for him. He was the one encountering people throughout his day, yet never really seeing them, so self absorbed in his own misery. It took his own reflection in the line at the gas station to show him who he really was, and as shocked as he was that he was balding it was definitely something he needed to see.

It’s never “us” until we see a reflection of ourselves. Whether, it’s about how much weight we’ve gained, how we’ve let ourselves go, our attitude toward others, and even our parenting skills, we are quick to judge others not truly seeing our own reflection in what we are criticizing.

Have you ever had a moment when you were surprised by an unexpected revelation of yourself?

Take a look at your reflection. Really look at it.

After you’ve taken in the physical, look a little deeper.

Now, be honest with yourself.

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  2. Beautiful post . I see a reflection of what kind of person I am by the kind of person my son is becoming . It’s like I am growing everyday along with him 🙂 thanks for sharing

    • Thank you. It really is amazing how much we learn from our little ones. It’s as though when we take the time to look at the world and ourselves through their eyes, we really see what they see…then the possibilities are endless!

  3. (quietly raising her hand) Yep. Me. I often find that reflection when I see and hear it in my own kids. At first I thought things sounded so much harsher out of their mouths, but then I realized that wasn’t it … some things are just harsh, and I hadn’t been hearing the reality of it. Ooohh, boy. Good reminder!

    • I’ve definitely encountered that reflection in my children as well. It’s eye opening isn’t it? And yet, I like to believe that in some way it shows that we let our kids see we are human, we have flaws, and we are always a work in progress. I have no problem sitting my kids down and apologizing to them for yelling at them or doubting them. I think in those discussions lies the lesson. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with me!

  4. This post pretty much sums up the philosophy by which I live my life. If I feel angered by someone, you can be sure it won’t be long till I am looking for what it reflects in me. I spent a part of this morning doing exactly that. It’s also so important when we see something in ourselves that we don’t like in others, not to then turn upon ourselves but to have compassion for both ourselves and those who act as our mirror!
    Great post!

    • It’s a great philosophy, and one that many of us would do well to abide by. And, compassion for ourselves and others is crucial when we see something we don’t like. Thank you for stopping by!

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• Romania is located in Eastern Europe, and is approximately the same latitude as Minneapolis, Minnesota USA.
  • The population of Romania is about 19,043,000.
  • The government reports the ethnic make up of Romania to be 88.6% Romanian, 6.5% Hungarian, 3.2% Roma (Gypsy), 1.7% Other  (non-governmental statistics reveal that the Roma (Gypsy) population is more likely around 9% of the population.)
  • More than 10% of the population have left Romania over the past several decades.
  • The majority of Hungarians are found in the Transylvanian region of the country, where Livada is located.
  • Romania was admitted into the European Union in January of 2007.

Romania Past

Romania was once called the “Paris of the East” and was known as a “Latin island in the sea of Slavs.” It is best known for its rich soil, gymnastic stars like Nadia Comanici, and of course as the birthplace of Transylvanian legend “Dracula.”

This Eastern European nation suffered under communistic dictatorial rule from post WWll to 1989 under Nicolae Ceaucescu. During Ceaucescu’s regime, the Church was harshly persecuted. Poverty was rampant after the economic collapse in the 1980s. And following a visit to China and Korea, Ceaucescu believed that he should be publicly honored as their communist leaders were. Parades to honor him were held daily, and while the people suffered to survive via daily food and resource rations, he built an extravagant palace containing rooms made of solid gold for his own pleasure.

In December of 1989, a Revolution broke out in Romania and on Christmas day Ceaucescu was overthrown and assassinated. Following the Revolution, Romania struggled to become a democratic nation. Corruption continues to riddle all levels of society. Everything from taxation to child welfare policy is mired in old communist mindsets and indifference. Almost 10% of Romanians have left the country to attempt to find a better way of life since the Revolution of 1989.

Romania Present

Romania is a country in transition. It is not uncommon to see drastic combinations of the old and new. For example, you could see a new luxury SUV stopped beside a gypsy horse and cart, or you may see a pig being slaughtered on the roadside next to a billboard advertising a five star hotel. And do not be surprised to see a string of gypsy “salesmen” selling cloves of garlic next to a new German super store.

The larger cities are cleaning up and beginning to look very western. Although the economy has grown by leaps and bounds, the average Romanian continues to struggle with average monthly wages of less than $300 per month. Most of the villages seem to be lost in time and move at a slow pace with little change in recent years. At the same time, real estate values have skyrocketed since Romania became a candidate for EU membership and joined the EU in January 2007.

Child welfare abuses brought to light in the early 1990′s continue to draw media attention from around the world. While tragically the abandonment rate of children has not changed in 20 years per UNICEF studies. Many of these children are from Roma (gypsy) backgrounds. Romanian authorities have made some major improvements over the past five years, but they continue to struggle to provide genuine protection of vulnerable children in their society.

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10 Pieces Getting Me Excited for Fall

It’s still feels more like summer than fall here in Southern California, but of course fall fashion is in full swing in stores and online. My favorite fall trends so far are leather everything (real or faux) and snakeskin, but I’m always a sucker for soft, slouchy knits. Here are ten pieces that I couldn’t resist, even if I don’t get to wear them for another month or so 🙂

I got this teal suede moto jacket from Nordstrom before it went on sale, and let me tell you, it is GORGEOUS. The color is so rich and I absolutely love the gold hardware. I also feel like it will be really versatile, since teal looks great with most other colors. On sale this is a total steal for the quality. (Blank NYC jacket – $139)

This hooded blazer is another fall piece I snagged early because I love the mix of casual and business styles and other similar pieces I’ve seen are at higher price points. It’s gone on sale at Macys a couple of times, so you may get lucky! (DKNY hooded blazer – $169)

This dolman sweater comes in a ton of awesome colors and has such a stylish shape with it’s funnel neckline. I especially love the bright pink, the green and the yellow color options. (Leith dolman sweater – $59)

I just ordered these faux leather paperbag-waist pants in the cognac color, since it’s such a fun change of pace from the more common black faux leather. It doesn’t get more flattering than high-rise pants with a cinched waist. (Lucy Paris pants – $98)

This grey sweater dress is so soft and has just the right amount of slouchiness. I can’t wait to wear it with booties. (Forever 21 dress – $19)

Here’s another adorable sweater dress if you’d prefer an off-the-shoulder style. (Abercrombie dress – $68)

The neutral toned zebra print on this sweater is such a nice change if you’re in to animal print, but have too much leopard already. It’s so soft and the fitted scoop-neck fit is great. (Abercrombie sweater – $58)

I’m in love with the lux cable-knit on this dolman sweater. I also love that it can be worn off-shoulder, although I’d recommend sizing up if that’s how you’d prefer to wear it. (Abercrombie sweater – $40)

These snakeskin booties are just perfect – neutral toned, not too much heel hight, and a slightly pointed toe. Snakeskin boots can often look cheap and these definitely do not. (Schutz booties – $225)

