Wednesday Wind up

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I didn't get the post of Reading Champion. I did get through on The Chase and may be called to film a programme at some point this summer.I had a filthy cold last week that kept me from doing anything apart from work, sleep and sneeze and, yes, I am desperate for the holidays. Ours don't start until Thursday. That's Maundy Thursday, so as close to Easter as it could get. I'll be back with plenty to post about when I can breath.

And relax.

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  1. Eleanor Ferguson31 March 2015 at 20:20

    Sorry you didn't get it. Will look out for you on The Chase!

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    1. Angel Jem1 April 2015 at 08:29

      Thank you! I came second to the internal candidate and my feedback was excellent, so there's hope!

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  2. Jo31 March 2015 at 20:31

    I'm sorry to hear you didn't get the Reading Champion post, but do let us know when you're on The Chase, I shall watch out for you. Well done on getting through. Hope you're feeling better soon, Eleanor doesn't break up until Thursday either.

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    1. Angel Jem1 April 2015 at 08:31

      It's too close to Easter! At least we get 2 weeks off.... although David has already said he's going to be busy working the whole two weeks! AS levels, eh?

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  3. Amy at love made my home31 March 2015 at 22:44

    Sorry about the reading champion, I am sure that you would have been good at it - their loss! Well done about The Chase, be sure to let us know when it is on!! xx

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    1. Angel Jem1 April 2015 at 08:33

      Will do; they are very careful to say that it's a provisional acceptance subject to being cast, but at least I'm on their list!

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  4. Sarah31 March 2015 at 23:38

    Oh, sorry to hear you didn't get the job, but The Chase sounds exciting!. I've just popped over to say hello and thank you for all your lovely comments (and have a nose around your blog!)

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    1. Angel Jem1 April 2015 at 08:34

      Thank you for popping by; I hope you liked what you saw? It was lovely to find a new blog to read!

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    2. Sarah4 April 2015 at 00:11

      Definitely enjoying it so far!

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  5. Lisa1 April 2015 at 10:47

    Sorry to hear you've been full of those nasty germs too. Hope they go very soon and you are left to enjoy the school break germ free. Such a shame about the job, but I'm crossing everything for a call back on The Chase.
    Lisa x

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    1. Angel Jem4 April 2015 at 10:33

      Thank you! Surprisingly, despite not getting the job the whole interview was a really positive experience. A confidence boost without the worry of leaving my present post!

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  6. Winwick Mum1 April 2015 at 11:45

    I'm sorry you didn't get the job but that just means there's something bigger and better waiting around the corner for you. I wasn't going to bother watching Poldark - I read the books years ago and though that it would be "just another period drama" - but thanks to you I decided that I would and I'm really enjoying it! xx

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    1. Angel Jem4 April 2015 at 10:34

      I'm pleased to find another Poldarkian. My daughter (aged 13) is watching and loving it as well. But hands off Aiden.... he's mine!

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  7. Jan1 April 2015 at 18:08

    I hope that you feel better when you arrive at the holidays. Solihull (where I work) finished last Friday but many of the local schools in Worcester are continuing until tomorrow. We are facing a 13 week summer term - which feels a bit too long really. The only compensation for me is that it's going to be the last one!! Jx

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    1. Angel Jem4 April 2015 at 10:37

      Ooh! You're on the countdown! How many days left? Are they marked on a calendar somewhere? If my contract doesn't renew I'll be on a countdown as well, but with the prospect of supply or a new job ahead of me. I won't know for certain until May.

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  8. Wainwright and Wright.Co1 April 2015 at 21:10

    Sorry to hear that you did not get the job, I often think these things happen for a reason. I hope you soon feel better - I guess you are looking forward to the Easter holidays - enjoy!
    Caz xx

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    1. Angel Jem4 April 2015 at 10:39

      I am loving the Easter holidays. I feel better than I have all term, and relaxed. If it weren't for the money (and boy do we need the money) I'd say my natural place is to be at home......

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  9. Alison2 April 2015 at 22:27

    Sorry about the Reading Champion job but fingers crossed for The Chase. I hope you enjoy the Easter holidays and have a chance to rest and relax. xx

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    1. Angel Jem4 April 2015 at 10:40

      Thank you. With hot cross buns for breakfast and a blanket to work on, I am most definitely enjoying them so far!

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