AnonyMouse_14268 Posted August 14, 2017 Posted August 14, 2017 So reading through the 'Friday post' it's obvious that it is not just me that is lacking motivation! I started the holiday motivated to get everything done in the first two weeks then forget about it all. The reality is I have done bits and pieces and moved the rather large pile of folders and work from the table to the desk and back again. I am nearly there, just need to tweak a couple of things on the SEF and collate my trackers and update the development plan. I have been to school all day today and am happy with the changes that I have made to layout and contionous provision. Was expecting laminating pouches to be delivered today but because I was not home they took them away again!! Just need to laminate a few things and get them up then it's done. I would say I could then enjoy the rest of the Sumer, but the weather is miserable. I think this is having a real impact on motivation levels. I did find my TDL today and it was quite nice to see what I had achieved but just need to knuckle down and finish the rest. Don't know if anyone has seen the curiosity approach nurseries on Facebook that is quite motivational to look at. Quote
AnonyMouse_3735 Posted August 14, 2017 Posted August 14, 2017 FBLink for page mentioned - https://www.facebook.com/curiousityapproach/Their website is not yet working.. but my be worth bookmarking to check later.. http://www.thecuriosityapproach.com/ Nursery World article.. I am assuming it is the same thing they are discussing.. http://www.nurseryworld.co.uk/nursery-world/news/1079745/curiosity 1 Quote
AnonyMouse_22106 Posted August 15, 2017 Posted August 15, 2017 You're not alone I've always lacked motivation in the 6 week holiday, always more productive on the 1 or 2 week half terms think I like deadlines! 1 Quote
AnonyMouse_8282 Posted August 16, 2017 Posted August 16, 2017 Yesterday's motivational project - I emptied 10 (yes 10!) A4 box folders full of 'stuff' - all gone out in the recycling collections for today. Old course work notes, etc. Old house paperwork all gone! :1b 4 Quote
AnonyMouse_19762 Posted August 16, 2017 Posted August 16, 2017 Yesterday's motivational project - I emptied 10 (yes 10!) A4 box folders full of 'stuff' - all gone out in the recycling collections for today. Old course work notes, etc. Old house paperwork all gone! :1b Well done! I need to do similar but this weather is too good to waste so have been busy in the garden all day :1b 1 Quote
AnonyMouse_8282 Posted August 16, 2017 Posted August 16, 2017 Well done! I need to do similar but this weather is too good to waste so have been busy in the garden all day :1b Emptied another 4 !!! Not really sure how I every managed to collect so many in the first place. Anyway sunnyday all this box clearing is delaying me from my main task - which is .. ... .... ..... ...... Researching Tapestry :unsure: :lol: (although I have unearthed rather a lot of my late mothers tapestry wools -which could create a pleasant distraction from main project :lol: :lol: ) 1 Quote
AnonyMouse_30128 Posted August 16, 2017 Posted August 16, 2017 Yesterday's motivational project - I emptied 10 (yes 10!) A4 box folders full of 'stuff' - all gone out in the recycling collections for today. Old course work notes, etc. Old house paperwork all gone! :1b I SO need to do this ...I hate all the abandoned paperwork all over the house :unsure: Quote
AnonyMouse_30128 Posted August 16, 2017 Posted August 16, 2017 in terms of motivation you could try the 'hour' technique......find yourself a task you can do in an hour (break a large task in to smaller pieces) start your timer....try to FINISH the task in an hour then stop and go and do something that you would like to do instead (gardening cooking reading etc!) ....it's similar to the first this then that approach used for children . makes tasks a bit more fun! Quote
AnonyMouse_8282 Posted August 16, 2017 Posted August 16, 2017 in terms of motivation you could try the 'hour' technique......find yourself a task you can do in an hour (break a large task in to smaller pieces) start your timer....try to FINISH the task in an hour then stop and go and do something that you would like to do instead (gardening cooking reading etc!) ....it's similar to the first this then that approach used for children . makes tasks a bit more fun! Ermmmm......... you seem to have you're 'working' head on with all these sensible suggestions :lol: My Tapestry diversionary tactics reminded me I had Level 3 coursework randomly abandoned somewhere- I just went and found it- that another two box files and three folders cleared out... ::1a I am soooo loving this paper purge I'm on - I told my husband I was starting on his stash tomorrow - he looked worried :lol: :lol: Quote
AnonyMouse_30128 Posted August 16, 2017 Posted August 16, 2017 Ermmmm......... you seem to have you're 'working' head on with all these sensible suggestions :lol: oh that's worrying...must shake it off, shake it off (goes off humming to self! :rolleyes: ::1a Have just watched no more boys and girls...bit too work based maybe? Very good though :1b Quote
AnonyMouse_8282 Posted August 17, 2017 Posted August 17, 2017 oh that's worrying...must shake it off, shake it off (goes off humming to self! :rolleyes: ::1a Have just watched no more boys and girls...bit too work based maybe? Very good though :1b I recorded it to watch later I was hoping it would be good. I enjoyed the secret life of 4 year olds- but felt that had had picked the best verbalists from local drama clubs! Quote