These knee-high boots are too hot to pass up and the color options are SO good. It’s so tough to choose between the mahogany, the taupe and the white. (Vince Camuto boots – $229)

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Weekly Fashion Picks: Oct 1

This midi wrap sweater dress looks so flattering, comfortable and stylish – $69

The color and print of this satin midi skirt are gorgeous and I love the slit – $59

Here’s another amazing midi skirt with a slit, this time with pleats and a super fun snake print – $55

This soft drapey surplice top comes in so many great colors – $39

I love this dolman sweater, especially in the pink adobe color – $59

This blouse is too cute and I’m loving cheery pink floral option – $49

I love this sleek, sexy ribbed off the shoulder top – $78

These wide-leg trousers are perfect for work or would look great with a cropped top after hours – $90

This tie dye pleated blouse is adorable and I love both color combos – $65

This dolman midi dress is so stylish and classy and I love the rich jewel tones – $59

I’m obsessed with the lavender color of this cropped hoodie – $60

These twill camo pants look perfect for travel and casual days – $48

This wrap-front bodysuit with hardware detail is incredibly flattering – $38

I love this fuzzy half-zip pullover in leopard – $68

This belted cardigan in a neutral stripe is super cute – $54

The balloon sleeves make this sweatshirt unique and fun – $48

These faux fur slippers are just perfect – $30

I just got this cropped hoodie, which is the perfect fall basic (it also comes in olive, grey and lilac) – $18

This tie dye long sleeved tee is so comfy cozy – $12

I absolutely love this striped cardigan dress! I’d wear it with a belt to give it some more shape – $29

This semi-cropped cardigan is a great fall/winter piece and you can’t beat the price – $17

The wide lapels on this cable-knit cardigan make it super cute – $42

This fuzzy dolman sweater looks so unbelievably cozy – $28

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Weekly Fashion Picks: Sept 18

I love the balloon sleeves on this neutral cardigan – $45

This is such a great graphic tee – $34

These sleek running pants are a nice change from leggings – $70

These high-waist faux leather pants are a fall essential – $98

This off-white crop top would be perfect with high-waist mom jeans and the button detail is super cute – $68

I’m loving this sleeveless mock-neck top in nude – $14

This raglan top in leopard is adorable and looks super soft – $22

The asymmetrical button detail on this lightweight sweater is so cute – $22

How cute is this lavender sweater with its unique knit pattern?! – $32

This top is the most gorgeous pink color and I love the asymmetrical peplum hem – $61

I love the texture of this white off the shoulder knit top – $77

This gold medallion necklace is supper cool – $53

These high-waist navy camo leggings are the perfect stylish activewear – $79

This marigold cropped sweater is in my cart – $58

This silky spotted button-front cami is too cute – $69

I love the one-shoulder neckline of this soft slouchy ivory top – $78

These long leafy gold earrings are gorgeous – $60

Weekly Fashion Picks: Sept 12

This cute grey top looks so soft and comfy – $78

I know I will get a ton of wear out of this cool cropped camo sweatshirt – $88

These nude snake print joggers are adorable – $128

This colorful striped sweatshirt makes me happy – $91

These are the perfect skinny jean with just the right amount of distressing – $98

I love this cheery yellow wrap blouse – $22

This knit dress is so cute and looks super flattering – $22

I’m loving the unique color of this satin leopard midi skirt – $28

Square neck tops are so flattering and this is a great basic one at a killer price – $9

This long sleeved ribbed dress is so great for fall, especially in taupe – $32

This v-neck bodysuit is perfect under blazers or cardigans – $9

I just got this adorable knit bodysuit in lavender and I totally love it (so soft!) – $22

This sleek black bodysuit looks super chic – $12

These beige/snake booties are a total steal – $49

And these black suede ones are totally perfect – $79

This cozy looking cardigan is in my cart – $17

I love this plaid wrap mini skirt – $34

These faux leather shorts are super cool and I love that they come with a belt – $39

I absolutely love these mismatched gold earrings – $39

The front slit drew me to this black midi skirt – $39

This polka dot skirt is so much fun – $49

I love this sweater bodysuit, especially in the blush pink – $49

The side tie makes this long sleeved tee special, and looks really flattering – $49

Weekly Fashion Picks: August 27

I got this seamless bodysuit and it’s the perfect thing to layer under blazers or cardigans (I ordered the med/large and it’s perfect) – $12

This mesh trim cami will never go out of style and the price is too good – $17

I just ordered this lightweight cropped sweater and can’t wait to get it (I sized up to medium so it’s not as short) – $17

This flirty short sleeved blouse is so pretty in both color options – $19

I’m in love with this cable knit off the shoulder sweater available in yellow and white – $35

This long sleeve henley is the perfect throw-on top to wear with leggings and comes in tons of color options – $10

This adorable sports bra is a dupe of an Alo bra that retails for 3 times the price – $12

The gorgeous green color and unique neckline of this ribbed top are something special – $17

I have two tops that are almost identical to this one (one is Free People and one is Urban Outfitters) and this one is less than half the price. I’m obsessed with the sleeves! – $28

This textured duster cardigan is so soft and pretty – $28

I love the super romantic vibe of this lace-trim bell-sleeve top – $19

These cheetah print mules are going fast and I can see why – $28

This gauzy tunic shirt would be adorable as a swim cover-up or tied in the front and worn with jeans – $69

The vintage vibe of this cute graphic tee is on point – $42

This moto jacket isn’t cheap but with that GORGEOUS teal suede, it seems to be worth the price –  $188

This layered gold necklace is so cool and looks way more expensive than it is – $35

I’m in love with this sleek one-shoulder bodysuit – $98

The lime color of this wrap top is really unique and I’m super into it – $52

The color of this long sleeved green floral bodysuit is really fresh and different – $82

This oversized ribbed top looks cozy and stylish at the same time – $44

I’m totally loving the soft green color of this cardigan top – $39

This tie-shoulder midi dress is absolutely adorable – $39

This cropped tank would be the perfect top to wear with high-waisted bottoms of any kind – $18

I just ordered these super cute and versatile suede sandals that are on SALE. I love the jute heel that’s the perfect height  – $94

Weekly Fashion Picks: August 20

I can’t quite deal with the fact that fall fashion is already making an appearance – I’m still in full-blown summer mode! Bear with me though, because there are some really adorable fall pieces that I can’t ignore.

