I can’t actually believe it. After months of a proverbial roller coaster ride consisting of the highest of highs, followed by the lowest of lows, it’s done. I was feeling a little bit rough after going out with my colleagues and indulging in cocktails for the second night in a row, but I gave my leaving speech, gratefully accepted lots of lovely cards and gifts, said goodbye to my form and staff and did my final performance with the most talented group of students I’ve ever had the privilege of working with.
Ok, it’s not quite done, I still have to go in on Monday to tidy up my classroom and hand everything in, but to all intents and purposes, the summer, and the start of my new life, begins here.
And I have so much to catch up on, both in the real and online world. Here is what to expect from Suzie Speaks over the weekend:
Tomorrow is my Summer Blog Party. It will start at 9.00am GMT, and you are welcome to share up to three posts of your choice from your blog, but sharing them ONE AT A TIME. Then, go and visit other participants, find new blogs to follow, chat, and get to know more of the blogging community. In my last party, there were about eight hundred comments in just a day… It’s a brilliant way to meet new people!
I will be announcing a new exciting project that you can all participate in over the Summer that will allow you to to get to know each other a little bit better in the blogging world…
I will also be telling you about my invitation to try out the food and cocktails at a new restaurant in Birmingham this week… Best night I’ve had in ages!
And finally, I have been nominated in two categories, including the Most Inspiring Blogger award, at the annual Bloggers Bash Awards that I will be attending in London on August 1st… I’m honoured, and would love you to vote for me! Simply click the image below…
But for tonight, I am going to sit back, relax and start replying to all your lovely comments! See you at the blog party tomorrow!
You can also find me on Twitter and Tumblr @suzie81blog, and don’t forget to check out my Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/suzie81speaks and my Pinterest page http://www.pinterest.com/suzie81speaks
Congratulations on your new life! Looking forward to tomorrow, and I voted.
Thanks so much Julie – much appreciated!
Woo Hoo!! Welcome to the rest of your life!! I voted for you 🙂
Thanks so much my lovely! So excited!
Yeay! Congratulations on all accounts, Suzie! Well done my dear! Cher xo
Oh, and I voted!! xo
Thanks so much Cher, and thanks for the vote too – really appreciated!
🙂 xoxo
Congratulations Suzie! You will be fabulous in your new position in life. ❤
Thanks so much! I’m really looking forward to catching up with you and your blog – after months of constant madness it will be nice to sit back and read your posts regularly again!
You will do fine… after you sleep for a week. I am looking forward to chatting more. ❤
Congrats, Suzie!!! And I voted 🙂
Thanks so much my lovely – really appreciate it!
You’re very welcome! 🙂
Ooh, I’ll see you at the Blogger’s Bash! And I’m voting too xx
Really? I didn’t know that you were going – that will be so fantastic to meet you! Thanks so much for the vote too! X
Yes, looking forward to meeting you too! And you’re very welcome 🙂
Since I am introvert, I plan to just linger in the background of the party tomorrow, but I will be there!
Yay to the summer and all sorts of great changes to come! 😀
That’s ok my lovely – you’re very welcome to join in if you feel like it at any time. I’m looking forward to catching up on your blog too – Ive been able to read the odd post via Facebook but Ive missed talking to you!
Glad everything is wrapped up and wrapped up is such a positive way! I hope you do enjoy this summer knowing that things are going to change!
Thanks so much my lovely! Looking forward to catching up on your blog too!
Cool! Thank you for reading!
Congratulations! Fond memories. New chapter. Wishing the best for you, Suzie. Can’t wait to read about it here.
Thanks so much Sharon! It’s taking a little bit of time to sink in, but I’m feeling quite excited about it at the minute! How’s things with you?
So excited for you Suzie! Lots of fantastic things on the horizon for you. The first day of the rest of your new life 🙂
Thanks very much my lovely! Apologies for not replying to your email yet – I was wondering if you fancied coming round to my house and we’ll go through some stuff? Plus, there’s kitty love available too!
No worries and yes that would be great and much appreciated. I will drop you a message later. Always up for kitty love too 🙂
Haha! Brilliant – look forward to hearing from you!
Congratulations on your nomination, the beginning of your new life and surviving two nights out with friends! I admire your guts to step out of security and take the chance to do what YOU WANT to do. Hugs!
Thanks Deb! It’s weird, I used to be able to go out every night until the early hours and party hard, then get up and go to work the next day without feeling anything but tired. Now, it takes me a week to get over the hangover!
Congrats and good luck! 👍🏼
Thank you!
Here’s to the start of your new journey, I hope it is a happy one 🙂
Thanks so much my lovely!
The school year runs pretty late on your side of the pond. When does it begin?
We finish around the 17th – 20th July and start back at the beginning of September. Well, they will, I won’t haha!
That is much longer than the American school year. You must have more holidays or breaks.
It’s about 11 weeks in total – six for the summer, 1 for half term each term, 2 for Christmas and 2 for Easter
Short summer break, though. No wonder we revolted and started our own country… 🙂
Haha! Yeah, everyone thinks we just sit there for three months a year
Actually that’s 13 not 11. We work for most of it though haha!
Congrats on making it to the end! Enjoy your summer! 🙂
Thanks very much Joy – I’ll certainly do my best haha!
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Congratulations Suzie! I’m so excited for you!! 🙂
Thank you!
So now that new chapter in your life begins. Wishing you every success and happiness, Suzie. If anyone deserves it then it’s you.
The very best of luck in the Blogging Awards as well. I’ve already voted for you 🙂
Thanks so much Hugh – I’ve voted for you too!
Let the party begin, Suzie! 🙂 Have a great summer 🙂
Thanks very much! And you!
Thanks! I’m waiting for winter though 🙂
Best of luck with the new venture Suzie and many congrats on the award nominations. Thoroughly deserved!
Thanks so much Aidan and congrats to you too on your travelling adventures! have a brilliant time!