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Another public holiday allowing Grace and I a day away from the ball pool!
Headed all the way up to the north of the island to check out Golden Bay. Not my favourite kind of beach but at least we had a sun lounger and an all important brolly for some shade for me! I am struggling at the moment as really ready for home. Missing my girls and very depleted in oxytocin (lack of hugs!). Managed toRead more
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Of Gozo, Comino Island and Blue Lagoon.
40min bus ride to Valletta. 20min ferry to Sliema. 90min Cruise to Gozo. 30min bus tour round Gozo, with 90mins to sightsee and shop. 30min cruise to Comino island. 75min to walk and swim round Blue lagoon, before ghe 3hr return journey - Not the most relaxing of days!
Note to self- check out the 'cruise' ship prior to buying a ticket. We were with SupremeRead more
MaltaLots of work to do this weekend on learning outcomes so appreciated a very cold windy day on Saturday making it very unpleasant to go out. Still managed a run and a visit to church for some spiritual and occupational balance. Lovely to have a netflix night with Grace although we spent most of the time sharing pictures and stories about our families 😊 which I think helped Grace who is feeling aRead more
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Bumpy bus ride to Mosta to see the domed church which survived (by divine intervention they say) being bombed during WW2 despite taking a direct hit that did not detonate. Magnificent ceiling where if you look closely can just make out where the bomb entered.
Found our way to San Anton Palace and gardens for some flora and fauna - which were mainly cats and terrapins. Very colourful and scentedRead more
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Took a 7.6km walk to St Peter's Pool to enjoy the sunshine, dramatic cliffs and a picnic! Picked up a few mosquito bites and a blister on the way - darn it 😯
Ended the weekend with Lynne in Tal Familja Resturant (appropriately named) eating traditional Maltese dishes. Definately the best meal I have had so far 😊
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Oh my it is week 9 already! Although I am ready for home there is still so much to do and learn. I do not feel at all prepared for my VIVA 😣 Placement is going by quickly! Having to indulge in a few iced beers and lattes to keep working on learning outcomes in the sunshine!
When working at the Bulebel site I pass a catering company displaying wedding cakes not too dissimilar to the size I usedRead more
Emma RobinsonYes it’s gone so fast!! I’m sure you’ve learned more than you think. Not to worry about the VIVA, plenty of time for rehearsal....after a catch up 😄💬🤓🍷
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Well my day started off with a sports massage.OMG so painful but in a good way! Turns out I have damaged my hamstring in my right leg and have several knots across my shoulders. Half an hour just not long enough so booked another appt.
Then had my hair done as I am fed up of my frizzy hairstyle!
Lovely to spend the evening with Grace and her sister Kisrty browsing the stalls and watching theRead more
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Or is it just the begining?
82 days in Malta and our placement ends. So glad to have spent it with Grace - my Malta OT buddy.🤗
A week of mixed emotions final documents, hand overs and goodbyes. I can't believe it's over, yet I am so ready for home. Did a final visit to coffee circus for some avocado lime and coconut ice cream - delicious . Check out how much the cacti has grown in 3 months!Read more
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Charming day out to Caffe Cordina Valletta with Grace and Kirsty who are like peas in a pod!
Managed to succeed in my mission for a wedding gift, 🤗 just hope the colours compliment the outfits! 🤔
Watched a peaceful protest in honour of a journalist killed by a car bomb which they don't believe has been investigated thoroughly.
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Having to remind myself of the mission statement of Inspire to help me remain focused on what I am here to achieve!
It's been a frustrating 10 weeks with lots of things planned that never materialise. It seems there is always a reason why things cannot be done instead of looking at and actually doing what can be done with the resources and time avaliable.
It made me sad to wander around theRead more
Emma RobinsonI’m sure you’ve still had a positive impact on the place - just with your presence ☺️ almost home time, and I can’t wait to see you!! xxx
Lynne NewellCan't 'like' this post as it's so sad that so much is left undone. I think it's a cultural thing - look at the building sites around the whole island. Tomorrow tomorrow. ....
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Ohh that looks lovely and hot! Hahaha since your reflecting in/on alcohol sticking to the hot chocolates as opposed to cold beers? 😉😘 xx P.s. I’ll be sure to help reinstate oxytocin levels promptly on arrival back to the UK ☺️ not long x
Hang in there Gill - less than 2 weeks now. Sending big hugs 😤😘