I’m loving the cool silky camo material of this cami dress and this long sleeved version – Both $24

This ribbed silk blend top is such a great basic piece and I love all of the color options – $39

This leopard sweater is too cute to overlook – $29

The cutest little PJ set that I want in both colors/patterns – $17

An adorable boxy tee in a pretty powder pink that would be perfect with leggings – $4

These awesome seamless leggings in the best colors also have a matching tank – $29 & $19

Totally obsessed with this cool chunky pearl layered necklace – $12

This short sleeved wrap maxi dress is too cute for words – $35

I’m loving the golden sheen of this ribbed cardigan top – $28

This long sleeved floral maxi dress is in my cart – $40

How gorgeous is this lacy sweater?! – $98

This off the shoulder bodysuit with a sweetheart neckline and button detail is lovely – $61

The knotted front and the cutout make this bodysuit something special – $50

This little yellow top with a tie-front is absolutely adorable – $37

I love this stylish soft heather grey jacket – $98

This lace-trimmed cardigan top with blouson sleeves is just too pretty – $68

I’m in love with this rust snake print bodysuit with an oversized tie – $74

I especially love soft, lightweight sweaters and this one is pale purple is perfect – $39

This leopard windbreaker is adorable and practical – $45

This satin midi skirt with a sexy slit is stunning – $59

I love the flattering tie-waist on this off-white tee – $29

The unique neckline of this long-sleeved tee is super cool – $34

This neutral camo print sweater is a must – $69

This soft ribbed bodysuit is a perfect wear-with-anything top – $39

You can’t beat a cute comfy top that pairs equally well with leggings and denim – $39

This bright red bodysuit is such a great pop of color – $39

Forever 21 Sale Picks

Forever 21 is having a 21% off everything sale from now through August 17th with code “21NDONE”! Here are my top picks:

This pretty periwinkle off the shoulder bodysuit that I have and love – $14

This adorable camo utility jacket that I got last week and love – $28

This pretty lavender floral blouse – $28

This ribbed top with adorable bell sleeves – $14

This lovely lacy crop top – $17

This super soft slouchy off the shoulder top – $22

This perfect little puff sleeve sweater top – $19

This lace-trimmed bodysuit that’s the perfect layering piece – $12

This unique striped off the shoulder blouse – $19

This soft camo print sweatshirt – $17

This versatile and super flattering ribbed bodysuit – $14

This golden yellow ribbed puff sleeve top – $12

This lux boucle off the shoulder sweater – $28

This adorable black lace-trim top – $15

This comfy jumpsuit that would be perfect for lounging or travel – $27

This pretty bobby pin set – $4

These leopard slides – $12

This black lace-up hoodie – $22

These shiny leggings in so many fun colors – $12

This sleek marled sports bra – $14

This cute cutout sports bra – $12

This cropped workout tank – $9


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Seminar on Auckland liveability with Dr Jim Bentley

Event Date: 17th of July 2013

Location: UCL, Room 2.10, Engineering Front Building (see:

We are pleased to announce that Dr Jim Bentley will be delivering a seminar on Auckland liveability on the 17th of July between 1.00pm and 3.00pm at University College London.

If you would like to attend please RSVP to Johanna Novales, 020 7679 2488,

Auckland is New Zealand's largest city region and economic powerhouse, containing 1.5 million people, or a third of the population of New Zealand. Current projections show that this is likely to be 2.5 million in 30 years, further increasing the proportion of the country's population living in Auckland.

Auckland is currently ranked the third most liveable city in the world in the 2011 Mercer Quality of Living Survey, while the Economist's World's most liveable cities index of 2011 ranked Auckland in 9th place. In 2010, Auckland was classified as a Beta World City in the World Cities Study Group’s inventory by Loughborough University.

In 2010 a new unitary authority Auckland Council was formed, combining the responsibilities of seven city and district councils and the regional council over its 4,894 square kilometres into the new Auckland Council. With this amalgamation came a new governance body of 20 Councillors and a directly elected Mayor and a number of “Council Controlled Organisations”: subsidiaries of the Council, overseen by Boards of Directors, including Watercare (responsible for all water and waste water across the region), Auckland Transport and Waterfront Auckland.

Previously Auckland had been constrained by fractured regional planning, territorial confusion between cities and competition for central government funding which had led to underinvestment in some areas and duplication of infrastructure in others, such as sports stadia, all leading to Auckland's historically poor economic performance. Notable gaps included a city waterfront locked up in port activities which excluded public access, a mismatch between land-use planning and transport planning, the lack of land for housing and business land, particularly the unpopular ‘group 1’ heavy and large industrial business activity and underinvestment in roading infrastructure for business and economic growth – notably transport links between the airport, business hubs and the port.

In the first year of the life of this new Auckland Council the Auckland Plan was published, expressing the Mayor's vision of Auckland as the “world's most liveable city” and describing the key measures including infrastructure investment which would be required. An Integrated Transport Programme followed shortly after the Auckland Plan – this document converted the aspirations of the Auckland Plan into a transport investment programme. It showed that investment in transport in Auckland would need to increase from the “business as usual” $36bn over the next 30 years to $60bn, highlighting the funding gap which has been considered by a recently established “Consensus Building Group” into alternative funding for transport.

The Council has now issued for consultation its Unitary Plan setting out its proposals for addressing the housing intensification challenges facing this growing population. Housing affordability is a major challenge for this region, as is social housing; the state housing provider, Housing New Zealand Corporation already owning 69,000 homes ($15bn asset value) and planning to build a further 1000 per year, mostly in the Auckland region.

When considering the challenges facing Auckland in its quest to become the world's most liveable city it is important that Auckland plays to its strengths, such as its pacific culture, world class education and levels of innovation, stunning landscapes, extensive coastal edge, active lifestyle opportunities, close-knit social networks, and the security of its geographic isolation; and that it recognises its weaknesses: poor public transport, isolation from markets, a small scale economy and limited capacity to add value to its primary produce exports.

Auckland, going into the future, will need to consider a number of factors including the politics (local and central) of a growing single city region which already contains one third of the population of the country, cultural concerns, especially those of Maori and Pacifica and the ever-changing cultural mix of society, the geography and natural resources including northern and southern harbours and a number of important volcanic cones, and the financing and governance of infrastructure which is provided by a range of central and local government organisations and the private sector.


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The redwoods are calling…

The redwoods are calling and I must go… And not just for a hike. I’m feeling a magnetic pull towards the trees, towards quiet friendly streets, towards community, towards open space, towards fresh air. Ya see, I’ve never ever considered myself a city girl. I’ve always been the nature/outdoorsy/mountain girl. So, why, you probably ask, […]

Mexico: The Chiapas jungle

The Mexico adventures continue… After a few days of hanging out in the interior of the Yucatan peninsula, I headed out towards the Mexican state of Chiapas for a few days of fun in the jungle! And I’m talking jungle, like wet, lush, tropical, green, buggy, prone-to-flooding jungle. The state of Chiapas is located in […]

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My inland route through the Yucatan included the cute, colonial town of Valladolid, the bustling capital city of Merida, and a spontaneous side trip to the Uxmal ruins. It was a brief 3 day whirlwind visit through the heart of the peninsula, bookended by time on the Caribbean coast and a jaunt through the Chiapas […]

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I traveled around South America for 5 months in 2011. It had been one of my life goals to hike around Patagonia so I made that a priority of the trip. I spent about 3 weeks exploring southern Patagonia at the very beginning of my trip (late January-mid February). And after all the “go-go-go” hiking […]

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Rewriting life

I dissolved into a total mess. The tears were not running, but pouring and I had no way of stopping them. I think that it was just something that I needed to do, that point had been crossed and everything had become too much. I didn’t just cry for a few minutes, I cried right through the day whenever anyone spoke to me. The district nurse was the first to see just how screwed up and exhausted I really was. It goes to say that I chose not to have the enema, not just because I was whacked but I was also very aware that my body didn’t have a need for it. If this week is anything to go by, I think twice a week is more than enough, which is exactly, if you remember, what I thought before we even started. We all know our own bodies and I probably better than a lot.

