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Unlimited Coffee, Cool Catch Ups & Hamilton

24/8/2023

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Headed to Brixton.

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I met a long time friend Sophie in her favourite coffee shop, we both did some work and used their 'bottomless coffee' card  to enjoy a range of coffees and iced lattes!

I met Sophie when I worked at an arena in Manchester (at least 15 years ago). She is a quantity surveyor in London.

Onto some mini golf with Cousin Harry

Harry chose to meet a really cool mini golf bar to have a round of 9 holes. There were so many random landmarks being used as obstacles and we were tied going into the last hole. In the end I took the win with 2 shots vs Harry's 4 shots. CHAMPION!

TONIGHT! HAMILTON

I am so so excited to get to see a Musical tonight.

It is called Hamilton and focuses on a man who was an American soldier and statesman, he fought in the American Revolution to enable America to become an independent Country from England. He helped to write the US constitution and one of Americas founding fathers.
The story would be potentially a little boring to tell BUT it is set to a rap and pop songs written by Lin Manuel Miranda. THIS GUY --->

I have seen it once before and will see it with Sarah (my sister) and Harry (Cousin).

​Have a listen to one of the songs from the show.

It has a line from Dog Runner...can you spot it?

They had won the war and they needed to adapt.
Much like how Ella and Emery need to adapt to their new world.
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MATHS CHALLENGE!

Today I have used a Bike rental to get around the city, have a look at the screenshots and work out how far I have travelled by bike today.
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A whole new Time zone!

24/8/2023

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Good Morning from Sunny England

The temperature was 28 degrees when I arrived in England. I needed to quickly put my shorts and Tshirt on!

I flew from Perth to Doha (Capital city of Qatar) and then from Doha to London Heathrow...one of the world's busiest airports. I sat next to a really cool year 4 student from the Sunshine Coast who was also missing her Book Week as well...apparently in her school the year groups get assigned an author and you have to dress up as someone from that author's books.

After a quick dash to my hotel it was out with my cousins, Tom and Harry and Auntie Mel for some walking, drinks and a traditional pub dinner! 

The weather was fantastic throughout the day and I am sad to say without any sunscreen I got a little burnt on the back of my neck. I did not expect it to be so hot. 

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I should've brought my sunglasses!

DAILY MATHS CHALLENGE!

1.
My budget per day is 60 pounds. I am here for 7 days so how much do I have in my budget?


2.
The current exchange rate is 1 pound = 2 dollars. What is my daily Australian budget?
60 pounds = $???
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Trip Starts Early :(

22/8/2023

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I am so sad not to be there today. 

Trying to shake the cold and cough off before I go and then I bloomin' eat a peanut which causes an allergic reaction and now I need to do some tests today to make sure I am ok.

I was looking forward to showing you Freddie's book week costume today as well as getting on with our stories for BOOK WEEK!
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He has a book called 'What colour is the sea' and the main character is a koala!

He loved showing the kids at daycare.

I look forward to updating you soon about how the trip is going and keen to back in Room 17 on Thursday next week.

You can keep checking this page for updates and to leave comments.
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Birthday fun

14/10/2021

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13th October is  a big deal - it's my birthday

This is the first birthday  with Freddie by my side! It was an absolute cracker.

Sarah, Freddie and I went to the park early in the morning for coffee, cinnamon scrolls and dog watching...Freddie loves dogs so this was a special start.
Then it was off to the zoo.

This was Freddie's first visit. I was kindly given a years membership from the parents of Room 17 so I am sure it wont be the last.

We visited the penguins, saw some snakes and said hello to lots of African animals like Elephants, Giraffes and Rhinos.
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6 weeks in

10/10/2021

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After 6 huge weeks with Freddie. I feel like I am finally getting the hang of being a stay at home dad. 

Here are 6 things I have learnt so far!

