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July Adventures

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  I have really been enjoying this month, and one of the biggest highlights was our beautiful ball. I got to dress up in my little silver and white dress, sing my heart out, dance to the music, and enjoy such a magical atmosphere. The food was so cute and perfectly colour coordinated with the theme, making the whole day feel extra special. It really was a fabulous day. In art this month, we created a fantastic underwater scene on canvas. We made crayfish out of egg cartons, painting them in bright orange shades before adding little crawling legs and black sticking-out eyes. I love that our finished artwork is now hanging in the art room, so I get to admire it every time I’m in there. For my new Hunting and Gathering session, we visited Liz’s mum’s house to collect bromeliads for the garden. Then, during my gardening session, I helped plant them, which was really rewarding. I can’t wait to watch them grow. In sensory, we had lots of fun making cloud dough and turning it into squishy...

June Adventures

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  I have been having so much fun at Arohanui this month. It always makes me happy to come here and take part in all my favourite activities. In computers, we have been watching a documentary about my favourite singer, Ed Sheeran. I learned that his full name is Edward Christopher Sheeran, and that his middle name is Edward too! We have also continued helping at the Merrivale Community Centre, sorting clothes and books. It feels really good to know that we are helping other people in our community. In gardening, I have been in charge of the hose. I have to be very careful when watering so that I don’t accidentally spray anyone! Everyone has been busy preparing for the Masquerade Ball. We have been making masks, learning dance etiquette, and helping to put up decorations. It is exciting to see everything coming together. AN  My favourite moment this month was when we ran out of flowers for the Waipuna Hospice posies. Luckily, we spotted some beautiful flowers hanging over the fe...