Hey guys

Apologies for the delay with blogging. I've not been feeling too great lately - I've been suffering from bad headaches so have been trying to stay away from the computer as much as I can.

As you may recall, I started back at the wildlife centre on Saturday, taking with me my colleague and another colleague's daughter. I was put in charge of the Small Mammal Room and left to teach the other 2 what to do. The morning went by very quickly - the girl made me laugh by being scared of "hissing" hedgehogs.

Whilst showing the pair around the centre, it finally sunk in how knowledgeable I am - I was able to answer all of their questions, throw in some general facts and generally keep them interested. The moment that made me smile was when I took the girl into the tame foxes' pen, where she got to stroke a vixen. Her face said it all. It was obviously a very special moment for her and I was so glad that I was able to make it happen for her.

I found out that I passed my course & better still, that my coursework was one of the best of the whole class - that took me back a bit, being told I was good at what was my dream - I'm living my dream - I'm good at my dream - could life get any better?

A lot happened that I haven't recounted, but believe me, all in all it was a great day. Highlight for me was seeing my first Kingfisher - a lot smaller than I expected but the most breathtaking neon blue colour... stunning!!

Still nothing happening on the TWR front. I've approached a number of wildlife charities asking for a bit of promo on their links page but to no avail as yet - I don't know if my emails are being ignored or if people are away on summer break, but I'm trying my hardest not to get disheartened. The British Hedgehog Preservation Society have surprised me the most - they were so enthusiastic when i first emailed them, but since filling out their registration form and sending them a cheque for membership, I haven't heard a thing (nor has the cheque been cashed)which is worrying!! Watch this space!