Next, it was Adam. Yes, I know he is the last person who deserves my letting rip, but he phoned to say he wasn’t coming home at lunchtime and that triggered the tears. For once, I really needed his help. I quite simply didn’t have it in me, to prepare and ferry my lunch, meds and so on, back and forward. He set off for the house straight away. He hadn’t really had a reason for not coming down the road, just a case of him feeling lazy, so I didn’t feel too bad about saying “I need you”. As normal, he was only home for twenty minutes, but it was long enough for his legs to do the work, instead of my arms. Having a wheelchair doesn’t make things any less exhausting than having to use your legs. If and when I get the electric one, well that will be a different story, something he totally agrees with. He hadn’t been in the door for more than a handful of seconds when my tears and his reassurance flowed, both deeply needed. As time goes on, my need for his love and his arms around me, are growing.

From my previous post, it must have been clear to all that we desperately need to change the way things are done daily. The tears, well they were just the final sign that I’m not coping and that all the change that has happened in the last few weeks, is getting to me, I can’t help but feel the real issue is organisation. My energy levels are being stripped daily because I am being forced into trying to do far more than I can. Yes, all of the people suddenly involved in my life, are here to help, but their impact on me has to be changed. Tonight, we are going to start by clearing out my wardrobe, this will supply me with space for all the inconstancy pads, wipes and so on that keep arriving. That will remove one pressure on me. It might be silly, but I really get embarrassed by the fact that they can be seen, yes, it is only by myself and Adam, but that is bad enough. The nurses left another pack of towels on the living room coffee table earlier and I hadn’t had the energy to move them and hide them. With no space in the wardrobe, they are slowly piling up on top of a lot of junk and I can’t see what is what. This morning, they all fell out onto the floor, more work, more energy being used that I just didn’t have. So tonight, we are going to sort that one, it may sound small, but it’s all the small things that have mounted up.

While we are sorting the wardrobe, we also plan to talk about my meals and see if we can work out menus that I enjoy and Adam can prepare, which might be the difficult bit. Adam isn’t exactly a cordon bleu chef, his cooking skills are somewhat basic, but that’s the food he likes. His idea of a good meal is a fish finger sandwich with salad cream, I wouldn’t even feed that to a dog, but we all have our own likes and dislikes. We need to come up with a mixture of things, either that Adam can prepare and I just take out of the fridge and eat, or he can come home and throw in the oven or microwave, that takes minutes to cook. There is also the issue that has been caused by my latest tablet. The potassium bicarbonate tablets, have to be dissolved and taken with or after food. The very first ones showed me they have to be with, as I landed up with heartburn. The first problem is the glass of cold water. We have removed the back and forward to the sink and cupboard issue, by putting a bottle of water in the fridge and a glass that will now live on the counter, but that doesn’t get it into the living room where I eat. Transporting a glass and my food in my wheelchair is just as hard as it sounds. To get around it yesterday, I prepared a snack to follow my meal, but that’s still more work and more energy, not mention more calories that I don’t need. Nor am I sure that I really want to finish every meal I eat, with cod’s roe and cream cheese, despite the fact I totally love it. Such a tiny thing has turned into such a huge issue. There just has to be a better answer.

For me to live, to feel as well as I can, I must move as little as I can. It is that simple, but achieving it is incredibly hard. None of us know just how much we move around until we are faced with looking at our every action. I used to have it down to a fine art. I used to be able to bunch up every trip that I took, to include as many things as possible, without retracing my steps, unless totally unavoidable. Add an enema, add a new tablet, add answering the doorbell, add letting people in and out, then do it all more than once in any day and all that planning, all that precision leaves more swiftly than you can imagine. Just how do I get it all back, as I want to live again, not spend the hours I’m awake feeling half dead.

Please read my blog from 2 years ago today – 08/07/2014 – Letting go

I lost just over an hour of my morning today and all because of two things, the TV and Adam. It is normal that Adam switches the TV on while I come up here and get settled for the day, but this morning although it all seemed to come on, nothing appeared on the screen other than blank blue. We talked about the possibilities and Adam carried out a couple of checks, but nothing happened, we even….

13 thoughts on “Rewriting life

  2. 😶Thank you SO much for sharing your journey with all of us. It touches my heart.
    I’m a pastor still working part-time past retirement age because 1) I love it and 2) I like to survive with food, meds, a roof, etc.
    I would have said that with all my calls upon people, and earlier work as a geriatric chaplain, I understood a bit about your life. My “bit” is smaller than I imagined. The amount of organization you do is astounding. The amount of courage you have is also staggering. You may say it’s just what must be done, but I’ve seen people who just gave up. They passive-aggressively struck out at life,God, and the family they’d taken great joy in by refusing to do anything at all. You don’t do that. You react, you’re angry, you’re scared, but you’ve chosen to live.
    Your message today especially spoke to me. I too need incontinence supplies due to two chronic conditions …seldom needed but always worn as insurance. Like you, when the new order arrives my closet and drawers overflow, and I’m embarrassed. Embarrassed by the big purse I need to carry backup supplies, or an extra change of clothes in the car. Just in case. People don’t want to talk about needing extra help, but are so relieved to know they aren’t alone.
    Thank you for being who you are, and for your bravery. Blessings to you. 🙏

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    • Thank you, I don’t always feel brave or courageous, but I’m not ready to give up, that is for sure. Right now, to me, my life feels as though it is in turmoil, but it’s because of what feels such small things, that to say that, feels so silly. I guess that’s part of why I write, as I don’t believe there are many who understand at all, and it’s up to me, to help them do so.

      Thank you for reading and thank you for leaving your comment. 🙂

  3. Hello, I am so sorry for the day youve had.I would love to give you a hug.1st.dressing is a waste of energy I found,only dress if strangers are coming.I know it seems like you are not being “normal”but I find it lets me do more that I want to do.2Have you got a door entry phone?Its a boon!3Have you seen the non slip trays that don’t let things fall off,they are good too,and would sit on your lap from kitchen to table.If I sound patronising truely I am not being I’m trying to tell you from my own struggles that I wish someone had told me when I first started on this road.If I have preached to the converted I am sorry,shout at me if you want to.Sending love and a few hugs.God Bless.Nx

    • Thank you Nancy, I don’t really dress, it’s nothing more than pyjama’s if you like, clothing to keep me warm, not stylish. We do have a door entry phone, but it’s in the hallway, and allows them into the main building so they can come up to our flat. I still have to go back and forwards to that and unlock our flat door, their is no way around either.

