Hi guys.
I know this is extreeeemely late but I am home safe and sound, the weather is suprisingly nice in England and I am massively missing Barbados.
My blogging experience is now over and I'm glad that I documented the last 5 and a half months of my life. They have been the best few months of my life and I have a lot of people to thank for making it so special.
Luckily, the strength of the internet will allow me to look back on my time in years to come, perhaps even when I have my own kids.
I just wanted to write this quick piece to thank everyone who has read my blog. I received over 10,000 views, 100 times more than I thought I would actually get. So i'm extremely happy that I can say that I traveled to two different continents AND wrote a blog which attracted an audience of over 10,000 people. At times, yes, it did seem like a bit of a chore but every time I logged in and saw the view count, it motivated me to keep writing. I think the blog will look good for future employability and most of all for my personal use.
My barbados blog was, noticeably, not as exciting as my one in South Africa because of the high level of cancellations and lack of once in a life time opportunities (in comparison to Cape Town.) but I still tried to keep it up as best as possible with photos and written blog posts.
Thank you for reading and forgive me for not finishing my Barbados blog as well as I should have.
"All the best"
Luke
Friday, 18 July 2014
Friday, 4 July 2014
Day 60
Day 60
Wednesday
For the third week in a row, I had a session at Parkinson's memorial school and for the third week in a row they were mental.
Upon Arrival, 25 minutes early admittedly, I was interrogated through my car window by about 5 girls. Despite it being funny and somewhat innocent, my window was wound up a few minutes later! I had two hours of coaching with them ahead of me, I needed some alone time before I entered battle!
The session went pretty well to be fair, Mr Cummings told me that he had tried heading the week before so I thought I would try and capitalise on that and as how they were at heading. Of course, they were adamant that they couldn't header the ball but I got them doing it in no time, mission accomplished. We also focused on some shooting where the girls have improved massively from a couple weeks ago, which was of course nice to see! Despite what I have portrayed Parkinson's Memorial to be like, I've really enjoyed my time there and they have a hugely dedicated teacher in Mr Cummings, so fingers crossed they'll improve!
Tonight was our farewell dinner at Zaccio's, there was around 20 of us and the meal was okay, not the best but it was the reason we were there, that was important. The holders (my family) said a nice little speech and sent me their best wishes and a save flight etc, where as Evan and Aran's didn't even wish them a safe flight or nothing, even when they were prompted to say a few words. Poor show from them I must say! Axel gave us all a few presents which was nice, a Brewster trust kit, some Brewster trust car accessories and new driving licenses, because our's run out that night! Very thoughtful of him.
All the best
Luke
Wednesday
For the third week in a row, I had a session at Parkinson's memorial school and for the third week in a row they were mental.
Upon Arrival, 25 minutes early admittedly, I was interrogated through my car window by about 5 girls. Despite it being funny and somewhat innocent, my window was wound up a few minutes later! I had two hours of coaching with them ahead of me, I needed some alone time before I entered battle!
The session went pretty well to be fair, Mr Cummings told me that he had tried heading the week before so I thought I would try and capitalise on that and as how they were at heading. Of course, they were adamant that they couldn't header the ball but I got them doing it in no time, mission accomplished. We also focused on some shooting where the girls have improved massively from a couple weeks ago, which was of course nice to see! Despite what I have portrayed Parkinson's Memorial to be like, I've really enjoyed my time there and they have a hugely dedicated teacher in Mr Cummings, so fingers crossed they'll improve!
Tonight was our farewell dinner at Zaccio's, there was around 20 of us and the meal was okay, not the best but it was the reason we were there, that was important. The holders (my family) said a nice little speech and sent me their best wishes and a save flight etc, where as Evan and Aran's didn't even wish them a safe flight or nothing, even when they were prompted to say a few words. Poor show from them I must say! Axel gave us all a few presents which was nice, a Brewster trust kit, some Brewster trust car accessories and new driving licenses, because our's run out that night! Very thoughtful of him.
All the best
Luke
Day 59
Day 59
Tuesday
Just the one session today, St Michaels. They've been fantastic throughout the programme, so I'm glad that our last session wasn't cancelled. Just like last week though, the school day for students wasn't a typical day. They could pretty much do as they please! This meant, both of my classes came out together to form one whole class of about 20. Seeing as it was their last week, we did a fun tournament which went on for just under 2 hours.
I brought my swimming gear in my car so that as soon as my session ended, I could head straight to the beach to improve my tan and enjoy one of my last visits to the beach!!
I spent a few hours there, alternating between watching the Inbetweeners on my iphone and going for a dip in the sea! Heaven.
I came home to some good news today, I found out about my accommodation for my university that I will be attending, starting in August!! Makes everything even more real now, can't wait!!
Starting with Parkinson's memorial school tomorrow, oh dear!
All the best
Luke
Tuesday
Just the one session today, St Michaels. They've been fantastic throughout the programme, so I'm glad that our last session wasn't cancelled. Just like last week though, the school day for students wasn't a typical day. They could pretty much do as they please! This meant, both of my classes came out together to form one whole class of about 20. Seeing as it was their last week, we did a fun tournament which went on for just under 2 hours.
I brought my swimming gear in my car so that as soon as my session ended, I could head straight to the beach to improve my tan and enjoy one of my last visits to the beach!!
I spent a few hours there, alternating between watching the Inbetweeners on my iphone and going for a dip in the sea! Heaven.
I came home to some good news today, I found out about my accommodation for my university that I will be attending, starting in August!! Makes everything even more real now, can't wait!!
Starting with Parkinson's memorial school tomorrow, oh dear!
All the best
Luke
Day 58
Day 58
Monday.
I was called by Mr Boyce last night to tell me that that my session at St George's was cancelled and also to thanks myself and Shaz's contribution, reliance and most of all patience throughout our time at St George's.
This meant that I had a free day to do whatever I wished.
Evan and I got in contact and met up in the afternoon to watch the France World Cup game and to hit the beach!
We intended to go to Bathsheba beach but somehow got lost after a couple wrong turns. So we ended up in my area and there's only one beach to visit when you're in Speightstown.. Mullins!!
I dropped Evan home later that afternoon and drove the dreaded one hour journey!!
A day well spent I would say!!
All the best
Luke
Monday.
I was called by Mr Boyce last night to tell me that that my session at St George's was cancelled and also to thanks myself and Shaz's contribution, reliance and most of all patience throughout our time at St George's.
This meant that I had a free day to do whatever I wished.
Evan and I got in contact and met up in the afternoon to watch the France World Cup game and to hit the beach!
We intended to go to Bathsheba beach but somehow got lost after a couple wrong turns. So we ended up in my area and there's only one beach to visit when you're in Speightstown.. Mullins!!
I dropped Evan home later that afternoon and drove the dreaded one hour journey!!
A day well spent I would say!!
All the best
Luke
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