AnonyMouse_19782 Posted August 17, 2017 Posted August 17, 2017 very good programme can't believe how many times the teacher called the children "love" or "mate" or similar, certainly not something I've heard a teacher say before in my earshot! Quote
AnonyMouse_19762 Posted August 17, 2017 Posted August 17, 2017 I have recorded it - might watch later when I take a scheduled coffee break! :1b Mr S has abandoned me to play with that blessed chainsaw.......really no need to be cutting anything down in my humble - wood-store is completely full which means two winters worth of logs - oh well it's keeping him happy...... Have been to the accountants this morning - just fiddling about with a bit of home admin now...... 1 Quote
AnonyMouse_19782 Posted August 17, 2017 Posted August 17, 2017 http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b090vdf3#play Woman's Hour link where they are discussing the programme this morning, it's the first item. Quote
AnonyMouse_19762 Posted August 17, 2017 Posted August 17, 2017 Have had a lovely afternoon playing with my youngest granddaughter - lovely surprise visit :1b 2 Quote
AnonyMouse_19782 Posted August 17, 2017 Posted August 17, 2017 have my 2 overnight tomorrow - first time together - eeeek had to be postponed from July, they are very very eager :blink: :blink: Quote
AnonyMouse_22029 Posted August 17, 2017 Posted August 17, 2017 Well I have cleaned the bathroom, strongly encouraged many many spiders who were happy in lounge to find a new home. And started thinking about new academic year. Slowly motivation returning. Quote
AnonyMouse_14268 Posted August 18, 2017 Author Posted August 18, 2017 All loose ends tied up, SEF updated, funding forms printed and ready to be filled out, all laminating done, off to school today to finish up! I am a pretty organised person and keep on top of things but it's crazy quite how much there always is to do and catch up on! 2 Quote
AnonyMouse_7120 Posted August 19, 2017 Posted August 19, 2017 That was also my mission yesterday zigzag, weather lousy, no other plans so tie up loose ends, and do the jobs I've been putting off like SEF and Improvement plan, opened emails first thing and a new parent has pulled a child out 'for now' due to problems with transport/work patterns ....well my mojo upped and left as I went back to changing registers, key person groups, Birthday board etc, etc, etc....not to mention the time to set them up on Tapestry, prepare their baseline assessment... :'( I feel the introduction of a registration fee coming on whether it's frowned upon or not gggrrrrr Quote
AnonyMouse_19782 Posted August 19, 2017 Posted August 19, 2017 That is so frustrating Mousie - I have had similar happen or new children coming in so often towards the latter stages of the holiday that I hold out on some jobs like this for as long as I can. The grandchildren have just left - had them for 24 hours - and peace has descended once more. ::1a As much as I adore them, the hour or so after they have gone is secretly bliss ::1a ::1a ::1a ::1a the tidying up done, the kettle on and a few minute on here. 2 Quote
AnonyMouse_19762 Posted August 21, 2017 Posted August 21, 2017 Renewed pre-school insurance today (Morton Michel) and noticed that I could access some free online training - I have completed FGM, Fire safety for managers, COSHH and Food safety - very pleased with myself! :rolleyes: :lol: 2 Quote
AnonyMouse_8282 Posted August 21, 2017 Posted August 21, 2017 I've made myself a nice new workbag today :1b 2 Quote
AnonyMouse_22029 Posted August 22, 2017 Posted August 22, 2017 Oh sunny. How was the fire safety for managers I will look into that. Although this is a bit avoidance. Quote
AnonyMouse_19762 Posted August 22, 2017 Posted August 22, 2017 Oh sunny. How was the fire safety for managers I will look into that. Although this is a bit avoidance. Yes, all Okay - just a bit 'addictive' - I have completed two more this morning :lol: Sun is shining now so I am going to get outside now - no more TDL of any sort today! Quote
AnonyMouse_19762 Posted August 22, 2017 Posted August 22, 2017 I've made myself a nice new workbag today :1b Lovely - think we need a photo really :1b 2 Quote
AnonyMouse_19762 Posted August 23, 2017 Posted August 23, 2017 Oh sunny. How was the fire safety for managers I will look into that. Although this is a bit avoidance. Strongly recommend 'Data Protection' course - I was fairly shocked at how little i really knew re this subject....... 1 Quote
FSFRebecca Posted August 23, 2017 Posted August 23, 2017 Can all staff access them or just the manager? We have a log in so I'll have a look at the courses ... I was just wondering if you can get more for more staff? Quote
AnonyMouse_19762 Posted August 23, 2017 Posted August 23, 2017 Can all staff access them or just the manager? We have a log in so I'll have a look at the courses ... I was just wondering if you can get more for more staff? Yes - at a price :1b Quote
AnonyMouse_19762 Posted August 23, 2017 Posted August 23, 2017 Of? Do you know? Er no - have £75.00 in mind - will have a look and get back to you....... Quote
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