      I do have a tray, but it has to be strapped to my chair, so that it does slide. It takes more effort to strap it on, than it saves. It was great at first, but as time has gone on, it get’s tougher and tougher to use.

      I never object to suggestions that are show caring, which yours does, so don’t feel worried about annoying me, you didn’t 🙂

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  4. Hello. I understand chronic pain and fatigue. For most of my adult life I had to battle that. But you talk of a level I can barely comprehend. But I do understand the frustration, the tears, the verbal lashing out. You may not feel it, but believe me when I say that you are an inspiration through all of this. Your tweets and the honesty of your writing sit in proof of this. I send this with much respect and with every blessing to you. Thank you for being you.

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  5. First, hugs. (((Hugs)))

    Second, do you like things such as fig newtons or cheese crackers / peanutbutter crackers that don’t have to be refridgerated that you can put in the living room with you, so that they are within reach if you’re too tired to move but must eat?

    Third, does the water have to be cold? If you can tolerate bottled water at room temperature (and I know that some tastes better than others), can you put that and the munchies in the living room, near where you stay, so that you don’t have to move far if you’re wiped out?

    I’m sure you’ve thought of all of this, but I wanted to suggest it just to be sure. I’m sorry you’re having a rough time.

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    • Thank you for caring! I do appreciate your comments, but your right, I have thought of all of this. I find water as abhorrent as the drug it carries, but if its as cold as possible, it seems to carry less flavour. I read about it somewhere and didn’t believe it until I tried it. The colder something is, the less we taste, especially when it comes to sweet tones.

      As for food in the living room, well I try not to keep it here if I like it, because I then eat it, something I really weight wise can’t afford to do. but yes, it does make sense, maybe, I could try to find a happy medium, far enough away that I’m not tempted, but close enough to save some energy. That is one to think on 🙂

  6. He friend🙋, This is miserable, I feel so much anger that you have to live this daily. But I know that it is a cycle of life you have to deal with, And you are totally right to make your needs known !!!The having snacks around in the room you are in is a great idea, thanks @”cpod4real”, I also do that. I love baggies for storing chips, crackers, fruit and so on . And when I’m this God awful bone tired, I don’t care if water is cold or not. But it has to have a top on it. My grip isn’t sure anymore so I drop everything. My biggest problem is cold Coke. Thats my weakness. I am so addicted to Coke and Graham crackers at the moment. All which live in a baggies and bottles with tops on them.
    Now if I could just stop being so damned hot all the time and my skin would go back to feeling normal instead of raw and this headache leave me, I could go back to my dailey painful tired life.
    Oh well,,,,a girl can dream ! Love ya Pamela !! Hold on to what you want. Its your life and you need all the normal you can get.. Don’t be afraid to ask for what you need. Joey always says he cant help if I don’t tell him what I need.

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Lloyd Barnes are proud to be a Foundation XV member for the 2018/19 season

The official club charity of the Exeter Chiefs, the Exeter Foundation was set up in 2011 to help promote the local community and the vision of people who live and work there.

In February 2017, the Exeter Foundation celebrated reaching the fantastic milestone of £1m raised for charities and organisations across Exeter and the wider area.

Put together by three rugby directors and three local businessmen, the Exeter Foundation is a city-based charity that has been working tirelessly to bring future prosperity to the people in and around the Devon city.

And since its inception the Exeter Foundation has helped to directly fund over 75 different charities and organisations in a series of wide-ranging projects and schemes.

Headed up by chairman Tony Rowe OBE and fellow trustees Marc Astley, David Bird, Keiron Northcott, Alan Quantick and celebrity chef Michael Caines MBE, they have helped to oversee the fundraising exploits of countless people locally.

From match-day collections at Exeter Chiefs Rugby Club through to Big Walks, Cycle Challenges, Charity Dinners and varying events devised by members of the Foundation XV, it has resulted in the £1m milestone being reached.

Exeter Rugby Club chairman and chief executive Tony Rowe OBE is one of six trustees overseeing the work of the Exeter Foundation

Not that the hard work stops here – already plans are afoot to target doubling this figure with even more fundraising exploits – all of which will continue to help the many charities and organisations in and around Exeter.

“To reach the £1m milestone is a huge achievement for the Exeter Foundation,” said Tony Rowe OBE. “However, the hard work doesn’t stop here. As a board of trustees we are fully committed to continuing the excellent fundraising work that has so far been done.

“We have been lucky to see first-hand just what a difference even the smallest sum of money can make to so many people locally. Helping to improve the lives of Exeter people is our number one priority and we are delighted with the response the public have given to the Exeter Foundation over the years.

“Just dropping a pound into a bucket or sponsoring someone to ride a bike, it can make a real difference in the long run. Also, we have to thank the many people who have taken on the numerous fundraising challenges, sometimes in the very worse conditions. Without that kind of support locally we would not have hit the £1m figure, so to everyone we are eternally grateful for all of their efforts.”

Funding over the years through the Exeter Foundation has to date helped to purchase eight different vehicles, including a boat, six different play parks for children with special needs, an outdoor learning centre, an IT hub, specialist equipment for projects around the city, wheelchairs for the Exeter Hawks Wheelchair Rugby team, buddy chairs for Bolham Ward at the Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital and the refurbishing of two separate hydrotherapy pools.

In 2014, the Exeter Foundation also gave the first £50,000 Legacy Grant Fund to WESC Foundation to help adapt two new transition houses in Exeter for visually impaired young people.

“Our aim is to create a lasting legacy for everyone that we help,” added Mr Rowe. “Each year the Exeter Foundation continues to grow and it is all down to the support we receive from the public. Without their support we would not be able to provide the role we do, so again I thank everyone for their efforts and look forward to an even bigger and brighter future.”

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Benenden Pre-School

Pre School

Who to contact

Contact Name
Lucy Oakley
Contact Position
01580 241 137

Where to go

St. Georges Hall
The Street
TN17 4DB

When is it on?

