Author Archives: The Bald Birder

Monday 23 March 2020 Me and Lisa both went into work today; we only had three kids in. Roads eerily quiet and very quick journey. All done by 2pm, return made to the DfE by midday, then made sure all was good with Google Classroom. No five-a-side footy this evening; we have played in -5Continue reading “Day 3”

Sunday 22 March 2020 Stan is strumming his new guitar but has started to get blisters. Adora is learning how to play Moon River on the piano. Really noticing the lack of ANY sport on the telly. Went to see Ruth at her house and tried to get her on to Skype whilst standing onContinue reading “Day 2”

Saturday 21 March 2020 My sister’s birthday today. Sent her an apology via WhatsApp saying that we would all be able to get together after all of this has passed. Starting to get a little concerned about Dad on his own; Ruth and Bar are self-isolating too. Death toll in Northern Italy and Spain isContinue reading “Day 1”

Friday 20 March 2020 Schools close today. But remain open for children of key workers and those who are most vulnerable. Kids travel home from school for the final time for a while – not sure how long. Decide to have a takeaway curry from the Bengal Diner as we’re not sure how long theyContinue reading “Day 0”

Thursday 19 March 2020 Six people off work today, self isolating for a range of reasons; pregnant, diabetes, asthmatic, live with elderly relatives. Loads of manic but focussed preparation for the pending closure of school. Adora is disappointed that she will not be able to complete her GCSE exams in the summer, but Stan doesn’tContinue reading “Day -1”

Wednesday 18 March 2020 We knew it was coming but didn’t know exactly when. Two teachers and two students in the house meant we were waiting for our schools to close. Everyone was busying themselves to get everything prepared for what felt like a big snow storm. The government had started to broadcast daily briefingsContinue reading “Day -2”