Although we did reach the end of Engand's land!
While the boys enjoyed themselves tremendously doing all sorts of outdoorsy, water-related activities during our stay in Cornwall,
I had a restful time, spending the holiday mostly reading, observing and thinking.
I absolutely relish the opportunity to spend some time outside of my usual environment since it gives me the time and space to consolidate the lessons and experiences gained this past academic year. It also helps to prevent my getting stuck in the humdrum of a routine, or a familiar way of going about things. It appears that some changes are in order for the new academic year.
Of course, what remains unchanged is my love for good food, which we have had plenty of while on holiday.
It was a wonderful seaside holiday for all of us this summer. We still have a few more weeks of summer to go before the new academic year starts again, some time in September. I hope you are enjoying your summer too!
While the boys enjoyed themselves tremendously doing all sorts of outdoorsy, water-related activities during our stay in Cornwall,
I had a restful time, spending the holiday mostly reading, observing and thinking.
I absolutely relish the opportunity to spend some time outside of my usual environment since it gives me the time and space to consolidate the lessons and experiences gained this past academic year. It also helps to prevent my getting stuck in the humdrum of a routine, or a familiar way of going about things. It appears that some changes are in order for the new academic year.
Of course, what remains unchanged is my love for good food, which we have had plenty of while on holiday.
It was a wonderful seaside holiday for all of us this summer. We still have a few more weeks of summer to go before the new academic year starts again, some time in September. I hope you are enjoying your summer too!
It looks perfectly lovely.
ReplyDeleteCornwall is indeed a very beautiful part of the world. Its dramatic landscape and beautiful beaches totally exceeded our expectations. I expect we'll be back there again at some point. :-)
DeleteI can't imagine you and Tiger ever getting stuck in a humdrum way of doing things, Hwee! I know what you mean about having time to reflect; it's so important. We're off camping today. (Wish me luck!)
ReplyDeleteI hope you enjoy fantastic weather for your camping trip, Lucinda! We often think about giving camping a try, but always chicken out at the last minute because we (i.e. my husband and I) like our creature comforts too much. ;-P We did caravanning and camper vanning for a while though, so we're slowly working our way to being fully fledged campers who stay in *real* tents. :-)
DeleteThis sounds a great holiday. We haven't been to Cornwall for years-something to think about for next year! I love the reading, observing and thinking.
ReplyDeleteIt was our first time to Cornwall and all of us loved the dramatic landscape there. :-)
DeleteHaving the time and space to reflect is crucial to one's mental well-being and for one to build up one's reserve of creativity. I'd highly recommend it to all homeschooling mums!
I read a book, years ago, set in Cornwall, and have always thought that it would be a great place to visit. Your pictures confirm that suspicion. Looks lovely.
ReplyDeleteCornwall is really stunning, with very natural and dramatic landscapes. We were all blown away by how 'raw' many of its places still are. :-)
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