When is childcare available
Term Time Only
Carescheme Age Range:
2 year(s), 0 month(s) to 5 year(s), 0 month(s)
Opening Times
Opening Times
DayOpening TimeClosing Time
Monday 9.00 3.15
Tuesday 9.00 3.15
Wednesday 9.00 3.15
Thursday 9.00 3.15
Friday 9.00 12.00

Other Details

Table of costs
Table of costs
AmountCost Type
£5.00 Per hour
£5.50 Per hour
ECD Type
Offers pickups
Cost details
£5.50 per hour for two year olds. £5.00 per hour for three and four year olds
3-4 Year Old Funding?
2 Year Old Funding?
Total vacancies
Places Range
Places Range
Start AgeEnd AgePlaces
0 5 17
5 8 17
Immediate vacancies?
Contact Provider for Vacancy Details?
Vacancy range
Vacancy Range
Start AgeEnd AgePlaces
2 4 5
Vacancy Information Last updated Date
Music, Computers / It, Messy Play Area, Cookery, Drama, Outdoor Adventure Play Area, Toys/dolls, Dressing Up, Outdoor Activities, Play House, Trampoline, Games / Puzzles, Garden, Walks, Sandpit, Arts And Crafts, Reading, Woodwork, Refreshments, Languages, See-Saw, Bike, Kitchen, Slide, Climbing Frame, Sports
Languages Spoken:
Wheelchair Access

Ofsted Information

Ofsted URN
Link to latest ofsted inspection report
Inspection history
Inspection History
Inspection DateInspection typeInspection Outcome
10/02/2011Inspection (Early Years Register)Good
23/06/2015Inspection (Early Years Register)Outstanding
09/05/2019Inspection (Early Years Register)Outstanding

30 Hours Extended Entitlement

Registered to provide up to 30 hours entitlement

Local Offer

Special Needs Support

When children join Benenden Preschool we ask parents to fill out a form called ‘All About Me’ to tell us about their children so that we can get to know them as individuals.

We find out children’s developmental starting points by making observations and from conversations with their parents.  These starting points can give an indication whether the child is developing along the expected norms of ages and stages.

As children take part in activities and join in the routines of the setting, their progress is recorded. If children do not make expected progress, this could indicate that they have additional needs and would benefit from targeted planning to support their development.

Between the second and third birthday a statutory written report is made called the ‘Progress Check at Age Two’, which can highlight both children’s strengths and also areas where their progress is less than expected. Children may benefit from further assessment by health and education professionals, but parental consent is always obtained before information about their children is shared.

We help you to form a constructive, positive relationship with the preschool by matching a specific member of staff to your child. This is a statutory requirement called the key person approach, to help tailor each child’s care to meet their individual needs.

If children need additional or different support in their learning, this information is always shared with parents.  Parents know their own children best, and we can be more effective at helping them if we work together and share our knowledge, and parents are welcome to chat to members of staff at any time.

Targeted plans will be agreed in partnership with parents so that our observations can be shared, and parents can help their children at home. These plans are reviewed every short term (six weeks).

At Benenden Preschool we use an online learning journal called Tapestry. Parents can see written observations and photos of their children learning through play, and can also add their own contributions from home to create a fuller picture of their child’s development.

Three times a year after every long term, a written report gives a summary of your child’s progress, and parents are welcome to meet their child’s key person to discuss it.

Benenden Preschool ensures that The Early Years Foundation Stage framework is accessible to all children by following inclusive practice in routines and planned activities.  For example, children who would benefit from extra support to develop their emotional and social skills may take part in regular small group activities where the teacher encourages listening, turn-taking and collaboration.   Children who are developing communication skills may play planned, adult-led games recommended by the ICAN activity cards.  Children with a greater requirement for physically active play will have their needs met by making adjustments to the usual routine of the day, so that those children have frequent and longer access to the outdoor space.

The preschool provides ideas and resources for parents to use at home, and also works with other professionals such as the Early Years Specialist Teacher Services to plan activities that are tailored to the needs of individual children.

Children who need extra help or a different approach with their learning are given a plan that breaks their targets into smaller steps.

The areas of learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage have been refined and clarified in a document called ‘Portage SEND Best Practice Assessment Checklist’.  This Checklist can be used to assess what children are currently able to do, and it breaks down the developmental stages into achievable targets to work towards.

Children can then be supported in a way that suits them best as individuals, which may include tailored one-to-one interactions with adults, or activities in small groups of children.

Some children benefit from the use of Makaton signing to help communication, or visual picture cues to help them understand the routines of the preschool day.

Benenden Preschool can access additional funding for children who are identified as having additional needs, and the funding can be used for staff training, such as learning to use Makaton signing, or to provide specific resources that help children with their learning.  For example, for children who had a sensory need for oral stimulation we obtained a collection of appropriate objects to chew and bite on.  The children learned to use these objects, which helped them to regulate their feelings and their social behaviour.

Funding can also be used to pay for professionally-taught group sessions such as yoga or sports, which benefit all children but are particularly valuable for children who are developing their physical skills.

Provision can be made for children who need to be calm and quiet by setting up a safe, relaxed den area as a retreat.  Some children have a need for types of repetitive play, such as wrapping things up in paper or fabric, or using spinning toys.  When children’s needs are identified and met, this enables them to engage in their learning in their own style.

Preschool staff make spontaneous observations of your child at play, and also observe children’s learning as they take part in planned adult-led activities.

Each day when parents arrive or pick up their children, there are usually opportunities for an informal exchange of information to keep in touch with children’s progress.

If children attend on a day when the key person is absent, a ‘buddy’ key person is assigned to take their place.

Observations made of children’s learning are charted by making comparisons with the descriptors of the Early Years Foundation Stage.  Judgements of each child’s stage of development in all areas are made, and their progress is assessed.

Children who have targeted plans have more frequent assessments to check that they are developing well.

Benenden Preschool promotes equality of opportunity for children with disability and additional needs, enabling each child to flourish by including all children in all activities. This is achieved by making sensitive adjustments to the instructions that are given, or by differentiating the expectations for individual children. For example, a child with reduced attention span will be expected to engage with an activity for a length of time that is appropriate to the child. A child with a physical impairment will be given additional adult support, such as a helping hand to stand on one leg during a yoga exercise or additional resources will be provided such as additional handrails on the stairs.

Benenden Preschool is situated on the first floor of a shared building, and there is no lift. Unfortunately, it is not possible to install a lift because the building is Listed.  This can present some difficulties for individuals with impaired mobility, but small children can be carried by staff up and down the stairs.

When adults who bring and collect the children are unable to access the stairs, staff meet adults at the outside door and accompany the children up and down the stairs.

Staff are always willing to help adults with other aspects of accessibility, such as helping with the buckles on car seats.

The preschool rooms are on one level, so all facilities are accessible.

Most of the children at Benenden Preschool move on to Benenden Primary School, and there are usually others who make the transition to different schools.

At preschool, we start to help the children to accept their forthcoming change by displaying photos of all of the new schools and their class teachers.

We welcome visits from the Reception class teacher, and enable the children to take part in taster sessions in their schools during the summer term.

We keep a stock of the school uniforms so that children can play at dressing up and become familiar with the idea of this change in their clothing.

We pass on transition reports so that teachers understand the children’s strengths and areas where support is applicable, and we discuss children’s needs so that teachers can begin to get to know them well.

The effectiveness of provision for children with additional needs is assessed by reviewing children’s progress at the end of every short term (six weeks), to see if the planning has achieved the desired impact.

If a child’s targets have been met, new targets can be agreed for the next six weeks.  If the review finds that a target has not been met, it will be modified by providing different resources or by breaking the target into smaller steps.  In this way, children will be supported most effectively to make progress in their development.

