I've started this blog on a whim, it may not last long - I've never been one for writing diaries, but it's time I did something more creative and it's possible that this could kick me into action.
I'm Nicola, AKA Clarys, and I'm 30. Wow 3 0 - it happened 2 weeks ago. To celebrate I hit Harrogate with my mum, sister and a mixture of friends, old and new. It was an interesting evening; we began with an Italian meal in a restaurant on the edge of town, then visited the pubs before finishing at the Viper Room. I didn't drink much, I'm still feeding my youngest child, so soaked up the atmosphere and events of the night. The weirdest thing was the music in the Viper Room, ALL of it had to be at least 15 years old - so at least I knew it all :).
Since turning 30 life has continued in the same pattern of work, weekend, work. I'm a teacher in East Lancashire High School. The school is due to have a visit from Ofsted any time, and you can feel the tension as their visit becomes imminent. I can't help feeling the change in atmosphere, my department is going through a few changes, and by the new school year it will be completely different. I'm feeling more under pressure because it's not my subject and I'm applying for a part time post in the department at the moment. I'm really hopeful that I'll get it because I know I can't go back to work full time, not with two babies. I would love to be SAHM but financially I can't afford to, and for the sake of my intelligence I can't either! I'm full time at the moment, but it's only for a few more weeks then I'll be home with my babies more - Really I can't wait. Yes I will be poorer, but I'll be a better mummy too.
I'm beginning to waffle now so will sign off for now. Another post, another time and I'll add a little more.
