July Journies

What a fun month it has been!

I started off with something super exciting by going to the Historic Village to pick up the mug I made myself. Seeing my finished mug was amazing and made me feel so proud. 

In the arts session, we used watercolour paints to make pretty, bright pictures. It was so relaxing to watch all the bright colors mix together on the paper.

In the girls group I got a lovely manicure, picked out my favourite nail polish, and soaked my feet in a warm foot spa before getting a pedicure. Getting pampered while hanging out with great friends was so much fun. It made me feel happy, relaxed, and feeling super fancy from head to toe!

In the music and dance session, I sat at the drums and practiced some great beats, which turned into a big dance party with everyone! 

This month I also helped out with the weekly shopping at New World and Fraser Cove. Going out to the shops and helping out always feels really good.

To top off such a great time, I am so excited to go to Connect 20. It is the best feeling to see all my good friends, share some laughs, and hang out together. Seeing friendly faces always makes my day better and puts a big smile on my face.

I’ve been enjoying the new program and I cannot wait to see what fun memories we make next month!

June update

 What an amazing month it has been! I’ve been keeping busy with lots of wonderful activities that have kept both my body and heart warm.

This month has been full of great moments out and about in the community. One of my highlights was an awesome day at Bethlehem Baptist Church, where I learned about emergency preparedness. I was even given an emergency go-bag as a gift so I can be prepared in case of an emergency.

I also spent time volunteering at Historic Village, helping with clean-up projects, including cleaning the footpaths. I have also been busy at the op shop, which I continue to enjoy. Recently, I helped move the books to a different area, which was a satisfying project to be part of. 

One of my outings took me to the new fairy garden, which is absolutely adorable. I also enjoyed exploring the park and admiring the beautiful artwork displayed throughout the gardens. Another highlight was going ten-pin bowling, where I had so much fun.

In drama, I loved getting up on stage and dancing in front of all my friends. It was such a fun experience and a wonderful opportunity to share my love of performing. In dance, by the way, I have really enjoyed learning and performing the “Clap Snap” song.

During computer sessions, I have been practising sending emails and playing educational games. I have also been working on my mosaic project and making masks for the ball, which was a creative and enjoyable experience. 

The ball was a wonderful event, and I thoroughly enjoyed every part of it. From preparing and helping organise the celebration to choosing my outfit and hairstyle, it was all very exciting. On the big day, I had so much fun dancing, listening to the great music played by the DJ, and enjoying delicious mocktails.

May - monthly update

I have had an amazing time this month, filled with lots of fun, laughter, and learning. I have really been enjoying my community inclusion activities. This month, we even caught the bus, which was so exciting because it was something I had been looking forward to for ages. We went down to the Tauranga Crossings mall.

I loved going to the Historic Village to do volunteer work. The other day, we swept the rocks around the artwork. We have also been on lots of walks to parks, including McLaren Falls.

I’m very excited about the ball. We have been practising the box step dance and making masks to wear on the grand day.

I also loved making sock puppets and playing with them — it was so much fun. In Girls’ Group this month, we had a wacky day, which was amazing. My hair looked fantastic, and I loved seeing my friends’ hairstyles too.

For arts, I have been working on mosaics and really enjoyed creating my jandals wall piece using all the tiles.

The other day, I had a fluffy with my friends, topped with sprinkles, and we also had high tea in Girls’ Group. It was nice to enjoy a chat and spend time together sharing stories.

For drama, I’m playing one of the ugly stepsisters, and my laugh is perfect for the role! I’m looking forward to next month!

 

Girls group

 I love making a mask that I will wear to the masquerade ball.TA

Girls group

I really loved trying wacky hair styles today.TA
 

Community Inclusion

 

 We went down to the historic village and swept all the little stones off the artwork walkway and went for a walk along the boardwalk,  it looks so good now!-MN 

Drama

 

Drama is so much fun being the ugly step sisters, my laugh is perfect. I also really love that we are doing a dance to let it go!!! 

KB