Targeted plans are always shared with parents, so that they can help to support their children’s progress at home.  Children are best supported when parents share information so that a more accurate picture can be made of children’s progress.

To register for a place at Benenden Preschool, complete the application form that can be found on the preschool website under the ‘Other Stuff’ tab, and send it to the supervisor at Benenden Preschool.  Alternatively, telephone the preschool on 01580 241137 to ask for a form to be sent to you.  Once the preschool has received your form, a place will be reserved for your child.

Parents and their children are welcome to visit Benenden Preschool.  We recommend that your child’s key person visits you and your child at home, because it is a good way for us to get to know each other, share information, and for the child to accept their key person as a trusted new adult.

Children may have a ‘taster’ session of about two hours to help them settle into their new routine.

It is possible for the preschool to claim additional funding for children of three years old or over who are in receipt of Disability  Living Allowance, or to claim SEN Inclusion Fund for children with additional needs, so that it is possible to meet children’s needs.

Benenden Preschool has a Complaints Procedure that can be found in the Policy Booklet. Verbal complaints should be backed up in writing if possible. The Supervisor will keep a log of complaints, whether they are made in writing or orally, and will also record subsequent discussions.  If the complaint remains unresolved, an appeal may be made to the Chairman of the Committee.  A full response should be expected within 28 days. If, for whatever reason, a full response is not possible within 28 days, an interim response will be sent to the complainant explaining the reasons for the delay, progress to date and a revised deadline. The final outcome will be confirmed to the complainant in writing. If  the complainant wishes to take the matter further, an appeal may be made to the Chairman of the Committee who will appoint an ‘Appeals Panel’ of three Committee members to review the complaint. If a complaint relates to the Statutory Framework, parents may contact Ofsted at Applications, Regulatory and Contact (ARC) Team, Ofsted, Piccadilly Gate, Store Street, Manchester, M1 2WD, Tel. 0300 123 1231.

Parents are encouraged to join the committee of Benenden Preschool, and are always welcome to take part in daily sessions.  A questionnaire is distributed to each family every year in March as an opportunity for parents to feed back their views.

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About Fort Smith

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The city of Fort Smith also includes many attractions and well known landmarks throughout the city. A complete and full list of places to visit can be found in any Fort Smith,AR business directory. The Fort Smith,AR yellow pages is another resource to use when trying to locate the abundance of sites within the city. Some of the attractions include the Phoenix Expo Center, which holds many events, functions, and conventions by the masses. The Expo Center is also situated within another attraction in itself, which is Kay Rogers Park. Some of the landmarks of the city include the Belle Grove Historical District and the Fort Smith National Historical Site. Thee are many sites to see and many places to go, while also many things to learn of this rich and historical place that is Fort Smith, AR.

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What should I look for in a Professional Liability Insurance policy?

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Buying a Professional Liability Insurance policy is an essential component of working in health care, medical and wellness industries—in fact, many facilities and employers require one before you can begin work. No matter what health care niche you practice in, a Professional Liability policy will cover you if an allegation of negligence is brought against you for actions resulting from your work.

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Things To Do This Weekend In London: 19-20 October 2019

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Things to do this weekend is sponsored by St Paul's Cathedral.

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Guess who's back? Photo: The Trustees of the Natural History Museum

ROUNDHOUSE RISING: Emerging music festival Roundhouse Rising is a chance to see tomorrow’s big names and headline acts before they’re famous. A whole range of musical genres are covered, from grime to pop to electrobeats, with performers from as far afield as Dublin and Sweden — and plenty of homegrown talent too. Roundhouse (Camden), various prices, book ahead, 15-29 October

AFFORDABLE ART FAIR: London’s been awash with art fairs this month, but the Affordable Art Fair is aimed at your every day art fan, rather than industry insiders. Prices for pieces start at just £50, ideal if you’re considering getting into art collecting — but it’s equally useful if you’re just looking for something to fill a blank wall in your home. Battersea Evolution (Battersea Park), £9-£27, book ahead, 17-20 October

LITERATURE FESTIVAL: It's the first weekend of London Literature Festival, a huge celebration of the written word featuring talks, workshops, gigs and other performances. Highlights this weekend include author Jung Chang talking about 20th century China, and authors Bernardine Evaristo (who just won the booker!) and Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi discussing our perspectives of ourselves and the country we live in. Southbank Centre, various prices, book ahead, 17-27 October

Authors Bernardine Evaristo and Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi are in conversation as part of London Literature Festival

WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY: One of our favourite annual shows, it's the first weekend of the new Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition. See 2019's winning images (announced at a ceremony on Tuesday) alongside other shortlisted images, taken by photographers all over the world. Standards are always exceptionally high, and the show offers cute animal snaps alongside more serious insights into environmental issues. Natural History Museum (South Kensington), £13.95, book ahead, 18 October-31 May

RUMFEST: Where has all the rum gone? To west London, where RumFest sets up for a two-day celebration of pirates' poison of choice. Sample and buy from a selection of 400 of the most diverse and rare rums from across the globe, soak it up with Caribbean-inspired food, and listen to talks about rum, including one by Jamaica's oldest rum estate, Worthy Park. Earl's Court's ILEC Conference Centre, from £42.50, book ahead, 19-20 October

RumFest takes place in Earl's Court

ICE RINK: The Natural History Museum’s winter ice rink opens for the season this weekend. It’s back outside the museum building, surrounded by twinkling trees and centered on a towering Christmas tree. A cafe bar and viewing platform run alongside. See when London's other ice rinks open. Natural History Museum (South Kensington), from £12.65, book ahead, 19 October-12 January

BIGGER THAN THE PLATE: It's the final weekend of the V&A's Bigger Than The Plate exhibition, which looks at where our food comes from, how we consume it, and how it could be produced in the future. At times tough to stomach, it's likely to make you think twice about what's on your plate, but has some positive stories too. V&A Museum (South Kensington), £17, book ahead, until 20 October

WATER LIFE: It's also your last chance to see photography exhibition Water Life by Aida Muluneh. Commissioned by charity WaterAid, the pictures show issues of water scarcity and ecological emergency in Ethiopia. Somerset House, free, just turn up, until 20 October

HALF TERM: As of this weekend, most kids are off school for a week. But fear not — we’ve put together a guide to spending half term in London, covering family-friendly events, exhibitions, theatre shows and other activities.

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Enjoy a family day out as you count the animals in the ceiling mosaics (look out for lions and dolphins), encounter the nation’s heroes in the Crypt and marvel at panoramic views of London from the Stone and Golden Galleries.

During the first week of half term the Cathedral is running craft activities and character costume tours — maybe you'll even get to meet the Cathedral's architect, Christopher Wren! Check the website for more details.

Enhance your experience of St Paul’s Cathedral with their free family multimedia guides — featuring fly-throughs of the dome galleries and zoomable close-ups of the breathtaking ceiling mosaics.