1. Make sure you put him on tummy a lot!

2. Try lots of different foods with him

3. Make sure you read with him

4. Take some time in the pool

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5. Give him lots of opportunity to play

6. babies love bouncing

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The Thankyou Tour

2/9/2021

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Freddie and I  journeyed around the northern suburbs yesterday to pick up the restaurant vouchers and give out the thank you cards and gifts to everyone  who donated or was involved in the restaurant experience!
Freddie and I also went to CARAD to donate all of our left over dry food. As a business it is so important to try NOT to have wasteage. This was a great way to ensure our ingredients were used and help a good cause in the process.
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CARAD   is an independent, community-based organisation providing essential welfare and advocacy support to asylum seekers, refugees and detainees in Western Australia.

Find out more
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over and Out

30/8/2021

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It is with a sad feeling in my stomach that I say goodbye to Woodlands and start a new whirlwind adventure with Freddie.

Lots of challenges and experiences ahead and I can't wait to share them all with you.

For now I want to thank all the students and parents from Room 17 for their support in me taking this leave. I will be back as much as I can to say hey and share some Freddie cuddles.
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5 weeks until Freddie

22/7/2021

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Starting my countdown to leaving this class...it is a bittersweet feeling. On the one hand  I know I will be have the best time with Freddie. Exploring new things, discovering new skills and taking time to raise my son as best as I can. On the other hand, leaving a room full of keen, happy and exciteable students  is tough.

Room 17 have voted to not put a countdown up in the classroom BUT I feel this is a great place to keep the story going. When I leave, this will also be a place I update you all on my goings on.

Freddie is now 5 months and he is learning so much.

like...don't eat the 5 month card - it tastes baddddd

He is learning to eat other things!

His first solid food...pureed sweet potato and beef mince. NOM
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Plus...like his dad, he loves to drink coffee
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And enjoying looking at flowers!
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Holiday - Dad Life

12/4/2021

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The Easter Holidays are a chance for everyone to reset and enjoy some time with family and friends.  I thought I would do a Freddie holiday update  and hope to hear from all of Room 17 about what they have been up to. 
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Freddie and I helped my wife celebrate her birthday with lots of cakes and treats! We had friends at  our place and enjoyed an afternoon tea in the sun.

Freddie bought her some chocolate to apologise for the amount of sleep he has made her lose! 
Freddie needed to get his 6 week immunisation jabs and a doctor checked all of his vital signs, like heart rate and breathing! 

He HATED getting a needle put in his leg to protect him for diseases...it was rather distressing for Sarah and me  to see him in so much pain. Thankfully, it was shortlived and the next doctor we took him to, made him smile when she placed a stethoscope on his chest.
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We watched the Eagles SMASH Port  Adelaide, Freddie seemed to enjoy the atmosphere of a winning game.  (that is he 'enjoyment face'
#borneaglessupporter
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On a visit to Freddie's grandparents he received a BIG gold parcel, he didn't really care for what was inside but loved the paper it was wrapped in!
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What have you lot been up to? 

Comment below and check what your classmates have been doing. :D

See you soon.

​Mr Todd

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One day more

3/3/2021

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With only 24 hours until I am saying hello to you all in person, i wanted to check in with  some of the fortnight's updates.


My wife and Freddie got home on the Saturday before last and since then it has been a constant cycle of sleep, feed, change that nappy and back to sleep.
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The routine is monotonous, it has been tiring and tough and a little disgusting but through all of the tasks, I have been completely addicted to seeing my son. He is an absolute gem of a human. SERIOUSLY HE IS AMAZING.
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It is a bitter sweet feeling, I can't wait to get back and start smashing Year 5 with you but equally I will miss the days spent with him. It is going to be tough to balance the two but I hope we can overcome the challenge together.

BIT OF LEARNING ATTACHED!

COmment BELOW WITH:
1. What you think the word 'MONOTONOUS' means?
2. YOUR THOUGHTS ON FREDDIE!
3. WHY THIS CARD has an apostrophe
(He's  Perfect)

Use my comment as a guide

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See you tomorrow.
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