Select the number of child tickets required and use the promo code KGF2019 when booking your ticket to apply the child ticket discount (family tickets not included in promotion).

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Saturday 19 October

Elle Kaye leads a taxidermy class at Museum of London

ROCK SCHOOL: Live out your rock school dreams at Yamaha Music's Learn to Play sessions. Try out acoustic and electric instruments, with professional teachers and musicians on hand to help you sharpen up your technique. It's first come first served, so get there early. Yamaha Music (Soho), free, just turn up, 10am-5pm

WALL STREET ON WATER: Join The London Ambler for a guided walk around Canary Wharf, covering the architecture and planning of the area from the 1980s to the present day. From dockside wasteland to financial hub, hear about the politics, business deals and urban planning that went into creating 'Wall Street on water'. Thames Walk (Dunbar Wharf), £12/£10, book ahead, 10.30am-12.30pm

HOME MOVIE DAY: Finally, a use for those family films you've got lying around. Home Movie Day is a worldwide initiative, encouraging people to dig out and share their homemade footage. Volunteers are on hand to help you watch your film in various formats, and save it for future viewing. Various productions from the London Screen Archives are also shown throughout the day. Cinema Museum (Kennington), free, just turn up, 11am-4pm

Ogle vintage vehicles in Waterloo

CLASSIC CARS: The monthly gathering of classic cars returns to Lower Marsh in Waterloo. Apply for a parking spot if you've got a motor you want to show off, otherwise just turn up and wander among classic vehicles of yesteryear. Lower Marsh (Waterloo), free, just turn up, 12pm-4pm

TAXIDERMY: Artist and taxidermist Ella Kaye hosts a four hour taxidermy class for complete beginners. Your mouse is provided — ethically-sourced and disease-free — and no chemicals are used as your learn the basic techniques to prepare, preserve, mount and position the creature. Museum of London, £85, book ahead, 2.30pm

QUEER TO CREATE: Intended as a safe space for LGBTQ+ makers, Queer To Create is a monthly event for the craftily inclined. Bring a project you're currently working on, start a new one on the day, or take part in a crash course in knitting and leave with a new skill.  DIY Space For London (Peckham), £3, book ahead, 12pm-5pm

ENCHANTMENT: The Academy of St-Mary-Le-Bow — a top-notch but non-professional orchestra —  performs a concert of music inspired by the theme of enchantment. Expect magic, fairies, witches and wizards, all conjured up using a combination of sound and lighting, with works by the likes of Mendelssohn on the programme. Fans of Disney's Fantasia are in for a treat too. St Cuthbert's (Earl's Court), £14/£12, book ahead, 7.30pm-9.30pm

Sunday 20 October

Take a walk around Fulham Palace Gardens

VALENTINES MANSION: A free exhibition of work by young artists opens at Valentines Mansion today. Inspired by the mansion itself, the artwork is by 6-19 year olds from a local art group, and marks a decade since the building was opened to the public. Valentines Mansion (Redbridge), free, just turn up, 20-23 October

VINTAGE SALE: Stock up on vintage clothes and pay by the weight at the Peckham Vintage Kilo Sale. Rummage through jackets, dresses, skirts, shirts, belts, handbags, jewellery and more and pay £15 per kilo. There's no minimum weight, so choose carefully and you might find an item for as little as 75p. Bussey Building (Peckham), £3/£1.50, just turn up, 11am

BEATING THE BOUNDS: Nature writer and photographer Dr Peter Coles leads an autumnal walk around Hampstead Heath and Golders Green. He points out the boundary trees of the area, which existed back when it was fairly rural, to mark the boundaries between different properties. Golders Green station, £18, book ahead, 10.30am-12.30pm

See Valentines Mansion through young artists' eyes.

CROSSNESS ENGINES: Get inside London’s ‘cathedral of sewage’, Crossness Pumping Station, and see the Prince Consort engine in steam. There's also an exhibition about the Victorian sewer system which is still in use in the capital today, and children’s craft activities. Crossness Sewage Treatment Works (Abbey Wood), £8/£2, just turn up, 10.30am-4pm

MAKERS' MARKET: A 'vintage village' pops up inside Poplar Union for the day, bringing a handful of stalls from local makers and vintage traders. Take the opportunity to make a start on the Christmas shopping, or treat yourself, while supporting independent businesses. Poplar Union, free, just turn up, 11am-4pm

Have a rummage at the Clerkenwell Vintage Fashion autumn fair

VINTAGE FASHION: Give your wardrobe a refresh in time for the chiller weather at the Clerkenwell Vintage Fashion autumn fair. 50 traders are on hand to sell items dating from between the 1920s and 1970s, many of which are back in trend right now. Keep an eye out for designer labels too — Biba and Chanel items have made appearances at past events. Freemasons Hall (Covent Garden), £5/£2, book ahead, 11am-5pm

OCTOBER PLENTY: Witness The October Plenty, a traditional celebration on the streets of Lambeth which celebrates autumn. A procession starring the Corn Queene and Berry Man effigies begins at the Imperial War Museum, and meanders through the streets to Roots and Shoots in Kennington, where a play and storytelling session take place. Imperial War Museum, free, just turn up, from 12pm

Visit Crossness Pumping Station. Photo: Peter Scrimshaw

GARDEN WALK: Apparently Fulham Palace garden is the second oldest botanic garden in London. Join a guide for a tour of the 13-acre site and learn how the Bishops of London made it into what it is today, and how the gardening team care for it. Fulham Palace, £6, just turn up, 2pm-3pm

HAUNTED PUB TOUR: With Halloween nearing, give yourself an early scare on this haunted pub tour, visiting two of London's most idyllic neighbourhoods. Begin in Hampstead, and make your way to Highgate via four stops at haunted pubs, including one where you used to be able to watch an autopsy while you sipped your beer. Hear haunted tales of the boozers, and nearby Highgate Cemetery on the route. Hampstead High Street, £22, book ahead, 6pm-9.30pm (sponsor)


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The Beef Jerky Outlet in Midland today is giving back to our local police department by supplying them with beef jerky. Today is  National Random Acts of Kindness Day and the Beef Jerky Outlet has chosen to give back to our men and women in blue!

The staff of the Jerky Outlet will be delivering bag of beef jerky to the police department through out the day. You can watch on their social media to follow the festivities.

Random Acts of Kindness are something we should do everyday not just once a year!


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How To Loom Knit A Shrug

Another great loom knitting tutorial is what you get in this loom knitting video teaching you how to use your 36 peg circular loom to knit a shurg. This video by Tuteate is just in time. In the last post you were shown how to knit a star hat in preparation for the fall and winter weather approaching. Now you can learn to loom knit a shrug to go with your new loomed hat. Loom Knit A ShrugYou get the same top-notch loom knitting lesson you get with all the videos Tuteate produces and posts to YouTube for the loom knitting community.Loom knitted Shrug Great shots of the work being done and good on-screen instructions to guide you in your loom knitting. Check out the video and you will see it is another win for loom knitters.

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